Tagged with "Books"
Mormon Youth and Drugs
MR says: An interesting commentary by one who struggled with drugs and how an LDS book made a difference. A long time ago I read a book that profoundly influenced my life. It seems I start a lot of my blog posts this way, but it’s true. Reading can do that for you. This one was by Gerald Neils Pearson. You...
Best Summer Reads for Teens & Adults
Summer reading by the pool just can't be beat. We've tracked down some of the best new books for your summer reading list. Baked Alaska By Josi S. Kilpack, $18.99 All signs point to a relaxing Alaskan cruise for long-time amateur detective Sadie Hoffmiller and her family, but...
Should Your Family Watch Movies on Sunday?
Keeping the Sabbath day holy looks different for everyone. Should watching wholesome movies be part of your family's Sunday routine? When I was nine years old, I had a brilliant idea. “We need a new rule in our house,” I explained to my dad. “No movies on Sundays unless they’re rated...
LDS Superheroes Take on Utah Stereotypes in New Comic Book
MR says: Very interesting--this author is not LDS but wanted to create a comic book with people who "happen to be LDS." He's used LDS friends to make sure nothing is offensive to the group and describes it as a neutral depiction of Mormons (who also happen to be superheroes). Writing about the LDS faith as...
LDS veterans share inspiring stories of courage, valor
MR says: The stories this man has gotten are incredibly inspiring. You can read some of them at an LDS Living feature story here: "Mortars and Miracles." The Saints at War project started in 2000 with...
Ultimate Summer Reading List for Kids
Are you looking for some outstanding books for your nine and older children to enjoy throughout the summer? How about a great read-aloud book to help settle kids of all ages down for the warm summer nights? This list of new books (that includes historical fiction, fantasy, humor, science fiction and mystery) will fit your hot summer nights and days. So enjoy!
Elder Scott teaches '21 Principles' in new book
MR says: A new book from Elder Scott that uses personal experiences to explain how the Holy Spirit guides. Like the steel anchors a mountaineer uses to conquer otherwise impossible cliffs, principles are anchors of safety. They will help a person have confidence in new and unfamiliar circumstances. They will...
Tolkien: Tom Bombadil as God
MR says: An interesting little blog entry for all those Lord of the Rings fans out there. I am going to return to The Silmarillion anon but in the meantime, here’s something to cause MCQ and RAF certain pain. If you only know the Lord of the Rings via the Peter Jackson films you will not know Tom...
LDS E-books from the Church
MR says: A great list of some of the books and apps for getting LDS books. In the USA, e-books made up nearly a quarter (22.55%) of trade publishers’ book sales in 2012. That’s up from 17% in 2011 and only 3% in 2009. The Church began publishing e-books back in 2011. Many people enjoy having books on a...
Marie Osmond releases new book, 'The Key Is Love'
MR says: The themes in the book, which is on motherhood, are based on journals written by Marie's mother, Olive. Marie also discusses the continual challenge of facing her son's suicide and her recent re-marriage to her first husband. Marie Osmond was unsure of what she would put in the book she'd been asked...
Is Stephenie Meyer's 'The Host' rooted in Mormon beliefs?
MR says: Fascinating--Meyer and the director have both said that the movie isn't overtly Mormon, but there seem to be particular themes. The article also mentions how other famous Mormon sci-fi writers have used LDS concepts. Underneath The Host's schmaltzy romance and blinding shine of silver sports cars...
LDS authors win awards at Great Southwest Book Festival
MR says: Some titles to check out, for sure. Congratulations to these authors on their winning books! Several books published by Deseret Book, including its Shadow Mountain and Ensign Peak imprints, received awards at the recent Great Southwest Book Festival, including three that took top honors in their...
New book released from President Eyring: 'Choose Higher Ground'
MR says: Sounds like a must read. Life is supposed to be an upward climb. That’s one lesson that President Henry B. Eyring, first counselor in the LDS Church’s First Presidency, learned from his mother as a young man. “If you are on the right path, it will always be uphill,” she told...
Whitney Award finalists announced
MR says: Congratulations to the finalists! Thirty-eight Mormon novelists have been nominated as finalists in eight categories for the 2012 Whitney Awards. The awards are for novels written by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A middle-grade category was added this year, and there...
LDS Columbine survivor offers messages of hope to Newtown community
MR says: Amber Huntington Wright was in the library when the Columbine shooting took place, and she has combined her experience with her skills of early education to put a book together for the children of Newtown. Wright wrote an article for LDS Living 5 years after the shooting; read it here.
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