Exsolvo
Matthew Lawrence Malone's short stories tell so much in a short time. "Exsolvo: Solve Your Fantasy (book #1)" is a must read. People have been curious to know what is in the mind of this Psychologist, Educator, Deacon, Martial Artist, Scholar, Comedian, Believer?...Well, to know, you just have to read. So much in such an intriguing book. How did he overcome his challenges? How has he become successful? So many answers hidden within his created stories for you to discover. Search and you will find, amazing treasures! Matt's short stories range from topics you couldn't imagine, to familiar places you will call home. A must read. Simply, you have to take the first step in the journey and you will be opening doors and meeting friends you wish you had met years ago. Thank goodness, it's not too late. Read the stories now while they're on the bookshelves. Hidden symbolism from Egypt, Buddhism, Aikido, and Christianity make his stories unmatched in depth and breadth of possibilities. Read one story. Your mind will never be the same. New doors opened. New neurons connected and sparked. See the world like you have never seen it before. But, first, you must read. Matt has been writing since he was 5 years old and has not stopped since. An amazing journey has taken him to this point, and now he is opening the door to his discoveries. This first book is merely the tip of the iceberg of imagination, creativity, and discovery FOR YOURSELF, as you also are entertained through amazing stories taking readers as high as the farthest star, all the way to the dirt of Earth and the Moon, through war and battles, and back home (eating delicious meals in a way no one has ever experienced), then re-energized leading to hidden places of peace and love, and then growing in order to battle again and take on the world (finding fame and fortune). In a way that NO ONE HAS EVER SEEN BEFORE. How? You'll have to read. LUCKY YOU! Also, find the artwork inspired by the book. Where? Just type his name into the mechanism you are using.
A Week with Joshua
Inspired by Bill Martin Jr.'s friendship and writing, Lee Jenkins wrote the day by day account of Joshua and the historical battle of Jericho. Parents who have read Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Chicka, Chicka, Boom, Boom to their children will recognize the influence Bill Martin Jr. had on Lee Jenkins' writing. The aim of the Bible Patterns for Young Readers series is to make learning to read so joyful and painless that children forget how they learned to read, but the stories so powerful they are remembered for life. Through the reading of A Week with Joshua: The Battle of Jericho children learn the days of the week, laugh at the Jim Chansler 7 cartoon priests blowing their trumpets, search for the slight change made to Jericho each day, enjoy the around and around and around climaxed by the walls tumbling down, and begin to understand that God has surprising plans for all of us.
The Movie Chair
The Movie Chair is the story of a caring little chair in a movie theater who is particularly fond of the weekends when children come to the theater. This delightful chair takes great pleasure in hiding coins in her cushions so that the children can buy snacks, poking rude adults with her spring, and being involved in many other weekend calamities.When all seems well, adversity strikes when the movie theater is remodeled, and the chair finds herself learning a new lesson on a different adventure than she ever expected. But things have a way of working themselves out by having faith. I know that The Movie Chair will reach children and touch many hearts.
A Day with Jesus
A Day with Jesus: The Story of Zacchaeus is a book for beginning readers that uses patterned language to retell the historical story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. The inspiration for this book and other patterned books for young readers comes from Lee Jenkins' friendship and inpiration from Bill Martin Jr., author of Brown, Bear, Brown Bear and 300 other books for children. The book requires a child partnership with a parent, other adult or older child. The book is read out loud several times to the beginning reader and gradually this child reads the book back with the same speed, voice inflection and pauses as the adult. Further, because patterns cannot tell the whole story, the adult fills in details from the complete story in the Bible.
The Flying Torah Activity Book #3
The goal of the Jewish Christian Discovery Center (JCDC) is to reduce prejudice and anti-Jewish thoughts by educating Christians and Jews about their shared religious traditions. Our aim is the realization that we are all "spiritual siblings" connected by the Bible, shared history, and most significantly through our expressions of faith. The biblical message of "Love Your Neighbor As Yourself" is our primary message.Each activity book has an accompanying storybook and is part of our growing series of fun and informative children's books. The Flying Torah Activity Book #3 is a companion to The Flying Torah storybook. It contains coloring pages featuring the original story, a maze, word find, and fun writing activities that encourage young readers to be a part of the story.
