John Hendrix proves that the graphic novel can tackle serious topics. Hendrix uses his distinctive art style to combine the compelling story of Bonhoeffer's life with a narrative that both adults and young people are certain to find engaging.
Tag: nonfiction
Book Spotlight and Blog Tour: Sometimes in Bath by Charles Nevin
Charles Nevin seems to have hit upon a promising idea: exploring the world of Bath through the use of fiction. I enjoy short stories, and I think it is very clever that each short story is followed by an afterword that separates the fact from the fiction. What a great way to teach history through the use of literature!
Happy Publication Day: High Heels and Beetle Crushers, a Womanist Cold War Memoir by Jackie Skingley
Skingley's book is a compelling memoir of post-war Britain and her experience there as a woman in the armed forces. I am particularly interested in reading this book because I enjoy reading about strong female leaders who aren't afraid to chase their dreams. The world needs more women who lead, and Skingley's story is an important piece of modern history.
Book Review: Frankie- The Woman Who Saved Millions from Thalidomide
Dr. Frances Kelsey battled hierarchy, patriarchy, and the Establishment in an effort to prove that Thalidomide was dangerous. Frankie is her story.
When Only Faith Remains: Book Review & Blog Tour
With Luke 2 and 1 Corinthians 13 as reference points, readers will connect their faith in ways that bind them to love and hope in the person of Jesus Christ. While your circumstance may differ from Mary’s, the similar deepening of faith through heartache and suffering and hope and triumph will inspire you in your identity, calling, and destiny in Christ.
Charles Babbage & Ada Lovelace: Inventing the Computer (#BookReview & BlogTour @raresources)
The partnership of Charles Babbage and Ada Lovelace was one that would change science forever. They were an unlikely pair – one the professor son of a banker, the other the only child of an acclaimed poet and a social-reforming mathematician – but perhaps that is why their work is so revolutionary.
Writing Fiction: A User Friendly Guide by James Essinger (Blog Blitz & Book Review)
Essentially, if you are an aspiring fiction writer and you want to save yourself lots of time and headaches, grab a copy of Writing Fiction and give it a read. You'll be glad that you did!
Brooke Bratz, author of Chronic Love, offers her own personal testimony regarding chronic illness and faith (Just Read Tours Blog Tour)
Brooke Bratz, author of the book Chronic Love, shares her own personal testimony about her journey with chronic illness has brought her closer to God.
Book Review: Near the Exit by Lori Erickson- An Episcopal deacon explores death from a spiritual perspective @NetGalley #ReviewAThon
In Near the Exit, Travels of the Not-So-Grim Reaper, Lori Erickson, travel writer and Episcopal deacon, takes readers on a spiritual journey to face death head on in order to learn about what makes us human.
#Book Review: 50 Essential Etiquette Lessons by Katherine Flannery is full of great tips for young professionals @NetGalley #ReviewAThon
50 Essential Etiquette Lessons by Katherine Flannery is the perfect etiquette book for the modern age. A tiny book chock full of great tips and advice, this reference guide is great for young professionals.
