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Bewildering Courage Of Emma Bloom
$14.99Add to cartTrapped in the future, Emma Bloom and Clay Danvers travel beneath Transom City in a desperate attempt to escape the Marshall. They reunite with Adams Klein who is back from the dead and now possesses powers beyond natural human ability. Together, the three friends flee civilization, seeking a secret resistance community rumored to exist deep in the wilderness. But the kids discover that hiding is no way to live. They must weigh the cost of true freedom. Emma inspires and leads the charge, but will the Marshall prove to be a more formidable foe than anyone could have imagined?
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Curse Of Calamity Wells
$13.99Add to cartThe Last Chance Detectives book series is an exciting blend of action, adventure, and mystery. Set in the fictional Southwest town of Ambrosia, the four young detectives–Mike, Winnie, Ben, and Spence–use an old B-17 bomber as their clubhouse, where they work to solve cases and learn spiritual truths along the way.
Mike Fowler’s father has been missing for years. In this final volume, will the Last Chance Detectives learn the truth behind their biggest mystery?
When some important government officials show up at the Last Chance Diner, it seems like all hope is lost. Then Mike discovers along-lost note in his father’s handwriting, and the young detectives embark on what could be their most dangerous adventure yet.
Mike, Ben, and Spence head out to the desert, to a place that Winnie’s grandmother says is cursed: the old mining town of Calamity Wells. Winnie stays behind at first, but when an old foe shows up it becomes clear that the four friends will have to work together to solve this mystery–and to stay alive.
*Book #8 in The Last Chance Detectives series.
*An action-packed, faith-filled middle grade kids’ book.
*Combines adventure, relatable characters, and positive messages about friendship to teach kids biblical truths and keep them on the edge of their seats.The Curse of Calamity Wells answers questions that readers of The Last Chance Detectives have wondered about for years!
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11th Hour : 6 Stories On Character, Service, And Facing Difficult Situation (Aud
$18.99Add to cartAdventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 7 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives. They are perfect for car rides and initiating important conversations with kids.
“Go after what you want, and don’t let anything get in your way.”
When Odyssey High’s resident mean girl, Valerie Swanson, offers Jules Kendall a chance to get even with a musical rival, Jules reluctantly agrees. She knows Valerie is trouble–but she’s desperate enough to take the risk. As Jules resorts to bigger and bolder lies to cover her tracks, she begins to wonder: Has her ambition finally gone too far? And is it too late to turn back?
Meanwhile, Mr. Whittaker sends Morrie and Suzu Rydell on a secret mission–one designed to teach valuable lessons. But the siblings have secrets of their own. And over at Whit’s End, Renee Carter wrestles with one of life’s oldest and hardest questions: Why would a good God allow bad things to happen?
The clock ticks toward midnight as the folks in Odyssey face the monumental decisions and consequences of the Eleventh Hour.
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Tambika And The Shield Of Wisdom
$16.99Add to cartTanganyika, Africa, 1896
As long as she’s been alive, Tambika’s tribe, the Hehe, has lived in conflict. She longs to be a leader who stands up for her people, but her desire for vengeance endangers her destiny. When Tambika and her friends break into the German armory to take back their tribe’s silver, she attacks a young soldier and flees the scene.
As she escapes into the bush, Tambika sees a cosmic light that fills the sky and transports her to another realm, the land of Glideon. She discovers an old journal with clues that lead her to an abandoned training facility, where her purpose in Glideon is revealed. She has been chosen to resurrect Lightglider Academy and to equip teenagers from all over the world to rescue Gliddles and restore the land. She must first locate the Shield of Wisdom, a crucial component of the Armor of Light, which will empower the next generation of Lightgliders.
Through the Lightglider Origin series, readers will be awakened to the truth that whenever darkness comes, they were made to shine! Tambika and the Shield of Wisdom is the second of seven books in the Lightglider Origins series for ages 8-14, telling the stories of teens from different time periods and locations around the world who are transported to the mystical land of Glideon to become Lightgliders. The Lightglider Origin series is based on the characters and story found in the Lightgliders virtual world of Christian faith, games, and community for kids.
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Bishops Block
$14.99Add to cartBishop’s Block is a gripping addition to The Blackgaard Chronicles, a captivating Christian kids’ book series that expands the thrilling world of the Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas.
In this volume, Dr. Regis Blackgaard teams up with the dangerous Red Scorpion terrorist organization to achieve his nefarious goals. He intensifies his efforts to obtain the coveted Applesauce program, while simultaneously pursuing control over a perilous biological weapon.
Standing against him are the courageous, but impetuous Jason Whittaker, the adventurous microbiologist Tasha Forbes, and the wise Mr. Whittaker. Together, they race against time to thwart Blackgaard’s dark ambitions. Packed with suspense, action, and moral dilemmas, the story keeps readers on the edge of their seats, wondering what twists and turns lie ahead.
*Book #6 in The Blackgaard Chronicles
*Blends clean stories of adventure with impactful biblical messages
*Perfect for children ages 10 and upThe Blackgaard Chronicles are the perfect gift for fans of Adventures in Odyssey, offering a deeper exploration of beloved characters and storylines while maintaining the essence of the original audio dramas. The books balance intense action with moments of reflection, making it an engaging read for both new and longtime fans.
