"Way back in the day, before anything cool existed, the Great Architect, aka God, decided it was time to start something epic. The earth was just chilling there, empty like a blank canvas, with God's Spirit floating above like it was waiting for the party to start. And suddenly..." BOOM! the most legendary adventure ever unfolded started!This book is what happens when the Bible crashes a Gen Z party and decides to hang because the energy is just too fire. Think of it as the 'Best Of' album for the Bible, but with way more sass and less old school thou-shalt-nots. This ain't the Bible you’re used to. Nah, we've flipped the script to bring you the Bible's most fire and iconic moments:Creation: That time when God basically said, "Let there be light," and suddenly the universe went from zero to hero, setting the stage for everything.Adam and Eve: Meet the first influencers who had literally one job but ended up making fig leaves the season's must-have accessory.Noah: The ultimate survival story. This guy turned his DIY project into humanity's first cruise ship, proving that when life gives you floods, make an ark.Cain and Abel: The original sibling rivalry that took "fighting over the remote" to a whole new level. A cautionary tale on why sharing is caring.Abram's adventures: He's like your friend who's into extreme camping, but instead of a tent, he gets an entire nation.Mixtape of Psalms: The divine playlist that'll have you hitting the high notes and maybe even finding your soul's soundtrack.Proverbs: Imagine getting life hacks from thousands of years ago that still slap harder than your morning coffee.The Gospels: Four accounts, one Jesus. It's like the ultimate reality show, but with more walking on water.Acts: Imagine the early Christians launching the ultimate grassroots campaign, with plot twists, power-ups, and a celestial backing that's out of this world.Corinthians: Paul's letters to the Corinthians are like the OG tweets on how to navigate faith, friendships, and the occasional spiritual facepalm, all while keeping it 100 with grace.Whether you’re here for the holy hits, the divine drama, or just to see what all the buzz is about, "Gen Z Bible: The Gospel by Gen Z and Other Bible Stories" has got you covered. It’s the remix you didn’t know you needed, making ancient wisdom totally binge-worthy. Don't miss out on the chance to level up your spiritual swag. Slide into this epic read and let’s get this celestial party started. It’s gonna be lit!Snag your book today and get this spiritual party started! Read more

Yo fam, drop what you're doing 'cause the "Holy Bible For Gen Z" is here to flip the script on how we get down with the Word. 📖✨ For real, this ain't your grandma's Bible. It's the first-ever glow-up of both the Old and New Testaments, translated into the language we speak and text every day. 🗣️💬Ever tried reading the original and felt like you were decoding ancient hieroglyphs? 😵💫🤷♂️ Same. That's why this version is a game changer. It's all about making those deep, timeless vibes from the Bible hit different by speaking our language - the Gen Z slang. And guess what? It's peppered with emojis 🎉😂, 'cause we know a picture speaks a thousand words, right?Navigating faith and spirituality in today's world can feel like a maze. 🌍💔 But "Holy Bible For Gen Z" cuts through the noise, offering a fresh, relatable take that feels like it's speaking directly to you. 🙌 Whether it's the stories of epic heroes, timeless wisdom, or life lessons, they're all served up in a way that'll make you go, "Aha, I get it now!" 🤯💡Forget about struggling with hard-to-digest passages. This translation is all about keeping it 100, making the powerful messages of love, courage, faith, and hope not just accessible, but also enjoyable. 🚀❤️ It's the same soul-stirring scripture, but with a vibe check that aligns with how we communicate and understand the world today.So, if you're looking for a way to connect with your spiritual side without feeling lost in translation, "Holy Bible For Gen Z" is your gateway. It’s perfect for anyone who’s ever felt like the traditional Bible was speaking a foreign language. Now, you can dive deep into its wisdom without missing a beat. 🏄♂️📚Get ready to explore the Bible in a way that’s totally lit, and find out how its timeless lessons apply to our modern lives. Because spirituality doesn't have to be boring or incomprehensible; it can be as dynamic and colorful as the world we live in. 🌈🌟 #BibleButMakeItGenZ Read more

