November Book Suggestion

What would you do to inherit a billion dollars? Would you be willing to change your life? Jason Stevens is about to find out in Jim Stovall's The Ultimate Gift. Red Stevens has died, and the older members of his family receive their millions with greedy anticipation. But a different fate awaits young Jason, whom Stevens, his great-uncle, believes may be the last vestige of hope in the family. "Although to date your life seems to be a sorry excuse for anything I would call promising, there does seem to be a spark of something in you that I hope we can fan into a flame. For that reason, I am not making you an instant millionaire." What Stevens does give Jason leads to The Ultimate Gift. Young and old will take this timeless tale to heart.

october book suggestion

All sin, many repent, but few really forgive themselves and find peace. Latter-day Saints believe in becoming better — we work hard at it — but we're also among the most self-critical people. Too often we fail to fully claim the “amazing grace” of the Atonement. How can we help our loved ones — and ourselves — let go of past mistakes? Wendy Ulrich, an experienced psychologist, maps the journey from self blame to self-forgiveness. She shows how the pure doctrines of the restored gospel, coupled with the practical perspectives of psychology, can help us stop harrowing our souls and start planting the seeds of faith, healing, and joy.

September Book Suggestion

What is the purpose of our being? How much joy are we supposed to feel in a troubled world? Can our trials make us happier as well as stronger? If joy is the absence of sorrow or disappointment, then how could God be happy (because surely He has reasons for both!)?

Bestselling author, Chris Stewart, discusses how to experience a more joyful life. Drawing on unforgettable real-life experiences and rich examples from the scriptures, he offers suggestions for reorienting our lives in order to achieve greater joy and happiness — even in the most challenging times. Redefining Joy looks at some of life’s most difficult questions. But be prepared. The answers may surprise you.

Augus Book Suggestion

Sophisticated New York playwright Lori Scott feels like a failure when her producer boyfriend calls it quits on both their relationship and her first play. On a dare, she throws a dart at a map and ends up moving to Brigham City, Utah, where she plans to set aside writing, religion, and men to focus on her new career substituting as The Garden Guru for the local paper. But fate has something else in mind. When she accidentally lights her house on fire, Lori has no idea of the sparks that lie ahead. Will she be able to resist the charm and persistence of local firefighting hero John Wayne Walker? Will old hurts and fears cause her to turn her back on the best thing that's ever happened to her? Author Heather Horrocks brings a fresh, fun voice to this delightful contemporary romance about following your heart, finding true love, and wrestling with a basket full of zucchini!

July Book Suggestion

The journey was impossible. But they had no other choice. At the call of their prophet, they left well-established farms and businesses to strike out yet again into the untamed wilderness. A small band of men, women, and children formed the 1879 pioneer company. Their mission: stand as a buffer between lawlessness and civilization. Their road: only what they created themselves, blasting out a perilous trail over slick rock and through desolate cliffs. Their hearts: UNDAUNTED When it comes to creating spellbinding historical fiction, nobody does it quite like Gerald N. Lund. In The Undaunted, he transports readers first to the coal mines of Yorkshire, then across the ocean and the plains to the territory of Utah, where, even in 1879, there is pioneering to be done. A little- known and perhaps even less- appreciated chapter in the Church s history comes to life in this gripping story of a stalwart group of Saints called to create a settlement to serve as a buffer between the established communities of Utah and the lawless frontier of the Four Corners area. Their challenge will be enormous but the biggest part of it just may be getting there in the first place. Skillfully interweaving historical figures and events with fictional characters, Gerald Lund takes us through the Hole in the Rock and over miles of uncharted country that even today is impassable without all- terrain vehicles. His account of the adventure, romance, and sacrifices of these undaunted pioneers will resonate with readers who love a good story as well as those who want to better understand the incomparable legacy and unconquerable faith of those valiant Saints.

may book suggestion

I am a Mother

by Jane Clayson Johnson

How do we get women to stop saying , "I'm just a mother"? Or, " I used to be such and such, but now I', just a mother"? When Jane Clayson Johnson, former network news correspondent and co host of the Early Show attended a gathering of nearly fifty LDS couples, she was shocked to hear the women in the group describe themselves as "just a mother." She had not expected Latter-day Saint women to have the same undervalued view of motherhood as the rest of the world. Jane's fascinating personal story and unique insights will inspire women to raise their awareness and perception of this important-and often difficult-role.

april book suggestion

The holy name of Jesus Christ is invoked daily in prayers, blessings, ordinances, and testimonies of members of the Church throughout the world. Apostles serve as special witnesses of the name of Christ in all the world. But what does it mean to be a witness not just of Christ, but also of His name?
In His Holy Name, Elder Dallin H. Oaks explores the significance of the name of Jesus Christ. This book, the product of a decade of prayerful studying and pondering, provides a fascinating, powerful look at the holy nature of the Savior s name and its meaning in our worship and beliefs. Elder Oaks recounts the words of John: But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name. This beloved modern- day Apostle explains that, in this context, his name means His works and His plan of salvation, with all of its glorious provisions for the children of God.

Book Suggestion

Hard Times and Holy Places

by Kris Belcher
Deeply personal and inspiring with just the right touch of humor, Kris bears testimony that although blind, her one great light is the Son. Unlike many books on the Atonement, the entire book follows the author’s greatest trial, blindness, and shows how it has helped her come to know how much she needs the Atonement in every aspect of her life. This book, filled with faith and hope, is a must-read for everyone.

Book Suggestion

The Last Waltz gives readers an incredible fiction read filled with the perfect combination of history and romance. Set in Austria in 1913, this book shares the exciting adventures in the young life of Amalia Faulhaber. Born and bred in high European society, Amalia's eyes are soon opened by growing political unrest during WWI. She finds herself having to make many decisions that will not only affect her, but her family, her future and her country as well. This exciting piece of historical fiction is a page turner that will keep even the most skeptical of fiction readers engaged.

January Book Suggestion

Are you tired of worrying about things you can't control? Do you feel distracted or overwhelmed by the daily demands of living? Do you wonder if it's even possible to make space in your busy life to become the person you really want to be?

In her down-to-earth style, popular author and speaker Merrilee Boyack presents eight pairs of contrasting characteristics, inviting women to consider their own tendencies: Faithful or fearful? Focused or distracted? Peaceful or worried? She then discusses how we can move from where we are to where we want to be without feeling guilty or discouraged.