The second in the Lost Books series, a YA spin-off of the New York Times bestselling Circle series, Infidel reveals a truth to one of the four chosen ones that will change the course of history.From Chosen to Traitor?After being stretched to their limits, the four heroic young Forest Guard recruits—Johnis, Silvie, Billos, and Darsal—face new dangers on their mission to secure the seven lost Books of History.Celebrated as a hero, Johnis's world is shattered when he learns that his mother may not be dead as presumed but could be living as a slave to the Horde. Throwing caution to the wind, he rushes to her rescue.But this is precisely what the Horde has planned. Now he will face a choice between Silvie, whom he is quickly falling for, and his sworn duty to protect the Forest Dwellers. How can he save those he loves without betraying his own people?In the end, one will be revealed as the Infidel. And nothing will be the same for the remaining Chosen. Book 2 of 6 in the Lost Books series (a spin-off of the Circle Series)Lost Books 1: ChosenLost Books 2: InfidelLost Books 3: RenegadeLost Books 4: ChaosLost Books 5: LunaticLost Books 6: ElyonCircle Book 0: GreenCircle Book 1: BlackCircle Book 2: RedCircle Book 3: WhiteFull-length book (70,000 words) Read more

In this Newberry Medal-winning novel, Daniel bar Jamin is fired by only one passion: to avenge his father's death by crucifixion by driving the Roman legions from his land of Israel. Read more

A terrorist explosion rocks a peaceful Ohio Valley community and triggers a nationwide manhunt. A teenage girl is accused of concealing her pregnancy then killing her newborn baby. A Machiavellian political operative will stop at nothing in his quest for power. Defense attorney Danial Solomon must unravel these divergent strands snatched from today’s headlines before it costs him his life.With one client dead and another’s life hanging in the balance, Solomon’s blossoming romance with Lori Franks swirls into a lethal vortex of crime, conspiracy, and corruption.In this masterful sequel to A Trial of Innocents, Michael Swiger once again entwines the reader in a tense, twisty legal thriller and penetrating fast-paced faith-filled journey until the final page. Swiger proves once again that no reader can outguess a master storyteller.With suspense on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Michael Swiger demonstrates why he is a favorite among mystery, suspense and thriller fans.Fans of Creston Mapes, Robert Whitlow, Scott Pratt, John Grisham and James Patterson will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Michael Swiger.Reader praise for A Murder of Innocents:★★★★★ Great writing! - This is an outstanding book! Could not put down so fascinating and suspense filled. Love the characters and the depth of the characters...also it is based in Cleveland so I can visualize the places mentioned in the book!★★★★★ Michael Swiger never lets you down. - Michael's characters and plot are well written and the book held my interest from beginning to end. I would highly recommend this book.★★★★★ Mystery with a message...and then some - Awesome! Another great mystery from Michael. If you enjoy a good mystery and a little bit of a moral issue going through an investigator and the court system, you will love this thoughtful novel. The first of many super works by this author!★★★★★ Captivating read - Swiger weaves a masterful story, peppered with examples of true faith. This story is a clear articulation of the battleground of faith in which we currently live.★★★★★ A great second novel - This one was even better than the first one! This book will make you think! We live in this world that he writes about but no one thinks of these situations as being bad? This stuff is going on all around us and this author is bringing it to our attention in a IN-YOUR-FACE way! We need to have people read this book then step back at look at our world and start asking what the heck is wrong with us! Christians should pass this book out and tell people to read it. As you can see this book will get to you! Read it and step back... Read more

