This book is a survival guide for new teachers
"Teaching in the trenches” is an expression used to describe the obstacles and battles that teachers encounter in the daily classroom environment. This book has been written by a teacher with thirty years of teaching experience. She shares the hilarious and heartbreaking accounts of her journey as a tea...
This book is about the neighborhood my family was raised in. It was a community that had everything a whole city had in a twenty-block area. All other communities came to Sunset, Texas, to shop for all their needs. This book consists of events that happened in Sunset, Texas, that will make you laugh your heart out. Most of the people named in this book have ...
Here's a strange mixture of religion and fanaticism…
Love and murder…
Deep within the pages of the Moser family book lies a secret. The leather-bound book sits high upon a shelf, quietly gathering dust because most of the Mosers aren't very interested in what's gone on long ago. They're busy going to work, raising their children, an...
There is an old cat who has no name. For some odd reason, no one has ever given him one. He answers to the name of Noname though.
As a winter storm moves in, Noname tries to make his way to Bird Scratch Ranch. His plans on sitting out the storm warm, dry, and with a big bowl full of food are suddenly at risk as he finds himself surrounded by coyotes. ...
In the early 1900s, major change had little effect in the outer fringes of civilization. Survival of the fittest still rules, and a boy of sixteen is now a man. Such a man retreats into the wilderness in hopes of finding answers to his future. He experiences the life in a harsh land where trust is earned, and each day presents its own set of hardships. There...
Cousin Albert has a joy for life but also that adventurous spirit that starts out fun but ends in disaster....
Everyone knows that fruit has seeds. When we plant those seeds, they grow and produce more of that fruit. The same is true with our words. Words are seeds that we plant in our children every day. So it is extremely important that we speak the right words over them.
Jesus Makes Me Fruit-Tabulous is a book designed to do just that. Speak words of life o...
The “good girl” ran from the dysfunctional family as soon as she was old enough and for thirty years climbed the corporate ladder and shied away from commitment. One day, she began to look out her Houston high-rise office window dreaming of an adventure.
She stepped off the ledge and gave her two-week's notice and then ran off to Europe with her s...
Each one of us has a plan that God has allowed in our lives, which may include suffering, loss, disease, disabilities, abuse, hardship, rejection, and persecution, and you are left with asking God many questions: Why? How long? and Where are You? After your battle is over, and the dust settles, you will have your answers and even wonder how you are still sta...
A children's book depicting the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand with a little boy's sack lunch. It is written from the perspective of the boy providing the lunch and reveals the emotions and excitement of him seeing Jesus and the initial skepticism of his mother regarding the miracle his little sack lunch played.
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People are often frustrated with trying to figure out how to receive God's best for their life. But God has created a system of which we can tap into in our time of need of any sort. Just as the world has a system that uses currency as a means of exchange, the Kingdom of God also has a certain currency that is used to obtain blessings in our good or otherwis...
Every day when I wake up I acknowledge God in all my ways, so he will direct my life. I also pray that he will bless me with a spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. I thank God for blessing me with his Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit lets me know that God will direct my life....
Jill Watson, RN, was also a travelling nurse and wildlife photographer who happily combined her two loves for several years. Emergency medical assignments in picturesque areas of the country afforded her the opportunity to pursue both of her passions—the best of both worlds. The combination worked successfully for years. In her most recent assignment in Es...
This book was written while in devotion to God and the Holy Spirit. As the author was inspired, she wrote and she prayed that whoever read what she had written would be inspired to seek God and serve him wholeheartedly....
Have you ever picked up a poetry book ~ with the intention of buying it ~ only to find that nothing seems to make any sense? Within this book you will find sense and common sense and a hefty dose of sensitivity. If you like poems that actually rhyme, you will be delighted.
It is a compilation of the author's experiences, lessons, insights an...
In college, a sketchbook was purchased for use in a fine arts class; but gradually, it fell more and more into use as the written recipient of recordings of struggles and laughter. The work is a snapshot, or sketch, of evolving circumstances....
This book is the story of my very real struggle with suffering. Before I was a Christian, I never questioned “why?” As a young teen, I was incarcerated in the Milwaukee County Juvenile Detention Center. Homelife had been terrible; this was much worse.
In the book, I share some of the steps I took to try to understand God in my life, eventu...
What the world needs more than anything else these days is a chuckle. The source of that chuckle may not be that important but the reality of that chuckle is.
For many years, James has written a newspaper column across the United States entitled “Out to Pastor.” His articles are filled with humorous snippets of banter with his wife, horseplay with...
This book tells where mankind came from to begin with, how he got here, what his purpose is, and what his destiny is. It also tells that we are in a bubble in the middle of a lake of water and how that happened. It takes you back to the bubble that existed before this one and to the third bubble that already exists, where mankind will spend eternity....
Following God's plan Noah has built a great ship called an Ark. He has been chosen by God to gather two of every animal and take them onboard the ship with his family.
Among the animals are two doves. Celia and her mate Percy. They know a great storm is coming and that the earth will be destroyed because man has become so evil.
Looking around...
A tapestry needs both the light- and dark-colored thread to compose a powerful image, just as life is made up of our joys and sorrows which are woven together as each generation grows. God's grace is generational and he has the pattern as the master weaver who pulls together all the threads on life's loom. Without the past threads, we wouldn't have the futur...
This book is all about you learning to distinguish your voice from God's, so that you can respond immediately when he taps you on the shoulder to do whatever he wants you to do in any of the relationships in your life. It will also help you to recognize that those people are not in your life accidentally, but have been designed as potential divine encounters...
On My Way Home is part-memoir/part-inspiration and insights drawn from the author's life experiences to highlight the practicality and power of surrendering one's life to the government of biblical principles: faith, love, obedience to God's Word, and intimacy with God.
At eighteen years old, Dencle's journey takes a sudden, dramatic turn, and what be...
This book features Dixie, a young horse. Dixie is growing bigger and stronger but still needs her mother to comfort her and help her with some of life's lessons. Mama horse does her best to be there for her youngster and teaches “horse sense” along the way. This book tells the story of Dixie's big disappointment and Mama's best advice about dealing with ...
Dr. Trevor Knight has left the dry heat of the Arizona desert, only to find himself in the hot and humid dangerous swamps of the Louisiana bayou. Time to relax, to enjoy the sights and Cajun food, the music, and the laid-back mood. However, things have not worked out as he had hoped. Major Wilson of the Louisiana State Police is in need of his services, and ...
Do you try to live your life as a Christian but find it is sometimes almost impossible?
Living as a Christian can be hard to do in our society because God's teachings have been forgotten by many like the forgotten schoolhouse of years past. The Forgotten Schoolhouse: Original Poems and Stories on Faith, Love, Nature and Wonder is a collection of spiri...
Eve Searle has led a life filled at different times with danger, adventure, fun, and a zest for living.
Born in 1934 in what was then Czechoslovakia, she lived through World War II and the Russian front and then moved with her parents to British India, only to get involved in the horrors of the Indian civil war following the end of British rule and th...
At thirty, Jim Wiggins was just finishing college, still dating his high school sweetheart, and content with his life. That is, until the unexpected arrival of an old torn photograph and a French reporter's journal sends him off on a daunting adventure. Presented with a ticket to China along with the old journal and torn picture, he is reluctantly tasked wit...
The Success System is a descriptive outline of and prescription for what makes a person successful: 1) how you are successful already; 2) how that works; and 3) how to apply that to productivity, work performance, standards, schedules, self-evaluation, and much more. The Success System is a “factor and system” book loaded with information on how success ...
I wrote this book for all the children who have lost a loved one but need a place to make sense of it all. They have so many new feelings, both good and bad, but with newly learning the world they can't figure out all these feelings. Losing a loved one must be one of the most difficult of emotions to process. It doesn't have to be scary, and they don't have ...
Marriage is an interesting trip. Never think that you're by yourself on the journey. Married people all over the world are having the same frustrations, questions, and challenges that led you to this book.
The goal is not to insult your intelligence by minimizing the complications of life and marriage through comparisons to elementary schooling. I hav...
The slant-roofed chicken coop only had three sides, but it would work until her father was home long enough to build a real house. Even though it had a dirt floor, it was definitely an upgrade from sleeping in the car. A Life Worthwhile––No Life is Ordinary is a true story that chronicles the life of a young, East Texas girl as she cares for a sick and d...
Over the past thirty years, Cresselle has dealt with domestic violence, sexual assaults, a suicide attempt, homelessness, and many other traumatic experiences spanning back to her childhood. The poems in this book have been written over the course of her life and are inspired by the things that she experienced or observed. The topics vary from things in ever...
This simple and sweet story is based on true events and a real toy. Hamer is a gentle and adorable little plush seal who thinks he is a “poor little thing.” Sadly, he finds himself in a situation that leaves him lonely and afraid. Just when he is about to lose hope, he decides to look up. What he sees could change his life. Join Hamer on his first advent...
The fate of Free-Stance Assembly rests within the hands of a young man named Devin Richards. Although young, he has the ability to hear from God when no one else can.
Arriving at Free-Stance, Devin encounters one startling revelation after another and discovers a buried treasure which years of spiritual decline had hidden from view.
Could it be...
This book contains poems about faith and character that are fictional. Humorous and inspirational book intended to brighten ones day and remind us why we are all Gods children. These are various accounts of my childhood and how I came to know about the Lord. Every poem in the collection, I hope will both bless and inspires all who read them. I tried to tell ...
Joshua Kite was raised in a home with strong family values and lives a self-righteous life. He is on his way to climbing the corporate ladder, checking off the boxes for success as he goes. His world turns upside down coming face-to-face with mental and emotional struggles and three interesting characters as his supporting cast. Are people in Joshua's world ...
Do you have dreams? Are you paying close attention to your dreams? And if so, do you believe what you see in your dreams will come true one day? According to JOB 33:14–17, dreams are a way for GOD to speak to us. Well, in my book called MY DREAMS, I give my readers a personal and in-depth look into the dreams and visions I've had since I was young. The pur...
This book is to show that all people can have a relationship with God. Jesus the one Christians say is the Messiah, the one we worship. The answers to life's questions are in The Holy Bible. This is where I do go with my problems....
My daughter wanted a pet she could hold. My aunt had purchased a parakeet for my cousin, and they were enjoying the pet. We lived in a village with under three thousand people, so we could certainly not buy a pet there. Ten miles north, there was the town of Bloomington, Illinois, which had two shopping malls at that time. One of them had a large Woolworth s...
Dear sweet momma,
My hope is while reading this book to your child, your soul will feel inspired and your mind will be put at ease. When reading these words to your child, you will be professing your love—and more importantly, God's love and promises—over your child, which will bring joy and love to your heart and home.
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Short Stories predominately treats the characters' problems and disappointments faced in life. The work is primarily inspired by the author's growing up in a small New England mill town and his service in the Navy.
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This book explores the ancient Persian's knowledge on hydrologic cycle. They knew that rain and snow are the source of rivers, springs and ground water centuries before the Europeans. The book also presents a historical review and method of construction of kareezes (qanats) which are not only far more wonderous and genius works of ancient man, but they are a...
An Emotional Journey Humor and Hope Through Breast Cancer is a cartoon book drawn with a unique humorous twist on an emotional journey of breast cancer patients. The chapters are broken into the stages a person undergoes: discovery of the cancer, surgery, radiation, chemo, and finally, the happier days after all treatments.
Heather did not back away ...
Have you ever watched the news and been so haunted by a story that you had to know more about those involved? In the documentary film Irreclaimable, this is exactly what happens to Justin Toppins.
For more than a year, he sets to learn about the dark world of sex trafficking. He sits down with the victims, sex workers, and even law enforcement. He sta...
Uncertainty plagues each of the three main characters. Although individually, all have suffered losses and setbacks they harbor a strong desire for a brighter future.
The two adults, Simon and Claire are stubborn and opinionated seeking to make their own way. Whereas, Jasmine, Claire's daughter searches for greater freedom.
Even though Jasmine...
If God isn't your focus, then you have no way of measuring your progress against a standard you haven't yet set for your life.
—Steven Furtick
It takes the right kind of reflection to lead too resolution, and you can't take someone where they want to be, unless you know the voice inside of their heart that they trust, learned Mr. Raimundo.
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Angels Never Say Goodbye
Is a compilation of notes, letters, and reflections,
and learned behavior over many decades, for my grandchildren and you.
It is my hope that lessons I learned, sometimes the hard way, will be passed on to people of all ages.
All proceeds will go directly to the Wounded Warriors Project to in turn help...
Observing my son's situation in dealing with cancer, some of the kids at the hospital my son was treated at would refer to the cancer as a monster. Daily I would pray for my son and the other children as well. Get Out, Monster means, “Get out, cancer,” that everyone would be healed in Jesus's name....
There are almost no words to describe the love Mother Bear feels for Little Bear. She uses an example from nature to express her feelings. They share a special time together. She is able to let him know what her heart is feeling....
I was inspired by God to write a book to help people in their everyday life struggles. We all face different circumstances each day. Sometimes we know what to do, other times we don't. This book will help you to know the answer when the problem arrives. Not only will you be enlightened and grow spiritually, but you will also be able to read the answers for s...
Cat and Lily Pray for Workers: Children's Prayer Poems tells the story of two sisters named Cat and Lily who describe to God their family and the people they have met in their community. In a poetic prayer, they thank God for the people in their world and the lessons they learn. Read their stories or have your children read to you as you travel and pray with...
Rayne is a strong independent woman who runs a ranch with her father. Changes in town and family circumstances force her and her childhood rival together, but her stubborn pride has a mind of its own and sparks fly.
Jake has unknowingly fallen for her over the years; their love is just starting to bloom when a misunderstanding could tear them apart. T...
What would you do? Remember the popular ABC-TV episodes! This book begs the same question. Employing instinctive humanitarianism as a modus operandi is the challenge. At the core of instinctive humanitarianism is goodwill, benevolence, humaneness, righteousness, and Godliness—doing the right thing!
As God-fearing creatures, what are the most meanin...
What is a Jesus home? A Jesus home is a home that is Christ-centered. It follows God's design for marriage and family. Each member of the family must do his part to keep the home a Jesus home. God designed family to reflect His love and unity. In today's world, it appears that many people have abandoned the scriptures. In this book, we will look at the Bible...
This story began on October 10, 1953. It is truly a testimony of the sustaining power of God in a trial-filled life. A life in a severely dysfunctional childhood family leading into a challenging adulthood. The events written in the book are only highlights and are written to show how the presence of God's Holy Spirit led me, carried me, and comforted me dow...
Pastor Leonard J. Buchanan Sr., affectionately known as Pastor Buck, was a high-spirited minister with unconventional aspirations. One night in 2036, he dreamed he was the leader of a group of Christians who had colonized the moon to create a sin-free environment. After he awoke, he believed God had directed him to fulfill the dream and create a land...
The book I Trudged describes the author's life, going from a path of almost certain death to a life without complaints or regrets. The word “trudged” in the title implies that the journey was not an overnight event and that it wasn't always easy. His journey took him to eight countries and sixteen states. He describes the ups and downs in his recovery th...
Scriptures for Love delves into the subject of God's love for his creation and for you. It answers a number of questions such as these and more,
• What does the Bible mean when it says that “God is love”?
• When God says to love your neighbor as yourself, how do you do that?
• How does God's love for you manifest itself in your...
The main character's name in this story is Cheddar, the “wild” cheese. He has gotten lost and needs direction on how to get home. Cheddar has to not only read the scriptures to find his way home but believe in the Lord Jesus Christ to save his lost little soul. Cheddar finds forgiveness for his family and ends up finding the joy and peace that comes from...
Have you ever felt different, strange or just plain weird? That's wonderful! This book celebrates uniqueness in a rhyming style that makes it a fun read for children of any age. It describes a variety of quirks with a “That's wonderful!” at the end of each page. “God made you perfect in every way, your strangeness is what makes you strong.” I hope ev...
It's Christmas Eve day, 1963, in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Eight-year-old Becky Chalmers leads her three younger siblings on a journey to introduce baby Susie to Santa. At home her father is creating a magical cotton tree and her mother is preparing for the Christmas Day celebration. The story takes the reader back to a simpler time when a child's freedom to ex...
Friend, you are beloved, you are one who is loved! God desires for us to repent, to turn from our sin so that through Jesus Christ, our lives can be reformed. He wants us to believe, to be convinced that Jesus Christ is Lord and accept Him as the truth. I encourage you to seek Him until you find yourself lost in His love. Learn to fight the good figh...
Battling alcoholism, depression, and trauma by surrendering to Christ and having a daily spiritual connection with God.
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This book documents my unique, firsthand experiences as a spiritual warrior for the Lord Jesus Christ. For the past fifteen years, I have been battling evil entities in the spiritual realm, and thanks to the Lord, I have successfully overcome them. To begin, the Lord had to teach me how to enter the spiritual dimension and travel outside of my physical body....
This story begins in the year 2030 as our lead character is an eighty-five-year-old man who lives alone in a modern world. He has outlived his wife and most of his friends and family. One evening as he sits down in front of his TV, he falls asleep and awakens to find himself in the year 1961. He thinks he is having a dream, but it is one that is so vivid and...
From the abundance of her heart,
Her mouth speaks.
If you listen carefully
You'll know she's not weak.
The lessons she learned
And the knowledge she earned
Didn't come cheap.
They cut her, and cut her deep
Her heart became the best candidate
To be God's perfect story host.
But ther...
A wise man once said, “We don't lack ability we lack incentive.” Living with the End in View supplies a treasure trove of incentive for daily living while empowering the reader to escape the tyranny of the here and now. As the Bible concludes, Jesus's final admonition to the church in Revelation 22:12 instructed, “Behold, I am coming quickly, and My re...
The kingdom of Night sits on the southern side of the treacherous Black Peak mountain range—safe, secure, and mysterious. For reasons unknown to Grand, the kingdom on the other side of Black Peak, the Knights of Night, raid their unprotected villages year after year, taking the young and able people, then burning everything else. Two hundred years ago, Gra...
This is the story of two young people deeply in love with each other.
Matthew and Penny first met in high school and had been in love ever since. They planned to marry in June, six months from now. However, two days before Christmas, Matthew received a letter from his commanding officer, telling him to report back to the base the day after Christmas. ...
You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you.
—John 15:16
My Sister's Walk with God is fruit borne of years of faithful prayer and obedience
to the calling placed on Pam from Jesus Christ...
A Fairy Celebration is about a fairy celebrating her birthday. She learns the most important presents in life are your friends.
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Let your imagination soar as you follow Michael on an adventure to the moon and back. Michael is creative in how he can get to the moon. He makes new friends along the way. We hope you enjoy this story of creativity, fun, and friendship.
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In The Cock and Bull Story Mary Fey uses a fictitious cock seeking advice from a bull that has walked through similar circumstances to express God's principle of love and forgiveness in difficult circumstances. “This is my commandment that you love one another as I have loved you” (John 15:12).
-Reverend Robert John Cericola
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“Teach them the difference between the holy and the profane, between the clean and unclean. Teach them all the word God has given” (Leviticus 10:10).
Emeralds, sapphires, diamonds? What do precious gems have to do with God? Everything, if you study the high priest breastplate and decode the message. Proverbs 25:2 says, “It is the glory of God to...
One Christmas Eve is a beautiful modern-day love story about three couples (in different stages of their lives) finding love in God's timing.
It's romantic, yet every chapter glorifies God Almighty!
Amanda Matthews and Nicholas Lone Horn, now in their thirties gave up on finding love, but God had other plans for their future.
Two of the ...
One morning after a wicked storm makes a mess of one small town everyone is upset except one old pirate. This pirate is named Patches McStuffy and as he looks at the sea of trash all over his front yard he has a brilliant idea. He realizes that this trash can be recycled and turned into a fortune. Patches now wants to grab every recyclable in town as quic...
This book contains many stories about my life, from when I was born at home near Girard, Texas, to the present time. Almost everyone around Girard, including my family, was very poor when I was born and many years thereafter. It was not easy growing up in the late 1930s, 1940s, and early to the middle 1950s. It is also about my family, schoolmates, friends, ...
This imaginative tale brings a bewitching perspective to friends who come together in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
Through his child‛s eye, John Vorsheck III presents diversity as it should be, natural and understood, as these whimsical characters celebrate their friendship by sharing, caring, and playing together. His first book will captivate an...
Caregiving for a family member with special needs can carry a heavy burden for many who are not equipped or prepared to provide such care. Many families become overwhelmed and relationships suffer as a result of fatigue and hopelessness. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls from explorers who have already traveled this road ahead and can guide you to a place of T...
There are many great things in the world to see and love. So many things to like and try, so much that can pass you right by! Two is better than one, so let's come together and share what brings us lots of cheer, from bedtime to playtime and people we hold dear. Family is great and friends are fun. Let's explore airplanes, jungle gyms, and animal races…let...
Earth's final war in 2171 sends the remaining members of humanity spreading away from its home system. The Antares, mankind's last great exploration vessel, is lost. After nearly a thousand years, humanity has fallen into a constant state of war as the old animosity continues unchecked, and the race of men slowly descends into a selfishness where life and fr...
Lila Brennan and her two siblings travel across the vast frontier to find a place where they can belong, a place to call home. Dying of starvation, they are stumbled upon by kind strangers who invite them to join their isolated town. Having selflessly cared for her younger sister for the past decade, will Lila be able to step out from behind the shadow of he...
Kyndle Redwood has known nothing but life as an exile, so when an opportunity arises for something different, she less than willingly takes it. She could never have imagined just what that choice would mean. Follow her adventures in this exciting novel about struggle, faith, and love.
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This is the inspiring story of how one mother and her family had a positive impact on more than four hundred children over their twenty-five years of fostering. Learn about their passion and how they welcomed hurt, scared, and troubled children into their home at all hours of the day and night and cared for them like they were their own. From newborn babies,...
Love Letters From GOD, The Father and Messages from The Holy Spirit of GOD within the pages of this book are all His Letters from His heart to yours, such as: “Who are these? ‘They are the children I love. They are the ones whom I redeemed. These are the ones I died for. These are the ones I am coming for.'”
The Lord is personally pouri...
As a newborn, Daniel was kidnapped from his parents in Owego, New York, and placed on the porch of an Amish family in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. He was raised by an Amish family until he turned twenty-one years of age, when an article in The Budget, the Amish newspaper, changed his life forever.
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A BEAUTIFUL LIFE IS …
The life of a baby born in a manger among His creation,
beautiful feet that walked dusty roads sharing love and truth,
and hands that healed to become hands that bore nails.
Eyes of forgiveness looking at humanity ...
The year is 2060. New ideas and science have changed our world considerably. Mankind has been thrust back into prehistoric times after the world dramatically breaks in two. Dr. Shany and his team of scientists try to find a way to return the earth to modern-day civilization all over again.
The World Into is a journey beyond journeys that will take you...
In every nation of the world, both developed and developing, adolescence is a unique, intriguing, and special developmental stage. Adolescents face challenges and issues such as the strong desire to be independent from the apron-strings of parents or caregivers, self-esteem, academic competencies, relationships, physiological changes in their bodies, and fut...
Desmond takes pride in being a big brother. It is bedtime, and he is trying to tell his brother the greatest bedtime story ever. There's just one problem. Can you help him?
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Kate's cousin, Maggie Marie, has come from the city for a visit on the farm. Kate finds Maggie annoying, and other than their age, she doesn't see that they have anything in common. Kate's mother encourages Kate to look at Maggie Marie the way God looks at us, from our hearts. An adventure in the woods changes everything. Kate realizes that she has misjudged...
Diana had a wonderful life with a husband and children until everything changed. Life is like that; it flows along, and then, you hit the rapids. There would be many times that Diana would have to reinvent herself enduring many life changes. The truth is, she was very blessed and had the opportunity to live many years with a man who would be the love of her ...
Christian Dating Rules are for men, women, young, and older who find themselves dating in the twenty-first century. Whether you're black, white, purple, or green with yellow polka dots, this is the way everyone should date. Although the title states “Christian,” you do not need to be a Christian to read and follow the rules. Dating has changed a lot over...
Have you ever been confined in a place where you couldn't get out? Were you alone? Did no one come to help you out? Being enclosed with no sign of escape drains your strength, makes you fearful, and you lose hope. You could be a prisoner in jail, a person with a disease, in a life of poverty, someone who is tied to a wheelchair, in a dead-end job, or in a fa...
Little Anna has been diagnosed with cancer. She is scared, and so are her parents. Then she remembers something her Sunday school teacher taught her. What was it? Can it get her through this scary time?...
The title, What Remains Behind, is taken from a Wordsworth poem that speaks of grieving and finding strength in what remains behind. For Shelley, what remains behind are memories, grief recovery, a sense of purpose, spiritual and personal discovery, and a surprising joy.
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Today is Bennet's birthday! He is so excited and in such a hurry to go to his party that he keeps overlooking important tasks he must do to be ready to go. All the while, his mother keeps patiently reminding him to “Wait a minute, Bennet, first things first.” Bennet learns not only about patience but also a lesson about not getting ahead of himself. He d...
Stepping into Scripture is designed to teach you how to immerse yourself into God's Word. You will learn to take a scripture passage, construct a flow chart, and then write what God spoke to your heart and what God taught you. Stepping into Scripture is a resource book designed for clergy, lay speakers, Bible study teachers, Sunday school teachers, accountab...
Born and raised in the Midwest to a low-income family, Martin was raised in a racially diverse culture in the unforgiving and yet unbreakable town of Flint, Michigan. Having never met his biological father and having been adopted at a young age, Martin grew up in a religious family that often failed to practice what they heard preached on Sunday.
Jour...
Colleagues called him, “Wheeler Dealer.”
He added, “For the Lord!”
Some said, “It's impossible. It can't be done!”
Harrison would say, “Don't tell me it can't be done. I can try!”
This is a biography of Harrison Hayes Pike based on visible manifestation of our miracle-working God in the life of an imperfect man ca...
Anthology is just a big word for collection. I have included a variety of poems, essays, prayers, and acrostics to increase the reader's faith, lift spirits, and promote laughter and encouragement in the soul. I hope the reader will enjoy the words that tumble down from these pages, for it is only by God's grace and love that they are possible.
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WOW Mom A Walk with God: Mom's Bible Study is just for you. Becoming a godly mother is the most important journey you will ever take. Ellen Mongan has walked down the road of motherhood for over four decades. This journey birthed her ministry. She is a woman of wisdom, teaching the younger generation how to navigate their own unique path of motherhood.
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This book tells the story of: how one's life, simultaneously guided and sustained by God, could still enter, an in-depth journey, with excruciating hardship & trials to face, throughout an unknown period of time.
Mark 1:12, 13
It is the moral climax of depletion; “yet” a story of unyielding faith, that God will have the final say about thei...
Bring your work into the light. What if God has been waiting for all eternity for you to partner with him to transform your work, leadership, workplace culture, and life priority? What if fleeting success at work can be transformed into lasting fulfillment? Work in the Light is an inspiring, working-person's guide to God's real meaning and purpose for work....
Two of our basic physical needs as humans are for food and drink. God, our creator placed within us a trigger switch that lets us know that our body is hungry and or thirsty. This happens in our natural bodies. That same principle is operating in our spirit, the part that God gave to every human. This spirit has a longing that only He can completely fill. So...
Khalli Davies has been training at Berger Lake Ice Center for just a few months, but that short time period was all she needed to fall head over toe picks for figure skating. Khalli trains with one of the best and toughest coaches in the area—Coach Marie—and Coach Marie has high expectations for Khalli!
Even though she is just a few months into th...
Louise Rosenblatt: The Essence of Civility is a philosophical, scientific, and practical justification of Rosenblatt's argument that struggling with words develops the mind to cope with ambiguities of reality.
In 1938, Louise Rosenblatt wrote about literature and exploration and addressed an ancient dilemma. The problem was introduced centuries ago w...
Makaela Mouse was swept away from her home in a huge flood. She met some animals who said they would help her to get back to her home, but things kept going wrong. Would Makaela ever see her family again?
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Day of Daydreams is a book to inspire kids everywhere to reach for the stars, to take time to dream. Basically, to be kids.
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This is the story of a lost little kitty who is cold and hungry and looking for a forever home. She finds a kind lady who loves her, but some bad raccoons make her life very unpleasant until the kind lady comes up with a solution....
“The Blessings of a Tentmaker” is a story that has influenced the values and outcomes of my life and the lives of my children and grandchildren; it has had a similar great impact for good on hundreds and thousands of people around the globe! This book is not simply about ministry, it is a book of family stories. What is fascinating to realize, as I've re...
Having faith and using it is essential towards pleasing God. God has given every man a measure of faith. Without faith we often fail to see God's miraculous power demonstrated.
Jesus Christ the same yesterday and today and forever (Hebrew 13:8) is absolutely a true statement! He is looking for people who will allow Him to work through them so ...
Mr. Longstory Meets Mr. Longstory will help provide children with self-confidence and parents with another option to help get their children to sleep in their own beds. Mr. Longstory is brave, helping to rid closets and below beds of those imaginary beasts. When Bobby runs into his parents' room convinced there are monsters in the closet and under the bed, h...
The last weekend of May 1944, a saboteur is finalizing his plans to destroy the town of Scarlet Tanager, Kentucky, and its coal industry for the sake of his reputation, the fatherland, and the Fuhrer. The innocent will suffer, the uncommitted will cower, those who care will rally, blood will be spilt, fuses will be lit, and the Earth will shake.
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The story is about a little boy and his adventures with is ball, Bouncy! What kind of adventures can a little boy have with his beloved Bouncy?
“Fly! Snowman fly!”
The snowman flew out the window and out goes Bouncy too!
This is classic story to read with your children to delight, entertain, and always dream!
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“Raising Parents—A Journey of a Lifetime” is based on Renee's real-life experiences with her parents after their retirement and their move across country to live with her fulltime. This journey starts with Renee and her parents learning how to be three adults living together, striving to keep the respect of a parent and child relationship intact and en...
The Sense of Geese: Next time you see geese heading south for the winter, flying along in the V formation, you might be interested in knowing what science has discovered about why they fly that way. It has been learned that as each bird flaps its wings, it creates an uplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in a V formation, the whole flock adds ...
Celete and Camile, both college students from different backgrounds and beliefs, face dilemmas of the choices to make. When they find themselves after noticing the earth that they once knew had changed, both students will face their own destiny and have to make their own decision because both of them had to realize what they once heard about the rapture had ...
In the year AD 1492, North American was already a populated wilderness, abundant in natural resources sought by foreign conquerors. They were known as explorers. Wealthy societies were already developed by educated Indian tribes with knowledge of navigation, weather patterns, and astronomical cycles.
One of the most exciting explorers (Christopher Col...
His home is invaded by mice. Everything he does to rid his house of the furry freeloaders makes things worse. His problems are solved in a snap when he discovers the solution is as close as the nose on his face.
Snap was written as a word confection to tempt the literary palates of young readers. Humor, rhyme, and sprinkles of alliteration co...
Ramblings of an Old Poot
I have always enjoyed a good story and loved to listen to my parents and grandparents tell the tales from their youth. The stories were always voiced but not written and with age, the memories of the tales fade and become obscure. This collection of short stories are mostly true events during my life to date. Perhaps my childr...
This heartwarming story book is the first in a series of adventures about Midnight the Rescued Little Kitty Cat and the little girl who loves him so much.
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Beyond Compatibility is a primer for engaged and married couples on the development of genuine love that will last a lifetime. It differs from many marriage books in that it moves past mere compatibility in pursuit of the biblical dynamics of enduring love and three-dimensional intimacy capable of withstanding the changes that life deals us all. Compatibilit...
This story was written first for enjoyment, but it took a turn to incorporate two important messages. The truth sets you free! When we hide something from another, whether intentionally or not, it puts a stress on you and you have to keep covering the truth. As the medical field will tell you, stress is the number one killer. It cheats you out of days of you...
Over many years, the author, inspired by thoughts of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, has written this heartfelt and joyous keepsake for her children and family, and hopes her words can also provide comfort to anyone during a troubled time in their life.
The Lord put these words into her heart, and they are words meant to be shared.
To my chil...
Jax, a young dinosaur who didn't look quite like his family, discovers why God created him the way he looks and what special gifts he has to help others.
Come with Jax on his adventure to discover how God makes each of us to love and help others in our everyday life—at school, home, or play.
I John 4:7 Dear Friends, let us love one another, ...
If you are three or ninety-three, you will enjoy these short stories of family life on a rural farm in Northwest Montana between the years of 1939 and 1958.
They tell of living during World War II, going to a one-room school and worshipping in a fundamental church, the innocence of childhood, and the trials of the parents.
These stories are tru...
“I got to know JoAnn when I joined band in the eighth grade…I grew to value JoAnn's common sense and her unflappable good humor. She was dependable and totally trustworthy with my endless stream of “secrets.”
“When she went away to work in Washington DC, I missed her profoundly…She had fallen in love with Bob and planned to marry h...
Dalton moved far away from town and the only friends he had. Now, he is on the search for a new friend, but the animal kind. He loaded up his red squeaky wagon with cages, bottles, and canning jars, clanging; and this is where his journey begins. He walked into the deep, dark woods behind his home, and he met several friendly critters. They explain to Dalton...
This biography has thirty-one chapters, over eighty thousand words, and over two hundred illustrations, photos, or diagrams. Billy Graham, the world-famous evangelist, once described his wife, Ruth Bell Graham, as the world's greatest Christian. Stan Berg, the author of June's biography, is convinced that June is the greatest Christian that he has ever known...
New Creation Ecology is a heart appeal to fellow Christians to consider environmental stewardship as a vital part of their relationship to their Creator, Jesus Christ. The new birth is the vital link to knowing his presence spiritually as well as by asking the beasts of the field, the birds of the air, the earth, and the fish of the sea where he enjoys the e...
Destiny is at a crossroads in her life, her marriage, and her faith in God. Her marriage is in jeopardy, because her husband has betrayed her love by having an affair. This incident leaves Destiny questioning whether she has the strength to grasp the threads that are left of her marriage and whether or not she is capable of holding on to what is left of her ...
This book is primarily for the Christian, but anyone who reads its pages will be enriched by its content. All should understand the full and complete gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Christian's hope, when fully understood, is the greatest promise ever given to any being in all of God's creation. When the good news is revealed, it gives the believer what...
Immerse yourself and become a part of the Deremer family who left behind a very comfortable lifestyle in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, to raise their children near the untamed frontier in Mansfield Woodhouse, New Jersey. Begin your journey in 1774 and share in the happy times, hardships, and often heartrending events that helped to make America what it i...
Puedes encontrar a tu alma gemela en la persona que menos esperas, puedes encontrar un mundo que creías que solo existía en los libros de fantasía. Jenell y Cassie encuentran un mundo de lobos y vampiros en personas muy cercanas a ellas. Sin esperárselo, encontrarán una familia y a sus almas gemelas....
Why do I have just a Mom?
Kids have emotions, we see it all. Just because we don't say it does not mean we don't.
When a little girl starts to wonder why she has only a mom and not a dad, she tries to solve the puzzle and starts observing her friends. She starts seeing some of her friends who only have a mom just like her. She s...
Birthday Puppy is about a small girl who had ask for a puppy for her birthday and was excited about having him become her best friend. Eddy, the puppy, is upset because he thought he was only visiting Blake and could not understand why Blake was not taking him back to his mother....
Books are an important tool, creating both interest and entertainment. They are also one the many ways to broaden new horizons for young children as well as adults. This story follows Myron the Mantis and his blooming friendship with a new bullfrog in town… ...
An inside look into one man's true life testimony. That God's never-ending presence of love, grace, and compassion is for all humanity. No matter one's location, one's occupation, and especially one's situation. For understanding where my Jesus might be is the only thing that set me free.
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As I look back on the tragedy of a family of seven being torn apart with both parents gone within a year of each other, it is almost unbelievable.
As time passed and I turned fifteen, a lot of changes were taking place in my life. When I was given an opportunity to get out of the situation I was in, I felt that anything that can be better than this, ...
God Loves You is about reflections to deepen the practice of your faith. Life is our pathway and Jesus is our teacher if we allow our Lord into our heart, mind, and soul. The youth of today are our future! I have been a religious teacher for better than thirty-six years at the grammar, middle, and now high school levels. Some of the resounding questions that...
How is it possible for a young boy to face so much tragedy and look into the eyes of evil and
still manage to come out on the other side with only scars? How do you carry the scars and go on to
spend thirty years building a strong marriage and raising the most extraordinary kids? There's only
one answer. This book will take you on an inc...
After a leisurely day of fishing on the banks of the Columbia River, a strange and alarming sound completely alters the lives of Jerry and Mary Anderson. They never dreamed they could have the strength and stamina to do the things that they were forced to learn just to stay alive.
Their discovery of a dead body on the river that day leads them to the ...
Steven J. Cole refers to the Apostle Paul's spiritual experience as described in Romans 7:14–20 (KJV) as the merry-go-round of sin. It is an experience that I believe every child of God is subject to as a result of the evil in our world. The crust of it is this: “For the good that I would do I do not: but the evil I would not do, that I do” (Romans 7:1...
“My Addiction wants me dead, but it wants me alone and isolated first.”
Addiction is a chronic illness, there is no physical cure, and the statistics are on the rise at a staggering pace. There is only treatment. Addiction, medically speaking, is just like cancer or diabetes. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Illicit drug use i...
After forgiveness, what mankind needs most is encouragement, and there is no place where hope can be found like the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. In Hopeful Messages from the Bible: An ordinary Man Finds Meaning Volume 2, Rich Holland shares more of the encouraging messages of God's love, redemption, and provision, that he began in Hopeful Messages Vo...
How will Queen Clarion and the fairy council react as Pixie Hollow is turned upside down by the presence of a human? Will the discovery of an ancient fairy legend be enough to convince the council to allow Peter to stay in Neverland?
Dreaming of Neverland reveals the long-hidden secrets of Peter's past, including his first encounter with Tinker Bell a...
Aunt Melanie and the Family Secret
It is the summer of 1951 in Tucson Arizona. Thirteen-year-old Kaitlyn has just lost her mother. She is being sent to a small rural town in South Carolina to live with an elderly aunt that she has never met. Her mother was the only family she ever knew. She is being torn from the only home she ever knew and loved.
Just imagine for a moment if the earth was not really round, like everyone thinks. Imagine if you sailed west, and eventually, you would sail off the edge and fall for miles until you suddenly, in a bizarre moment, landed unhurt on a completely different planet. In this new world, there are creatures, people, and landscapes that are only legends on the earth...
The Christmas Coat Miracle is a story about a compassionate young boy whose opportunity to help a poor young girl was missed. He bought her a coat for Christmas and learned she suddenly moved away. The coat was donated to a local charitable organization. However, the coat somehow made it to her, and they both uncovered the coat's journey many years later. Wh...
Jessica is a first grader who has an illness. Her classmates do not understand this sickness, so Jessica wants them to know that she is just like them. She is touchable and enjoys doing the same things they like to do....
David is a very special octopus, ready to tackle school, bullies, and the sea world. This story helps to teach us that we are all different and unique. Our words can be very powerful. We should use them to lift each other up. Be an encourager and accept what makes each one of us so special.
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At home and in church, we teach our children about God's existence without addressing the confusion that may be felt by the child on the receiving end of that message – leaving a child wondering, but where is he if I don't see him?
We may not be able to see him in his physical form, but is it possible we can feel him or see glimpses of him in the be...
A Short Survey of the Bible presents an overview of each book of the Bible in plain English. It is intended to be used as introductory and background material for each book to increase comprehension of the Bible as one cohesive story of God's plan of redemption for mankind. It is a great tool for those new to Bible study, and can also serve as a reference ...
This is a recovery story about a Micmac woman named Melody Paul. She is from the Canadian province of Nova Scotia in an island called Cape Breton, famously known for its beautiful trails. She was raised in Eskasoni. Eskasoni is one of the largest native Micmac tribe reservations in the world. Growing up in her native culture/community, she struggles to adapt...
What happens when a chemical vat suddenly goes on the fritz? A prolific spawning of impish mischief....
When her beloved daughter, Jessie, took her life three weeks before graduating college, it left the family and all who knew Jessie stunned. Jessie was a vivacious, privileged child who was dearly loved, and she was raised by a loving village, but even that was not enough to get Jessie through her darkest night. Jessie's mom had written letters to her daughte...
The Master Plan is an autobiography of the life of a girl who grew up in the fifties and follows her through the realities and problems of an early marriage at the age of sixteen.
The story is a prime example of how one can, with the help of God, emerge from disappointment, the death of a loved one, and the sorrow of divorce.
She ultima...
The book 2045 is a glimpse into a possible future for humankind. It challenges many of today's accepted mores regarding religion, race, sexuality, nationality. In fact, anything that separates us and calls for us to acknowledge that only together can we solve the problems that plague the planet.