Sadiq and Hooyo’s Drum
Sadiq is looking forward to being a drummer in the school band when he's old enough. When Hooyo shows Sadiq a family heirloom--a drum called a durbaan--Sadiq can't wait to show his mother's drum to his friends at school. His new friend Gabi, who's deaf, shares his love of drums. But then a mishap occurs with Hooyo's durbaan. How will Sadiq explain it to Hooyo, and can he make things right?
Tickle Tickle My Feather Friend
Tickle Tickle is a big beautiful white feather who lives on a cloud way up in the sky. He has so much love and compassion for all of God's children on Planet Earth and travels here daily to make sure everyone is safe. Who do you think is lost and crying in the park? Author Elizabeth Howard continues to write exciting, wonderful and inspiring books that are so good you will find it difficult to put them down. Her new children's book Tickle Tickle will touch your heart, your imagination and all of your emotions. Enjoy the journey with Tickle Tickle. Doug Thompson, President BDS Productions Abilene, Kansas Author Bio: A resident of Pottsboro, Texas for twenty two years, Elizabeth Howard is a lady that always has a smile on her face and will talk to you no matter color of skin or station in life. She is an author of two other books, Tickle Tickle Your Steps are Ordered, and Tickle Tickle Feathers Travel. She is a wife, mom, grandmother and to many more, a good friend. After writing her last book she wanted to bring Tickle Tickle to life.
Tickle Tickle My Feather Friend
Tickle Tickle is a big beautiful white feather who lives on a cloud way up in the sky. He has so much love and compassion for all of God's children on Planet Earth and travels here daily to make sure everyone is safe. Who do you think is lost and crying in the park? Author Elizabeth Howard continues to write exciting, wonderful and inspiring books that are so good you will find it difficult to put them down. Her new children's book Tickle Tickle will touch your heart, your imagination and all of your emotions. Enjoy the journey with Tickle Tickle. Doug Thompson, President BDS Productions Abilene, Kansas Author Bio: A resident of Pottsboro, Texas for twenty two years, Elizabeth Howard is a lady that always has a smile on her face and will talk to you no matter color of skin or station in life. She is an author of two other books, Tickle Tickle Your Steps are Ordered, and Tickle Tickle Feathers Travel. She is a wife, mom, grandmother and to many more, a good friend. After writing her last book she wanted to bring Tickle Tickle to life.
Repeat Pete
A laugh-out-loud imaginative story to teach the effects of tale-telling, Repeat Pete, will have you on the edge of your seat. Petey Pete loves to listen to music through his headphones, but he forgets to take them off when he goes out to play. He wants to hang out with his friends but doesn't understand their wild stories. Sheep wearing ties, pies for thighs, zebras drinking tea, pirates at a ballet? An unintended game of telephone gone wrong, Petey repeats what he hears, only to realize he heard it all wrong. An out-of-this-world story, Repeat Pete is sure to have you giggling and thinking before you speak.Noelani Putirka and Alexia Lozano, the award-winning team and creators of Octopus Dave Farts a Heart, and Scary Rocks, craft another perfect gift for any occasion. Teaching social/emotional lessons with heart and humor, the lively illustrations of Repeat Pete will delightfully ignite your imagination.
I’m Just a Little Flower
Experience life through the eyes of a little flower!
What If Jesus had a Babysitter?
What if Jesus had a babysitter? But, what if you were His babysitter chosen to live with Him for half a day? Would you change your life temporarily now that there is a kid in your presence that you want to have a positive influence on, or come across as an excellent babysitter to the parents and the minute they leave be a bad babysitter to the kid? Be careful to show hospitality to strangers, even those who are considered "the least of these," for in doing so, you have entertained angels or Jesus without knowing it. This children's book will let you relive those outrageous moments of a babysitter's part-time job, but with Jesus as the kid, that will take you through the miracles of Jesus while teaching you key lessons from the Bible in a fun way. As you'll experience what it must have been like for Jesus as a boy through the eyes of a babysitter who has been given the responsibility of supervising 5-year-old Jesus when His guardians are unable to watch Him, either in their own home. While you'll be taken through the duties that include providing transportation to and from kid Jesus' extracurricular activities, preparing basic meals, and keeping Jesus company with games and other entertainment - all for a couple of bucks with some huge change in the end.
