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Books I Can’t Put Down

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A curated collection of books I love and recommend across a mix of genres, including Christian fiction and non-fiction, cheesy romance, psychological thrillers, and thoughtful non-fiction. This list reflects what I actually read; stories for escape, ...
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Christian Non-Fiction

These are some of my favourite reads that inspire, encourage, and uplift; stories and books that have made a real impact in my faith and daily life.

 
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Makes you take a look at your daily life and asks you where you can add worship to what you're already doing.
Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices
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Amazing reference book for people looking to get into Biblical Interpretation and become well versed in how to study the Bible.
Introduction to Biblical Interpretation, 3rd Ed
 
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Succinct, a good overview of the goals and philosophy of Family Ministry and how to partner with parents effectively.
Family Ministry Field Guide: Equip Parents

Non-Fiction

A collection of non-fiction reads that help me understand myself and others. From mental health and personal growth to learning how people think and work. 

 
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A good look at the complexities of the disorder and how to work with people who hurt you when they don't mean to.
I Hate You--Don't Leave Me: 3rd Edition
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Amazing book. So much insight, I highly recommend for anyone in a leadership role.
Toughest People to Love: Understand & Lead
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Christian Fiction

I love exploring big theological ideas through the eyes of other people and adventures that are different than my real life.

 
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I love reading this book and being reminded of humanity's struggle with sin
The Screwtape Letters Book By C S Lewis
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A thoughtful read, not based on a theological basis, but very thought provoking.
The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom
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Anything Linda Goodnight writes will be cheesy, full of Jesus and romance. I am on a mission to read everything she has written.
All Book Series by Linda Goodnight

Fiction

A mix of fiction favourites, from psychological thrillers to cheesy romance and dystopian adventures.

 
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Cheesy pioneer love stories, all tied together by the same town.
Pendleton Petticoats Series by Shanna Hatfield
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A very odd little book. I loved it so much.
The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom
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A very fun mystery that stays complicated and keeps you intrigued.
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson
 
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This was a very strange book. The world was so well built and described. The story had a great mystery and immense satisfaction when each level was peeled back.
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
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My 7th grade teacher read the first one out loud for a book study. I was hooked and devastated to always have to wait for the next one to be written. Still an all time favourite.
The Hunger Games
 
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Everything he writes is great. Easy reads with irritatingly real characters that are selfish and make the story come alive. There's always a good twist and not too much gore or swearing.
Daniel Hurst Books
 
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I really enjoy reading books based in other countries. Getting to understand how their systems work and the tropes/stories that belong to different places.
The Laughing Policeman: Martin Beck Mystery
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