Patricia St. John

When Elane leaves her home in London to stay with the Owen family in Wales, she feels miserable and left out. Something happens in her life that changes everything. 171 pages; paperback.

Lucy has lived with Gran and Grandpa since she was quite young, but she has faint memories of someone else. Who? What are her grandparents hiding? Lucy is determined to find the answer, but is she ready to know the truth? Ages 10-12, 130 pages, paperback. [* Proofreader’s note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on p. 36.]

Hamid does not want his little blind sister, Kinza, to be sold to a beggar, so he decides to rescue her. Together they escape from their village. But will Kinza be safe? 167 pages; paperback.

Patricia St. John; middle/upper. Ruth discovers a very important Shepherd who can and does teach her how to be good. The story contains uplifting examples of what can happen when we let ourselves be found by Him. Moody Press. $6.99, paper.

Patricia St. John; middle/upper. A beautifully written and engaging story that captures the innocence of childhood and the joys found in the little things. 240 pages; paperback.