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  • Love Is Kind by Laura Sassi

    Friday, February 14, 2025

    Love Is Kind tells the heartwarming story of Little Owl who hopes to buy his grammy a heart-shaped box of chocolates for her birthday. On his quest for the chocolates, he’s thwarted at every turn but ends up discovering the real meaning of love.Laura Sassi has a passion for telling stories in prose and rhyme. She is the author of five picture books including the best-selling Goodnight, Ark, which was a 2015 Christian Book Award Finalist. Her next book, Bunny Finds Easter, will release in 2022. In addition to books, she’s published over one hundred poems, stories, crafts, and articles in var...

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  • Double Cross Down Under by Marianne Hering

    Friday, February 7, 2025

    "Her knees buckled, and she started to sink. Quicksand!"Hot on the trail of Amelia Darling, cousins Patrick and Beth are transported to Australia where they encounter Reverend George Taplin and his friend James Unaipon, two faithful men of God serving the Aboriginal people and helping them understand the good news of the Gospel. But not every person is interested in this good news.In the dark of night, Patrick and his new friend, Jandamarra, are kidnapped by bushrangers who need an Aboriginal person to show them the way to a great treasure.DOUBLE CROSS DOWN UNDER continues The Imagination S...

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  • Buster’s Ears Trip Him Up by Joe Hox

    Friday, January 31, 2025

    Buster was sure he was the fastest bunny in the meadow. But during a race at summer camp, nothing goes as planned and Buster gets tripped up.After his epic fall, Buster’s older sister, Ivy, helps him see that failure is an opportunity to grow. As Buster remembers God’s love, he is able to let go of others’ opinions and accept that it is okay to try your best but not always be the best.Enjoy this reading of Buster's Ears Trip Him Up, read and illustrated by Joe Hox.Joe Hox specializes in book illustration and fine art. He is on a mission to help make great stories come to life with playful, ...

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  • The Green Ember by S.D. Smith

    Friday, January 24, 2025

    Enjoy this reading of the prologue to The Green Ember series by S.D. Smith. Meet Heather and Picket - two extraordinary rabbits with ordinary lives. Calamitous events overtake them, spilling them into a cauldron of misadventures.They discover that their own story is bound up in the tumult threatening to overwhelm the wider world. Kings fall and kingdoms totter. Tyrants ascend and terrors threaten. Betrayal beckons, and loyalty is a broken road with peril around every bend. Where will Heather and Picket land? How will they make their stand?The Green Ember Series is a bestselling middle-grade...

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  • Trapped in a Hot Air Balloon by Mark Wainwright

    Friday, January 17, 2025

    When a hot air balloon ride goes terribly wrong, siblings Jenny and Cole find themselves soaring thousands of feet into the cold Colorado sky.In the basket of the enormous balloon, they must overcome their differences and safely land the runaway hot air balloon. This unforgettable flight will captivate your imagination and inspire your heart.Join Jenny and Cole on their trip of a lifetime as they learn to overcome fear, exercise faith, and extend forgiveness.Enjoy this reading of Trapped in a Hot Air Balloon by Mark Wainwright...Mark Wainwright loves adventure. That quest to see new sights,...

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  • Lost in Comanche Country by Erin Casey

    Friday, January 10, 2025

    A moment ago, Mariana was trying on a Native American headpiece in Zany Zia’s Hat Shop. Now she’s running scared through the Wild West.How did she get here? And how did she get caught in a feud between Comanche warriors and a cowboy out for revenge?When Mariana went to the circus, all she wanted was a friend. Now she just wants to go home before she gets eaten by a mountain lion.Welcome to Zany Zia's Hats to Where!Lost in Comanche Country is the second book in the Zany Zia’s Hats to Where adventure series. Middle-grade readers (8- to 12-year-olds) who love time travel, historical fiction, f...

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  • The Long Shadow by Phyllis Wheeler

    Friday, January 3, 2025

    What if a fourteen-year-old boy from present-day white suburbia finds himself fifty years in the past, fighting to survive a freak storm in the woods and afraid to accept help from a black man?Once the two learn to trust each other, Richie learns about the traumatic event that shaped the man Morris’s life: the lynching of Morris’s grandfather in 1923. If Richie can go back in time again and prevent the lynching, will Morris come in from the cold?The Long Shadow is an anti-racist time-travel story for 10-to-14-year-olds. "This compelling and engaging story is a must-read!" - Rob Currie, auth...