Much-loved storyteller Karen Kingsbury’s Baxter Family books have captured the hearts of millions who have come to think of the Baxter family as their own. Now, Karen Kingsbury and her son Tyler Russell tell the childhood stories of the beloved Baxter children - Brooke, Kari, Ashley, Erin, and Luke - to inspire and entertain younger listeners. Brooke is the perfect older sister. For that reason, Kari and Ashley work hard to make their parents just as proud of them as they are of Brooke. Each girl has her own talents. Brooke is an excellent student. Kari is a great soccer player. Ashley, a talented artist. And they are always there for each other. But when the news comes that Dr. Baxter is moving the family from Ann Arbor to Bloomington, Indiana, and the Baxters need to leave the only home and friends they’ve ever known, no one is happy. Saying good-bye is hard, but the family still has what’s most important - their faith and their love for each other. The first audiobook in the Baxter Family Children series, number-one New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury and Tyler Russell tell the story of what it was like to grow up in the Baxter family, the best family ever. Read more

Yo, squad, brace yourselves for the ultimate spiritual glow-up with the "Gen Z Bible"! This ain't your grandma's scripture – we're talking the entire New Testament translated into straight-up Gen Z slang. Picture Jesus droppin' wisdom like the coolest life coach you never knew you needed, WITH EMOJIS ALL OVER!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥This lit edition is the real deal, blending timeless truths with humor and relatability that'll have you saying, "Holy hashtags" 🙌💬 Imagine parables turned into relatable memes, miracles explained like your fave TikTok trends, and prayers upgraded with that Gen Z swag.But hold up – we ain't messing with the sacred vibes. The "Gen Z Bible" keeps the OG wisdom intact while serving it up in a language that speaks to the TikTok generation. It's the perfect blend of deep thoughts and LOL moments.So, if you're ready to vibe with ancient wisdom, grab your copy and join the #GenZBibleSquad. Trust, this is a spiritual journey you won't wanna miss. 🔥📖✨ #HolyHashtags #BlessedAndStressed Read more

En esta serie de libros cristianos, José Gallegos nos motiva a reflexionar adentrándonos en el mundo de Brenda una joven que estudia el primer año de preparatoria, mientras ella vive la rutina diaria normal de una chica de su edad, los eventos que ocurrirán cambiaran por completo su concepto de la fe en Dios y con ello sus pensamientos, su vida y la de su familia y con ello encontrar una verdadera motivación interior y una nueva razón para vivir. Extracto:En el pórtico de la escuela hay un enorme listón negro. Inmediatamente pienso en el maestro de inglés, es de las personas más viejas que conozco; tuvo que ser él quien ha muerto. Al entrar, advierto que en la escuela todo parece haberse detenido, la mayoría de los alumnos están afuera de las aulas. Se respira un aire pesado. En los pasillos hay compañeras llorando y chicos llevándose las manos a la cabeza, se les ve el miedo y la tristeza en sus caras. No logro comprender la conmoción. Me detengo donde están algunos de mis maestros que, con cara seria, platican bajito como si contaran un secreto. -Sebastián ha muerto- le escucho decir a uno de ellos. Las palabras me golpean el corazón. Es cuando me entero de lo que ha pasado: ayer, durante el entrenamiento vespertino de fútbol americano, Sebastián recibió un duro golpe en la cabeza y quedo sin vida sobre el campo de fútbol; no se pudo recuperar. Dicen que el coach Wallen esta devastado, uno de los suyos ha muerto. Parece imposible solo pensarlo, ¿Por qué alguien tan joven muere solo así, tan repentinamente? Me recorre un calosfrío, apenas ayer lo ví en la entrada de la escuela, platiqué un poco con el, hablábamos de juntarnos en casa de Aaron a preparar un trabajo en equipo, estaba sonriente...Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Read more

