What to Do When I'm Gone: A Mother's Wisdom to Her Daughter by Suzy Hopkins & Hallie Bateman

Title: What to Do When I'm Gone: A Mother's Wisdom to Her Daughter

Author: Suzy Hopkins & Hallie Bateman

Genre: Self Help, Inspirational, Illustrated Book

Even if you have not lost your mother, or if you have lost another loved one, this book might be a good read. Filled with colorful painted illustrations by daughter Hallie Bateman, and following a page-a-day advice format by mother, Suzy Hopkins, there is a variety of life-affirming and warm advice for anyone going to a struggle and needing uplifting. I will be trying out the chicken and dumplings recipe!

- Elizabeth

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The Magnolia Story by Chip and Joanna Gaines

Title: The Magnolia Story

Author: Chip and Joanna Gaines

Genre: Memoir

The Magnolia Story is written by the hosts of HGTV’s hit show Fixer Upper, Chip and Joanna Gaines. Like many fans the show, a big reason why I love watching is (aside from the beautiful home redesigns) seeing the genuineness of the Gaines’ relationship and their family life and values that are clearly present. The book gets more into this as it tells the story of how Chip and Joanna met, how they got into the business, and is interspersed with anecdotes and family moments. Chip and Joanna switch back and forth in the narrative, which at first I thought would be distracting, but I actually enjoyed the style and found it read like a conversation. This inspiring memoir would appeal to fans of the show or even anyone looking to start their own business.

- Sarah P.

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