A Wonderful Assortment of Books You Won’t Want to Miss “The Happiest Mommy Ever” Illustrated by “Mommy, what is the happiest you’ve ever been?” So begins this delightful picture book by Alice Furniss, illustrated by Julie Olson, a perfect book for moms and children to read together. As mother and son make cookies together, the mother answers her son’s question about happiness by telling him about memorable events in her life when she was happy. She tells him about when she was young, grew up, got married and then, the joyful day when he was born and now how happy she spending time together with him making cookies and telling stories. The book ends with another question. “Mommy, is this the happiest you’ve ever been?” And the mother answers, “Yes, THIS is the happiest I’ve EVER been!” With colorful artwork and a sweet message, this book will be a favorite with children and parents. I especially appreciate the fact that it illustrates that joyful moments are experienced throughout our entire lives, but that moments shared between family and loved ones are the most precious. Contentment  Timely and beautifully written, Maria Covey Cole (daughter of Stephen and Sandra Covey) shares insights and important lessons that she’s learned throughout her life. She’s a wife, a mother of five, a former missionary to Dublin, Ireland, and a frequent presenter at Education Week at BYU. Her message is powerful and simple; even though motherhood can be challenging and hectic, women can enjoy the blessings of being a mother and find great contentment in this noble calling. Yet many of us struggle with the challenges and trials that go along with this calling and we sometimes get down on ourselves for not being “ideal” in our role as mothers. In this book, Maria discusses the importance of gaining perspective on motherhood, shunning comparisons with others, and allowing our natures to be changed through the grace of Christ. Not only are there valuable stories about the joys and trials of raising a family but there are quotes from prophets and Apostles, as well as numerous scripture verses. This book is a quick read and will make a wonderful gift. The message is one that all women will easily connect with and relate to. If you don’t buy it for someone else, then buy it for yourself. You’re worth it! “Why? Powerful Answers and Practical Reasons for Living LDS Standards” Covering topics as varied as; keeping the commandments, following the prophet, steady dating, keeping a journal, praying and repentance; this is a book for families with children, especially teens and is dedicated to the youth of the church who desire to know, “Why?” Living up to its title, the book does indeed provide powerful answers and practical reasons to help youth understand why living LDS standards can bring blessings and happiness. I loved the current feel of the book and the layout which provides pictures, quotes and clear, simple explanations regarding dozens of topics. This book would be a great tool for family gospel discussions and Family Home Evening lessons. It gives concise and doctrinally sound information regarding issues kids face and sometimes question. A must-have for all family libraries, I highly recommend, Why? Powerful Answers and Practical Reasons for Living LDS Standards. Having Hope Kit Matthews has waited for her missionary, Adam Bridger, for two long years. Just as they are getting to know each other again, Kit experiences feelings that she cannot ignore promptings that take her halfway around the world. Terri Ferran does a beautiful job of creating a multi-layered story with interesting characters set against the fascinating Romanian background and adds a mixture of humor and raw emotion. having hope is the perfect novel to provide hours of reading enjoyment. Fablehaven Kendra and Seth Sorenson’s adventures continue in Secrets of the Dragon Sanctuary, the fourth book in the Fablehaven series. Christopher Paoline, bestselling author of the Eragon series said this about book four, “Kept me turning the pages until 4:40 in the morning . . . deep, intriguing, magical . . . one of the most enjoyable fantasies I’ve read.” The magical preserve Fablehaven provides refuge to numerous mystical species: centaurs, trolls, satyrs, ogres, fairies, minotaurs, brownies, imps, nymphs, and many others. But some beings are too large and powerful to be confined to regular enchanted refuges. These mightiest of creatures dwell inside the dragon sanctuaries. Keeping the excitement and magic alive, book four continues to thrill and delight readers. Fablehaven will wrap up with the fifth and final volume in 2010. The Hourglass Door That’s the main response I’m hearing from people who have read The Hourglass Door. Of course, this made me feel better, since that was exactly how I felt when I read it. Everything about this story drew me in. The plot is well-paced and unpredictable, the love story is well-balanced and appropriate, the humor creates a connection to readers and the writing is absolutely exquisite. I loved Abby, the main character who is wonderfully witty and, Dante, the mysterious foreign exchange student. Here’s a brief description of The Hourglass Door: “The Hourglass Door has everything: a heroine who is genuine, strong, and lovable; an interesting and compelling love story; gorgeous language, fast pacing, and an intricate and exciting plot. For readers who have been waiting for the next book to sweep them off their feet – this is it.”Readers will love this highly creative story that has the perfect blend of romance, intrigue, suspense and excitement. Layered with all the elements of a bestseller The Hourglass Door is an engaging read and I guarantee, one that you will keep you up late. No Comments | Post or read comments FEATURES |
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
