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Gelli Printing – A Book Review and the Art Experience

December 17, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin Leave a Comment

I learned about Gelli printing while watching videos on YouTube, and had to try it. I bought an 8×10 Gelli Arts monoprinting plate, and a beginner’s book to tell me more about how to use it.
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Pulling Down Strongholds by Derek Prince – A Book Review

October 21, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin 3 Comments

Book Review: Pulling Down Strongholds by Derek Prince

I love Christian books with humor, and Derek Prince doesn’t disappoint. This non-fiction book is about spiritual warfare – not only recognizing and defending oneself against demons, but also, recognizing the “strong man” controlling us and our countries, and the “high places” causing problems in our lives.
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101 Great Books Recommended by the College Board – Classic Novels and Plays

September 4, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin 4 Comments

Great Books

I love to read classic literature, and am intrigued by this list of 101 Great Books Recommended for College Bound Readers – recommended by the College Board. These novels are listed in alphabetical order, by the last name of the author, not by order of preference.
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My Progress on the PopSugar Reading Challenge for 2016

August 11, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin 3 Comments

Reading challenge for 2016.

I wasn’t going to do the PopSugar Reading Challenge for 2016, but I’ve been using Goodreads.com a lot more recently – and that means that I’ve also been participating in my favorite reading group there. The group’s 2016 challenge is this PopSugar Reading Challenge, so, I’ve decided to do it. It is always nice to have reading goals.
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The Newbery Project

April 30, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin Leave a Comment

Newbery Medal

I’m a participant in The Newbery Project, a group collaboration blog with reviews by people who have agreed to read and review Newbery Medal winning books. The Newbery Medal is awarded annually by the American Library Association (ALA) for the most distinguished contribution to children’s literature in the USA, the prior year.
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Fictions and Truths – Writing Assignment

April 26, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin Leave a Comment

Firefighters walking in front of the saloon.

I’ve never taken a class in fiction writing before. I’ve been wanting to, for a long time. Today I enrolled at FutureLearn.com in a free class – “Start Writing Fiction.”
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Art & Fear – Review of the Book by David Bayles & Ted Orland

March 13, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin 2 Comments

Art Fear Review

Welcome to my Art & Fear review. Art & Fear is a classic philosophical non-fiction art book by David Bayles and Ted Orland. It is deep enough to become ponderous at times, but readable enough to keep my attention from start to finish.
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When Things Don’t Go Right

February 2, 2016 By Linda Jo Martin 8 Comments

Bright red poppy in a field of white flowers.

Life isn’t predictable, and often things don’t go right, and don’t work out according to our plans. There are many reasons for people to be frustrated and distressed. When a loved one is hurting, I want to reach out and take away the pain, but I’m not that powerful, so I give it all to God.
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Book Lady’s Reading List, 2015

April 9, 2015 By Linda Jo Martin 5 Comments

Books

These are the books I’m hoping to read during the remainder of 2015, and on into 2016. As you’ll see they are mostly Christian non-fiction but I’m also planning to read books for novel research, and then there’s that video making book… I need to be able to make better videos.
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Art in Idaho – My Art Supplies

April 2, 2015 By Linda Jo Martin Leave a Comment

Cheap Acrylic Paints

I moved to Idaho in 2013 and haven’t created much art here. I’ve been busy doing other things. In the twenty-one months I’ve been in Idaho, I’ve attended a lot of meetings (mainly church and Bible studies), found a lot of new friends, and worked on my online writing business, which continues to present me with unexpected issues and new work to do. [Read more…]

A Visit to God’s Presence

March 23, 2015 By Linda Jo Martin 5 Comments

A Visit to God's Presence

God laid it on my heart to post this here… otherwise I would not be doing it. However I asked Him for inspiration on what to blog about this week, and when I get inspiration from Him I should do as suggested.
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From the Fishbowl to the Retreat

March 10, 2015 By Linda Jo Martin 6 Comments

Forgive

Life’s good here in Idaho. I’m sorry it was such a mild winter. I worry about the dry forests and drought… however it is nice to see sunshine. Today was the first day it was warm enough to enjoy sitting on the balcony of my new apartment.
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Treaty Rock by Bike – Post Falls, Idaho

October 1, 2014 By Linda Jo Martin 2 Comments

Treaty Rock at Post Falls, Idaho

I’m sitting on a park bench near Treaty Rock in Post Falls, writing this today. I love writing in nature. This place looks rocky, wooded and wild. I’m loving the environment.
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A Bicycle Ride to the Store

September 30, 2014 By Linda Jo Martin 6 Comments

My Bike

Today I woke up early to do housework. At 11 I decided I was hungry and didn’t have the food I wanted to eat, so I got on my bicycle, which is a cruiser, and rode to the store.
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Hi, I'm Linda, the Book Lady, and I'm excited about reading. A book is a gift you give yourself. It is so much fun to open that cover and discover what was hidden within. Books share the wisdom of the ages with us. Who wouldn't want that? So I read frequently and encourage reading. If you're a reader, let me know by becoming my friend on GoodReads.


My novel, River Girl, is for ages 8 to 15.

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Currently reading:


The Overstory

Just finished reading:


The Goldfinch
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When God Doesn't Fix It
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    Book Lady's November 2019 Reading Report
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    Book Lady's September 2019 Reading Report
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    Linda Jo Martin - My Bio
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    Art & Fear - Review of the Book by David Bayles & Ted Orland
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    Abusive Men: Why Does He Do That? - Book Lady's Review
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    Book Review: Education and the Significance of Life by J. Krishnamurti
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    Writing Assignment: Happiness Reasons

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