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  • Lost Locket of Lewes by Ilona Holland

    Friday, December 27, 2024

    What would you do if you uncovered a real locket from 1880 on the beach?Join Virginia and Rodney as they discover a world that spans two centuries. Traveling through time, they unravel the mystery of The Lost Locket of Lewes, Delaware.This book combines facts with action to keep you turning the pages while learning about Lewes, Delaware, and life in the 19th century.Dr. Ilona E. Holland spent over a decade of her professional life teaching at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In addition, she conducted evaluations for PBS producers of programs like Martha Speaks, CyberChase, Where i...

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  • Christmas Hippo by Lisa Williams

    Friday, December 20, 2024

    It was the end of a long, snowy shift on Christmas Eve, the type of ride every bus driver dreads. Tidying up his bus, the driver discovered a tiny hippo on the dirty floor. He knew he would have to try locating the little girl who left the hippo behind. Despite his efforts to reunite the little girl with her lost hippo, it would be the bus driver’s wife who would point him in the right direction!Since Day One, Lisa Williams has always told God that THE CHRISTMAS HIPPO was His story - to do with it what He wanted. She can certainly attest to the fact that God has done AMAZING things with the...

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  • Children's Bible Stories for Bedtime by Julie Lavender

    Friday, December 13, 2024

    Snuggle up close with these best-loved children's Bible stories filled with dream illustrations and timeless messages of faith. In this book, you'll learn about the many ways that God loves you and continues to watch over you. As you get ready for bed, rest assured that He is always with you - from morning until night, and even while you sleep. Children's Bible Stories for Bedtime features: stories from both the Old and New Testaments for kids ages 4 - 8 in a clear, easy-to-understand style; simple reflections at the end of each story to help kids understand God's Word and how it fits into ...

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  • The First Starborn by Bryan Davis

    Friday, November 22, 2024

    After learning that her father is still alive, Megan Wills embarks on a rescue journey with her newly adoptive sisters, Crystal and Zoe. Their destination is Beta Four, a frozen prison planet, where he was exiled because of a false charge of space piracy.Megan is constantly chased by Camille Fairbanks, the widow of Admiral Fairbanks, who blames her for his death and, for some unknown reason, wants to capture her father as well. Megan must avoid deadly dangers on Beta Four and other planets as she zooms through space following clues that her father left for her.The trail leads Megan to Gamma...

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  • The Beastie of Brambly Bald by Amanda Cleary Eastep

    Friday, November 8, 2024

    Book Five in the Tree Street Kids Series: Jack Finch’s plan to gobble up tons of turkey over Thanksgiving Break and work on the Tree Street Kids’ fort has been foiled. Instead, the Finches are traveling to the mountains of North Carolina to visit grandparents Jack barely knows.Thank goodness his best friends Ellison and Roger are coming with him to the cabin on Brambly Bald mountain. But something is lurking in the forest, and soon Jack uncovers a secret bigger than Bigfoot.When the kids come face to face with a real threat, will Jack find a way to protect his friends?Jack braves danger, fi...

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  • Hunger Winter by Rob Currie

    Friday, October 25, 2024

    Hunger Winter: A World War II Novel is the thrilling story of one boy's quest to find his father and protect his younger sister during the great Dutch famine of World War II!"Sometimes you have to take a chance, because it’s the only chance you have."Hunger Winter is intended for children between fourth and eighth grade. Kirkus Reviews calls the novel "a gritty but hopeful wartime thriller."Author Rob Currie did extensive research on events happening in the Netherlands during World War II – and the result is an enthralling story which captivates both young adults and children. Some of the d...

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  • Dino Hunters: Discovery in the Desert by Peter Leavell and Ken Raney

    Friday, October 11, 2024

    Siblings Josh and Abby Hunter don’t believe their parents’ death was an accident. After taking pictures of the most incredible find of the 1920’s—proof humans and dinosaurs lived together in the same time and place—desperate outlaws armed with tommy guns are on their tail! Only Josh and Abby know where the proof is hidden—in the canyons of Arizona’s desert.When an intruder searches Josh and Abby’s bags inside their new home, the two convince their uncle Dr. David Hunter to return to the canyon and find the pictures they’d hidden. But the outlaws are just as eager to find the proof before Jo...

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  • The Voice, The Revolution & The Key by Jenny L. Cote

    Friday, September 27, 2024

    Patrick Henry said "Give me liberty, or give me death!" Before they were Founding Fathers, they were Founding Children. ENJOY this reading from The Voice, The Revolution & The Key by Jenny L. Cote, author of the five book Epic Revolutionary Saga and the Epic Order of the Seven Series!The Order of the Seven must help birth one nation under God by entering the lives of a unique generation of children chosen to become the Founding Fathers of the United States of America. Nigel must ensure that Benjamin Franklin's kite-flying efforts succeed to turn the key to unlock American Independence. The ...