Much-loved storyteller Karen Kingsbury’s Baxter Family books have captured the hearts of tens of millions of people who have come to think of the Baxter family as their own. Now Karen Kingsbury and her son, Tyler Russell, inspire and entertain young listeners by going back in time to tell the childhood stories of the beloved Baxter children - Brooke, Kari, Ashley, Erin, and Luke.Summer is over, and Dad begins his important position at an Indiana hospital. Like it or not, Bloomington is the Baxter Family’s new home. As school starts, everyone finds reasons to be excited about the move. Everyone, that is, except Ashley. Ashley desperately misses the home and friends she left behind. As she realizes her siblings have their struggles, too, she can’t help but wonder if unlikely friends can be the best friends of all? And could time and love from her family be enough to make a house feel like home?In the second book in the Baxter Family Children series, number-one New York Times best-selling Karen Kingsbury and Tyler Russell tell the funny and poignant tale of the Baxter children finding home! Read more

ECPA BESTSELLER • First they found themselves On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness. Now they must make their way North! Or Be Eaten . . .NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES • Based on Andrew Peterson’s epic fantasy novels—starring Jody Benson, Henry Ian Cusick, and Kevin McNally. Executive Producer J. Chris Wall with Shining Isle Productions, and distributed by Angel Studios.Janner, Tink, and Leeli Igiby thought they were normal children with normal lives and a normal past. But now they know they're really the Lost Jewels of Anniera, heirs to a legendary kingdom across the sea, and suddenly everyone wants to kill them.In order to survive, the Igibys must flee to the safety of the Ice Prairies, where the lizardlike Fangs of Dang cannot follow. First, however, they have to escape the monsters of Glipwood Forest, the thieving Stranders of the East Ben, and the dreaded Fork Factory.But even more dangerous are the jealousies and bitterness that threaten to tear them apart. Janner and his siblings must learn the hard way that the love of a family is more important than anything else.Full of characters rich in heart, smarts, and courage, North! Or Be Eaten is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers' groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning. Read more

Grand Prize Winner Great Southeast Book FestivalMom's Choice Award--Young Adult Books--Fiction Hollywood Book Festival Runner UP Best YA Fiction Runner Up New England Book Festival Best YA Novel Runner Up Best YA Fiction New York Book FestivalSan Francisco Book Festival Honorable MentionReaders' Favorite Bronze International Book Award--Best YA Coming of Age Literary Classics International Book Awards Seal of Approval Captivating story of a boy and a dream set in the 1930s. His family struggles to survive and Georgie helps out with a job after school and he is an acolyte in his church. He plans to hop a freight train to New Orleans to see Mardi Gras and is determined nothing will stop him. His adventure is fraught with danger, new friends, and gives him an experience of a lifetime. Based on a true story, all ages will enjoy this story of riding the rails and the rich culture of New Orleans. THE GREAT SOUTHEAST BOOK FESTIVAL NAMES THE CROSSINGS FOR TOP HONORS LOS ANGELES_ The story of a young boy's daring adventure riding the rails to New Orleans and Mardi Gras is the grand prize winner of the 2015 Great Southeast Book Festival. The Crossings by Barry Kienzle is a fiction novel based on a journey taken by the author's father in 1932. Georgie is an altar boy, but he hops a freight train and is determined that nothing will stop him from seeing Mardi Gras in the Big Easy. The colorful characters and the vivid setting make a perfect young adult novel. Read more

Natalia’s about to discover her place in the world . . . and it’s not following in her father’s footsteps.After watching her father jump from one marriage to the next, Natalia has completely written off love. And when her father divorces his third wife—the only one who has been a mother to her—Natalia is ready to write him off too.Needing a change of scenery, Natalia leaves her home in Spain and relocates with her stepmother to sun-soaked Florida. But she didn’t realize just how far a new school, a new culture, and a new lifestyle would push her out of her comfort zone.One of her biggest surprises comes from Brian, a pastor’s son with an adorable smile, who loves God with a sincerity that astounds Natalia. She doesn’t want to fall for him, but she can’t seem to avoid him long enough to get him out of her mind.Love is the last thing Natalia wants. Even so, God has her right where she belongs.“. . . an absolute gem.” —Romantic Times TOP PICK for First Date Read more