"This story is a captivating blend of Christian science fiction, fantasy, and mystery. For 11-14-year-old readers who enjoy books such as A Wrinkle In Time.""Do you believe in angels?""The Girl Who Captured the Stars, the first book in author L.B. Anne's Sheena Meyer series is fantastic! I like how Sheena figures out she has powers, and how she trusts her friends but wants to protect them also. Some parts of the story are sad. Some parts of the story are scary. But some parts of the story are so funny, they made me laugh out loud!" Amazon Reviewer"What am I?"Sheena Meyer is the girl who brings an extra lunch to school each day just in case someone doesn't have lunch. She's also the girl who questions and investigates everything, driving her parents and teachers nuts. She spends most days waiting for some grand event to happen and change her life, but she won't have to wait much longer.The Murk is coming for her because of a gift she doesn't know she has.Nine years ago an angel appeared in front of select kids all over the world. In Michigan, it appeared in a willow tree in front of a four-year-old little girl. She's the only child who saw it, the one with the gift. Sheena is now thirteen and has since forgotten what she saw. But things change when her father is in a terrible accident, and she witnesses a supernatural being save him."I saw what you did. Come Back!"An elderly man, a peculiar new kid at school, and mysterious text messages will change everything Sheena has ever believed in, sweeping her out of a humdrum, teenage, existence, and setting in motion what one little girl's destiny can mean to the world.★★★★★Safe, clean, great reads for middle schoolers! Amazon ReviewerI have a 13 year old daughter who loves to read but we are really cautious over what she reads. She is also really picky about what she reads so finding something we approve and she likes can be a challenge. I read all 3 books in the series before giving them to her and loved them myself! They are a fun light read as an adult and they were safe but interesting for a middle schooler to read. The first day I had her start reading she read 11 chapters in The Girl Who Looked Beyond the Stars because she could not put it down! She can't wait to read more and says she will finish all 3 quick because they are so good and she has to know what happens! Also love that the main characters are black and they talk about curly hair, it is great for my daughter to read books with characters who represent what she looks like. Thankful I found these books for my daughter! Read more

The Merchant is dead. His faithful Navis are being hunted. Did the promises of the Merchant die with him?In a galaxy where ancient prophecies and futuristic technology collide, Daeson and Raviel Starlore embark on a clandestine mission to save their world from the cunning and formidable Lord Dracus. As the archenemy of Ell Yon seeks to control the fate of the galaxy, Daeson and Raviel risk everything as they race against time to navigate through the treacherous Gehenna Cluster. Meanwhile, their daughter, Brae Starlore, and her loyal companion, Rhett Stryker, discover hope in the empty crypt of the Merchant, the Son of Sovereign Ell Yon. As they rally to build an underground network of loyal followers, the mysterious Protectors begin to reveal power the Navis never imagined possible. But Preeminent Fasa Kylos, Lord Dracus’s unsuspecting pawn, is intent on wiping them from the planet. Will Brae and Rhett succeed in their quest to bring hope to the galaxy or will Dracus and his evil lieutenants succeed in eradicating the Merchant’s plan to save humanity?Embrace the journey. Experience the adventure. Discover the legacy. Read more

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When Jake Sheffield, a typical Christian teenager, awakens to discover that he can hear the deepest spiritual needs of those around him, the reality of the deep needs of the world hits him. And the lives he touches, through the help of the Holy Spirit, will never be the same. As his friends witness the power of sharing Christ with others, they too begin the "hear" like Jake. The Heart Reader of Franklin High is a moving, evangelistic challenge for Christian teens. Read more

This new English translation includes Genesis through Revelation. Restores the Name of our Creator to the Text in each place it occurs in Modern Hebrew letters. This new version in English is a literal translation. By Institute for Scripture Research, overseen by Dr. Chris Koster. New in the 2009 edition: Improvements to the text - seeking a yet closer equivalent to the literal meaning of the original language. Quotations / Allusions from the Tanakh (O.T.) are in bold type in the Second Writings (N.T.), and are accompanied by the text references - aiding your understanding of the original contexts, and how they influence the writers drawing upon them. Hebrew names of Book Titles are now on right hand pages with corresponding traditional English names on the left hand pages - making it easier for you to find the place, and easier to learn the Hebrew titles. (Hebrew names are also used where possible for annual festival days, as well as being used, minimally, for ambiguous words). Removal of doctrinal comments from footnotes, explanatory notes etc., (including deletion of prophecy hairlines) in favor of more useful notes - thus clearing away obstacles to your unbiased study of Scripture. Maps, Timelines, Illustrations have been added. Read more