Although it largely speaks from an “enlightened” Chr...
There Once Was a Little Boy is a tale about a boy who makes an amazing boat and loses it. Read to find out how he gets his boat back.
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The e book peeks into what goes on in the lives of youth
sports and the different roles each participant plays. It
explores what parents/guardians commit to and sign
up for. Those new to youth sports may use it as an
information tool. The seasoned may consider it a simple
read as they relate to some of the experiences. Addi...
A seventy-year-old physician watched a small frazzled, deathly ill diabetic dog take its last breath. He was overcome with a sudden inexplicable feeling of loss and bewilderment. After a lifetime of experiencing hundreds of deaths in the emergency room, in the war zone, and of friends and family, he was suddenly obsessed with developing a better understandin...
Do you like to read a good bedtime story anytime? Would you like to be invited into the wacky life of a young squirrel on his first solo adventure in Woody Acres? Are you ready to become his shadow while he discovers, explores, and finds fun with friends and trees in this whimsical wilderness? Do pictures draw you in and capture your attention? Will you jump...
The book is reminiscent of a Shakespearean tragedy depicting how a series of wrong decisions can lead to a complicated life. It highlights the consequences resulting from those decisions and emphasizes the agony from the perspective of the one whose life is on the wrong track.
It is a lesson in futility with focus on the struggle to correct the wrong ...
In a grade school classroom, furnished sparingly with a potbellied stove and several pull-down maps, and long before smart phones and Google, Lila and Violet discovered that they could communicate silently across the Ethernet with no notes or wires needed. Lila, bright and earnest, lived by the book and was held in place by earth's magnetic spin while Violet...
On the day of Jesus's crucifixion, there was a large crowd, yet it looked like he was all alone. However, there were two other crosses that day. A thief was hung on each side of Jesus. The two thieves had the choice to believe who Jesus was and ask for his forgiveness. The other option they had was not to believe and choose to die in their sins. These are st...
Gigi wakes up sluggish and goes through her morning routine of coffee, prayer, and journaling from reading in her Bible. She thinks of how sluggish sloths appear to be and looks on the internet to learn more about them and shares in a fun and informative manner what she learns. She ends up realizing why she was sluggish and what she can do to change that. Gi...
When your best days of your life turn into your nightmare. This is what happened to me and my wife on our honeymoon in Italy.
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Does God exist? Can we know God? These questions are but two of many that represent the mysteries of life. The greatest minds in the fields of philosophy, theology, and science have wrestled with these questions over the millennia looking for definitive answers. Their responses to these two questions have been profound and persuasive. Yet, in spite of the p...
Daniel Jameson McKenzie is a widowed forty-six-year-old college professor whose youngest daughter, Amanda, is kidnapped while on a mission trip and carried away by men working for Ramón Duarte, a known drug and human trafficker. Frustrated when the US Government refuses to help, Daniel takes matters into his own hands.
He assembles an unlikely team ...
Dizzy is an exuberant and fearless lady, an eighty-year-old “free spirit” who likes to help people and share her love of life with them. While looking for her missing cat, she meets a homeless man half her age, and they strike up a friendship. They go on a trip together in her newly acquired car—despite her children's warnings—and have some adventure...
The little skunk is very lonely because none of the animals want be his friend. Every day he searches the palm forest but goes home sadly without a friend. Until one day he gets an amazingly beautiful surprise!
It is the author's hope that children will love the story of The Skunk and the Peacock. It is also her hope that parents will love its meaning...
This book is about God's unconditional, steadfast, and everlasting love for each of us. Each page offers an individual message, insight, talk, or devotional. Each message reminds, encourages, and empowers us to believe and trust in Christ and His abundant love. With God's help, each message equips us to step out of our comfort zone, trust in Him, grow in fai...
Every baseball team wants to win championships, but only a few do so. “Those who are not champions still strive to have a winning season. However, some teams finish the season with a losing record.” There are 162 games in the major league schedule. No team in history has won them all. There are 162 devotionals in The Winning Season. They deliver biblical...
When you are the second or third son of an established family in England in the early 1600's, it is often best to strike out on your own and make your own fortune.
And this is what John Savage did, sailing to colonial Virginia with only a letter of introduction as a bookkeeper to a tobacco planter. The attractive daughter of the planter (Susannah) s...
Everyone knows fairies are supposed to fly and lightning bugs are supposed to glow, right? This is a wonderful story of a friendship that begins when the two main characters are having a rough time with some life challenges. Lexi, a fairy, had an accident and clipped her wing. She cannot fly because of the accident. Bug, a lightning bug, cannot seem to find ...
As the youngest and smallest of all the Komodo dragons, Kamille never expected to receive such an enormous task. How would she ever reach the Palace of Light to rescue her colony from danger?
Join Kamille on her journey through the dark forests, steep ridges, and high mountains as she discovers that the inward fight is often more difficult than the ou...
With many books, the title will arrest one's attention but equally true, it will often be the name of the author. Since this author is a relative unknown, therefore no name recognition, the title chosen for this book is of first importance.
The title speaks of a plan predicated on a certainty, a certainty from infinity. What could such a plan mean? Wh...
Inspector Bugs follows a very special English Bulldog who wants to help others. Together with his friends, Penny the Parrot and Mrs. Waddles, Inspector Bugs can crack any case and find any missing friend!...
Ramblings of a Sheep Farmer, by Milissia Owens, is a collection of writings reflecting on daily farm life and friends. The poetry is descriptive of personal friends, pets, or anything that can be seen around the farm. The poem “My Sabrina” is all about her daughter at age nineteen. All poetry is rhyming, some very serious and some humorous. Readers may, ...
I have learned a lot from my dad, simply by how he lived his life. His example set the blueprint for me. From my earliest memories until now, he's been a guiding force in my life. I was very fortunate to have someone like him setting a light to my path. And while the journey wasn't always easy (whose is?), it was filled with love and laughter. By example, he...
Allison Swanson felt her life was arranged the way it was supposed to be. She was a professional woman in her early fifties who accepted the daily routine of life: working and coming home to her two beloved cats. After one failed marriage and a bittersweet romance, she felt “safe” with her existence.
That all changed when she met Daniel Kelley, a ...
Is there any cure to selfishness? Could there ever be a way to get rid of it?
The Redeemed Ranch animals search out the answers to all these questions in their wacky adventures on their fun-loving farm. Beauty is wrapped up in selfishness and fine with where she is. When she attacks a yotie pup out of greed, her animal friends know they have t...
Warning!
The book you are about to read contains scenes from the life of a not-so-smart young man. We do not recommend catching wild raccoons by hand, angering the elderly, angering your wife, taking opossums to parties, sailing in thunderstorms, or getting stuck upside down in a hole with no pants on. All these things may be hazardous to your health....
Sammy is scared of the storm raging outside her grandmother's house. Her fear is calmed when Grandma shares a story from her childhood.
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Born in Japan from samurai lineage, Chica Tadakuma Sugino was raised by a wet nurse and brought to America as a young girl on the aspirations of a father chasing after the American dream. Suribachi is the autobiographical story of her remarkable life.
It is the story of how culture, immigration, war, racism, faith, family, and love intertwine and impa...
Around AD 116, with early Christianity under extreme pressure, Roman Emperor Trajan condemned Bishop Ignatius, of the Antioch church of Syria, to execution by lions in the Roman Coliseum, for Ignatius's refusal to recognize Trajan and other Roman gods as deities, and for proclaiming Yahweh, and his son, Jesus Christ Incarnate, the only true and living God. T...
Nine Decades with Jesus was chosen as the title because I believe, without a doubt, that Jesus has been with me from before my birth and throughout the nine decades of my life.
Closer than a brother, Christ was always there to pull me back during my weakest moments. Knowing that Jesus is at the right hand of the Father would mean that Jesus's right ha...
The Sovereign Rose of Morbid Lore is the fictional account of a spiritual journey, characterized by a flower. In this case, a morbid rose that experiences metamorphosis and is transformed into an alternate life form. More specifically, an introspective bicyclist that reflects and assesses the meaning of its own life. From the beginning of life to the end of ...
On March 9, Kendall Shrum left jail (again) and headed back to life on the streets of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Four months later, while panhandling on an interstate bridge, he offered a suburban commuter a tattered piece of paper onto which he had written a joke. That one simple exchange between a donation-offering-commuter and a joke-offering-panhandler se...
In the summer of 1960, a ten-year-old girl was playing with her sister in the living room of their Midwestern family home. That was not so unusual. What was unusual was the image on the black-and-white television screen that caught her eye. It caused her to stop dead in her tracks. It was just a commercial, but she didn't want to miss a second of it! It was ...
The Heavenly Flower Shop is a cute little story about a flower shop on the South side of the rainbow. It is a story about the Black Magic Rose, which is known as the deceiver, and how the deceiver wanted to destroy all the flowers that work in the Heavenly Flower Shop. If the Black Rose succeeds in deceiving the flowers, the earth will not receive any of her...
This book is about who I was after my father, a successful and prominent physician, took his life by hanging himself in the psych ward of the same hospital where he had walked the floors taking care of patients for years. I began this journey trying to find the meaning of life for me. I was forty-five at the time, and suddenly everything, I knew and believed...
Blame Yourself! is a book that takes a wider look at self-improvement, covering the development of the body, mind, and spirit individually then holistically. It defines these in a way that's direct and simple but also gets to the central philosophies that underpin these concepts. It explores ancient religious and philosophical ideas and correlates those to m...
Listen Lambs to Thee is Susan Bristol Brewster's second title of the Listening Lambs trilogy. Join the author as she navigates the adventures and challenges of life on a Connecticut farm. Perseverance, faith, love, and humor carry family and friends through captivating circumstances and engaging life experiences. Readers will be intrigued and inspired by thi...
For two millennia, the church has pointed its finger at a lost and hurting world and repeated the words of Christ, “You must be born again.”
Join with me as I learn what that truly means.
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They were American families of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. They settled in Bristol, Pennsylvania, seeking a better life. Times were sometimes prosperous, sometimes not. They lived with the same issues we do in the twenty-first century—immigration, substance abuse, and the emerging role of women in society. Take a look back and enjoy ...
Jerrod Jones has created the world's first true virtual reality where people can work and play as much or as little as they like. Its birth cry was Places—New York, where anyone anywhere in the world can experience all that New York has to offer. Businesses, governments, and people, rich and poor, are all caught up in the excitement as life as they know it...
We need to get back to simple basics. I borrowed Donald Trump's campaign slogan and rephrased it to emphasize the exciting idea, Make the Bible Great Again.
The Bible expresses the solutions to every problem facing people today. If we teach the application of the biblical principles of faith, healing, trust, confidence, and optimism, we will experien...
We Are King Solomon is a historical narrative of the historic King Solomon Baptist Church of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Nestled in the hills of historic Vicksburg, Mississippi, the King Solomon Baptist Church is the oldest Black Baptist Church in a city of historical churches.
We Are King Solomon expounds on the people, places, and events instrumental i...
For nearly eight decades of life, I have not witnessed a single change in the nature of humans but recognize that all humans possess the same cognitive “traits and characteristics” di¬fferentiated only by scale or degree. Environment and opportunity influence these (not nature). Briefly, this book was prompted by what I would refer to as the audacity of...
Canyon has turned his back on God, who had slammed a door shut on his life when his twelve-year-old sister died. Two months later, although still reeling from the tragedy, Canyon is finally ready to give God a chance to take his sorrow and comfort him. Minutes after making that decision, he's wrongfully accused of the murder of a police sergeant in his south...
Hello, my name is John Lee, and you have in your hands a copy of John's Geo Doodles. I have been designing and drawing this type of geometric doodle since 1980. They were always for my enjoyment only. Now that adult coloring has been exposed for what I have known it to be for decades, as great, relaxing fun, I have deceived to share my joy with the public. I...
A living lost soul in this book can be a life from the old life to a born-again new life in Jesus. This book is my life of darkness without Jesus, but when Jesus touched me, I was free to worship and praise him for giving his life for me. I was that person walking in the darkness and now have seen this great light (Isaiah 9:2). This light has shone, do you w...
The story of a State prison bloodhound, the guards named Bozo, that was scheduled to be destroyed because of his failure to follow commands and considered dangerous by prison guards. Bozo's journey from tracking men to trailing white tail deer with a young boy that gained Bozo's love and trust in the South Alabama river swamps. Bozo and Me is an exciting, ad...
We all experience two types of stress: (1) the stress we seek and (2) the stress that seeks us. We bring the first type on ourselves through poor lifestyle choices or poor thinking habits. The second type comes to us through life circumstances: accidents, abuse, and trauma.
The first type is more common and contributes to chronic stress. The second t...
“I don't like the dark either. Mom always says that we shouldn't be scared. She says that there is nothing in the darkness that isn't in the light.” Lexie put her hand on Isaac's shoulder.
He turned and looked her in the eyes, his fear obvious. “She lied.”
After their little brother is captured by a dark sorcerer in an attempt t...
When God asked David how he was doing, he answered that he didn't have any hope for change. A head-on collision with a semi put David into a coma. But God had another plan. Walking out of the hospital a new man, he now attempts to share his life as a testimony of the power available to us through Jesus Christ....
Muddy Puddles is a funny, heartwarming children's story about two cousins and the puddle adventure that they get into one spring day on the farm. Who loves muddy puddles? Who gets stuck? Who saves the day? Do you know? Read this exciting story and find out!
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Sissy and her little brother, Tommy, are off to an adventure. When they close their eyes, they find themselves at the gate of heaven. As they wander down the street of gold, they meet Adam and Eve, they see the baby Jesus being born, they meet the disciples, and they see Jesus in person.
As they watch from afar at all the things these people are sayin...
Danny was born with significant disabilities in the 1960s, an era where having a child with a disability was not to be discussed. His wonderful family had to make heart-wrenching decisions during this time. Danny made an impact on the author when he was just a baby, and his story has been shared with hundreds of audiences. The Dannys of this world deserve th...
This book will encourage children to see that they are loved no matter what. See how God encourages the animals to not let their insecurities stop them from being great. God can do the same for any child.
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Happy birthday, baby Jesus! The little church in the woods is all abuzz as they get ready for the big birthday party. But what's this? A stranger in the church. The wind whips up and Pastor Jim disappears. How can this work out to be the best day of the year? Read Jesus's Birthday Party and find out how Christian comes to the rescue....
Just what is a SWAT mentality? This question has been posed over and over while this book was in development by those who were curious if a SWAT mentality was something they, too, could learn, develop, and apply. And if learned, could this mental advantage help our fellow law enforcement, firefighters, and other first responders in their daily jobs serving t...
Time has a tendency to change things. Notice that:
• We don't have a horse and buggy anymore. We have vehicles.
• People don't carry bag phones anymore. People have phones in their pockets, in their hands, etc.
• You don't see many older guys wearing long hair anymore.
• There are medical advancements.
• There are...
These are the stepping stones of my life.
Everyone has stepping stones to walk on as we
cross from one shore to the other in the river of
life. Until that time comes when we can walk
with Jesus in heaven on the streets of gold....
This story about Muffin's adventures is based on the real-life experiences of the author's beloved dog, Muffin, an Old English sheepdog who went through life thinking of herself as always, a puppy! With puppy playfulness, she seemed to enjoy all kinds of adventures including running away, hiding, and befriending other animals. See what happens when Muffin wa...
As the topic of diabetes continues to sweep the news cycle, Ampofoh is determined to raise awareness about the disease and help people take control of their health. She was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of twenty-eight.
During her long period of nursing career, the author took care of many elderly diabetic patients, including famil...
S.M.-Siobhan Murphy was brought up in a loving family environment by her parents-Peter and Molly. She realized her childhood dream of becoming a doctor having graduated from McKenna Medical College. Her romance with Patrick Piasso culminated in her marriage with him. Soon after, she faced a daunting task of balancing her professional endeavors with her famil...
Houdini is a lovable lop-eared rabbit. He has faith that his mother always tells the truth. When his mother tells him that he is going to be a very special rabbit, he believes her.
One night, during a barnyard emergency, his mother's words ring true. He finds the courage to use his gifts for the benefit of his friends. He had always believed that he w...
Ever hear the notion that Science and Religion are in two different worlds, and they have nothing to say about each other?
Well, that's just pure BALONEY!
Come with me on a journey through Science. We will have a fun time seeing God in Science, hopefully while not getting buried alive in technical details.
Is there a more important quest...
The stuff of life is a kaleidoscope of joy and tragedy—wonder, happiness, disappointment, hope, failure, and victory. The writer is an observer and interpreter. All fiction is reality and truth that has been marinating in a writer's creative juices until that moment it demands to be told. Read on…everything in this book is true.
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Mordecai keeps track of Walter's kind acts by putting marbles in a jar. Once the jar is full, Mordecai determines he can trust Walter. ...
Big Ugly Confession: An NFL Wife and Concussion Driven Domestic Violence showcases a one-of-a kind verbal screenplay of the domestic violence and abuse she and other unnamed NFL players' partners experienced during life in the National Football League. The book is a documentary novel. Dr. Gray contends that the domestic violence discussed was purportedly bro...
Tommy the Taxi Driver is an uplifting story about a New York City taxi driver who loves his job. Tommy is a happy guy who makes people forget about their problems, befriends them, and then sends them on their merry way. It's a fun read with great illustrations that will excite you about who you may become friends with when you least expect it.
In the beginning of May 2011, the world received news that one of the greatest manhunts in history came to an end. A wounded nation breathed a sigh of relief at finally receiving much-needed closure. A private investigator hired to find a missing person is led on a trail of intrigue and danger as he makes startling discoveries that challenge the misconceptio...
The “essential question” and “impetus” which drives my book is the critical question: Why are our families, to “include” the Christian family, in such disarray? This short yet potent work provides the reader with the meaning and composition of the family as God sees one of his most valued institutions: “the family.” When we endeavor to allow ...
When brothers Brett and Blake return home from flying kites with their friends, they agree to take care of a parrot named Roscoe while a family friend is out of town. The next morning the sneaky bird unlocks his cage and flies to school to observe his caretakers and other children. While at school, Roscoe notices one big kid bullying other children and decid...
Protecting the most valuable asset worth billions! My diary while living on and protecting Iraq's Oil Platform in the Persian Gulf, by a U.S. Navy Veteran....
This is a story of pain, agony, and torture suffered by those afflicted with ALS. It is also a story of hope, love, and inspiration. There has been a heightened awareness about this illness recently but much is left to be understood about it. There is still no cure for it. While it is a limited recollection of my personal experiences and in no way presumes t...
Jeff was a normal thirteen-year-old boy, but after losing his dad, things were never the same at home. After a family argument, Jeff ran away, finding himself in the forest where he met a gypsy. His life will never be the same.
Join Jeff on his personal journey as he meets his crew: the Z-Pups, Nova, Grey, and Becky!
As a team, they sto...
The story that follows is one woman's struggles both with regard to conflicts with the larger society and within the culture of the family. From her early experiences entertaining the Japanese troops right through her educational and family experiences she is encouraged to adapt, to fit in. How does an independent thinker with strong ideas and dreams work ou...
A story about a turtle named Little Piggy. Little Piggy is the much-loved pet of a little girl named Maggie. Maggie chose the turtle's name because of its voracious appetite—she'll eat just about anything—and Maggie paints that name on the turtle's shell in her favorite frosty pink nail polish. Life is good for Little Piggy living in Maggie's mother's ga...
From the Pacific Islands, across Asia, to the Himalayas, and to Africa—from remote places to big
cities—by jumbo jet, by small plane, by ship, by train—God directed Cherri's steps. She said, “Lord, I want to
go where people are hungry for your Word!” He answered her prayer! Her journal records her struggles and victories
and th...
Beginning in the turbulent times of Protestant ascendancy in Ireland and ending during the tragic years of slavery in America, this fifty-year saga tells the story of my great-grandfather, Joseph Thomas Gorman.
From the small Irish village of his birth, to the streets of Cork, to the great city of New York and beyond, this compelling story takes you o...
Do you feel you have gifts, talents, and dreams that are being lost in the shuffle of daily life? God is calling you to a place of obedience. He has gifted you with skills only you possess. The question is, are you willing to say “Yes, I will” to him?
Yes, I Will not only challenges you to uncover what God is calling you to but also demands you to...
This book is nonfiction and is about a man who was raised without love and was born and raised into a lifestyle of abuse, fornication, hatred, drugs, domestic violence. He became full of rage, anger, self-hatred, and an alcoholic. He didn't have a father in his life, so he didn't know whom to turn to for good advice. He was in and out of jail most of his lif...
Acts 17:11 tells us that the Christians in the church at Berea willingly received the Word of God and daily searched the scriptures in order to determine the accuracy of the things taught to them. Similarly, Something to Think About: Things Not Taught in School looks to the scriptures in order to determine the accuracy of the teachings presently presented to...
Without contacting family or friends, strong-willed-and-not-afraid-of-anything Dora grabbed her ever-ready overnight bag and fled her home of forty years and checked into a local hotel. She had no intention of sharing her home with “it.”...
The Stickman's Understanding of Redemption, Salvation, and Blessings was born out of a desire to simplify overly theological rhetoric. A stickman is the ultimate representation of the simple truth of the gospel. So simple having no true form, but complex begging an explanation of just how could such a figure function lacking the muscular and skeletal frame n...
In looking over my life, it's interesting to realize how often some luck has been involved. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay area led to learning to love the Pacific Ocean and to getting to attend Sequoia High School in Redwood City, a school that I later realized had prepared me for winning National Championships, and medals in two Olympics. Our family's...
These Scriptures helped us look and go beyond the shallow and medium waters.
“And when He had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “Put out into the deep waters and let down your nets for a catch [and when they did this, they had caught a great number of fish]” (Luke 5:4–6, comment mine). Also Luke 5:4, “Push out into the deep waters.”
“It is not what life brings that makes the warrior, but what the warrior does with what life brings.”
Dancing in the Storm is the echo of a warrior mother dancing in the middle of the battle that every parent with a special child must face. It is a story of overcoming the adversity with a new perception of hope. It is an eye-opening experience for...
This story represents the struggle many children in foster care live through in a “fairytale” version, because every child deserves to feel loved.
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The activity of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer is for his or her benefit to enable them to fulfill all that God has planned. His power and presence give each person the ability to accomplish things that may be beyond their natural abilities. He gives an advantage through revelation of the will, plan, and purpose of God for the demonstration of His...
“My Silent Life” was written from the perspective of a seven-year-old boy who has apraxia and Down syndrome. Cameron must face the same thing many other children face, only with silence. He has a supportive family that always shows him the love of Jesus.
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The kidnapping of an American mother and three children spark heroic events aimed at freeing them from their captivity. The inability of the authorities to help him out leads her husband Philip to take on the challenging task of finding them. The only ones to support him in his struggle are his loyal friends and two conflicting groups, who express the opposi...
Intrigued by a persistent rumor of a hidden secret his grandfather Don Melchor Garza had kept and carried to his grave, the thirty-nine-year-old Beyong set out from Manila to his hometown of Tigaon in Camarines Sur, Philippines, to meet with his elderly Uncle Pamfilo Interino for a conversation regarding the matter. What he found out from his uncle's roadmap...
Roberta and Brett McKenna had big dreams. They dreamed of running their own little cattle ranch, starting a family, and growing old together. All those dreams were starting to come true when an unexpected visit from the sheriff changed Roberta's world forever. Roberta now faced new challenges and would have new dreams and goals. But could she do it? She trad...
This is a true story of a beautiful, timid Labrador puppy named Molly that loves people and loves life. Molly takes long walks every day, and her life is full of joy except for one thing, the neighborhood bully dog. Kizzie is a mean little dog that takes great pride in attacking Molly on her walk at the same time and the same place every day. Molly doesn't f...
The Rainbow of Life is a book that shows kids in an easy to understand way how important it is to look at things in a positive way every day. It shows kids this healthy perspective using the colors of the rainbow. ...
The word Shattered refers to the sound akin to when someone crashes a car. Usually the windshield gets shattered or broken. I like to think of it as when domestic violence hits the household; it usually shatters the household environment or the child's world. ¬ This book was written to give the reader an insight into the subject....
Nasreen felt a shiver of excitement run down his spine as he recalled the promised prophesy. Time seemed to slip by, but it was not important. His sight seemed to sense the grounds of the Fire Temple, noticed the night owl flying to capture its mammalian meal, the shooting star that briefly streaked the night air, the desert moths attracted to the light of h...
Why did God, the guiding and spiritual force of earth's inhabitants, decide to remove himself from active participation in the lives of all people and become a “noninterventionist?”
The compelling and dramatic answer to this mystery is offered in a bold and groundbreaking analysis of the first seventeen chapters of the Book of Genesis!
Gene...
Missy is a little girl whose favorite activity is shopping and dressing up in her dazzling outfits. Her butler, Jeeves, tries to be the voice of reason; but there is no stopping this little Missy when her mind is made up. Her fanciful dreaming is sharply halted after an incident. There's more trouble when Jeeves makes light of the incident. After Jeeves vali...
Imaginary friends are a part of every child's life, or at least, they should be. I had two that occupied many hours of play and continually baffled my parents with their location and what they looked like. This is the story of my granddaughter and her fascination with unicorns. It has also occupied many hours of play for her, it has appeared at birthday part...
After a life of mis-treatment and an overwhelming problem, Lacey is shown a way out. Thus unfolds the story of her journey to forgiveness and love.
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Molly is one of seven adorable puppies born in Mr. Murphy's pet store. Molly's hope is to find a loving family to call her own. But after seeing all her brothers and sisters find new families, Molly is left wondering if that will ever happen to her. Then one day…
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Alfy and Elfie are a pair of twin elves whose adventures become misadventures which, more often than not, find them having to answer to Santa for their misdeeds. The twins spend much of their time playing, never seeming to lose their energy. Even when given chores around town, they don't seem to slow down. Santa wanted them to try something new, something in...
A Turn in the Roundabout is a story of a teenager who inherits an arrowhead with unique powers. This gift is believed to have originated when a female saved the life of an Indian medicine man. In return, he gave her his mystical arrowhead. Since then, this powerful arrowhead has been gifted to the first female in every generation at her seventeenth birthday....
Earning our Heavenly Wings was written to have an open discussion with children to have some understanding about death. Children form a strong bond with their family, friends, and pets; and they do not live forever. We must do our best to follow God's commandments in order to earn our way into heaven. It gives us great hope through the grieving process that ...
This book of quotes is written to encourage others. It is from the mind, soul, and within.
Kelvin O. Parker started writing this book about twelve years ago while writing quotes for his students to encourage them.
One class session, a student enjoyed it so much, he came to his desk and said, “Mr. Parker, you ought to write a book of quotes....
Polly the Porcupine is a fun-loving creature who simply wants to give hugs to friends she meets. Polly embarks on a journey and discovers that meeting friends is more difficult than she thinks. With an unexpected encounter on a beach, Polly gets an opportunity to have her wish come true. With the help of a wise friend, her problem is solved in an unexpected ...
That Tooth Fairy tale has long been handed down,
Where all children wake up happy and never a frown.
See, the Tooth Fairy and Canary work all year round,
To visit all the boys and girls in every town.
Place your tooth under your pillow and fall asleep sound;
Then awake in the morning to see what you have found.
Your ...
Cornelius the Turtle and Friends is about a lonely and sad turtle who finds love and friends of all different shapes and sizes. Every story teaches a valuable lesson that children will carry with them forever....
Meditations for Cops are contemplations that focus on the world of law enforcement. That world is unique; distinctly beyond the ordinary; and one vocational world that few complete totally fulfilled and without some regrets. Cops see much, experience much, and tend to carry too much baggage over the course of their careers. In a sense, they have no choice. T...
Life is not always perfect, even when you walk the journey of being called into the ministry. In fact, sometimes you might lose your way. In trying to please the world and all who walk in my world daily, I lost who Ruby was. It was difficult for quite some time to even want to allow God in. That's sort of crazy, because I knew that He not only called me His ...
"En su mejor momento el hombre es el más noble de todos Los animales; apartado del derecho y la justicia, es el peor."
-Aristóteles.
sta es una historia muy personal que se basa en 1ógica en lugar de emociones. Es una historia que debería ayudarnos a todos a deshacernos
de las emociones negativas que acechan dentro de nosotros.
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An ancient prophecy is coming to pass on the world of Iscalon.
The Spectral Gems of Luminary Primus are stolen and cast into places of darkness to prevent the Equinox from arriving. The souls of the world will now return to the planet to be used as wraths for the forces of evil.
Nazar sets up his diabolical plan of world domination and ...
Follow the struggles of this beautiful black and white kitten who starts out his life happily playing in his cozy home, then finds himself scared and alone in a world he knows little about. Cold and alone, will he ever feel safe and loved again?
Find out as you read The Tale of Walter Mittens.
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Why is prayer the most difficult conversation for Christians? Imagine owning the most incredible tool that exists, and you can use it anytime, anywhere, and for anything. Wouldn't you want to use it correctly?
What is prayer? Some say it's talking to God, but if that statement is accurate, why does it say in Luke 11:1, “Now it came to pas...
A Simple Daily Devotional That Fits Our Busy Lives
To know God better does not require hours of study or lengthy investigations of His Word. All that God requires is an open heart. We all can have a closer relationship with Him and a fuller life through Him. These short daily insights in this devotional will help you obtain the fullness of what God is...
On the second day of summer drama camp, Biani Madrigal is plunged into a real-life drama when her teacher, Miss Jazz, goes missing. Biani and her new friends Michael and Cole become known as The Diamond Minds Detectives as they follow clues the authorities ignore: Lost charms. A break in. A vandalized car. Fingerprints. Watch out! Evil is chasing the charm c...
I have learned so much in writing this and gained so much knowledge that I did not know and knew with the reinforcement by my reading and searching scriptures from what I've heard preached to me and in Bible study that I feel assured that I am firmly in the one true Church of CHRIST. I must live accordingly for the hope that is mine to gain or lose. Yes, the...
Forever in Our Hearts: The Life, Faith, and Legacy of Christina Grimmie tells the story of a faith-filled woman whose short life left a lasting impression and impact on the lives of those who knew her and followed her singing career. Christina's love for her family, friends, and fans was surpassed only by her deep and lasting love for Jesus and her Christian...
Why are advertisers better at getting a product message out than churches are with a message that matters?
Too many churches are in a time capsule, their message being caught in a temporal loop and completely irrelevant to today's audience. For those who desire to have an even greater impact on society and fulfill the Great Commission, Omnirelevance i...
Read this Book- You can't live without it!
It discusses:
• A water shortage effecting as many as half of the world's population that has been forecast by the science community. It is predicted to reach its peak in less than three decades. How can you ensure that you will not become a victim of the coming water crisis?
• Are...
Penelope is a young girl who has had six wonderful birthday celebrations. This year, her seventh birthday, would be different, or so she thought…
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Gus is a very busy little dog. He does everything for his human family. Dad wants the newspaper? Gus will get it. If Grandma needs her glasses, Gus will get them. The baby needs a bottle? Gus will get it. In fact, Gus gets everything, all of the time. That is until one day—when everything changes.
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What happens to a home, a neighborhood, and a town when an intrinsically alive, happy little girl meets a potentially unhappy, complaining little boy and introduces the element of choosing to be happy or not?...
Bebeaux and Pierre are best friends. Their friendship is special because only Bebeaux can see Pierre. He is Bebeaux's imaginary friend. The two of them will go on many adventures together, but this first one just might be the most exciting! Moving to a new home can be scary. Bebeaux is nervous because everything is different. Nothing looks or feels the same....
In this engaging comedic horror story, Jay Griner, a.k.a. Mr. G, must practice his own motto, “Enjoy the struggle,” and return to his teaching duties after the passing of his wife, Amy. He stumbles on to his late wife's research and discovers a new species that has evolved from the ditches of rural West Central Ohio. His hometown will never be the same a...
Inspiration is a God-given gift, and sometimes resulting stories we tell can be so much fun for others to hear! The Adventures of Rhemmie and Squeak, How It All Began is written to help children of all ages to begin to imagine stories of their own…who knows where Rhemmie and Squeak will travel next after you share this book with your children! Taking place...
Tiffany was an African American woman who was raised in a Christian household. After high school, she attended college and law school then started what would become an exciting career. Although at the expense of several failed relationships, Tiffany felt blessed to give birth to her son. Later in life, Tiffany found true love when she dated someone she belie...
The purpose of this study guide is to help seekers and disciples of Christ to grow deeper in their understanding of what it means to be a true follower of Christ. The commentary, questions, and memory verses are designed to provide a true picture of the character of Christ and true Christian discipleship. As you read and meditate on the content of th...
This book teaches the lesson of sharing with the help of two little old lady mice. Nancy and Madeline, the two characters in the book, care for each other and share everything! The pictures of them show how nice it is to have a special someone that cares for you. Sharing with that special someone just shows how much you care.
This charming tale is wri...
The lands along the Kansas-Missouri border saw hostilities and violence years before the Civil War officially erupted in April of 1861. People had to choose a side as neutrality was not tolerated by either belligerent. Those who tried to stay out of the fight were swept away. After the Camp Jackson affair in St. Louis, a young merchant decides it is time to ...
Followers of Jesus who deal with depression, anxiety, sorrow, and the like are often told, “Just hang on. Eventually, God will raise you up out of The Depths of Darkness. When that day in the fresh air and sunshine comes, it'll be a glorious day where you can return to growing spiritually with God.”
But what if the reason why some find themselves ...
Dr. Trevor Knight wishes only to put the madness of Richard Ignatius Palmer behind him and settle into the normalcy of the average man. However, Dr. Trevor Knight is far from average—a chess master in a chess game, between evil and good. The recent horror of StoryTown Cemetery still haunts his dreams. However, it appears that Mr. Richard Ignatius Palmer ha...
With Van Courtland Park still fresh in his memory, Dr. Trevor Knight returns to UCSF and a budding relationship with Susan Hoo, seeking normalcy and peace.
However, peace is a fleeting thing, and soon, he is requested to assist the Director of Indian Affairs in the solving of a most bizarre and evil ritualist string of killings.
Putting his rel...
Divorce-Proof Your 1st Marriage is a biblical handbook to assist anyone who desires to live a divorce-free relationship with their covenant marriage partner or spouse. Do you truly want to live happily ever after with your spouse? Then this book is for you! Do you believe that divorce is not an option for the Christian couple? Then this book is for you! Lear...
“What's really going on?” It's the question so many of us ask ourselves in this daily walk with God. I think Paul said it best in Romans 7:21, “Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me.” Paul was right then, and the Word remains right today. We all have a will to do right; it's what we were created to do. We are spirits living in a fle...
The centrality of God in all things is not a novel concept to Christianity, at least not in theory.
For centuries, it would appear that the Church has somehow allowed herself to remove the God-centered gospel definition from marriage and has subsequently fashioned a culturally subjective definition of love, marriage, and divorce that has left God, in ...
They believed neglecting faith would bring no consequences. Let the term ‘Holy War' be forever redefined.
You are cordially invited to stroll the streets of a modern-day “Mayberry” that has lost its way, unaware of its role in a global apocalyptic future. Each step away from the faith was the equivalent of a blind sprint towards disaster...
Biblical Ancestry Voyage reveals facts of significant black characters in the Holy Bible of several ethnic groups of humankind, especially people of color. Further, to dispel the false notion that the Holy Bible was written for Anglo-Saxon ethnic people. (This has been the status quo of the teaching almost worldwide as it relates to God's use of ethnic peopl...
This book is written in a progression of healing from emotional scars, referred to as the little foxes. These foxes steal our peace and disrupts us from bearing spiritual fruit, as referred to in Galatians 5:22–23. “The fruits of the Spirit are love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, meekness, faith, and temperance.” The foxes or wounds...
Clarabow felt beautiful when she wore her yellow bow. Until one day it was gone! In the absence of her bow, Clarabow is given new opportunities to learn what truly makes her beautiful....
The Chase is the second of the three-volume continuum entitled The Hunt. Volume 1 was entitled The Search. It recorded my search for historical documents that confirmed the truth about the life of Jesus, as recorded in the four Gospels of the Bible. Volume 2, The Chase, is a record of the application of the documentation found in The Search, to the truth reg...
This is the story of a young sailor who is on a eleven-month deployment to the Mediterranean, where he stops in different ports every ten days. In Naples, Italy he meets and falls in love with an American girl who is traveling Europe before college. She is waiting at every port for him. The last port was Rio de Janeiro, where he takes her to the airport.
Psalm 23, penned by King David, is one of the most well-known and beloved chapters in the Bible. Each verse inspires us to remember God's grace and guidance in times of turmoil, difficulty, and loss. As part of a 30-day art challenge, Starla created these vivid colorful expressions and found hope and encouragement with her battle of depression after the lo...
The Winning Christian is a book to help all who aspire to mature in their faith to win in the marathon of life. It is told from the perspective of a reformed sinner. This book provides various ways in which a believer can win in their walk with God....
Let's get personal, let me let you dive into the time in my life when I first encountered the thing we all look for…love. Take the journey I did and how I experienced love and what came with all of it. The love, the pain, the heartbreak, and ultimately learning how to let go. The adventure of it all, with all its trials and tribulations and the outcome of ...
This book is a collection of what I have written throughout my life. The title The Gentile Lonely Smile is what I've chosen to use because I believe that we all can feel closer to others we care for when we miss them. The word “gentile,” for me, means the individual whose body contains a talented spirit trying to develop their talents and express the mea...
A WORD TO PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS
Many families are impacted negatively by substance use disorders and other addictions. Children in those families need to be reminded that no matter how their parents may act, they themselves are of infinite worth and value. They will be empowered by learning that there is a strong, confident person living inside the...
Michael, an imaginative six-year-old, overcomes his fear of spiders with the help of his family, specifically his grandfather. Through the retelling of a Christmas folktale, Michael realizes that a spider can be comical and friendly rather than a fearful phobia....
Knowing and learning the Ten Commandments is one thing, but understanding them is another.
Granny Fanny and Pappy Pete came up with a way to help children understand the meaning of each commandment with pictures and words, which they hope will bring joy and excitement to all.
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The Secret Cave is a heartwarming tale of a ten year old boy named Freddy Dunn who finds a secret cave that has been hiding a treasure chest full of gold coins, jewels, and other valuables from the Brotherhood of Thieves. Freddy is determined to find out who the treasure belonged to and what to do with this newly found treasure.
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Trapped in a curse for a hundred years, the Bard of Souvac has traveled the length and breadth of the world, searching always for a way to be freed from his prison of immortality; but first he must find the truth about those who imprisoned him in life.
Now with a glimmer of hope, the Bard returns to the very place where the curse was initiated...
The book Caira's Comic Crafters begins as a how-to heirloom series of thirteen books, the Baker's Dozen. This series was created with the high hopes of uniting families. A special family was created for the basis of this heirloom book. They show you how to assemble your craft project or to make a few changes to make it all yours. The most important lesson fo...
America is a nation among the nations, strictly founded on faith.
The role of Christianity in developing a civilization and culture deeply rooted and intricately intertwined with the Christian faith and doctrines is unquestionable. The Bible is for the government of the people, by the people, and for the people. (John Wycliffe) America was not born on...
The book title of part 2 is Identity. The heart, mind, and will of God is that we as the peoples around the globe know who God is, understand the love of God in that He deeply and faithfully loves you without bias, and that God wants you to come to a place of sincere faith where you stop running from God and take responsibility for your sins right now!
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Slappy Tucker was a high school senior looking for a direction in life when he was introduced to the Atlantic Ocean. He fell in love with the salt and soon came to realize he could make a living on the ocean, and suddenly, he had a plan. Shortly thereafter, he met Reuben and fell in love again, which would lead him to a lifetime plan. We should all be so luc...
With faith in himself and help from above, QR7 was able
to guide three wise men to baby Jesus. Christ's light
shows us the way to be; then we need to share that
light with others by giving thanks for their helping hand....
Have you been bullied in the past? Do you know someone who has been bullied? This is a fictional story about Thomas Gomel. He's a twelve-year-old boy who is bullied at school. This story begins on the first day of school, and you follow Thomas and his family through the steps of dealing with the person who does the bullying.
This book instructs the ch...
Faith, Stories of Eternal Love reflects the love Jesus has for us all. This book will bring hope, joy, and everlasting faith to you and yours....
I am someone who faces health challenges and pain every day. I have learned that this does not define me, but it brings me to the very depth of who I am. Who we are as we evolve through these challenges, is the element of what is left, an undeniable essence of true beauty! I will show you how to tap into your gifts that live within your soul, bringing your m...
Ever hear of an Aardwolf? How about a Zebu?
Take a step away from the usual animals seen in ABC books and come on a unique alphabet adventure with Have You Heard of Me ABC. Learn your letters while headed to the silliest picnic you'll ever go to.