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Blobs Crash Land
$12.99Add to cartSURVIVAL MODE: ACTIVATED. Five unlikely Blobs must escape their planet before it’s destroyed by an incoming meteor, but a crash landing as they flee throws them into an adventure bigger than their galaxy. From the mind of viral YouTube creator Justin Stuart (JStu) comes an illustrated series that turns catastrophe into the ultimate cosmic thrill ride.
The Blobs Volume 1: Crash Land launches readers into a universe where disaster and discovery collide. Justin, whose YouTube empire has garnered over 11 million subscribers, transforms his signature storytelling style into an illustrated adventure that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with favorites like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man–while blazing its own path through the cosmos.
This series masterfully weaves heart-pounding action with genuine laughs, creating a story that resonates with both established JStu fans and new readers. As our heroes navigate their way through an unknown world, they discover that sometimes the biggest adventures reveal the most important truths about friendship, courage, and finding your place in the universe.
Perfect for:
*Adventure seekers ready to discover their next favorite series
*Fans of sci-fi who love their action with a side of humor
*Readers who devoured Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man
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Blades Of Eternity And The Keeper Of Peace
$14.99A search for the Keeper of Peace becomes a frantic race to control the fate of the Realm. Four kingdoms collide in this faith-filled fantasy novel for middle-grade readers.
One hundred years have passed since the Keeper of Peace vanished. In hopes of restoring the missing governor to his rightful place atop the Keeper’s Plateau, the king of Summer forms a secret search party led by his son, Prince Mel.
As the group encounters many dangers, Eva, the princess of Winter, shares a secret with Mel about a mysterious, masked prisoner known as “inmate thirty-six.” Could this be the man the king sent them to find? And if so, how can the prince’s party rescue this curious convict and escape under the evil eye of Eva’s father, the king of Winter?
Blades of Eternity and the Keeper of Peace is the first book in the Blades of Eternity series. Readers will encounter page-turning adventure as they explore the values of friendship, loyalty, and courage.
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Death And The Victory
$16.99Add to cartOn the rocky hill the young jerboas watched as the one they called the king hung on the cross, dying. Suddenly, the earth began to tremble, then rumble, then quake. Rocks split and tombs broke open. The dove said, “They will take Jesus’s body and lay him in a tomb. The serpents think they’ve won a victory, but on the third day Jesus will rise, just as he said. The serpents don’t realize that darkness has already been defeated and soon Jesus will appear–alive!”
The Death and the Victory by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who could have witnessed the events of the New Testament from Jesus’s death through Revelation. Join jerboas at the cross, horses at Christ’s empty tomb, leopards watching Jesus ascend to heaven, turtledoves at Pentecost, squirrels who follow Saul to Damascus, and many animals on the island of Patmos with John.
The Death and the Victory is the fourth of four books in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8-12, retelling Bible narratives from the perspective of the animals who could have witnessed the events firsthand. Each story includes Bible study questions to acquaint kids with the “truth behind the tales” and offers a new point of view of God’s overarching story of redemption found throughout his Word.
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Sapphire Song
$14.99Add to cartBOOK TWO IN THE SAPPHIRE SAGA TRILOGY
Three space-dwelling siblings learn a shocking secret and embark on a treacherous, interplanetary mission to save an alien civilization from imminent peril.
After wielding the unparalleled power of the Sapphire Sword to save Earth, Slugger, Flint, and Scout, spend their days cruising the cosmos and exploring the infinite possibilities aboard the Nautilus, their all-galaxy-class spaceship. Life is a sweet adventure–until their dad reveals a mind-blowing bit of intel that changes everything.
Soon, they are whisked away to a strange planet in search of an ancient, all-seeing entity. Could the one they call Luminor shed some light on their father’s revelation?
Together with their curious new companion, the O’Ryan clan faces dangers that will test their faith and fortitude as a faint melody beckons them onward: Peace be still.
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Sacred Scales
$16.99A middle grade faith-building fantasy adventure from the bestselling Dragons in Our Midst story world.
In King Arthur’s Camelot where dragons are outlawed, a poor apprentice boy and a dragon-raised orphan girl unravel an evil plot to exterminate dragons from this world and the next.
Hawk spends his days trying to survive as a lowly apprentice in the harsh employ of Master Andrew–a sly shopkeeper making illegal bargains with dragons. But when Master Andrew is hired by Lady Morgan to cheat the dragon Clefspeare out of his promised gemstone payment, Hawk’s faith in God spurs him to action.
Sabina hasn’t had contact with humans in years, not since the kind-hearted dragon Legossi rescued her from the ruins of her burned village. But the forest is no place for a young girl to come of age, so Legossi agrees to have a knight take Sabina to Lady Morgan’s estate. Yet Sabina quickly realizes Lady Morgan has a sinister scheme to wipe out dragons in this realm and beyond. Can Hawk and Sabina warn the dragons and foil Lady Morgan’s plans before it’s too late?
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Outsider : Ruth – A Retelling
$14.99The Bible story of Ruth is imaginatively brought to life in this biblically faithful chapter book that helps kids 8+ engage with God’s word. Readers will find themselves immersed in the hearts and minds of Ruth, Naomi and Boaz as they experience difficulty, uncertainty, danger and rescue.
