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Livia Andersen wanted so much for her family…now finally at Christmas her children are finding their way. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It has been over a year since her death and her children and the many grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives. Her absence is still deeply felt by each member of the Andersen Family. Two of Livia’s children have experienced more than their share of change and turmoil in their lives since her death. Her oldest son learned of a carefully ...

Family is complicated...but that's okay... Resolute is the second novella in the ongoing Andersen Family Saga. Noah Andersen had built his successful company from the ground up. He isn’t thrilled that several of his conference rooms have become a home-away-from-home for a team of government auditors trying to ferret out evidence to back up the anonymous tip received pointing in his direction. Noah knows where the tip came from. And now that he’s got his sister safely ensconced with their aunt he’s ready to take on the person responsible, her husband. But if he turns his brother-in-law...

James, or the Reverend James Anthony Jenkins as he is called by most, is best known for being the conservative preacher who created the Purity Pact that swept across his church and community over the last few years. James believes strongly in purity until marriage – that is until he meets Coral who challenges his every belief. Coral McGee is a former stripper and the current host of her own podcast urging her listeners to love how and whom their heart’s desire. Her message directly contradicts the message being put out on The Purity Pact Broadcast hosted by James Jenkins. One day Coral ...

To everything, there is a season. But at age 31, Sarah Langley refuses to believe that there can be a season to find love again. When her marriage to her wealthy and ambitious husband comes to an end, Sarah returns home to the small town where she grew up. The cold, barren winter scenery of Pennsylvania in January matches the way she feels inside, frozen and empty. She feels that life has cheated her and she holds God responsible. Divorced, with nothing to show for her years as a wife, Sarah is bitter and resentful and she fully intends to be angry at God for depriving her of what she ...

Available as part of a super value boxed set AMZN.COM/B084JRTQW6 (copy and paste the link into your browser) Meet Claudine, she was the product of an unfortunate sexual assault incident and because of that, her family has shunned her as an outcast. She fell from a horse when she was younger onto a jaded rock because her mother didn’t keep a good eye on her which created a long scar on her pretty face. Struggling to find love and acceptance, she puts her faith in God and heads clear across the country to meet a young, handsome and wealthy man in the Wild West. On the first class train ride...

Everlasting is the sixteenth novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. Some look back at what else has been lost to them and struggle to make sense of it. Claire Andersen Slavik has invited Ethan Gilchrist to visit her lakeside resort so that he can research his family’s history in the area. She knows it’s important...

The G.K. Chesterton Classics Collection brings together some of the most celebrated works of one of the 20th century's most influential writers, spanning his diverse contributions to detective fiction, theology, storytelling, and poetry. This richly illustrated edition includes key works such as The Innocence of Father Brown, featuring the iconic amateur detective whose sharp intellect and moral insight unravel complex mysteries; Orthodoxy, Chesterton's profound defense of Christian faith; and The Ballad of the White Horse, a lyrical epic about King Alfred the Great.

Who has not been thrilled and not a little frightened by tales of ghosts, spirits, hauntings, and monsters? Some of the most fascinating accounts come from the dark hollows of the Ozark Mountains. For generations, these scary, mystifying legends have been told around campfires and family gatherings and handed down through the generations. Now, for the first time, the best of these tales have been gathered together and presented in this volume.

Are you a Muslim parent looking for a fun and engaging way to instill Islamic values in your children? Do you want to share the timeless lessons from the Quran and the rich history of Islam with your little ones? Look no further than this incredible collection of 62 stories, carefully crafted to inspire, educate, and entertain young Muslim minds. Extracted from the Quran and popular Muslim historical events, these stories are the perfect tool for parents who want to raise their children with a strong foundation in Islamic principles.

Not your average kids’ devotional. This one was built for boys who are ready to grow deeper, live bolder, and build real faith that lasts. Bold Is for the Brave Boy: A Christian Devotional for Boys Ages 8–12 is a life-changing 40-day Bible-based journey packed with powerful short stories, real-life lessons, daily scriptures, journal prompts, and faith-based challenges designed specifically for boys navigating middle school, friendships, emotions, and identity.

