Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy

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Homeschool mom Jennifer Pepito was letting fear and insecurity push her around, but then she recaptured her confidence as a mom within the pages of classic literature like The Hiding Place and Pride and Prejudice. This inspiring read takes you on a fascinating and whimsical journey that will bring freedom and fun to your parenting--one book at a time.



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"Wit and wisdom for every mother, everywhere."--ERIN LOECHNER, author of Chasing Slow

Becoming a better, happier mom starts with the stories you tell your kids

As a mom, you want to nurture a strong family, but fear steals your joy. Sometimes you wonder if you're failing your children or whether you're cut out for this.

Beloved writer and mom of seven Jennifer Pepito understands. She was intent on loving her children well, but fear and worry pushed her around. Ultimately, she found her joy in a most surprising place: the pages of classic literature she was reading aloud to her children every day. These stories helped her reclaim the wonder of childhood for herself and her children.

In Mothering by the Book, Jennifer takes you on a fascinating, whimsical journey that will bring freedom and fun to your parenting--one great book at a time.

Jennifer Pepito (thepeacefulpress.com) is the author of Mothering by the Book and the founder of The Peaceful Press. Jennifer is on a mission to help moms overcome fear and love their lives, and her homeschool curriculum empowers this through heroic stories, heartwarming poetry, and engaging life skills development. Her resources help create joyful memories among families, which leads to deeper connections and lasting relationships. Jennifer's writing has been featured in several online and print journals, including Wild + FreeCommonplace Quarterly, and Home Educating Family. She's a Wild + Free podcast host and has made guest appearances on popular podcasts such as 1000 Hours OutsideAt Home with Sally, and Charlotte Mason Poetry. Jennifer lives with her beloved family in the mountains, where she enjoys reading aloud, working in her garden, and watching the sunset.

Bethany House Publishers

Pub Date: August 02, 2022

0.7" H x 8.4" L x 5.5" W

239 pages

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