Mudhouse Sabbath by Lauren F. Winner

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review. 
Spiritual disciplines rooted in Jewish culture and traditions? Who better to know how to write about those than Winner? Raised a Jew and now following Jesus, she combines the rich heritage of her childhood with a relational encouragement to know the One True God of scripture.

Well worth reading for those interested in spiritual formation.

Plain Change: The Plain Fame Series, Book 2 by Sarah Price

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review. 
If you like romance and adventure, mixed in with culture and a bit of American history, you're sure to like this novel. It's an insider-outsider view by the author who has Mennonite roots. 

Fame and fortune are not sought by all. But for the opportunistic, they matter. When true character meets scepticism and guarded hearts, you have a good story in the making. 

Take it on vacation. Or sit in an easy chair and enjoy the stirring of hearts pulled in opposite directions.

The Call to Serve by Jon Meacham

★★★★★ The publisher has provided a copy for review. 
George HW Bush was a patriot, family man, and politician. Today that seems almost impossible in the climate of government.

Recommended for history buffs and political researchers. If you want to know about Bush - whether in text or hundreds of photos. 

It's also a good story about what it means to change the world by being yourself, taking advantage of your opportunities and networks, and doing the best job you can, wherever you are.

Reading C.S. Lewis by Wesley A. Kort

★★★☐☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
Another book on Lewis? Not bad - these essays can be read one at a time or grouped. What's interesting about this POV is that Kort examines Lewis' life and works without his faith context.

That to me is like separating the soil from plants - without one the other dies. Otherwise, a worthy addition to the Lewis library of commentaries and observations. Wouldn't Lewis be surprised at the fuss he left behind in his writings!?

Vegan Yack Attack's Plant-Based Meal Prep by Jackie Sobon

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
On the run? But want to eat healthier? (Hint: not all vegetarian and vegan food supports a healthy lifestyle!)

Sobon provides clear direction for getting meal prep out of the way early, in chunks of work that will keep you eating well all week. This may not be new information, but the book gathers hints and tips and recipes in a useable practical way.

Recommended for vegans and vegetarians alike - or someone who just wants to firm up their nutrition.

Universal Methods of Design, Expanded and Revised by Bruce Hanington; Bella Martin

★★★★★ The publisher has provided a copy for review. 
I used the first version of this text to design our first two houses. I'm not a designer or builder but a practitioner. I plan homes to suit our family and business.

This is an indispensable and comprehensive review of basic design principles to help shape spaces that work for everyone, regardless of disability or ability. If you're a decorator, designer, or builder - or just curious about what makes a house sing - you'll want to get a copy.

Missional Theology by John R. Franke

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
Ever wondered about the purposes of missions? Why share the Good News across cultures? 

Franke's years in seminary classrooms, theological reflection, and discussion with practitioners have shaped a reference that is valid for all wondering about God's design for missions.

It's thick reading for the average browser but a helpful text for seminarians and Bible/theology students.