When Matthew Light inherits a fragment of the Ark of the Covenant, he's thrust into an ancient spiritual war. As he grapples with his newfound responsibility and growing faith, a sinister cult threatens everything he holds dear. 'Light of the Ark' masterfully blends biblical history, heart-pounding suspense, and profound spiritual warfare. James Bonk's debut novel is a must-read for those seeking an adrenaline-fueled journey of faith, purpose, and the power of God's presence in our lives. Read more

Welcome to the world of Erith, where the stars sing the stories of heroes, horses, kings, maidens, warriors, and dragons. Author R.J. Sheffler brilliantly crafts these fairy tale retellings of biblical stories like the Fall of Satan, Adam and Eve, Queen Esther, Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream, Ruth and Naomi, the Tower of Babel, Hannah, and the Life of Christ. Paired with breathtaking illustrations by Michelle Carlos, this collection will captivate young readers ages 9–15 and help them rediscover these ancient biblical tales. Read more

An unthinkable danger. An unexpected choice. Annabel, once the daughter of a wealthy merchant, is trapped in indentured servitude to Lord Ranulf, a recluse who is rumored to be both terrifying and beastly. Her circumstances are made even worse by the proximity of Lord Ranulf’s bailiff—a revolting man who has made unwelcome advances on Annabel in the past. Believing that life in a nunnery is the best way to escape the escalation of the bailiff’s vile behavior and to preserve the faith that sustains her, Annabel is surprised to discover a sense of security and joy in her encounters with Lord Ranulf. As Annabel struggles to confront her feelings, she is involved in a situation that could place Ranulf in grave danger. Ranulf’s future, and possibly his heart, may rest in her hands, and Annabel must decide whether to follow the plans she has cherished or the calling God has placed on her heart. Read more

A lost city. An ancient legend. And a mysterious kidnapping.Join the Noland kids in this intense, page-turning, Hardy Boys meets Indiana Jones, Christian mystery/adventure.The parents of twelve-year-old Lens Kabambi have gone missing in their search for a lost city. The Noland kids, Caleb, David, and Lizzy, now eight years older since their last adventure, suspend their missions trip in the Congo to help find them. After discovering clues in his parents' study, Lens and the Nolands go on a desperate journey through the mountains of the Congo. But dangers lurk around every corner and the quest seems doomed from the start.With incredible odds stacked against them and an unexpected enemy endangering their search, the Noland kids must uncover the dusty clues to this ancient city and discover its long-lost light in order to rescue Lens’ parents… and themselves! Read more

A Riveting Medieval Parallel to the Bible Good and evil clash. Leinad and Cedric are determined to not only survive, but claim hope and victory! In Kingdom’s Dawn, Leinad and Tess, along with all the king’s people, must escape slavery by the powerful Lord Fairos. Kingdom’s Hope finds them free and arriving in the Chessington Valley. But when they forget the king, will Kergon and the Kessons capture them for good? After many years, Kingdom’s Edge finds Cedric living a hopeless life until a stranger appears with powerful words of a new kingdom and a grand army. Finally, Kingdom’s Reign marches you through the danger of earth’s last days as the evil dark knight threatens to defeat the prince once and for all. Swords, knights, and battles define these captivating tales that parallel biblical events from Genesis to Revelation! He’s just a young man, but that doesn’t change the truth. He was chosen… Sixteen-year-old Leinad thought he was a common farmer’s son, nothing more. He wondered why his father had trained him for years to master the sword—not exactly a tool of the trade for farmers—but one tragic event initiates a world of revelation. Only then does he begin to understand his calling—a calling no other man in the entire kingdom of Arrethtrae can fulfill—a calling given him by the King himself. Teamed with a young slave girl, Leinad is thrust into adversity and danger—for the Dark Knight and his vicious Shadow Warriors will stop at nothing to thwart the King’s plan to restore the kingdom. Leinad will need more than a sharp blade and a swift hand to fulfill his mission and survive the evil plots of the King’s sworn enemies! Journey to Arrethtrae, where the King and His Son implement a bold plan to save their kingdom; where courage, faith, and loyalty stand tall in the face of opposition; where good will not bow to evil—and the future of a kingdom lies in the hands of a young man. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS INCLUDED Story Behind the Book“When my six kids’ eyes glossed over during a reading from the Bible, I paused to explain the significance of redemption to a sin-sick soul. I was rewarded with patronizing elephant nods and more blank stares. Shortly thereafter, I awoke in the middle of the night with a medieval story enveloping my mind. I wrote it down and later read it to my children. Their waning attention transformed into complete anticipation. I was amazed and disappointed. Why did it take a fictional story, not a Bible passage, to get that response? Then I realized—that is how Jesus taught! Parables are powerful! I penned the Kingdom series to help young people get excited about the supremely significant story of Jesus Christ and His mission to save mankind.” — Chuck Black Read more

