![]() There’s a lot at the heart of each of his stories, as Morais definitely has a confident grasp on the format with all its intricacies. Setting himself apart from other writers he definitely has a lot to say, really pushing the format forwards, as it essentially becomes its own thing. This is something that he’s exceptionally good at, resonating with readers from around the world, largely due to the universality of his subject matter. Often writing about real people in real situations, he’s known for writing about personalities dealing with their differences despite their similarities. ![]() His stories are typically inflected with humor, while also bringing a lot of his own ideas to the table, creating his own style in the process. Speaking about a range of different subjects, he’s established a worldwide following allowing him to become a household name for many. Working in the publishing industry for many years now, he’s regarded by many as one of the foremost novelists working within his field. ![]() Morais is well known for his heart felt and warmly engaging story and novels. Canadian-American writer and novelist Richard C. ![]()
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Will Marianne be able to rein in her traitorous heart, or will a mysterious stranger sweep her off her feet?įate had something other than a relaxing summer in mind when it sent Marianne to Edenbrooke.Įdenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson is a sweet, engaging romance. ![]() Thinking she’ll be able to relax and enjoy her beloved English countryside while her sister snags the handsome heir of Edenbrooke, Marianne finds that even the best laid plans can go awry.įrom a terrifying run-in with a highwayman to a seemingly harmless flirtation, Marianne finds herself embroiled in an unexpected adventure filled with enough romance and intrigue to keep her mind racing. ![]() So when an invitation arrives from her twin sister, Cecily, to join her at a sprawling country estate, she jumps at the chance. 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Beloved by many, her writing has stood the test of time, and she continues to have stories to tell.įounded in 2010, the Pioneer Girl Project is dedicated to researching and publishing a comprehensive edition of Pioneer Girl, Laura Ingalls Wilder’s autobiography, and books dedicated to exploring her life and works. ![]() Millions of people in the United States and beyond have read her “Little House” books. LAURA INGALLS WILDER is one of the great American storytellers. Discovering the Life of Laura Ingalls Wilder ![]() ![]() ![]() On a more modest scale, Muir observed the flora and fauna that surrounded him with the keen enthusiasm of a naturalist. He climbed Cathedral Peak and Mount Dana and trekked through Bloody Canyon to Mono Lake. On a grand scale, he trekked into remote areas for sometimes days at a time. Muirâs journal entries from that summer reveal his growing wonder and awe at the Yosemite landscape, as well as his endless curiosity for the natural world. 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