In this Newbery Medal–winning novel, Daniel bar Jamin will stop at nothing to seek revenge for his father's death at the hands of the Roman Empire. After Daniel bar Jamin's father is crucified by the Roman Empire, Daniel wants nothing more than to rid his land of Israel of Roman control once and for all. Yet when David meets Jesus of Nazareth, a traveling carpenter with a gentle message of love and forgiveness, David starts to realize that the hate festering in his heart might be his true enemy after all. Read more

In National Book Award finalist Endangered, Eliot Schrefer showed a human's first encounter with an ape. Now comes this astonishing story of a family of gorillas' first encounter with a human.Before humans, and before human history, there were the apes.Snub is a young gorilla, living in the heart of what will eventually be known as Africa. She is jealous of her mother's new baby . . . and restless in her need to explore. When a natural disaster shakes up her family, Snub finds herself as the guardian of her young sibling . . . and lost in a reshaped world.Snub may feel orphaned, but she is not alone. There are other creatures stalking through the woods -- a new form of predator, walking on two legs. One of their kind is also orphaned, and is taken in by Snub. But the intersection of the human world and the gorilla world will bring both new connections and new battles.In his boldest work yet, two-time National Book Award finalist Eliot Schrefer shows us a riveting, heartbreaking early encounter between ape and man -- told from the ape's point of view. It is a journey unlike any other in recent literature. Read more

A savage roar shatters the peaceful misty dawn.The Auroch People know a cunning sabretooth stalks their valley and nothing will be the same... The Eagle Feather Saga tells the epic of Emil's tribe amidst the daunting challenges and savage splendor of prehistoric times.Staying alive, in a world of fierce carnivores, sinister snakes and hostile tribes takes grit, creativity, and dark humor.A timeless tale of fathers and sons, the cheerful strength of a good woman, and the first wolf dog. This is a classic adventure story of family in the era of claw and fang. Life is Hard, but Beautiful Read more

Can six boys and a pair of wolves save humanity from a savage insurmountable evil? Winter’s Wind is an ancient tale of altruism, grit, and brotherhood against impossible odds.Four winters have passed since the events of The Eagle Feather. The young Auroch boys, of Emil’s winter group, are on the cusp of The Trials of Manhood. With the coming spring thaw, the boys must leave the tribe and survive a full moon cycle in The Wilderness. A harsh, desolate high country infested with ravenous Grizzlies.In the tradition of their fathers and grandfathers before them, this daunting rite of passage must be met for acceptance as men and hunters of the Auroch People.However, the frigid winter’s winds have reawakened an ancient evil in the world…Life is Hard, but Beautiful Read more

Thousands of years ago the land is one dark forest. Its people are hunter-gatherers. They know every tree and herb and they know how to survive in a time of enchantment and powerful magic. Until an ambitious and malevolent force conjures a demon: a demon so evil that it can be contained only in the body of a ferocious bear that will slay everything it sees, a demon determined to destroy the world. Only one boy can stop it - 12 year old Torak, who has seen his father murdered by the bear. With his dying breath, Torak's father tells his son of the burden that is his. He must lead the bear to the mountain of the World Spirit and beg that spirit's help to overcome it. Torak is an unwilling hero. He is scared and trusts no one. His only companion is a wolf cub only three moons old, whom he seems to understand better than any human. Theirs is a terrifying quest in a world of wolves, tree spirits and Hidden People, a world in which trusting a friend means risking your life. Launched at the height of the Harry Potter phenomenon, the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness is the ultimate magical adventure. Read by Ian McKellen. Read more

The peaceful Auroch People are on the cusp of a swirling, treacherous conflict they must avoid.A ruthless tyrant, every bit as brilliant as the Eagle Feather, covets the Auroch's good fortune.The Eagle Feather has come of age to lead the tribe. His legend, like the beautiful autumn leaves, has spread far and wide…Some say when the gods wish to punish us they answer our prayers. Others say, we are each tested to our limits.Crimson Sky is a timeless tale of creativity, compassion, and grit.Legends of the fall always face the tears of autumn. Read more

“Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesIn the fifth book in Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series, a struggling hero descends down a dark path. A thrilling read for fans of Brandon Mull and Jeanne DuPrau.When he was outcast, Torak was the hunted one. Nine moons later he becomes the hunter when he vows to avenge the killing of one of his closest friends. Racked by guilt and grief, he follows the killer into the Deep Forest, where the World Spirit stalks the hidden valleys as a tall man with the antlers of a stag. But there is a rottenness at the heart of the Forest, for its clans have succumbed to the lies of the Soul-Eaters. Here, Torak must face fire, war, and overwhelming evil. Oath Breaker is a story about keeping promises and the true cost of vengeance. “Highly entertaining.” —New York Times Book Review Read more