Welcome To The Childlike Faith Series. Tools To Help Your Child Learn The Fruits Of The Spirit And More!ForgivenessPatiencePeaceKindnessGentlenessFaithfulnessJoySelf-ControlGoodnessLoveWhy Choose Our Books?According to the Bible, children of Christians are holy and are being called into a relationship with God (Acts 2:39; 1 Corinthians 7:14). But even with God's invitation, your kids still have a choice whether they follow Jesus or not. Our Childlike Faith series are a fantastic was to inspire them to heed His call and lead Christian lives by following the king.Real, Challenging Lessons To Help Your Children Learn The Fruits Of The SpiritOur books will help your child to learn the important lessons of steadfast faith, trust and hope as they gain an understanding of God’s spirit through this series. Even more important than knowledge is knowing how to apply biblical principles in their daily lives. Through colorful pictures and stories, children learn how to deal with bullying - both physical and emotional - how to handle peer pressure correctly and how to overcome difficulties they encounter as they grow up in a fallen world. Children will also learn how much Jesus loves them!Reading To Young Children Extends Their Attention Span.Reading to a child has an enormous impact on language and vocabulary. Children who are read to also become better readers themselves, but that is not all – reading to your child also helps give them a calming and distraction free environment to help them develop their attention span.SEL (Social Emotional Learning) Is A Proven Method Of Teaching Children About EmotionsSocial emotional learning is a proven way for children to learn. SEL allows children to understand the feelings and thoughts of other people by seeing them modelled within easy to understand stories. SEL also encourages children to build self confidence and empathy, which will allow them to be more successful in school and their personal lives.Create Opportunities For Bonding And Meaningful Conversation With Your ChildWhen adults and children read books together, it fosters a strong emotional connection between them. More than any other form of media, books significantly broaden children's vocabularies and aid in the development of fundamental language abilities. Children are forced to think because books are interactive. Books, both fiction and nonfiction, broaden our perspectives.Reading Aloud To Children Aids In Language Development.Children absorb language skills while listening to adults read. They learn proper word usage, word pronunciation, and grammar. They develop a larger working vocabulary and internalise proper sentence construction. They will eventually be able to speak and write on their own using all of these skills. Reading aloud to your child can also help them become a more fluent reader by modelling fluency.Reading Aloud to Your Child Helps Build The ImaginationThe combination of our stories and professional water-color illustrations help your childs imagination to develop. Through the pages of our books, your children will encounter occasions and circumstances that are beyond their own experience. Youngsters who have been read to regularly have been shown to be more capable of conjuring up stories from their own imaginations.Make Your Own DIY Keychain At The End Of Every Book!We wanted to make learning interactive and fun, at the end of each of our stories you will find keychain cut outs to help your child put their fruits into practise! Simply cut out the keychains, laminate them and and put them on a key ring. You can use them for behavioural practice, as a fun activity, or even as a reward system. Read more

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On the anniversary of the plane crash that took the life of her beloved grandmother and threw her own mother into a deep depression, 16-year-old Katelyn Marie Roberts discovers a single bead from her grandmother's rosary--a rosary lost in the crash. A chance encounter with a stranger, who tells Katelyn that a similar bead saved her friend's life, launches Katelyn and her family on a mysterious journey filled with glimmers of hope, mystical events and unexplained graces. Read more

1st-Place winner of the 2017 Catholic Press Association Teen & YA Book Award! Book 3 of the West Brothers series. Jarret West, a rich teenage boy, has been accustomed to having control over others and getting his way. When his life begins to fall apart, his guardian angel Ellechial hopes now is the time for his conversion. Jarret must be freed from the deep clutches of Deth-kye, the demon bent on seeing him in hell. The fate of several others depends upon Jarret’s conversion. While Jarret gets ensnared in Deth-kye’s traps, Ellechial can provide little help since Jarret doesn’t pray, doesn’t believe, and hasn’t listened to him in years. Ellechial hopes Jarret’s twin brother, who has recently found God, will be able to influence him. But Jarret goes on vacation with his father and younger brother where temptations only increase. Meanwhile, Jarret’s twin and other teens form a prayer group and begin to pray before the Blessed Sacrament unaware of the power they provide the angels. Though Ellechial gains strength, Deth-kye wins victory after victory. His weapons: emotion, vice, and memories. Who will win the battle for Jarret’s soul? Read more

