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When Angels Intervene to Save the Children – Hartt and Judene Wixom

In May of 1986, David Young stormed into the elementary school in Cokeville, Wyoming, and took over one hundred and fifty children and their teachers hostage. I was ten years old at the time and barely remember the news stories about it, so reading this nonfiction book about the tragedy was fresh to me. However, I somewhat misspeak when I call it a tragedy, for while it was truly a frightening and life-changing experience, it was also a miracle. David Young was mentally disturbed and believed that if he were to kill the children in the school, when they reached … Continue reading →

Media Week in Review: December 31st-January 5th

Did you miss out on joining us during the last busy day of the year? Catching up from the holiday chaos? Let’s take a look at what you might have missed. Tristi took a look at “Amazon’s Bestselling Books for December,” and then talked a bit about “Book Clubs” and why you might want to join one in your area. Then we read a review on “The Frog Princess,” about a princess who kisses a frog and turns into a frog herself. Then we talked a little more about book clubs and what might take place at “Your Book Club … Continue reading →

Author Interview: Amanda Young, Part Two – On Angels

Thank you for joining us today for part two of our conversation with Amanda Young, author of “Silent Prisoner,” based on a true story of abuse and faith. If you missed yesterday, you can click here to catch up. Amanda, when we left off yesterday, you were telling us how your faith helped you to endure the painful situations you found yourself in. You mention that you have a strong faith in angels. How did you gain that faith? Again, when I was sick is when my faith in angels began. I recall being in Sunday school one day and … Continue reading →