Hope Ignites
Wren is in the Mountains she calls The High Place. She frequents there to find time alone to meditate and commune with her Creator. Descending the path back to the clearing leading home, she stumbles upon a vacationer name Drake. Though both have their guard up while engaging in polite banter, they simply dismiss it as a momentary fluke and debunk the chemistry that is occurring between them. He is a vacationer, and she is a local. That alone would complicate the end game. However, it appears fate persistently draws them together. Wren becomes a frequent thought in Drake's head, and he seeks counsel from his father to determine if he should pursue this woman. He approaches it as a welcomed break from his usual itinerary. Drake contemplates if he should bring her into his circle. If things go sour, she could be a source that exposes him and the secret society he works for. He can't resist the pull and takes a chance to get to know her better. Eventually, they develop a relationship, and Hope Ignites between them. The Dance begins! They fall in love and end in marriage. On their honeymoon night, they are ecstatic, and it appears as if they will have a fairytale marriage with the happily ever after stamp on it, but Wren awakes the next morning with a shocking revelation. Her experience as a new bride high plummets to an all-time low. Drake knows his wrongdoing and sorrowfully regrets what he did to her. His superiors intervene, and Drake and Wren journey a difficult road to recovery. Drake is determined to repair what he did to her and find a solution, even if it means he may lose her for good.
The Eid Conundrum
Jill the Giraffe is throwing her first-ever Eid lunch party. She has been working hard in the kitchen all week, and now, on the Eve of Eid, she is just finishing off the most important part...her special Eid pistachio baklava, with melted chocolate drizzled on top.But the next day, as she and her friend Oliver the Owl are setting the table, three of the baklavas mysteriously disappear.Who was responsible for this mysterious disappearance?Was it Darrel the donkey or Sly the shark?Was it Herb the hyena or Harriet the hippo?This tale, would you believe, is based on a true story from the author's own life. And yes, first of all, it's a fun story all about fun animal friends, an Eid lunch, and some disappearing baklavas, but it is also a story with a lesson. This is a great read for any parent hoping to encourage the virtues of friendship and forgiveness, and that conflict will happen in life, but it is always possible to reconcile, move on, and have a good time. A fun story with a hidden moral!
Love Most Certain
Special Large Print Edition! Can newfound love heal a broken heart?Genevieve Amsel is recovering from a canceled engagement when her dear friend, Tillie, invites her to move to Ellis Creek for a fresh start. While she settles into life in the friendly Montana town, one thing is for certain-Genevieve will never fall in love again, no matter what marriage prospects come her way.Becoming the new postmaster in Ellis Creek is not for the faint of heart. Attempting to do his best to replace the popular Mr. Norman who recently retired, Oliver Bessell relocates from Bozeman and attempts to win the hearts of Ellis Creek residents, especially one in particular. Can he prove to Genevieve he's nothing like the man who broke her heart?Soon Oliver makes it his mission to encourage and brighten Genevieve's day by leaving her notes at the breakfast table at the boarding house where they both reside. And when a mysterious letter arrives at the post office, will the solving of the puzzle draw him and Genevieve closer?Return to Ellis Creek for another glimpse into the lives of characters you've come to love along with a few newcomers in this tender and lighthearted romance filled with faith and humor by best-selling author Penny Zeller. Read as a standalone or with the others in the series.Books in the Love Letters from Ellis Creek Series: Book One: Love from AfarBook Two: Love UnforeseenBook Three: Love Most Certain
Homecoming
Sam, a lover of the Savior and the Christmas story, goes to bed on Christmas Eve and is visited by an angel telling him the Savior will come on Christmas Day to take him home. He immediately prepares and is visited by three travelers-a soldier, a beggar, and a single mother. Sam must endure the patient waiting and test of faith as time ticks by, hoping to receive his Savior and still carry on his service tradition as in Christmas days past.
Homecoming
Sam, a lover of the Savior and the Christmas story, goes to bed on Christmas Eve and is visited by an angel telling him the Savior will come on Christmas Day to take him home. He immediately prepares and is visited by three travelers-a soldier, a beggar, and a single mother. Sam must endure the patient waiting and test of faith as time ticks by, hoping to receive his Savior and still carry on his service tradition as in Christmas days past.
The Trouble with Half a Moon
"When I became pope, almost the first word the Curia taught me was 'ricatto'-blackmail." - Pope John XXIV If there's faith, corruption, ambition, political backstabbing, and sex, it must be the Vatican. The diaries of an Australian cardinal who has, through extraordinary circumstances, become pope reveal the inner workings of the Vatican and-when he realizes his tenure may be short and begins enacting sweeping reforms-the centuries-old system in place to make sure that the status quo is maintained, at any cost. It's like an Agatha Christie mystery set in the Vatican, where the most powerful person is powerless in the face of opposing forces both within and without his inner circle. Pick up your copy now, and peek behind the papal curtain...