Therapeutic LAE-LAH
LAE-LAH (Layla) is a story character that has a heart-shaped body because she is filled with love; she has big ears because she really wants to listen; and she has long arms to extend a loving and caring hug. Children experience a wide array of feelings, thoughts, and emotions. With the implementation of Scriptural guidance, LAE-LAH (Layla) helps children effectively address these concerns.
My Mama is a Devi
"Celebrating Female Empowerment Through Motherhood"This beautifully illustrated South Asian Children's book is about the love and admiration a child has for their Mama. It is a reminder to Mamas everywhere that they are resilient and powerful like our Devis.About the Author: Kirtie Devi Persaud is an American born Indian Author. She has a Master of Science Degree in Curriculum and Instruction (FIU'18) and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (UCF'14) with 5 years of classroom teaching experience. "My Mama is a Devi" is her debut book as an author. Kirtie hopes to inspire, educate, and uplift her readers through her words.Follow her on Instagram @KirtieDeviPersaud for the latest updates on her books.About the Illustrators: QBN Studios is a small Illustration studio located in Vernon, Connecticut. Owners Quynh Nguyen and Christopher MacCoy are passionate about helping authors fulfill their dreams and bring their words to life. QBN Studio's goal is to create an immersive experience for their audiences, to tumble headfirst into imaginary worlds.Follow them on Instagram @qbnstudios for the latest updates on illustrations, books, and other projects.
Saint Joseph
Joshua is a seven-year-old foster child who moves in with the Martin family. They seem really nice, yet Joshua isn't sure if his new parents can love him as much as their biological children. With his new brother and sister, Luke and Becca, Joshua goes on a special journey to meet Saint Joseph at the time of Jesus' birth.Can Saint Joseph teach Joshua, Luke, and Becca a lesson about love and adoption?Will Joshua ever fit in with his new family?
What Color Is God?
This book answers the question we have all wondered at times: "What color is God?" The answer is clearly found in the Bible and explained in this simple story, which is told in a children's Sunday school setting. It's so simple it will make you wonder why we haven't all seen it before.No matter what your age, you will enjoy this story, and finally you'll know the answer to the question "What color is God?"
Sam and the Sticky Situation
Sam has figured out a way to get what he wants when he wants it--he whines. In fact, it works so well that he's started whining more and more to get his way. Not only does Sam's mother give into his whining very quickly--he learned how to whine from her. But Sam finds himself in quite the sticky situation when his whining leads him to being covered with cotton candy and stuck on the top of a Ferris wheel!All parents want their children to whine less, but few notice that they might have a problem with whining too. Best-selling author Ginger Hubbard, along with Al Roland, help families think about whining with a silly story that will not only make them laugh, but will also encourage them to see how whining stems from a heart that wants things more than God. The parent resource page at the end of Sam and the Sticky Situation: A Book about Whining presents a biblical framework and practical suggestions to help children understand why they whine and to learn a better way of expressing themselves.Children will love the story with its bright, fun illustrations, and along the way will learn that there are better ways than whining to communicate.Sam and the Sticky Situation is part of the new Teaching Children to Use Their Words Wisely series.
Three Days of Prayer
Lyle Lee Jenkins is the author of over 30 books ranging from school improvement, math education, and early reader books. A former school superintendent and educator, he is passionate about equipping educators and parents with practical tools that excite children about learning and reading. Lyle Lee lives in Scottsdale, Arizona and enjoys traveling, speaking as an educational consultant, and engaging in a vibrant church community. Jim Chansler is a retired public-school educator who lives in Yuba City, California. Jim taught art and music prior to retirement. He has illustrated many of the books in this series. Adrienne Gain is the editor for the Bible Patterns for Young Readers series. She specializes in early childhood development and lives in Arizona with her husband and two daughters.For more information or to contact Dr. Jenkins, visit www.LyleLeeJenkins.com.