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  • Road Trip Rescue by Becca Wierwille

    Friday, September 13, 2024

    Twelve-year-old Kimmy trusts dogs more than people.After all, her dog Bo never made fun of her for having one hand. But two years ago, Bo disappeared.When Kimmy stumbles across a magazine photo of a dog in upstate New York that looks just like Bo, she knows she has to find him. Her parents seem oddly unsupportive, but pink-haired, adventure-hungry Aunt Skylar agrees to a road trip with a stop in the Adirondacks. Kimmy jumps at the chance to bring her furry family member home.Unfortunately, Aunt Skylar’s idea of a road trip isn’t the rescue mission Kimmy had in mind.Enjoy this reading of Roa...

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  • Alien Invasion by Elias Mask

    Friday, August 23, 2024

    Alien Invasion is about the life of Elias, an eleven-year-old boy, who is an only child looking for adventure in his ordinary life. He and his pet rabbit encounter a strange man from outer space! Elias’ mother insists that the alien is actually his Dad. But Elias doesn’t believe her.Afraid that this alien will take over his Dad’s place and win the affection of his mother, Elias enlists the help of his best friend to blast the alien back to outer space.Elias Mask is a 12-year-old author who loves to encourage young kids to read and write. He has a 154 IQ and has won several awards. The mayor...

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  • Breakout by Joleen Steel

    Friday, August 9, 2024

    Are you tired of being inside? Ready to breakout and explore God’s world? The Camping Stick Kids sure are. Join them and read along as they explore the great outdoors and discover that God is king of all the air, all the land, all the water, all the forests, and all the creatures. Then stick around for great projects like building a bird house out of a cardboard container, creating a paper boat, and making your very own slingshot. When you’re all done having fun outdoors, come on inside and learn how to draw things such as, your own bugs and critters, engage in some family devotions and pla...

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  • Voyage with Vikings by Marianne Hering

    Friday, July 26, 2024

    While visiting Mr. Whittaker at Whit’s Soda Shoppe, Beth and Patrick find a mysterious letter in the Imagination Station requesting a Viking sunstone. The letter is old and says that someone named Albert will be imprisoned if the sunstone isn’t found.Mr. Whittaker sends cousins Patrick and Beth to Greenland circa 1000. On their quest for the sunstone, the cousins meet Vikings Erik the Red and Leif Eriksson―and find the sunstone as they join Leif on his first voyage to North America.But the adventure is just beginning, for when they return to Mr. Whittaker’s workshop with the sunstone, there...

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  • Mystery in Rocky Mountain National Park by Aaron Johnson

    Friday, July 12, 2024

    Before Jake’s grandfather died, he was on the trail of a centuries-old mystery. And he has entrusted that mystery to Jake, leaving behind a set of hidden codes, riddles, maps, and other clues that lead Jake and his friends on a scavenger hunt into the heart of Colorado’s wild and rugged Rocky Mountain National Park.Through twists and turns, the mystery unfolds while Jake, Amber, and Wes learn about survival skills, natural history, integrity, character, and friendship.While camping in Rocky Mountain National Park, they discover they are not the only ones on this quest. An elusive shadow gro...

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  • Jack vs. the Tornado by Amanda Cleary Eastep

    Friday, June 28, 2024

    In the first book of the Tree Street Kids series, 10-year-old Jack is shocked to discover his parents are moving from their rural homestead to the boring suburbs of Chicago.Full of energy and determination, Jack devises a plan to get himself back to his beloved farmhouse forever.Only three things stand in his way: a neighbor in need, a shocking discovery, and tornado season.Will Jack find a solution? Or is God up to something bigger than Jack can possibly imagine?The Tree Street Kids live on Cherry, Oak, Maple, and Pine ... but their 1990s suburban neighborhood isn’t all quiet, tree-lined s...

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  • Our God Is Bigger Than That! by Michelle Medlock Adams and Eva Marie Everson

    Friday, June 14, 2024

    Our God Is Bigger Than That! begins as the sun rises on the farm, and baby farm animals face their individual fears throughout the day.All discover a simple truth―God’s much bigger than their fears. As the sun sets on the farm, the farmer’s little daughter is headed to bed, yet she is afraid of the dark. She faces her fear, too.The same repeated stanza: “God’s greater than your greatest fear. He knows just where you’re at. No matter what you face in life― Our God is bigger than that!” continues throughout the book, with only “the source of the fear” changing in each spread.Enjoy this readin...