Crime Without Conscience
True to frontier life, award-winning author Reg Quist delivers book five in a series where a young sheriff struggles to keep the people closest to him safe.Following his return from Texas, Sheriff Rory Jamison yearns for a peaceful life. But when news of a heinous murder reaches his ears, he is determined more than ever to bring the perpetrators to justice.After the capture of culprits at their camp, Rory and Deputy Ivan Ivanov make a shocking discovery-a hidden trove of stolen gold. Federal marshals summon Rory to the big city, thrusting him into an urban jungle in order to solve the mystery of the stolen gold's origin.Meanwhile, Wiley Hamstead, the valiant marshal from the neighboring fort, apprehends a husband and wife duo of outlaws-only to tragically fall victim to their malicious intent. When Rory returns home to the devastating news of Wiley's murder and the loss of a federal deputy, he and Ivan embark on a relentless pursuit through treacherous terrain in search of justice and answers.Full of non-stop action, deception, and lawless criminals around every corner, Rory is on a steadfast mission to solve a friend's murder and protect his country and county...but these lawbreakers might never give him the chance.
Nanima
This is the LARGE PRINT of Nanima (Book 1 of Nanima Series). The Nanima Series is a unique story journalling the inner evolution of a spiritual seeker within the context of her relationships and life. It is set in the equally unique environment of rural Australia and has many important messages about the value of the Earth around us and the earth within us. Both ensure our health and happiness. What does it mean to be on a path of personal evolution? What does it mean to love someone? What makes us suffer? What heals us? What makes us genuinely happy.Nanima (Book 1 of Nanima Series): Nanima lay in a pretty-as-a-picture valley at the joining point of two living, breathing rivers. Book 1 of the series is based on the Australian rural town from which the author's family comes. Anyone who knows, "From soil you come, and to soil you will return" (Genesis) remains deeply connected to their roots. Not knowing the DNA we carry in our bodies, hearts, and minds does not negate it. We are an accumulation of many people, even more so when unaware. Once aware, we can choose what to carry and what to relegate to history.
Reclaiming the Spy
How can he protect her from himself when she keeps winding up in his arms? She never gave up hope. After ten years of prayers for her husband, presumed dead in the Peninsula Wars, Abigail Emerson is shocked to discover him alive. Yet what should be the happily ever after of fairy tales becomes a nightmare when he coldly instructs her to forget she'd ever seen him. Abigail refuses to let her beloved slip through her fingers again, and she's willing to battle for his love, despite the walls he's created to barricade his heart. Nicholas Emerson's time as a spy for the War Office has left physical and mental battle wounds. He can never be the charming, carefree man he once was-the man his wife deserves-but when a threat to Abby's life returns him to their small Midland village, keeping her safe proves more challenging than expected. If only Abby would forget him and remarry, then he wouldn't have to face the torment of all the tender, buried feelings she evokes. The consequence of his life as a spy means he can never have her again...
The Mustard Seed 2095
In 2095, we are worshipping the wrong god.Raphael Aronson is not concerned with things like religion and the meaning of life. His work is to create political resumes for people running in bogus elections where the winner is determined in advance of the vote. But when his friend is found dead, and it looks a lot like murder, he no longer cares about work. He cares about finding a murderer. And maybe figuring out what the heck is going on with all the televisions.With the help of a few others, he pursues the truth. In 2095, the city has no police force, no cars, no cell phones, and is rife with hedonism. Raphael soon finds that those who profess they are trying to "Make the Republic Great" are pawns, unknowingly used by a power that was revealed in the stories of the scriptures and the textbooks of science. On a journey led by a mysterious recluse, who calls himself a Watcher, Raphael discovers that the blending of science and religion are not at all what he expected. What will he do with the knowledge that the FoxP2 gene, the Theory of Relativity and the Parable of the Mustard Seed are the answers to our current existence and the explanation of our future?
Capturing the Heart
Jackie Mason's life had not been the same since her husband died over two years ago. Although she tried to be both mother and father to her two teenage kids, she couldn't help but feel lonely and a bit bitter. Still holding onto her deep love for her deceased husband, Jackie knew she could never truly love again. To make matters worse, her 13 year old daughter, Jocelyn, had found solace, but why did it have to be a "bad" boy, this new kid in town who flat-out scared Jackie?Matt Spencer's dream had finally come true. Becoming head coach of his alma mater, the Miller Mustangs football team, meant he had nothing left to wish for. At least, that's what he thought, until he met Jackie Mason, the mother of one of his brightest young players, and realized there could be more to life than coaching football. How could he capture her heart the way she had captured his?Twenty-two years ago, as a starry-eyed sophomore girl, Jackie had suffered through a crush on the senior star football player, Matt Spencer. Of course, he didn't know she existed, and worse yet, he had a reputation of being a lady's man. Her commitment to God would never let her become involved with him. However, here he was now, a completely changed man, and interested in her. Could she put his past and her memories of her husband behind her?Capturing the Heart, the second in the Making of Miller series, shows the power of persistent love and fervent prayer.
Canyon Caves - Secrets of the Earthborn
From eternity past there were emissaries sent by the One who is eternal to watch over the burgeoning planet Earth and its inhabitants. These watchers were created to serve Him and to do His bidding. However, as with all free will agents who have power, that power has the potential to be corrupted. They took their positions just as God had commanded, then used their abilities to take on human form thereby creating a race referred to in Greek Mythology as the Titans. In Genesis Chapter 6 of the Bible they are referred to as the Nephilim or the earthborn. They opposed the will of their creator and for millennia there have been those tasked with hiding any remnants of the earthborn's existence thereby endeavoring to discount what the Bible states all too clearly. Join Professor Jennings, Professor Drake, Jack McKinney, Lila Harper, Professor Hollingsworth and the rest as they strive to uncover the mysteries of the earthborn hidden by the passage of time waiting to be discovered in... The Canyon Caves.
