Or maybe it will be turn out to be a New Year’s gift. Anyway, here’s the deal. Choose one of the books on the list below. Email me (sherry DOT early AT gmail DOT com) your name and address (I promise I won’t use the addresses for anything else; I don’t know how to sell them anyway. Oh, U.S. addresses only; I can’t afford foreign postage. I know that because Eldest Daughter is in France right now.) I will send you one book of your choice–at my expense–if you will promise to read the book and then pass it on to someone else. See the idea at Pass the Book.. These are extra copies I have or books that I’m just ready to pass on to someone else. Some are excellent; others are good to read once. They’re mostly paperbacks, mostly used, in good condition. Many of the titles are children’s literature, but do not let that fact deter you from reading them. Some of the best writers around are writing for children. Take your pick, and thanks for reading.
In the Face of Danger (The Orphan Train Adventures) by Joan Lowery Nixon
The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Schaeffer TAKEN
The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren (3)
Streams to the River, River to the Sea by Scott O’Dell
Shadow of the Moon by M.M. Kaye
Jacob Have I Loved by Katherine Paterson
Dicey’s Song by Cynthia Voigt (2)
Homecoming by Cynthia Voigt
The Runner by Cynthia Voigt
Soccer Sleuth by Dick Bohrer
Charlie Skedaddle by Patricia Beatty
George Washington Carver by Anne Terry White
The Cybil War by Betsy Byars
God’s Little Devotional Book for Women
The Cay by Theodore Taylor
The Black Cauldron by Lloyd Alexander
Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry by Mildred Taylor
The Incredible Journey by Sheila Burnford
My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George
The Winged Watchman by Hilda van Stockum
The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes
Rose in Bloom by Louisa May Alcott TAKEN
A Severe Mercy by Sheldon Van Auken TAKEN
And Now Miguel by Joseph Krumgold (3)
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson (4)
Then There Were Five by Elizabeth Enright
Joni by Joni Eareckson
Love’s Enduring Promise by Janette Oke
Love Comes Softly by Janette Oke
The Pursuit of Holiness by Jerry Bridges
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
Elsie Dinsmore by Martha Finley TAKEN
If the book you receive becomes a favorite and you can’t bear to give it up, that’s O.K. But then again, if it’s a favorite, you may want to buy a new copy and still pass the used one on. Happy Reading!
I recommend Schaeffer’s The HIdden Art of Homemaking to anyone who hasn’t got it already.
Wow, you’re offering some great books. What a wonderful idea. I check your site almost every day and enjoy your posts. Have a wonderful Christmas season.
Her Majesty read about your generous endeavor while visiting Joan’s (semicolon) blog. What a beautiful thing you are doing, and may you be blessed many times over for your selfless giving.
Your blog is one that The Empress shall enjoy returning to again and again.
Very truly yours,
EB
Ooops! I meant Joan of “Daddy’s Roses.” I now see that you’re “semicolon.” It’s time for my afternoon nap!
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Very truly yours,
EB
That’s a great idea–and generous, too. I have more books than I can read already, but I really do appreciate your doing this. Peace.
What a delightfully wonderful idea!!! These are all wonderful selections, too… I have so many of these that I can attest to the fact that any one of these would be a great read for parents and children alike. Your generosity is so refreshing in this very selfish world. Thank you!!!
What a great idea! I found your site when I stumbled across the blog of the woman you sent A Severe Mercy to. That is one of my absolute favorites. I would love to participate. How about Then There Were Five? What is the best way to send my address to you?
I just remembered that you put your email address in the post above. Sorry! I’ll send my info. to you at that address.