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The Land of Narnia: Brian Sibley Explores the World of C. S. Lewis by Brian Sibley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsC.S. Lewis's The Cronicles of Narnia have captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of readers all over the world. Now, in this exciting guide to Narnia, you can read all about the inspiration behind each of the stories, characters, and places in these seven magical volumes, and find out how their creator, C.S. Lewis, came to invent the world beyond the wardrobe door... -
![Because I Love You by Max Lucado]()
Because I Love You by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA long time ago a wise man named Shaddai built a wonderful village for children to live in. He talked to them and sang for them and told them stories. He gave them everything they needed. And with his own hands Shaddai built a protective wall around their village, rock by rock.He did all of this for just one reason--because he loved them... -
![Callie and the Pumpkin Seed: A Cinderella Retelling by Sarah Beran]()
Callie and the Pumpkin Seed: A Cinderella Retelling by Sarah Beran
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsShe’s a baker struggling to support her stepfamily. He’s a prince running from the biggest decision of his life. Can their friendship result in something sweet, or is it a recipe for disaster?Calliope Cendrillon wants nothing more than for her bakery, “Sweet Pea’s Pumpkin Perfections,” to start turning a profit... -
![The Weight of a Mass: A Tale of Faith by Josephine Nobisso]()
The Weight of a Mass: A Tale of Faith by Josephine Nobisso
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCatholic Press Association Award WinnerCouched in the language and look of a fairy tale, and rich in solemn beauty, this tale of what happened when a destitute widow begs only a crust of bread in return for offering the Royal Wedding Mass is based on a the tradition of a miracle that also promotes a love of the Eucharist... -
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![Tales of the Kingdom by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains]()
Tales of the Kingdom by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAction, intrigue, and danger follow Scarboy wherever he goes, especially in the Enchanted City, where the “imperfect” are cast away and orphans are enslaved... -
![The Princess and the Kiss: A Story of God's Gift of Purity by Jennie Bishop]()
The Princess and the Kiss: A Story of God's Gift of Purity by Jennie Bishop
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBishop provides a wonderful resource for parents and a delight for children in this story of a princess who discovers the value of her first kiss and experiences God's gift of purity in a way she never dreamed... -
![The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley]()
The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a fantasy come true: all three books in the hilarious fractured fairy tale trilogy by James Riley, available together in a box set!This complete boxed set of the Half Upon a Time trilogy tells the story of Jack, as in, son of the infamous Jack who stole the magic beans from the giant... -
![Tales of the Resistance by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains]()
Tales of the Resistance by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTwelve incidents in the Resistance against the Enchanter, in which residents of the Enchanted City are rescued by the King or his followers as they strive for the Restoration of the Kingdom... -
![Sir Dalton and the Shadow Heart by Chuck Black]()
Sir Dalton and the Shadow Heart by Chuck Black
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe shadow of doubt can destroy the most noble of men. Can Sir Dalton rediscover his allegiance before it's too late?Sir Dalton, a knight in training, seems to have everything going for him. Young, well-liked, and a natural leader, he has earned the respect and admiration of his fellow knights, and especially the beautiful Lady Brynn.But something is amiss at the training camp... -
![Sword and Serpent by Taylor R. Marshall]()
Sword and Serpent by Taylor R. Marshall
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn A.D. 299, the Roman oracles ceased to prophesy for the Emperor Diocletian. The silence of the gods sparks a bloody storm of persecution that sweeps across the Roman Empire. As the fires of suspicion and hatred ignite all around them, a young man and a young woman are united by a prophecy from the catacombs of Rome...one that will set them on a journey to battle an evil beyond imagining...Categorized as:
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![Yugandhar by Shivaji Sawant]()
Yugandhar by Shivaji Sawant
