Posts Categorized: Books

Introducing Hallie O’Ween: Kelly Rorvik and Tara Tosten’s New Children’s Picture Book Inspiring Young Girls to Be Courageous

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Walk into any grocery store or department store and it is plain to see that Halloween is just around the corner. As kids across the country begin to ponder which character they will dress up as come Halloween night, a new heroine has entered the chat. Introducing Hallie O’Ween: the new children’s picture book co-authored… Read more »

Mary Star of the Sea Feast Day – Reflections and Resources from Franciscan Sisters

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The first features a composition by U.W. Superior Professor Brett Jones, based on the traditional Marian Chant ‘Regina Caeli’, and insight from Duluth Diocese Bishop Daniel Felton. https://fscc-calledtobe.org/2022/09/22/mary-star-of-the-sea-feast-day-devotion/ Reflected Jones, “I have always been intrigued by the titles of St. Mary, in particular ‘Star of the Sea.’  So, I set out to compose a vibraphone… Read more »

Stacey Powells Releases Empty Cupboards: A Collection of Personal Essays Designed to Heal Hearts and Dismantle Stigmas

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Let’s face it — while mental health awareness may be “trendy” to champion on social media, the real conversations that create sustainable change are messy, full of pain, and require immense vulnerability. These authentic conversations are much harder to come by for fear of judgment, embarrassment, and the lingering stigmas surrounding mental health issues. However,… Read more »

Authors From Around The World Vie For Top Position In The 2022 International Best Indie Book Awards

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The 10th annual Best Indie Book Award contest is fast approaching its deadline for the year. Thousands of self-published and small-press authors have already entered their books with the hope of winning one of the world’s most coveted trophies. “The Best Indie Book Award has grown by leaps and bounds every year since its inception,… Read more »