Viper's Daughter is the seventh audiobook in the award-winning series that began with Wolf Brother. For two summers Torak and Renn have been living in the Forest with their faithful pack-brother, Wolf. But their happiness is shattered when Renn realises Torak is in danger – and she's the threat. When she mysteriously disappears, Torak and Wolf brave the Far North to find her. At the mercy of the Sea Mother and haunted by ravenous ice bears, their quest leads them to the Edge of the World. There they must face an enemy more evil than any they've encountered.Viper's Daughter plunges you back into the Stone-Age world of Torak, Renn and Wolf: a world of demons, hidden people and exhilarating adventure. Read more

If you enjoy dinosaur fiction, then you are sure to enjoy New Hunter, a novel set in the Cretaceous period.When Valdosaurus discovers a partially-eaten Iguanodon by the river, she knows it means there is a new and deadly predator on the island. It can only be a Neovenator—a two-ton, seven-meter-long killing machine and the most dangerous dinosaur of its time.As the Iguanodon herd tries to defend itself from attack, Valdosaurus makes plans of her own to find the Neovenator’s lair. There, she makes a shocking discovery—there are two of them, and the female has a nest…New Hunter is the first in an intended series of dinosaur stories for kids, teens and adults by Jack Mantell. Read more

This enduring survival story set at the end of the last Ice Age has been in print for over 20 years. When Maroo and her family become trapped on the Great Plain in blizzard conditions and with little food, they have only one chance of survival: for Maroo and her younger brother, Otak, to reach the winter camp and get help. The fastest trail to the camp is over the White Mountain, where there are treacherous glaciers, steep climbs, and mountain spirits. With the rest of their family depending on them, Maroo and Otak set out alone. But when Otak goes missing, Maroo is forced to make the most difficult of all decisions: to stay and search for her brother or to continue on to the camp in order to save the rest of her family. This modern classic offers readers a gripping tale of survival as well as a vivid portrait of prehistoric people. Read more

Winner of the Newbery Medal * An ALA Notable Children’s Book * Winner of the Lewis Carroll Shelf AwardA captivating and richly detailed novel about one young soldier who saw the Civil War from both sides and lived to tell the tale.Earnest, plain-spoken sixteen-year-old Jeff Bussey has finally gotten his father’s consent to join the Union volunteers. It’s 1861 in Linn County, Kansas, and Jeff is eager to fight for the North before the war is over, which he’s sure will be soon.But weeks turn to months, the marches through fields and woods prove endless, hunger and exhaustion seem to take up permanent residence in Jeff’s bones, and he learns what it really means to fight in battle—and to lose friends. When he finds himself among enemy troops, he’ll have to put his life on the line to advance the Union cause.Thoroughly researched and based on firsthand accounts, Rifles for Watie “should hold a place with the best Civil War fiction for young people” (The Horn Book).A strong choice for independent reading and for sharing in a classroom and for homeschooling. As a homeschool cooperative teacher commented: "The book has launched many discussions in our class. When a person is on one side of a conflict, it is important to remember that people on the other side are also people. Jeff is a perfect model for how treating people with respect can happen even in war."  Read more

Dive deep into an era 35,000 years prior, a world where "tech support" was just a friendly neighbor helping you sharpen a stick. "Windswept Whispers" offers a sweeping tableau of an ancient landscape, chronicling the epoch when humanity's biggest concern wasn't weak Wi-Fi signals but finding the next meal.At the heart of this narrative is Torin, a figure whose presence in these ancient times is as striking as a neon sign in a candlelit room. As he navigates the intricacies of tribal alliances, rivalries, and the art of not becoming lunch, readers are drawn into a world that mirrors our own in its aspirations for new technological advances, even if those 'advances' are just discovering fire.The tale champions tolerance, as Torin meets tribes whose customs might make you reconsider complaining about Aunt Edna's eccentric hat collection. The novel weaves stories of kindness that redefine generosity in an age where sharing wasn't just about retweets. And it revels in showcasing the rich tapestry of human diversity at a time when global 'connections' were tentative footprints in the sand.Of course, for the astute reader, cosmic Easter eggs abound, hinting at mysteries greater than Torin's daily challenges. But to unearth them? Well, you'll have to step into this ancient world, where every whisper carries the weight of millennia.In essence, "Windswept Whispers" is an invitation. An invitation to explore, to question, and to marvel at the threads that have woven humanity's vast and diverse tapestry. And maybe, just maybe, have a chuckle or two at the thought of what 'breaking the ice' meant back in Torin's day.Crafting the tapestry of "Windswept Whispers" was less a traditional writing endeavor and more an expedition into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Over a span of four arduous months, the author joined forces with the likes of Chat GPT, Alpaca, Llama 2, Claude 2, and a parade of other AI comrades. And while these digital entities might argue that the author was the "picky human" in this collaboration, the dynamic interplay between man and machine was instrumental in shaping the narrative.This book stands as a testament to the potential of AI-assisted literature, with the author meticulously guiding, editing, and often rewriting the suggestions from our silicon friends. Imagine an artist obsessively chiseling away at a statue, or in this case, perhaps coaxing a robot not to make it a lawn gnome.At the culmination of this intense, sometimes eyebrow-raising partnership, "Windswept Whispers" emerged—less polished perfection, more "eh, it's ready to be chomped on by the literary wolves." A true proof of concept, this book is not just a journey through time but also an exploration of what's possible when human creativity meets machine intelligence. Dive in and experience a tale birthed from the most unexpected of unions. Read more