Grayson’s Ghost
Grayson's Ghost is a heart-warming tale about a little boy's journey of receiving, recognizing, and responding to the Holy Ghost. It is the ultimate LDS baptism gift for boys. This book teaches readers about the specific roles the Holy Ghost fills and how to apply these two prophetic statements: "In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost."President Russell M. Nelson"The Holy Ghost is the greatest gift we can receive in mortality."President Wilford WoodruffNearly everyone gets their ghost when they turn eight, but no one can see anyone else's ghost. Grayson is afraid of ghosts and is determined to learn to recognize them before his birthday so he can stop his ghost from scaring him.Grayson asks all his loved ones, "how do you recognize your ghost?" As he learns about all the wonderful things your ghost can do for you, he changes his mind. Grayson desperately wants his ghost. But when his birthday comes and goes, he still can't see his ghost.He continues his investigation, but now he is asking questions, not to help hide from his ghost, but to help find him. The result is a touching revelation that will change Grayson forever.Most children are excited about their baptism but know very little about the Holy Ghost.GRAYSON'S GHOST is the ultimate LDS baptism gift for boys because it will help your child or grandchild get even more excited to receive the gift of the Holy Ghost than they are for their baptism.There is also a girl's version: GRACIE'S GHOST, that makes the ultimate LDS baptism gift for girls. Both books are also available in Spanish: FANTASMA DE GRACIE, and FANTASMA DE GRAYSON.The book also includes a list of sources, questions, and coloring pages that teach how the Holy Ghost performs each of these roles. Together, they make an excellent resource for parents to initiate faith-building conversations with their children.
Two Weeks with Paul
Inspired by Bill Martin Jr.'s friendship and writing, Lee Jenkins writes the story of Paul and his very dangerous trip from Crete to the Island of Malta. The watercolors by Todd Jenkins in Two Weeks with Paul: A Shipwreck capture the danger, tension and fear on board the ship. The happy ending on Malta is exciting for all. The Bible Patterns for Young Readers series is unique among Bible stories for children because they are written for beginning readers, ages 4-7. After parents, other adults or older children read the books to young children, they will pick up the patterns and read the book for themselves.
My ABC’s To Know God, Jesus and The Holy Ghost
This distinctive book makes personal growth in God's word easy and enjoyable. My ABC's To Know God, Jesus and The Holy Ghost provides excellent Bible-based materials in order to introduce Christian values to your child/children. It lays a solid foundation inspired by God. So turn to any letter and let your journey begin.
Uncle Martin’s Porch Tales
Rejoin Uncle Martin and the children in this series as they encounter new neighbors in their small Smoky Mountain community. Uncle Martin joins the children during their school break and imparts wisdom about their new neighbors. Jesus said to love our neighbor as ourselves. This is a charming story for all ages and offers hope for your community.
Uncle Martin’s Porch Tales
Rejoin Uncle Martin and the children in this series as they encounter new neighbors in their small Smoky Mountain community. Uncle Martin joins the children during their school break and imparts wisdom about their new neighbors. Jesus said to love our neighbor as ourselves. This is a charming story for all ages and offers hope for your community.
Blessings With Love
Poetically sweet, this tender-hearted children's book provides a beautiful prayer over any child's life. The fruit of the spirit is wonderfully woven throughout this story's loving words. This prayer is full of blessings that one hopes for their child to thrive and live their very best life.A lovely gift and resource for: Children of all agesTeaching the value and power of prayerBaby showers, births and christeningsChildren's ministrySpiritual teachingVirtue education and literacy
The Promise
The Promise by Suzanne Pollock invites the reader to live a night of adventure that the world now views as a forever night. Isaac and Jacob, two young shepherds take us with them to relive their night duty in the hills above Bethlehem. Guarding their flock of sixty ewes and lambs is a dangerous challenge on a regular night, but this night is a terrifying surprise. The brothers don't understand what they are seeing, so have to depend on one another, and work to keep themselves and the sheep alive. On this confusing, but beautiful night the reader will see the story their Grandfather told them come to life in The Promise.
Call Me Mattaniah
We meet Matty as a young Jewish shepherd with a very special opportunity to care for a particular lamb. Every shepherd in his family knows that each special lamb foreshadows a Messiah, and Matty experiences firsthand that reality through the birth of a Baby. It is enough to have him change the name everyone uses for him.When he grows up, this Jewish shepherd meets One who can change, not his name, but his life and his future. Such love this Man has for the world that He is willing to die for all who will believe in Him!How will the Jewish shepherd respond?
A Letter to Judas
Written from the perspective of an unforeseen character, A Letter to Judas is a highly relatable story about humility, raw emotions, mercy, and perseverance.With God's grace, this letter can be a means of transformation as you discover your own unique call to greatness.