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratings‘Shivaji Sawant’s deep insights into the stories of our gods and goddesses, and his intriguing interpretations of these, have always been a source of delight to me. A must read for all those who love reading about Indian history and culture.’Amish, author of the Shiva Trilogy and Ramchandra Series.Struck by Jara’s arrow, Krishna lies prone under a sprawling Kadamba tree... -
![Your Special Gift by Max Lucado]()
Your Special Gift by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOne morning the people of Wemmicksville wake up to discover that they've all received gifts. Punchinello opens his gift to find a hammer; Lucia receives a paintbrush and set of paints; and Hans, the baker, gets a spoon. Nobody knows who sent the gifts, but each Wemmick receives the perfect gift: Punchinello likes to build, Lucia loves to paint, and Hans enjoys cooking... -
![With You All the Way by Max Lucado]()
With You All the Way by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA tenderly illustrated, medieval-times tale that can encourage children to hold fast to God's truth amid the world's confusing messages. While discovering which knight wins the fair maiden's hand, children will learn that if they learn the song of the King, God will lead them through the darkness and show them what is right...Categorized as:
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![Tales of the Restoration by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains]()
Tales of the Restoration by David R. Mains, Karen Burton Mains
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHero, Amanda, Thespia, and Little Child strive to restore Bright City while the battle with the Enchanter's minions rages on.The one True King has broken the reign of the evil Enchanter and the restoration has begun. Enjoy Grandma Vigilantes, the Girl with the Very Loud Outside Voice, along with beloved friends Little Child, the Princess Amanda, Hero, and others...Categorized as:
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![He Who Lifts The Skies by Kacy Barnett-Gramckow]()
He Who Lifts The Skies by Kacy Barnett-Gramckow
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPowerful imagery creates a 'you are there' immersion in the story of the post-Flood world. Kacy Barnett-Gramckow fans raved about her extraordinary job of bringing the Flood to life in the Heavens Before. Now, she continues to flesh out the Bible's brief account of the rise of Nimrod and the Babel rebellion with scintillating characters and a wealth of imaginative detail... -
![A Bond of Briars by Erin Phillips]()
A Bond of Briars by Erin Phillips
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe is bonded to a spirit who demands her blood.She follows a mother-in-law who resents her power.She meets a man who challenges everything she’s ever believed.After a fatal illness takes newlywed Caitrin’s husband, she finds herself obligated by duty and oath to care for her mother-in-law, Meara, at any cost…even if it means traveling to Croìthe, where magic of any kind is outlawed... -
![Garudjanmachi Katha by Sudha Murty]()
Garudjanmachi Katha by Sudha Murty
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDid you know that Brahma once had five faces?Why do snakes have a forked tongue? Do gods cheat? Why does Shiva sport a crescent moon on his head? The Trinity, consisting of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu, is the omnipresent trio responsible for the survival of the human race and the world as we know it... -
![Best of All by Max Lucado]()
Best of All by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBess Stovall is famous for being famous. When it comes to Wemmicks, she's the best, they say. Who wouldn't want to join her Wonderful Wemmicks Club? The catch is this: only Wemmicks made of maple can join-the best wood from the best forest.But Punchinello can't join since he is made of willow. Willow is weak wood, says Bess. No one wants to be a willow... -
![If Only I Had a Green Nose by Max Lucado]()
If Only I Had a Green Nose by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsA green nose. How silly, thought Punchinello. It wouldn't make him faster, stronger, or even smarter. It would only make him greener--and make him look just like all the other Wemmicks! Why would he want that when he knows Eli made each of them different for a reason?But when Punchinello stops visiting Eli regularly, a painted nose somehow doesn't seem as foolish anymore... -
![Wise Words: Family Stories That Bring the Proverbs to Life by Peter J. Leithart]()
Wise Words: Family Stories That Bring the Proverbs to Life by Peter J. Leithart
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the tradition of Grimm's fairytales, Peter Leithart has produced a wonderful collection of whimsical, yet meaningful, bedtime stories. The characters in each story are as varied as the biblical proverbs they reveal. Meet a chatty squirrel with a secret, or find out what happens when you run up against the Ministry of Nasty Smells... -
![The Princess and the Three Knights by Karen Kingsbury]()
