February 2016: Hooked On Christian Books
By Kelly Wise Valdes
It’s February and many of us are facing another year of being single and wondering why. Finding the right marriage partner...
Meet N’ Greet Events At Libraries Support Local Authors
Staff Report
In December, local authors met up at the Bloomingdale Regional Library at 1906 Bloomingdale Ave. in Valrico for a Meet N’ Greet event. Members...
Grace Notes: Stinky Face
By Deborah Coty
Our conversation as my preschool grandbuddy Blaine watched me applying make-up:
Blaine: What's that stuff do, Mimi?
Me: It's blush; it gives me...
Hooked On Christian Books: New Year, New Beginnings
By Kelly Wise Valdes
Happy New Year! Many people, including Christians, resolve to do something significant or make some much-needed changes during this time of...
Brandon Retiree Writes Of Indonesian Family’s World War II Experience In...
By Andria Barrios
Many have read stories and heard tales of civilians living in the United States during World War II, but few know what...
Randall Middle School Teacher’s Book Signing Highlighted At Annual Book Fair
By Lauren Saslow
On Saturday, December 12, Randall Middle School (RMS) will hold their annual Book Fair at Barnes & Noble Brandon Square, located at...
Plant City Author Brings New Children’s Book To Spanish-Speaking Community
By Michelle Whitman
Plant City native Omar Hill recently began the process of raising funds to translate his inspiring Christian children’s book Jesus, My Friend,...
December Hooked On Books
By Kelly Legg
3-Minute Devotions for Christmas
By Janice Hanna Thompson
In just three short minutes everyday, this Christmas devotional can make a big difference in your...
The Favorite Book Seeks Angel Investor To Fund Movie
By Marie Gilmore
This holiday season, a newly released book, The Favorite, is the perfect gift to share with families. The book inspired by true...
Local Author With Cerebral Palsy Shares His Story Through Auto-Biography
By Bonnie Mentel
David Alderman is a local man who was born with Cerebral Palsy. He hasn’t let that diagnosis hold him back. He currently...