The Messiah of Shangri-La
After a year traveling around Asia, American author Joshua Parousios just wants to find a mountain cottage where he can write a novel about the Messiah. In Kathmandu he meets Maria, a bold Polish woman who attracts and repels him, and together they stay with a Bhutia family in Sosing, a picturesque Himalayan village in the Indian state of Sikkim. With a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and golden Buddhist temples in every direction, Sosing seems like a real-life Shangri-La. But Sikkim is known for human rights abuse, and Joshua learns that Indian soldiers are committing ethnic cleansing against the indigenous Lepcha people, pagans who missionaries have converted to Christianity. Struggling with writer's block and his passion for Maria, plagued by Dionysian dreams and enchanted by a Lepcha woman he glimpses in the forest, Joshua has increasingly bizarre experiences: time slows down, the dead appear as living, and a dense black fog just won't lift. As myth mixes with reality, a series of surreal events funnel to a wild, bacchanal finale. A deep physical and spiritual journey into the Himalayas, The Messiah of Shangri-La is a uniquely profound exploration of the mythologies that lie at the heart of the human experience.
Dinner at Ted’s
Caught in a blizzard while driving home from work, Adam thankfully stumbles upon a very welcoming restaurant. Upon entering, however, it soon becomes apparent that those inside are as unusual as they are friendly."Dinner at Ted's" is food for the regretful and heartbroken to dine upon.It is a story for those who yearn to go back and do things differently.To retrieve what they once gave away.
Dear Burma
In May 2007, American neuroscientist James Stone decides to become a Buddhist monk and flies to Rangoon, Burma--now known as Yangon, Myanmar. Despite being hot and humid, Rangoon is like a Buddhist Disneyland, and at the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda, James meets U Nanda, a flamboyant monk who brings him to a nearby monastery, where he takes vows. Dissatisfied with the laxity of mainstream monastic life, James joins an intensive Vipassana meditation course, where he meets Daw Vira, a beautiful but mysterious British nun whom he follows to an idyllic monastery in the middle of the country. James wants to stay there forever, but his plans are diverted when he and Vira leave on a pilgrimage, participate in the massive anti-government protests known as the Saffron Revolution, and are then confined in Burma's notorious Insein Prison. By the time Cyclone Nargis brings destruction to the country, James admits that his desire for Vira is stronger than his desire to achieve enlightenment. Written as a letter from James to his brother, Dear Burma is ultimately a love story--the story of an impossible love between a monk and a nun, and a love letter to Buddhism and a Burma now lost.
The Witch and the Devourer of Souls
A masked serial killer feeds off the terror of women, devouring their souls... and he's set his sights on Tabitha. Tabitha Moonshadow Kilmore is now a young wife and a new mother, as well as a starving university student. And only her husband, her beloved Josh, knows that she's a witch. And only Tabitha knows that Josh is a warlock-her warlock. They can do nothing apart, but together, they are magnificent.It's 1982, and a masked serial killer stalks the streets of tranquil Provo, Utah, abducting and terrorizing women, consuming their fear, and devouring their souls. And the killer has targeted the ultimate prize-the witch, Tabitha.Reluctantly, Tabitha uses her abilities to aid Provo Police Detective Daniel Folau, a man scarred without and within, to identify and stop the murderer. But can Tabitha and Josh trust Folau? Can they trust any man? After all, any male could be the Devourer of Souls.
Dating an Amish Flirt
In USA Today bestselling author Rachel J. Good's sweet inspirational romance, the bustling Green Valley Farmer's Market in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania has everything the residents of nearby Amish communities could ever need...including a chance to find love when they least expect! Perfect for fans of Amy Clipston, Wanda E. Brunstetter, and Charlotte Hubbard. Between heavenly homemade bread, irresistible desserts, and stunning crafts, Lancaster, Pennsylvania's Green Valley Farmer's Market provides warm-hearted community--and love's surprising possibilities . . . With her sweet nature and delicate beauty, Rachel Glick attracts boys like bees to a flower--despite her best attempts to discourage them. Downhearted since her beloved brother's death, and isolated as the sole caretaker to her invalid mother, Rachel would welcome the friendship of other girls. But her unfair reputation as a flirt leaves her snubbed. Yet she's only ever loved Josh Yoder, her childhood best friend. Why he distanced himself from her in eighth grade, she'll never understand. And now, though he's been a blessing doing repairs around her farm, he is courting another girl, so there is no going back . . . Josh has been in love with Rachel since he was a boy. But he can never forgive himself for hurting her--or for the reason behind it. He can only do his best to lighten her burdens and hope others see her good heart. Still, the sight of her fills him with fresh longing, much as he tries to focus on his girlfriend and forget the past. Yet when jealousy flares, igniting trouble, they both must look to faith to do what's right--and bring joyous futures for everyone . . .
The House
Have you ever wondered what demons experience when they inhabit the soul of an individual? If you answered "yes" to this question, you are not alone! This captivating and invigorating story takes place in the home (and soul) of Cynthia Copeland, a young woman who is plagued by generational demons. Cynthia's young life takes a tumultuous turn when her father starts touching her inappropriately. Journey with Cynthia, her mother and her brother, Andre as they discover how to navigate the hardships of life, faith and fear. All the same, this brilliantly written story helps you to understand spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view! What does this mean? Author Jasmine Watkins takes you inside The House where you'll meet a lineup of demonic characters, all of whom have their own personalities, assignments and weaknesses. You will get a front row seat to their world, and all that they did to control the young Cynthia. You won't be able to put this book down!