With an emphasis on God’s relationship with his people, this retelling is careful to depict human relationships appropriately and in light of God’s love for his people. Kids will learn that God’s providence, provision and kindness extend to all kinds of people, even to those who are outsiders.
Includes notes that differentiate the known facts from the imaginative parts.
Makes a wonderful gift for children 8+ years. A discussion guide is also included, making it ideal for book clubs.
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Elsewhere In Odyssey
$14.99Come along for Volume 1 of an exciting Christian comic book series set Elsewhere in Odyssey-and elsewhere around the world!
The little city of Odyssey is host to an ever-expanding series of faith-filled adventures, yet the wider scope of many of these stories is often only hinted at by the regulars at Whit’s End. Collected here are the exciting follow-up stories that Adventures in Odyssey fans have always wondered about, such as:
*Is Donna Barclay really getting married?
*Whatever happened to Bernard Walton?
*How is it that the Rathbones seem to be following the Barclays around the world?
*Why is Dr. Regis Blackgaard still able to exploit the Imagination Station to further his dastardly plans, especially since he’s not actually alive anymore?Elsewhere in Odyssey Volume #1 takes the whole family on a fun adventure by combining graphic-novel-style illustrations, biblical lessons, and humorous action that keeps kids glued to the pages.
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Unlikely Intrusion Of Adams Klein
$14.99Add to cartAre some things in life worth taking a stand for, no matter the cost?
Fourteen-year-old Adams Klein lives by one simple rule: don’t do anything that might change the course of history. To protect him from a murderous tyrant, Adams was hidden away in the year 2015. A refugee from the distant future, his existence is a secret. But when he witnesses a tragedy unfolding, he can’t stand by and do nothing. Now history is being changed, and Adams and his new friends are being hunted by a villain who’ll stop at nothing to retain his iron grip on the world of the future, even if it means destroying the past.
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Stones Of Fire
$17.99A Candle Tree Press Title
Young teen Matt Silvers must capture the Stones of Fire and rescue the Guardian, Jasper, from the clutches of the evil Wolvin. As a Valenian protege, Matt travels to Scotland and battles Druid thieves while his best friend, Ryan, must escape the paralyzing grip of the Rim. Meanwhile, in his hometown of Baywood, his friend, Julie, faces lizard invaders from the Dark Void.
The second novel in the Time Treaders series
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Kings Cadets And Little Joe
$15.99Add to cartNewly imagined tales from the world of Little Pilgrim now for early readers!
The King’s Cadets and Little Joe is a collection of five short stories following the characters from the land of Little Pilgrim. Early readers will be absorbed in the delightful tales and captivated by the enchanting woodland illustrations as they adventure with three brothers, Matthew, James, and Little Joe. The rabbits spend their days playing in the fields and woods of the Land of Delight and dream of growing up to one day be soldiers of the King, like their hero, Great Heart. Wielding wooden swords and shields, they call themselves the King’s Cadets. These knights in training, including the littlest brother who’s confident he’s big enough to join, set out on courageous missions of their own. Their bravery and boldness get them into trouble from time to time, and they occasionally need a little direction from their wise woodland friends.
Readers will return to the adventures and misadventures of The King’s Cadets and Little Joe again and again.
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Sleuth Family Robinson Fighting Evil Around The World
$16.99Exciting Christian graphic novel kids will love!
Imagine if your family was a team of superspies . . . who each had different gifts . . .and special strengths . . . that you used together to solve mysteries. Now, imagine if someone wanted to destroy your family . . . and the world. Could they do it?
Not a chance. Not when you’re the . . . Sleuth Family Robinson!
This graphic novel from Focus on the Family and Clubhouse magazine offers quality, fun, engaging Christian entertainment for kids ages 8-years-old and above. Kids learn alongside the Robinsons as they solve problems together as a family.
In addition to the graphic novel, there are over thirty pages of extra content for readers to enjoy-
*Character profiles of the Robinson family
*Bonus artwork
*Faith-building lessons
*Ultimate fan challenge quiz
*Features on the family’s spytastic gadgets and their most fearsome foesThis comic is extra fun for Adventures in Odyssey fans because it was “written” by Wooton and is a fun “in-universe” collectable. Parents know they can trust the graphic novels from Focus on the Family because they are clean, relevant, exciting, and spiritually uplifting.
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Light And The Life
$16.99Add to cartThe bright burst of blinding light sent the wolf pack running, leaving Belzib behind after he hit his head in all the commotion. Liora, a lamb venturing out on her own, found him out cold, but the angel’s booming voice soon awoke Belzib. It wasn’t natural for a sheep to make friends with a wolf, but the angel’s song declaring peace on earth drove away all concern. Excited about the angel’s big announcement, the unlikely pair had to follow the brightest star they had ever seen to find the Savior.
The Light and the Life by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who could have witnessed the events of Jesus’s life. Join the lamb and wolf as they head to Bethlehem, lizards living in the temple, camels traveling with the wise men, turtles in the Sea of Galilee, hyrax at the Mount of Transfiguration, squirrels at Lazarus’s tomb, and the donkey Jesus rode into Jerusalem.
