With Sarah Burkert In a world full of noise and screens, choosing stories isn’t just a hobby—it’s a rebellion. In this deeply personal Out Loud + On Purpose episode, Mandy shares why books have become one of the most powerful anchors in her family’s life—and welcomes Sarah from A Sweet and Simple Home, to explore how curating a home library is about more than just books... it’s about building a legacy.In this episode:Meet Sarah from A Sweet and Simple Home [00:51]The Power of Books in Family Culture [02:13]Curating a Home Library [04:51]Seasonal Book Rotation [12:37]Tracking and Acquiring Books [14:24]Favorite Authors and Series [19:58]Philosophies and Influences on Home Libraries [24:31]Nostalgic Book Collections to Pass Down [27:07]The Reality of Reading Aloud to Kids [29:13]Listening to Audiobooks [32:43]Encouraging Reluctant Readers [34:50]Choosing Stories Over Screens [38:43]Books That Inspire and Change Us [47:34]Wildy Recommended [53:08]Why it matters:Books aren’t just entertainment. They’re anchors of identity, belonging, and imagination—especially in a world trying to flatten and digitize everything. Building a meaningful home library is an act of legacy-making.Wildly Recommended:Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library – Free books by mail for kids ages 0–5Read-Aloud Revival – Cozy booklists + read-aloud rhythmsFive in a Row – The curriculum that changed how Mandy curates booksYoto Player - Screen free device for stories, music, and podcastsExplore every book mentioned in this episode - Browse both Sarah’s recs and Mandy’s Top Read-Alouds for Kids.Reflection Question:What’s one book your family keeps coming back to? Let me know!Resources + Links:Sarah’s Home Library Starter Kit Library Thing - to inventory your home libraryConnect with Sarah:Sarah is a mom of three, a lover of porch swings and picture books, and a curator of cozy, faith-filled family life. With a heart for motherhood, mental health, and meaningful stories, she helps families build life-giving home libraries rooted in beauty, grace, and wonder. Instagram: @asweetandsimplehomeIf today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it — the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. Don’t forget to follow or leave a review if this episode sparked something in you!As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you.

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