Coincidence
The book in your hands is a novel. This is a novel based on someone's life experiences who has lived in several countries. Although this novel is fictional, the author presents it to you based on the social realities in several countries that the author actually lived.
A Place to Belong
Evelyn's newest boarders are penniless...but God is watching over the Sister Circle.Evelyn Peerbaugh is worried. Once again she has taken in new boarders, but this time she's opened the doors of Peerbaugh Place to women who can't pay a cent for her services. But the bonds of sisterhood are as strong as ever. As Evelyn reaches out to these sisters in need, she discovers that God has a whole new plan for the Sister Circle -- and for her. Evelyn could not have predicted the shock in store for her and Piper."A Place to Belong," Book Four of this charming contemporary series, completes the timeless, heartwarming story of Peerbaugh Place, the quaint Victorian house that becomes a refuge to women of vastly different ages, personalities, and backgrounds. Through struggles and triumphs, the women forge a special bond of sisterhood and come together through faith and love.Books in the Sister Circle series: Book #1: The Sister CircleBook #2: Round the CornerBook #3: An Undivided HeartBook #4: A Place to BelongBook #5 Senior Sisters (coming in Fall 2023)Non-fiction study guide: The Sister Circle HandbookOffshoot book: Eyes of Our HeartWhat next? Enjoy "The Sister Circle Handbook" with your own circle of sisters! Discover your gifts, share activities and outreach ideas, and enjoy the delicious recipes from Peerbaugh Place. Also, to see what's happened to the ladies (and Summer) 15 years later, read "Eyes of Our Heart."
Ruby Among Us
Ruby Among Us examines the power of memory and how it reaches across generations, seeking to be known.Lucy DiCamillo is safely surrounded by her books, music, and art-but none of these reclusive comforts or even the protective efforts of her grandmother, Kitty, can shield her thoughts from the mother she longs to recall. Lucy senses her grandmother holds the key to her lost memories, but Kitty seems as eager to hide the past as Lucy is eager to find it.From the streets of San Francisco and Sacramento to the lush vineyards of the Sonoma Valley, Lucy follows the thread of memory in search of a heritage that seems long-buried with her mother, Ruby. What she finds is as enigmatic and stirring as it is startling in this novel about the powerful bond of mother-daughter-grandmother relationships.
Rose House
Author Tina Ann Forkner tells a vivid story of a private grief, a secret painting, and one woman's search for hope in the second installment of The La Rosaleda Collection. Still mourning the loss of her family in a tragic accident, Lillian Diamon finds herself drawn back to the Rose House, a quiet cottage where four years earlier she poured out her anguish among its fragrant blossoms. She returns to the rolling hills and lush vineyards of the Sonoma Valley in search of something she can't quite name. But then Lillian stumbles onto an unexpected discovery: displayed in the La Rosaleda Gallery is a painting that captures every detail of her most private moment of misery, from the sorrow etched across her face to the sandals on her feet. What kind of artist would dare to intrude on such a personal scene, and how did he happen to witness Lillian's pain? As the mystery surrounding the portrait becomes entangled with her estranged sister and the accident that claimed the lives of her husband and children, Lillian is forced to rethink her assumptions about what really happened that day. A captivating novel rich with detail, Rose House explores how the brushstrokes of pain can illuminate the true beauty of life.
The Ballad of Tul'ran the Sword
This is the first book in the Tul'ran series. It's an origin story for two of the most important characters. This novel might look like a historical fantasy series, but it's much more. Each chapter ends in a cliffhanger. Just when you thought you've found the path the story takes, it turns. Expect the unexpected because the unexpected will take you beyond the realm of fantasy into higher dimensions. To give you any further info would spoil the twists in the book. I'd hate to ruin your surprise. Here is a taste of what you can expect once you turn the pages: Before Abraham, he was. Before Gideon, he judged. After the Flood ravaged the Earth, when humans fought to rebuild a world destroyed by waters roaring from the sky, when evil sought to regain its foothold in the hearts of the people, he came. History did not know him and ancient texts would not record his deeds, but his Ballad hung on the trembling lips of all who whispered his name. Embittered by years of battle and loss, he found his life wanting. Until the scream. A woman's scream that set him on a path to incredible love and unimaginable glory. This is the Ballad of Tul'ran the Sword and the saga of Erianne of Kabolon, an intrepid woman whose courage and buried faith took a warrior from the depths of his torment to a new life. Their sophisticated, dangerous enemies hunt them relentlessly from the shadows as they journey through the deserts and cities of ancient Mesopotamia. The phrase "the night is long and our journey is far" opens the wounds of their hearts and draws them ever closer to the true essence of their souls. Ride with them on sandy dunes under a silver moon, fight with them under a blistering sun, walk with them through the bustling markets of the ancient city of Ur, and fall in love... Order your copy today! Dale has published five more books in the series: A Time, and Times, and Half a Time; Abandon Hope, and Wolf's Den, When the Stars Fall, and Escape and Evade. The seventh book, The Sacrifice, will be published in June 2025. We live in an era which has blurred the lines between reality and creation. None of the words in these novels were created using Artificial Intelligence programs. These words come from the heart, mind, and soul of the author. Please enjoy them.