The Princess and the Three Knights by Karen Kingsbury
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“There was once a princess … the most beautiful in all the land.” The search is on! The king determines to find a young man worthy of the hand of the princess. The knights of the kingdom endure tests and challenges to show their courage and strength. But those qualities alone will not win the king’s approval or the princess’s heart. The right knight must prove his kindness and character . . -
![The King Without a Shadow by R.C. Sproul]()
The King Without a Shadow by R.C. Sproul
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA boy's questions about shadows lead a king to seek the only King without a shadow--God himself. The message of God's holiness comes alive in this colorfully illustrated book, ideal for children and parents alike... -
![Quest for Celestia: A Reimagining of the Pilgrim's Progress by Steven James]()
Quest for Celestia: A Reimagining of the Pilgrim's Progress by Steven James
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJoin Kadin on his journey to Celestia in this creative reimagining of John Bunyan's Christian classic, "The Pilgrim's Progress." Kadin's faith is challenged and strengthened as he seeks to rid himself of the growth on his neck and make his way to Celestia. Steven James uses his master storytelling ability to re-create the life-changing journey of "The Pilgrim's Progress" for readers ages 14 to 19... -
![The Spyglass: A Story of Faith by Richard Paul Evans]()
The Spyglass: A Story of Faith by Richard Paul Evans
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThere once was a king who ruled over a darkened kingdom. Crops were planted and then failed, houses were built and then neglected, people were impoverished and dispirited. But when a traveler arrives at the crumbling palace, he shows the monarch his kingdom through the lens of an enchanted spyglass -- a spyglass that shows him his kingdom not as it is, but as it could be... -
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![Punchinello and the Most Marvelous Gift by Max Lucado]()
Punchinello and the Most Marvelous Gift by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith the Maker-Day Festival fast approaching, Punchinello wants to do something really big for Eli, the woodcarver. But everyone else he meets in Wemmicksville is also trying to make the best contribution to the festival... -
![The Night Life of Trees by Bhajju Shyam, Ram Singh Urveti]()
The Night Life of Trees by Bhajju Shyam, Ram Singh Urveti
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn the belief of the Gond tribe, the lives of humans and trees are closely entwined. Trees contain the cosmos; when night falls, the spirits they nurture glimmer into life.A visual ode to trees rendered by tribal artists from India, this handcrafted edition showcases three of the finest living Gond masters... -
![Belle: An Amish Retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Sarah Price]()
Belle: An Amish Retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Sarah Price
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn author Sarah Price's fresh and inspirational retelling of a beloved classic, a dutiful young Amish woman agrees to marry a notorious recluse for her family's sake--but the consequences are more than either bargained for . . . To most townsfolk, he's known simply as The Beast... -
![The Call by Rick Joyner]()
The Call by Rick Joyner
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Call continues the message introduced in The Final Quest which challenged Christians around the world to begin living the truth with which they have been entrusted. The Call is a call to life; a call to live in the unprecedented glory of the Son of God; a call to sacrifice to do all things for the sake of the gospel. The darkness will soon be over, and the day of our Lord will soon dawn... -
![Companion to Narnia: A Complete Guide to the Magical World of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia by Paul F. Ford, Madeleine L'Engle]()
Companion to Narnia: A Complete Guide to the Magical World of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia by Paul F. Ford, Madeleine L'Engle
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsStep into the WardrobeThis peerless companion has served as an adventurer's passport to the land of Narnia for twenty-five years and was used by the cast and crew of the major motion picture The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe... -
![Exiles by R.J. Larson]()
Exiles by R.J. Larson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom the acclaimed author of Prophet, Judge, and King... Return to the realms of the Infinite! "Larson makes the fantasy genre thrilling even for readers who wouldn't normally venture into mystical realms." -Booklist For daring to trust their Creator, Araine and Nikaros are swept from their homes into a foreign land...slaves to their enemies Araine Khalome of ToronSea follows the goddess Atea... -