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Donald the Knight is an African American male in elementary school. Like millions of children his age, he is attempting to navigate his environment while staying true to his Christian beliefs. His superpower is his ability to represent Christ through his daily lifestyle at an age where many of his peers are embarrassed or too afraid. The theme of being a Knight refers to the concept of living with honor and integrity when it is not the popular thing to do. "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made!" is the title of the first book from our 3-part series. Donald is being bullied at school during recess by some of his peers for being slim and physically underdeveloped. Once home from school, his mother reminds him that he is made in the image of God and that he must find his identity in that reality. (Psalms 139)
May Your Vision Be True
There are moments that change a kid's life forever.Before Sheena Meyer ever saw the archangel save her father. Before the strangest night of her life in the field, witnessing a battle between angels and the Murk. Before she found out she had to die...There was a vision.Sheena didn't know it, but that vision would determine her future.Sheena thought she knew how things worked-things like figuring out middle school and how to be a teenager. But most thirteen-year-olds didn't know about dark hope-stealing forces or the secrets below a city.Sheena comes from a long line of gleamers, and that's okay. But now she's having visions that are leading to something big-a future she doesn't want to see come to pass.All Sheena wants is a break from it all, to spend time with friends and enjoy her last year of middle school, and a life without danger.But first, she has to convince the angels.Join Sheena and her Gleamer Squad in this thrilling seventh book in the Sheena Meyer series and consider the consequences of losing your vision.May your vision be true, gleamers.Start reading today!
A Letter to Judas
Written from the perspective of an unforeseen character, A Letter to Judas is a highly relatable story about humility, raw emotions, mercy, and perseverance.With God's grace, this letter can be a means of transformation as you discover your own unique call to greatness.
In the Beginning...God
Let there be LIGHT! The first four words God spoke to set in motion the beginning of His wonderful creation.From the tiniest flower to faraway planets, children and adults alike have marveled at thebreathtaking beauty and intricacies of God's divine workmanship. God saw the darkness that stretched far and wide, beyond what your eyes could see. "Let there be light!" God said with a shout."Make it shine as bright as can be!" With playful rhymes and brilliant illustrations, In the Beginning...God celebrates each day ofcreation while reminding all God's children of their role in His magnificentone of a kind design. Then at last, it was complete, and time for God to rest. "Before I do," God said with a smile, "I have this one request: "
Jesus, Do You Know How To Whisper?
Does Jesus know how to whisper? This is the big question that Frog, Giraffe, Turtle, Bird, and Butterfly all want to know. Desperate to know, they bring their question to the only One who can answer their question. So can He? Read on to find out what the animal friends discover!
Color Me
Color Me: I Fell Asleep in a Suitcase is a 23-page, fully-illustrated children's coloring book introducing the subject of mission work to small children. With parents reading the adventures of Farber to their children and the added value of the child being able to color the pictures themselves, positive thoughts will be impressed regarding the good work done through such efforts. At the end of the book, a parent or teacher will find discussion questions that will help reinforce the learning.
When Skies Are Gray
Why was Daddy back? And more important, would he stay? When Lizzy's father left to find work during the Depression, no one expected him to stay away forever. Two years later, no one expects him to return. But Daddy is back (with a scrawny dog named Doorknob), and he needs help. He's out of food and money, and there's an officer of the law not far behind. Lizzy discovers the real reason Daddy left. Troubles that began during his service in the Great War are back to haunt him. She agrees to keep his return a secret until he can make things right. But after years of silence, can Lizzy trust him? Can God really change a man the way Daddy claims he's been changed? Sometimes secrets are impossible to keep. When her family learns Daddy is back, Lizzy must make a choice, and her decision to trust and forgive the father she still loves might come with a price.
Jesus, Do You Know How To Whisper?
Does Jesus know how to whisper? This is the big question that Frog, Giraffe, Turtle, Bird, and Butterfly all want to know. Desperate to know, they bring their question to the only One who can answer their question. So can He? Read on to find out what the animal friends discover!
The 7 Deadly Sins vs The 7 Godly Virtues
Reckless Rabbit and Cherub Chick demonstrate the 7 Deadly Sins and the 7 Godly Virtues in watercolor scenes with familiar woodland animal characters. The book includes quotes from Saints from Catholic sources. At the end, young readers are encouraged to practice Godly Virtues in order to avoid sin. The author, Julianne Weinmann, has created many photo books for children with religious and in particularly Catholic themes. You can find the complete list of her books on her website: www.LifetimeWriter.com.