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For Christian educators who desire to hear God's voice specifically addressing their daily work, this daily devotional offers inspiration, challenge, and encouragement to help live out their call from a biblical, God-centered focus. Whether teaching in a private or public school or homeschooling children, a Christian teacher can benefit by a daily orientatio...
Seventeen-year-old Adam has grown up in an ultra-tech society hidden deep underground. When a mysterious girl helps him discover that he is part of a deadly genetics experiment and that the topside world is not what he had been told, he must escape his malevolent handlers and search for answers above.
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A Piece of My Heart: Prayers, Poems, and Promises of God is a peek into the heart of God, His love for us, and His desire for a relationship with us. The book explores several aspects of our interaction with the Creator of the universe, including the Bible, prayer, forgiveness, hearing God, freedom from strongholds, and more. A Piece of My Heart is m...
My Grouch and Me was inspired by my niece Haley. We were trying to think of coping techniques and ways to deal with anger, disappointment, and anxiety. By changing our focus from the negative to the positive, we were able to achieve a happier and less stressful outcome. Haley thought of the happy net, and the story grew from there.
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Why did God allow Job to suffer like he did?
God is waiting on us to unveil the mysteries hidden in the Bible, not hidden from us but for us.
To those who are earnest enough to search and study God's Word, the Holy Spirit will reveal truths for the seekers of truth.
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Rebuilding the relationship with God is easy according to scripture by repenting and committing yourself to follow the Lord. When you believe you have become able to stand on your own without needing God in your life, your return will hold guilt. It will also be a beautiful reunion where each new thing you learn leaves a desire for more. This book tells of s...
Go on the adventures with Lil Owl as he flies through the forest in search of King, his hero and the wisest and greatest owl in the forest. Lil Owl wants so badly to meet king, but he knows that he must first learn and master life's most valuable lessons. Once he does, he finally gets to meet King and fly by his side, teaching all the other young owlettes th...
The title Verses of Inspirational Christian Exaltation (VOICE) was chosen to inspire readers to develop a closer relationship with Jesus while providing them with thoughts of faith, hope, comfort, and happiness in their daily journey through life. The human voice is the method used to spread God's Word.
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Starting a new school is always difficult. Join Bobby Rose on his journey at Hyperion Valley Public School where he has to learn how to navigate his way through being bullied. Read the story to find out how Bobby and his friends and family deal with bullying.
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And it shall come to pass, that every one that is left of all the nations which came against Jerusalem shall even go up from year to year to worship the King, the Lord of hosts, and to keep the feast of tabernacles. (Zech. 14:16, KJV)
This book is meant to build one's faith in God's Word by showing the fulfillment of prophetic scriptures throu...
John 10:10 (NIV) says that “a thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come so they may have life. I want them to have it in the fullest possible way.” We can't have abundant life if we are harboring grudges and holding onto unforgiveness in our hearts. Don't allow the enemy to rob you of your destiny. Release forgiveness and walk in the fr...
Born in his grandfather's house during a blizzard, breech baby Martin George Le Blanc was not expected to survive. Instead of baptism, he received last rites. Lack of birth registration made him the ideal future “ghost warrior”: a blank slate.
Le Blanc enlisted in the U.S. Army as a footloose 20-year-old Canadian, during the early days of...
The purpose of our story is to show how one relationship can lead to a fulfilled life that can include adventure and raising a family as well. Our lives were blessed due to devotion to each other and always returning to the basics. Money was never an issue or concern because we always had a goal of reaching the latter years with the assurance that we would n...
My story began when I reflected on a comment I'd often said to my sons and friends- “I've never had a boring day in my working life.” And I was truthful! By some magical combination of fortune and effort, I have enjoyed a completely fulfilling career as an engineer involved in a wide range of challenging projects throughout the world from “inner to out...
Why have two young boys from the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia been chosen to be a part of changing the world? From age nine to advanced manhood, they are used to prepare mankind for what is to come. The real world and the supernatural collide. It all begins in the sawdust tunnels.
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Down Syndrome, Blessed With ThisAbility, Now Imagine Life without Me is a book that portrays seven different families that share their experiences of their children who were blessed with Down syndrome. Parents, if you have received a diagnosis of Down syndrome, this book is a must read. These unique journeys will touch your heart and uncloud your future.
How often, when we face life's circumstances, do we wonder how things could have been different? “My life could have been so different if…”
Sometimes in near-miss accidents, we exclaim, “Wow, that could have been much worse.” The author stood in handcuffs being accused of attempted manslaughter within a few minutes he was cleared of the cha...
Join Little Miss Kitty as she grows from kittenhood to adulthood in this series Little Miss Kitty . Join her for fun times, sad times, even memorable moments as she grows and learns....
The way back to life and the overcoming of this world is through the life which Jesus lived. It is a life of affliction and persecution, stemming from that same principality and power that caused Adam and Eve to fall from life unto death and all those who seek eternal life shall suffer likewise. But this life is also filled with joy unspeakable and full of g...
For far too many years Meghan accepted her status as a victim of incest and believed she had circumvented any long-lasting impact on her life. She didn't know the emotional turmoil she felt resulted from narcissistic abuse. The torment left an indelible mark on her life that led to cycling relationships between lust and narcissistic abuse. Relationships mirr...
Americans kept working their way through the tunnel of the Vietnam War, seeking the light at the end our leadership kept telling us was there.
Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point. —C.S. Lewis...
The Seed speaks to the need everyone has for understanding their path in life and the bumps encountered along the way which is an issue that we all struggle with at one point or another.
Jason Whitney has written a story of a young seed's journey to reach its destiny and its stages of growing along its way to maturity. The Seed shows us that no matter...
The author accompanies the Alzheimer's disease (AD) caregiver in the journey involving numerous care-based decisions. For Better or for Worse is presented as a resource and guide for caregivers and their families. Many AD behaviors and corresponding spouse reactions are the basis of the accompanying stories. Recognizing similarities to their own struggles, t...
Knock, knock! Who's there? Cancer! Dear Lord, hold me tight. Basically dropped out of the sky. I was so devastated when I found out that I had cancer. All I could do was knock at God's door and ask him to hold me tight, until I wasn't scared and he did far more....
This book identifies root causes of persistently disappointing classroom outcomes, identifies the policy root causes of the classroom causes of Nation at Risk, persistently low school system performance, and then lays out a strategy for identifying the key elements of a high-performing school system, and then achieving their implementation. A discussion foru...
The One-Minute Prisoner uses a parable of a father who is in prison who writes letters to his son. The letters are used to teach him strategies that will keep him from ever spending one minute in prison. These letters provide a dialog between father and son that is instructional, loving, encouraging, and most importantly, it provides a context of communicati...
Several years ago, the author decided to make dolls for each of her granddaughters for Christmas. This was no easy task since there were fifteen granddaughters. As each doll emerged with its own coloring and personality, Rebecca decided to write a story for each doll and the granddaughter it went to. Here are the first two of those stories. Evelyn's story is...
Take a journey with Katherine as she wakes up to the day that she has been waiting for. The day that she thought would never come. As she eagerly starts her day, Katherine finds herself facing situations that she must make her way through to meet the one person she has been longing to meet, but to Katherine's surprise, she learns some lessons that, in fact, ...
John Charles Comerford grew up playing hard, on the streets and fields of Washington Township, New Jersey. He attended Our Lady of Good Counsel Grammar School through 8th grade. He then jumped across the street to attend Westwood High School, where he soon began playing guitar and composing songs at the age of sixteen. Writing short musical stories would soo...
Certain regions of England were ravaged by disease, unemployment, and poverty in the early 1600s. A shipbuilder in Southampton struggled financially but lived out his dream—to build one more ship that would travel to a new world and deliver nearly a hundred people, most of them peasants, to a land called America, a place where they could escape from the ir...
The symbols of the cross that Dr. Shaw taught on in this book makes the book a must-read. God has laid on Dr. Shaw's heart the contents that are enclosed between the covers. God has used him mightily to deliver the message of hope, grace, mercy forgiveness, love, and peace. The book has given relevance to the power and deliverance of the cross of Jes...
In the Gospel of John, Jesus three times admonishes Peter to “feed my sheep.” Theologians suspect the three repeats harken back to Peter's three denials. I think it simply underscores how important it is to build and nourish the worldly flock. All Christian leaders must nourish and grow their respective flocks. However, when facing a group of youth of va...
Cleveland's Colorful Character's tells many interesting and unknown stories about Cleveland and some of its more interesting citizens. Many of these citizens helped create some of Cleveland's and the country's finest institutions. Unfortunately, many of these stories are unknown to those living in the Cleveland area, and even fewer outside the area. With ins...
Life is going really well for Kit Van Kemp—in fact, better than she had ever imagined. She has a job she loves, a precocious daughter who brings her great joy, and a supportive best friend. For the first time in years, she believes she is in a place where she can flourish. When her boss offers her the promotion of a lifetime, she has to decide if the sacri...
Most of us have had a pet or two that was not just a friend, but part of your family. Friend of Many Colors is a story of a friend who had a lot of colors. Not just because of her fur, her colors are in her personality, her antics when she played and even her love for her human mom. In Friend of Many Colors, you can begin to see how even a kitty cat can bec...
For many years, the town of Star Valley was peaceful and happy. Its security was owed to the magical unicorn goat named Charlie. He was well known by the villagers for watching the town from his hill while snacking on their old clothes. Little did the villagers know about Charlie's power to create sweets out of thin air or how his interesting power would soo...
God is so good! The little church in the woods is such a busy little place doing God's work and spreading His enormous love. As Christian's adventures continue, join him as he meets the three Marys and they discover where the dark hallway will lead them and what the special room is.
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In this sinful world, over the past few decades, we have unconsciously adapted to various aspects of politically correct mind-sets, and we don't even realize it. This book will help to discover how we've gotten away from God's intended focus on His Word and return to a closer relationship to Him. It is designed to help us think critically practicing biblical...
Lay your head down and rest.
Those blisters hurt, don't they?
“But they're so beautiful. How could they make me bleed?”
She said faintly.
I pulled her hair back
And tucked it behind her ears.
“I know . . .
But it is time for you to heal now.
Remember, darling, even red bottoms are painful,”
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Without your health, you have nothing. It is the very foundation by which everything else in life grows and flourishes. Without it, peace, joy, happiness, and purpose are absent, and the ability to express love and support to your family, spouse, employer, and friends can be lost and nonexistent. In pain and suffering, one is caught up totally into themselve...
Salvation is a term familiar among many Christians and those acquainted with the faith. Meanwhile, many outside the Christian faith question what this salvation is all about and why there is a need for it. My prayer is that by reading this book, the reader will gain more insight that will further their knowledge and growth in Christ....
August 12, 2016 was one of the worst days of my life! As I watched my mom take her final breath, I was paralyzed with shock, sorrow, fear, and uncertainty. I did not know what I was going to do. Me, an only child who had enjoyed having my mom live with me for the past seven years. My job had been to take care of her and make sure that she was happy. Now my m...
From Mom to Me, From Me to You describes exactly how I believe faith is passed down from one generation to another. I discovered this reading 2 Timothy 1:5. I understood I had no power to save my children from their sins and that faith was a gift from God unto salvation. We can pass down money and material things to our children when we die, but I wanted the...
When I opened my eyes, standing three feet from my bed this time, was Jesus Christ. Like the others, he was a full-bodied image, not translucent. Like the others, he just stared at me as if he wanted to tell me something but said nothing.”
This book is about a woman's struggle with her own disability while raising a beautiful child with special nee...
This is a story of hidden relics. It spans over two thousand years and touches on the Bible, young Jesus, the “missing years” of his life after age twelve, and the relics themselves.
This is a fascinating story about the years between then and now that moves from Judea to ancient England, involves British and Spanish kings, early North Ame...
Lollygag, by Robert West, is an engaging and powerful story. Based on his experiences working on a real-life wagon train with VisionQuest, an innovative program for at-risk teens, Robert witnessed firsthand that adversity and the healing power of the animals, especially the mules provided troubled teens with a path of honor that allowed...
By the time the war finally ended, it left Edith and me with a big problem. We had no place to live and building materials were scarce. Edith and I put our souls to the grindstone and built a little house. To some, it was little; but to us, it was a mansion. Edith planted beautiful flower beds all around the house, and I built a fence across the back and pai...
This book has reached into the heart of Divine Intelligence to give an exposition on the nature of reality and “who and what we are.”
Briefly; GOD, or “Isness,” is an attempt to explain an Unseen Real with the inherent power to manifest thought.
In our world of form, there is not only no Truth, objectively speaking, but no Real. One's l...
“Bless Your Heart, Sir” is a story of a young woman who is on vacation with her family at North Myrtle Beach. As the week began, she meets two people that would change her life forever. She was a witness to a crime that would make that week different from any other.
“Adventure to Matthew's Island” finds a young girl and her brother going on an...
HELLO, FELLOW CASTAWAYS!
What?
You're not on the boat yet? We've been waiting for you! So come with me and let's climb aboard Captain Noah's legendary boat THE SEA PICKLE and let's set sail for the adventure of a lifetime. Don't keep your new friends waiting.
LET'S GO!
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True Grunt is not about a Vietnam battle or a Vietnam journal/
memoir. It is a response to seeing short “Vietnam War 50 years
later videos” on TV. These videos show two sides of the infantry in
Vietnam. One side depicts the infantry fighting heroically and the
other depicts the infantry committing some kind of atrocity. I serv...
Current upheavals in American society continue to perplex even the most astute gurus, confuse our most poignant political pundits, and baffle analysts on a daily basis. Is there a viable paradigm that might bring clarity to this seeming chaos? Tsunami Watch exposes the reality and implications of unavoidable power shifts within American Society, and offers a...
The Desires of Thine Heart—Scratching a Spiritual Itch was written as a daily journal by the author during a personal forty-day period of prayer, fasting, and meditation in the Word of God. It reveals how Pastor Tony was anointed by the Lord to prayer and fasting by virtue of his own heart's desire to please God and draw closer to him. During the course of...
Peregrine falcons are the fastest animal on the planet (over 200 mph in a dive),
and their amazing life cycle is made available within these pages, in a wonderful
and exciting tale with thrills for all ages....
Ulysses, a guardian angel, a protector from the realm of heaven, has been given his assignment to protect a young girl named Marjorie Ruthmeir. Limited to the boundaries between the spirit realm and the world, Ulysses must figure out how to protect his watch in a world full of evil, treachery, and deceit.
Marjorie Ruthmeir has deep dark secrets. Sold ...
Knowledge can come from books, but wisdom can only be received from God. This book is the accumulation of the knowledge learned by the author through personal experiences and the wisdom of spiritual principles from God's Word. Multiple topics are covered to help and support families.
• Love languages
• Discipline
• Teaching work et...
Painful Treasures is a poetically-addressed transparent life story of author T.L. Carter. Throughout the eye-opening pages of this work, readers will be entertained and learn about hidden truths many suffer in this life. The rhythmic flow carries you from one era in time to the next. Prepare your mind to be opened and knowledge expanded on many subjects.
This is a book to hand to a broken teenager captured by pills, pot, or meth. This is a book for a woman from an abusive background who feels unworthy of love. This is a book to hand to a recovering addict, desperately seeking the strength to fight on a day-to-day basis the cravings of the addiction.
Tough, forceful, and poignant. This is exact...
Susie Vanderhoof is an outspoken, bright eight-year-old with an imagination large enough to match her heart. She makes the discovery of a lifetime when she finds a talking spider named Tommy Tobotsky Tarantula III has been residing in her sock drawer. The two form an immediate bond, but Susie's parents think she is exercising her overactive imagination when ...
Now is Your Chance to Change Your Life
Explore the powers you have for gaining wisdom – for self and selfless love and forgiveness. You may not be aware of the depth of your powers, perhaps you're just beginning your journey.
Travel through these pages discovering how to acquire life giving wisdom. Learn true freedom for the chains life has ...
What if various members of a Christian family experienced a life-threatening illness, a kidney donation, the death of a baby, spiritual warfare, and an unexpected healing on hands and knees, most of it, in the span of a few years? How would they handle it as individuals and as a family?
This true story promises lots of humor to make you laugh; overwhe...
This is the story of one man's lifelong journey into wholeness, starting with a challenging adolescence and through a debilitating injury in adulthood. It's an exploration of the meaning of life and living as found in various spiritual beliefs: Judaism, Christianity, Native American beliefs, Islam, Buddhism, Nature, and the Cosmos, among others. Through the ...
This book is a synthesis of the current thinking on contemplation and spirituality and is not meant to be a “how to” guide on practices such as meditation. Rather, the author addresses the question “Why would a Christian who regularly attends church, or those currently not practicing their faith, integrate contemplative practices into their daily lives...
Leadership Lifeline discusses six tenets essential to a successful leader's life. A tenet constitutes a truth, principle, or doctrine that does not change. Areas of focus include courage, communication, character, strategic visioning, crisis management, and second-chance leadership. Drawing from historical leadership accounts, everyday human extraordinary ex...
Maya is learning about Groundhog Day on her family's widescreen television with Brett, Blake, and Gavin when she receives a mysterious Valentine's Day card. She thinks one of her friends is playing a joke on her, but each denies having anything to do with it. The plot thickens when Maya receives a second card the next day at school. Of course, Maya is curiou...
It is certainly clear to every believer the distinction between the early church and our contemporary church. Spiritually speaking, it seems we are serving a different God or Christ. For example, the early church evangelized extensively; but now, especially the western churches, are sleeping excessively. They healed the sick, but now the church folks...
A young man named David believes he has been offered the job of a lifetime and avidly accepts it, not having yet developed the wisdom which comes with maturity. Unknowingly, he finds himself innocently involved in one of the darkest periods in United States history. Danger surrounds him as he finds himself struggling to understand what is happening within th...
Some secrets were never meant to stay hidden. Sometimes the past refuses to remain silent. When Jonnie Cummings purchases an estate on the outskirts of Fort Collins, Colorado, she is unwittingly pulled into a tragedy of the past. Believing that the Lord has called her to unravel the mysterious death of a young couple, could cost Jonnie her life. Her sole hop...
From the window of their apartment, Manny watches his Pappa get his brother Pedro on the bus every day. But today is different. Pappa does not get off the bus. Manny is bewildered. Why didn't Pappa get off the bus? Will Manny remember what he needs to do to “guard the fort?” And what about Pappa? How will he get back home? Follow along with Mann...
Do you ever find yourself wondering if something moved, appeared, or disappeared without you realizing it? After losing her job in a steel mill, Mattie finds there is more to life than punching a clock although it takes a whirlwind of events and signs along the journey to come to the realization. With the help from her husband, Joe, and children Corey and Al...
Will the World Really End Unless We Spend Billions on Climate Change Policy? The people around us are somehow convinced that the world is about to end unless we stop using fossil fuels. There is no scientific evidence to support this. This book explains why this belief is simply not true in terms anyone can understand. Fossil fuels have made America great. T...
Pea-napped from his home, Squishy the pea is shoved into the adventure of a lifetime. On his journey he sees from a different perspective what a true princess looks like. The story of the princess and the pea, A Peas' Tale tells the true story of what happened in this classic children's fable....
After forty-six years as a missionary pilot's wife, Ruth Scheltema invites young readers to listen to flight logs tell true stories drawn from around the world. Her opinion is that missionary pilots are special—God's superheroes! Read and find out why....
This is a scriptural- and experienced-based book about how to put much more love, peace, and joy back into your daily family life, yes, even while raising your children. With all the chaos in everyday life of parents and children, we need answers! It is very possible to have more enjoyment more often if you follow God's plan for raising your children. It is ...
Simple Man Simple Message is a very simple book for complex individuals—namely most of us! Life changes can be hard when made chaotic with our own human interventions. Simple Man Simple Message provides each of us with a bite-size seven-day guidebook to getting your life back on track....
It was a cold November morning and the first snow of the winter season began to fall. Jake was off to work, running late as usual. He bounded out of the door as his mom, Jaymie, yelled, “Drive safe, wear your seat belt, love you!” Little did she know that those would be the last words she would ever speak to him. Driving to work on the newly fallen snow,...
The title of this book is predicated on the probability that within each of us, perhaps hiding in secret, dwells a skeptic, a cynic, and a seeker. The skeptic within thinks it knows some truth but isn't quite sure which is real truth and which may not be quite so true. The cynic within is confused by the distance between the beliefs that some profess and the...
Squire never dreamed his gift would allow him to have vision into the plans of the enemy. He never imagined he would be chosen to raise a generation of warriors or that he would be the determining factor if they would win or lose. He certainly never thought his comrade would be female. He was wrong on all counts!...
The Habituation of the Human Psyche: How Seeing Isn't Believing shows the work of sin within the human bloodline. The brain is innately sinful and thus is prone to sin's effects. Some we are aware of and others we are not. Habituation is the sinful response toward God that believers are prone to endure. This book shows how habituation affects our minds and h...
Ognib is unaccustomed to his new surroundings. As if this isn't bad enough, his peers are judgmental, making him feel totally unaccepted. He longs to fit in. Olivia befriends Ognib, and this becomes the beginning of the end of Ognib's Quest for Acceptance....
The primary goal of this book is to solve a two-thousand-year-old puzzle: if Jesus lived a totally Jewish life and became the founder of Christianity, why aren't Jews and Christians in a respectful, appreciative, and embracing relationship? This work begins to reduce two thousand years of misunderstanding, stereotyping, and prejudices that have existed betwe...
All It Takes is a novelette that will have you stepping back and evaluating your own life, having you question, “Are you on the “right” path, the path God has for you?”
This mini novel helps you look at your life in a new light and see others from a different angle. Giving you a positive outlook, it will help guide you to see people as people ...
People and simple events have always fascinated me. Trying to capture them on paper has made me an incurable writer. Though none of these stories are absolutely true, they may contain an essence of some of the unforgettable personalities and times that I've encountered over the course of my “Southern and white” life (which, incidentally, I had nothing to...
It's moving day, and five-year-old Oliver is excited for the adventure ahead. He is full of questions as, along with big sister Edith, Mommy, and Daddy, Oliver moves from The Big City to The Country.
He has never been to The Country and has only seen pictures in his books. What will it be like? Where will they live? Will there be lots of people and ta...
A STRICTLY BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE MINISTRIES has developed the WORD FOCUS FELLOWSHIP GROUP, as a Christian alternative to the world's recovery system, which addresses addiction by teaching individuals how to manage sin (addiction) through behavioral modification. Jesus Christ did not give His life on Calvary so a Christian could learn to manage sin but so that...
Empyreal, by man's definition, refers to the “sky” or “highest heaven.” By God's definition, it refers to Raymond Shealy, whom God chose to be His agent to tell the world to return to Him and support His chosen people even if they who hear will not give up their wicked behavior....
Princess Seira of Amphilora is one of the rarest mermaids in the underwater world of Mer, and as such, she is restricted to the palace and palace waters for her safety. While all the other merfolk have the same color of eyes as their tail scales, Seira's eyes are azure with tail scales that are typically yellow with a golden tint. What makes her even rarer a...
Struggling with thoughts or questions about sex, purity and dating; and not sure where to turn? Whether you are a mom looking for a way to approach the subject with your children or a young man or woman battling through adolescence and relationships with hormones and confusion, this book is for you.
From Virginity to Virtue: A Guide to Godliness is a...
Rebirth is the action of reappearing or starting to flourish after a decline. My life purpose has been a journey to my eternal home. When I finally realized, the thought that conscience is eternal (after four near-death experiences), it changes everything.
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Christmas Hero
Children love heroes because they help others. During the Golden Era, aka 1950s, children thought of policemen, firemen, soldiers, doctors, etc. as their heroes. When asked what they wanted to be when they grew up, their response would be one of those. The children of Annanhem are no different. They live a life of freedom with v...
Suffering is the privileged place of the encounter with the crucified Christ. It is the mysterious link that fuses the one who suffers with the suffering heart of Jesus on the cross.
Suffering Makes You Beautiful is a reflection on the transformative power of human suffering when perceived through the lens of faith and grappled within dialogue with t...
Here is a collection of prayers for anyone who wants a conversation with God in the purest sense. In this tome, our essential self, the Soul, prays in tandem with the heart and mind. Perhaps God answers the prayer of the heart, or the prayer of the Soul, according to that which moves us best to his Divine purpose.
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Sixteen Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-five Sunrises is a collection of humorous episodes concerning the life of John Estall Berry Jr. Most of the time, I was a willing participant in these, as I like to call them “Dad Stories.” Dad only lived a short time here on earth, but each day he lived was filled with fun, as well as some not-so-fun teaching moments....
Discovering new truths every day, Albert, a very noble and bright seagull, learns he has a new friend. This still small voice arises in many challenging experiences in Albert's daily walk. From his own encounters and the guidance of his new friend, the Holy Spirit, Albert realizes he now has something very special that he must tell his friends....
Grizzle Mouse searches for something that is very important to him. Something that was given to him from his mother. Something that is more valuable than silver or gold. A treasure that will last a lifetime and more.
The burden of this document usually falls upon a very loving person that cares. The one that takes up the pin and records your life's be...
This is a story about a little boy creating a photo album full of the little things in life.
Ka-chick! Ka-chick! Ka-chick!
There are more of Cameron's Photo Albums:
Full and Round Things (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards)
Things That Keep You Warm (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards)
Black-and-White Animals (Silve...
This is a story about a little boy creating a photo album full of the little things in life. Ka-chick! Ka-chick! Ka-chick!
There are more of Cameron's Photo Albums:
Full and Round Things (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards )
Things That Keep You Warm (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards)
Black-and-White Animals (Silver Award...
This is a story about a little boy creating a photo album full of the little things in life. Ka-chick! Ka-chick! Ka-chick!
There are more of Cameron's Photo Albums:
Full and Round Things (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards)
Things That Keep You Warm (Silver Award, Mom's Choice Awards)
Black-and-White Animals (Silver Award,...
Summary
Almost weekly we hear about corporate and government leaders breaching ethical and moral standards. Indeed, in recent years, corporate corruption and the misrepresentation of the truth has, at times, appeared overwhelming. At the very least, corporate and government scandals suggest that we have a crisis in leadership.
This res...
Daggers in the Desert is a novel of adventure in the life of a simple Mexican cardboard-box collector (cartonero) and a US Border Patrol agent on the Rio Grande border of South Texas and Northern Mexico. Far from the life he had known in Georgia, the agent fights heat, drugs, coyotes (human smugglers), and himself in the dusty Laredo sector of the 1970s with...
When we are ready to receive, we will go then and wait for the divine power on high. God will give us that no man can ever separate us from the love of God. If we are willing, open, and faithful, he can and will give peace and full meaning to our lives....
Voices, tells of a world where lives are adrift in a sea of flames. Such an atmosphere of dancing human remains may be hard to imagine unless it's been lived. Like firebrands streaking through a black night sky, Spirit things can seem a fantasy to a casual eye. As for the telling's in this book: they're not a glimpse … but a deep gaze and the encounters of...
Mama Loves You More is a timeless story about the incomparable and enduring love a mother has for her child.
From all the sands that dance along the ocean floor to all the lightning of a million stormy nights, this poetically woven tale explores the height and depth of this universal, maternal bond. Perfect for beginning and young readers or as a pict...
Got Wyvern?
The recent plague upon the earth, which has surprised the whole world, has been foretold centuries ago in a popular Greek manuscript that has been translated into almost every language in the world, but no one truly understood its meaning. This secret has only recently been reinterpreted for a skeptical world population. The interpretation...
Arlo Hatch fancies himself a he-man in every way, especially when it comes to huntin: but a clumsier, more inept man would be hard to find.
Today this, hundred twenty-five-pound he-man? Sets off on yet another Blundering Episode in search of a 'wild turkey'. You'll wonder why he's allowed to have a gun and a huntin license.
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The book in Part 1 exposes how the world is influenced and controlled by Babylon. Why is Babylon mentioned in Revelation? Who is Babylon? Is Babylon a real threat and how does it affect the souls of men.
Part 2 gives understanding on the Lord's bride and New Jerusalem. Who is the Bride of Christ? Who is New Jerusalem and how does she involve us? What...
In the midst of all the miracles and visits from the angels, Dorrise Maxwell sought guidance.
As a child, she took to heart when an elder stood fast and said, “Don't talk about it.” She was left both curious and confused. For many years, she questioned could there be others with similar experiences, or did she stand alone. Even though she had been...
Charley invites you to enter the world of autism. Being Charley: Embracing Differences is a story about a Canada goose who is unlike his siblings. Charley has autism. The words and illustrations tell the story with awareness, understanding, and acceptance of individual differences.
Learning how to swim, honk, and fly are challenging. Charley is hesita...
The lovable cat they call Goofball will discover what it means to find “home” in this adorable children's book. Enjoy getting to know Goofball and come along for the ride to see how this cat like no other earns his name! The adventure has only begun!...
Join us as we discover the world!...
Mississippi Rescue is about an adventure on the Mississippi River. A riverboat working, pushing product down the river to a large shipyard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, during high flood waters and adverse weather conditions. An awesome crew that was safety minded and very courageous. A tiny little animal forever separated from its family. The safe home life it...
Ray begins to struggle with getting his words out, and others are not understanding what he is saying. Ray tries to say the right words but gets laughed at by someone. This leads to frustration and sadness for Ray until his friend Kay stands by his side and helps him out....
Genesis II is exactly how it sounds—a second Genesis story underneath first Genesis story!
There's a “sacred secret” discerned from defining names and pertinent words written in English into their original Hebrew meanings.
Genesis II tells the story of two worlds, one of an Adam in the image and likeness of God, and the other of an Adam m...
Penelope has been in the shelter for over one hundred days now. She keeps getting looked over because of her skin condition. However, her special day comes when she becomes a foster failure....
An amazing true story of how the author E. Michal Gayer, through the application of Biblical healing principles, was healed from an aggressive, incurable, life-threatening brain tumor. This account takes Biblical understanding beyond the surface to the deep, intimate, personal level where we live. Michal writes in such a clear way that even the most ...
Our world today seems to be spiraling out of control. Fears of a renewed cold war, the proliferation of nuclear weapons, fake news and disinformation, along with an impending environmental apocalypse, all combine to push us toward a sense of hopelessness and ennui.
But even though it is hidden far below the surface, mankind's past is actually slowly e...
Far too many public statements are taken as fact and go unchallenged, such as, “The country is on the verge of bankruptcy,” to “We are saddling future generations with crushing levels of debt,” to “China has undue leverage over us since they own most of our national debt.” Statements as these range from being wild distortions to complete nonsense...
A devastating accident took the life of one family member, left another in a coma, and sent me on a voyage that changed my life forever. It wasn't until that fateful day I truly believed the afterlife existed and how my life would be judged.
Before the accident, everything I knew about the afterlife would have fit on the tip of a toothpick. I was neve...
A Puddle of Water describes the process a child sees a puddle of water go through until it is just grasses in the yard. It uses rhyming and rhythmic lyrics as it describes the changes in a simple water puddle....
Join Beth Gibson and Dr. Mike Resnick as they begin a new life together along with their adoptive shape-shifting children. The fun starts at the wedding reception where Mr. and Mrs. Resnick have just been unified through marriage, and their half-human–half-mountain lion children, Cameron and Caroline, have become permanent members of their new family. Thei...
Lost and Found is a sweet story of a little lamb named Woolley. He often likes to do things his own way and then finds himself lost and scared.
Woolley finds out that rules and guidelines are there for a reason—to keep us safe and protected. Join Woolley as he goes on his journey and finds out that there is one who will protect us and never leave u...
All of us are on an epic journey searching for answers and for the truth. We are broken and hurting, hoping to find comfort in the words of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
I have been on this journey for forty years, seeking to find the treasures hidden within the Scriptures of the New Testament.
I am not exclaiming that I have found something that...
Mark Stang was raised in a loving family but struggled in school and suffered low self-esteem. His reaction was to feel that he needed to be the best in order to be accepted. As a young man, he was on his way to being a farmer when he felt a “tug” to do more. He decided to enter the seminary, which meant giving up his dream. He continued to struggle with...
Una Obra de Amor es acerca de Dios trabajando para construir un puente de amor puro para que sus hijos perdidos y moribundos puedan cruzar y volver a casa para vivir con Él para siempre. Cualquier padre que haya perdido a un niño, movería el cielo y la tierra para llevarlos a casa, donde pertenecen, y Dios lo ha hecho. Este libro trata de todos nuestros v...
Mrs. Roberts and Rascal the Raccoon is a children's book for all ages. It is about finding joy after the loss of a loved one. It is about how a person can go from loneliness to finding comfort. It is about kindness versus meanness. It is about friends who make a wrong situation right. Mrs. Roberts and Rascal the Raccoon is filled with surprises at every turn...
Life is a struggle. Most people understand this, but most don't understand the true nature of this struggle. The struggles of life are due to a spiritual conflict that is being waged between God and his enemy. At the foundation of this struggle is the heart of man. We feel this fight being waged inside of us every day, but for many, the fight is lost because...
Do you desire to live your life to your greatest potential? Do you get in your own way because of fear of the unknown? I Am in Control is a book full of tools that I have used to overcome my struggles of self-doubt and self-worth. I realized that God's Word outlined everything I needed to understand the power I have within me, and I want you to understand th...
What do you do when pain and brokenness force their way into life? What about when life deals you a blow that you're not sure you can recover from? Should you try to avoid the pain, move through it as quickly as possible, or numb it until it passes? Could there be any value in suffering? How you handle pain and how you allow others to experience thei...
We never really think it will happen to us, especially as Christians. But if you've been hurt and disillusioned by infidelity in your marriage, Satan wants to use it not only to destroy your marriage but to steal your peace and security as well. There are many thoughts and feelings you will experience as the betrayed spouse, but my prayer is that this devoti...
An American family's journey from their origins in the Azores and Madeira islands of the 1850s through two world wars and the ultimate sacrifice....
Concubine Love is a book written to inspire and inform the reader of the hidden dangers in relationships. The dangers are camouflaged and hidden by the enemy (Satan) to misinform you and keep you in a love mirage. Satan's tactics are to build false hope and leave his victims with wasted years and a broken heart.
Concubine Love will inform you on how ...
What is Grandma doing today? Spring, summer, fall, or winter, Grandma loves sharing her day and her love for God with her grandchildren.
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Love thy neighbor as thyself...but what if that neighbor is a witch? The house on Myrtle Street was tattered and worn and overgrown with weeds, giving it a haunted appearance. The old lady living inside was only seen peeking out the window or wandering around in her backyard. Everyone believed she was a witch. Suzy and the Witch is a true story about eight-y...
Growing up in the hood, some call it lower middle-class neighborhood, I saw a lot of things take place. I could have gone to prison or gotten hooked on drugs, but one lady was not going to allow that to happen. She prayed when things were not going as they should. She took a stand and said, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” She knew that ...
A Miracle on the Mountain is a story J.K. Truman's grandfather and father told him when he was growing up. The story takes place in Pennsylvania where the early railroad traversed the mountains and where laying track was a job full of surprises: some pleasant, some not.
Somehow, though, as always happens in life, God takes even the unpleasant parts an...
Life Happens—Enjoy the ride.
Life Happens is full of impactful moments that shaped the life of one woman. She has experienced the loss of family, friends, and her own childhood memories. She will take you on a journey through her life experiences and share what she learned along the way. She shares her greatest joys and her struggles through her mos...
Alexis had a pretty good life—great job as a freelance graphic designer, nice townhouse on the outskirts of Kansas City, and great friends. Her life was busy and she liked it that way. However, her relationship with Scott was not what she wanted, and the more she tried to end it the more controlling he got. She needed a vacation. She had turned fifty and h...
The Lodge is the story of Matthew, a young freshman high schooler who had begun to question the purpose of his existence. In the privacy and tranquility of his favorite spot by the little brook in the woods behind his home, he often sat and pondered his future. More and more, he found himself wondering what it was that he was supposed to do with his life. Th...
This book is based on a true story of the life and adventures of a chocolate-colored wiener dog named Chloe. As a puppy, Chloe worried she may never find her forever home. She had seen her three siblings adopted out and would hide herself, trembling in fear, each time a potential adopter came to the house. This book tells how Chloe did find her forever home ...
Every leader realizes that there will be obstacles to cross over, conflicts to resolve, and more than likely, opposition to face as part of achieving one's purpose, complete organizational goals, and the success of individual or church vision. Nehemiah provides for us an excellent example of one who was able to accomplish his God-given vision in the face of ...
Being a curious young monkey, Makaio soon finds out that not listening to his elders lands him in more trouble than he ever would have imagined. This adventure takes Makaio deep into the jungle where he soon finds himself in loads of trouble. Through it all he realizes that an elder's advice is more valuable than he thought.
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Inner Success is a small, smart book that leads readers to get more in touch with the workings of their inner self. Even more than that, it provides a blueprint for making those inner mechanisms work more smoothly. As each of us has an inner self, and often wrestles with that inner self, the subject matter of this book should be personally significant to any...
When a young girl receives a fish for her birthday, she tries and tries to care for the fish the best she can but in the end feeds her fish too much food.
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Storms don't last forever.
Lives are forever changed,
But the storm that rages rests.
With playfulness, vulnerability, and hope, the poems in Through the Storm are written from the heart. Topics include treasured friendship, love, longing for love, loss of close relationships, trusting again, faith, grief, and nature. The poems a...
Who would have guessed fishing would bring them to Jesus? Well, that's part of how I did—my story of experiences dealing with the happy, the sad, the good, and the bad, and how it all led to me finding Jesus and becoming the Christian I am today...
Midline Crisis is a true account of my survival after three strokes. You will encounter tricks, tools, advice, humor, and, most importantly, Jesus as I help you learn how to stay positive and embrace your new normal after any kind of setback or challenge.
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On a cold, brisk Christmas Eve, young Benny wonders how Santa will know it is Christmas without any snow. With this thought swirling in his mind, a long night of adventure begins. To his delight on Christmas morning, he recalls the three unexpected visitors who brought to life the joy and wonder of the season....
Many believe that naturalistic macroevolution is how complex life began here on earth. It's taught as a scientific theory. There are many reasons why this cannot be true. These are explored during the book in a non-confrontational, “rational” way. I want the reader to understand where the theory falls short, see how science deals with these issues, and h...
Imagine yourself an eleven-year-old boy lost and alone at night in land full of towering mountains, surging rivers and thick, uninhabited forests. Wild animals still claim the territory as their own and when their food source is scarce, you discover that to them any meat will do. To make matters worse, it's the middle of winter, snow is falling, and any fami...
This is the unadulterated true life story of how God brought me from a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly with all the messy stages in between! Through many trials and tribulations, my life is being shaped into the person God intends me to be.
The Bible says in Ephesians 5:8–10, 20 (KJV), “For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in...
Every precious teacup goes through a unique process from moldable clay with water, heat, and the artisan's creativity, just as God has lovingly molded us into a unique and heavenly being. Like most Christians and this little teacup, the process is an adventure....
This book was inspired by my youngest daughter, Ivy Rayne. While walking into her room, I saw Ivy busy pulling things apart and building them back together again. I said, “Whatcha doin', Ivy Rayne?” Ivy looked up at me with her bright eyes and said, “Oh, nothing, just being Ivy.” I laughed and immediately went to my laptop and began typing.
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Girl Scout Troop 11 is by no means ordinary.
Campfire Stew: Fort Worth's Girl Scout Troop 11 is the inspiring and humorous story of a very special Texas Girl Scout troop whose members have stayed together for seventy years. The troop began in 1949 as eighteen feisty, chatty, and lively five-and-six-year-old girls. They grew into outstanding women who...
Spinning Yarns is a book of short stories about yarn, knitters, fleece, and sheep. The author faces new challenges when she decides to create yarn. Her struggles and triumphs are told with light humor as when her sister attempts to help her achieve her goal by buying sheep. Fresh illustrations by Audrey Renelle Sieg bring the stories to life. The charming dr...
The only two things better than a campfire are a meal cooked on a campfire and a good story around a campfire. Just ask any boy or girl scout, royal ranger, or any other camper. Within this little book are ten unique stories to be told by or to children of all ages. In addition, you may find the historical and/or biblical references interesting that are wove...
No matter how saved we are or our level of faith, most of us fall short of God's Glory and at times struggle with life's trials and tribulations. Minister Bellamy learned at a tender age that the Christian journey does not exempt any of us from hardships in our life. Through a traumatic past, she learned how to lean and depend on God, how to sit and have lif...
“Holy Spirit-Help!” Is a compassionate compilation saluting life's experiences from youth to maturity. The stories and poetry written on the pages of this book, memorialize milestones of family matters, social landmarks, personal failures and ultimate triumphs, and priceless lessons learned therefrom.
“Holy Spirit-Help!” leads the reader to r...
