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‘The Speckled Beauty’ Book Review
Speck is not an average family pet. He came into Rick Bragg’s life as a scrawny, starving, disobedient animal prepared to wreak havoc. Bragg’s ode to Speck is both lighthearted and melancholy, but the...
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The Love Hypothesis
Ali Hazelwood’s debut novel, The Love Hypothesis, is a love story unlike any other. The story follows Olive, a PhD student, who doesn’t believe in romance. However, her best friend, Anh, believes in...
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Looking at Life Through Sports
Photo: Bob Wilber Author Bob Wilber tells a tale of determination and drama through his second novel. Woodbury resident and author Bob Wilber takes a swing at a new genre in his most recent book How...
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Explore the Field Guide to Outside Style
Photos: Chris Emeott Bailey Nurseries’ Ryan McEnaney releases a garden design book. “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” This poignant phrase, written by poet Maya...
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Meet the Feldkamps
The Feldkamp family, from left to right: Abbey, Margo, Justin, Tate and Lucy. Photos: Abbey Feldkamp Woodbury High School sweethearts focus on faith, family and community. When high school sweethearts...
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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
France, 1714; Adeline (Addie) LaRue, desperate to be free from an arranged marriage, makes a bargain with the Dark for freedom. What Addie doesn’t realize is that she’s now immortal—and will be...
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Mark Reps: Authoring Adventure
Photo: Chris Emeott Mark Reps spins real life-inspired events into bestselling mystery stories. Woodbury writer Mark Reps has published more than 15 novels, including his Amazon-bestselling...
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Cozy Up With Good Books This Winter
A seasonal book list for readers of all ages. December welcomes an array of holidays, hot chocolate and snow fall—the perfect time to cozy on up with a good book. We round up books for a variety of...
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Love Stories
February marks the month of love—and although I enjoy all types of genres, romance books are like no other. This month, dive into two of my favorite romantic comedies. Love & Other Words by...
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Impactful Reading for Women’s History Month
March marks International Women’s Day (March 8) and Women’s History Month (March 1–31). Learn more about historical figures from the following books. For ages 0–5: A is for Awesome!: 23 Iconic Women...
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Vanguard Mental Health Clinic Launches “Hmong Mental Health Podcast”
From left to right: Chue Her, Alyssa Kaying Vang, Houa Vang, Mosi Thao. Photo: Chris Emeott Alyssa Kaying Vang and her team saw a need for mental health care beyond the clinic. Woodbury’s Hmong...
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Dive Into Summer With “Malibu Rising”
Taylor Jenkins Reid does it again in one of her most recent historical fiction novels, Malibu Rising. Malibu, California, August 1983. Nina Riva is hosting her annual end-of-summer party, and everyone...
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Author Mari Meyers Pens “Bye-Bye Wi-Fi”
Mari Meyers knows the struggle of screen time all too well. “It’s a big challenge for all of us,” the Woodbury resident says. “I have no judgment. My kids are terrible about screen time themselves.”...
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How To Start You Own Book Club
Photo: Chris Emeott Gone are the days of unpleasant book clubs. Ensure your evening is a hit with these three tips. Send the Invite: Although a text message will get the job done, level up your book...
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Book Clubs: A New Kind of Fun
Photos: Chris Emeott Keep the pages turning at your book clubs. What was once considered an evening for your mom and her friends has become a gathering that everyone wants to be a part of. Whether IRL...
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Cozy Up With a Good Book
Autumn marks the perfect time for reading: by the bonfire, on the porch, with a comfortable blanket or a cup of coffee. Get inspired with a few of my favorites for the fall—including everything from...
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Author Allan Evans Crafts Thrilling Reads
Allan Evans. Photo: Jen Daly Catch up with author Allan Evans about his latest crime thriller, a new paranormal YA novel and his writing inspiration. Woodbury author Allan Evans published his debut...
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October Book Pick: “The Pumpkin Spice Café”
One of my most anticipated reads this fall is The Pumpkin Spice Café, the first in the Dream Harbor series and a cozy romantic debut by Laurie Gilmore. Jeanie jumps for a chance at a fresh start when...
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