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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.

Christmas Ideals 2024

Christmas Ideals 2024

by Melinda Lee Rathjen

Love You Snow Much

Love You Snow Much

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Megan Higgins

Christmas Ideals 2023

Christmas Ideals 2023

Edited by Melinda Lee Rathjen

Somebunny Loves You!

Somebunny Loves You!

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Cee Biscoe

Wreck the Halls

Wreck the Halls

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Gareth Williams

Love You S’more

Love You S’more

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Rob McClurkan

The Snuggle Is Real

The Snuggle Is Real

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Kristyna Litten

Dozers Don’t Doze

Dozers Don’t Doze

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Gareth Williams

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

T Is for Thanks (and Turkey!)

T Is for Thanks (and Turkey!)

by Melinda Lee Rathjen, Illustrated by Amy Husband