Feb 7, 2013 Posted by Shara

Small Business Feature: Shannon O’Donnell, Love’s Memory

Meet Shannon O’Donnell, author of Love’s Memory Tell us about your book. Why did you write it? Here is a short synopsis of it: “It is only when you lose yourself that you find out who you are.” Valerie Mahoney, a girl from the wrong side of the tracks, falls deeply in love with basketball star Manny Scott. Against his parents’ wishes, the two wed and baby Wren soon... read more

Nov 20, 2012 Posted by Shara

Small Business Feature: Must. Have. Wine.

Leah Speer shares: “Must. Have. Wine. A Toast to Motherhood” is a book written by two mommies who want every other mom to know that we’re all in this crazy race together; nobody is perfect, and other moms have been where we are. Our book invites moms to grab their favorite bottle of wine and share in our stories – the ups and downs of this wondrous yet challenging role we’re all... read more

May 30, 2012 Posted by Shara

Love 2 Read (book review) : Fun books for Father’s Day, holidays, vacations and more

Not long ago I received a comment from Love 2 Read on the Kabongo blog that I currently run. Caroline had found my 10 reasons to love picture and photo books post and left a nice comment, asking me to review. She caught on to the fact that I love and support the use of photos as learning tools with children. Caroline knew that her book line would be a hit with me! I had actually already learned about Love... read more

May 9, 2012 Posted by Shara

Man Shoes book feature (great Father’s Day gift idea)

Back in 2011 I received a book to review titled Man Shoes. I have since turned down every book review offer because I’m a complete slacker when it comes to reading books (sorry Tom!). Between our four kids and at-home business ownership, chores and errands, I’m thankful if I find time to use the restroom in peace and quiet. I’m sure that many of you parents can relate. I often read... read more

Oct 18, 2011 Posted by Shara

The Barefoot Executive: The Ultimate Guide for Being Your Own Boss and Achieving Financial Freedom (review)

I rarely agree to review books simply because I know…I don’t have time to read them. Now and again, however, something comes along my path that I say ‘yes’ to. It’s usually because the request is from someone I know or have built a relationship with. In the case of The Barefoot Executive, I knew ‘of’ Carrie from Twitter. We haven’t yet talked but when her... read more