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Bryce And The Lost Pearl
$16.99Victor Harbor, Australia, 2024
Life is full of responsibilities for fifteen-year-old Bryce Holland. Between working at his uncle’s horse stables, playing his newly earned spot on the varsity basketball team, and leading a Bible study, the juggling act of his life is on the verge of a crash. The stress of a season-ending ankle sprain and seeing the girl he likes with the rival player who caused the injury, pushes Bryce over the edge and into making bad decisions. When his uncle’s Clydesdale, which he rides without permission, gets away from him, the search to find the horse sends Bryce wandering deep into the woods and into the alternate realm of Glideon. There he meets other teens, who have been tasked with rescuing the Gliddles from Machines that threaten the land. Along the way, Bryce and his new friends discover the mysterious pearl that will guide them in their journey to resurrect Lightglider Academy, rescue the Gliddles, and restore the land.
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Fears Flights And Kangaroo Fights
$14.99From best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family.
The Mulligans are off to the jungles of South America to help Mom save some snakes in need of a new home. Jessica, terrified of snakes, is not thrilled to be on this particular mission of mercy, but she soon discovers an effective way to get over her fears: find something even scarier. Like crash-landing in the jungle and having to spend the night with LOTS of creepy crawly sounds all around.
Meanwhile, Nick and Lisa are on their own mission to transport Bob, a big kangaroo, back to the animal park. But they encounter a group of bad guys who have their own plans for the kangaroo: putting him in a boxing ring and charging admission to watch Bob fight some unlucky human.
Back home, Dad, Janelle, Stephanie, and Julie are facing their own challenges: taking care of Mulligan’s animal park while fearing what is happening to the rest of the family, away from home and facing danger. And as Dad tells Julie, we can’t get rid of fear by ignoring it, but you can focus on something better, like God’s love and His promises.
The Magnificent Mulligans can’t help but find adventure, and it’s usually their love of helping animals that leads them there.
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Ben Washington Is The Odd Man Out
$9.99When friend planets collide, will Ben feel on top of the world or alone in the universe?
Life in Ben Washington’s new town and school is pretty great. But he couldn’t be more ready for Spring Break. And the most epic news? His best friend is visiting from Atlanta. Ben can hardly wait for his longtime buddy Zion to meet his new best friend, Kenny. But he’s also nervous. They are so different. Will Ben’s break be ruined when his two friends clash? Or will he build too good of a bridge and find that he’s the Odd Man Out? Read this laughable story of friendship and forgiveness to find out!
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Beastie Of Brambly Bald
$8.99Book Five in the Tree Street Kids Series
Jack Finch’s plan to gobble up tons of turkey over Thanksgiving Break and work on the Tree Street Kids’ fort has been foiled. Instead, the Finches are traveling to the mountains of North Carolina to visit grandparents Jack barely knows. Thank goodness his best friends Ellison and Roger are coming with him to the cabin on Brambly Bald mountain. But something is lurking in the forest, and soon Jack uncovers a secret bigger than Bigfoot. When the kids come face to face with a real threat, will Jack find a way to protect his friends? Jack braves danger, finds new branches on his family tree, and discovers what it means to be rooted in God’s great family.
Book 5 in the Tree Street Kids Series explores themes of belonging, family dynamics, foster care, and what it means to be part of God’s family.
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Prophecy And The Hope
$16.99Add to cartOxen brothers Otto and Oscar stand trapped and terrified between the Red Sea and Pharaoh’s approaching army along with all of Israel. Yes, God has brought them this far out of the misery of Egypt, but escape now seems impossible! When Moses shouts, “Fear not. Stand firm, and see the salvation of the Lord,” everyone gasps as the cloud of the Lord billows up and blocks the enemy from advancing. Then the wind begins to blow. Will the oxen and the rest of Israel be able to outrun the enemy?
The Prophecy and the Hope by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who could have witnessed the events of the Old Testament, from the Exodus onward. Join oxen at the Red Sea, mountain goats at Mount Sinai, Rahab’s pets in Jericho, horses watching as David faced Goliath, the Queen of Sheba’s camels, ravens with Elijah, and mice in Isaiah’s house.
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Found Boys
$14.99The Found Boys is a thrilling throwback buddy adventure for young readers. Amid the abundant humor and action, the story explores deep themes of forgiveness and reconciliation in age-appropriate ways.
The mission was supposed to be fun–even funny–but things got serious quick. What follows is a daring journey with narrow escapes, attack dogs, deadly fires, and a friendship forged in shared peril.
Three friends embark on an intrepid quest to retrieve a priceless treasure guarded by a menacing villain. But this is no fantasy. For Scott and his friends Tommy and Dooley, the danger is all too real. Unlikely heroes will emerge. Enemies will become allies. Powerful truths will be revealed.
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Amons Mission : A Family Story About Spreading The Good News
$19.99Add to cartA great way for the whole family to experience the expansion of the Christian church!
Sixteen-year-old Amon has been part of some incredible things in his short life, especially in the last three years. Jesus has ascended to heaven, Saul has seen the light, and the church in Jerusalem is now well organized. It’s finally time to make his own life his most exciting mission.
But every time Amon thinks he’s getting close to being able to build a family and a future, something gets in the way. One of the apostles needs help with something. A Roman tries to stir up trouble. His father volunteers him for something without asking. Amon is becoming convinced that he will never have a normal life. But maybe a normal life isn’t part of God’s plan for him after all.
What Amon doesn’t realize is that he’s an eyewitness to some of the most thrilling times in the life of the early church. He’s about to learn that God has a reason for everything and will turn Amon’s challenging circumstances into blessings.