If I Die Before I Sleep
Though separated by centuries and cultures, two families will be united by one terror.New York, 2010: High school student Sara Riley's suburban life is rocked when she becomes pregnant with her best friend Kyle's baby. However, her struggles have only begun when a rare disease leaves her fighting for survival, love, and the support of her family. Vienna, 1786: Eduard Strobl is a devoted father and businessman, but unbeknownst to him, he is the victim of a maleficent affliction. As his life is torn apart, Eduard's only hope comes from a sympathetic priest, and a state-of-the-art asylum: the Tower of Fools.If I Die Before I Sleep brings you into the heart of two desperate lives in this first full-length literary novel about fatal familial insomnia. Can two restless families bear the burden of this deadly disease? Will Sara live long enough to see her baby? Will Eduard lose everything he holds dear? Find out in this gripping novel by Erick Blore.
Over the Horizon
A most unusual proposal...Alone in 1870s Idaho Territory, Paisley Abbott has nowhere to turn. With no other options, she finds herself consenting to an unconventional, but mutually beneficial agreement.During an unplanned return to his family's farm, prodigal Tyler Shepherdson inherits three orphans. When Tyler finds a woman hiding in the back of his wagon, an idea begins to form and he makes a rash decision that results in perhaps one of the most spontaneous marriages of convenience ever.Despite an unorthodox beginning to their marriage, will Paisley and Tyler trust God as they forge ahead to create a home for three children? Will love arise from a desperate situation?In the first book in the Horizon Series, travel to the late 1800s to the town of Horizon in the Idaho Territory with a cast of unforgettable characters, journeys of faith, and abundant humor.Available now, the newest series by the author of the Wyoming Sunrise, Love Letters from Ellis Creek, and Montana Skies Christian Historical Romance Series.
Without Christ
Mother Hattie is getting on in years and worried about her family's future. Her niece Kim and others are forsaking Christ with unhealthy ways, and Mother Hattie is praying for them to see the light. After a final family reunion, the stage is set for the mysterious Mr. Redbone to make a fateful appearance...
Christ's Reign and the Last Harvest
The Tribulation is past, and Satan has been cast into hell for a thousand-year sentence, as prophesied in the Bible. Christ, in His resurrected body, rules from Jerusalem over the resurrected of the ages and the mortal survivors of the Tribulation. The people of the earth begin a thousand-year victory celebration, delighting in what should have been from the beginning, on a regenerated Earth.Mortal lifespans are increased-humanity has no fear of savage animals, crime, disease, starvation. The Spirit of God courses through every mind. Children are born to the mortals, and the earth is repopulated. But these new generations, free of Satan, still have free will. They still feel the temptations of the flesh and of the world to beguile, bend, break their relationship with their Father, and the Holy Book warns of Satan's final return, the last gathering of his people, and war upon the earth.How will good people of free will protect their faith against the unknown strategies and wiles of an enraged Satan? Can rebellious mortal minds be turned back to God before Satan is freed to make his last stand? Who will be among Christ's last harvest?
The Baptism
When will the King be revealed? When will He start His campaign?Elric examined the war map. A large black cloud rose up out of Jerusalem and moved toward Bethlehem. He shook his head with one hand half-covering his eyes. Unthinkable horrors moved across the map. There would be no stopping the wave of destruction about to wash over the Judean countryside.In The Birth, the first book in the Cross Intents trilogy, the angel captain Elric hides the location of the King's birth. Now all the spiritual forces know the King has taken on flesh. Mortal flesh. In The Baptism, Elric must protect the King from the merciless devastation unleashed by a relentless enemy until He is old enough to begin His campaign. The mission in the Middle Realm remains a mystery, but the dangers in the Physical Realm are very real.
The Baptism
When will the King be revealed? When will He start His campaign?Elric examined the war map. A large black cloud rose up out of Jerusalem and moved toward Bethlehem. He shook his head with one hand half-covering his eyes. Unthinkable horrors moved across the map. There would be no stopping the wave of destruction about to wash over the Judean countryside.In The Birth, the first book in the Cross Intents trilogy, the angel captain Elric hides the location of the King's birth. Now all the spiritual forces know the King has taken on flesh. Mortal flesh. In The Baptism, Elric must protect the King from the merciless devastation unleashed by a relentless enemy until He is old enough to begin His campaign.The mission in the Middle Realm remains a mystery, but the dangers in the Physical Realm are very real.
Solomon's Porch
Time. Solomon is running out of it. A broken and forgotten man fighting the demons of dementia, he longs for the past when both he and his beloved military town of Ginger Ridge once thrived. When his stooped body collides with the hardened realities of the present, Solomon lies in a coma as an unidentifiable victim of a hit-and-run accident in a faraway city. With nothing to keep him going but flashbacks of relationships from his past, Solomon has no idea what a difference he will make on the future ...
