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Almost Home
This book is a part of a series the author has written for 10-16-year-old girls. These books will interest other readers as well. Each book is about a girl in history who faced life with faith and courage though challenged by tremendous obstacles and sometimes great sorrow and suffering. This book is based on the life of the Mayflower’s Mary Chilton. 153 pages; paper. Proofreader’s note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on pp. 66
Alone Yet Not Alone
The year is 1755. The Leininger family is celebrating a fruitful harvest in this New World where they can worship God freely. But with the beginning of the French and Indian War, the natives change from friend to enemy. In the devastating Penn’s Creek Massacre many settlers lose their lives. Two young girls are taken captive, but they are determined to never forget the God of their fathers. Historical fiction based on actual events. Ages 10-14. 149 pages; paper.
Amos Fortune Free Man
Amos Fortune was born the son of a king in At-mun-shi tribe in Africa. When Amos was fifteen years old, he was captured by slave traders and brought to Massachusetts, where he was sold at an auction. Although his freedom had been taken, Amos never lost his dignity and courage. He dreamed of being free and of buying the freedom of his closest friends. 181 pages; paperback.
An Otter’s Story
Otters are fascinating, lively creatures. They love to slide in the snow, wrestle in the forest, play water tag, and search for crawfish. This action-packed story about Ottiga and Beauty and their family is based on true events that happened to otters the author knew, in territory he has trapped and hunted in. It gives a fascinating peak into the lives of some of God’s wonderful creatures! 191 pages; paperback.
Anak, the Eskimo Boy
Anak and his family live near the Coronation Gulf. He experiences both adventure and danger as he learns to hunt seals, caribou, and walrus. As he confronts the challenges of Eskimo life, including accidentally drifting out to sea on an ice floe, he learns important lessons about responsibility and dependence on God. 115 pages; hardcover.
Anita and the Driftwood House
Ten-year-old Anita is moving with her parents to the orchard country of Nova Scotia because her father is ill and unable to work. Her world is impacted by an orphan boy, boisterous cousins, and an old “wanderer” who shows up unannounced. And then comes a great surprise: Anita inherits a house made of driftwood on MacAllister Island! Read this book to enjoy her many adventures in this place of fishermen and bubbling streams. 128 pages, paperback.
Are We Home Now?
Liese Langemann’s life begins in Crimea, Russia. When the Reds come, her comfortable life is disrupted completely. Where will the family find a safe place? Will the Langemanns move to America? How will Liese’s question, “Are we home now?” be answered? Betty Friesen’s interesting story of her own life. 193 pages; paper.
Around the Bend
Lucy accepts a position as a schoolteacher and leaves for the town of Rockyford. Join the classroom when the inspector makes a surprise visit. Enjoy tobogganing and getting to know Sam. A sequel to The Early Years, Winter Snows, Reaching for Tomorrow, and A Dream Fulfilled. 128 pages; paper.
As the Mountain Moved
Set in Switzerland in 1806, this story tells how a Christian fisherman shares the gospel with some youth from the community. One day, the mountainside thundered into the valley, covering several villages. Based on a true story. Ages 12 and up; 113 pages; paper.
At the Little Brown House
Six sisters are left to fight against poverty, illness, and despair after the death of their parents. The story centers around impulsive, irresistible Peace, the second youngest of the girls who is always getting into trouble of some kind. A lively story. 216 pages; paper.
Barry, the Story of a Wolf Dog
A little gray and white pup splashed into the the river, thrown by a man who didn’t have a way to care for him. But Jim Williams and the ranch dog, Old Jeff, came up right then and rescued him. The pup grew into a big powerful dog. Read this book to learn about how he ran away, and how he came back to save Jim Williams when he was in terrible danger! 242 pages; paperback. Proofreader’s note: There is one instance of inappropriate language on page 45.
Ben Carson
Young Ben Carson had a tough start in life. His mother’s motto was to always do your best, and she taught Ben and his brother that reading books was the way to learn. Through some difficult circumstances as a teen, Ben had to face himself. He cried out to God and found help for dealing with his anger. He became enthused with the functioning of the brain; by the age of 33 he became the pediatric neurosurgery chief at John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He realized his need of God’s help with performing many delicate surgeries and gave Him credit for his high success rate. 192 pages; paper.
Betteken’s Refuge
When persecution comes to the city of Antwerp in 1573, Betteken Wens is afraid the priest will find out that her father is an Anabaptist minister. Then Betteken’s mother, Maeyken, is captured and imprisoned for her faith. Her absence leaves a void in the family that cannot be filled, and Betteken wonders if God hears their prayers. Based on an account in Martyrs Mirror. Ages 12 and up; 144 pages; paperback.