Arnold Ytreeide’s beloved characters from his hugely popular Christmas and Easter series are back in this story set within Acts. Full of adventure, friendship, and exciting biblical history, Amon’s Mission is perfect for families to read together at any time of year, bringing the setting of the New Testament to vivid life.
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Average Boys Above Average Summer
$12.99Average Boy is here to make you laugh and encourage you in your faith!
The Average Boy series features humorous writing and whimsical illustrations to help readers embrace the idea that life isn’t always about being the smartest, most athletic, or best-looking kid in the neighborhood. Faith, family, and friends are far more valuable than being perceived as cool.
What happens when “Average Boy” Bob Smiley gets to the end of an above-average school year? Why, it’s time for an above-average summer, of course! If things go according to plan–and Average Boy always has lots of plans–then this summer will be his best one ever.
You see, Average Boy isn’t going to sleep in until noon this summer–at least not every day. No, he has big goals for the next few months. This summer is when Average Boy will finally build that tree house he’s been planning with his best friend, Billy. This summer is when he will brush his teeth every morning (as soon as he finds his toothbrush). And this summer he’s setting a goal to invite everyone in town to church.
There will be challenges along the way–challenges like Donny the school bully, or Sarah and Everley, who always seem to have water balloons in hand. But his biggest challenge this summer is the Huge Hairy Hisser, who lurks in the woods behind Average Boy’s house and seems determined to ruin his tree house-building plans.
It will definitely be a summer to remember!
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Sapphire Sword
$14.99Add to cartTo save the world from certain destruction, three siblings and their shapeshifting alien guide embark on an out-of-this-world adventure in search of an ancient, all-powerful weapon.
Slugger, Flint, and Scout are always out exploring the mountains of New Mexico near their home. When a cherry-picking expedition puts them in the path of a peculiar pooch in peril, the three siblings have no idea what unstoppable calamity has just been set in motion.
The dog they call Robin Hood isn’t what he appears to be. And neither are the O’Ryan kids.
Together, the three unlikely heroes and their trusty “canine” companion must journey the cosmos to snatch Earth back from the clutches of catastrophic evil. And they just might be successful.
If only they could find that legendary sword . . .
The Sapphire Sword is book one in The Sapphire Saga trilogy (to be followed by The Sapphire Song and The Sapphire Star) of suspenseful sci-fi novels for middle-grade readers. This gripping series teaches kids the value of family, forgiveness, and faith in the face of impossible odds.
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Dolphins In Danger
$14.99Add to cartFrom best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family.
The Magnificent Mulligans are back, and they’re learning again how to stick together, protect the vulnerable, and stand up for what’s right. When Dad gets a call from a friend who needs help with a distressed dolphin, he and Lisa drive up the coast to try to help. But a big storm in the forecast is going to make this mission difficult.
Meanwhile, the other Mulligans are excited about new opportunities. Julie is learning to take care of flamingoes, Janelle is learning to play tennis, and Nick is learning how to fly an airplane. Nick’s first lesson? Convincing his instructor that he’s really ready to take the yoke. The guy keeps glancing nervously at the parachute he brings along for the flight!
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Ben Washington Is The Newbie On The Block
$9.99Add to cartBen’s life has been upended. He’s leaving Atlanta. His mom’s having a baby. He desperately wants a dog. Who said being twelve is easy?
Meet Ben Washington. He’s about to leave the place he loves for a new town-population: near nothing. Sixth grade is universally bumpy. And starting school in a pocket-sized town where no one looks like you is going to be an even bigger challenge.
Is there a friend for Ben in Radnor Falls? What is he going to do about the trio of bullies who seem far too old to still be in middle school? And what about the mystery of “Spooky Fred,” the town outsider? What has Fred done, and what will Ben do when he finds out? Will Ben come to love the slime green house with creaky floors and attic bedroom? Read this story of friendship, faith, and finding God in the hard spaces of life to find out.
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Trouble On The Trail
$9.99Add to cartMaking friends, riding horses, solving mysteries, and relying on God–that’s what Horses & Friends stories are all about!
Can they save a fortune and a new friend?
“Hey, mister! You dropped something.” Kate and her friends witness a cantankerous old man drop part of a hand-drawn map, but he drives off in his beat-up Ford before they can give it back. They learn the man is Mr. Benson, a former prospector who lives in the nearby hills and wants to be left alone. But when Kate and Tori overhear two men conspiring to rob Mr. Benson of his gold, they know they have to warn him before the thieves can strike. What will happen if their plan backfires and the men come after them?
Follow along as relatable Kate finds out what it means to be faithful–to her friends, to her family, and to the horses she loves. Always up for adventure, this energetic thirteen-year-old learns to rely on God as she meets challenges, solves mysteries, and forges friendships. Through it all, Kate is encouraged by her hard-working parents and her bond with her little brother, Pete, who is autistic.
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Shadow And The Promise
$16.99Add to cartWhile two newly created rock badgers explore their growing world, they encounter a dark foe–the great dragon, the serpent of old. The sinister creature interrupts the badgers’ joyful exploration of the growing landscape to reveal his wicked plan to destroy God’s creation. When the enemy takes flight, the badgers race to warn Adam and Eve of the impending danger. With every thunderous flap of wings, the serpent draws closer to his perch in the forbidden tree. Will the badgers make it in time to expose the evil plan.