There is a crisis in heaven! Mr. Thomas and his team of angels are supposed to be ready for Christ's birth. Something goes wrong as they prepare, and they are off schedule. The children want to help but are told to stay out of the way.
Now the shepherds have angels telling them to find the Christ child. The wise men are all set for travel, but what di...
Oh no! This is serious- Fuzzy Bear has disappeared! Young children will relate to the crisis. Should we continue the search- or could Fuzzy Bear be off on an adventure? Engaging illustrations and verse will draw listeners in to help solve the case of the missing bear- hopefully before bedtime...
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“My Vietnam Story” is an impressive account of one man's experiences and accomplishments during the Vietnam War. It details many battles, conflicts, missions, and patrols during a 13 month period of 1968 and 1969 at a time when the Vietnam conflict was in full scale force.
This year of 2019 is the fiftieth anniversary of one of the most memor...
The title of this book, Seven Pillars of Discipleship: Book One, is the first in a seven-part series on discipleship. Pillar one or book one deals with the beginning of the discipleship process (salvation). In order for one to become a disciple of Jesus the Christ, he/she must first be born again—that is the acceptance of Christ as Lord and Savior and the ...
In telling Sarah's Alzheimer's Story, the writer takes you back to where it all began in the hills of Kentucky where Sarah was born. You may laugh, cry, or simply wonder as you go with her through her journey of life.
The reader will get to know about the strong woman Sarah and how she endures many tragedies. One will find that even though mem...
This is the story of a young man with the ambition to crawl his way up in Victorian society by leaving the farm and signing onto a steamboat. After becoming a certified pilot, he is quickly swept up in the war he does not understand that divides the country and threatens his goals. He witnesses the militarization of the steamboat trade and the coming rise of...
My Life in the Stormy Seas is a book of passion of James Vincent who knew deep inside that Sylvia, his wife, was chronically mentally ill. Yet, he wanted to save their marriage. This story tells how Dr. Thomas travelled through the lives of Sylvia, in various countries, and Vincent. This book tells how people with no discernment abilities made insincere and ...
Using six powerful out-of-this-world, life-applicable stories, Powerful Emajen-ation provides context for the concept of treating others respectfully. Fictional authoritative King Conscience recognizes when his number-one agent needs to intervene in the affairs of earth, especially during school and social events. Each situation requires the agent's interven...
What is Radical Emergent Theology? Who leads it? What does it teach? What are its goals? Why is it so revered by some and so reviled by others? How do evangelical theologians evaluate it? Cambridge scholar Dr. Raymond C. Hundley, after three years of painstaking research, has published a work that clearly and truthfully answers those questions. Hundley has b...
This is a fictionalized story of the actual experience Olivia, an eighth grader, who lived in a remote rural area of Alabama in 1945. Her dream was to become a teacher. Obstacles threatened this ambition. The school in the community where she lived was limited to the ninth grade. The county school office made no provisions for a black high school. Th...
Decades after persecution and loss drove him into hiding, one old preacher has received a vision from God—in one week, his city will be destroyed. Walter Barnes abandoned his pulpit long ago and has watched as the church he loved faded into silence, giving an increasingly violent world over to its own devices. Now judgment is coming, but like Abraham, Walt...
Redemption (to buy back). When we think about redemption, salvation and born again—we think of the birth, death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
How did we get from Adam to Jesus?
What did God have to do to span the four thousand years between the two?
This series of lessons will answer many of the “why” questi...
Lucy Lou may be the littlest lamb, but she has a big heart. Come along on her journey as she watches the adventures of the other sheep in her flock and learns the true love of the Shepherd....
The woman had lived a secretive life of pain and had managed to mask her pain through suppression until one day, all of the pain surfaced and manifested itself through infirmity. At the young age of twenty-five, she was threatening to have a heart attack. Through the support of a counselor and a cardiologist, she finally found the courage to face her demons ...
This novel is an idea of what could happen. All of the hatred and resistance for one person, the president and the fact that no matter what was done, the opposing party was not able to attain power again. The scenario presented is one that could possibly occur. Citizens or militia are an integral part of this nation. Many would or will fight to keep this cou...
This book is the real story of the trials and triumphs of an inspiring life coach who never gave up her dreams to live the life she wanted. And despite of her situation, she used it to her advantage and used it in creating proven habits, routines, formulas, and strategies and make it happen to reclaim her life back to health and wellness after she lo...
The Twentieth Miracle is the true pilgrimage of a man seeking God throughout his sixty-four years of existence and his quest to discover why God has blessed him with twenty distinct miracles. Because of the criticism of his exodus from conservatism, Wayne asked God for a sign to validate his journey. The twentieth miracle occurred the very next day....
It is a surprise to many religious people that one of the most prevalent and effective obstacles to understanding the message and purpose of Jesus is religion itself. Knowing that, and knowing how to be free of religion, are big steps in learning to live in this real world with faith in Christ.
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When a beloved family pet passes, it is often difficult to explain to children why the dog, cat or other animal that was a part of the family is no longer there. Blake goes to Rainbow Valley is a simple explanation of the wonder of the circle of life. It is meant to provide comfort and explanation to children (and to adults) in the loss of those that were ...
Milly Mouse and the Christmas Miracle is the story of Milly Mouse and her family as they make their winter home in Aunt Dorothy's house and experience many strange happenings. How they become involved in the magic of Christmas is most unexpected…by all.
The author's sister and main character, Dorothy, actually had events occur that prompted the orig...
Daisy's Adventure is based on the true story of my eighteen-inch long yellow koi fish named Daisy. Her koi friends, Duke and Princess, live in a large pond with Daisy. A pretty waterfall keeps their water nice and fresh and they swim around enjoying their home—most of the time.
On this scary, stormy day, a very heavy rain came over the waterfall a...
Tuck is an adventurous little boy that never sits still. He likes to play with his dog, Teacup, but what he really wants is a play buddy. Tuck is excited to find out that he and Teacup will be getting a baby brother or sister, but he learns quickly that waiting for his baby to be born and then waiting for the baby to grow big enough to be a play buddy isn't ...
Ehndale is a powerful and enigmatic figure who is relentlessly engaged in the enterprise of corruption. He solicits the assistance of his beautiful and extremely successful protégé Viveka (Vikki) to help him find someone worthy of his efforts to corrupt. Unaware of her mentor's nefarious intentions, Vikki believes she is engaged in an altruistic search for...
Debbie Johnson's decades of mission work include founding DenverWorks and serving in leadership positions at the Dalit Freedom Network and India Transformed. She has written two previous books, A Pocketful of Seeds and Lessons Learned from the Bottom of the Stairs: A Story of Faith and Resilience with Randy Milliken. She writes with the angst and honesty of ...
Angels from Heaven is the story of my life as a child, disabled for life, not expected to live due to the horrific grand mal seizures from epilepsy. I turned my life over to God and he sent me angel after angel where I experienced the miracles that gave me life and my faith in God when I became a Christian. I never gave up and praise God for what he has done...
Felix was an angel who loved to play with animals, often at the expense of his angel chores. While he was given great responsibility as one of God's angels, he was always distracted by his earthly animal friends, causing him trouble with the angels in charge.
Felix the Forgetful Angel tells the story of this little angel and his role in the stable at ...
Fergus is a wee laddie, twelve years of age. Being small, he is picked on by the other boys. He is chased by them at school. Fergus develops a method of running, dodging, and evading that helps him exist in his small world.
His favorite hiding place is a boulder on Loch Ness. There he meets the famous Loch Ness Monster, who has things in common with ...
The title, Blessings for the Animal Nations, refers to the fact that animals are a nation only different because of the number of legs and or appearance. Our companions become a part of our family, and their loss is no less than a human family member.
“We all come from the earth and without exception, we all return to the earth.”
“Dust to...
Eagle with a Broken Wing is a story of incredible strength of two people, Ronald and Barbara Gullett!
Following an accident when forty-six thousand volts of electricity surged through Ronald's body, resulting in loss of limbs, their love for each other and their deep faith in God were tested. But they decided to live life to the fullest for the next t...
Why is it that in today's society, with all the modern advancements in medicine, we as a species seem to be getting sicker and sicker? Diseases such as cancer are more prevalent today than they were in 1950. Is it because our medical science is somehow failing us? Is it that today's doctors treat symptoms rather than finding the root of the problem t...
We're all souls walking home. Pilgrims on a journey. There is much wisdom on the road if we only cast aside our fear and judgement of those walking beside us. Listen to their stories. For despite toothless smiles, they are Christ—walking with us, rejoicing in our stories.
Join us on the road and you'll meet, among many:
• Miguel, a young in...
The Forgotten is the true story of a young woman who came through amnesic divided identity disorder (DID). She had lived with so many unexplained fears and pain but never could understand why she was like this. Was she crazy, or had she forgotten something? Come with her on her journey from heartbreak and pain to healing and joy. See the many creative ways t...
Big snowflakes falling, lights twinkling all around, sounds of laughter and joy filling the air. Presents to be wrapped, cookies to be baked, wreaths to be hung. All that and more awaits at the North Pole. Wouldn't it be amazing to be a part of that, even if only for a few hours? It is a one-night-only event that can't be missed! Luckily for Mrs. Claus and h...
During my time in writing this book, I discovered it's not just about people, places, or things, but it is a mixture of all these things together that creates a memory. Memories are a part of our makeup and refined by the years of observing, being a part of, and loving how it all comes together. Therefore I felt the title should be A Book of Memories....
Children's Stories is a compilation of seven stories written for the younger generation, which depicts the lives of people or animals in a way that the spiritual element or moral is made relevant.
“Little White Elk” tells of a young boy seeing the world as it was. After his journey in becoming a man, he observes the world changing to what ...
My Pecan Tree is very special. From November through January, my Pecan tree and I spent many years and many, many pleasant hours together in our large backyard, harvesting pecans and gaining insights into man's true and divine relationship with God.
One day, as I gathered the delicious nuts that had fallen, I realized my daily experiences hu...
To Catch a Pegasus will guide your listeners into dreamland and help them wind down in a series of breathing exercises during the story. It will relax the mind and play with their imagination.
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So I Graduated, Now What Do I Do? is an entertaining, comprehensive, and all-inclusive read on real-life financial concepts that are not being taught in urban community schools. This easy read takes you on a practical path of a girl who struggled in an urban community, as a single mother of three, trying to figure out life in financial management. Her financ...
This beautiful little book is about the unselfish love of an older sister as she sacrifices her time in order to play and bring joy to her little sister. Only when they stop to rest and enjoy God's beautiful world does the little sister realize and appreciate her older sister's sacrifice and unselfish love.
Wherever life's path takes us and no matte...
This book is a lot like many other books on the topic of what constitutes a man. However, that is not the main focus of the book. More importantly, it is not what constitutes a man but who constitutes a man.
All the self-help books on the subject, psychiatrists and their talk shows, and best friends' sage advice at closing time are all the same—ins...
A Carboniferous Morning may be considered my introduction to the creatures of the Carboniferous time period. The book takes you through an introduction of six creatures that lived in North America some 350 million years ago. We know this from the fossil remains left behind in the rock and coal layers. There have been many movies and books about the standard ...
Never the Same gives children insight into life in Uganda and the pure possibilities when a child is willing to think past the ordinary and be persistent to bless someone in a simple, yet extraordinary, way. There is much joy in giving up what you have when you realize that what you gain leaves you never the same....
Momma Loves Me is about a young boy who loves his momma and never wants to leave her side. He knows she loves him by all the loving things she does for him. He realizes he is getting bigger and can do things “his big boy self” and finally understands that it is okay to be apart. She is always with him in his heart, and they are never apart from one anoth...
A girl named Ruby moves to a new school and runs into a group of mean girls. With the help of her two new friends she might figure out how to turn the mean girls into nice girls. Can mean girls become nice?
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Take my hand and let me tell you about my grandma…
At the tender age of eight, Marie loses her parents. Left as an orphan, she also begins to battle a world of darkness. Marie develops Retinitis Pigmentosa, a progressive form of blindness, and is sent to Faribault School for the Blind where she spends the majority of her childhood.
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Change your perspective, change your life! Our perspective on life is a very powerful force. It shapes our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and actions. In God's Word, we read wisdom like, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2), but what does that really mean? How do we do that? Changing our perspective of this world and wha...
An ancient ring washes onto the sand and shells of the Florida shoreline. Peter Christian, a young American veteran struggling with PTSD, finds the ring and slips it on his finger. He isn't aware the ring's last wearer was God's own son. The ring's purpose is to find the person chosen to champion the faithful into the future, if it has one. Peter discovers t...
This is a historical-fictional novel based on an actual event that occurred in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, in the year 1870. Some names have been changed, and some events have been embellished and expanded upon. Overall, this is what happened leading up to a very tragic climax. It started out as a friendly competition between two former Confederate ...
Herman needs a friend to play with. As he explores the forest by his home, he searches for a friendly face. While he searches, he meets lots of new and different animals playing and having fun together. But no one wants to play with Herman! When Herman meets Sherman playing by himself, he wonders if he's finally found someone to play with him. Howeve...
The View from the Pew began in the form of email encouragers sent to a group of Christians involved in a church plant. Its purpose was to share biblical thoughts which were both encouraging and reflective. Each encourager was written to be viewed as one sitting on the pew, letting the Word speak to the heart....
The objective gestures of Gil McGill's My Thoughts of Life Poetic Poems brings warmth and sense of well-being to people as they read, especially when reading about falling, “In Out of Love” and “Cultural Diversity.” The expression of concerns when speaking of his “Sister,” “Brother,” and “Be the Son Man” is by far astounding because of th...
Every century, Woive, the queen of the dragons, summons the covenant guardians of Aragon to protect the unknown realms of the mythical lands. Darcy, Piper, and Skye are the next generation of guardians. They will claim their birthright on the dusk of their sixteenth birthdays, but none of them are prepared for what they are about to face. Together with their...
Three friends head out into the Alaska Bush to explore an abandoned gold mine. Their adventure turns into a nightmare when the old mine starts caving in.
The story then goes back in time to earlier that same year in Anchorage, Alaska, where a young boy, Daniel, starts training one of his grandfather's homing pigeons to be in a race. He discove...
Patricia has been transformed from darkness into the marvelous light. It is a true testament of God's goodness. The book details her spiritual walk from being lost in sin to finding her true place in Christ. In life, we are all going to experience difficult times in different areas of our lives. This book touches on the difficult times and hardships Patricia...
The diagnosis of ALS especially within the context of robustly healthy premorbid pre-diagnosis functioning strikes fear into the heart of not just the one so diagnosed but also family members, friends, colleagues, well-wishers, and acquaintances.
In the ensuing months following diagnosis, the horror, torture, and anguish of experiencing one's body de...
Have you ever wondered how God views a child with disabilities? God loves each of His creations and they have a purpose in His kingdom. We will all be restored to mirror Christ, for He said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14.
"See that you do not loo...
What wacky misadventures are in their future?
Giving a child an animal to care for is always a risky business. While it is a good way to instill a sense of responsibility, it can also lead to chaos and confusion for everyone involved. It is a labyrinth of life lessons. The entire family must actively participate in the journey if it is to be successfu...
The title Musical Scales and Guitar Chords as Guitar Tablature is a colorful visual reference of scales and chords shown as guitar tablature. The book has common tuning E-A-D-G-B-E for six-string guitars. Enjoy your colorful visual reference of scales and chords made for you.
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As long as the earth remains, seedtime and harvest shall not cease. However, between planting and harvest, from the expectation to manifestation, time and processes are involved. When one is dealing with the challenges of any chronic illness, the miracle you pray for may not be instantaneous.
How do you keep faith alive even when all your senses are ...
The Okinawa Alphabet A to Z with Emily will take young and old learners alike on a picturesque adventure exploring the various gifts this lovely island has to offer. This book also makes a good keepsake for those who have called Okinawa their home for a season.
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Gracie is a little girl who is disabled and completely blind. Yet she has learned how to “see” Christmas in a very special and meaningful way using her other senses! From the things she hears, smells, tastes and feels, she has come to understand the little joys of Christmas that make it so wonderful!
In this book she will help you learn how to use...
This delightful book starts with the magic of a Christmas wish by a little girl. The “wish coming true” results in a charming tale of friendship between the child and the title character, Benny.
Pictures of Benny help the story come alive, and other children can see him and the home he shares with his child.
The rhythm of the rhyming words ...
You may think that you know the story of Santa Claus and his elves. But only one person is willing to tell you what it is really like working for Santa. That person is actually an elf named Myrick. Myrick will tell the reader that working for Santa isn't as great as it sounds.
Myrick starts his tale by telling the reader what it is like making toys th...
As a young boy, Callida is thrown into a whole new world that he hadn't even known existed. Once there, he not only has to learn how to avoid getting killed by the dangers that abound there, but he also has to defend himself from the plots of those who wish to end the line of leaders that he now represents. Who can he trust in this new world? And what if one...
Jowers describes how the smell of a horse nostalgically takes him back to growing up in the Texas oilfields near Rabbit Creek. The book chronicles the author's family memories of growing up in poverty in the late 1940s and 1950s. Mr. Jowers recalls the joys of growing up around nature. “At Rabbit Creek I was able to visibly see many scenes that folks pay u...
Ben Miles, Michael Ross, who everyone calls Mike for short, Eleanor Evans, Loïc Kägi, Max Summer, and Rikki Smith are young adults who had just finished their final year of college and wanted to celebrate their degrees, so the young gang had decided to take a trip together on a nice island somewhere out east, and also so they could learn some survival tips...
Destiny didn't grow up with a silver spoon in her mouth by any means. She was born to a single parent named Maureen - Maureen experienced things, that no young girl ever should. However, she was not going allow history to repeat itself.
Maureen was determined to raise Destiny to be a child after Gods own heart, but when Destiny reaches her tee...
Why weren't you made to fit in and can you accept it?
Embracing and showing your uniqueness that was rightly given to you before the foundation of the world.
God's purpose, His provision, your life's journey, destiny reach.
Have you ever tried to accomplish many things just as those of the world, be part of many things, and be in other's...
Eight seconds…
The time that separates the winners from the losers.
Sixteen-year-old Wesley had his heart set on an eight-second ride that February morning. As he lowered himself onto the bull inside the chute, his heart raced with anticipation and excitement. His head nodded. The chute opened. Cowboy and bull released into the stage of comp...
Summary
In the first section of the book, Alvin shares two times in his life when God came in very convincing ways. He made him study like he hasn't in a very long time. Then put him through testing like never before. The devil even had a hand in things, a time or two.
Alvin is a real stickler about letting the Bible speak for itself th...
Young children enjoy being a help, and this book explores a young girl's excitement as she volunteers throughout the neighborhood. This book shows the youth how they too can get involved in their community and help those around them....
Déjà Vu, The Story, two years in the making, is designed to comfort the Christian, torment the sinner, and anger the devil. The story drills into the heart of man, not only his fate, but even God's destiny; if we are so bold to make an observation, you be the judge. This amazing story begins in heaven, descends into the world, and then we see the fall of h...
Reflections of a Medical-Surgical Nurse is a collection of poems written by a nurse about everyday interactions with patients. This reflective book, though light and easy to read, others an insight into some of the essential aspects of patients and patient care in a subtle way. A compilation of poems not only for nurses, but also a thoughtful read for all.
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After two dogs are abandoned by their owners, Max and Lollie decide that their survival depends on traveling to Philadelphia to find food and companionship. Along the way, they meet Cramer the crow who befriends them as he steers them toward the big city. Unfortunately, Cramer cannot predict the accidents and separation that eventually occur. In the end, wil...
It was the goude eeuw, the seventeenth century golden age of the United Provinces of the Netherlands, and nowhere was it more glorious and prosperous than in Amsterdam, Holland, the mother city of Nieuw Amsterdam situated by the deep harbor of Mannahatta. Why then would the vivacious niece of a wealthy Dutch merchant hastily marry her father's brilliant stud...
For reasons unknown, different vessels are chosen to communicate God's heavenly message. In this first series of books, Zhanna Myers recounts these meetings and shares the information she received.
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If God were to write sixty-six books of various lengths and styles, and put them all together into one collection, what would He say to us? What information or content would He record? What would be the substance of His writings?
Would He communicate an overall message through the multiple accounts? Would He write a story with a plot and an engaging c...
A bedraggled and starving rider shows up at a woman's horse ranch in Prescott, Arizona. He does not know his name and has no memory of his previous life. The man is subsequently identified as “Cord Mundy” of Las Cruces, New Mexico, by a pair of local ranch hands of questionable character who claim to know someone who can provide knowledge of his true ide...
Bob and Kathy Ovies have been in ministry together for more than fifty years: Bob as clergy and Kathy as youth minister. But it was in 1967, as they struggled to recover from the sudden death of their three-month-old son, that they were first able to trust each other with their deepest prayers of needs and thanksgivings, a trust which not only blessed them a...
JOE is the story of a magnificent horse, born in a meadow - a story of self-discovery and courage as this gentle horse opens his heart to the strength of Spirit, manifested in a small pigeon named Midge.
As Joe sets impossible goals, he learns of his real purpose in life and the gifts he does have through this little bird's friendship. Midge changes h...
This book is designed to strengthen God's people and let those who do not
know Him that He is mindful of them and He loves them with an everlasting love.
He wants the best for all people and has already paid the cost for everyone to
live an overcoming life. This book addresses the question: why is God so mindful
of us?
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Life is never static. It is in constant motion effecting change, making history. The movement of that change writes the history of our lives and our nation. Some changes are loud and offensive, while others are silent and subtle.
We quickly adjust to the loud and offensive movements so as to keep everything on track, but it is the silent and subtle mo...
Take a journey through the ages as you read The Story of God: All He Ever Wanted Was a Family. From the beginning of time as written in the book of Genesis throughout the history of His people, God keeps showing His love over and over again to us as a loving Father.
Visit the stories of Noah, Abraham, and Ruth as we wander through the Old Testament. S...
Every Christian will go through trials and tribulations. Dark Days and Bright Nights is timeless, transcending age and ethnicity. Kim's poetry is born out of her own personal struggles with faith and family. Each poem reflects the providence of God working in and through the life of a believer. It purposely exalts God while showing the ignorance and sinfulne...
Who would have thought that late conservative Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia would write a judicial opinion severely debilitating the free exercise of religion and democrats like Chuck Schumer and Ted Kennedy would come to the rescue? This is all true—it happened in the early 1990s—resulting in the federal Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The fed...
Alejandro is a thoroughbred racehorse who has won many races, but he is getting older and can no longer run as fast as he once could. He dreams of the new life he will have when he is no longer racing.
The day finally arrives for Alejandro to leave the track where he is sold to the highest bidder. Alejandro finds himself in a feedlot where he must fa...
God's Miracle offers a riveting testimony of God's grace, mercy, and His love for those who trust and believe in Him and are obedient to His commandments. Elaine is a born-again Christian who experienced death and life after death. The book offers true insight into the reality of heaven and its glory.
On October 6, 2016, Elaine was preparing to trav...
Demise of the Mind was a title I gave my journal thirty years ago when I started writing about sometimes haunting memories of a little girl who watched her entire life fall apart. I was always worried that I, too, would eventually lose my mind, but the more I wrote, the better I felt....
Awareness is critical in every situation. Success and failure are determined by the choices we make. The smartest among us possesses limited awareness of time, space, materiality and other people that affect those choices. We routinely miss the ripple effects that we send into the world as consequences of those choices.
Hidden in the background is ...
This poetic short story book is written through the mind of The Holy Spirit. It is about spiritual matters of giving, loving, receiving, thanking, and accepting one another through our younger years of life.
In times of hurt and pain that we go through in life with family and friends, this book will make you feel and know that the devil is a liar and ...
The author is a wife of thirty-four years, mother of four girls, a new grandmother, a religious educator for the Archdiocese of St. Louis, and an activity director for the past thirty-eight years. Her personal hobbies include prayer, reading, music, sewing, running, cooking, and traveling with her husband, family, and friends. Her favorite motto is “If you...
Do you believe Adam was really the first man on earth? Do you believe black
people were left out of the Bible? When reading the Bible, have you ever thought
there could be hidden meanings within the verses that the KJV missed or
intentionally left out? After reading In the Spirit of Truth, the Beginnings, you
will discover that Ad...
Gracie is a little girl who has learned to be thankful for many things in her life. She loves her home with her parents because she has special moments every day with her mommy and daddy. One of the favorite places in her home is her bedroom. It is filled with lots of colors and has a big window. She also loves to write with different colored pens and play w...
The Diary of Ethel Jones is the account of a young American missionary nurse who went to China in 1937, just prior to the start of the Second Sino-Japanese War. For five years she worked in a hospital in Kioshan Honan, in central China.
Within the first year following her arrival in China, the war arrived at the doorstep of the hospital where s...
What doctrine or position of the Roman Catholic Church could have rendered it impotent in saving the lost? How was the promise of restored relationship through Jesus traded?
What possible singular omission could empty the Roman Catholic Church of its very essence as a vehicle for God to bring forgiveness and eternal life to a dead and...
This is a guide for those who would like to live a life that brings them closer to their true selves and returns them to the wonderful Christian teachings that are available to each of us. A series of essays prompts readers to examine who they want to be and how they want to live their lives.
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Redundancy in design is a pivotal concept in engineering. It becomes infinitely more important when designed structures have the potential to take human life. These consciously built-in redundancies (fail-safes) by engineers provide a means to stave off total disaster and potential loss of life. Likewise, the human body has many interwoven fail-safes to prev...
It is common in our society to highlight the success stories we hear from adoptive parents and their special needs children. Those success stories give us hope. They demonstrate that children will thrive in a safe and loving home. They teach us that love conquers all. They encourage us to take the leap of faith toward adoption. We love happy endings. Unfortu...
Candy-jo stands patiently in line at the American Legion Hall, waiting for her turn to see Santa Claus. When it is her turn, Santa is surprised that she doesn't have a Christmas list. She explains she doesn't need a list because there is one thing and one thing only that she wants for Christmas—it is a dog of her own. Santa tells her that he usuall...
Little Freddie was born out of wedlock to his teenage mother, Jenny Rakes, and his proud father, Jonathan Baker, who lived on the Ozark farm next to the Rakes. The desertion of his teen mother prior to his first birthday gave Freddie a family of only his maternal grandmother and his proud dad, Jonathan.
At the death of his loving Grandmother Rakes, al...
Sarah Mason, a nonverbal little girl from a small Ohio town, is no ordinary girl. With a heart of gold and a unique love for others, she embodies the very essence of God's love like few people.
Sarah and her family walk through extraordinary trials together that, at one point, seem like almost too much to bear. At the most opportune of times, she enco...
There are eight chapters in What the Bible Says about Jesus, starting with the first promise in Genesis 3:15, going through his eternal Kingdom in Revelation. It illustrates that Jesus was more than just a man but is also God. He has no beginning nor ending.
“Wherefore he is able to save them to the uttermost that came unto God by him, seei...
Catch and Release is a story about a fighting dog that escapes the fight dog world to become a storyteller. The first chapter is about Ruger going on a ghost train ride. The second chapter is about the animals he meets at the shelter. The third chapter is about the cat's birthday party and camping trip: Ruger tells his campfire tale. Pages 7, 9, 33 and 35 ar...
One thing that everybody, sooner or later, must face is death. The death of a loved one produces grief that affects everybody, one way or another.
This book provides comforting words for those who remain alive after death has come. It is designed to provide scriptures for the believer to know that death is not the end but merely a transition. It provi...
Bits and Pieces to Help Smooth out the Lumps on Your Life's Journey is a book about finding help as you navigate your path through life and tackle the various issues and situations that arise. At times, the mistakes we make due to trusting ourselves when we lack wisdom will compound our efforts and our problems worsen. No matter how old we are, or how much w...
Vines of Virtue is not just an ordinary book, but a book filled with stories and poems that will impact your heart and others.
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A child so desperately wants a glimpse into this mysterious Heaven that she has heard so much about. The story gracefully carries you on a magical journey, climbing mountains, surfing on waves, and riding roller coasters all with the hope to answer a child's big question, which way is it to Heaven? Wisdom abounds as they discover together that there are love...
What is this little ball of fluff's name? The little church in the woods spreads God's love, nursing one of His tiniest creatures back to health providing him at a family and home and introducing him to the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Join our little church house mouse in his upcoming adventures....
He was a medical doctor in the South Pacific during World War II. He had a camera, he had the chemicals, and he told his story with the photographs he produced. The soldier/surgeon came home; he delivered baby boomers and raised his own extended family in a postwar world. As part of his extended family, I grew up happy, safe, and instilled with compassion an...
Man sinned, and access to the Tree of Life was removed. What was next for us as death entered our world? What was God's plan for this contingency? What is Satan's counterfeit? Come, and explore what the inspired Word reveals on what happens when we die. See the adversary's lie exposed....
This is a modern-day story told from the wolf's perspective who tries to borrow a cup of sugar from three pigs. He tries to convince them he's not a pig eater because he's not the same wolf they had read about in other books.
It wasn't until he smelled the aroma of Thanksgiving cooking coming from Oink's house that he realized he was a wolf who's poss...
There are no better memories than those we create with our special little ones. These memories are the most valuable treasure we pass down through the generations.
Imagine your child sharing the My Best Friend they created with their own child. Imagine them sharing the joy, love, and fun you had as you read, laughed, and illustrated this little book.
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Larry McCoy believes in non-stop fun and ice cream as every grandfather should. He writes amusingly about adventures with his four grandkids on bikes, skis, diving boards, and picnics—from both his perspective and theirs. McCoy won awards as a newsman, but nothing has been as rewarding as hanging out with Nicholas, Rachel, Daniella, and Cristiana. Despite ...
Santa brings joy to all races around the world, with gifts exchanged and a magical time of year for children of all ages. Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus and the blessings of a savior. Combining the story of Santa and the birth of Jesus is to understand both sides of the story so children can turn the magic into knowing what Christmas is all about....
Thirty-two stories about God's beautiful work called nature and morals to the stories about life.
Come along on many road trips to witness God's beautiful byways and remember the past and take part in the future. And remember we are God's caretakers of the earth.
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It was indeed “Almost a Silent Night” that Christmas Eve of 1818 at St. Christopher Church in Oberndorf, Austria. Nate Colson shares in poem the true story that inspired Joseph Mohr to write the words of the well-loved Christmas carol “Silent Night,” and the circumstances that led Franz Gruber to write the music for the guitar. This beautifully illus...
Common Ground has been open one full year and is proving to be a successful and popular coffee shop. A group of misfits have become the cornerstone to Josie's success, which in turn, affords them opportunities to regain lost confidences.
Josie keeps a journal in an effort to recall memories, but her journal reveals memories can often be very elusive. ...
Lord, You Are My…Prayers from a Captive is a devotional journal designed to help you pursue the one goal you set for yourself when you started your Christian journey. The one goal that will require all your passion, strength, and compliance. For it is only through the discipline of prayer, obedience, and sacrifice that you will be able to reach the heart o...
Eva Doherty Gremmert has written a loving, poignant book about the deep joys and
profound challenges of raising a son with complex physical and mental disabilities. She
recounts with great suspense her struggles with skeptical doctors, stubborn educators and
her own raw emotions as she strives to give her son the chance to live his best ...
Waterfall: Don't Look Down is not a step-by-step how-to book for marriage restoration. It's really just 66,000 words that could simply be summed up with, “Shut up and let me fix this. Love, God.”
Waterfall: Don't Look Down was written for the woman who just found out her husband cheated or the man who had to listen to his wife say, “I love you, ...
“Irene McCoy's humorous memoir begins in a blue-collar suburb outside of Chicago. The precocious youngster comes of age during the 1950s while putting up with an authoritative father, fearing the dreaded Commies, and haunted by the horrors of a nuclear holocaust. Later, as a married woman, she resigns herself to repeatedly packing up and following her jour...
Our covenant with God is perhaps the most important aspect of our Christian life. A thorough understanding of our covenant improves our self-image, our interpersonal life with others, and our direct relationship with God.
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An ex-boxer, now a priest, deals with everyday problems in a very controversial way....
Author, Virginia Mohler, tells the story of a loving kindergarten teacher. Mrs. Miller teaches five-year-olds during the day. At night she sits at home and knits blankets for new babies. She gives these blankets to her student's siblings, families at her church, and to her coworkers. As she knits these blankets, she instills her own love and care for these c...
Can the fiery desires of the human heart be bridled? Can a tormented soul absolve itself of sins long past? Can the imprisoned human spirit shatter the shackles of condemnation and liberate itself from the dungeon of guilt? Uriah viciously swirls within a whirlwind of these quandaries. Entangled in a perilous web of espionage, romance, survival, and passion,...
Lia Saves the Sea is a piece that helps to educate younger children on environmental stewardship, the importance of animals and the natural world, the importance of standing up for what you believe in, and friendship. Through historically accurate writing, children will also learn a bit about the past and the decade in which the environmental movement got it...
James and his family live a simple primitive life in a beautiful peaceful valley nestled in the Rocky Mountains. The few thousand citizens of the village where he lives are the only people who survived the catastrophic events that led to end of the world. At least, that is what many of them believe. But were there others who survived?
Adventure await...
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.
Have you ever asked someone driving directions and despite their use of numerous words, you did not understand how to get there till they drew you a map? I've noticed Bible verses are like that too. For example, tired and unable to figure out how to handle the stress in my life, I opened my Bible to see what God s...
After the passing of Old Gus, the oldest resident of the Rescue Ranch, Petey, a miniature horse, learns how powerful love is— whether it is God's love or our love....
Dusty Angels and Old Diaries is a second edition with an Epilogue to Linda's first book by the same title published in 2006. Everyone has a story to tell. This one finds Linda sobbing quietly in a cold, dark attic as she clutches a little red diary and tries to comfort her baby sister who is bruised and bleeding. Below them, a woman's voice yells in anger fo...
In Once Upon a Walk, there are thirteen chapters of one animal each. Within the book, Linda walks with each animal and hears their problems. She explains that God loves them and cares for them as their issues get resolved.
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What Happens When They Believe A Lie Is True? is a rhyming book that creates higher thinking for children when discussing the topic of lies. It empathizes with the victim and allows children to begin to explore possible consequences of such an action. The book is also designed to expand vocabulary in children of elementary school age.
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The title is about a homeless man, Ben Nigglewood, who is fed up with his predicament in the care facility. The care in this place leaves much to be desired. Along comes nurse Gretta Wollenzeider. Gretta is sympathetic to his cause and starts to take action. She arranges an interview with Mr. Dicton of the housing authorities to discuss plans to check the fa...
Come! Come on along with me! Collect your child, a cup of favorite coffee, and cozy up in the comfiest chair. Prepare to encounter this contemporary classic, a tumultuous tale of happiness, heroes, havoc, heartbreak, and hope all at the hands of a tiny, tenacious, troublemaking turtle. Colloquial characters capture the very heart of a carefree childhood. Col...
I don't believe in coincidence, I believe everything that happens is God ordained, and happens for a reason. My daughters always remind me I could teach a lesson from a rock. Even the whole world reveals God's creation, and if we remain silent, the rocks will cry out proclaiming the glory of God. You are one of the greatest glories God ever created. We are c...
Gifts from Glory is the true account of some of the prayers God has answered during Fern's lifetime. They begin back in her childhood and continue through the present day. The book is entertaining and inspiring. It tells of the growth and expansion of God's work in transforming many young lives through prayer.
One reader commented, “You've done it a...
Micki had always loved being a nurse, but lately, she was feeling uninspired and unneeded. That is, until she met Opal. Opal was an eccentric elderly lady whose mannerisms and wardrobe spoke of a bygone era. She was a total stranger, and yet, her pleading with Micki for help could not be ignored. However, she had no idea the strange and dangerous situations ...
This is a true story about how the author found the church that Christ will take to heaven and present to God the Father at the end of time (1 Cor. 15:24). He tells about his humble beginning and some of his many escapes from death and the many different churches that he has visited and studied from his early childhood, his higher education years, his milita...
Throughout recorded history, mankind has recognized a higher power which has exerted a controlling influence on their lives. Most have developed schemes of honoring or appeasing that power in hopes of gaining favor. Such efforts are known as religion. In general, religions, particularly the Abrahamic religions, have denigrated women and sex to the level of s...
The Pentateuch
For this time and place
God created the world and all living things
Pre-determined destiny, known only to the King.
Israel, the witness keeper of Jesus birth, His life
America the motherhood, to countries in strife
It would be Jesus, He came to save mankind
The ruthless, ...
In this first volume of my book I have proved beyond the shadow of a doubt that The Two Witnesses in Revelation 11 are God The Father and The Holy Spirit. Which is a fact that none of the Ancient, or, Modern day commentators have ever known in 2,000 years!
That they are primarily God the Son's Two Witnesses, who is the Glorious omnipotent Angel in Rev...
Kitajo is a cheerful kid enjoying her carefree life in Tyler, Texas—the Rose Capital of the world—with her close family and friends until she is told she must relocate to Jacksonville, Texas with her mother. In a new town with new challenges, will Kitajo learn to stay positive and overcome them? Discover how she finds her true source of strength and beco...
This book takes you on a journey of chasing an ice cream truck. From the sounds of the music coming from the truck all the way to deciding on which ice cream selection you'll be choosing from. It's always a lot of smiles and creating beautiful memories with friends and family.
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Based on the true story of Frank Peregoy, A Far Cry From Green Mountain reveals the struggles and triumphs of the only soldier in American history to have earned the nation's two highest awards for valor, The Soldier's Medal and The Congressional Medal of Honor. Frank's story captures Appalachian life in early Twentieth Century America and opens our eyes to ...
One starry evening in January, Oma spends the wee hours of the morning with her grandson, Jude. Oma talks and sings about the heavenly lights that God has created to shine. Together they watch God's glorious sunrise over the ocean, and Oma tells Baby Jude that he has been created with a light to shine in this world as well.
“Jude Shine” is dedicat...
My journey throughout life was not easy; the road was hard and full of mistakes. But it was blessed by God! I probably would not be here today if it was not for the hand of God stepping in and changing the empty road I was on and directing my life to something bigger and better. Praise God! I owe everything to God! Thank you!...
EJ looked stunned. He had put off completing his project and had forgotten that he still had the presentation to do and was due tomorrow!
Tempest fugit! This familiar Latin phrase helps EJ learn a valuable lesson. He always feels that he will have time to get things done—later. Even after missing the bus, forgetting to do chores, and letting down hi...
Young Ted loves being outdoors, under blue skies and colorful fall leaves. There is always so much to see. Certainly, he has seen everything there is, right? Not so quick! Imagine his surprise when a tiny red bug with six spindly legs quickly moves right before his eyes. Curiosity draws him closer, and before long, the two became friends. But when he realize...
One by one, the animals come—each one with a heart-touching tale of how they became homeless. At the country home of Mom and Pops Veal, most of them work together to form an unofficial family refuge. One is a holdout who requires a heart change. Through their many trials and struggles, we cry, we laugh, and we learn that real love never fails. No one needs...
The title of my book originated from moments that I have clearly heard from God in the midst of my trials and tribulations in life. Consistently,studying the Word of God,praying without ceasing,and fasting without ceasing in all things have been a vital part of my staying connected with God. Trusting God's timing and not my own timing has also been a vital p...
Dare to Be…is a God-inspired series of poems that offer life lessons for children of all ages. In a world where people are pressured to “fit the mold,” Dare to Be… issues this challenge; will you have the courage and the boldness to be who God created you to be—even if it's unpopular?...
Hee-haw is the odd noise that donkeys make as they “sound off” each morning. Thinking his donkey was lonely, Sammy decides to bring his miniature donkey inside to sleep. This story tells why it is almost impossible to get a donkey to come inside....
What is the best way to handle an abusive relationship? How can the abused retain or regain any self-worth? Though each case is different, this is a true story of how Lucy, a name which means “light,” dealt with her dark and difficult situation....
Life can teach us some pretty-hard lessons, most of which we are totally unprepared for.
By Grace Alone examines the pain and trials we all encounter when things suddenly go wrong.
It's a story that proves there is always hope, even in the midst of hopelessness.
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I like shaving every morning because it is the one time of every day that I can look at myself, with all my imperfections staring back at me, and be alone with my thoughts and recount the past in total honesty. It is also my what-if time.
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Why did Jesus Christ have to die? Not why he died, but why he HAD to die. This book deals with that question directly, completely, singularly, in what may seem to be a new way. Examples and written imagery aid in expressing the points and in broadening the understanding of the direct consequences of what happened when and how he died. Want some hints? Bankru...
A Mother's Journey through Autism, Redemption and Freedom is a true story of a mother's struggle raising a child with Autism, her faith and ultimately her Salvation. She was in no way prepared for her child to lose his voice and change in so many ways that she would barely be able to recognize him as her own. If you are a parent of a child with special needs...