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  • Zoey’s Zany Life by Mikayla Lowery

    Friday, May 24, 2024

    Zoey Song cannot catch a break from quirky mishaps and hilarious accidents. The redhead is as warm-hearted as they come, but trouble follows her everywhere. Zoey also puts up with a little-miss-perfect twin sister and friends who seem to have everything they want. Can Zoey find a place in her world where life isn't unbearable? Let's just say, the sixth grade becomes quite the journey from self-loathing to self-confidence.Mikayla Lowery was born in China on August 23rd, 2005 in a large city called Chong Qing. Someone took her to an orphanage where she stayed for a year. She was blessed beyon...

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  • Purple Panic by Ella Shine

    Friday, May 10, 2024

    Princess Gina's owner is very fussy, but Cassie and Lina think they'll be able to care for her guinea pig just fine... until Gus runs off with the pet-sitting instructions, and Princess Gina can't even be seen!Kids age 5-8 will adore this fresh new series for emerging and independent readers featuring best friends, magical pets and a grumpy, talking cat, with plenty of action, mess and adventure, and a sprinkling of the unexpected. Ella Shine is a pen name for authors Penny Reeve and Cecily Anne Paterson who have created Purple Panic and five other Pet Sitters stories. Penny is the author o...

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  • More Than Your Mountains by Whitney Ward

    Friday, April 26, 2024

    Did you know God made you MORE than your disease, and He has a purpose for you?No matter how many needle sticks you get that make you shout “Ow!” or scary tests that make you want to scream or cold waiting rooms you have to sit in that make you feel small - God sees you, your bravery, and the MORE He created you to be.Whitney Lane Ward is a public speaker and writer who encourages audiences to overcome their circumstances. As someone with a disability, it is her wish to give hope to others with illnesses so they will scale the mountains they face.The author’s disease began when she was a li...

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  • The Real Heros Journal by Joleen Steel

    Friday, April 12, 2024

    What does it take to be a hero in God's eyes? 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 tells us we must: "Be on guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong, do everything in love." Welcome to The Real Hero's Project. Here you will find a story about three princes who’s father, the king leaves them in charge of the kingdom. Before he leaves the king says, “My sons, be vigilant, stand firm, be courageous, be strong, and do everything in love.” Soon, the youngest prince discovers his father’s words are more difficult to achieve than he thought, as he embarks on a journey to rescue his brothers form...

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  • Dragon Seed by Marty Machowski

    Friday, March 22, 2024

    Nick is an angry teen, with a desperate mother, who both miss his father - and a shadow is lurking in the background.Things are going from bad to worse after another argument with his mom, when she gives Nick a handwritten, leather-bound copy of a very old book—a family legend passed down through generations...The book, called Dragon Seed, leads Nick deep into his family’s legacy and introduces him to another angry young man who lived in the shadows!Enjoy this reading of Dragon Seed by author Marty Machowski, a Family Life Pastor at Covenant Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. He...

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  • Path of Totality by Heather Kreke

    Friday, March 8, 2024

    Jadzia Mills never wanted to become a killer, but when World War III comes to American soil, Jadzia is torn from her family. Forced to join the military, she fights alongside her best friend. When he is killed by a Zealot, Jadzia disappears to reunite with her mother and brother. Alone, she embarks on a perilous cross-country journey trying to stay ahead of those desperately trying to find her. Help comes in an unexpected way when she meets Ryker and his group of survivors. When Ryker insists upon helping her, Jadzia's mixed feelings toward him only complicate her goals. Can they work toget...

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  • Coop Knows the Scoop by Taryn Souders

    Friday, February 23, 2024

    The whole town is talking about what's buried beneath the playground...Windy Bottom, Georgia is usually a peaceful place. Coop helps his mom at her café and bookstore, hangs out with his grandpa, bikes around with his friends Justice and Liberty, and is determined to live up to his dad's legacy. Windy Bottom is full of all kinds of interesting people, but no one has ever caused a problem. Until now.And somehow, Gramps is taking all the blame! It seems like there are a lot of secrets that were buried in their small town after all...Will Coop and his friends get to the bottom of the mystery a...

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  • The Oasis King by Mark David Pullen

    Friday, January 12, 2024

    Dylan, Jack, and Tripp are looking for adventure, but when they find an entryway into a magical land, plagued by the malevolent Stranger, the cost of their new, exciting journey might prove to be too much.While on vacation at their grandmother’s farm, cousins Dylan, Jack, and Tripp learn of a long kept family secret and the power of wishing on a star. The boys are swept away to the Valley of the Oasis—a strange, primal paradise, where monsters and danger lurk around every turn. They find refuge with a lone hunter and his dogs, who have lost track of time and appear trapped in this magical l...

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