The Shadow and the Promise by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who witness the events of Genesis and Exodus unfold before them. Join badgers in the Garden of Eden, an array of animals in the Ark, groundhogs at Babel, Abraham’s donkey, sheep from Joseph’s herd, the cats in the palace in Egypt, and a dog and oxen present at the Passover.
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Cristina Emprende – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartLa protagonista del cuarto cuento de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes es Cristina, de 12 anos, cursando el septimo grado. Es bajita de estatura, su pelo es largo de color marron claro. Tiene los ojos de tono “Hazel” y usa espejuelos. Es una nia amorosa, organizada y determinada, pero su mayor reto es su miedo a quedarse sin nada. Necesita superar las distracciones, la ansiedad y el miedo. Aunque la determinacion es su mayor fortaleza, su mayor miedo es que su familia se quede sin dinero y que su tienda no funcione. Como podra Cristina superar sus temores?
The main character of the fourth story in the Brave Young Girls Series is Cristina, 12 years old, attending the seventh grade. She is short in height, her hair is long light brown. She has hazel eyes and wears glasses. She is a loving, organized and determined girl, but her biggest challenge is her fear of being left with nothing. She needs to overcome distractions, anxiety, and fear. Although her determination is her greatest strength, her greatest fear is that her family will run out of money and their store will fail. Will Cristina be able to overcome her fears?
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Ofelia Crea – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartLa tercera protagonista de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes es Ofelia, de 11 aos y cursa sexto grado. Tiene el cabello ondulado color marron, ojos azules, una amplia sonrisa y es alta. Ha tenido con reto con su valor: piensa que no tiene talento para nada, y siempre esta intentando cosas nuevas, tratando de encontrar su talento. Le gustan los retos y no le tiene miedo a intentar cosas nuevas, pero es inconstante en lo que hace porque no cree en sus posibilidades y se molesta por todo. Su miedo mas grande es no encontrar su talento, pero no se cansara de seguir intentando todo lo que se presente hasta encontrar su talento.
The third main character in the BraveYoung Girls Series is Ofelia, 11 years old and in sixth grade. She has wavy brown hair, blue eyes, a wide smile, and is tall. She doesn’t believe she has value: she thinks she has no talent at all, and she is always trying new things in order to find her talent. She likes challenges and is not afraid to try new things, but she is fickle in what she does because she doesn’t believe in her possibilities and she gets annoyed by everything. Her biggest fear is not finding her talent, but she won’t get tired of trying everything she comes up with until she discovers it.
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Demolishing The Stronghold
$14.99Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan finally reach Blooming Glen.
They must demolish the enemy’s stronghold there before the Calamitous Drake covers their land in eternal darkness.
Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan finally found respite for their whole family in the grove surrounding the Wellspring of Life. However, the threat of the Dark One’s forces still looms over the Heathlands, and lighting the tower of Light in Blooming Glen is their only hope of cleansing their land of The Darkness once and for all. While the family plans a surprise attack on the stronghold at Blooming Glen, the Bishop calls forth the Calamitous Drake, a monster forged from the essence of The Darkness in the corrupted heart of the Iron Mountain. In the midst of the battle, the monster scatters the family, leaving Mother, Uncle, and Tye in the hands of Lord Refi’Cul and the evil giant Skull Crusher who aims to make Tye his wife and become the Master of the Heath Wardens.
The children must take to the skies to forge a weapon capable of defeating the Calamitous Drake. Will Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan’s faith give them the strength to Demolish the Stronghold?
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Secret Of The Seven Rubies
$17.99A Candle Tree Press Title
Seven rubies and a wise guardian, swarming invaders and a hypnotic void, one boy battles the darkness and journeys to a kingdom of light where time stands still.
Eighth-grader Matt Silvers never has enough time. Time to open his locker and rush to class. Time to catch the bus or finish his homework. Time to impress Coach before the big basketball championship . . .
But time stands still when Matt and his friends, Ryan and Julie, journey to a realm of wonder. A kingdom where a wise guardian reveals Matt’s superhero identity and challenges them to find seven rubies and seven messages–secret wisdom they’ll need to battle the swarming Craevin and resist the evil Dark Void.
When Matt returns to his everyday world, will time give him a second chance? Another chance to win the trophy for his team and rescue his mesmerized friends. And one last chance to save his grandfather from a dangerous trap.
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Edge Of The Galaxy
$15.99Edge of the Galaxy combines action-packed science fiction with faith-filled lessons that readers can apply to their own lives. It is a unique science-fiction devotional where you follow the exciting exploits of Gavin and his family through his star log entries. There are beautiful color illustrations throughout the book that bring this interplanetary adventure to life!
The year is 2095, and 12-year-old Gavin Greystone is on the space station Provider above the Saturn moon of Titan. In Edge of the Galaxy, Gavin and his family work and live as space explorers. Life in space is certainly not easy, or even all that safe, but it’s definitely an exciting adventure. From Provider, Gavin’s family will work with other families to create a life on the surface of Titan as they expand humankind’s footprint and prepare for more settlers. Through many trials, Gavin will learn who he is and the plan God has for him.
