Interview: Bethlehem Books

In this conversation, the Plumfield Moms and Bethlehem Books discuss the origins and mission of the publishing company, which focuses on providing quality children's literature rooted in a culture that values faith and education. They explore the community aspect of their work, the influence of Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy, and the journey from a bakery to a publishing house, culminating in the release of their first book. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the world of children's literature, sharing their passion for beloved books and the journey of publishing. They discuss the significance of community and faith in their publishing endeavors, the revival of the periodical 'In Review' as a valuable resource for book lovers, and the importance of quality in book production. The conversation highlights the power of storytelling and the impact of literature on young minds. They explore the significance of forgotten books, cultural heritage, and the evolution of publishing in the digital age. The discussion also touches on navigating grief, the importance of imagination in literature, and the role of community in fostering a love for reading. They emphasize the need for good literature and the positive influence it can have on individuals and families.
 
Bethlehem Books is a small press focused on bringing beautiful out of print living books back into print. Their catalog is a treasure trove of vibrant, faith filled, wholesome, and family friendly living history stories. We are not affiliated with Bethelehem Books but Sara’s family is always reading something of theirs. This page has links to all of our reviews from this catalog of books. As we review more, we will update the page.
The Cottage At Bantry BayDrovers Road SeriesEnemy BrothersFive for Victory (The Mitchells)Good Old ArchibaldHappy Little FamilyHappy Times in Noisy VillageThe Hedge SchoolMiracle of St. NicholasOld Sam Dakota TrotterPhilomenaReb and the RedcoatsRed Falcons of TremoineThe Red KeepSun Slower Sun FasterThe Strange IntruderThe Winged WatchmanYear of the Black Pony
 
 

Small Publisher Roundtable: Living Book Press, Purple House Press, Smidgen Press

Living Book Press 
Charlotte Mason
Charlotte Mason AudioBooks  
Howard Pyle Collection 
Microbe Hunters by Paul de Kruif 
Railway Children by Edith Nesbit
America’s Children Books by James Otis 
Hannah of Kentucky by James Otis 
How the Heather Looks Audiobook   
Let’s Explore the British Isles  
First Books 
Purple House Press 
Little Britches Series by Ralph Moody
The Mistmantle Chronicles by M. I. McAllister
David Weitzman 
Stephen Meader
Glen Blough 
Wyatt Blassingame
Combat Nurses of World War II by Wyatt Blassingame
The U.S. Frogmen of World War II by Wyatt Blassingame
Medical Corps Heroes of World War II by Wyatt Blassingame  
Microbe Hunters by Paul de Kruif 
Evelyn Sibly Lampman
Shy Stegosaurus of Cricket Creek by Evelyn Sibly Lampman
Shy Stegosaurus of Indian Springs by Evelyn Sibly Lampman
Elizabeth Ripley Artist Biographies
Purple House Press Nature Study Library 
Jeanne Bendick 
Smidgen Press  
Charlotte Mason Centenary Edition  
Little Men by Louisa May Alcott
Louisa May Alcott
L. M. Montgomery Christmas Collection by L. M. Montgomery 
The Daisy Chain by Charlotte Mary Yonge 
Frankenstein by Mary Shelly 
General
Plumfield Reads Guides
I am David (North to Freedom) by Ann Holm 

Interview: Meet Jody Skinner of Smidgen Press

Books and Links
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 
An Essay towards a Philosophy of Education by Charlotte Mason 
Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott 
Frankenstein by Mary Shelly 
The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hope
Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore 
Exodus Books Lorna Doone Edition List
Little Britches Father and I Were Ranchers (Little Britches Book 1) by Ralph Moody 
Man of the Family (Little Britches Book 2) by Ralph Moody
The Home Ranch (Little Britches Book 3) by Ralph Moody
Mary Emma and Company (Little Britches Book 4) by Ralph Moody
Biblioguides Online Community 
Facebook Smidgen Press  
Instagram Smidgen Press 
Smidgenpress.com
Facebook Plumfield Moms 
Instagram Plumfield Moms

Book Talk: Purple House Press Nature Study Library

Books and Links:
Plumfield Reads Landmark Page
Alice Goudey
Glenn Blough
Jeanne Bendick
Herbert Zim
Robert McClung
Ostriches
Leaper
Mutual of Omaha Wild Kingdom
Apple Dumpling Gang
Walt Disney True Life Nature Books
The Burgess Bird Book
The Life of the Spider, Fabre
Evelyn Sibley Lampman
Who Lives In This Meadow
After The Sun Goes Down
Here Come The Bears
Let’s Learn About Mushrooms
Bird Watchers and Bird Feeders
Third Book of Junior Authors
Learn More About Our Guests:
Jill Morgan of Purple House Press
Tanya Arnold of Biblioguides
Where You Can Find Us:
Plumfield and Paideia Facebook Page
Plumfield Reads Book Club Discussion Space at the FREE Biblioguides Online Community
Plumfield Moms Instagram

