English speakers are obsessed with abbreviations
Christian theater company in Chicago refuses to bow to LGBT pressure
Children’s books proclaim grown-up truth little people can understand
Plus: Goldbugs swarm Canada, and the birth of one of Tennessee’s golden sons
Favorite stories from Joseph Slife, Katie Gaultney, and Kim Henderson
Noteworthy new or recent releases
A reissued book and CD set offer a musical education
Middle grade mysteries that spark curiosity
Four novels, old and new