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Rebecca Suena – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartEn el segundo cuento de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes, la protagonista es Rebecca, de 11 aos y cursa el sexto grado. Tiene los ojos grandes color cafe claro, cabello lacio de color marron claro, y largas y abundantes pestanas. Es comica, piensa creativamente y hace amigos con facilidad. Aunque es buena en el momento de resolver cambios inesperados, hay cambios que la bloquean y le afectan mucho, y tiene que aprender a seguir instrucciones y a callar un poco lo que piensa y siente. Puede liderar sin problemas, pero tiene un miedo atroz a equivocarse en publico, y que la gente se burle y se ria de ella. Tienes alguna amiga como Rebecca?
In the second story of the Brave Young Girls Series, the main character is Rebecca, 11 years old and in sixth grade. She has large light brown eyes, straight light brown hair, and long, thick eyelashes. She is humorous, thinks creatively, and makes friends easily. Although she is good at dealing with unexpected changes, some of these block her and affect her a lot, and she has to learn to follow instructions and shut up what she thinks and feels a bit. She can lead with no problems, but she is terribly afraid of being wrong in public, and of being mocked and laughed at. Do you have any friends like Rebecca?
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Mariana Se Valora – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartValorarse a si misma, soar, crear y emprender son etapas que cada mujer debe vivir para auto realizarse. Por eso es tan importante que las nias y jovencitas aprendan a desarrollarlas desde temprana edad. La Serie Jovencitas Valientes, nuevo proyecto de la autora Omayra Font, surge de querer cumplir ese proposito. Los personajes de esta serie fueron creados con la participacion de las cuatro hijas de la autora, junto a su propia experiencia de vida y lo que ella conoce como necesidades de las nias en la preadolescencia. Los nombres de las protagonistas aluden a las mujeres que han colaborado con ella en la realizacion de su sueo de ser escritora.
El primer cuento de la serie es Mariana se valora. Mariana, una jovencita de 12 aos, estudiante de septimo grado, tiene cabello rizo largo y negro, ojos claros y grandes, y pecas. Aunque siempre quiere ayudar a los demas, su mayor miedo es que nadie la acepte tal cual es. Teme decir lo que piensa, se deja llevar por otros y es testaruda. Ama a las personas, las hace sentir bien, y sabe escuchar. El compararse con todo el mundo, sus amigas y hermana ha causado inseguridades en ella donde no se siente bonita, no se atreve a expresarse, y la timidez le impide hacer cosas que le gustaria hacer. Conoces alguna “Mariana”?
Valuing herself, dreaming, creating and becoming an entrepreneur are stages that each woman must live in order to fulfill herself. That is why it is so important that girls and young women learn to develop these stages from an early age. The Brave Young Girls Series, a new project by author Omayra Font, arises from wanting to fulfill that purpose. The characters in this series were created with the participation of the author’s four daughters, along with her own life experience and what she knows as the needs of pre-teen girls. The names of her main characters allude to the women who have collaborated with her in the realization of her dream of being a writer.
The first story in the series is Mariana values herself. Mariana, a 12-year-old seventh grader, has long black curly hair, large, light eyes, and freckles. Although she always wants to help others, her biggest fear is that no one will accept her as she is. She is afraid to say what she thinks, she gets carried away by others and is stubborn. She loves people, makes them feel good, and knows how to listen. Comparing herself to everyone, her friends and her sister has caused insecurities in her where she doesn’t feel pretty, she does
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Songs Of A Warrior
$14.99Add to cartThis dramatic retelling of the accounts of the first two kings of Israel follows the intertwining stories of Jonathan, Saul, David and Michal documented in 1 and 2 Samuel.
In this imaginative yet biblically faithful book, readers will find themselves immersed in the hearts and minds of the key players as they experience battles, intrigue, plots, betrayal, love and friendship.
This resource is a great way to help kids aged 8-12 engage with God’s word. They’ll be left thinking about what it means to trust God and realizing that only Jesus can really be the king God’s people need.
Makes a wonderful gift for children aged 8-12. Includes a Bible-reading plan for the life of David and notes that differentiate the known facts from the imaginative parts.
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Architect
$12.99Add to cartThere’s a golden rule in Phantom City: “No one about when the Zeppelin is out.” But one night, twelve-year-old Charlie Crane comes face-to-face with the Zeppelin, and instead of finding trouble, she is awakened.
Determined to find the truth in a city plagued with lies, Charlie, along with a quirky band of unlikely heroes, works to free the people of Phantom City from the clutches of a shadowy, evil villain. Helped by a mysterious Architect who only communicates over radio and telephone, Charlie wrestles with two big questions: Can she trust a guide she can’t see? And is the truth actually worth the trouble?
Filled with sinister schemes, bumbling superheroes, unexpected friendships, and plenty of humor and plot twists, The Architect keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Boys and girls alike will be fascinated by the unique world of Phantom City, with its steampunk and Gotham City type elements and will quickly find themselves cheering for our heroes in their fight against evil.
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Towers Of Light Series Volume 1 Bundle
$38.99The darkness has taken their parents!
Will the children have the faith to light their way home?
Alone on the frontier, twelve-year-old Lauren and her brave little brothers, Aiden(9) and Ethan(5), must guard the Tower of Light that will guide both parents home. With little else but the aid of a trio of blessed pets, three holy weapons, and their growing faith, Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan find it is up to them to stop the agents of The Dark One from putting out the Light and dooming the heathlands to Darkness.