To save her from the flames, the boy himself must die.A.D. 526Young nobleman Marcellus of Antioch lives a life of leisure and privilege with his lovely neighbor, Byziana. But when a devastating earthquake reduces their glorious city to ruins, Marcellus is thrust into a perilous journey which will demand far more than courage—it will demand the death of the boy he once was.Armed with only a sword, his wits, and a trunkful of ancient scrolls, Marcellus must protect Byziana and her siblings as they journey across the wilds of Byzantium. Their mission to recover the family’s lost fortune comes at a cost—delivering Byziana into the hands of her future husband, the powerful and ruthless Belisarius.Danger stalks their every step, and the closer they get to the capital city, the more they uncover a deadly conspiracy designed to destroy their family. Will Marcellus rise as warrior to save his loved ones, or are his family and even his nation doomed to ruin?If you crave epic adventures, faith-testing intrigues, and the enigma of young love, embark with Marcellus and Byziana on a riveting coming-of-age odyssey in Trunk of Scrolls: Paths of Faith and Fire.Strap on your sandals, your journey awaits! Take and read today!A sweeping standalone epic, 510 pages long, brought to life with dozens of captivating illustrations, maps, and diagrams. This is a second edition, revised and expanded from the 2016 novel entitled Trunk of Scrolls: A Family Adventure. Read more

Becoming queen is not the end of a fairytale; it is the beginning of a nightmare.When the queen is exiled, every beautiful young woman in Florencia is forced to become kingsmaids - royal concubines - but one lucky girl from those gathered will be chosen as queen.Or maybe not so lucky.Roxana Willows, a wingless fairy with the rare ability to read minds, has seen King Frederick's cruelty in the stories her uncle tells, and fears that the only thing worse than being a kingsmaid is being the king's wife. While her heart already belongs to another, she feels obligated to obey her uncle when he tells her to hide her heritage as a fairy in hopes of being chosen as queen. But becoming queen is the last thing Roxana wants, and it will cost her everything...Realm Award Fantasy Finalist 2023A Crown of Chains is a fantasy retelling of the Biblical story of Queen Esther, with fresh twists based on the original context that is sure to thrill in this timeless tale of miracles in the midst of forgotten faith. A Crown of Chains is perfect for readers who love stories filled with political intrigue, forbidden romance, and dire stakes. Read more