Author Talk: Alta Halverson Seymour

Join us as we sit down with our good friends, Tanya Arnold of Biblioguides, and Jill Morgan of Purple House Press, to talk about this truly lovely author of beautiful children's books from the Golden Age. Be sure to check our show notes on our website for all kinds of links and resources. 
Books and Links:
Our Purple House Press Page
When The Dikes Broke
The Tangled Skein
Alta's Christmas Books
Alta Halverson Seymour Author Page at Biblioguides
On the Edge of the Fjord
Hilda van Stockum
Little Britches
Mr. Pine
Mad Scientists Club
Alvin Fernald
Learn More About Our Guests:
Jill Morgan of Purple House PressTanya Arnold of Biblioguides
Where You Can Find Us:
Plumfield and Paideia Facebook Page

Author Talk: Remembering Elizabeth Orton Jones, author of Twig and Big Susan

In the years that we have known Jill Morgan of Purple House Press, she has told us so many wonderful stories about authors and illustrators that she has had the joy of working with. When we started this podcast, we knew that we had to capture some of those stories and share them as widely as possible. In this episode, Jill tells about the sweet lady who gave us Twig and Big Susan. A delightful soul who we wished that we could have known too. Enjoy these lovely stories about Elizabeth Orton Jones and how her girls (Twig, Big Susan, and Little Red Riding Hood) gave her her farm. 
Books and Links:
Twig
Big Susan
 
Learn More About Our Guest:
Jill Morgan, Purple House Press
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagram
Join the conversation:
Plumfield and Paideia Facebook PagePlumfield Moms Podcast Page
 
 

Interview: Purple House Press: Elizabeth Ripley Art Books

The beloved Elizabeth Ripley art books are being reprinted by Purple House Press! And, this time, these fantastic art books will be released in full color with additional images and the option to purchase professionally printed sets of art for study and display! 
Books and Links:
Elizabeth Ripley
A Delectable Education Podcast: Picture & Composer Study
Vincent Van Gogh: A Life in Letters
Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam
Van Gogh at Art Institute in Chicago
Virginia Lee Burton
Mike Mulligan
Katy and the Big Snow
Choo Choo
The Little House
Spine labels for Elizabeth Ripley binders
Join the conversation:
Biblioguides Online Community at Mighty Networks
Find Us:
Purple House PressBiblioguidesPlumfield and Paideia Facebook PagePlumfield Moms Podcast Page

Interview: Small Publishers Fall 2022 Roundtable - Part 2

Episode 2 Show Summary & Links:
Buzztail
Van Gogh
Bird Watchers Bird Feeders
Australian Flowers
Mushroom Book
Charlotte Mason Audio Books
Borrowed House Cover
David Weitzman's Pharaoh’s Boat
Magic Australia
Nan Chauncy
The Randy
He Went With
Colors of the Wind
Here Come the Bears
Captain Kidd
Combat Nurses
Learn More About Our Guests:
Anthony Coafield, Living Book Press
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagram
Jill Morgan, Purple House Press
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagram
Tanya Arnold, Biblioguides
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagramMighty Networks

Interview: Small Publishers Fall 2022 Roundtable - Part 1

Episode 1 Show Summary & Links:
War Time Paper
The Talking Wire
Illustrated Junior Library
Last Bookshop in London
Ocean Born Mary
Leaper
Yellow Ball
Joan of Arc - PHP and LBP
Charlotte Mason
Pharaoh’s Boat
Mistmantle
Landmark Books
bookshop.org
Learn More About Our Guests:
Anthony Coafield, Living Book Press
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagram
Jill Morgan, Purple House Press
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagram
Tanya Arnold, Biblioguides
WebsiteFacebook PageInstagramMighty Networks

Interview: Remembering Leonard Kessler - author of the Mr. Pine books

In this episode of Friday Feast, Sara and Diane talk with Jill Morgan of Purple House Press about her nearly 2 decades worth of memories of beloved children's author Leonard Kessler who died earlier this year. Kessler is the author of the Mr. Pine books among many others and he served as a mentor to Jill as she got into publishing and throughout the end of his life. This wonderful man lives on in his beautiful books at Purple House Press. Listen into this episode to hear about his Army service, friendship with Andy Warhol, his purple door, and his delightful love of crayons. We agree with Jill when she says that like Mr. Rogers, Leonard Kessler was a national treasure. 
You can learn more about Kessler at Biblioguides here: https://www.biblioguides.com/pub/author/leonard-kessler 
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Books mentioned in this podcast (linked to our reviews with a look inside):
Mr. Pine's Purple House
Mr. Pine's Mixed Up Signs
Mrs. Pine Takes A Trip
That's Not Santa
Stan The Hotdog Man
Miss Jaster's Garden
The Blueberry Pie Elf
Little Old Man Who Cannot Read
Goose
Duchess Bakes a Cake
 
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/24/books/leonard-kessler-dead.html