Reviews by Karla Akins
Jane Austen
On 3/18 Karla Akins wrote: This is one of Thomas Nelson Publisher's new line of biographies called Christian Encounters. Written at an adult level, they make a great resource for parents and excellent texts for older homeschool students. Each biography includes an online reading guide with probing questions that can be printed, ... Let's Learn about Jane Austen
Rediscovering God in America
On 2/3 Karla Akins wrote: Author Newt Gingrich has played many roles in his life including Speaker of the House in the United States House of Representatives and political analyst for Fox News. His beautiful wife, Callista Gingrich, has earned accolades herself as President of her own production company, Gingrich Productions. ... A Great Resource for Your Library and Home School
The Tallest of Smalls
On 11/12 Karla Akins wrote: I love this book, The Tallest of Smalls, by Max Lucado. When I read the poem in his book, FEARLESS, I thought it should be a children's book. I wasn't surprised when I discovered Thomas Nelson Publishers had done just that. Max Lucado is one of my favorite Chrsitian authors. I am still reading his ... Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids
This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 10/14 Karla Akins wrote: THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON JOY: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth by Dr. Earl Henslin is one of the best books I’ve read in many years about brain health. Did you know your brain is plastic? That it can actually change with time from what ... Did You Know That Your Brain is Plastic?
Find Your Strongest Life
On 10/5 Karla Akins wrote: FIND YOUR STRONGEST LIFE: What the Happiest and Most Successful Women do DifferentLy by Marcus Buckingham is a brilliant self-help book for any woman trying to succeed. Hailed as a visionary by Toyata, Coca-Cola, Microsoft and Disney, Buckingham is in demand as a consultant for people and organizations ... Cradle Your Strengths
Fearless
On 9/8 Karla Akins wrote: Max Lucado is the reason hard copies of books may never go out of style. When I read his books, I always want to read with a highlighter because I don't want to forget anything he has to say. I want to savor every morsel because his words feed my soul in ways no other living author has. Lucado is ... Max Lucado is the Reason
The Noticer
On 4/27 Karla Akins wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews teaches us that sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. Have you ever been to Orange Beach, Alabama? Did you ever meet an old drifter there named Jones? If you’d like to, read The Noticer. You’ll meet a delightful silver-haired man with the wisdom of ... The Noticer
The Unseen
On 1/29 Karla Akins wrote: If you like creepy Christian fiction, then go ahead and get THE UNSEEN by TL Hines. Hines labels himself as "The Author of Nor Bizarre." Boy he's got that right. I've never been one to read Stephen King type fiction. I love suspense, but it can't get too icky or hit ... THE UNSEEN by TL Hines
The Truth About You
On 11/23 Karla Akins wrote: I think I've found a book I can give to my sons who are both at crossroads in their life. One of my sons is in sales and another will be graduating from high school. It will make a fantastic Christmas gift! But I didn't read THE TRUTH ABOUT YOU for my sons. I read it for me. I'm a 47 year old grandmother ... The Truth About You: Your Secret to Success
Through the Storm
On 11/2 Karla Akins wrote: Life is messy. No one knows this better than Lynne Spears, mother of famous daughters Britney and Jamie Lynn Spears. I must admit, when I learned that Thomas Nelson had published a book by the famous pop singer’s Mom, I was puzzled. I had believed what too many viewers believe of ... THROUGH THE STORM by Lynne Spears