The first in the Lost Books series, a YA spin-off of the New York Times bestselling Circle series, Chosen sets four teens on a quest to save their world . . . and ours.Think with your heart and prepare to die . . .  for you have been Chosen.Thomas Hunter, supreme commander of the Forest Guard, has seen a great evil decimate much of his beautiful world. With a dwindling army and an epic threat, Thomas is forced to supplement his fighters with new recruits ages 16 and 17. From thousands, four will be chosen to lead a special mission.Unknown to Thomas, the chosen four are redirected to a different endgame. They must find the seven lost Books of History before the Dark One. For these seven books have immense power over the past, present, and future, controlling not only the destiny of their world . . . but that of ours as well. Book 1 of 6 in the Lost Books series (a spin-off of the Circle Series)Lost Books 1: ChosenLost Books 2: InfidelLost Books 3: RenegadeLost Books 4: ChaosLost Books 5: LunaticLost Books 6: ElyonCircle Book 0: GreenCircle Book 1: BlackCircle Book 2: RedCircle Book 3: WhiteFull-length book (70,000 words) Read more

The duke's daughter, Adela, masquerades as a peasant for a small taste of freedom . . . until she falls in love with a commoner who has no idea who she really is. In this reverse reimagining of the Cinderella story, secrets and dangerous enemies threaten a fairy-tale romance.Adela, daughter of the powerful Duke of Hagenheim, is rarely allowed outside the castle walls. Longing for freedom, one day she sneaks away to the market disguised as a peasant. There, she meets a handsome young woodcarver named Frederick.Frederick is a poor farmer and the sole provider for his family, and he often has to defend his mother from his father’s drunken rages. He dreams of making a living carving beautiful images into wood, and he is thrilled when the Bishop of Hagenheim commissions him to carve new doors for the cathedral. As Frederick works on the project, he and Adela meet almost daily, and it doesn’t take long for them to fall in love. Even as their relationship grows, her true identity remains hidden from him, and he believes she is a commoner like him.When disaster separates them, Adela and Frederick find themselves caught in the midst of deceptions far more dangerous than innocent disguises. As the powerful lords set against them proceed with their villainous plans, secrets emerge that put Frederick and Adela’s future at risk.Full-length, clean fairy-tale reimaginingThe final Hagenheim story; can be read as a stand-aloneIncludes discussion questions for book clubsAlso by Melanie Dickerson: The Golden Braid, The Silent Songbird, and The Orphan’s Wish Read more

A realistic, fast-paced reimagining of the Sleeping Beauty fairytale full of royalty, romance, and danger. This masterful combination of love and heartbreak—combined with the novel’s surprise ending—is everything fans of fantasy, historical, and medieval fiction yearn for.Rose has been appointed as a healer’s apprentice at Hagenheim Castle, a rare opportunity for a woodcutter’s daughter like her. While she often feels uneasy at the sight of blood, Rose is determined to prove herself capable. Failure will mean returning home to marry the aging bachelor her mother has chosen for her—a bloated, disgusting merchant who makes Rose feel ill.When Lord Hamlin, the future duke, is injured, it is Rose who must tend to him. As she works to heal his wound, she begins to understand emotions she’s never felt before and wonders if he feels the same.But falling in love is forbidden, as Lord Hamlin is betrothed to a mysterious young woman in hiding. As Rose’s life spins toward confusion, she must take the first steps on a journey to discover her own destiny.The Healer's Apprentice:An award-winning historical romance—a creative retelling of the Sleeping Beauty fairytale—by author Melanie DickersonPerfect for readers ages 13-18 and adults who enjoy historical romances similar to Eva Ibbotson’sA romantic, fast-paced read—sure to entrance fans of fairytale retellings Read more

“In 1945 the war ended. The Germans surrendered, and the ghetto was liberated. Out of over a quarter of a million people, about 800 walked out of the ghetto. Of those who survived, only twelve were children. I was one of the twelve.” For more than fifty years after the war, Syvia, like many Holocaust survivors, did not talk about her experiences in the Lodz ghetto in Poland. She buried her past in order to move forward. But finally she decided it was time to share her story, and so she told it to her niece, who has re-told it here using free verse inspired by her aunt. This is the true story of Syvia Perlmutter―a story of courage, heartbreak, and finally survival despite the terrible circumstances in which she grew up. A timeline, historical notes, and an author’s note are included. Read more