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This was news to me.  On this date in 1947, Walt Disney appeared before the House committee on Un-American Activities to help flush out communism.  He was willing to coöperate, and he even named some names.  I had never heard this.  I cannot stand this part of Hollywood history–it was disgraceful.  Here’s hoping nothing like this ever happens again. For […]

About the Author:   Mark J. Grant, a graduate of Occidental College, has been on Wall Street for thirty-seven years in various senior management positions. He has run capital markets for four investment banks and been on the boards of directors of four investment banks. Grant also writes “Out of the Box,” a commentary on the financial markets that is […]

Again, I have a couple more reviews to share with my readers concerning the Lucy the Dinosaur series.  For more information on the tour, please click here. Lucy the Dinosaur: Learns Opposites by Joey Ahlbum My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is another winning book in this children’s series. Opposites can be a hard concept for children to grasp, […]

After decades of exile, the prophesies are coming true–King Cyrus has declared the Jews may return to Jerusalem. Iddo, a priest, is sure this is a sign of God’s renewed favor. For too long they’ve remained in Babylon, and many, including Iddo’s sons, are losing the faith that sets them apart. And so only a few choose to leave everything […]

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I had no idea that today’s featured author was no longer alive, and he was born the same year as my dad.  On this date in 1942, Michael Crichton was born.  What was he known for? He was probably most recognized as the writer of Jurassic Park, and he worked with Spielberg to bring his book to life.  He died […]

I am back again with another installment of Lucy the Dinosaur! Moms and dads looking for the best kids books about summer will love Frederator Books’ newest read out loud children’s ebooks! Inspired by the Olympics, Lucy and her friends have their own summer games. Lucy and her friends choose their favorite wheels—skateboards, scooters, and roller-skates, and race to the […]