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The best Scrivener tutorials for nonfiction.

The Best Scrivener Tutorials for Non-fiction Book Writers

Scrivener is much more than a word processor, great for working on long writing projects such as books – novels and non-fiction. But it’s been years since I used it. Scrivener has beenupdated – and I need to get updated too! Here are the best tutorials I found to get myself reacquainted with Scrivener.

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Best Books for Kids

Not a book list by adults, these books were my own girls' favorite books in middle school. From popular middle school series to more challenging books.

13 Best Books for Girls in Middle School – My Daughters’ Favorites

Cover of Miri Attwater and the Ocean's Secret - girl in front of an underwater scene, from the best books for girls' list

Best Books for Girls in 3rd Grade – my daughters’ favorites

Book sets make great Christmas gifts for kids! A single book might not sound exciting. But there is something about a boxed book set that promises more adventure! Check out this list of my kids' favorite book boxed sets. Form classic book sets to sets that are popular in elementary school and high school now. Books for kids of all ages!

Non-toy gift idea – the best boxed book sets for kids

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School & Education

Education and College - are they harming our children more than helping? Elite college requirements and how education relates to success

Elite Colleges, Education, & Success

A girl prepared to go to college during Covid coronavirus.

College packing list in the time of coronavirus Covid 19

college food quality for health

Is college worth the cost with COVID quarantine and remote classes?

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Family Trips

Maui is famous for the Huleakala Summit Sunrise! But you need a 3 am wakeup call and ski clothing. Miss the crowds! Read day trip tips - totally worth it! Girl above the clouds Leleiwi Lookout Maui

Haleakala Summit and Crater – not just for sunrise! Maui – Hawaii vacation 18

West Maui for your own version of Hawaiian paradise! The original resort area is the best place to stay on Maui - for a reason!

West Maui – Hawaii vacation 4

Be sure to plan for this top stop on the Road to Hana - Maui's best hike! To see the magical Bamboo Forest and beautiful waterfalls. Find out how long it takes to hike the Pipiwai trail to Makahiku Falls, the Bamboo Forest, and Waimoku Falls. I cover what to expect in terrain, difficulty, and weather.

Maui’s Magical Bamboo Forest trail – Hawaii vacation 16

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Thanksgiving Fruit Turkey Recipe

Little kids won’t really go for the fancy fruit salad  with Jello and cottage cheese that your Great Aunt Ida always brings to Thanksgiving dinner. This Thanksgiving Fruit Turkey recipe is an easy way to make plain fruit look fancy. It’s also a great way to take fruit to a Thanksgiving class party. Don’t worry if…

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High school Homecoming mum tutorial

It’s great fun to make your own Homecoming Mum. You can also save a TON of money if you know how to make your own. Homecoming mums can get outrageous, but they can also be pretty and lots of fun! If you have struggled with putting your own Homecoming mum together, or have ever wondered…

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Scrivener computer software for writing tech tips

Fix Unknown Error when you try to Import and Split Word document into Scrivener

Having trouble importing and splitting documents into Scrivener? Are you getting an unknown error when trying to import and split a Word document into Scrivener? Tip for importing and splitting files into Scrivener. There’s a really simple fix!

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Welcome! Ever wonder how another mom "makes the magic happen?" Look around and I'll give you a peek behind the scenes, to show you how to make family events magical - and even get your kids to read! Read More…

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