My Soul's Journey is the story of the author's life from childhood to the present. It depicts a life of many losses and heartache. The author eventually comes to the realization that life truly is a journey, beginning at birth, and that the soul is at the center of the journey. It is a story of courage, startling revelation, acceptance, and faith. ...
The book of Jude speaks of danger of false teachers. We need to be rooted and grounded in God's word because false doctrine is out in the world. The apostles of God need to stand up on God's word.
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Drawing Your Line: Setting Boundaries Step-by-Step is a manual for developing the self-respect and empowerment that ultimately allows for the setting of healthy boundaries in various arenas of life. This process involves learning to find, respect, and use your voice to take control of your life. Inspired by their work as life coaches working with women, the ...
“Let's Pull Together” is a charming children's book about a mother horse trying to teach her baby some “horse sense”. The author's illustrations lend beauty and humor to each and every page of the story. Mothers everywhere can relate to trying to teach their children lessons about life. This book is designed to help teach the lesson about picking a p...
This is a story of a man's walk-through time, space, and different worlds. He was giving a helping hand to the people he met in the way only he could....
Through The Adventure of Floyd and Nelson, the young reader will see how fun, hard, and rewarding it is to follow the Lord as Floyd and Nelson gather the full armor of God in a new and exciting way. You will meet some rather odd characters who will help the boys along their journey and a few rather scary ones as well.
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Blessed by the Grace of God is about how the Lord has always been by my side even when I took a wrong turn in life. He never gave up on me. I have always loved God but didn't give him the devotion he deserved. He was patient with me and must have known that I would come around sooner or later. God has blessed me so many times and his blessings continue. I am...
Sammie the Shark and the Return of the Lost Gift is a story about a shark named Sammie. Sammie and his friends live in the colorful Coral Bay. He finds a treasure, which he is not sure at first what this reflective object could be. It all turns out to be a very special gift for a special someone he loves very much....
Getting ready to start school for the very first time is such an exciting time for children everywhere. The new friends they will meet, the teachers they will have, and, of course, getting to ride the big yellow school bus! Timmy will soon be able to be a part of all the fun, and he can't wait!...
Dr. Trevor Knight, having survived his ordeal in The Misophonic Murders, has accepted a position as the head of psychiatry at the prestigious University of California, San Francisco.
Trying to come to grips with the loss of Chief John B. Smelly, Knight intends to get as far away from Paltry Station and its horrific memories as he can.
Life has ...
The wonder of poetry can be found in its simplicity. Each phrase is easy for the reader to comprehend. Words are properly selected and then composed in a rhythmic manner to convey a special meaning.
In God's Glorious Design, the emphasis is placed on God's miracle of creation. Scenes from nature are depicted to secure the attention of the reader, and ...
A book to share with your children daily how much of a blessing they truly are. With a blend of fun illustrations and pictures from the great outdoors, this will be a book sure to captivate your child's imagination.
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The title of this book, I May Smell Like Bacon But I Haven't Oinked Yet, speaks to the resiliency of Richard Allen Warner, Captain USMC (ret.).
The Marine Corps motto: Semper Fidelis (always faithful) attests to the character of this man. And the three core values of the Marine Corps: Honor, Courage, and Commitment exemplify his life.
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Three More Mondays is more than a time check about life and death. It's about us, you and me. Together, we will explore, from the ancient time of Hippocrates to the present age, this ongoing saga of medical knowledge from twenty-six human maladies, A to Z, that I have witnessed, diagnosed or treated as a physician. As we embark on this intimate medical ody...
Happenstance is a delightful fairy tale about fortune and misfortune. The story begins with the sibling birth of twins, one of which is St. Nicholas, a.k.a. Santa Claus. The story answers questions on why St. Nicholas decided to give gifts rather than receive them on his birthday, how reindeer's learned to fly, and why Santa Claus lives in the North Pole. Th...
A Southern State of Mind—a lighthearted, contemporary Christian romance—takes place in the fictitious town of Mullerton, Mississippi, located between Jackson and Hattiesburg.
It is the story of the Willis family who own prosperous Willis Farms. Matriarch Olivia Willis, not wanting to be responsible for such a large enterprise after the death of he...
Join Brogan as he encounters life's adventures with Christy, a shaggy and strong-willed miniature donkey who is in need of a loving home and help to find her family.
This illustrated poem will warm your heart and ignite your imagination to find adventure in your own backyard.
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The Trusting Pup is a story to help children find peace in Jesus and to take the first steps in trusting Him through life's ups and downs, written through the Holy Spirit with a genuine love for children. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me” (Matthew 19:14)
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In studying the Bible for many years, I've learned that every command of GOD leads us back to two commands: loving GOD and loving your neighbors (Exodus 20). These passages clearly point out how we should be functioning as children of GOD. A person who refuses to harken to GOD is automatically in obedience to other gods, even the god of self. Deception is wh...
Jesus told us long ago, “[C]ome to me…and I will give you rest.” This work stems from an understanding of who the Lord is and why he wants us to come to him. It is not about prosperity but about humility—who Christ was and his true power and glory. It is the reason for this book, the Lord's love and saving grace for those who “come to him.”...
Sheep Nellie enjoys knitting for her friends and family but spends most of her time taking care of her work. She encounters another more serious problem as the story progresses and learns some valuable lessons about dealing well with everyday frustrations and challenges. Sydni Phillips's cute yet practical rhyming story will keep your attention and possibly ...
There are gaps in the homes, communities, and schools of America's urban youth. These gaps have become a major source of social and educational inequity. America's urban youth are fertile seeds full of great potential. Unfortunately, many of those seeds do not grow to reach the full maturity of the possibilities they possess. In clear and compelling ...
Changing Your Mind-set in Thirty Days is a devotional that will chronicle how you will begin to put into practice those things that would help into developing a healthy, positive mind-set guiding you into a place of faith, hope, and renewal, unlocking the doors that held you captive by bringing you to a place of purpose and destiny.
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The world speaks what the mind thinks. Grace reveals and transforms. When the light shines, everything else disappears. The earth and heaven declare his glory. Only man can block him from his sight. What distinguishes man from all creation can be his downfall. The treasure is in everyone. Few choose to uncover, dissolve, and live it.
God is love incar...
An umbrella, it's a tangible object that protects from the elements like rain. But that's not what the umbrella stands for in the book. It's the intangible that covers your life.
Can a woman carry a fetus that has died, and then the child is born, alive? Can a person survive being attacked in their home, left for dead, bleeding, unconscious, no food o...
Come and join in on the fun, as we follow Charlie on his grandparent's farm. Learn as you go about left and right, up and down, and back and forth.
There are animals, and where there are animals, normally there is mud and smelly stuff too. There is really bad smelly stuff.
There is never a dull moment when our Charlie is around. If trouble is w...
Parents, youth pastors, teachers, counselors, psychologists, or anyone who simply cares about engaging or connecting with children and adolescents (youth) could benefit by memorizing some simple communication techniques that have worked for me during my thirty years of experience in engaging and connecting with youth. These techniques are easy ways to memori...
Tell me something, did your special someone ever fill up the hot tub, put champagne on ice, throw rose petals around the tub, light the candles, and eat donuts, all while on a hot date with you? Check it out! There is another surprise to that romantic date.
You don't want to miss it or any of the other colorful characters and crazy escapades from our ...
This little book, as others, will allow children to visit a small farm with their imagination.
You will meet animals that in reality may never meet or play with.
Let your mind visit animals, walk in streams, play in the snow, and even ride a horse.
A book can take you anywhere you want to go but may never be able to go or see.
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It is Halloween time. The atmosphere is kind of spooky. Particularly when two playful ravens, Ren and Razz, play pranks on Brett, Blake, Gavin, and Maya. The kids do not wise up until something happens at the pumpkin patch. The group decides it is time to turn tables on those two mischief makers. The children come up with a hilarious plan on Halloween night ...
Blinky learned that when you are born with a disability,
God always provides another talent to make us whole.
All we have to do is look for the extra talent we have
been given....
The old witch, Alice Bigtoes of the Bigglebobs, is tired of everyone telling her how ugly she is. So she has devised a plan of revenge—to wipe away all the children's smiles on Halloween. She has just the right recipe to accomplish the task but she is missing one ingredient: a child's frown. In her search for that ingredient she encounters young Alex McDoo...
Battle Strong discusses real lifetime problems and how you can handle them and you can even learn and grow from them. This book will challenge people to turn the many times we ask, “Why is this happening?” to “why not?” This is a story that has the family relationships and how each family member dealt with the problem of disability and how friendsh...
As the mist rises from the forest on the warming morning breeze, so do the memories in an old man's mind. Rising up from long-forgotten places recessed deep within the mind, the changes of the seasons mirror the changes of your own life. Each separate and filled with wonder. Each giving a life lesson if you will only notice. Each day a gift. Each flower a wo...
As a lay evangelist at Antioch Baptist Church, 828 Greene Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11221 (overseer pastor, Dr. Robert M. Waterman), one Wednesday night while teaching children Bible study, one of my eight-year-old students asked me pertinent questions; thus, I wrote it down: if God created everything, then who created God?
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Everyone has a hero. Discover what makes Jesus the greatest hero—from his ultimate sacrifice to his endless miracles. Through poems and Bible verses, you will uncover the greatness of his teachings and unconditional love.
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This is a book that demonstrates how a person can get the image of God. Adam and Eve were created in the image of God but lost it. They were given freedom of choice. Unfortunately, they rejected God and chose the way of Satan, which has been passed on to all of us down through the centuries from parent to child. The Bible is accepted as truth. Every step of ...
I have a passion for the education of young children. I have always been mesmerized by their imagination. Perhaps this was due to my own upbringing as a child, often venturing into the woods, thinking about things that I would hope to be, people I would hope to meet, experiences that I would help to undertake, and dreaming at the expense of reality. Admitted...
When Cats Had No Tails, is the mythical saga of how a little cat Named Ben turned a bad day in the forest into a life changing event for generations of cats forever. In lyrical verse and rhyme we learn how seemingly bad experiences can end up with great endings if we don't let them discourage us. ...
Have you ever wondered about some of the lesser known people mentioned in the Bible? There are many people in the Bible who were helpers of the significant ones like David, Moses, Peter, and Paul. For example, Abigail, one of David's wives, saved her family because she was thoughtful and hardworking. Uriah, the husband of Bathsheba, lost his life because of ...
This is the story of four active, energetic siblings who begin a normal day, heading out to go to school. On the way, they run into some annoying problems and then they make a fascinating choice which turns into a very sticky situation. Their parents and their school principal all become involved, but they learn a basic lesson about integrity and the reward...
When little Angela's father asks her to help him in their backyard, Angela has no idea that they are going to plant tulip bulbs and grow a spring garden. In this book children learn about the seasons, about nature's patterns of dormancy and growth, about working and waiting.
Best suited for ages four through twelve.
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My Porch Light is the final book of the Porch Series. This book explains how Frank and I have conquered many obstacles together as well as individually. I have learned some very effective ways to control my PTSD, relax, and enjoy my life again. I report the lessons I've learned from my research and truly believe they will be very helpful for ...
Fifth-grader Joe Snyder has a dream of one day playing baseball for the Minnesota Twins. His immediate goal, however, is to become a member of the Apple Valley Bears, along with his two friends, Mario Benoit and Lynn Rodriguez. The Apple Valley Bears are trying to become the tenth team in the Minnesota Regional Baseball League.
The book traces Joe's e...
Pooks and Boots Put on the Armor of God, is an adventurous “must” have book for children as they face daily battles. They will learn how to be victorious using the Armor of God! They will see how Pooks and Boots use the invisible, powerful and supernatural Armor of God to overcome all things!
The story is based on the Bible verse Ephesians 6:10-2...
Things were supposed to be better coming west! Why? Why? Why did the Almighty One do things like this? Why was I left all alone?
Katie Kurtz doesn't know whether she wants to live or die. She finds herself completely alone, with no reason to go on living—until Michael arrives and takes her under his wing.
Then there is Josh who, unbeknownst t...
The air smelled so fresh and clean. A storm had just passed over with lots of rain as we made our way to a place in the mountains, a place I had planned on visiting for some time now, hoping here I would find what I was looking for—the piece of evidence that would bring you back to me.
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Perfectionism. A simple word, but a simply unattainable thing we still strive for. It's a nearly inescapable trap many have fallen into, and they have lost themselves in the process. Does an escape route exist? Can a person truly stop trying to please other people or criticize their shortcomings? Can anyone change cultures that demand extreme excellence? Yes...
Real change is elusive. Have you ever failed to reach a goal or New Year's resolution? It can be disappointing and discouraging when it happens. Many people have simply given up trying. Real inner change or transformation involves a process. It requires some work. In the transformation process of metamorphic rock, extreme heat and pressure will change limest...
Paul Gaius Chambers is a broken man. His wife and unborn child have died in a car accident, and it has destroyed his faith, and faith is his business. He is a pastor, and now he is on a ninety-day sabbatical to see if he can find his faith again.
On his journey, he meets a small, little man who takes him on a tour of the chaos and degradation that thr...
As an immigrant, I have a unique insight to all the changes that have occurred or are occurring in this nation. The divisiveness that has been resulting from the politics recently has really had an effect on the way we are dealing with each other. The time for an honest assessment has come. Without one, we will all suffer. As a citizen, is it my right to spe...
Shining Spirit has grown up. He now wants to help his fellow animals. He sees a need to help others. The need may have come because his family helped him, I tend to believe that it was in God's plan all the time. God has given him a special talent, the mind, and developing a good character to do something instead of looking and just commenting on it.
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I Haven't Always Been a Good Girl is an extraordinary, intimate detail of the life of a young black girl who grew up in a small town in Lake Providence, Louisiana.
In this book, I denote what life was like growing up in a very poor community. Facing a life that was filled with disappointments, rejections, and heartaches was not easy for me. I had to d...
Val is a young boy living with his mother; his father is gone. In the woods near his home, he meets a giant spruce tree. Spruce, the giant Sitka spruce tree is steadfast; his roots are planted deep in the earth just as his values are planted deep in his spirit. Their friendship matures and endures until the time of Spruce's death. The story combines real lif...
Ben is so excited to celebrate his seventh birthday with his friends. However, this birthday party has a twist that takes Ben and his friends on an adventure full of surprises. You are invited to join the party and discover that doing random acts of kindness can be just as much fun as receiving them.
The Happiest Birthday Ever will inspire and teach r...
Everyone can sense that something is going to happen sometime and somewhere.
We witness the events of our world around us and concerns flood our heart and mind. Most of what is happening is way beyond our control and that is what frightens us the most.
We know that we are out of control, or are we?
This book will give you...
What are the teaching skills and personal characteristics that distinguish truly remarkable teachers from the many “good” teachers? Clearly, the answer goes beyond knowledge of subject matter and love of teaching. In fact, great teachers make a personal connection with their students that is meaningful, impactful, and heartfelt. Donna Stack was that teac...
When a young man begins to question how a loving God could allow the kind of sorrow and violence that exists in the world today, he turns to his father for answers. The God that I Know is one father's unique way of responding to his son's doubts about the nature of God. Through the use of verse, the young man's father acknowledges the existence of the proble...
As often as she could, my mother would take my brothers and me to church. That was the greatest gift she ever gave to us. However, betrayal from both my parents spun me into a vortex of not knowing whether or not God was real.
Some days, I was full of faith; others, full of doubt. I was furious with God, so I built a wall that was too high and thick f...
There is a plan for each of our lives. Things happen in the right place and time if we trust and believe the Lord and choose to allow ourselves to listen for his voice.
Rock Point, California, a North Coast seaport town, has been home to Matthew Sullivan and his ten-year-old daughter, Molly, for five years. He was eagerly welcomed into the community a...
Tragedy swirls around Anthony. His life turned upside down. His world shattered before him. But in the midst of it all, he is offered no pause and is forced to retreat with his burdens. Ashley and Kevran are powerless to help Anthony through the darkness that envelops him. Trapped in despair, he continues his journey but isn't allowed time to mourn. Vanessa,...
What began as a book about the greatness of God's love for His creation, man, evolved into a deeper and more personal understanding of the continual relationship desired by God. The book intertwines God's revelations to a great-grandmother and to her great-grandson. Discovery of a book written by his great-grandmother over fifty years ago led the author to m...
Questions for the Journey came as a result of a passion to know God more fully by exploring questions in the Bible. To my amazement, the questions created space for God to work deeply in my life.
This devotional book by design requires a process for the integration and application of daily Bible reading. I have included that process for devotional rea...
Tiny Drop is afraid. He is about to step into the unknown, but he is not alone. Papa Drop has done this many times before. Join Tiny Drop for his first trip through the water cycle.
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Some families, it appears, cruise serenely through life with very little turmoil and tragedy while some others experience a host of disasters and catastrophes as their story unfolds. It is for these that the author has written.
She and her family have lived through many tragedies; it seems that they are either just getting over some upheaval, or they ...
Flip and Flop is the first book of the Flip and Flop series. This book tells the story of when the twin brothers were born and how they become best friends. Siblings will be your best friends forever....
Peter the Pteropod is happily traveling the world to see his friends Hans Peter and Pete Skeeter. They realize something very bad is happening to our oceans, especially when they see a hole in Pete Skeeter's shell. Scientists on land find a way to help and determine it is up to you and me to save marine life under the sea, and it's easier than you think.
Meconium Aspiration is an infant's story of the birth and stay in a neonatal intensive care nursery. This is a memory of all infants who have struggled and succumbed with this disease. Our hearts go out to all who have had children born with it. God bless all!...
The Adventures of Brothers is a heartfelt book about a little boy expecting a baby brother. As the book begins with the anticipation of the boy's parents walking through the door at any moment with the new bundle of joy, the boy's imagination takes him off on the endless adventures the brothers will dive into. There are several brother books, but none that t...
The picture of a young boy fishing on a riverbank was a familiar scene that was not uncommon in the southern rural states. This picture was in a local newspaper, and it seemed to cry out for a story about who this young lad was and what his life was like. Where did he come from, where did he live, what was his childhood like, was he an only child, etc. The s...
From Good to Great is a practical and spiritual guide to encourage all walks of life to shift from a place of complacency to operating in their greatest potential. We all have purpose, and the goal of this book is to serve as a directive for those who desire to capitalize on their possibilities. With maximizing our potential, there are a lot of deterring fac...
The stories in this book are all short. Some of them are pretty funny, some awfully serious, some upbeat and adventurous, while still others are quite sad. There's humor, romance, heartbreak, suspense, and even some career advice. You'll laugh and you might even cry, but most of all, you'll be thoroughly ENTERTAINED. Once you start reading RAMBLINGS, you won...
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Child upbringing is a world challenge. The ever-changing international interactions have made it a household subject. It needs concerted efforts to come up with loving, peaceful, and developed international communities. Parents, communities, religions, governments, and international organizations are duty-bound. Comparative steps bei...
You're knocking and I open the door. An amazing peace overtakes me. I want everyone to know that You are not only my Savior, but You're my best friend. Because of You I live with joy in my heart.
For the person choosing this book I lift you up to our dear Lord, and pray His Holy Spirit work in you, through you, and for you. May these pages bring you...
Grouchy Goose and Gossipy Goose wanted to play goosy games all geese play like Tag-You're-It, Duck-Duck-Goose, and Goosy-Goose-Ballet. But in order to play with the other geese they had some changes they needed to make. They both had to change their bad habits and fix all their un-goosy mistakes.
Join Grouchy Goose in this funny rhyming tale about two...
Oftentimes we are bombarded with images of idols that appear to have it all. If we, as young girls and women, are not careful, we may subconsciously begin to believe we need to measure up to those often-misleading images.
Comparing ourselves to others is a trap that robs us of our power to live in our own truth and authenticity. We were uniquely and w...
This book is about left-handed golfers. Most play golf for a living. However, there are a few names not necessarily associated with golf. For example, did you know Babe Ruth was a left-handed golfer and a darn good one at that. Former president Barack Obama is a left-handed golfer. Mardy Fish, once ranked number nine in the tennis tour, is a left-handed golf...
Our children progress from babies to adults in the blink of an eye, and we as parents are left wondering, “How did that happen?” With humor and biblical insights harvested from years of military travel, ministry, and raising two boys, author Kathy Woodbury reveals candid truths she has captured during the process of cultivating babies to adults. From a t...
By the Grace of God will help you to comprehend how your choices have gotten you to where you are today. Life is full of never-ending choices; some big and some small. This book will help you see the error of your way thus far. The good news is it's NOT too late. You can begin to make right choices so you can turn things around little by little… one small ...
Wisdom is a lifelong pursuit—particularly the wisdom found in Proverbs. After a decision for acceptance of the gospel, the ultimate question for Christian believers is, “How then shall we best live this one and only life we have been so graciously given?” Proverbs opens with a convincing catalog of the wonderful benefits of following God's precepts for...
Isaac Aeppli's Juxtapose and Sarsaparilla Jump to the Moon! is about two loveable characters who use their magical powers to travel to the moon. The adventure begins with both figuring out how they could go to the moon. They travel to the moon and explore the original site of the moon landing. It ends with Juxtapose and Sarsaparilla coming back to earth to a...
Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or have you experienced deep despair? I spent so much of my life that way and turned to alcohol to escape the battles in my mind. Once I reached the bottom, I called out and surrendered to God. He answered and changed my life. But change is never easy, and there are always trials and tribulations. These poems reflect my ...
There is a horrible smell that seems to be coming from Josh's room. Josh's mom investigates and finds that Josh's room is a disaster. As Josh's mom cleans each part of the room, she is sure that the smell will go away, but it doesn't. Finally, Josh comes home and is sent to clean his closet, where they finally find the source of the smell.
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Who said adults are the only ones who dread Mondays? This story is about a little girl who quickly turns sad when she realizes her weekend is coming to an end. With the help of her mother and father, she learns that Mondays aren't as bad as they seem.
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The only things Tessa and Grady have in common are their school classes, or so it seems. Seventeen-year-old Tessa is the kindhearted daughter of the village baker who longs to be able to express her faith beyond the four walls of her home. She is determined to find a way to have the Silentium Directive overturned and find freedom for herself and her neighbor...
In a time of much uncertainty in today's world, getting to know God is something a person will never regret. God is not only all powerful, but he is eternally good; he is not just strong and mighty but is tender as a mother with a babe at her breast. God is not just majestic, but delightful.
Prayer enables every individual to experience God pe...
At last, a crash course not written by a college
professor, a self-help guru, or a Tibetan monk to
help Christians avoid the potholes of life. With
a down-to-earth approach, Talk to Me, God...I'm
Confused is all about acknowledging the problems
of life and dealing with them with patience and
understanding. When Chris...
A great book that mixes real-life reminders and tips on how to eat healthy and control weight every day and at special events with humor mixed in. I have always understood what to do to lose weight. This book helps the mind in how to really put that knowledge into action. (Monica K., age 45)
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The crocodile is a killer. They are feared by many and are gentle in many ways. They appear to sleep but are waiting to eat their prey.
A ship on a mission to explore space is suddenly shot upon. It is a group of crocodiles. These crocodiles are invading space. A war has begun.
One of them, his name is Crocodile Man, becomes a hero.
He m...
Imagine if you could go on an adventure right in your neighborhood. Readers of Scrooge's Walking Adventures will do just that. Follow Scrooge, a Boston terrier, as he finds adventures right around the corner. Meet his neighbors, Mark, Roger, Lennon, Aoife, Wallace, and Dorothy and make friends with them. The reader will learn lessons in kindness and generosi...
The Great Commission: Spread the Word to All the World—156 weekly individual Scriptural narratives posted every Sunday on social media from January 2015 to January 2018. These scriptural compilations were intended to entice all readers to the Holy Word.
My main objective was an attempt to enlighten and inspire anyone that does not know the Word of ...
Church leaders caught in immoral behavior and the cover-up of physical, sexual, spiritual, and psychological abuse—authoritarian leaders who insist on maintaining control over the flock while wreaking havoc and causing profound emotional, spiritual, and psychological stress, including the need for psychiatric hospitalization, while some even succum...
Our Miracle after Midnight is a personal account of God's love and miracle-working power at work. As we prayed, released faith by speaking God's Word only, we witnessed our son Darius' miraculous recovery after a horrific car accident on October 3, 2013. We received the call from the police woman at 12:57 a.m.
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Can I Be? is about a driven little girl who has dreams and aspirations in her life. Her dreams feel less like dreams and more like reality to the girl. Her parents have a lot to do with that. As she has parents that are very positive, supportive, and an influential part of the little girl's life.
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He was an ordinary young man, with a passionate vision, and an exceptional work ethic. Life is such that we never know for certain what the future holds. The Shaw family had high hopes for their son Jamiel's future. He was blessed with exceptional athletic and academic abilities. JAS was well mannered and a joy to live with.
Unfortunately, JAS's life...
Discovering the one true source of everlasting joy upon salvation, it becomes one's choice to realize and recognize the blessing of this joy scripted throughout each chapter of one's life. This book is a personal journey of recognizing that joy within every chapter of life. In an intimate glimpse within the very pages of each chapter, Missy shares the detail...
Parable of the Butterfly Garden: Growing Beauty from the Manure is
a comparison of the struggles the author endures as she creates and
maintains a butterfly garden to the struggles she, as a woman living
in a broken world, faces day-by-day. The book creates a treasure map
guiding the reader into faith when circumstances attack.
After I arrived in Warsaw, my niece Danielle Gamble was instrumental in getting me a job in the transportation department of the school district as a bus driver. Driving a school bus full of kids of all ages and surviving all the situations deemed this manual “necessary.” Kids will be kids, and they all are when they ride the school bus.
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When my husband passed away, I was overwhelmed with grief, with decisions that had to be made, and being alone. I had watched other individuals go through the transition to widowhood with such grace. I never saw the moments when they broke down. I never knew the struggles they experienced time and time again in that first year. Now here I was navigating thro...
I was born the ninth child, and there was no love for me. I came into this world feeling unworthy and unloved. I never received hugs or kisses, and “I love you” was never heard. As a child, I hid inside myself, but through it all, God kept me close...
Humor on college campuses? Not so much! If any significant amount at all, it is generally within the student ranks. Administrators and staff are too busy by administering and coordinating. Faculty are far too busy teaching, debating, and engaging in scholarly inquiry.
Fortunately, there is a small number in higher education who sees a bit of humor in ...
I wrote this book as a helpful guide for families who want to know if homeschooling is for them. It takes you through step-by-step—from deciding if it's the right decision to setting up and getting started. I also answer some myths that plague the homeschooling community....
A young girl is visited by an angel. This event saves her and her family from disaster. As Veronica grows, marries, and has children, she continues to receive divine messages and experiences. Not always understood by her but never forgotten nonetheless.
This book is an account of just some of these experiences and how they have come to guide her ...
Stand Tall and Stand Out, Fiona is a book about a pale pink flamingo who feels anxious being in a world of vibrant pink flamingos.
Fiona soon learns, with the help of a friend, that our differences are what make us beautiful.
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ASBPM has designed a biblically strategic participant guide which assists individuals in taking an in-depth, individualized view of what they need to do to prevent them from returning to “sowing to the flesh (relapsing).” It also helps each individual to recognize their particular needs (spiritual, emotional, and mental) by identifying their strongholds,...
In her novel, Hope Makes the Heart Glad, author Marjorie Linton validates biblical promise that God is absolute good, equally present everywhere and within everyone. She affirms the absolute truth that God is omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient. Because God is absolute good and equally present everywhere, good is, therefore, the essence of everything.
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Mary Grace Landers and Ethan Grant have one of those undying remarkable loves that everyone would like to experience just once in their lifetime. An extraordinary love that surpasses description. They live in a time when handwritten letters were important and, sometimes, the only means of communication. Their story starts when they are in their teens living...
The scriptures reveal that God appeared to Solomon in a dream and asked, “What shall I give you?” Solomon responded, having asked for wisdom and knowledge to judge righteously (1 Kings 3:5–15, 2 Chron. 1). However, God blessed King Solomon to become the wisest, most honorable, and wealthiest man who ever lived. In 1 Kings 4:29–34, the scriptures decl...
Looking back, it was amazing how my brain processed the whole incident. Even though I had repeated my statement numerous times to the police, family and friends, it was as if I was telling a story about someone else.
Becky Erkkila is courageously sharing her story to enlighten others about the domestic violence victim mentality. Through her challengin...
Christians believe that when a person dies, angels (also known as Takers) come down from heaven to retrieve the soul and take it back to Saint Peter for judgment. But what happens if errant angels take the soul of a young man who is not yet scheduled to die? All hell breaks loose!...
It seems I am best at expressing my love for the Lord through music and poetry, and so out of that longing came the desire to pen “Poems for the Heart of God.” I wanted to share something that gave me great joy and encouragement, with others. I wanted to write something that would implant a seed and inspire communication with our Master, especially as we...
Mystery at Mirror Lake is about issues after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. It takes place in a small mountain town in North Carolina. Denton Gage is the new Sheriff of Mirror Lake; he comes from New York City and was with the NYPD and one of the first responders when 9/11 attacks took place. He lost his wife in the attacks so after the dust s...
She lives in the shadow of another's past.
Princess Raven only ever wanted one thing—to become the beloved queen of her people. Since the day she was born, she'd received nothing but fear and hatred from those around her, all because her familiar happens to be reminiscent of the beast controlled by the tyrant king of ages past. Was it her fault her ...
Brett, Blake, and Gavin meet Stanford the seagull on the beach when Stanford cleverly snatches a piece of Blake's sandwich. As wisecracking Stanford informs the boys it is in his nature to steal, he is distracted when a little canary flies by. Stanford has a crush on the pretty yellow bird and goes to any length to impress her. Meanwhile, the boys build a sa...
Although an upbeat and positive novel, this book has a timeless message: during part of the nineteenth century and throughout the entire twentieth century, a perceptible shift of values occurred in the West, particularly in the United States. This shift has created a present-day tragic intellectual and moral crisis for all of us, especially our children.
For me, the most fascinating and informative journey back in history would be AD 33, along an old dirt road winding toward the small unremarkable town by the name of Emmaus, nearly seven miles northeast of Jerusalem. Journey with me as we investigate the imagined words of Jesus of Nazareth as he spoke to Cleophas and Mary, encouraging them not to giv...
This is the inspiring story of the work of John and Billie Barret in the bush country of Kenya, East Africa.
Billie, a nurse was used of God to build a medical complex in an area without electricity, running water and very little money.
John and their adopted Kenyan son, Thad Omari, developed Christ centered primers in the Swa...
Thank You Jesus for the glorious gift of sight. “In Your Eyes” speaks of the sight of seeing others as you see them. In these pages you will find exorbitant expense to procure this gift for us. I want you, the reader, to enjoy the wonder of walking through these pages with me as I walk through the life of little ones that God has entrusted in all of u...
Imagine a world after the Rapture. Imagine you're not saved! How would you survive? What does the
Bible say? What about Armageddon? What about the new millennium? This is one man's vision of what the world might be like brought relevant to today's strange world. Read on to discover what might happen!
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Evie is a fourteen-year-old girl who comes to the realization that she is extremely overweight following a number of events in her life that cause her to admit that she is unable to fit into the clothes she loved to wear. With the encouragement and support of her family, she begins to change her eating habits and is transformed from being extremely overweigh...
There was a little baby colt born on Farmer Brown's farm. Farmer Brown's wife named him Spotty. He was a wonderful sight to see and to watch him grow and see him get into trouble. He had a lot of animal friends that helped watch over him.
I want to thank my God for guiding me, my church family for all their prayers, my neighbor for all...
When asked, “What is poetry?” my response might be, “Poetry is the language of the soul that sees the human experience, understands the feelings, and gives meaning to the journey. I might even describe it as the musical score of the heart, sung from our lips, seen and heard with our ears and eyes.”
For This Life and Love: A Grace in Time, is ...
Affirming My Faith can be described as one of the resolute biblical teachings concerning the basic tenants of bible-based Christianity. The book is systematically designed to assist each reader in not only obtaining a full understanding of the foundational new testament doctrine as it pertains to the arguments which reveal exactly why Jesus is both Lord and...
This book is a comprised of four years of writing poetry. This book of Christian poetry is meant be read by Christians and non-Christians alike to get them to think about what Jesus has done for us throughout our daily lives. This book came about because I, as a servant of the Lord, want to praise and worship our Holy God....
A rhythmic and beautifully illustrated picture book, “Nick Has Epilepsy” gently explains what seizures may look like and what may happen during them. For children with epilepsy or as an early educational piece for others, “Nick Has Epilepsy” is an introductory source of encouragement for any child or family living with epilepsy....
Travel with a young baby boomer as he leaves home, “dropping out” like so many in his generation coming of age and out of the crazy '60s, the “decade of assassins.” Wandering and writing as though drawing maps and seeking a lifestyle far removed from the war-torn culture he knew to be misguided, he discovers friendship, tragedy, heartbreak and redemp...
A story for those whose days cannot contain all their dreams and whose nighttime adventures are for remembering.
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After two very tiny, hungry kittens showed up at farmer's house on a country road, the family reluctantly fed them, knowing the kittens would then continue to stay around. As you read this story you will see how the family continued to feed and love these two kittens, and in no time decided to keep them. You will also see how the family believes they were ...
What do you do when your apparently heterosexual Christian spouse reveals they are gay or same-sex attracted? The revelation leads to a shattering of the heterosexual spouse, especially if they have been married a long time. Deception: Revelation to Release Responses to My Secret Gay Spouse by Deborah Nottingham opens a personal view on her journey of decept...
Thomas Quincy is a middle-aged man who is a member of the US Army Reserve and works for the Reserves as a civilian too. He is lonely, so he coaxes an alley cat into the apartment where he lives in St. Louis, Missouri. He names the cat “PC.”
In this book, we see scenes from the life of PC, both in the neighborhood in St. Louis and in places in Ohio...
Prodigious is about who we are as human beings. It is about a story of a man who has gone through the same struggles many others have, how we as human beings can overcome the negative things that life hits us with and show that it is never too late to turn things around for the better. It helps describe a little of who God is and how he has always been there...
The book's title Knowing Why They Lied; Apologetics for Dummies is intended to convey that the average churchgoing Christian might benefit by a handy evangelism tool that anyone, Christian or non, can evaluate, share, or use. Hence the “for Dummies” application, not suggesting that anyone is dumb, but that many are handicapped in their ability to define ...
Part I reveals that God is not a remote and austere religious figure and by living within His parameters (design) through His covenant, we can have a successful, intimate, vital, living relationship with Him. We are created in the image and likeness of God and that influences our responsibility to our Creator. God's love, forgiveness, fruit of the Spirit, an...
How will a woman know what her life will be like as a pastor's wife? How will she find her place within the congregation and the inner-workings of the church? How will she handle the diverse issues that will come to her door and the many challenges that she will face? Read the advice of many pastors' wives who have told their amazing stories of how they foun...
The enemy every day wants to devour us or draw us away from God's will for us—His present and future children. The enemy wants to confuse, corrupt, and drag us into conflict to keep the believing Christians from carrying out the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16–20). The enemy's endgame being that we also end up in the pit prepared for him and his angels (...
Is how you interact with others based on your professional aspirations? Have you lost friends and damaged family relationships as you achieved professional success? Follow this remarkable true-life story of how one woman struggled with success. By sharing actions and choices from personal experiences, she demonstrates what it means to live with success, fa...
• The little recognized and acted-upon answers to this life's greatest adventures and rewards are found in the following pages.
• You are being given the opportunity to learn and experience the following answers and mysteries and wonders of God.
• Matthew 6:33 states, “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all ...
Everything seemed perfect in Isabelle's world until the sudden death of a loved one. The death forces Isabelle into marriage to a man she does not love. Her new husband becomes her appointed protector and assures her that they can eventually love each other, but her love belongs to someone that she has loved for as long as she can remember. She longs to be h...
The Mayflower has arrived back in orbit at Earth. But something is wrong. It appears that all human life on Earth is gone. Otherwise, the planet appears normal. What happened to Earth's population, and will it also happen to the crew of the Mayflower? The captain has decided that he must lead an exploratory team to the planet's surface to determine why the p...
Redemption is a story of two men, both of whom hit rock bottom due to their own actions. Both lost family, jobs, friends—nothing remained.
The author bore witness to their journey, and with other Christian volunteers, tried to help them rebuild their lives.
One was successful, the other not....
My Name is Tommie: My Story of Hydrocephalus is a simple teaching tool I used to support my son in his understanding of his hydrocephalus. I used it to expose him to different techniques to navigate through life, while embracing his uniqueness created by God in a simple story.
Here are some facts about children with hydrocephalus:
33% have vis...
Voice of Hope is comprised of inspirational poems and words to soothe and comfort the soul. It tackles and addresses fears, roadblocks, betrayal, self-doubt, social injustice, and other issues that may have, and have, arisen in anyone's life. It's thought-provoking and stirs up social norms and practices. Sometimes it reflects and laments over choices made i...
Shiloh, the horse Marly had claimed as her own from the moment they had arrived, was surrounded by a pack of wolves. They were snipping and biting at her legs.
“James, what should we do?”
“I saw a gun in the barn. You get up on the fence. Now!”
“But—”
“No buts, Catheigh. Get up on the fence. Now!”
Catheigh...
While visiting their grandparent's millpond home Drew and Addison meet and become fast friends with Virgil. Virgil is an old Canada goose; the lone survivor of twelve goslings delivered and then released by USPS. Across his many migrations Virgil has always enjoyed sharing the twelve's glorious history. Until Drew and Addison, and a young mated pair, Eagan a...
There was an English heir in Portland who needed servants, and Lynn Emerald was willing to take the job.
After all, a servant girl couldn't amount to much. And it should never be dangerous.
Twenty years after the death of George William Spencer, Lynn Emerald enters the mansion.
There she finds a special family—
A strange maid
The title Watchman! Watchman! What of the Night? was selected on the basis of the soon-to-unfold Great Tribulation Period (GTP). The purpose of the title is to attract an interest in the reply that the watchman gave: “I see the dawn coming, and also a Night!” It is this approaching “Night” that the watchman saw—which represents the judgments of God...
The title Who's Paying Attention? focuses on my quest to personally know the God of All Creation and subsequently over the years to “get to grips” with the contents of “the Bible” the way God would want mankind to understand them. Included in the title logic is the use of specific help-aids in the form of Bibles, dictionaries, atlases, etc., and not ...
God never chooses one of the eleven disciples to reveal what happened at Calvary but chose a persecutor of the church, a very religious, observer of the Law, an individual named Saul. Later, after his conversion, the mystery of the gospel is revealed to him by the revelation of Jesus Christ. He (Paul) becomes the very first and only to preach, teach, and wri...
“He shoots! He scores! The crowd goes wild,” says Bryan, a four-year-old African American boy who dreams of someday playing professional basketball. Bryan is a huge basketball fan and enjoys mimicking the players from the teams. In this amusing yet heartwarming story, Bryan learns from his family that becoming a professional athlete takes a lot of determ...
Do you believe in dragons? Neither did David and his family until, one night, everything changed with finding a little lizard. Talking his parents into keeping the lizard as a pet was just the beginning until the little lizard started changing and growing. At least, they thought it was a lizard. Follow a family as they learn anything is possible even if you ...
In 2016 there were 437,465 children and teens across America removed from their homes and placed into foster care. The majority brought with them trauma from neglect and abuse they had experienced early in life.
For over 45 years, Bruce T. Anderson has worked with hundreds of youth who have known trauma firsthand. Many have learned to breathe ...
Red: The Color of Murder is a mystery set in the 1960s. Jo Lewis, a nineteen-year-old girl, finds herself in jail for the murder of her mother. The trauma has caused psychogenic amnesia. Fighting to remember, Jo is exasperated by inmates, prodded by a psychiatrist, and questioned by her lawyer. Her mind wanders to the past to avoid thinking about her mother ...
This book will unlock the meaning and pattern of worship, provide a How To for personal and congregational worship, and equip you for greater success in your spiritual battles, most importantly, the study of this book brings you into the presence of the LORD. If you are looking for a deeper walk with God, this book is for you!...
Jeremy Peters is a seventeen-year-old senior. He is searching for something. Despite having a girlfriend who loves him, a best friend who is completely loyal, and is the star of the high school football team, he is still searching. Jeremy suffers a potential career-ending injury and then begins a true internal search, which will impact him for the rest of hi...
Here Come the Romans is a progressive survey on the historical influence of Rome and how it influenced the times, events, customs, religious institutions, and specifically the life of Jesus, the Jewish people, and the New Testament. Its progressive style guides the reader through a six-hundred and seventy-five-year period of selected history to educa...
Allison is not your typical alligator. She's sophisticated and refined and prefers the finer things in life. The uncivilized reptiles of her swamp think she is foolish, but Allison will stop at nothing to convince them there is more to life than the murky waters of their swamp. Will her latest plan work?...