Which of the following short stories would you read first? A.) A stubborn donkey challenges a Tennessee race horse. B.) A chess match ends in bloodshed. C.) Two sisters beg a funeral director to play their daddy's favorite Johnny Cash song. D.) A shooter takes aim from a church baptistry. E.) Two astronauts survive a horrific spinout only to return to earth and find everybody else walking around in super slow motion. Why not read them all? They're all in this far-flung collection of short stories and more. Scroll up and get them now with just one click.

A man struggles--literally--with his dead father. A housewife suffers from post-calling depression. The son of a polygamist comes to terms with the damage done by his upbringing. An unwed teen mother faces down her father. In these award-winning stories and a new novella, Todd Robert Petersen takes the reader on expeditions to Utah, Arizona, Brazil, Rwanda, and into the souls of twenty-first century Mormons caught between their humanity, faith, and church.

A collection of thought-provoking contemporary tales of Catholic Faith set in the Diocese of Metuchen.

Joya Hernandez is in love with her boss. It happens all the time, but for Joya, it’s something new and wonderful and a little bit frightening. It’s new to Drew Benedict, too; he’s a wealthy and successful businessman who’s made his own way in the world. He doesn’t deny that he’s as experienced as Joya is innocent when it comes to love. But this is different, and he realizes how much he loves her when he agrees to act according to her rules while they’re unmarried. He respects her boundaries, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to make it easy on her, as he demonstrates one ...

It’s just another morning on the fifth of July. The country is another year older; Gus is a touch hungover, the coffee in his office is stale, and all Gus wants to do is go home and start over again on July sixth. Unfortunately Father Xavier visits the sheriff’s office and he’s brought along a gift. He has a green jacket that should have been put in the church’s lost and found. The father suspects it belongs to a missing girl named Erica Torres which is odd given the jacket is marked as belonging to E. Rossi. Erica went to school one day and never came home. She was picked up by a ...

In these two famous short novels, Leo Tolstoy takes readers to the brink of despair. At the end of life, worldly ambition offers no consolation for the spiritually empty soul, but Tolstoy is the master of themes and redemption. He turns his morbid topic into hope, leading toward spiritual awakening. Tolstoy offers his readers a lifetime of perspective on death.

Divine Stories and Heartfelt Prayers Dive into a world where ancient wisdom meets modern souls. This book is a sacred sanctuary, a treasure trove of stories touching the heart and praying that ignite the spirit. Explore the Depths of Divine Tales Embark on a journey through enchanting narratives across cultures, traditions, and time. Be captivated by the timeless tales that carry profound lessons, awakening your inner wisdom. Connect with the Sacred Immerse yourself in the power of heartfelt prayers that transcend words, bridging the gap between the earthly and the divine. Each prayer is a ...

Warning: This book may cause drowsiness. Peaceful Tales, Volume 2 - three more lighthearted stories that were written specifically to help you fall gently to sleep. After listening to the first volume myself, nearly every night for well over a year, I decided I needed some new stories to read and listen to.

The doubts and darkness with which Sarah Langley greeted the New Year seem to be giving way to a renewed hope that her failed marriage, her unfaithful husband, and the loss of her successful life in Phoenix can finally be put behind her so that she can move forward into a destiny where her life has purpose. Working as a secretary in the church where she was baptized, confirmed and married; learning more about Ian Cameron before he became a pastor; sharing the stories and the drama of the church community combine to give Sarah roots in her hometown. Finding the roots of her faith is more ...

Chris has always been a dreamer...happy to spend him time drawing with pen and pencil, pastels...even crayons. Adam has always been the pragmatic one...intent on his studies and long term goals. Yet no two brothers could be closer despite their many differences... Expectations is the eleventh novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s only been months since her death and the four children she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s...