![The Girl Who Captured the Sun by L.B. Anne]()
The Girl Who Captured the Sun by L.B. Anne
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe believed in angels. Soon everyone will.Is one gleamer enough to confront the Murk head-on in this third installment of the Sheena Meyer series?In The Girl Who Spoke to the Wind , Sheena fought against thoughts of fear and defeat—mind games used by the Murk to make her lose hope. She and her friends faced Luke Tobias and risked their lives to save Dingy and the missing children... -
![Multiplying Menace: The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin by Pam Calvert]()
Multiplying Menace: The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin by Pam Calvert
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRumpelstiltskin is back! This time he's making mischief with his multiplying stick. Can Peter unlock the secret of the stick in time to save the kingdom? Whimsical illustrations bring fun to multiplying whole numbers and fractions... -
![Goddess Bared by M.W. Muse]()
Goddess Bared by M.W. Muse
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe consequences of her actions are too much. Legacy was warned what would happen, but she thought she could outsmart it. She was wrong. How can she pick up the pieces of her life when all she now has is a void existence? The life she wanted...gone. Her heart has been ripped out, leaving her soul bared. The prophecy she's been battling from the beginning has finally come true... -
![Goddess Bound by M.W. Muse]()
Goddess Bound by M.W. Muse
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFaced with one of her greatest fears, Legacy knows time is of the essence. Now stuck in the one place she’d been trying to avoid since learning about her true legacy, she must find a way out before it’s too late. But will her new accomplice be as willing to do whatever is necessary to get free before her eighteenth birthday? Even more troubling.. -
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![Goddess Sacrifice by M.W. Muse]()
Goddess Sacrifice by M.W. Muse
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLegacy wouldn’t let a little thing like changing into a goddess distract her from the joys of her senior year in high school...or hanging with her friends. She enjoys the dances and parties and getting closer to Adin...even trying her hand at seducing him. She’s ready to take their relationship to the next level, regardless of any bond she might have with River and any bond Adin has with Venus... -
![The Heavenly Village by Cynthia Rylant]()
The Heavenly Village by Cynthia Rylant
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA timeless novel for all ages from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant. Now repackaged with an updated look and feel. "This is a special book... it will move young readers. " -- Booklist, starred reviewHere is Cynthia Rylant's most memorable writing yet -- a spiritual novel about the wonders of life and the afterlife... -
![Ganesha Goes to Lunch: Classics From Mystic India by Kamla K. Kapur]()
Ganesha Goes to Lunch: Classics From Mystic India by Kamla K. Kapur
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKing Kubera was the greediest man in the world. Hated and feared by many, he schemed to win the love of the beautiful goddess Parvati . . . but learned an important lesson when he invited her elephant-headed son Ganesha over for lunch one day . . . So goes one of the many delightful tales in this decidedly grown-up book of traditional Indian stories, retold for the modern reader... -
![The Legend of Parshu-Raam by Vineet Aggarwal]()
The Legend of Parshu-Raam by Vineet Aggarwal
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe was the guru of Bhishma Pitamah…An avatar of Vishnu but a disciple of Shiva…And he shall be the martial guru of Kalki, the last Avatar in this Yuga!When the Chandravanshi emperor Arjun begins expanding his empire to cover the entire world, the Asuras hit back with an insidious plan. Caught in the crossfire is Raam, the son of rishi Yamdagni and scion of the Bhargava clan... -
![Anaché by Maria Turtschaninoff]()
Anaché by Maria Turtschaninoff
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOm nätterna vandrar nomadflickan Anaché med andarna. Om dagarna lär hennes älskade bror henne allt det en akkadekvinna inte får kunna: kasta kniv, jaga och rida som en man. Men i en värld där faror och förbud styr en flickas liv får hon inte visa sina förmågor för någon. Speciellt inte då hennes far är stammens ledare, en oberäknelig, våldsam man... -
![Convol the Cold-blooded Brute by Adam Blade]()
Convol the Cold-blooded Brute by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTom and his companions have arrived in a strange new land -- Tavania. Wizard Malvel's evil magic has enraged six terrifying new Beasts. To restore harmony, Tom must first face Convol the Cold-blooded Brute in a deadly desert duel.. -