The age-old German-chasing-the-Jew tale takes a different turn in this book as the conflicts of World War II are seen through the eyes of a Nazi's young adolescent son.
To Alfonso, it's confusing that while he gets in trouble for bullying at school, his father then turns around and becomes a hero for shooting a group of Jews. While General Adelric sit...
Every Scar Tells a Story is based on true events. It is filled with stories that will blow your mind in total unbelief. The life story of Jack Hawley is filled with despair and total chaos. It is a story about a young boy who has lost all hope after being dropped off at a boys' home at the age of five. Jack had to find his way to survive. It was a long road ...
This book has been designed specifically for the woman or man who has experienced the devastation of an unanticipated, undeserved divorce and profoundly desires to heal. It offers a practical, real world format that is focused on a multiplicity of proven healing strategies and suggestions.
The book is purposefully concise and succinct. It delves direc...
Do you have the desire to understand who you are and what makes you persevere to become greater? Having a low self-esteem can hinder you from achieving your dreams. It is vital to know that because we have an all-loving Father who created us in a realm of love that we can love ourselves. It is vital to know that Christ Jesus paid the price so that we can and...
AP is an interesting guy. He'd spent half a lifetime touring the country with different bands and musical acts, as a roadie and a tech, and he has the stories to prove it.
Near and dear to his heart is the band that started it all, Known Entity. AP's passion for Known Entity's music and band members unleashes a journey of discovery filled with moments...
Four Kittens in the Bathroom is a story about a feral cat that came to our backyard for a free meal and stayed to have three litters of kittens. The little calico cat, we named Mama, proved to be a great mother, very loving and caring. Her first litter had three kittens that spent the nights in our neighbor's garage, and during the day, they came into our ya...
Do you remember your elementary school days when your teacher held Show and Tell? In my book Bible Prophecy and Today: An Urgent Wake-Up Call! I take you back to those days. I show you how Bible prophecies written thousands of years ago are being fulfilled today! They are happening right before our eyes! I show you how God's word and today's world tell ...
Ever see a shoe on the side of the road and wonder how it got there or searched your house for a missing shoe never to be found?
The Lost Shoe is a heartwarming tale that laces together the adventure of a Right Shoe that gets separated from his owner and Left Shoe.
During his journey Right Shoe questions if he will ever be useful again. Experi...
Dear Addiction: Cease and Desist refers to ending your on-again-off-again relationship with addiction once and for all. Usually with any attempt at a healthy sober life, there is usually a revolving door of relapse before continued sobriety. This booklet helps to remove a lot of the tricks that addiction uses to stick around or to make returns in our...
A Holy Walk in the Wicked Woods testifies to the redemption found in Jesus Christ and offers support for believers who have a homosexual past or present feelings of the same. Hugh takes the reader through his development of homosexuality and depicts his journey with the Lord into a new life. Sexual attraction to one's own gender is addressed as an expression...
This book is a cautionary tale to every “happily married” man who believes he is incapable of having an affair. This book is also a warning to every married man considering adultery and a resource guide to those men committing adultery and want a way out or was discovered and wants to restore the marriage.
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My son Jeramy just killed his first elk when we heard the blood-curdling scream of the mountain lion. I said, “Listen up. Put four rounds in your magazine and one in the chamber 'cause that big cat is going to try and jump us.” My son took the lead. We had not gone far when I spotted him up in the rocks, perched like he was getting ready to jump my son. ...
Do you think there are trolls living under bridges? You might be right if you do! Follow this brave troll as he goes on an adventure when he smells delicious cupcakes, and his tummy is rumbling!...
GOD's Prophetic Word to You, are rhyming meditations that flow from the very heart of GOD to the heart of the reader. Included in this volume are Quiet Reflections for Troubled Times, Be Ye Therefore Comforted, and Pearls of Wisdom. Allow this premier collection of Anointed Living Messages to edify, encourage, and comfort you as they speak into your ...
As the title suggests, the stories and poems included in this work express the inner feelings of an older, retired gentleman as he describes the experiences in his life from his earliest memory. Some are humorous, emotional, patriotic, and inspiring as he shares his thoughts with others who have had similar events. They are intended to bring out the same f...
The MacNamara sisters are successfully living in Chicago. Annie is attending Northwestern University, and Sandy works as a senior editor at a major publishing company, a job she has dreamed of for a very long time. Their bond is stronger than ever. When Sandy wins a trip to Hawaii, the sisters have no idea the impact a chance meeting will have on the course ...
Happy and in love, right where they wanted to be, the Mann family was about to be thrown into the ring of insecurity. Walk with them as the Lord guides them through fear and uncertainty, trials and tribulations, danger at every turn, and new friends as well. Who can survive, and will their faith stay strong? Can their love survive the test of time?...
Siblings come in all shapes and sizes. They even sometimes have paws. Follow along with Brennen as he plays with his siblings Roxie, a lovable Rottweiler, and Bella, a playful Labrador retriever, and see what they like to do together. Do your siblings have paws?...
The Migration to Earth: The Unknown Worlds Book 2
In his travels to many planets, Anzar continues his mission as a messenger of peace. His family and friends travel with him to the past and the future. Their planet is Trevinia. They travel to Antarctica on a secret mission to find a wrecked spaceship. There they meet Lanzar, the lizard man.
Ot...
Ever thought to yourself, I wish I knew that when I was younger? Or, why didn't somebody tell me that before now?! Of course, you have, most everyone has. The information about how money works in this book is that kind of information. It can help people who are just starting off on their own and need to know the importance of money management and what having...
In He Will Be Our Guide, Dale & Sheryl Sullivan take the reader on a tour of 1970s highs, from a few years drugging to a lifetime adventure with Jesus. If you need encouragement that Jesus is alive and real, you need to read their book. Steve Simms, Author of Beyond Church and Off the RACE Track....
When I first began my journey as a pet sitter in Falmouth on Cape Cod, I had no idea where the journey would lead me. Pet sitting involves visits to clients' homes, giving peace of mind to pet owners, and eliminates the trauma that many pets experience when they are boarded in an unfamiliar environment.
I believe pets are God's example to us o...
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You are invited to come along on a spiritual journey of dreams, visions, and revelations from the Holy Spirit. If you have ever sat in a typical Sunday church service and thought There must be more than this, then you will enjoy the information contained within these pages. It is time for the manifestation of the sons of God who will truly deny themselves an...
More adventure awaits DL as he discovers the Spirit in the woods on a cold winter day. The Spirit will guide and instruct him to accomplish the plan to bring peace to Collateria. He is to use what is in his possession for magic, and Toshi has just given him an arrowhead necklace for Christmas. This will give him the power he needs to combat evil and recogni...
Come along to Grandpa Tidbits's as he sits in his favorite chair and recounts the day that the sun didn't shine.
It's the day before the annual fall jamboree, and all the pint-sized people known as the Tidbits are excited. Everything is ready and in place. Except the next morning, there is no sun! How will the Tidbits celebrate in the dark? From the f...
Ronnie and the Big Red Apple is a story of a naughty boy who lets his desire to have the apple of his eye get the best of him. When he resorts to mischievous behavior, he gets injured; and just as he recovers, his apple is lost. He learns some valuable lessons that being kind to others and patience are rewarded.
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Lorenza shows how God can use a child of little faith to show His strength. Lorenza's book asks, What will you do? Will you repent of your sins and turn or return to God? Or will you remain in your sin and serve Satan?
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Suzy and the Bug is the story of Aryanna, also known as Bug by her parents, and her cat Suzy. When the two go to the local park one day, it is to sit and read their favorite book, The Wizard of Oz. But when they fall asleep, the two wake-up to find that they have entered Oz themselves.
As they approach the Emerald City and speak with the Lion, Tin Man...
THE WAY to New Employment in 6 Stages is the first practical, step-by-step handbook for serious career professionals seeking to make a highly effective career transition. THE WAY represents the methodology which may be viewed as:
The Proven Way – The Best Way – The Certain Way – The Sure Way – The Most Efficient Way
THE WAY is uniquely...
As a body of believers, we have over complicated what it means to love God and love others while also failing to acknowledge, understand, explain, and participate in the full commission of Jesus Christ. Overall, the church has preached the Gospel, but has failed to teach the whole counsel of God by not instructing people how to walk in complete freedom while...
What would you do if you found out that your next-door neighbor carried a gun? Chelsea thinks she can't tell anybody because of a false 9-1-1 call that she made a month ago. But things get more complicated after she and her new friend TD learn about a young boy's kidnapping and then see a strange boy at that same neighbor's house! Of course, they decide to i...
The Coming Messiah: Hope for a Hurting World provides a glimpse of history and how the world arrived at this point in time by maintaining a focus on the nation of Israel. God's redemptive story is woven throughout its pages, providing encouragement and hope for those who may feel they have no hope. We see war and strife on every side, distress among nations,...
The Kingdom of Iridion is a divided country of Gifteds and Unfortunates, of those who are born for greatness with unique supernatural powers and of those who are born for servitude. Nora has only known serving the Montgomery household after her Choosing Ceremony until she is given the peculiar opportunity to go to Hopses Academy, a military school ex...
This is a must-needed book for my race. Trying to break down the walls of hate toward one another. Time to unite as one. My book has a lot of facts that had been forgotten. It seems as if we as blacks should know how to unite, but some are still ignorant to it. This is just a reminder of what we came from and what we should have forward to look to. Because w...
Waiting for My Dad is a fictional story yet so real in the lives of many young children who live with their single unmarried moms. Chad is a six-year-old little boy who awakes anticipating on meeting his dad. His mom told him that it would be the day his dream comes true. He would meet his dad, a dad that had never been a part of his life, a dad that he had ...
Intercessors: Who Are They? delves into what God “sees” in them and what they “see” within themselves.
What did God “see” in Abraham to whom He promised “. . . of thee I will make a great nation?” Why did God call him, “My Friend?” Interesting.
God “saw” in Moses a humble spirit that He could mold into an emancipator of ...
All of Our Blood and All of Our Treasure is a book written to keep a promise made to a dead friend. It deals with corruption, crime, lies, greed, and mental illness. It exposes the fact that one of our presidents was a homosexual along with one of our vice presidents. It deals with the hidden truth that one of our presidents was a late-stage syphilis...
Wind Kisses and Wind Hugs is based on a true story of how a grandma and a grandson convey a special and meaningful way to express their love for each other by sending kisses and hugs to each other delivered by the wind.
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Rory accidently wanders too far into the forest by his house. Along the way to find his parents, he meets several baby animals who have also wandered too far into the forest and are looking for their parents. Join Rory and his new friends as they make their way along the path to a wonderful surprise!...
This is a heartwarming story of a five-year-old deaf boxer Ezekiel who diligently tries to help Dad clean the yard on a Saturday morning. Even though his intentions are good, he finds himself in the most awkward situations and gets himself into plenty of trouble. He thinks of every excuse possible so he doesn't have to help Dad clean the yard. He sneaks to t...
Our author, Jeanne Arensman, is a seventy-nine-year-old mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She has been a widow since 1981 when her husband Don died of cancer. There were eight children to raise—one son and seven daughters. Now was a time for faith and courage.
The journey ahead required strategy, daily attention, patience, discipline, and ...
This book began as a series of letters written for women facing the most challenging circumstances of their lives. My spiritual sister, Vanessa Howard, was planning an event to celebrate cancer survivors. She called saying she wanted to bless the women with a makeover, a luncheon, and personalized gift baskets to take away. She prayed for God's guidance and ...
This is not just another diet book. This is a road map to finding the healthiest, fittest you.
In this book, you will find step by step instructions to changing your nutrition, exercise program, and mind-set for the ultimate body transformation available. The Skogg Sixty-Day Challenge has hundreds of success stories worldwide and the only thing missin...
How can Magi move on with her life now that her husband is suddenly removed from it? How can she convince her children that the strength she draws from God will not diminish though they have an uncertain future? Magi has many decisions to make, not the least of which is to give in to fear or give all to God. If she does trust Him completely, where will He ta...
We all search for ways to escape pain. Laura, a slave living in the nineteenth century, knows this better than anyone. Her owner promises any of his female servants freedom if she gives birth to fifteen healthy slaves. The suffering that Laura endures makes this proposal all the more enticing, but she must not allow her desire for freedom to betray her own c...
The Answers All of Them and No B.S. sounds like a pretty pompous statement, but when you consider it, this book proves that the Bible is the only perfect written composition, consisting of sixty-six books, written by many different men inspired by God, over a period of thousands of years. That proves God is real, using mathematics and fulfilled prophecy; tha...
Patricia Braun finds herself putting her past behind her and setting off for her future, a future that included a home of her own where she was mistress of her own course in life. However, when she returns to her beloved Evergreen after being sent to a preparatory school that taught her very little in the way of education, she finds her life not at all as sh...
In this book the author describes the situations, the challenges, and how she was able to overcome them through divine support and encouragement. The author shares the one thing that enabled her to face various difficult life challenges and move through them. Her challenges involved something that most people have faced at one time or another in their lives....
Somewhere in the very far future, mankind has gone through two more world wars and come out of those with one superpower wielded by one leader. But the earth has suffered the devastating effects of those wars upon the flora, fauna, and landscape; and it is now struggling to survive. The population is currently living hand-to-mouth on government handouts for ...
Abuse, whether emotional or physical, wounds deeply leaving scars. This story shares the common journey of those who are victims of sexual abuse—the conflicting feelings, confusing thoughts, and silent struggles to accept their worth and reject the blame. In spite of it all, deep inside, a small voice whispers, “It's not my fault.” Slowly our wounded h...
Chili Pepper Mine is set in the Tucson Mountain foothills of Tucson, Arizona, close to Sharon's home at the time of its writing. It is the story of a boy and his Christmas gift and how that gift influenced the lives of all those with whom he came in contact. Chris thought that Pepper was just a puppy, but as time passed, Chris realized that he was much, much...
Remembering to Forget: A Story of Shaken Faith is the story of my life, shared with bold honesty. Vulnerable journal entries and rich biblical teaching are artfully interwoven to reveal how I was transformed from a lost girl to the daughter of a King, how I endured many trials, and ultimately came to a place of restoration. My story is full of unexpected ext...
What was it like when God made the world? Was it dark or was it light? Did he create everything in one day? Share this story before you kiss your little one good night. This rhyming rendition of the story of creation encourages children to learn and appreciate God and his works in a fun and exciting way....
Silent Songs of Nursing, through short stories about the nurse-patient relationship, depict an authentic compassion for patients through the simple art of caring. These simple and heartfelt stories depict the vulnerability of patients in a healthcare institution and a nurse's journey to reach out and touch humanity. While carrying out her life's purpose, the...
The intent of WHY WE PRAY is to help us remember the prayers we pray and when and how the answers that we are given arrive. Remembering keeps us thanking and praising God as we get to know Him better so that we can live a life abiding in Him and full of gratitude and praise.
Prayer warrior Andrew Murray said:
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One God or one with several forms? Or maybe two, three, or perhaps many separate Gods? If you seriously study all the “Christian” religions, you will find that each of these possibilities is claimed. That is one “trouble” with the Trinity—there are just too many possibilities. Which, if any, is right? Which view does the Bible support? And if it su...
Thomas J. Joyce is a journalist, a reporter, and columnist for the Long Island Sentinel. In November 2011, at his home, he is visited by the Blessed Mother who asks for his help in convincing the world to stop taking in vain the name of her divine son.
For a while, Thomas doesn't know what to do. Finally, convinced that he was selected for this missio...
Life is full of ups and downs for all of us. This is no different for Kate Dahl and her family. Her parents had a rocky marriage, which led to heartache and worry in her young life. She went away to college on her own with all the worries and fear that come with it. Next, with three days' notice, she got a job teaching school, and off she went to start this ...
The townspeople of Bendsville, which is anywhere, everywhere, just around the bend there, live their days planning and working. They are too busy to enjoy nature or a sunset. When anything goes wrong, they blame it on the sun. Then one day a storm crashes down on the city. As the storm worsens, the people in the city stop complaining and blaming the sun....
Mooki is an energetic, delightful “wee” person [menehune] who desires nothing more than to protect his tribe. Also, he feels very protective of a single mother and her two little girls. He finds out their need and together with Jethro, a Great Dane, and his fellow menehunes, plans a “huge” surprise for them....
From Gangs to Grace and Grace Unfolded are an inspirational testimony of God's grace in seemingly impossible circumstances. Eddie Banales began as a young gangbanger, running wild through the streets of Pomona, California, during a time when violence and death were the norm.
Chaos followed as the streets changed him from a street wise youth to...
Biblical interpretation of the Abrahamic Covenants and his descendants often present a bias against the Arabs and Ishmaelites perhaps due to lack of full knowledge of God's covenantal promises and blessings to humanity. Dr. Cherian presents clear evidences that God has no partiality and that Jews, Christians, Arabs, Muslims, Hindus and all people are equall...
What could a grumpy pig have against a kind gentle horse? Is Gracious' heart big enough to forgive?
Welcome to Zettlemeyer Farms, where the animals speak, think, and feel! Gracious is a kind and gentle horse that is always thinking of others. Piggy is a selfish, ungrateful pig who is always wanting what others have. When the gossiping crows bring the ...
EXPERIENCING HEAVEN
• Are You Afraid of Dying?
• Where Do Unborn Babies Go When They Die?
• Where Do Young Children Go When They Die?
• How Old Are We in Heaven?
• Where Do Our Pets Go When They Die?
• Do We Have Homes in Heaven?
• Have You Ever Experienced A Tragic Death?
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180 days: A Quest for the Best You is my story about God stripping away the facade of who I thought I had become, compelling me to view myself as he saw me - not as a mother, a wife, or minister, but simply addressing me as a child of God in need of repair.
Needing to retrieve what I was permitting to waste away, the Lord gave me instructions on how t...
With beautiful original artwork and evocative use of metaphor, the author has created a parable. Having been inspired by the spirituality of children, he describes something of his own understanding of prayer, praise, and healing, implicitly inviting readers to consider how they might express their own response to the divine.
Ann M. Garrido
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What will happen to Little Bird when she leaves her freedom of the sunflower fields full of ripe seeds? A higher power directs this little creature to learn the heart of a lonely, elderly woman. Are friendship and love enough to keep them together, or will their bond kindle the jealousy of the woman's family to separate them?
Little Bird must face the...
When we first marry, all seems great. We are in love and think the strong feeling will last forever. One day, issues will surface. One may ask, “Why is this happening to me?” Decisions must be made, and the two don't agree. Who is right? How does one cope?
Life Issues Poems are meant to help couples and others cope with these life situations. The...
Poor Thing tells the story of a little boy and another little boy that becomes his best friend. It shows how both overcome significant problems and drawbacks and the significance and help their friendship was to both boys.
The artwork I have done for the story is incidental to the story, which is intended to make the reader ponder the relation...
This book is about the author's journey with God. Ceci talks about how a life of an ordinary person can be highlighted with extraordinary experiences just by allowing God to come into our lives and hearts. This relationship with God is special and, in certain ways, unique to her. Her purpose in writing this book is to engage the reader in her life adventure ...
After forgiveness, what mankind needs most is encouragement, and there is no place where hope can be found like the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. In Hopeful Messages from the Bible, Rich Holland shares the encouraging message of God's love, redemption, and provision offered to everyone who knows loss, sin, and disappointment. Growing up with little ch...
In 1959, the Cold War was getting warmer. Cuba was the revolutionary fuel that made it hot. When Fidel Castro took power, he promised free elections, but instead, he became the country's new dictator, and a communist one at that. Marco's family did not support the Castro regime and was subjected to insults and mockery from former “friends.”
As the...
The book gives clear declaration of names and personalities of what-is-in-a-name-election, personalities God has purposefully chosen and transformed in status as a reflection of the amazing things He has established in their life and destiny.
Their standing may lead to a new name, a new beginning, or a new direction driven by the person's purposes in ...
We have learned to keep score on just about everything. Therefore we unwittingly carry that same ethic over into our spiritual lives. If we have to work hard and dedicate ourselves to achieving success, then we end up thinking that we have to keep score on achieving righteousness. Paul's emphasis is one that runs throughout the Bible: we are losers and sinne...
Reminiscing! is a book that reminds the writer that no man or woman is an island to themselves. There were people and events that worked into his life that shaped him into the person of whom he is today. There is a before picture of a person and an after picture of individuals. Reminiscing! allowed the writer to look back on his life and consider some of the...
In any family tree are names that mean something or nothing to the present-day members of that family. For the Ellison family, there are names that have been the center of tales of family lore and some that mean nothing at all to them. One member of Mark Ellison's family decides to research the roots of the family and finds that the family name has changed t...
Do you desire an intimate relationship with God but struggle with questions about God's goodness? Have you ever asked, “If God is so good, then why did that happen? Why was my childhood surrounded by so much trauma and abuse? Why is there so much ugliness and pain in the world? How could a good God allow such terrible things to happen to me?”
God ...
A Clock with Feet is a book filled with quirky poems and quirky pictures that in some quirky way all revolve around God's wonderful Word. From “The Clock with Feet” to “The Oyster Cracker Wish,” you will want to read the next poem and see how it connects to God!...
Life in the Condo: The Senior Version is a thoughtful, amusing response to, “You should write that down!” A collection of thoughts, musings, and happenings, this little book is about place and more importantly, an admonition to, “Pass it on (LOVE that is!)”
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Take time to read this fascinating rags-to-riches story, spanning ninety-two years. It is a history lesson in itself.
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This story about Muffins New Home is based on the real-life experience of the author's beloved dog Muffin, an Old English sheepdog who went through life thinking of herself as always a puppy. With puppy playfulness, she seemed to enjoy all kinds of adventures with the children in her family, including running away, hiding, and befriending other animals. Muff...
An exciting story of the immigration struggles of an Indonesian family. Fleeing their home country, they spent ten years in Dutch immigrant camps. After receiving permission they came to America, with a dream of freedom! One family member took that dream and reached the impossible! Young Chris made his way, through countless obstacles, to establish his ...
A call to action: God calls us to unite, but the enemy's tactic is continuous strife. Whose mold are you looking to fit into? If all Christians believe that we are made in God's image, why do we ostracize, shame, persecute, and otherwise hurt our fellow brothers and sisters? Are we not called to do His will? Are we not all God's children? The Apostle...
Does God put discouragers in our path to create discomfort? Can the disquiet of not belonging be of Him, to spur us into forging ahead to places unknown? Can He use the illiterate to build empires? Can He restore broken hearts and enable forgiveness for the most crushing of transgressions? What could happen if we believed God was in the midst of it all?
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Drs. Stan and Elsa Mercer learn that the peaceful coexistence of the human and the primitive populations of the Quad Consortium is threatened when Tokal announces his intention to retire as president of the Grand Council. Despite Stan's innate impulse to avoid becoming involved in any sort of political conflict, they felt obliged to return to Bale, the colde...
What's in name? Well, a lot if you're Faith whose first year of middle school is going to test just how much faith, courage, and determination she has. The halls of Alexandria Academy are going to bring some of the greatest tests, lessons, and experiences that will not only change Faith, but those around her.
Gabrielle Walker's “norm” was turned u...
As a former family therapist, I know the extreme need for children to know the “whys” of life. As all parents know, children ask exhausting questions about the world and life. One major question they eventually ask is, “How did we get here?” It is so important to give an answer that children understand. The book WHO did it? gives a clear, fun, colorf...
In this beautifully illustrated and magical story, Gemmy, a sweet young Kangaroo is born into an idyllic world where Kangaroos flourish. Gemmy is perfect except she was born without a pouch – a big deal for Kangaroos! As she nears adolescence, she is shunned by some and teased by others in her herd. This makes her very sad.
On an otherwise normal...
As a young black girl in a low-income, single-parent home, Novica Olinger finds herself in a life filled with obstacles designed to keep her on a statistical road to nowhere. The problem with statistics is most of the time, you don't get to hear the real stories behind that data; or you see negative stories played out on reality talk shows that just cause yo...
The story is an actual occurrence of a period of time
which involved my granddaughter Madison, Maddie, and I.
The story was written to encourage young people who are
in a single-parent family.
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This book is a collection of poems, songs, and short stories written to help the reader tap into faith and spirituality. Poems throughout this book praise God for His creations, thank Christ for His sacrifice, and reminds the readers that God loves them. For best results and spiritual impact, study this book cover to cover. Find a solitary, quiet place to re...
Overwhelmed by issues at home and pressured to be what he doesn't want to be, Sam Walker longs to be a character in one of his books. After he falls asleep that night, he finds himself in another world—one of beauty unlike anything he has ever seen and adventures he couldn't begin to imagine. When he wakes up, he dismisses it as an extremely vivid dream. M...
Thousands of preschool and early-grade children are frustrated by their inability to be understood because of speech deficiencies. Speech language pathologists perform tremendous transformations in the lives of these children, but the process is not an overnight success. Therapy takes time.
Keaton's Carrots is a success story of Keaton, who was bursti...
*In this exciting story, find out about Louie the Marble and how he traveled from one part of history to another and meeting famous people along the way!
*See how this story can relate to you!
*Learn about the history of marbles and how to play the different games!
*Appreciate how you will come to know Louie the Marble and what you can l...
Oprah Winfrey's Master Class Series in 2009 on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), purported the idea that our lives can be a class for others. This book was birthed on that premise, to share my journey as a single parent in the home. The number of single parents continues to rise in the United States of America. This book was written reading God's hand in my a...
Is Gracie an angel on earth? Amazing Grace is a tale of overcoming fear, building trust, finding love, being open to spirituality, and the power of faithfulness in our relationships. Based on a true story, get to know Gracie, an eleven-month-old shelter cat, rescued by Mom. Gracie had spent her entire life in a cage at the shelter before being rescued. Graci...
Ramblings of a Chicken Lady is a collection of short stories that depicts the storyline of a life transformed by animals and small-scale farming. Being the chicken lady of your town comes with its share of respect but also its share of heartache and loss. Not to mention the question: is she okay mentally? Nothing could have prepared me for the adventure I em...
Emily along with twenty-nine other teenagers have spent their childhood starving, fighting, and questioning life. Some have even experienced death. They have been trapped between the high brick walls of their own city with nowhere to go and with no recollection of who they once were.
To them, each day is a struggle for survival, and because food is sc...
The objective to this book is to provide practical techniques to no longer just sit through situations as a passive victim, tolerating perpetual inaction. Be the one to set the tone for healthy collaboration and actively develop those peers that will be constructive partners to “help solve the ills of the enterprise,” by stepping out from behind ...
Grandkids and other Miracles is a book of poems about my own grandchildren's childhoods. I have been blessed with the privilege of sharing in their introduction to life. It has been a wondrous experience. Grandparents are notoriously eager to share their grandchildren's exploits and I am no exception. That mostly is what this book is all about - special...
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We are all touched by death in some way. Les Johnson's, Tell Everyone, takes you through the jarring experiences of loss and pain that left him without a wife, and almost without his daughter, Heather. The ripples that move through his family after these events are devastating, and his vulnerable retelling makes it relatable.
The narrative weaves thro...
I have had thirty-seven surgeries and been in God's presence four times, always telling me to go back. The doctors I had came up with the title and always told me to finish writing my book. I am in recovery from breast cancer for the second time. I am healed from pancreatic cancer without chemo.
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Set in Pittsburgh in the 1980s, Christina's Gift begins with the death of Christina Martin Andrews, a minister serving an established congregation in the city. As her friends and family try to make sense of how her life ended, they realize that her friendship was an invitation to become friends with Jesus and, in doing so, to discover their true selves, thei...
In this simple devotion, it is my hope that many find a way to discover release, renewal, and restoration through Mind Body and Spirit; A Moment with God. We all have moments in our lives when problems and/or situations seemingly fast-track us to places that entangle, suffocate, or cause us deep casualties within. This is a go-to resource of inspiration and ...
Building a relationship with Christ is so rewarding. One of the ways to do that is through prayer.
Life can be full of challenges. I have learned that having a consistent prayer life can change your perspective of the way you see things in your world. Inside the passages of this book are my personal prayers and intimate conversations with God. It is...
At the beginning of World War II, a young Luftwaffe pilot, lured into defending Germany from an attack by a great enemy, soon learns the horrifying truth of Adolf Hitler's intent to conquer the world through violence. His world is shattered and tainted when he personally witnesses the bombing of innocent women and children.
Disgusted by Hitler's betra...
Hope and Enlightenment is a blog hosted through Wordpress, a website and blogging platform. It became an idea for Oswald to create a book based on the posts he shared through his blog Hope and Enlightenment via conversation with family and friends. In this book, you will read of truth based on the main truth of God's written word, the Bible. As the title exp...
Step back into time with the Otis family and see how a very young Amelia Earhart celebrated Christmas with her family. Growing up in the same household with her grandparents was very special for young Amelia.
Amelia Mary Earhart was lovingly raised by her grandparents in Atchison, Kansas, overlooking the Missouri River. She was surrounded with the gre...
Commentary was held to minimum in this study. Opinions and comments have very little power. The Word of God speaks very well for itself and does have great power. The power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ can save the souls of mankind and turn a hard heart into one filled with His love. All Scripture is inspired by The Holy Spirit of God. Second Timothy 3:16 s...
Young Mike, dreamed of being a soldier. When he joined the Pennsylvania National Guard during the Great Depression, peacetime military service seemed like a breeze. One year after his discharge, he was drafted into an expanding National Army that was preparing to enter the greatest conflict in human history.
Trained as a sniper, combat experience ear...
Conduits of Grace is a call to action for women of faith, a call to live big, bold, beautiful lives for Christ and to embrace the talents, gifts, and influence that God has given you. It is a wake up call to leave behind things that don't matter and to let go of all the doubt and fear that is holding you back from becoming all that God created you to be. ...
5-4-3-2-1 being a mathematician is lots of fun!
Mia loves counting, calculating, and trying to figure out the world around her. Numbers jump out all around her, and she is fascinated by problem solving. She doesn't act like the other kids her age. Will this cause her to be lonely, or will this open up the door of discovery for Mia? Mia's mission to be...
Discover something new with Scarlett and her amazing science experiments. Scarlett invites you to mix colorful lights and ask the question, What color will it be? all while learning about our amazing gift of sight and how our eyes can see the world in color.
Come along on this fun adventure and explore surprising results along the way!
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Aging requires courage. Adapting to the constantly changing aspects of our body, mind, and soul does not come easy for most seniors. This book addresses the realities we must face as we begin to think about retirement, including what happens to our bodies and minds. The author chose walking as her method of addressing her own aging. Part adventure, part refl...
This fictionalized novel reveals disturbing earlier and recent true mainly American history, not the propagandized mainstream versions. The reader will be able to consult sources named in this book to judge for him or herself the validity of the information.
We are living in unprecedented times. Government, international and other big banks and corpor...
Isn't it a huge letdown when it's raining on the weekend? Well, it certainly is for Jazzy Mae! She is home all week being homeschooled with her mother, and all she wants to do on the weekend is play and use her imagination! Jazzy Mae doesn't want to be stuck inside with her boring toys and the same TV shows.
The weekend is here, and it happens to be a...
The story is about a woman who left her family, ventured out in darkness and in an unfamiliar territory, lost, alone, and broken. That was when encounters with Jesus Christ began through other people including a homeless man. She was rescued and saved by Christ, and through her salvation Christ told her what would happen in her life next....
How big is your God? Have you ever come face to face with a Holy God? Have you ever considered what would happen to you if you did? Do you consider yourself to be “messed up, missing the mark, lacking, or a failure?” Do you deal with memories that haunt you due to regret, unforgiveness, or PTSD? Or do you think that you are “all that” or “God's...
Life is a carefully, and beautifully, designed structure that our creator—the architect—has put in place in all forms of life in this universe. We are the sum of all its pieces. Life, it's truly a monumental gift given to each one of us. How we choose to use this gift to treat one another is up to us. This book Pieces of Me in Poetry, I hope shows a meas...
“Secrets are meant to be kept. Some are good; some evil. And then there are those that mean life or death—the kind that leave you breathless, but not in a good way. I have many secrets, but I dare not speak them, because if I do, my life will be forfeit.”
Fifteen-year old Paige Carson is the focus of a deadly terrorist organization, but she does...
The Author wrote this book of poems because she truly believes that God is a god of love, that his Son Jesus did die for our sins, and that the Holy Spirit dwells in the hearts of all who truly believe that Christ Jesus is our only savior.
Psalm 23 - A Psalm of David
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down ...
People are fascinated by angels who have been with God since the beginning of time. People love to hear the stories of angels coming to people's aid. Indeed, they are known as ministering spirits. However, they have also been used to destroy armies, deliver messages, and carry out God‘s commands. In the Old Testament, angels are used over and over. They wi...
NOT FAMOUS—JUST BLESSED teaches by example.
Throughout my life, I have overcome many obstacles. I can't say that God put the problems there for me to solve. I can only admit that I turned to Jesus for answers and received blessings and miracles.
My book is written for ordinary people and took sixty-four years to write. It includes everyday...
Leslie Beller Kovacs was born in New York City in 1910 just days after his parents arrived by ship from Hungary. When he was fourteen, they returned to Hungary where he remained until he was close to turning twenty-one. It was then he made the decision to return to the United States so he would not lose his citizenship.
The stories and poems in this b...
Are you a follower or a leader?
The answer is both if your desire is to truly serve Jesus.
Every Christian is by definition a follower of Jesus and every Christian's calling is to lead others to Him.
If we are to fulfill our calling, we must prepare ourselves to show Jesus to the world.
As you begin to practice the “fundamentals...
The Adventures of Tobias the Turtle is the story of a turtle swept away from his home in the woods on the babbling brook during a rainstorm. His goal is to get back home to the Babbling Brook. Two young girls and their dog, Flapjack, find him on their lawn, but when he wanders away from the safety of their home, Tobias's life becomes a series of misadventure...
Does God answer prayers? If he does, what is the timing? What prayers does God answer? Does God answer according to our expectation or differently? How important is God's will in answering prayers? This book answers to those questions and explains how important and essential praying daily is to grow and continue our relationship with God. It contains the pra...
This book was inspired by a true story about a little girl who was grieving the loss of her mother. When she stumbled upon an injured bird her life was forever changed. It is a tale about loss, love and learning to find joy and happiness in the smallest of things...once again....
Sam is wandering the streets for what seemed like ages when he comes across a helpful soul, Evangeline. Evangeline sees something more in Sam than most people and offers a helping hand. After much hesitation, he finds himself wanting a better life, a life he once had. Finally, he decides to accept Evangeline's offer. During Sam's long road of healing and get...
Through quotes, acronyms, and words of wisdom, the seven dimensions of human endeavors addresses the key challenges that we all face on a daily basis. If we want to live wisely, we must learn to function successfully in each of the seven dimensions of human endeavors, which include the spiritual, physical, nutritional, social, emotional, intellectual, and th...
The Stoneclad, an ever-present force of protection, is in danger of being consumed in darkness. To maintain its light throughout the realms, the guardians are given special gifts, elements of power that allow the light to break through. When a piece of the Stoneclad is given over to the darkness, all hope seems lost. But somewhere in the distant horizon, the...
A multinational corporation has found Daedalus's labyrinth, an ancient structure that is central to a dozen Greek myths. Hidden among a wealth of decaying weapons and crumbled structures, a bronze disk is discovered, with a message inscribed on its surface in both Greek and English.
Ten strangers find themselves trapped in a modern-day recreat...
A mountain climber had just lost his baby on an icy-cold mountain with wild animals all around.
He is very sad. Can he still find his baby?
Read to find out what happens when things don't go quite as planned....
A Woman's Journey through her Husband's Prostate Cancer is a title I chose due to the discovery in 1999 of my husband's cancer; we were all affected. My entire family. I needed my mother and brothers and sisters to assist me with my family life while my family life was on hold. Without the support and guidance of physicians and family, I do not believe I wou...
What is poverty and how does it affect family life and children in particular? How should children from an early age be socialized to menial labor? This seven-year research seeks to understand how girls are socialized in a modern traditionalistic society that is bent on stripping them of normal childhood and destined for a life of back-breaking and dangerous...
Edna and Richard were now getting a little old, their eye sight was not as good as it used to be, and so they wanted to retire. They had been making Teddy Bears for many years. They had almost completed their last Teddy, and decided to
give it to their grand daughter Hannah. Edna felt this last Teddy was very special, and she decided to call him Thoma...
Abortion is a taboo subject. Abortion is not a matter of policy, but instead, at its core is a heart issue. For it reveals both where our hearts stand as well as who reigns—Christ or Self. For those of us who in the past have chosen Self, this book is for you. This book is for those women who are willing to look into their heart and allow Christ to cleanse...
While this book is the autobiography of Stanton O. Berg's (Stan's) life and times, it is also a short history of United States during the Great Depression and also the history of the development of the forensic sciences with some inclusion of Sherlock Holmes in that history. Stan's four years army service in the Counter Intelligence Corp. at Baltimore, Maryl...
There are two creations mentioned in God's word: the first described in the book of Genesis, and the second being the natural world all around us. What is man's relationship to these creations, and how do these relate to the Creator? There are two trees in the Garden of Eden: The Tree of Life, and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. What were their p...
Lying on the cold steel surface of the air ship, barely able to move, Ashton focuses on a strange figure looking down at him as he coughs.
“Who are you?” Ashton asks the strange figure.
“Who are we?” responds the man looking down at him. “My name is Lesant. To answer your real question, think of us as the light in the darkness, the ca...
Teachers experience joys and tribulations, mountaintops and valleys, struggles and triumphs. A to Z Devotional for Teachers is sure to lift your spirits and remind you of why you are where you are and why you do what you do.
Be encouraged each day as you read these nuggets from one who has been there. No situation in the classroom is bigger than or mo...
For young Mika, as for so many Japanese youth, the pressure and expectations are often overwhelming. Parents with unrealistic goals, insensitive uncaring peers and a future that often seems hopeless. She finds herself sinking into despair until one day she meets a young man that is somehow very different, he is kind and caring with an unusual wholesomeness a...
Three years ago, Hadley Tate, a prostitute, was murdered in the city of Silverkeep, a quiet oasis of middle- to upper-class families. No one was ever convicted of the murder, and the case was soon forgotten by the authorities.
Until now.
Two drifters, J and Ben, arrive in town to confront Pastor Bryan Shortridge, head pastor of Unity Church, f...
Sometimes we need a role model—someone who knows what we are going through or just someone to talk to. In the realm of religion and theology, we look to the saints or those deemed to be holy people. You can find most saints of the Catholic church in Books of the Saints. These are more the traditional saints most from centuries ago. I prefer to look at holy...
Who am I? I am Bobby Earl Taylor, and I am adopted into the family of Christ (Ephesians 1:4–6).
I am so thankful for God's truth and his promises to bring good from the storms of devastation in our lives. No one wishes for hard times in life, no one asks for suffering or storms, no one longs to wade through deep rivers of hurt, rejection, and pain o...
Forgiving others is one of the hardest things to do. This book gives spiritual reasons to work through your process. Through examples from everyday life, bible stores and personal testimony, this book will help you understand why forgiveness is so important. ...
Come embark on an adventure with twin siblings, Joshua and Maranatha, at the Imperium World! The Imperium World is a new world where one can be loved and share that love with others by being a positive difference in the world while making the world a better place. Each Imperium Playhouse holds a different quest that must be conquered and an internal treasure...
Denny is a young boy who has trouble falling asleep. There just might be a monster under his bed! With the help of his two friends, Denny learns all about imagination and how it can be something positive. Is there a monster under his bed?
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Bitigaio Bear was born from the Pine Tree Christmas Tree Farm owned and operated by the Bitagaio family, a caring Christian family showing and sharing their love to the community where they live. Bitigaio Bear shows this same love as he experiences and learns about faith through the growth from pumpkin seeds into big, orange, pumpkins....
In June of 2016, Carol's, safe predictable life was uprooted. The red Toyota BOXRRAV loaded with a couple of suitcases, a few plants, some bonsai tools, and her white boxer Spud, headed east toward the Land of Enchantment.
In 2006, she began documenting the journey of finding her Nana and the subsequent cleanup of the cemetery at the State Mental Hosp...
Visiting friends in Australia, Deannie takes a morning walk in the nearby forest. The day is beautiful, and she is excited to go exploring in this inspiring country. She does not know that her life will take a radical turn.
Stumbling into the entrance of another dimension, her journey begins. Her guide, a tiny fairy named Sunshine, surprises her and w...
The author uses an honest and vibrant approach in “telling the story” in this collection of poems, while reflecting on memorable events in her life and the influences of those around her. Many of the poems depict what it was like growing up as a baby boomer on a rural prairie near and in Whiteface and Levelland, both small West Texas oil field boomtowns....
The first part of the title is how I perceived things in my journey called life. It's the events as I saw them from my eyes and how they impacted me.
