These are books from my second mother Beverly Johnston’s book list.
Bev’s Book Recommendations: Water for Elephants
A Legacy of Stories There’s something special about a book recommendation that comes from someone you love—especially when that someone has a lifetime of stories behind them. This is the second title in a collection of over 400 books my mother-in-law, Bev, shared over the years. Each one feels like a small window into her…
Rediscovering Kansas City Artist, Beverly Johnston’s Childhood Favorite: The White Kitten and The Blue Plate.
My mother-in-law, Beverly Johnston, was an avid reader with an endless curiosity. Her love for books lasted well into her late 90s, and she was also a talented artist, creating illustrations for children’s books, coloring books, and greeting cards. One of Beverly’s favorite childhood books was The White Kitten and The Blue Plate, illustrated by…