A Place to Belong
Evelyn's newest boarders are penniless...but God is watching over the Sister Circle.Evelyn Peerbaugh is worried. Once again she has taken in new boarders, but this time she's opened the doors of Peerbaugh Place to women who can't pay a cent for her services. But the bonds of sisterhood are as strong as ever. As Evelyn reaches out to these sisters in need, she discovers that God has a whole new plan for the Sister Circle -- and for her. Evelyn could not have predicted the shock in store for her and Piper."A Place to Belong," Book Four of this charming contemporary series, completes the timeless, heartwarming story of Peerbaugh Place, the quaint Victorian house that becomes a refuge to women of vastly different ages, personalities, and backgrounds. Through struggles and triumphs, the women forge a special bond of sisterhood and come together through faith and love.Books in the Sister Circle series: Book #1: The Sister CircleBook #2: Round the CornerBook #3: An Undivided HeartBook #4: A Place to BelongBook #5 Senior Sisters (coming in Fall 2023)Non-fiction study guide: The Sister Circle HandbookOffshoot book: Eyes of Our HeartWhat next? Enjoy "The Sister Circle Handbook" with your own circle of sisters! Discover your gifts, share activities and outreach ideas, and enjoy the delicious recipes from Peerbaugh Place. Also, to see what's happened to the ladies (and Summer) 15 years later, read "Eyes of Our Heart."
The Princess In The Harlot
The Princess In the Harlot is a story of discovery. Sarah David never really knew what it was like to be part of a family or to be wanted and loved. Street life and prostitution were all she ever knew and the only way she had of supporting herself. Little did she know that deliverance was coming and a divine appointment was coming and she would meet the Father who would never leave her nor forsake her but show her His unconditional love and she would discover her true identity as a child of God; a Princess. Other people saw her and looked at her as if she were trash but the Father saw beauty, and as His special treasure; His princess. Even her name denotes her true identity. In Hebrew Sarah means princess and her last name, David, means beloved. Will Sarah finally find the Father and His unconditional love? "Like a lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters." (Song of Solomon 1:14)
Home for the Heart
By 1901, new elaborate Harvey House resort hotels have been built along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, and Fred Harvey's legacy is carried on by his sons. Twenty-year-old Liz Gilbertson, orphaned as a child, yearns to find her real father's family. After being jilted by her fianc矇, she decides to become a Harvey Girl to give her life direction. When Michael McKey, the youngest son of a prominent Boston Banker, moves to Topeka to work as an accountant for Liz's adopted father at the AT&SF office, her life takes a definite positive shift. Liz and Michael are drawn to each other, but can she rival the women of his social status? Will Liz find a home for her heart?
Intertwined
Bethany, Mississippi, is a quaint, step-back-in-time type of town, where its only protection is the symbolic white picket fences. But even small communities have big secrets. Even the perfect family. And their white picket fences can't protect them from the tragedies that lurk around the corner. When a mysterious stranger saves a young girl from drowning in a secluded river, the question rises is he trustworthy or not? Where did he come from? Why does he keep hanging around the twelve-year-old girl he saved? This tight-knit community is connected by more than their zip code. Their lives and secrets are woven into a tapestry of heartache and pain. As life unravels, there is a common thread that holds them all together. It's their decision to grab onto it or let it choke them. What other secrets are they hiding? Are any worth killing or dying for? What readers are saying about IntertwinedLoved the book! It kept me interested the whole time I was reading it and I never lost interest!!! Love that it was somewhat mysterious and gripping yet not too complicated to follow!!! It was very twisty which I appreciated. I didn't see several things coming until I read it. I enjoyed the mystery of the story and could see it throughout the pages. This is a well written 'journey of life' that gives the reader a chance to relax and enjoy the journey while still giving a taste of mystery. Excellent still describes this novel, but the genre has changed. Eric messaged me that others had described this book as a mystery or a family saga. I don't argue with either, but I choose to say "Christian fiction a la early Frank Peretti." Mr Suddoth weaves a many-faceted, many-layered story but does so magnificently. The reader never loses track as the narrative skips back and forth. INTERTWINED may well refer to his ability to keep the story going and the reader never getting lost.
The Retreat
This story begins when Edmund Cyrus, a retired journalist, receives an unexpected phone call from a lawyer with unusual news: Cyrus's "Uncle Hank" has died and left a small estate. The lawyer states he needs to explain it in person. Cyrus figures he will be given a check or a deed to an old musty house somewhere in New England. He never expected any major change to his life. In person, the lawyer tells Cyrus that he represents the Heritage Retreat a few miles away in the village of New Castleton--and that Cyrus's uncle owned a room in that facility, which was now Cyrus's inheritance. The retreat, he learns, was an old monastery from the early 1800's that was later converted to a boarding school. Still years later, a foundation acquired the building and sold individual rooms to people wanting to use their space however they wished. When Cyrus visits the inherited room, he discovers an incomplete manuscript his Uncle Hank had been working on. Moved to finish it, he discovers that the life of the ancient King David provides multiple lessons for enriching his life and improving the lives of others.
The Retreat
This story begins when Edmund Cyrus, a retired journalist, receives an unexpected phone call from a lawyer with unusual news: Cyrus's "Uncle Hank" has died and left a small estate. The lawyer states he needs to explain it in person. Cyrus figures he will be given a check or a deed to an old musty house somewhere in New England. He never expected any major change to his life. In person, the lawyer tells Cyrus that he represents the Heritage Retreat a few miles away in the village of New Castleton--and that Cyrus's uncle owned a room in that facility, which was now Cyrus's inheritance. The retreat, he learns, was an old monastery from the early 1800's that was later converted to a boarding school. Still years later, a foundation acquired the building and sold individual rooms to people wanting to use their space however they wished. When Cyrus visits the inherited room, he discovers an incomplete manuscript his Uncle Hank had been working on. Moved to finish it, he discovers that the life of the ancient King David provides multiple lessons for enriching his life and improving the lives of others.
