The Weight Of Salt by Sandra Montanino

330

“…Books can become worn and faded but never grow old. Miguel de Cervantes teaches that everyone, regardless of nobility or peasantry, is important. It’s a message of hope, and what is life without hope? Do you agree, Angelina?”

Angelina thought of all she wanted to accomplish in life. “Hope is everything,” she said.

A Christmas Melody by Anita Stansfield

377

Next time you’re afraid, honey, you just imagine one of these heroes standing guard at your bedroom door. I know that angels are real, child. I’ve felt their presence in my life.

The Martian by Andy Weir

716

Mark Watney is funny and resourceful. Good thing, since he’s stranded on Mars. The main takeaway from The Martian by Andy Weir is that with extreme determination, anything is possible.