The second part of the title is what I would have preferred things to have been. Life's experiences are not always what I wanted them to be. It's those experiences that challenged me and made me change s...
He was her eyes, guiding her through the darkness and always at her side. She showed him the light of compassion, life, and love. The bond they shared together was beautiful and unbreakable.
Then one day, everything changed.
In only his third year as a guide dog, the world overturned for Chance. He came face-to-face with one of the most difficu...
Shouting into the Mist is a contemplative self-reflection based on the theory of perception and the inescapable existential component of human existence. Any manifestation of life has a message which is shouted to an ultimately indefinable audience, to be understood and misunderstood, as well as interpreted, reinterpreted, and misinterpreted. Through one's j...
This book follows a law enforcement career through the turbulent era of the '70s and '80s, the outreach of the '90s, and into the twenty-first century. The period also included community-oriented policing and other programs, some of which were properly applied and were a success, while others did not achieve their planned application.
Policing has bee...
Barkersville is the kind of place where people ran to escape. Lewis was a longtime resident of Barkersville, but that never stopped him from running. For most of his life, Lewis carried around a burden of unspoken words and unanswered actions that weighed him down more than he'd ever let on.
Charles was considered the new guy in town—a private psych...
Following the covenant promise God gave to Abraham, how it points back to creation and how it points forward to completion. Abraham's two sons—Ishmael, born of the flesh; and Isaac, born of the Spirit, the child of promise. Following this lineage forward, the two kingdoms. Ishmael representing the kingdom of this world's system, and Isaac representing the ...
Mimi is a little girl with big dreams, but not everyone shares her enthusiasm for such an unrealistic future. After all dreaming of things so unlikely to come true is really a waste of time, or is it? The Dancer is a story written to inspire young minds to reach heights previously unthinkable!
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Set deep in the south in the city of Meridian, Mississippi and the rural area of Cyril, Alabama between 1930s and 1940s, this story is about a young girl and her mother who try to reconcile their love for one another. The story covers three generations of their family as the daughter struggles to find the love from her mother that she so desperately ...
Rosa Brown was an educated sixty-year-old woman, who worked in the corporate world. Life was good until she was informed by her employer that her services were no longer needed. Devastated and confused, Rosa found herself living in a women's shelter in Washington, DC. Eventually her life became elevated when she joined a work program and found steady employm...
I DON'T THINK I CAN HANDLE THIS!
Family members silently experience their own personal hell when they have a loved one on drugs. It is a frustrating and confusing time with no straight answers, leaving family members feeling lonely, angry, and helpless.
This book was written with the help of family members who share their own stories of...
How we see life in any moment is through the lens of our perception.
We are bombarded daily with news of struggles and sadness—our own and those of others around the world. These humble expressions are not intended to minimize the realities of that which deeply challenges us. Instead, they are gentle reminders to remember that we are all blessed wit...
Seeking to Become Whole: Creating a Transformed Church for All the Children of God approaches the issue of marginalized persons—the other—by interpreting Jesus's parables in the context of progressive Christianity to create a church of love and justice for all God's children.
Our society and church face a historical crisis. White people in America...
Superhero is a sweet story about the love between a mother and her child. In this story a young child wakes during the night from a bad dream. He calls out for his mother, who comes quickly to his rescue. As the story continues, the roles reverse, as the boy becomes his mother's superhero. She explains that her love for him has given her strength and insight...
This is a very readable Christian book putting forth the ideas of Christianity and evil, with Christianity being a clear winner. The story revolves around a troubled family living in an old, once-beautiful, twenty-seven-room Victorian home on the coast of Maine. After many years of neglect, the once-beautiful home is now filled with mystery and sadness. With...
My Life as a Great Lakes Broadcaster is a true story that takes the reader back more than six decades to when the author and electronic communication were both in their infancy. It is a recollection of stories from Michigan broadcaster Bill Thompson, as he returns to his roots growing up on the family farm in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. It shows readers how he ...
Self-empower your leadership skills.
You can tailor-make your own system using BJ's motivational power phrases to achieve your desired success. He did it. Why not you? Here are a few of those phrases:
Real leaders do not use an excuse as a substitution. They are focused on achievement and finding a solution.
Successful leaders know how a...
The book illustrations (i.e., stick figures) was inspired by another book that a friend of mine eventually gave me. I liked the idea of handwritten words, which I think were somewhat inspired by writing in a toy giving personalization. This book is back to basics with no time or commercialism dated as such. A moral lesson, if any, would be that no matter ho...
Imagine you are sitting in a lovely garden. It is in the early hours, when mist enshrouds the liminal space between night and day. Or it may be in the cool of the evening, as a pallet of color begins to emerge just beyond the horizon. You are drawn to quiet reflection and wish to express the musings of your heart in word or verse, in watercolor sketch or pho...
I have experienced two of the most profound experiences God offers us on this earth: the overwhelming joy of adopting children, and the overpowering grief of losing a child from the tragedy of heroin addiction. In this book, I have placed everything my heart holds. It is a blend of happy experiences with my children as my husband and I raised them, horrific ...
Brett, Blake, and their neighbor Gavin were having a great time fishing
when they learned from their duck friend Mallory that a huge storm was
approaching. Mallory is worried and will fly to a safer area with her three
little ducklings. The boys rush to find some food to help the ducks and
return home to help their families. This ...
An Unexpected Honor
It happened on May 1, 2011 on Sunday afternoon with about seventy-five friends, former kickers and families of former kickers, coaches, my family, and other friends from the church and community. The Thomasville Athletic Boosters Club, the Thomasville Athletic Department and others from the community had made the arrangemen...
For the Christian, the Bible is a practical and essential source of faith and life. God has preserved and supplied it as a tangible connection to Him. He reveals His wishes for us and His character in the scriptures.
But given our daily pace—or, even worse, our mistaken understanding—if we read it, we do so with the wrong focus. We may only review...
There's no better place to see the beauty of God's creation than in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. That's where Reagan, Mason, and Colton are going with their grandparents to have a picnic in Cades Cove. There will be wonderful things to see and tasty food to eat, but Grampy has a special surprise that creates a lasting memory for the children, one...
Aspiring to share his passion for life through writing and public speaking, Michael reveals intimate details of his lifelong jour¬ney through the pages of his tell-some book, “Happy Endings and a New Beginning.” Michael was born in Southern California and grew up with a lot of family around him. At eight years of age, his family moved to Northern Califo...
Five-year-old Sammy has a big question: What's a belly button good for? Determined to find the answer, Sammy decides to ask his friends if they know.
Johnny has no idea what a belly button is good for. Neither does Susie, the smartest girl in kindergarten. His big brother, Ricky, does not know either. When his sister and father do not seem to know the...
Have you ever been afraid of something? If you said yes, then you are not very different from Plucky the Duck. With a little patience and love from his friends, Plucky learns to face his fears and become the extraordinary duck that was always there just hidden deep inside him....
USA and Racial Divide: Lord Heal Me and Heal Our Land addresses racism from the perspective of a sixty-three-year-old African American Christian woman who has struggled with her ability to experience the love of God because of her contradictory reality. The book, though controversial, will benefit all readers because it exposes the true culprit of division w...
This is a story about a young boy who never wanted to eat his entire meal. His big mama created a fun and exciting game for him to finish his meals.
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If you desire your portion from God, then you must ask like Agur did—with a spirit of sincerity, seeking only what you need. Agur realized that there is a possibility that too much wealth could create a prideful memory lapse, causing him to forget the source of his riches. He knew that would be disastrous for his spiritual health. He also knew the greatest...
Monique, an American fashion reporter; Princess Zorina ; and Alison, an Irish fashion designer, lead very different lives. Monique designs the perfect skirt for her wedding, Zorina's love is forbidden, and Alison's star rises in Paris.
But when Monique donates her skirt to Goodwill, she sets it on a journey that will change all their lives forever. In...
ABCs of Alzheimer's Disease: a Shared Reality by Me and My Shadow is a story of Bruce and Ethel's Alzheimer's disease (AD) journey, along with a history of AD from autopsies to PET scan research, including technology and genetic discoveries. The book is a realistic, short, comprehensive, evidence-based, description of Alzheimer's disease (AD). It describes A...
Transition, Deathbed's Compelling Evidence of Life After Death is the real-life experiences of dying patients, primarily in a hospice setting. These experiences are measured for accuracy through the scientific method. Most importantly, these experiences are validated by biblical information. Information and events which fail testing against biblical standard...
Two young Lakota brothers are tasked with helping manage the Lakota horse herd at night when most of the older boys go on a large buffalo hunt. They are faced with unexpected events and must use their wits and bravery to help save the herd....
Beth Gibson's life as an editor for a newspaper was pretty ordinary, a little empty, and almost boring, but all that was about to change when she went walking on the trail behind her house one afternoon. Little did she know that her life would collide with a young shapeshifter named Cameron. Part-time mountain lion and part-time second-grade boy, Cameron wou...
In this chaotic world, one thing that is obvious is that the enemy of God, Satan, is using his powers to attempt to deceive the Christian Church and those who have no relationship with Christ at all. He does this by any means necessary. His greatest power is that he knows our weaknesses. He is sullen, taking his time and making light of godly issues. And he ...
If you are one of the thirty million people in the United States with diabetes like me, then this book is for you.
It's a walk through the world of all the sweets we can no longer indulge in but only fantasize about. And that's what the book is—a satirical fantasy of chocolate cakes that talk, and cakes that endear themselves to people like you and...
Arturo DiMartino's Italy is in ruins at the end of WWI.
Its politics splintered. Its economy tattered. Its social fabric shredded.
Italians blame their weak leaders and demand their overthrow. Mussolini steps onto the political stage and his populist views and spirited charisma captivate the country. Arturo joins Mussolini's political c...
Is the Bible relevant? Of course it is. It is the story of God's redemptive love for mankind, but is it relevant to me and the particular circumstances of my life? In Speed Bumps on the Way to Heaven, I relive my own life-changing transformational stories and then put the Bible to the test. Does it have value? Yes! Is it relevant? Yes! Each chapter, each spe...
Sometimes the way a child talks, the way a child dresses, where the child lives, or the color of his or her skin can be a target for teasing and bullying. Grady, the fatherly dragon, helps little dragon Sydney to understand that the world is a beautiful place because there is so much to see in the way of color—that differences make the world an interesting...
Never suspecting that April 22, 2016, would be anything more than a typical day, Chris's mountain bike ride turned into the most horrific day of his life. Catapulting off the sheer face of the cliff at sixteen miles an hour and falling nearly three hundred feet, this true story of grit, persistence, and love of family is nothing short of a miracle. Appearing...
Land's writing is the story of fourteen years of her life, taking the reader through a time line direct from God. A true story of first the annoyance of seeing her carefully laid-out plan for future years to amazement at how divine wisdom intervened and was perfect as to where the author was to be and when, who she was to meet and why, and how the future wou...
This trilogy includes the first two books (Little Bobby O'Malley and The Spirit of the Conch Shell) that reflected some of the fond memories the author had of the undeveloped jungles and wooded areas of Southeast Florida in 1949. In the new third book, The Pirates of the Bermuda Triangle, the author's imagination carries the reader on an exciting adventure a...
Urban communities throughout the United States and the world are in a phase of rebuilding, whether it is economically, socially, spirituality, or culturally. It is important in these times that diverse communities retain values that distinguish them and celebrate those cultural traditions. In the work to build community, it will be valuable to learn how song...
This book is a lot about “coming of age'. I wanted to share things I experienced back then with you. It will be of a lot of interest to those who have ever had a loved one in a nursing facility. I really hope you find it an enjoyable read.
The voices, laughter and stories shared with me during my time working with the elderly still resonates in my ...
For years as believers, we listen, read, and study God's Word. We can get to a point of confusion if we are not careful with so much information available. We can allow ourselves to ease into information overload. The author was in search to break it down a little and see if there was a general conclusion to the question: “Once you are saved, what comes ne...
When a molecular biologist discovers a miraculous vaccine, the pharmaceutical industry is eager to get hold of it, but when he refuses to reveal the elements of his formula, all hell breaks loose . . . Vincent, an idealistic, unassuming research scientist, together with his bright assistant, Dorothy, discover a vaccine that when injected into the human body ...
Six-year-old Michael Tillman had the perfect life with his adoring parents until a sudden tragedy changed his life forever. With the death of his mother and father, Michael was sent to live with his grandparents in South Georgia and had to learn to adjust to his new, broken world. His grandfather, Judge Tillman, was an extremely wealthy and powerful man but ...
Early retired pastor, Alexander Bastion, sits in a Seattle mental care facility, staring out the cafeteria window at a world nobody else can see. He sees a peculiar and stormy world, where the darkened glass is shattered and the thin veil, which shields people from the sight of wars in heavenly realms is torn asunder. For some reason God has shown him that a...
This was given to my daughter when she was in elementary school as a letter to carry with her each day to remind her that God made her special. My daughter was faced with adversity that others often see as a behavior issue; but I knew it was much more than that. I prayed to God and asked him to help and guide me so she could get on the right track, and he he...
By the age of fifty-five, Julia Renée Huff has collected more than a few mental illness labels. She'd taken medications for these diagnosed illnesses since Desert Shield/Storm. After several failed attempts to come off the medications she'd been prescribed, Julia started a soul-searching journey to uncover the cause for these conditions. She thought if she ...
Caitlin trusted the Lord to lead her—right place, right time. She expected the best after college—ideal job, great husband, time of her life. Living with dad and mourning mom was not what she had in mind. No amazing job-find puzzled her too. And now Harrison Alexander wanted to win her favor. How did this happen? He's a criminal, a criminal seeking her f...
Revelation at the Snows is the second of a trilogy, following the first, Murder in the Snows—Snows being a channel in the Les Cheneaux area of eastern part of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Sheriff George is once again confronted with murder of the worst kind. One murder after another causes George to realize he has a serial killer on the loose. But his way i...
“Jesus wept . . .” No matter if it is your parent, spouse, child or friend who dies, grief comes to us all. Vickie Truett has walked this road and has a Biblical message of comfort and hope to share with you in her book.
“Tears in a Bottle; A Journey Through Grief” will encourage you and point you to the eternal source of comfort. Take time to...
Meet Maggie, modern society's idea of a
Liberated woman
- is her husband's successful business partner
- becomes single and juggles several part-time positions
- contributes to civic organizations
- grows organic veget...
In the lowest times of our lives, God never gives up on “His” Children. He is a light to our feet and when we listen, we are able to receive His love.
“No More”, tells a testimony of bad choices that led to cancer, upon many health issues and a divine intervention of God's grace and mercy.
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Lydia Galatianti, queen of Galatia, is running for her life—the love of her life, King Richard, slain at the hands of his own mother. Hiding her swollen belly from her escort, her mission is to protect her unborn child, even if that means putting her trust in Serene, a strange and creepy old teller who may have an agenda of her own.
Seventeen years...
This is a book about charitable giving and stewardship. It is a resource book for churches and their leadership as well as the average church member. In it, the author addresses the age-old question: did Jesus or the New Testament teach tithing? How much are we instructed to give in today's world? Are we to give from the gross or our net income?
While...
Jeb Ratliff was raised with strong Christian values but was thrust into the middle of the bloodiest war in our history. Winners write history and their explanations oftentimes stray from the actual facts. He was raised knowing that slavery was an abomination but chose to fight for the South as many Southern men and women did. After the war, many survivors he...
Since the beginning of time, mankind has been fraught with the need to seek its revenge against their fellow man. All manner of instrumentation from the rock Cain used to bean his brother to the stealthy use of poison. Rage boiling inside to the point where it could no longer be contained. Bursting forth without the ability to control it. Emotional magma. Or...
A retired RN tells her stories of her experiences in her professional life. But being a nurse is only one side of Barbara. Her husband was licensed electrician (retired), and he worked for a company that did electrical work, but in 1976, he was fired due to company cutbacks. As it happened, that same Friday was Barbara's last day to work at her first hospita...
Everyone has a story to tell. This is a story of young love, a war in Vietnam, and how God orders your steps even when you are not walking with him. It is the story of a life designed with moves to different locations to learn different lessons from college towns, to resort locations ending in Amish country. You will learn of the advantage of walking through...
My first worship was conceived one afternoon at church. My precious sister came up to me and said, “You should write a book and call it My First Worship.” It was like a seed was deposited and immediately took root. I knew it was from God cause this was something I have never done before. So as soon as I got home, I sat down and started writing. I was don...
Young Peter Wagner is growing up in the 80's in Wyoming. He is terrified of entering the sixth grade but has a summer to prepare. As the son of a Lutheran pastor, Peter must make choices that most other kids don't contemplate. Not only is he the preacher's kid, he is also adopted, short, dark-skinned, and ambitious. Vacation Bible School, summer baseball, ch...
Self-empower your goal setting skills.
You can tailor-make your own system using BJ's motivational power phrases to achieve your desired success. He did it. Why not you? Here are a few of those phrases:
Our first look at a critical change, that goal may appear to be out of range.
How can we ever keep growing if we don't know where we are...
Ezekiel's human sister, Ashia, who just graduated high school volunteers to go on her first solo trip to pick up a new batch of puppies, and even though her parents were very nervous about it, they let her go with Ezekiel by her side.
On this trip, things do not go even remotely as planned. Because of an unfortunate encounter with two thieves, Ashia g...
In a country lost to history, where a kingdom seeks to exact total power over its subjects, a young woman of peculiar vision is driven to take a stand against her king after the deaths of her parents, and the introduction of a powerful black magic capable of controlling the very wills of the country's people. This young woman, a countess named Hope, must rai...
The Great Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Gospel according to Matthew calls for the church to recognize and accept the fact that doing ministry invariably involves and traverses many and various boundaries. The one called to lead any part of the church will surely be involved in preaching and teaching, as stated in the said commission. As Paul sta...
Tom Spurgin does not want his readers to have to guess what this book is about. He has been involved with the Lord's Church since being saved and is convinced there is no greater need in life than our relationship with our Creator. He has been saved for forty-four years. He is eighty-two years of age from a small town in Texas, married at age of sixteen, sav...
SS Major Erich Schweizer was a concentration camp inspector. Like many other war criminals who escaped capture after WWII, he lives in hiding, but Schweizer's story is a little different—his circumstance uncommonly unique. On the eve of the Allied liberation of Camp Neuengamme in 1945 Nazi Germany, a gravely ill Schweizer is abandoned by his comrades in th...
Rex digs deep, beneath the surface of superficial understanding of our behavior to show how, VITALLY IMPORTANT, and POWERFUL, the 'words and choices' we use are throughout our lives.
Man is a free moral agent created by God to make these choices. GOD'S WORDS and His PROMISES guarantee BLESSINGS applied to our lives. Our words and choices, often idle,...
From a fifteen-year-old child who had spent four years as a slate picker in the mines of southern West Virginia, to a marine who earned a combat promotion to captain after distinguishing himself at the battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean war, Rex Luther Buford leads an eventful life. Being determined to not live and die as his father had done st...
Many books have been written about war, but it may be unusual to have a record of what a variety of soldiers had to say when they came off the front lines. The author did not interview anyone; what they said was spontaneous of their own will because they sensed he was willing to listen. After the author had finished his journal and had been discharged from t...
Adopting a child is a magical thing! My parents always made me feel special to be adopted. This story describes a couple's yearning for a child and then their excitement when they learn that there is a special baby just for them! It is told in the same way that my parents shared my adoption story with me every night. Simple. Honest. Special. Loved. Adoption ...
The title of this book came to me when I started ministering to a couple who came to me for counseling. They wanted to be saved, get baptized and be married and they wanted weekly encouragement. They drove over sixty miles one way just to receive weekly encouragement. I finally convinced them after a year and half to let me send them the encouragement via em...
Anyone can see the good in a good situation, but when we see the good in a dark situation, then we see a glimpse of how God sees us. Love Built on the Rock was written to inspire each day with a smile and a thought to ponder. Faith is a powerful weapon that can overcome and bring strength to our souls. Through stories, inspirational quotes, and poems, may Lo...
They say “the truth will set you free.” And indeed it will. This theological book will embark readers on a journey to discover practical truths leading to understanding and enlightenment. Then, put into practice, these truths will set one free. Philosophically written and biblically inspired, the truths presented will prompt deep thought, including learn...
It is not often that a species of life plummets to the very brink of extinction only to rise and flourish once again, but then, the species known as man is no ordinary species. The mission is to find a planet to colonize where people can live free from the decadent conditions on Earth. But the second planet of Epsilon Eridani will not meet their needs. They ...
Do you remember using or hearing the term, “Who Died and Left You in Charge?” I would think almost all of us have. The title for this book came to author John S. (Stan) Halstead while teaching middle school music at The Oaks Christian School in Summerville, SC. Following a lesson on rudimentary music theory, Stan overheard a sixth grader ask a classmate,...
I Have a Question? is a poignant mother/daughter narrative that began as an exhaustive search to determine the origins and therefore the answers to multiple medical irregularities that entail the story of Julie, a remarkably determined young lady, whose only goal was to be accepted as the perceptive and intelligent person she indeed is. She wanted to be “N...
Advice for My Children: How to Build Wealth – A Step-by-Step Guide, written for my own children as they begin their careers, offers a proven path to wealth, whether you're just starting out or twenty years into your career.
It's never too early or too late to start building wealth.
These thirty-six principles will help you master your money, ...
At 2:00 a.m. on August 26, 2018, I had God tell me, in no uncertain terms it was, in fact, time to write this book. He also provided me the title, What If I Wake Up Dead in the Morning? At some point in your faith life, when you hear God as strong as I did that night, it's best to do as you are told.
I had always lived my life believing I was in contr...
Gather the Fragments, That None May Be Lost is the fictional story of a small group of young, homeless, mothers living in a shelter in Manhattan who dream of a better life for themselves and their children. The characters are loosely based on a number of single mothers whose lives have intersected with the author's, as students, colleagues, and friends, as ...
Remain in Touch with God is the sincerest and most honest answer to the question, what must I do to deserve heaven or a life with God?
Throughout history, God has taken the initiative to reach out to humanity through all possible means, and lastly through his son, Jesus Christ. Listen to him and do what he asks of you, and you will certainly remain i...
Join Rhea and her fellow detectives as they crack some of day care's most puzzling cases. Mrs. Bearington has gone missing. Help Rhea find her by using your supersleuth counting skills to solve each clue. Is Mrs. Bearington lost forever? Only time will tell....
Imagine the scene: a crowded dining room, people milling about as they look for the best place to sit. As they are circling for a landing, they hear snippets of conversations as the volume rises and falls from one speaker to the next. Finally, one by one, seats open up and conversations are joined.
Life at the Guys Table is about lessons learned from ...
Sociopolitical upheavals and natural disasters in a country compel young men to emigrate from their realm. After perilous journeys, they settle in wealthier and more stable countries, but they don't want to be detached from their roots. Therefore, the young men go back home to marry and bring their wives with them to live in their new domiciles. However, man...
“Remember the Future” is a candid and insightful guide for the average person to find their own success by identifying and maneuvering through the mental obstacles of everyday life. The author hopes to show the reader through vicarious examples that hope is never lost in this often negative and difficult world we live in. The philosophy of “Remember th...
Just by looking at someone, you might not be able to tell they have a disability. Diabetes is seen as a disability by the federal government. It is a major life-changing event. I have had type 1 diabetes for forty-four years, since I was three. This story shares my experiences growing up with the disease. Not just the disease itself, but my life which surrou...
Called to Be a Witness is the answer to a prayer that Pamela prayed as she cried out from her heart to the Lord for new meaning and purpose in her life after the loss of her son in 2016. The Lord then directed her to write her life's story in a book, and He gave her this title. Pamela shares how God's grace is the “light” in her life that has kept her th...
This book proposes that hospitals should aim not only to heal or rehabilitate the sick, but should also teach people how to live a healthy life. The management system described can be used by hospital managers at any level to improve performance and results following a team approach where various needed skills are added when needed. The key to success is to ...
Most women are raised in a context of feminine values, whether they are aware of those values or not. Some of the values specific to this feminine culture are interdependence, caring, and relationality. In our time, many women cross over into a masculine value culture when they take on what were traditional male roles in male-evolved institutions. Eventually...
Abraham's name for God was Yahweh Jireh, the God who provides. Nowhere are the provisions of God for our spiritual growth and development more in evidence than in the last and final book of the Bible, the book of Revelation. Here, in eight visions, our Heavenly Father has laid out for us what we need for our spiritual growth and development. These vision...
This book is a must read. The author is one of the most provocative pastors in America. He is not well-known; neither does he desire to be. He is one of few pastors who totally depend on the Lord for every word spoken and every word preached. You see, not only is Pastor Ardoin totally dependent on God, but the reason is thought-provoking. Pastor Ardoin, from...
A Layman's Look at Ruth provides pastors, Sunday school teachers, evangelists, and any student of the Bible with a comprehensive insight into the story of Ruth and her kinsman-redeemer, Boaz. She journeys to a land foreign to her with her mother-in-law. Due to her faith in the God of Israel, she and her mother-in-law are sustained. She eventually learns that...
I Am the Thorn is a story of transformation, both in the body of the "thorn" and in his "heart"! He is completely new. Anyone can change, even things that hurt!...
This book is written as a testimony to the life experiences of the author from childhood to old age. Feeling extremely privileged for being involved in the ministries, for the glory of God. The author's life is a miracle from God as He keeps him alive to proclaim the message.
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Katie is a young Jewish girl who begins her journey as she leaves Germany to escape Hitler's rise to power and the horrors of World War II. Her adventure takes her to Madrid, Spain, and on to Marseille, France. From there, she goes to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and lives there for many years. She completes her journey by moving to the United States.
Kat...
Sometimes, a child is told a story they remember all their life. The tale helps them cope with the storms faced in life.
Ernestine Beckwith used the story her mother told her one stormy night to help her through the chaos and trials of growing up in a frontier town during the Civil War.
...
Rose Abernathy was a fixture around the Woodland Hills Active Adult Community. Careening around in her golf cart with her canine companion, walking the wooded trails, or reading on a bench, Rose was recognized by all. Then one day she vanished.
While four frantic neighbors try their hands at amateur sleuthing to find Rose, her husband also disapp...
Welcome to the wonderful art of tailoring. In this book, you will find the skills needed to master your craft and run a profitable sewing business. If you have the slightest sewing skills, you can learn the trade of tailoring to make money full time or part time or just altering garments for yourself. This book teaches you step-by-step skills of how to maste...
“Amazing grace, how sweet the sound!” A familiar refrain, right? Do those words resonate with you? Well, rightly understood, the word grace is one of the grandest words in the Christian vocabulary and is certainly one of the most glorious themes in the Bible. This book attempts to explain the reasons why. Against the backdrop of sinful humanity and the n...
A word to parents and grandparents:
In these days of bullying, body-shaming, and
name-calling, children need to be reminded
that no matter what happens to them on the
outside, they are perfect and pure on the
inside. They will be empowered by learning
that there is a strong, confident person living
inside the ...
Crabapple Jones is a crabby little boy who is cross and cantankerous and rude to his sister. He is a little boy whose parents are at their wit's end with his antics. The parents turn to the Bible for guidance in dealing with their strong-willed child, and the result of scripture-based parenting changes Crabapple Jones's young heart....
Master Plan for Marriage is the product of three decades of counseling with thousands of couples who are struggling. Everyone goes into marriage with great intention, but few really know how to be married well. This book shows couples that their way does not work, and it never has worked for them. In Master Plan for Marriage, you will see that only the Maste...
I started writing to ease the pain and loss. What I was feeling, I couldn't cry. I just wrote, which gave me comfort and not question Jesus Christ. Jesus is the controller. Jesus. He gave me abundance of grace and peace. Through Jesus. Amen....
When tragedy struck this family,they could have become bitter and hated the whole world.Instead,what did they do? They wrote a book. This is why The Guilt of Innocence was put into print.
Young men all around the world are dealing with false rape allegations and sexual misconduct cases. Here's a testament of how you can get through it all with God's a...
So You Think You're Ready for Life is a compilation of true short stories that chronicle different situations throughout the life of the author. Many are comical and several are serious, but all are told in a captivating and enticing way that draws you into the events as they happen. These events leave you with life lessons at the end of each story to assist...
How Noah Learned About Courage is a story about a young man that like many of us faced many trials and learned to overcome with help from Jesus. Noah learned about courage from folks that were along his journey of life. From teachers,to classmates,to friends and the list goes on. Noah's greatest discovery is that with Jesus, he can be courageous and help oth...
The book of Genesis has inspired considerable debate among scholars in the secular world as well as within all of Christendom. Most people are still searching for answers to the most perplexing questions: Is there a God? Was Noah's flood universal or local? Were Adam and Eve the first humans? These as well as other crucial questions are addressed in The Gene...
Jodie Brown, living on a small run-down farm, is a teenage girl who loves horses. Her dream is to sometimes own and ride her own horse and compete in a horse show. However, being born with a physical disability makes it impossible for her to ride. With her father passing away and her mother working two jobs to make ends meet, owning a horse is out of the que...
For as far back as young Jimmy Sawyer could remember, he heard stories about buried treasure on Sawyer Key. Living in Key West and being a commercial fisherman, he was on the water almost every day, often just a stone throw away from Sawyer Key. It turns out that the pirate, Henry Jennings, did bury treasure on Sawyer Key, and several others were interested ...
In a government's top-secret research lab, there has been a billion-dollar project going on for many years to alter the DNA code of a mouse to a human being for covert operations. This project has failed many times; however, there is one animal, double 00102, who has survived. This animal is responding so fast mentally and physically that not even the doctor...
This is the true survival story of a young mother with six children, all under eight years old, abandoned out in the desert by her husband, and how they survived for about seven months.
Family members escaped death many times.
Her daughter saves her brother.
She saw her son hanging himself.
Dust storms, strange visitor, snakes, ea...
Matt White was an average guy just looking to earn some extra money while he was teaching.
After he started performing his magic shows at the theater in downtown Chicago, he met a gentleman named Richard who had a profound influence on his life.
This is their story....
Just when you thought that you had found a quiet blank space, a child's imagination fills these pages with creatures from bunnies to whales. Be careful when choosing this book, you may be surprised to find what's inside....
Ruben and Lillian (Martin) Corgill were my parents. Ruben was born in 1890. Lillian was born in 1898. Their lives spanned a time period from “horse and buggy” days to the jet age and space exploration. However, the way they lived didn't change very much as the modern world was evolving around them. Throughout their productive years, they stuck to the old...
Moo Moo Mouse lives in a tiny mouse house near the fairyland forest. Moo Moo loves to watch the little fairies play in the early morning before the sun comes up. One morning, Moo Moo gets there to find the fairies are already gone. Just as she turns to go home, she hears a tiny little cry for help. Looking around, Moo Moo spots a little fairy on the ground, ...
The Six Tribes each hold fierce animals who are determined to become warriors. The Woodland People receive their animal spirits at the age of twelve and can turn into their animal at any moment. Hutch is ready to receive his animal spirit. He wants to know what animal truly lies in him. Will it be the Bear Tribe with its huge grizzlies that could crush a sk...
Living a life of sin for many years had me in bondage. I was a slave to sin. I was living my life a lie, wanting to find the truth. I have fought the demon for many years. To defeat the demon, you've got to find out what demons fear. See, the devil and his demons like to plant fear in you and feed off it. If you don't give them no fear to eat, they will soon...
The Seven Dispensations of Grace is a series and compilation of the prophetic revelation the Lord wanted to give unto the world of the “Goodness” and Grace of Himself from one dispensation to the next, in relation to humanity from creation through to the last of days. He gives us revelatory knowledge of how he has sat upon the throne of grace from dispen...
This book is a must-read for everyone who wants to understand how to live healthy in our day and age. Hosea 4:6 says “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge.” It is true that some health conditions don't entirely depend on the actions of people, but there are so many health conditions that can be avoided with the correct information. The purpose ...
Have you ever wondered how pastors first received God's call to become a minister? Would you be surprised to know that it is often in the local church culture that it becomes apparent that God wants them to be in ministry? In The Madison Effect: An Inspiring Culture of Call, Gary Robbins explores an inspirational culture of call within a small church in Madi...
This family of eagles have already overcome the problem of weak eagle shells and leaving their home in the big city of Philly. I want this book to be an inspiration to children from the early parts of their lives. Shining Spirit is my way of describing some deep, emotional, and devastating parts of my own young life.
Shine is a deep and inward place i...
After completing my bachelor's degree in disaster management, I knew everything was about to change. No longer was I going to be a waitress at the yacht club. I was going to be rich, independent, and successful. My mediocre life was about to end.
Driving to my parents' house, I recited a short speech I had prepared to thank them for their support. I'...
For most people, reading through the Bible from cover to cover can seem like a daunting task. Likewise, finding practical application can sometimes seem even more difficult. W[Book titles are set in italics.]alking with Him Daily: A Daily Walk Through the New Testament is a tool to assist you in your journey. This book will help you take one chapter at a tim...
It all began on a Sunday in 1992. It was not just any Sunday. This was a Sunday when an encounter with God would radically change the life of a couple from Tennessee. What they thought was a vacation in Puerto Rico turned out to be more than they expected. The encounter, so dramatic, affected their relationship with God, each other, and everyone else they ca...
The Animals in the Ark is the unique story of Noah's Ark told form the point of view of the animals. Have you ever wondered what it was like to be one of those animals? Now you will know. It was quite an experience and an adventure. What happened when the flood ended and the animals left the ark? Get ready for a surprise!...
Alessandra must escape.
Darkness, so thick it threatens to consume everything around it, works as ideal cover, concealing a dauntless young girl as she creeps aboard the pirate ship lying in harbor in seventeenth-century Port Royal. When darkness fades to light, she must find a way to stay safe. She must hide in plain sight.
Alessandra must con...
Life changed completely in a heartbeat.
Frank had a massive brain hemorrhage; the diagnosis was terminal.
In the emergency department, the doctor told me that she could try to save him by transporting him; there might be a way that they could drill into his head and relieve the pressure and save his life. His chances of survival were 2 percent....
It is spring on the farm, and young Ben has a big job. It is to protect all the birds that live there. Luckily, his friends Hana and Tigger help him whenever they can. One day, after having rescued Mabel, the guinea hen's young keets, from a hungry fox, Ben is given a thank-you gift of eighteen guinea eggs for his gallant act of bravery from all the guinea h...
Bill Bugg and his wife, Billie Jean, planned a long retirement together after raising their children. Those plans were completely devastated when Billie Jean was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Bill was her caregiver until she passed away in December 2003, eighteen years after she began having memory problems. This book is Bill's account of what he learned that ...
Brendan, the imaginative young boy who loves music, sees the possibility of rhythm everywhere. Brendan thinks he was given special ears to hear the music all around him. He creates his own sounds wherever he goes. He makes an adventure out of grocery shopping, bringing him and his mom so much joy. One day a package arrives for Brendan and what's inside chang...
Author Rodney Evans thought worldly possessions such as cars, clothes, money, and a good life with family and friends were all he needed. During his goal to obtain those things, God was never in his thoughts until difficult times hit him.
The author has written this heartfelt story about God's open door policy to except all who comes through His door ...
The Jewish teachings of the Torah in the law and prophets contain a treasure of knowledge and understanding revealing the Jewish Messiah Yeshua or Jesus Christ. When viewed through the lens of the Hebrew alphabet clues hidden in plain sight reveal the mystery of Messiah that the eyes of our understanding may be opened. ...
Aliera Wants to be a Monkey is about a girl named Aliera who goes to the zoo to learn about capuchin monkeys. She finds out something cool about the monkeys and wants to be one. She soon learns not everything about monkeys are cool. ...
Our emotions can seem to come out of nowhere and flow over us so quickly that we can be overwhelmed by them. They engulf our entire being, causing us to almost feel like we are swimming in a sticky mess we can't seem to get out of. They are talking to us and asking us to listen. Perhaps one of the women in this book will speak your language and invite you to...
After spending six months researching several major religions of the world and feeling more confused than ever, Diane decided to write a letter to The Creator of The Universe and the Jesus she was told about since childhood.
Dear God,
If you are the one true God and Jesus is Your Son, and He really died for my sins on The Cross and ros...
We are all in a battle every day of our lives. Satan is waging war on us and God. It's not a war we can see because it is a spiritual war. Satan is proud and he's angry that he isn't God. His weapons of warfare are temptation, doubt, anger, lies, deception, other people, and life circumstances.
Few people are aware of this and most do not care to thin...
As parents, nearly all mothers and fathers form a bond with their offspring at the moment of birth. As we parents know, children do not come with instructions, however. The business of raising them to become productive members of society is a roller-coaster of ups and downs. This series of trials and errors helps to define and solidify the parental bond. Whe...
When a promise with a strange and mysterious facet behind it is made in the life of gifted nine-year-old Douglas Southerland, he is propelled into making choices he must deal with, and an unusually odd quest begins that lasts the rest of his life.
Spanning eight decades, The Promise is the story of Douglas's first-class life from the 1890s to 1970. Wh...
• # symbolizes the days and times we live in
• Spiritual projects the necessity to edit our lives with a heavenly mindset
• Selfies represents the internal pictures of our character developed by the Lord
This book of poetry is presented by author Glenny Z. Moore. It offers an unfashionable trend for the world; however, it'...
In the presence of God, the love, mercy, and grace are so overwhelming that I find my tears falling like rain until I am “drenched in grace.”...
The hairables have only known water and darkness. They discover that there is another way of life for them and a brighter world to see. As the hairables attempt to find a way out of the darkness and into the light, they will have to lend a hand, or should I say a hair, to help out their fellow mates. ...
Noodle shares her and her sibling's life on a farm with their Momma and Daddy. Momma was raised in an orphanage during the great depression. Daddy was a pilot in the army during WWII. Daddy made up his own religion, which included using no medication, no birth control, and no grace. Women and girls must wear dresses, and men are superior to women and...
Daniel Kelly watches the world around him with the eyes and heart of a writer, but life in rural Pennsylvania in 1860 doesn't provide him much to write about. Abby Weimer is a farmer's daughter who wants to be anything but a farmer's wife. Brian O'Bern, her foster brother, chafes against farm life and Abby's father, as well. The boys have a plan to get to Ph...
On the unknown planet Interk sits the dense and mysterious Moon Glow Wood. The planet mirrors Earth in all aspects of life and landscape.
Two owls learn to read in the forgotten library of a dilapidated mansion which sits on the edge of The Wood.
Smilecramp, the young owl, uses his newfound knowledge to form a plan that could present a life of ...
As I was writing my story The End Is the Beginning, the thoughts running through my mind had to do with the stories I continued to hear during church studies about our stay on earth being transitory and then when someone passed away, if he had been a good Christian follower of the Lord, his place in heaven would be waiting for him....
When I think of all my possessions to include any wealth in savings or retirement funds—my home and cars; my health, the strength of my body and mind; all that I have accomplished; my talents, titles, or degrees—is there anything that I can claim aside from the magnificent grace of God? Anything? For me, there is nothing that I can claim. Since I came in...
What does a person have to believe to be a Christian? With hundreds of different denominations and probably thousands of beliefs, are there some essentials that all people must believe in to be a Christian? An obvious answer to that is, yes. What are the essentials that people must believe in to be a Christian? The author answers that question with eight ess...
While it may not normally be the case, once in a great while, the pieces of a puzzle seem to fall into place with astonishing ease. The exceptional set of circumstances that occurred during a six-month period in 1998, beginning with a “discovery” trip to St. Edward, Nebraska, to finding a distant relative that happened to be a history professor and famil...
Brave Tsavo, the first African lion hound, never dies. A nature god blesses him with reincarnation, and he lives again and again as an angel of mercy for the people he loves. Follow his heroic journey from the Dark Continent to the 9/11 disaster site and the Battle of Gettysburg. Watch him outwit a famous psychiatrist and cross the genetic line between man a...
This story is about how a little boy named Rocky. His friends and family called him Rocky the Rocket. As you read this story, you will find out how Rocky got his nickname. How his love for God, family, and speed help him become known as Rocky the Rocket. How he became one of the greatest motorcycle riders that ever lived.
This book is filled with spee...
It's every boy's dream to have a great family and especially to have a big brother to look up to who really likes you. My brother is not like any other big brother; he is the best big brother in the world! And nothing will ever change that. Even if someone tries, my big brother promised to always be there for me and to never stop talking to me. My pa...
This book was written to comfort the lonely souls who are facing fears from those they love. This book teaches us to act with caution and be compassionate when it comes to emotional situations.
In this book, you will discover the importance of love and patience because of human need. A parent gives all they know to nurture a child as he becomes an adu...
After Shlomo recovers from his heart attack, he flies en route to the Grand Canyon, but two desperados—fresh from their latest bank heist—have other ideas. They flag Shlomo down in his car and force him to drive them to their secret lair. There he stumbles upon a source of potential great wealth. Soon Shlomo and his captors find they need each other.