Open Lens
May the eyes of your heart be enlightened to know... (Ephesians 1:18).As the eyes of the heart open, what truths will be revealed? Although Alyssa Nelson chose nursing for her profession, she hasn't found a cure for her broken heart. Photographing nature in her off-hours takes her mind off her pain. However, the photos she captures in her camera's memory card can't replace the memory of her heartache and regrets. When Alyssa comes face-to-face with her past, she is thrown into police investigations, mystery, intrigue, and a touch of fun. The truth comes into focus as Alyssa's heart opens to God's healing, yet will she make the same mistakes she made before, or will she choose a new beginning?
The Weevil Strategies
Whether we want it or not, whether we believe it or not, every one of us is engaged in a spiritual battle. Evil is smart. It doesn't come at us with temptations clearly labeled "evil." It quietly plays to our fears. It slyly preys on our desires. "The Weevil Strategies" playfully turns the lights on some seriously dark attempts to ruin our lives. By becoming aware of the strategies of our spiritual enemy, we are empowered to overcome all that would keep us from living to the max of freedom, joy, and fruitfulness.
The Encounters of Quintas Livius
Quintas Livius, a Roman tax clerk, finds himself a hunted man after filing an investigative report on a rash of disturbances in Galilee surrounding a supposed miracle worker named Jesus. In the wake of Jesus's crucifixion, the authorities in Jerusalem must squelch a brewing rebellion over what has come to be seen as a rushed execution of a genuine prophet. Because of his report, which had been submitted prior to Jesus's trial, Quin becomes a prime object of that post-crucifixion cover-up. During his investigation, Quin had unknowingly become entangled in an anti-Jesus conspiracy--an entanglement severed only after Quin got thrown together with a group of Jesus followers and an itinerant merchant trying to make money off those followers. Among the people Quin meets are a man who worked at a wedding feast in Cana and a young girl who carries a rope she said was used to lower a man through a roof to be healed by Jesus. The report Quin eventually submits will subject him to the wrath of a ruling establishment seeking to eliminate any evidence that it might have known the truth of Jesus before condemning him. But as he flees for his safety, Quin encounters the risen Jesus and learns the truth behind all the strange circumstances he investigated.
Second Home
It's beginning to look like Christmas in Chinkapin, but Laurie has her eyes set on an early spring wedding - if only she and Chase can set a date, find rings, and agree on the reception. And after blowing her budget on a Christmas present for Chase, Laurie can't afford a wedding dress. Was her idea for the perfect gift a mistake? Normally friend Mary is full of advice, but this time she's letting Laurie sink or swim on her own. Meanwhile, Laurie and Chase are excited about the old house they're buying near the Coffee Pot caf矇. It gets more exciting when Laurie finds a mysterious box in a secret compartment in one of the closets. All she needs is the key, and keys are turning up everywhere. Another mystery Laurie wants to solve is why Evelyn is so darned annoying. She bosses the volunteers at the Treasure Chest around like she owns the place, and not just at the thrift shop, but at St. Mark's as well. Maybe Evelyn has deeper connections to the church than Laurie realized. But what's this? Firestrucks stopping in front of the church? The whole town proves full of surprises in this third book in the Chinkapin series. Get acquainted with Chinkapin! Hidden Treasure (Chinkapin series book 1) Meet Laurie, who moves to Chinkapin from "up north" to get away from her ex, and her memories. She finds plenty to distract her in Chinkapin, including two cute guys, a new job, and a home away from home at St. Mark's and the Treasure Chest Thrift Shop. Things get interesting when a real treasure is donated to the shop. But which cute guy is really a creep? And what do they both know that they aren't saying? Finders Keepers (Chinkapin series book 2) Laurie is sure of her heart now, and she knows what she wants. So why all the suspicion when a couple of unfamiliar faces are seen around town? Another interesting items comes into the Treasure Chest, but no one knows how to tell if it's worth anything or worthless. And why can't one of her co-workers at the thrift shop just dry up and blow away? Laurie chases a hunch, and her desire for a new home, across three counties, but it takes a new friend and an old one to help her discover the truth.
