by Sarah Purdy | Jul 2, 2026 | Book Place, Book Releases & Events
In the summer of 2020, Randy Sikkema of Pella embarked on a journey: playing golf in all of Iowa’s 99 counties. He was just entering semi-retirement after decades as a certified public accountant. A lifelong golfer, he’d once had the goal of playing in all 50 states....
by Sarah Purdy | Jun 19, 2026 | Nonfiction, Our Books
by Randy Sikkema In the summer of 2020, Randy Sikkema began reducing his hours as a CPA and embarked on a journey to play golf in all of Iowa’s 99 counties. He soon realized he should write a book about his experiences—not only documenting Iowa’s 390 golf courses, but...
by Sarah Purdy | Jun 9, 2026 | Book Place, Book Releases & Events
Meet the children’s book supporting Grace Therapeutic Riding’s mission through story and art Just in time for summer, children’s book author Lois Vermeer has published A New Family for Jack: A Tale From Grace Ranch. Featuring illustrations and photographs by Ashley...
by Sarah Purdy | May 29, 2026 | Children's Books, Our Books
by Lois Vermeer Will Jack like his new home at Grace Ranch? About Grace Therapeutic Riding Grace Therapeutic Riding (Grace TR) is a nonprofit offering equine-assisted services to individuals of all ages and abilities. Its mission is to increase access to therapeutic...
by Sarah Purdy | Dec 9, 2025 | Business Division, Content & Marketing Tips
by Sarah Purdy, WP editor It’s December, and all of us elves are busily working on our annual holiday cards! It’s a fun thing to do—picking out your pictures with care, writing a cheery message, and swirling in festive fonts and colors. Now imagine putting in all...
