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Melinda Lee Rathjen

About the Author

Melinda Rathjen has been editor of Ideals for more than a decade. During that time, she has chosen countless pieces of artwork, photos, and text selections, as well as tested more than 100 recipes. Melinda is also a valued member of the children’s publishing team at WorthyKids. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Christmas Ideals 2024
Christmas Ideals 2024

Christmas Ideals 2024

by Melinda Lee Rathjen

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Love You Snow Much
Love You Snow Much

Love You Snow Much

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Megan Higgins

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Christmas Ideals 2023
Christmas Ideals 2023

Christmas Ideals 2023

Edited by Melinda Lee Rathjen

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Somebunny Loves You!
Somebunny Loves You!

Somebunny Loves You!

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Cee Biscoe

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Wreck the Halls
Wreck the Halls

Wreck the Halls

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Gareth Williams

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Love You S’more
Love You S’more

Love You S’more

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Rob McClurkan

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The Snuggle Is Real
The Snuggle Is Real

The Snuggle Is Real

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Kristyna Litten

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Dozers Don’t Doze
Dozers Don’t Doze

Dozers Don’t Doze

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Gareth Williams

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The Great Easter Egg Hunt
The Great Easter Egg Hunt

The Great Easter Egg Hunt

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, by Greg Fritz, Illustrated by Lisa Reed, Illustrated by Aruna Rangarajan

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T Is for Thanks (and Turkey!)
T Is for Thanks (and Turkey!)

T Is for Thanks (and Turkey!)

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Amy Husband

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