![The Mythology Handbook: An Introduction to the Greek Myths by Hestia Evans]()
The Mythology Handbook: An Introduction to the Greek Myths by Hestia Evans
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGods! Heroes! Monsters! Explore the amazing myths of ancient Greece with this fun, interactive workbook — an essential companion to Mythology...Categorized as:
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![You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fairy Tales to Read Together by Mary Ann Hoberman, Michael Emberley]()
You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fairy Tales to Read Together by Mary Ann Hoberman, Michael Emberley
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom New York Times best-selling author and Children's Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman comes a new collection of fresh read-aloud takes on eight favorite fairy tales, including "The Three Bears," "Cinderella," and "Little Red Riding Hood... -
![El don de la Estrella by Og Mandino, Buddy Kaye]()
El don de la Estrella by Og Mandino, Buddy Kaye
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTwo experts at tugging on one's heartstrings have created an enchanting parable you will never forget after you have opened your heart to the brave child who sent up a giant kite to capture a stare... and received far more than he expected.All Tulo had wanted was some light and warmth to sustain him and his tiny sister through the terrible storm and darkness... -
![The Book of Joby by Mark J. Ferrari]()
The Book of Joby by Mark J. Ferrari
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Book of Joby is an epic fantasy complete in one volume. Lucifer and the Creator have entered, yet again, into a wager they've made many times before, but this time, the existence of creation itself is balanced on the outcome... -
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![The Legend of Old Befana by Tomie dePaola]()
The Legend of Old Befana by Tomie dePaola
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThis is a delightful reading of the favorite Italian Christmas story about an eccentric old woman and her never-ending search for the Baby King... -
![Seeds and Trees: A children's book about the power of words by Brandon Walden, Kristen and Kevin Howdeshell]()
Seeds and Trees: A children's book about the power of words by Brandon Walden, Kristen and Kevin Howdeshell
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWords are powerful. They can hurt or they can heal. It’s time to tell a special tale that will warm the hearts of readers of all ages. Seeds and Trees revels in the power of words. It explores their effects on feelings and emotions. And it does so though the journey of two different seeds... -
![The Magical Worlds of Lord of the Rings: The Amazing Myths, Legends and Facts Behind the Masterpiece by David Colbert]()
The Magical Worlds of Lord of the Rings: The Amazing Myths, Legends and Facts Behind the Masterpiece by David Colbert
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsWhat nightmare was the key to Tolkien's mythology?Can Gandalf really die?What does Tolkien like best about Frodo?Which monster from The Lord of the Rings attacked Tolkien in real life?Why are Tolkien's Elves tall?J.R.R. Tolkien's epic fantasies The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit have enthralled reader for more than half a century... -
![The Secret Book of Kings by Yochi Brandes, Yardenne Greenspan]()
The Secret Book of Kings by Yochi Brandes, Yardenne Greenspan
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsStories are deadlier than swords. Swords kill only those who stand before them, stories decide who will live and die in generations to come.Shlom'am, a young man from the tribe of Ephraim, has grown up in the shadow of several secrets. He wonders why his father is deathly afraid of the King's soldiers, and why his mother has lied to him about the identities of those closest to him... -
![The Spell by Bill Myers]()
The Spell by Bill Myers
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Society is determined: Becka must pay for all she has done. And so they begin a scare campaign, complete with spells and curses. But the campaign quickly gets out of hand and before she knows what’s happening, Becka finds herself in grave danger... -
![Vishwamitra by Vineet Aggarwal]()
Vishwamitra by Vineet Aggarwal
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe was born a Kshatriya. He became a Brahmarishi. When Satyavati, wife of Rishi Ruchik, exchanges with her mother, Queen Ratna, the magic potion for bearing a child, they change not just their children’s destiny, but also the history of mankind. Born of this mix up is Vishwamitra, the son of a Kshatriya, with the qualities of a Brahmin...
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