Ben Thomas is about to celebrate his eighteenth birthday with his friends at his grandfather's lakeside estate. His best friend, Jack Foster, has invited Megan Dills, a relatively new student at Franklin High, to the birthday party and surprises Ben by telling him just before the party begins. Little does Ben know that the adventure of a lifetime is ...
Born out of wedlock to a rebellious teenaged mother, Bella Rose became known as he homeliest child the people of Homewood, Montana, had ever seen. Born with odd facial features and a club foot, she would later be stricken with poliomyelitis, resulting in further disability. Unsuccessful attempts to correct her severe spinal curvature defect resulted in even ...
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord.
—Jeremiah 17:7
Electing the People's President, Donald J. Trump, is a personal history of the 2016 Presidential Election. It is written by one of the sixty-two million people that elected our forty-fifth President. Nancy Allen began the journey in 2015 as d...
This book is about recognizing the works of notable liberal scholars who have conducted various studies in which their findings reveal that liberal democratic countries and their political actors, such as government officials, political party, interest groups, and mass media leaders are peaceful compared to illiberal democratic or authoritarian countries and...
Though Elsie Reyes Cook has traveled throughout Asia as a missionary, served as a high-profile executive at CBN Asia, while also being sought-after church speaker and counselor-her early beginnings hardly promised such a life of ministry. As a painfully shy, awkward and insecure girl growing up in a humble Philippines provincial household, Elsie often prefer...
America's Instability: the Present, the Past, and a Challenging Future is a description of the various wars between conflicting value systems throughout Western civilization. America's national election of 2016 is a graphic example of the cultural arguments embedded in our social history.
This study does not attempt to solve these complex problems but...
A suburban South Denver family has recently moved to a beautiful neighborhood only to find that their lives have begun to fall apart. Strange knocking and other unexplained events began to happen almost immediately. After Jonathan Stout is asked to leave, his wife, Pamela, is forced to deal with the increasing activity on her own. Minor issues become terrify...
Joyce is seventy-one. She has fought with her weight since she was forty, until now! She has written this book to help you figure out how many calories you need a day and the knowledge that you can eat regular foods and lose weight!...
The purpose of this book is to demonstrate the transcendent and defiant power of jubilee freedom, a freedom that beats the odds against repairing broken relationships and advancing the cause of justice. It will provoke greater consciousness of progress made toward dismantling racism and overcoming hostilities. The book gives witness to the fact that many hav...
Great leaders are like rare diamonds, and great leadership is in high demand but short supply. Good leadership is desperately needed if we are to survive the ever-changing, twisting tide of leadership. Have we lost our way in a sea of questionable tactics and attitudes about genuine leadership? Does moral authority fit in with our guest to become great leade...
Sarah is used to the everyday nightmare that is her family. She is just trying to keep her head down and graduate high school. However, her life changes unexpectedly when a person from her dreams appears. Levi brings with him secrets. Sarah is a fairy from another realm, and she is in danger. Now Sarah must dodge an evil fairy, navigate a new royal life, and...
King Everything was written to teach the biblical principles found in 1 Corinthians 13. With a name like King Everything, anything is possible... or is it?...
Satan was bold and determined—“Stretch out your hand and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse you to your face!”
Thus begins one of the most famous cases of suffering in history.
But is there more to the story than suffering and patience?
In Satan's Wager, Stephen Moore shares the amazing story of a bad bet and t...
Underneath the Green Canopy was inspired by an actual old farmhouse built in Lincoln County, North Carolina, sometime around the late 1700s or early 1800s. All of the events are centered around Denver, North Carolina. The house is still a beautiful and a magnificent looking home today.
The book is all fictional with some actual events, times, places, ...
Parental Rehab is for parents, relatives, and those who deal with troubled youth. My wife and I found no instructions as to why our son was the way he was. We proceed alongside his path as he grew up, in search of answers, which came painfully slow, but at least they came. We want our experience to be helpful to you. We have had many varied thoughts and emot...
The Snicklefritz children have no idea that their ordinary day
will be interrupted by an unexpected visitor that sends them on the greatest
adventure of their lives. Join them as they learn to have courage and faith in the face of danger, and how fear can keep you from reaching your full potential.
Don't miss out on The Day of the Backy...
During a family wedding celebration, Fr. Bill Donahough finds himself privy to his young sister's trauma. He arranges an abortion. What follows is the tidal wave effect upon his own life and those who are close to him—his siblings, his fellow priests, the Church hierarchy, and the secretive Catholic lay apostolate known as Opus Dei.
During that cele...
This book is about “the world's greatest truths,” but it's really about just one Person.
According to the Bible, truth is not an abstraction.
Truth is a Person. Jesus said, “I am the truth.”3
I hope you have found Him in these pages.
...
Authentic discipleship is a step-by-step method for achieving Christian spiritual maturity. It is a Bible-based process using 2 Peter chapter 1 as its source. The Apostle Peter reveals the process at the end of his life where he is expressing his concern for the spiritual well-being of his flock. The process reveals the actual expectations of the Lord for th...
It's Christmas time in Uncle Al's Wood, and Bubba Bear wants to share the season with his best friends....
There is one interview in hell that you do not want to read about . . . yours!
Nothing can make the reality of hell more personal than to have dozens of people tell their story as to how they wound up in hell.
The stories that you are about to read are about situations that you could have been in or you may even know about from friends or famil...
This Christian-based story is about a young boy named Bryce who curiously inquires about a strange yellow ball in the sky—the sun. While learning about the sun we need on earth, Bryce also learns about God's son, Jesus Christ. The story also shows how a mom uses everyday moments to teach her young children about the Word of God....
The Little Red Cup is a clear illustration of how powerful prayer
is during our time of need. We often solely look at our own abilities
to solve problems, but we forget that we cannot do it on our own.
Many times it is not until we trust and pray to God that the answer is
revealed. This story embodies the scripture of Matthew 21:2...
The last works of Randy Glasbergen were found in his office as the family were sorting through items on his desk after his unexpected passing in 2015. The contents of this book are a compilation of new cartoons in just about every topic Randy wrote and drew about. Randy's intention was to add these cartoons to his extensive online cartoon catalog. Rather tha...
A collection of twelve simple, yet engaging short stories in two very different genres:
There is a suite of six interconnected western stories.
Then there are six stories of the holiday that are season sure to leave the reader feeling good.
...
This book on “The General Principles of School Management and Institutions of Higher Learning is a high-profile text which has been described as a masterpiece in the field of educational Management by the three evaluators of the manuscript and those who have accessed and made use of the book particularly the Universities and Colleges of Education. As a re...
When strange things happen, even your best friends may never believe you. Travis Mortley learns this the hard way when he is injured and nearly killed by a mysterious train car rolling down a mountain into lake Wiloko. Like searching for a needle in a sea of haystacks, Travis sets out on a mission to try to find the train car and figure out what happened. Go...
Oh God, Please Fix This Mess was written to inspire children to pray and believe that our prayers are heard. It is very scary for a child to leave their home and parents unwillingly to live with strangers, not knowing if they will ever be reunited with their families again. Children do not understand the foster care system nor why their family has been broke...
Visitors are swarming Bethlehem due to the mandatory census and tax. For Hannah and her husband, this means business for their already busy inn. For Hannah's sister, Bayla, the most sought-after midwife, this means aiding tired traveling pregnant women in relieving premature labor pains or even delivering premature babies. On top of the extra work for Bayla,...
It is no small thing to read the greatest book ever written, for we are left with more questions than answers. Indeed, it is deep waters and hard to see beneath the ripples on the surface, for who can know the mind of God? It is a spiritual book, full of symbolism, a book of dreams and visions, of signs and wonders, where everything has two meanings. The Bib...
"The Downfall of the Dinosaurs" is a fun children's poem about dinosaurs that were so intent on boasting and bickering about their various strengths that they failed to notice a looming threat to their existence--a giant asteroid. Only the cleverest creature would survive....
You are invited! Come along on a thrilling game-by-game journey through the eyes of a sports broadcaster from the press box, as the tradition-rich Kennett Eagles football team chases a division three New Hampshire high school football state championship, following the lead of their legendary coach, Gary Millen....
Julie Mueller lacks the confidence and self-esteem her older brothers and sisters have. Being overweight certainly doesn't help.
Dawn Mason, the popular girl in class, is attractive. Boys like her. She looks good in a bikini. The girls form an unlikely friendship.
Thanks to Dawn, Julie's world expands. She is introduced to cigar...
Jesus fulfilled over 150 prophesies, most of which are in this book, while He walked this earth, was crucified, resurrected, and ascended to heaven so we can be assured that He will return to rule this earth as he promised. He is the “Seed of the woman” prophesied in Genesis 3:15, but there is another seed we need to watch out for: the “seed of the ser...
This is the true-to-life story of my husband's two children, Michael Scott and Mary Catherine Meyerson Still, who both tragically died at an early age. Michael Scott died from AIDS in 1992, and Mary Catherine died from leukemia in 2007. It is the story of the suffering and survival through both losses and how a marriage can survive such terrible loss even th...
There was great joy in the Przepiorka home in Wegrow when Mendl and Esther welcomed their little princess, Gitele, born after two boy siblings already nine and twelve years old. It was spring of 1939, but the bliss was short-lived. When Gitele was three months old, Hitler's army marched into Poland and stole her happy childhood. Yet there was a flicker of li...
The LORD tells us in Jeremiah 29:13–14a, “And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart, I will be found by you says the LORD.” He also tells us in Matthew 6:6 (KJV), “But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut the door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth i...
This is a romantic, sweet, inspiring tale that moves you to believe that there is a force stronger than all of us. A new beginning is given to a young mother and her child, and every important value of life is redeemed beyond measure. Three people find each other and become a Connecticut farm family starting over with struggles, joys, comic relief, a...
Success is the feeling that you get from helping others. Our book is a compilation of successes and failures that start with the founding of this nation. You travel through centuries and experience the effects that US presidents can have on your business. Review success factors of several business leaders and learn how to share traits that make them successf...
Managing grief is a monumental task and requires the bereaved to navigate through a myriad of obstacles that are not the same but unique to each person experiencing grief. The emotional fallout associated with grief is often likened to “the elephant in the room,” and few (including the bereaved) want to acknowledge its existence. Fewer still want to open...
The title of the book is made of two thoughts: one, we should count our blessings, and when we do, we will be able to hold our chins up and smile. To dwell on the negative gives room for heartbreak and destruction, which hinder one's walk with God and our witness for him.
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In this unpredictable sci-fi adventure, it's the year 2051, and Jordan Salvador has a dilemma. He begins to question the faith in which he was raised. In the process of trying to discover whether or not Alphaeus is the true God, his new friend Maeko reveals an important document to him, which leads to another problem—a problem of epic proportions and world...
World War II: Book--Ended covers the time Hitler was born until the end of the war. It includes information on the war's leaders, critical statistics, and countries involved. The book also describes brutal battles that went on during the war....
While vacationing with his family in sunny Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Glen Travis accidentally uncovers a life-changing secret from more than two decades earlier. Troubled by his discovery, he requests the services of the Brockton, Massachusetts, police department upon his return home. Getting no cooperation from the police or the district attorney's offi...
Now it's late summer, and the garden has grown into an abundance of beautiful vegetables. Ms. Greenthumb gathers them into her large basket and heads for her kitchen. “What's going on? Why are we leaving the garden?”
The vegetables are very unhappy; the beans and the peas don't like being on the bottom of the basket and they don't like the dirt dr...
The Book is written straight from the compassion of my heart and spirit to enlighten young people and older. This book is about a child of God, formed and molded by the blessed hand of God and born into a spiritual realm unknown to human kind, becoming a warrior traveling through spiritual dimensions of the motherland on an incredible journey of mysterious a...
This is the story of James “Jimmy' Mathis. It is the story of a boy who needed a home and about a family pulled apart by hard choices. It is the story about a legacy and the many people touched by it. But above all, it is the story of love and giving and how one man radiated the love for his family and gave back to his community. His daughter captures the ...
The stock market is the backbone of the country's financial market. Pension accounts, 401(k) accounts, individual retirement accounts—depend on having successful investments in the stock market. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) govern the protection of the stock market. We trust them to prot...
*Illustrated by Amber Harmon Whitworth
Paddy and Peggy O'Malley live on a small plot of land where they work hard to make a living. Their lives would be peaceful except for their contrary and disobedient cow, Daisy, who gives them no end of trouble. Daisy's mischievous adventures eventually bring consequences that teach her a hard lesson....
Prayer is powerful! In the pages of this book, you can discover some of the things I faced as a foster child when I was part of the system. The apples story in chapter 2 really concludes three or four years later in chapter 5. Did you know I am an answer to prayer? You might be too! ...
What's in Your Heart? It is a study of character. Each chapter will challenge and encourage self-examination of character attribute, value, or guiding principle that one may want to own. Character attributes examined in the book are defined and scripture references are used. Personalities from the Old Testament (OT) and the New testament (NT) are examined an...
The Adventures of Chewy the Chihuahua and Her Sidekick Cupcake is based on the real-life adventures of two very loving, playful, and stubborn Chihuahuas. Adventure No. 1: The Beginning tells the story of how Chewy came to be with her humans Jay and Marilyn and how she got her little sister and sidekick Cupcake.
As the only dog in the house, Chewy rece...
Before the Stone is an autobiography chronicling all the experiences that Dr.Durussia Jenkins has encountered throughout her life. You will be enthralled as you read about the unusual heavenly visitations by mysterious people in different cities and towns that Dr. Jenkins has experienced her entire life.
Overcoming death and beyond, through the divine...
Dear You, a culmination of letters from the author's heart to yours, will empower you, encourage you, strengthen you, as well as equip you with the right tools to be a living legend, leaving a forever legacy. This culmination of letters fosters the sense of never being alone on this journey of life. Each letter is filled with love and will inspire and resona...
Near Dawson Creek is a creek located in Pamlico County, North Carolina. The creek enters the Neuse River near Arapahoe, North Carolina. It is a place of scenic beauty....
Earth is in political and economic turmoil after being attacked and successfully repelling two world invasions by the Galleen alien civilization.
John Smith is an orphan with no options. He joins the NNP Fleet Marines, seeking adventure to see the universe and as an opportunity to get out of a bad situation. Soon, he is immersed in the notoriously cru...
Kaya has been waiting for the day when she can accompany her grandfather on his annual trip with the blue crystals gathered by their village. But at each stop, Grandfather doesn't seem to know how precious those stones are and gives some away.
Kaya learns how our perception can be limited. By opening our hearts and helping others, we can see t...
In addition to select experiences from the author's life, Lacy and Oliver cites events in the lives of maternal grandparents and great-grandparents. Spiritual strength, resiliency, and unconditional love allowed them to effectively negotiate a wide range of difficult and tragic family events. A glimpse of pioneer life is presented, as is a limited account of...
Secrets of my Diary is a book based on a little girl by the name of Brandy Bennett. Throughout her childhood to adulthood, she had to endure many traumatic experiences such as rape and physical and verbal abuse from her mother and molestation from many men. Her mother, Shirley McCoy, was a victim of drug abuse while trying to cope with the fact that Brandy's...
Compliving is a compelling compressed seven principal programs of complete living which complements any lifestyle. It brings together the seven necessary functions of the human experience in this adventure called life.
This program is not another textbook. I am not here to lecture or scold. You opened this book because you are looking for change. You ...
After the worst terrorist attack in the world, what lies in the rubble is too sad to understand. Among the dust and the lives that were lost that day are our heroes. The one that survived, the strangers that helped are our heroes. The military, police, and first responders are our heroes. Brooke was just a simple Southern gal from a quaint town wanting to of...
Once upon a time and ages ago,
Santa Claus bellowed “HO! HO! HO!”
When children wondered how presents come to them,
Santa stated and laughed, “That is no problem.”
So if you live in a home with no chimney,
Santa Claus says, “BELIEVE! BELIEVE! BELIEVE!”
Because Santa had a talk with the Easter Bunny,
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I AM THAT I AM. I am The LORD Jesus Christ who was born of blood and water through a chosen virgin. I am Jesus who was crucified, died, and risen from the grave. I am alive forever and I have the keys. I have the power to forgive sins. I AM GOD alone and there is none else. Therefore, by my name, I forgive you of all your sins. You are forgiven. I love you, ...
It's true. Mama wants a lot of things, so that's what she gets. But it's not what Hannah wants. Hannah wants only one thing. Something she thinks about every day. Hannah needs a kitten of her very own. A little kitten to hold and listen to it purr. And Mama just doesn't seem to understand. Will Hannah ever get her kitten?...
A race will be held outside the small town of Norka. This is a very unusual race because the last to the finish line will be the winner. The residents of Norka don't know what to think of this kind of race, and some ridicule it. However, after the race begins, they soon come to appreciate slowing down and being able to enjoy the beauty of nature and their su...
Self-empower your motivation skills.
You can tailor-make your own system using BJ's motivational power phrases to achieve your desired success. He did it. Why not you? Here are a few of those phrases:
Setting a critical deadline can serve as a motivating sign.
The will for us to win comes from within.
A big dream is a great motiva...
This book is joyous and pragmatic. The author wove together all the variables that lead to the top point by point, giving the core principles and the variables to a successful luxurious life.
Race to the Top: Aim High analyzes page by page and blow by blow the key variables that lead you to the top of the helmet. This is the book I was looking for whe...
Geneva Aston had a happy and uneventful childhood. She was hoping her teen years would be the same. However,during high school she experiences something totally unexpected. Will she survive and grow,or will she fall apart?...
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Jason didn't know he was about to be engulfed in a sci-fi story. How the experience would change him so drastically or the outcome his actions would cause. Not everybody gets a second chance, an opportunity to start over. But Jason got to witness this firsthand. And there is nothing he would...
Long ago, a young girl was orphaned in a land of her people's enemies. She lived through the deaths of not one, but both of her parents - parents who taught her to love God and who faithfully modeled his ways to her. Had God forgotten her? Abandoned her? Never. Instead, God had an amazing plan for her life that included helping rescue her people from ce...
As you probably know, the process of looking for a new job has changed. While you may have been able to move easily from one job to another in the past, today you must aggressively attack the marketplace and create your own opportunities for success. There are multiple facets which a job seeker needs to focus on in today's economy. Of course, qualifications,...
On station off Okinawa, the crew of the destroyer USS KIDD braced for impact as the Japanese Zero hit and exploded its bomb. April 11, 1945, had suddenly become a very long day.
This true story about a new Naval officer is told through his letters home to his wife, young son, and family. Historical facts and personal details are filled in by the autho...
The following are only a few of the many adventures that have occurred as I either worked on my house, hiked, hunted, or fished in the wilderness along Lake Superior. I have tried to include many different animals and landscapes so you can get an idea of what you may run into if you spend too much time here. I found it as a great escape from the hass...
A collection of Poems:
A poem expresses thoughts, feeling and experiences. Through the years, I have jotted down these short poems in an effort to express myself. It is my way to capture these insights in a Concrete manner.
How exciting to express your thoughts, feelings and experiences and then to see them published for the f...
Playing Politics is a very thought provocative book unusually written with a very unordinary perspective. A combination of subject matter containing and referring to our forefathers, the Constitution, the Bible, the Roman Empire, medieval scholars and science woven like a thread through time on up to our time today. Showing the undeniable verity of the Bible...
Cassie lived her life by faith every day. She knew God was in control and had reasons for everything. So when an old high school friend, Michah Daniels, showed up at her bakery, Abundant Blessings, she knew there was a reason God brought him there.
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Confessions of a Father, subtitled Living Biblically Balanced in a Cultural World: Sanity in Insanity. This book and the stories I share with you have a meaning and purpose. As the pages unfold, as you see my life, my heart, my journey with Christ, you will see what the Holy Spirit has taught me. You will read how God has worked through my misunderstanding, ...
Social norms in our culture oftentimes dictate perfection in the way you look, walk, or talk. Diversity and inclusion initiatives are breaking through a lot of those barriers and revealing that looking, walking, or talking a certain way shouldn't determine an individual's value or worth. Regardless of the age, the pressures to be perfect can dim a bright fut...
“I wish I didn't . . .” How often have we all said that same phrase? The pressures of everyday life can be difficult. Resistance against what we call the system can lead to rebellious behavior. Individuals in this state simply see it as “being myself,” “living my own life,” “making my own decisions.” The underlying factor is structure, which ...
Let's lay down religion.
Let's lay down traditions.
Let's start getting it right.
Your walk with God is the most important area of your life. This journey should never be taken for granted. Each day brings about new challenges, new experiences, and new mountains to climb and conquer. The decisions you make today become the corner...
"But as the days of Noah were, so shall also the coming of the Son of Man be." What does this mean to you? This book is based primarily on the rapture but includes many side issues. The entire book puts a heavy emphasis on scripture and uses only the King James Version of the Bible. It answers the following questions: When is Jesus Christ's actual birth date...
The good and benevolent king is dying without an heir. In an attempt to save the king and his kingdom, Sargoth the wise sets off on a quest to find a long-lost artifact that is rumored to extend the life and health of its holder. Accompanying Sargoth is the king's head guardsman Fritzman and Sargoth's friend Narcissus the mage. They are soon joined by a fema...
Today's world is lacking in CareGivinG. This book will share with you and help you realize the word of God has the power to give, reveal, and communicate and show you how it offers hope, encouragement, strength, and guidance. Through personal stories, experiences, and sharing of scripture, you will be guided back to the basics of caregiving—loving, sharing...
Loosely based on a true story, Elena Marie Hogan grew up in the inner city of Los Angeles. A woman with a strong compassion for people, and a true heart of gold. Helping people out whenever she saw a need, seem to come as second nature to her, even most times in her own life, of coming last. After years, of giving so much of herself to everyone, she suddenly...
Childhood summer vacations are always special, but the summer before a life-changing event like your first year of high school can be particularly memorable. The great unknown of venturing out of your neighborhood comfort zone and meeting new friends can be stressful but also holds out the promise of meeting lifelong friends.
The Summer of 1964 tells ...
The Twelve Pillars of Manhood: A Vision that Honors God is the result of the author's life journey viewing community and family through the lens of the Word of God applied to real world situations. It argues that what ails our country and communities is the need for stronger families led by stronger men. But the book also provides guidance for women raising ...
“I love you just the way you are
Every bit that makes up you.”
A sister's love knows no bounds. It doesn't see size, color, shape, or ability. It's forgiving, honest, and true. It's love.
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Benji's Bunny is a story about a grandmother and little grandson who see a little bunny in the yard, but it ran into the woods. Benji looks for his bunny every day. What can Grandmother do to make Benji happy again?...
The Parables of Jesus is a verse-by-verse commentary of Jesus's parables found in the synoptic gospels. Each Bible verse is replicated, making it easier to compare the scriptures to the comments in the commentary without needing the Bible at one's side. In a thorough, well-organized, thought-provoking manner, the book weaves together historical context, ling...
You CAN Beat Your Addiction! If You're Thinkin' What I'm Thinkin' means exactly what it says. I've spent the last fifteen years gathering information on the disease of addiction. Many people don't understand what the disease truly is and how it affects our daily lives. It seems to be an imbalance in the brain. Because of misunderstandings, we don't know the ...
The story of Cocoa was written about my real-life dog and my grandchildren and their adventures together.
Come along and enjoy the adventures with us. We would love to have you!...
From the absolute certainty of Christian dogma to the disillusionment generated by the vagaries of real life, the author was compelled to embark on “a journey of understanding”.
That endeavor would lead to a very different understanding of God and His universe based on science and philosophy. Readers are encouraged to be “open minded” when rea...
Are you labeled as a youth... juvenile... budding adolescent? Then, Journey of Recurring Proofs: Kidville to Adulthood was written for you.
Parents, are you in search of some sugar-free brain candy for your young person's bookshelf? This is the book.
Educators can also obtain fresh material for classroom and homework exercises by reading this ...
God's Hole-in-One and Other Miracles is a book about the Lord's miraculous workings in the life of one ordinary Christian. The book begins with an unusual event which happened a few months after the author found faith in Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and Lord. He already had a series of miracles which led him to his knees in thanking God for his redemp...
Nicole Carter has three healthy children, a good marriage, and a great part-time job. She also bakes a great Bundt cake. But when the doctor utters the words, "Your daughter has a brain tumor," all of that seems swept away.
As her world is flipped upside down, Nicole struggles to navigate this new medical world and do her best to juggle the ot...
No matter what your current weight or fitness level is, this plan is your next step for a lifestyle change. By adding one new focus weekly for 12 weeks, filling out your journal, and repetition, magic happens. The weekly focuses become habits, the habits become automatic, and the weight loss is soon passive with minimal conscious effort. Focuses are introduc...
When a young boy awakens to find a talking poodle peering at him over the foot of his bed, he can't believe his eyes. When the poodle becomes bossy and brings uninvited guests over, it begins a series of strange events guaranteed to spark the imagination. This rhyming book is fun, easy to read, and is guaranteed to delight readers of all ages. ...
Christmas Tree Valley is a delightful story of the Anderson Family and their annual tradition of heading into the foot hills of Northern California to saw down their Christmas tree.
On this trip, the Andersons discover how magical Christmas Tree Valley truly is, and how they can share the gift of giving with others.
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Through a collection of twenty-six narratives, in ABC format, the authors, Carlos Davila and Brenda BradleyDavila, endeavored to tell their personal grandparenting story birthed from Brenda's obedience and answer to G-d's call and Carlos' willingness to trust G-d as they grandparented their grandson, Isaiah. But this is not a book about Isaiah. This is a boo...
Have you ever wondered how God deals with a Christian who chooses addiction?
The life of one alcoholic affects hundreds of other lives, especially when the active drinker is a teacher, a parent, a grandparent, an involved church and community member.
This is the story of a Christian marriage that weathers the storm of alcoholism at its...
In this book you will find the author's remembrances of her days of lack (sometimes not knowing where the next whatever was coming from), struggles, many of them with pain and sorrows, and finally, the many once-in-lifetime moments of joys and victories! Sometimes, it is necessary to remember just how far the Lord has brought you, and what he has brought you...
Who would have thought the simplicity of a fly swatter could be so much fun? This poetic book with fun-filled pictures enhances a child's reading experience. It also encourages motivation, determination, and coordination. Simple things make kids happy. This book is for the young at heart, and anyone annoyed by pesky flies. Come join the craze and find out wh...
The title of the book, OOPS!!, came about as Patrick's nephews, Jackson and Cohen, had some things happen that had Patrick saying “OOPS!!” to them. You can read about some of those things that happened in this book. Once he said it, they started repeating it, and it became a legend.
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In the year 1888, in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, the Ward brothers have carved out a good life for themselves at Sweetbrier Farm. Joshua, the second eldest, decides that the eldest brother, Luke, should marry. He is simply not getting any younger, and Sweetbrier needs children. Joshua posts a letter to the San Francisco Matrimonial News, signs his broth...
This book is about the redemptive power of the Word of God from the perspective of a former drug addict of crack cocaine. The book is a pictorial poem book with photos of my artwork. Some poems are related to a specific carving in the hope that the artwork will add texture to the poem. Some poems reflect my thoughts and feeling as an addict and inter...
Own Your Journey. Everyone has a story. Sometimes those stories are painful and lack personal insight. After a while, the avoidance can easily cause clouded perception which can contribute to additional hurt and pain. Dr. Pammy Jean utilizes her own journey showing how insight can ultimately lead to healing. Her personal healing application incorporates Chri...
Camping with Geronimo is the intersection of the legend of Geronimo—the 1880s and 1890s Old West history, government, and technology, all set in family camping adventures. Our story is highlighted with photos from many camping trips. It is a breeze entwined explanation of nature, wilderness camping trails, surveying, roads, bridges, buildings, ship...
The Journey Continues, Sharon's second book, invites you once more to travel with her as she walks through life's trials and tribulations with God by her side. Readers will find themselves in her ordinary experiences and catch a glimpse of her inspiring faith.
This is an inspirational accounting of her journey with the goal of bringing you, he...
Self-empower your self-image skills.
You can tailor-make your own system using BJ's motivational power phrases to achieve your desired success. He did it, why not you? Here are a few of those phrases:
Why has real success escaped so many? Their focus was not on a big dream, if any.
Fear is a paralyzing force that can drive anyone off cou...
It's the simple things we see every day and may not even notice. It's all God's work--the wind that blows gently in your face or the sunset at the end of a long day. It's all "God's creations." You can find that there is peace and comfort in his words. Sometimes we just need a few moments of silence to even notice. God's Creation's reminds me there is beauty...
His House was written to be used as an introspection and discussion tool for Christian youth ministry, adult study groups, parents, and individuals. Don't let its brevity or gentle tone fool you, His House is rich with timeless truth and a life-saving message.
The Lord Jesus testified, “If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will lo...
For anyone seeking deeper spiritual formation and/or a closer walk with God this book will be a guide using Scripture and the Twelve Steps adopted by many addiction treatment programs. Finding a quiet, comfortable space where one can spend an hour, or even thirty minutes, working these steps will bring one the joy of a more mature spiritual relationship with...
The Bride is a five-volume series that explores man's origin, creation, history, and ultimate destiny. Juxtaposed between his origin and ultimate destiny, there exists a spiritual battle of epic proportions. Humanity, with its myriad failings, is the result of a plot and plan initiated from heaven but actualized within man's history, which is closing.
This book is full of pearls of wisdom being offered by a very smart, pretty, and well-behaved (most of the time) English Springer Spaniel named Pearly-Girl. She is of the opinion that most people already know all this common sense about the most important things in life but occasionally need to be gently reminded to practice it. It is Pearly-Girl's hope that...
Bert is a happy-go-lucky penguin who stumbles upon a mysterious cat who loves adventure, but he didn't ask for a partner. It seems no matter where he goes or what he does, he can't seem to get away from that cat. Maybe you might know who that strange cat is, because he sure doesn't. In the end, Bert's new friend might not be such a stranger after all....
The Short Story of the Bible takes the reader on a tour from Creation through Revelation. The book is a two-hour read and is purposefully written for those with modest familiarity with the Bible.
I've lost count of the number of times I've heard people say they wanted to increase their Bible knowledge, but then they look at that inch-thick book with ...
This often-overlooked book has jewels hidden in it that exposes the great conflict between good and evil. A universal chess game that showcases the moves by God and Satan, queen versus prime minister. Set in the midst of the wars between Persia and Macedonia we take a journey to see Satan's first great attempt to unseat the Messiah....
A Mole's Tale is a story for the young and old alike. It is a story that will remind us all of the times our own parents and grandparent told us funny tales that we can still remember to this day and share with our own children.
This story tells of how a grandmother weaves a fantastic tale to her grandson about how she got her mole.
No, I'm not...
Sweeping the Porch is book 3 of the Porch Series. It contains powerful information about learning how to set boundaries on people who have a negative effect in our life. It is extremely important to establish boundaries around addicts because they can be very difficult to deal with. In order to hide and deny their addiction, they become habitual liars, manip...
This is a story that illustrates the wonder, richness and incredible wealth that is the fruit of a Christ centered and Christ blessed marriage. A story about the goodness of God lavished on one man in two successive marriages with two intelligent, capable, beautiful, and yes sexy, wives who loved him more than can ever be fully told. A story which proves tha...
Dr. Dave Shoup details over 30 personal UFO encounters from Arizona, Florida, Utah, Nebraska, Illinois, and Indiana. He also relates his own personal struggles with government agencies to get his story to the American public that UFOs are real....
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The great depression of 29 and why it continued, because of the lack of camaraderie between industry, capital, management and labor the ingredient's you have to have to make the system work. When did it end? Well, it didn`t end, in 1939 president F.D.R. made a moratorium, a suspension of any strikes or negotiation because of the war in...
The Adventures of Carson and Haiden; The Nighttime Noise is a story about two young boys who are on vacation with their families. They meet new friends on their adventure, and they want to tell stories by the campfire. The boys decide to tell the story of “the nighttime noise.” What could that scary night time noise be? Read along to find out!
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A Little Girl Named Gabriela is a story about a little girl with very little patience....
My Little Sunshine is looking to brighten your day with as much joy and love as she feels spending the day with her wonderful mother! Are you ready to see the big surprise they have in store? Come along and join Little Sunshine as she is taught the importance of celebrating life, family, loving herself, and loving God. This is the first of a three-book serie...
The Green Tree Campers of America youth organization leads camping expeditions to educate their young—mostly city-raised members—in outdoor skills, and PSL Ranch in Central Texas is one of their favorite locations. Although this ranchland is beautiful and full of interesting wildlife, it can also be quite dangerous for the unprepared. Due to “a few” ...
These are the daily thoughts of Susan Hadden. For five months she lay in bed, knowing time was short. They begin in November and continue into January, when she could no longer concentrate and type. They are personal and full of love and hope. They end with two words: LOVE JESUS!...
God is the only perfect parent; it is appropriate that we should choose him as our mentor in parenting. A lot of the behaviors that irritate us in our child, God has experienced with us—tantrums, questioning, disobedience, defiance, crying, and begging. He has experienced them all with us and still calls us his children....
Is Satan real? Does he tempt us? How can we recognize temptations?
In this imagined series of e-mails between the devil's “advocates” and a new generation of tempters, we get a glimpse of the lengths and depths to which the adversary's forces go to in order to undermine the human race. With sarcasm and swiftness, Wormwood accurately descri...
Love Letters from Vietnam, is a true story about a young man who was enlisted in the Seabees, a part of the navy, while he was in high school. After he graduated from school, he left for two years of active duty. Bob was never really interested in girls; he had one love, and that was working on cars. After he was deployed, they wrote each other, and...
In a cursed kingdom in a faraway land, a fairy gifted the newborn princess with love. She loved freely, and as she grew older, she realized that no one could love her in return. The young princess began to think of her gift as a curse.
With the help of a knight, she set out on a quest to find the fairy who had given her this “gift.” Upon finding ...
Life, as we all, you and old know, is not fair. So what do we do about it? Do we let it defeat us while we are in the most vulnerable state, suffering what seems to be immense pain that we cannot endure? Or do we take a personal journey through our own reality and face the ultimate knowledge? We are not alone; there is a loving God who cares for us. Dance is...
Ken Alcorn can convey more in a set of gestures and physical movements than most can communicate in a multitude of words.
—Erin Campbell, The Student Magazine, Wake Forest University
The most amazing quality of Alcorn's show is that he said nothing. As a mime, he relied on the basics of human perception and, without saying a word, bro...
Each and every life has a story to tell. We all have to figure out how to navigate through life with the pain and the struggles that come with it. But. there are invaluable moments of love and beauty, relationships and growth. Every one of us has to learn how to move away from the past and forgive ourselves for the poor choices and the sin and pain that foll...
Tragedy in the world seems to be at an all-time high, natural and man-made disasters are on the rise. God alone has the solution to the problems in our world. As Christians, we should intercede for our generation. Praying from the scripture is returning God's Word to Him, and we know that God honors His word. These prayers will cause God's will to prosper in...
The story of Ruth has been limited and constrained by biblical presentations and interpretations. For too many Christians, Ruth is only known for her “where you go I go” position and her capture of wealthy Boaz. She has been shaped by Christendom to be the epitome of purity that all females should emulate if they desire an honorable and wealthy man as Bo...
Weeding with My Mama is a funny tale about the bonding experience between a mother and her daughter through tending to a garden. The young daughter, a novice gardener, faces many challenges of weeding a garden while her mama seems unaffected by them....
Every Christian that has given their heart to God begins a journey with Him. The excitement of our first steps with the Lord propels us forward. After a time, we hit some rough roads and seem to get stuck in the ruts of life. We begin to question our faith, our belief in Christianity in general. We try, we work, we hope—we do everything we can thin...
Monkey-Pod Good Night is a lovely story for children of all ages about a baby raccoon who thinks he is alone in a giant tree but later discovers that love takes many shapes and forms, allowing him to no longer feel alone....
In today's world, we are experiencing greater disconnect from our friends and neighbors and our Creator.
At this lowest point in the history of Christianity, we need some authentic answers. We have lost sight of who we are. Helen shares her understanding of the glorious purpose and wonder of our humanity.
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He's afraid of his life because the past has been constantly crushing his future. Losing loved ones has clouded his vision of living, and having his heart broken so many times has made him unable to trust anyone. He knows that God doesn't make mistakes, but everything is so overwhelming. He suffers trying to provide and make ends meet, but he never gives up ...
John and Gary Keating were a father-son basketball coaching combo, who spend their lives helping others on and off the court. Then came a different opponent: Parkinson's disease. John had a fourteen-year battle with PD, one fought with courage, determination, and perseverance. His battle ended in 2008. Six months later, Gary was diagnosed with Young-Onset Pa...
Death is a mystery, and people fear that which they do not understand. No one looks forward to dying, but it is inevitable. The mystery is, “Is there something or someplace where a person will go to after their last breath?” There are many beliefs concerning this matter, and not all of them can be true. Television and the media have trained our minds to ...
As with Peter, Jesus is asking each of us to step out of the boat into the deep water. He's asking us to do something dangerous—to walk alongside Him—no matter what the risk! He's asking us to trade our comfortable worldly existence, and our personal desires, to instead live recklessly for Him! Through the power of the Holy Spirit, Made Blameless will fo...
It is incumbent upon man to become aware of the powerful forces that surround him and may be leading him to a possible unexpected outcome. He must come out of complacency and see his purpose for what it is was meant to be by the Creator. The status quo of oil should be slowly but unequivocally phased out. When it first oozed from the ground, it became the dr...
Why is this happening to me? What am I going to do? Are these questions you ask yourself?
Pastor Michael Ridenbaugh addresses these questions in his book Victory in the Storm. Written for the everyday person with everyday problems, his book is written from the experiences of actual people who have faced storms and traumas in life and, as a result, are...
Do you ever feel alone because you may have a child that may have a form of autism? Maybe you have a child that has severe anxiety, and you don't know what to do. This book is here to help. You will read about one family's struggles about living with two boys—one has Asperger's, the other has severe anxiety....
Destiny Drake is feisty, headstrong, and intelligent. She is a “woman of substance.” She refuses to accept no for an answer. She joins the military to fight for her country, freedom, and justice. She encounters struggles in her career and life, yet she is triumphant. She falls in love and finds that love does conquer all, because she has found her place ...
In 2008, my life hit rock bottom, and I had had enough! I found myself on the couch meditating, There's got to be more than this, or I don't want to be here. In those moments, a peace overtook me, and I knew something had changed. People have told me that I was knocking on heaven's door, and the Lord opened it, even though I had no idea what had happened. Je...
You must love a child from the time the sperm unites with the egg and tell yourself, “I would make up my mind that I would love the child all my life regardless of physical characteristics, mental abilities, and personality or anything the child might say or do.”
Reading this book should convince you that if we are to raise children to be successf...
Ché was not an ordinary cat; he was a Savannah cat, a super cat! On the day that he walked out of the woods and into our lives, we had no idea what a wild ride lay ahead of us. These are the adventures of a part African wild cat in the “jungle” of the Ozark Mountains. This book is a must read for true cat lovers.
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Standing on the edge of a cliff, all the struggles of life have finally caught up with Thomas. As he stands there, looking over the edge, he must debate the biggest question of his life. That question is whether to jump or to stay. He finds both his choices unfavorable, but he decides it would be easier to jump. In his last moments, he decides to revisit thi...
The Princess and the Enchanted Spoon is a fairy tale for all ages about a beautiful princess and a magical spoon that proves the power of kindness and love....
Brown Dog: His life and Dreams tells the story of a gentle little dog and his life and the things he does with the family he loves. The artwork depicts the dreams he has, of the activities they include him in. It is meant for younger children and is a quiet-time read. It is hoped to encourage thought, imagination, memories, and discussion....
As believers under the New Covenant, we should understand the truths and principles of this new covenant. We should know that it is a much better covenant than the Old Covenant. Too many believers are mixing the Old Covenant with the New Covenant, which Jesus warned us not to do. In New Covenant Truths, the New Covenant is contrasted with the Old Covenant as...
The historically often tense relationship between scripture, science, and common sense has only intensified over the past several decades. Compliments of an explosively burgeoning base of information, scientific and otherwise, any person with a computer or cell phone can access facts which seem to supplant or contradict biblical teaching. The subtlest of emo...
Everyone has noticed changes in Brenda. She has become more demanding, caring less about her appearance, and not letting anyone come to her house—alienating friends.
Then the call comes from her employer. “Brenda didn't show up for work today.” Brenda has always received awards for never missing work. Her family had to break into her home when ...
Have you ever wondered what an umpire sees or feels while working an important game, or what is being said when umpires and coaches gather for a conference? It does not have to be an argument as people are led to believe. Hey, Blue explores the cooperative side of sports for the good of the learning experience that sports provides participants of all ages....