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Wellspring Of Life
$14.99Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan rescued their dying father. To save him, they must find the lost Wellspring of Life before it’s too late!
The Dark One suffered a massive loss when twelve-year-old Lauren and her younger brothers Aiden and Ethan rescued their father from his clutches. However, the battle left Father horribly burned and barely hanging on to life. Their only hope for his salvation is the fabled Wellspring of Life.
Using their faith to guide them, the children trek across the open prairie, searching for clues to the whereabouts of the wellspring’s healing waters. Meanwhile, the giant Skull Crusher turns the prairie animals against the children to drive them off the path while he seeks to master the Darkness so he can destroy them once and for all.
As the family wades deeper into the prairie grasses, even their dear friends begin to stray from the path of righteousness. The children’s mission to save their father will fail if they can’t find the Wellspring of Life in time.
Will they have the faith to stay on the narrow path to redemption?
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Promise And The Light
$14.99Add to cartWhat if you were visited by an angel one night who told you that you were to give birth to the Son of God? How would you feel? What might you think?
Written as a series of vivid and dramatic first-person accounts, The Promise and The Light tells the stories of Mary, Joseph and Zechariah as they experience the events of the first Christmas. Written in a lively and engaging style, this imaginative yet biblically faithful book will captivate children aged 8-12.
Readers will be able to get inside the hearts and minds of some of the key players in the Christmas story and will appreciate the power and excitement of what happened and why it is so amazing for us today.
With 25 chapters, readers may choose to read a chapter a day during Advent.
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Courage In The Colosseum
$12.95Maggie shifted on her feet and peered around Mikey at the open door. A warm breeze blew into her room from the tunnel beyond the door.
“I’m not a wimp,” she repeated – this time, raising her chin and walking past Mikey toward the door. As she approached closer she heard what sounded like a stampede of hooves, booming down the tunnel.
She stepped through the door into the tunnel. Her feet found a stone corridor with trails of sand between its paving stones. Mikey followed and closed the door behind them. The door then vanished and yet again, Maggie was on the other side unsure of where she was or when she was.
Join Maggie and Mikey in this second installment of the Virtue Adventures as they join Ancient Rome. After lying to avoid being bullied about her faith, Maggie is filled with guilt when Mikey appears with another mission from God. This time our pair will race in the Colosseum, witness the Great Fire of Rome, hide in the catacombs, and learn how the courage of one martyr can inspire thousands. But will Maggie stand up for what she believes even after witnessing such courage? Or will she lie in order to fit in again?
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Armor Of God
$14.99Their Father has become the Dark One’s Champion.
Can Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan retrieve the Lost Armor of God to stand against him?
Reunited with Mother and Uncle, twelve-year-old Lauren and her younger brothers, Aiden and Ethan, must light the Tower of Light in Blooming Glen to save Zoura. But the enemy stands in their way.
The family has one chance to overcome the enemy retrieve lost Armor of God before the enemy does.
Their father must do his new master’s bidding. Knowing the power of the armor and the children’s plans, he dispatches the Steele Brothers to retrieve the armor for the Dark One.
Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan have prevailed against the forces of darkness before, but do they have the faith to stand firm against their father as he fights for the enemy?
Like a battle cry in the dark, the fourth Towers of Light book signals the importance of putting on the whole armor of God. You and your children will love this tale of faith and family.
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Bell Of Forgiveness
$9.99Add to cartKate Goodness: The Bell of Forgiveness is the third book in the Kate Goodness series. This newest release, focusing on forgiveness, follows The Power of the Heart and The Fortress of Love. Journey with Kate and her friends as she seeks to bring unity to two canines struggling with hurt feelings. A wonderful reminder of the power of forgiveness!
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Fortress Of Love
$9.99Add to cartTravel along with Kate Goodness, her best friend sweet Missy and her doggies Sugar n’ Spice as they go on a new adventure. In The Fortress of Love, the second book of the Kate Goodness series, read about how Kate Goodness meets with old friends, makes new friends, and they run into some “not-so-nice” characters on their travels. Find out how love can truly change lives!
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Power Of The Heart
$14.99Add to cartTravel along with Kate Goodness as she explores the galaxy with her doggies, Sugar ‘n Spice and best friend Sweet Missy. Read about their adventures far from home, and the characters they meet along the way. Some of these “not- so- nice” characters try to make it hard for Kate Goodness and her friends to make the “wrong” right.
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Silver Spurs : A Novel
$9.99Kate’s dream of owning a horse has finally happened. But now her best friend Tori has no money to buy a horse. So Kate comes up with a plan–she’ll raise money by boarding horses and hosting a show in her family’s barn.
It seems the perfect solution until Melissa, the girl who disses Kate and Tori at school, shows up to board her horse, determined to compete in their show and win the silver spurs. Will their plan be ruined–or does God have something better in store for them all?
“Silver Spurs “is a tale of overcoming fears and trusting God with your dreams.
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Isabelle The Giraffe
$12.99Add to cartWhen Isabelle loses her grandfather in a serious car accident, she turns to her friends to figure out how to cope with the loss. Watch as Isabelle and her friends learn what it is like to experience death for the first time and begin to understand the value of life.