My assignment was clear. I had to find a way into that photo shoot. And then get Jack to allow me to write a feature article for the Wexburg Academy Times.Savvy Smith, 15, sees her chance to write a full column in the paper, making her name and her way in her new hometown near London, England. But the choices she faces when given a chance to choose between friends, family, and fame may turn her dream into a nightmare.London Confidential: where British fashion, friendships, and guys collide, and where an all-American girl learns to love life and live out her faith. Read more

The last thing Addy Davidson wants is to be on a reality TV show where the prize is a prom date with the President’s son.She’s focused on her schoolwork so she can get a scholarship to an Ivy League college, uncomfortable in the spotlight, never been on a date, and didn’t even audition for it.But she got selected anyway.So she does her best to get eliminated on the very first show. Right before she realizes that the President’s son is possibly the most attractive guy she has ever seen in person, surprisingly nice, and seemingly unimpressed by the 99 other girls who are throwing themselves at him.Addy’s totally out of her comfort zone but that may be right where God can show her all that she was meant to be. Read more

With the discovery of her birth father, 12-year-old River has definite thoughts about how her life should turn out--and that certainly does not include any of the challenges that keep popping up! It's not easy to decide if she should live with Gram, who has been her family for the past ten years, or with her father, who she's over-the-moon to have just met but knows little about. When River gets diagnosed with scoliosis, she fears it will impact her hopes and dreams. River decides to ask God for help. When River makes a new friend, Carlos, she realizes that having scoliosis isn't so bad when she learns what Carlos deals with every day. As this tender-sweet story unfolds, River learns to persevere and stay hopeful that soon she will be part of a real family. Yes, her dream does come true...but not in the way she had planned! Read more

2023 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal WinnerA Leap into Darkness is an enchanting middle grade fantasy animal adventure perfect for fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Green Ember.Magic stirs and evil awakens. A dog speaks: the kingdom will fall. Time for humans to listen.Nobody told Jake that dogs don't talk...and that they have no business trying to stop a war between three kingdoms. But Jake has the gift..."The Shine"...and nobody's told him that either. He's certain he's ordinary. And he knows he doesn't deserve to live in a rags-to-riches fairy tale, rescued from his hardscrabble life and pampered and loved by the King of Gorseland and his two royal children, Janice and James.But the good life is threatened with the arrival of the sorcerer, Beezeldorn, and his raven. Beezeldorn is a seeming charlatan: a crowd-pleaser with his sleight-of-hand and cheap spectacle. But his power from dark magic runs deep, on display in town when he heals a leper.The queen senses the danger and pays for her instincts with her life.Jake knows something is wrong, but what can he do? Beezeldorn is always one step ahead, moving into the castle, earning the king's confidence, and befriending James. Even Janice is drawn to him.Now it's up to Jake to protect his family...before it's too late...for the king...and his kingdom."The deeper I got into the story the harder it was to put the book down!" ★★★★★"...one of the best preteen children's books I've read." ★★★★★"...will capture the hearts and imaginations of both young readers and the young at heart." ★★★★★Based on the original, two-time Coverfly Redlist Fantasy Feature Top 20 screenplay. Read more

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Fourteen-year-old Jay Cooper is enjoying the view from his Uncle Rex's Cessna when a low-flying 757 speeds past them. Caught in its wind turbulence, their small plane is shaken violently, knocking Rex unconscious and leaving Jay blind from a head injury.With fuel running out fast, Jay drifting in and out of consciousness, and the plane heading straight for a mountain range, this high-flying adventure shows the importance of faith as Jay faces numerous unseen dangers. Read more