Missionary To Mars
Eustis Grimes, an idealistic cyber-nerd, has to go on the run when his best friends are murdered by the evil Admiral Strafe for their faith. Eustis is thrust into a Solar System where just the mention of outlawed ideas can get you killed in a dozen creative ways.Since he has no ship, no money, and no connections, he is forced to sneak aboard a rattle-beaten freighter of smugglers as they set out into the wild black yonder. He embarks armed with stubbornness and an unstoppable drive to share the gospel with the Solar System before Admiral Strafe finds him.This unabashedly Christian sci-fi novel mixes humorous characters with poignant themes to create a message of hope, faith, and love that blends seamlessly into a grand space adventure. Missionary To Mars is a family-friendly novel even die-hard science fiction fans will love. What readers are saying: "This Christian Sci-fi book is filled with dangerous threats, dozens of comedic moments, and even a little romance sprinkled in along the way.""Lucas Kitchen brings that spiritual warfare to life and sets it among the stars. I look forward to the next books in the series.""Missionary to Mars helped remind me that the gospel is important enough to risk your life for. As this captivating sci-fi story shows, the gospel can change a life and a whole city.""This book could actually be a great long-form gospel tract to an unbeliever who loves science fiction books but would never read a three-page tract or have a three-page conversation on the gospel.""Made me cry and rejoice and I couldn't stop reading.""Can't wait till the next book in the series."Go, therefore and make disciples of all planets."Full of action, was clean, and had a good message.""This book was really good. It was full of action and well developed characters and was clean and had a good message. Can't wait till the next book in the series.""Believing himself to be the last Christian alive, Eustis is determined to bring the Gospel to the far reaches... The result of his efforts made me cry and rejoice and I couldn't stop reading... Excellent world-building and relatable characters make this story enjoyable and meaningful to read.""Missionary to Mars greatly surpassed my expectations.""You're bound to enjoy the journey of a missionary to Mars and even be inspired along the way to be bold in how you share Christ."
Isaac Unbound
Isaac Unbound is a work of fiction that fills in the details of the life and character of biblical Isaac. People read about Isaac in Gen 17:4--28:9, and conclude he is passive and not an independent thinker. Isaac is not the iconoclast or spiritual pioneer as was his father, Abraham. He is not the scheming activist that his son, Jacob, became. As a result of his near sacrifice by his father, he evolves into a sensitive, caring, understanding person who reaches out to reconcile with his brother Ishmael, with the Philistine king Abimelech, and works to align his values with his actions. Isaac Unbound develops out of the author's imagination as well as drawing on interpretations of ancient rabbis. The book raises questions about interpersonal reconciliation in a non-didactic way. It encourages heartfelt seeking by contemporary readers.
The Prodigal Daughter
"The Prodigal Daughter: A Story of Redemption and Forgiveness" is a powerful tale of one woman's journey from leaving the comfort and safety of her home, to the alluring and dangerous City of Sin. The main character, a young woman, experiences the highs of living the high life but soon finds herself falling from grace and hitting rock bottom. But through the struggles, she finds the road to redemption and ultimately returns home to confront her past, make amends, and rebuild relationships.The book is a moving and thought-provoking story of one person's quest to find forgiveness, both from others and from herself. The main character finds the strength to forgive and be forgiven and ultimately to start over with the help of the power of love and the support of her family. The novel explores the themes of the price of forgiveness and the true meaning of family, as well as the strength of faith and the road to healing.This novel is a reminder that no matter how far one strays, there is always the possibility of redemption and the gift of second chances. The Prodigal Daughter's legacy is a powerful reminder of the journey to wholeness and the importance of forgiveness in creating a meaningful life. It is a story that will resonate with readers of all ages who have struggled with the challenges of forgiveness, redemption, and the search for inner peace.
Muskoka Shores
Serena Williamson loves working at Muskoka Shores, the fancy resort on Lake Muskoka, and making couples dreams come true. But after returning from a celebrity wedding to find her own hopes crumbling to dust, she sets out for self-improvement, and to prove her ex was wrong. But when a misunderstanding concerning the new assistant church minister leads to more self-doubt, can she ever really trust a man again?Joel Wakefield is looking forward to a fresh start for himself and his sister in this beautiful small town beside Lake Muskoka. He hadn't counted on meeting a curvy cutie with a gift for hospitality and a gracious heart. Can he show her that it's what is inside that truly counts?
Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes
Have you ever wondered who your little ones are looking up to? Who they are, what they stand for, and so many other things? In today's world, our children are being influenced by many "idols" or "heroes" that are not necessarily the best role models for them. There are some really great influential people that are famous that are great role models for our children, but there are many that are not. Just because a person is not famous through the public eye, does not mean he or she can't be a good role model for our children. This children's book encourages children to look at heroes, or role models to look up to, all around them in everyday life. Firefighters that save lives from burning buildings, emergency room nurses that save lives from tragic accidents, next-door neighbors that deliver food when a young mother has just birthed her first born child, little girls setting up a lemonade stand on the street to sell Girl Scout cookies that go to a good cause, and so many more people that are in our everyday lives that go above and beyond their normal job or duties for the day to lend out a helping hand to make a difference in our lives are everyday heroes. So, this book encourages not only children to look up to the proper role models, but for parents to train up a child in the way, he or she should go, as the Bible teaches us to do. And, ultimately the hero that we should want to model after, and be more like every single day is the one who gave his life for us, Jesus.
And So By Fire
In the highly-anticipated sequel to the best-selling novel, What Can't Be Hidden, Thura awakens from a forbidden simulation deemed illegal by The Coalescence-a powerful hacking group that has overthrown the government on the island of Pangea. As Thura delves deeper into The Coalescence's dark agenda, she confronts the harsh reality that her ideals and convictions alone may not be enough to challenge their control over the people. In a race against time, she must rediscover her own humanity and overcome her deepest fears to ignite a revolution that will forever alter the fate of the island. And So By Fire is a timely and thought-provoking allegory, delving into themes of disinformation, deepfakes, artificial intelligence, and the elusive search for truth and humanity in a world of manipulation. With a gripping plot and complex characters, this must-read novel offers profound insights into the intricate workings of our modern society
