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Miranda’s Daily Dose of Such Fun!: 365 joy-filled tasks to make your life more engaging, fun, caring and jolly by Miranda Hart

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 22/08/2018 by Zara07/10/2018

From Goodreads *** 365 joy filled tasks to make your life more engaging, fun, caring and jolly *** There are tiny gestures that can make a huge difference to you and others around you. So, I say; every day try … Continue reading →

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Life & Laughing: My Story by Michael McIntyre

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 22/08/2018 by Zara07/10/2018

From Goodreads Michael McIntyre has become Britain’s biggest comedy star. His debut stand-up DVD was the fastest selling of all time, only to be eclipsed by his second that sold over 1.4 million copies and was the 2009 Christmas number … Continue reading →

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Posted in Autobiography/Biography, Book reviews | Tagged accents, comedian, grandmother, Michael McIntyre, pregnancy, tenacity | Leave a reply

The Woman in the Window by A. J. Finn

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 22/08/2018 by Zara22/08/2018

From Goodreads Anna Fox lives alone—a recluse in her New York City home, unable to venture outside. She spends her day drinking wine (maybe too much), watching old movies, recalling happier times . . . and spying on her neighbors. … Continue reading →

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Posted in Book reviews | Tagged A.J. Finn, Agatha Christie, agoraphobia, gifted writer, Ruth Rendall, window, woman | Leave a reply

The Way Mum Does It: Treasured Family Advice from Australian Mothers edited by Alexandra O’Brien

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara07/10/2018

From Goodreads Trusted household advice from real women and contributors to the hugely popular Over 60 online community. The Way Mum Does It is a jam-packed collection of household and life advice – a handy go-to guide for tips on … Continue reading →

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Posted in Book reviews, General Non-fiction | Tagged cleaning, Mums, O'brien, travel, washing | Leave a reply

The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara17/08/2018

From Goodreads This is the story of a young boy Wizard and a young girl Warrior who have been taught to hate each other like poison; and the thrilling tale of what happens when their two worlds collide. Perfect for … Continue reading →

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Posted in Book reviews, Children's books | Tagged Cowell, dragon, iron, Wish, wizards | Leave a reply

Keep Moving: And Other Truths About Living Well Longer by Dick Van Dyke

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara07/10/2018

From Goodreads Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his 90th birthday in December 2015. He’s an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he’s still keeping … Continue reading →

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The 104-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths, Illustrated by Terry Denton

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara17/08/2018

From Goodreads Join Andy and Terry in their wonderfully wild and wacky 104-storey treehouse. You can throw some refrigerators, make money with the money-making machine (or honey if you’d prefer—it makes that too), climb the never-ending staircase, have a bunfight, … Continue reading →

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Posted in Book reviews, Children's books | Tagged Denton, Griffiths, Jill, Mr Big Nose, treehouse | Leave a reply

Blankets by Craig Thompson

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara07/10/2018

From Goodreads Wrapped in the landscape of a blustery Wisconsin winter, Blankets explores the sibling rivalry of two brothers growing up in the isolated country, and the budding romance of two coming-of-age lovers. A tale of security and discovery, of … Continue reading →

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Posted in Autobiography/Biography, Book reviews | Tagged blankets, Christianity, confusion, Craig Thompson, emotional | Leave a reply

A Conversation With Emily by Zenda Vecchio

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 17/08/2018 by Zara17/08/2018

From Goodreads Literary creation and motherhood are often likened to each other. In this collection, Zenda Vecchio shows that the similarity need not be a playful way of speaking so much as a bizarre reality. A Conversation with Emily introduces … Continue reading →

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How to Keep Your Volkswagon Alive by Christopher Boucher

Read, Relax, Review Posted on 12/08/2018 by Zara12/08/2018

From Goodreads It’s hard being a single-dad raising a son—especially if your kid is also a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle. There’s nothing more troubling than having your child break down on the side of the road, leaking oil, overheating, and asking … Continue reading →

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