Scarred and partially disabled from a vicious cave lion attack many years before, Noonalook is now an outcast from his own tribe. He has lost his family, his status and even his will to live. Can a little lost boy from another tribe help Noonalook find himself and his place in the world? Taking place 35,000 years ago in Western Europe, this is the story of an old man and young boy's quest across the savage lands to find the lost boy's tribe. In this prehistoric world, where dangerous animals roamed the land and Neanderthals still existed, Noonalook and Sundu must battle, not only these, but the rugged landscape as well. Read more

In the riveting sequel to Ivory and Bone—the YA fantasy novel that New York Times bestselling author Amie Kaufman described as having a “richly crafted world of life-and-death stakes”—the story shifts to Mya’s viewpoint as vengeful adversaries force her to flee the life she once knew.After surviving the battle that erupted after Lo and the Bosha clan attacked, now Mya is looking ahead to her future with Kol. All the things that once felt so uncertain to her are finally falling into place. But the same night as Kol and Mya’s betrothal announcement, Mya’s brother Chev reveals his plan to marry their youngest sister, Lees, to his friend Morsk. The only way to avoid this terrible turn of events, Morsk informs Mya when he corners her later, is for Mya to take Lees’ place and marry him herself. Rejecting Morsk’s offer, and in an effort to protect her sister, Mya whisks Lees away to a secret island until things back home blow over. Mya soon realizes she’s been followed, however. Even worse, lurking deep in the recesses of this dangerous place are rivals from Mya’s past whose thirst for revenge exceeds all reason.With the lives of her loved ones resting on her shoulders, Mya must make a move before the enemies of her past become the undoing of her future. Read more

Luke Alexander's father is "missing, presumed dead." But Luke is confident that his father has set off on an adventure and needs his help. Searching through his father's office, Luke—along with his friends Nathan, a pastor's kid, and Lydia, a world traveler who knows several languages—discovers some confusing notes about Isaac Newton and finds a strange watch that once belonged to his grandfather. Knowing his archaeologist father was on the hunt for Solomon's temple, Luke and his friends decide to start a search of their own. Little do they know that their search will take them on the wildest adventures of their lives and make the stories of Solomon's temple and other biblical events seem more real than they ever thought possible. But will their adventures lead them to Luke's father, or will they only wind up with more questions than answers?Soldiers, Temples, and Crystals is an excellent book for anyone who loves a good adventure and who wants to find the truth that is found only in God's Word. This first book in The Newton Chronicles will make history and the Bible come alive for readers both young and old. Read more

Historically Accurate Native American LiteratureChogan is having recurrent nightmares about a bright light during a snowstorm and assumes the spirit world is trying to reach out to him. He embarks on a vision quest where he must fast for four days to seek an answer. Chogan receives his vision, but it leaves him more confused than ever.To make matters worse, a fall storm destroys the wild rice crop, and Chogan’s village may not survive the winter. Along with starvation comes the dreaded scurvy. Everyone is on the verge of death. Chogan must now place his life on the line and snowshoe to Kitchi-Miniss in search of a cure from the Medicine Woman. Only the wisdom gained from the vision quest can save Chogan and his village.Embedded it this novel are references to six stand-alone webpages that explain Chogan’s culture or a survival skill. Read more

Yes, the Ivory Man was actually the Ivory Woman. Now that it has been established, where did the precious, unusual burial goods come from? How and why did she accumulate them? Valencina was a woman who led hunting forays in early life and continued to lead during her entire life. How did she, a woman in a male world accomplish this? Read this story and discover how Valencina may have been a success in a male-dominated world. Read more

In the second installment of the Testaments of Time series, Eli and Jamie find themselves transported back to ancient Egypt at the height of its power, thanks to the antique watch Eli found at the local dusty antique store. But darkness lurks beneath the splendor. They soon learn of the plight of the Hebrew slaves living under cruel oppression and know they must do all they can to help out!When Eli and Jamie meet the legendary Moses, they realize this is their chance to witness biblical history firsthand! As the courageous prophet challenges the stubborn Pharaoh to "let my people go," our heroes are plunged into the chaos of the ten plagues unleashed upon Egypt.Can the two brave tweens help guide the oppressed Israelites toward the freedom promised to them? And will they find the inner strength to lead by example when even their faith is tested against deadly plagues of pestilence, fiery hailstorms, and creepy insects?Join this time-traveling duo on their greatest adventure yet! Amid clashes between God and kings, Jamie and Eli will learn powerful lessons about liberation, loyalty, and leadership that echo across centuries.Let the epic journey through ancient Egypt begin! Read more