Becoming Noble
"You are an independent pup," Lord Revol told Scout. "But I keep you close for your protection and well-being. Listen well. Seeking your own way will not lead you to happiness. You will find true freedom when you choose to trust me."
A Rainbow of Inspirations
Reading about cultural and mythological roots should not be boring for young adults. This book attempts to bring forth stories from myriad Indian background in an enjoyable poetic fashion with engaging pictorial illustrations. It aims to fill the reader with pride and inspiration.About the Author: Rashmi Sharan is a committed academician of 40 years standing. Apart from teaching English Literature, writing and inspiring children has been her passion.
Leah Prayed
Leah is a young girl who feels and loves so deeply that it hurts sometimes. She has a heart for God and believes strongly in the power of prayer. Leah loves her friends, family, her sweet animals, and most of all, God.Leah Prayed tells the story of how Leah called on God's help for the people in her life who needed the power of prayer. Prayer is a powerful tool and the perfect way to communicate with our Father in Heaven. When you are lost, angry, confused, hurting, scared, or even if you feel lonely... Prayer can remind you that you are not alone.
Our Fruitful Field Trip
Follow Lynn, Chad, Deborah, Kionne, Dakota, Keanu, Michael, Ren and Ali as they sample the fruits and detail what they've learned on their journey to God-awareness. Also understand that awareness of God helps us to becomemore self-aware. This is because we are made in His image. The more we learn about the Most High God, the more we will come to understand and appreciate our own uniqueness. Remember this: You are special because God made you that way! Note: This book comes with a journal!
With Jesus I am Talented
We all have some talents. But is it easy to recognize and use them?Angel is a lovely little girl who is excited about the upcoming talent show. But will she be able to understand where her talents lie and how to use them in time to showcase them?Angel's teacher and parents help her recognize that we can all use our talents to spread the word of God and use it in wonderful ways.The colorful drawings are a great addition to this tale and help children: Understand how to find their talents within.Know they all have gifts they can use.Discover how their talents can be used for the good of others.The With Jesus Series is a set of books sharing stories of God, told so kids can understand them in today's world. It is crucial that children of today take these timeless stories to make their tomorrows empowered.Snuggle up with your child and help them see the wonder they hold within. Grab all the With Jesus books today!Make reading time an inspiring time today and every day.
With Jesus I am Talented
We all have some talents. But is it easy to recognize and use them?Angel is a lovely little girl who is excited about the upcoming talent show. But will she be able to understand where her talents lie and how to use them in time to showcase them?Angel's teacher and parents help her recognize that we can all use our talents to spread the word of God and use it in wonderful ways.The colorful drawings are a great addition to this tale and help children: Understand how to find their talents within.Know they all have gifts they can use.Discover how their talents can be used for the good of others.The With Jesus Series is a set of books sharing stories of God, told so kids can understand them in today's world. It is crucial that children of today take these timeless stories to make their tomorrows empowered.Snuggle up with your child and help them see the wonder they hold within. Grab all the With Jesus books today!Make reading time an inspiring time today and every day.
Jessica’s Special Buttons
Jessica felt sad ... but she did not know why. Perhaps she could talk to her Grandma.Whilst visiting her Grandma, something strange happens. Not only does she discover that her Grandma has a weird collection of objects in her apron pocket ... Jessica's sadness seems to disappear as she learns a valuable lesson about herself.This is book one of a trilogy based on a series of true stories about value, self-worth and self-esteem, and the value of children having a meaningful relationship with a significant adult in their life. This story is firmly based firmly on the Christian principles of grace, godly value, restoration of joy and hope.The author draws upon many encounters with children from 5 to 14 years of age through his work as a Primary (elementary) School Chaplain in Victorian Government Schools (Australia) over many years.
His Name is Coal
There is no friendship like that of a boy and his dog. It is made of play, fun afternoons full of joy, and loyalty that lasts a lifetime. When Bobby meets his new friend, Coal, his life is forever changed. His Name is Coal by Roy and Melanie Hale is an engaging family read-aloud book about a young boy who moves to a new place and finds a stray dog, who he names Coal. The story follows their journey as they have adventures in the country and grow up together. The book is inspired by some of Roy's own experiences as a young boy. With each chapter including illustrations, Bible verses, family discussions and activities, His Name is Coal is sure to provide a special time for families to sit together and create lasting memories.