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Alisa B. Bates

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Price, UT, The United States

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Fiction, Poetry, Historical Fiction

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Greeting life with a giggle and well-guarded emotions, Alisa B. Bates uses creative writing to unleash the roller coaster within. After 30 years of motherhood, she is learning to embrace life after child-rearing. She dabbles in creative writing, music, outdoor adventures, and traveling, but especially enjoys spending time with family. Alisa lives in Price, Utah, with her husband, Bill. They have been blessed with eight children, their spouses, and 16 grandchildren.

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Average rating: 4.52 · 23 ratings · 12 reviews · 4 distinct works

	Fox in the Closet 4.44 avg rating — 16 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A View From an Empty Nest, With Only a Few Ruffled Feathers: Poetic Reflections on the Family 4.67 avg rating — 6 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Awaking the Hero it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Chillin’ Out in the Summer Sun: Featuring Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free and/or Low Sugar Snacks 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Midnight Bookshop

by Amanda James (Goodreads Author)

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Doctrine and Covenants Made Easier Part 3: Study Guide to Section 94 Through Section 138; Official Declarations 1 and 2

by David J. Ridges

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Enchanting! I enjoyed reading this enchanting novel! It was well-written in fairy tale style and I was intrigued with the plot. I look forward to reading more books from this author.
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