Recent reviews:
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Hashtag Rogue
When Flynne sees danger that no one else seems to be aware of and takes steps to save someone when she really doesn't know what she is doing, will she succeed—or will The Agency end up being destroyed? -
Adventures in Poverty
When their income dropped to nearly nothing, what could the Bolton family do but move onto undeveloped land with no modern conveniences! -
The Trouble With Nancy
When her family was in trouble, Nancy impetuously did the only thing she could think of to make the money they needed to survive—disguised herself as a boy and joined the Pony Express! -
The Home Ranch
Ralph spent the summer working on a ranch in Colorado as a cowhand, learning many lessons for life. -
Seabird
After a boy carves a seagull out of ivory, it stays with him and his descendants for generations as they work on whalers, clippers, and other ships. -
A Piece of the Mountain
Blaise Pascal, a French scientist and theologian from the 1600s, made one of the most famous wagers of all time. -
Volition
When she is suddenly taken to the future by mistake, Andi must choose between two impossible options. -
The Medallion
Two families, torn apart and yet connected by one little girl…can they trust God through everything that happens? -
Man of the Family
After the father of the Moody family died, Ralph, his mother, and his brothers and sisters all had to work together to survive. -
The 18 Penny Goose
When Letty and her family fled from the British army, would they find either their house or Letty's geese when they returned? -
The Great Book Series
This series of three gorgeously-illustrated hardcover picture books tell the story of the American Revolution from a unique perspective. -
Samuel's Choice
This beautifully-illustrated, hardcover book tells the story of the Amish and Mennonites during the American Revolution, and the ultimate fate of the Martyrs Mirror. -
Clouds of War
This gorgeous picture book tells the story of the Ephrata Cloister and their Martyr Book during the American Revolution. -
Prairie Lotus
When a half-Chinese girl and her father move into a village in the Dakota Territory, and the people there don't like her presence, what can she do to overcome their bias? -
A Question of Yams
Will the yams grow, even though Kuri's father did not sacrifice to the spirits? -
Kon-Tiki: Across the Pacific by Raft
Thor Heyerdahl and a crew of five others set off across the Pacific on a raft to test a theory about human migration. -
Lucy and la petite nouvelle: The Newcomer
When a new family moves into town from France, Lucy and her brother Eddie help the children settle in. -
Ben and Me
Benjamin Franklin wasn't really as smart as everyone thinks he was—this astonishing story tells the “truth” about him! -
The Whipping Boy
Jemmy is very tired of being the prince's whipping boy, and wants to go back to his life as a ratcatcher—but when the prince runs away and takes Jemmy along, they both have to use their wits to survive! -
Meet Thomas Jefferson
Easy language and short chapters make this a great early reader for young children. -
Will You Sign Here, John Hancock?
The irreverent story and pictures make a fun introduction to the famous American. -
The John Hancock Club
The third-graders were about to learn cursive—could Sean learn it well enough to be inducted into the John Hancock Club? -
The Great Expedition of Lewis and Clark: By Private Reubin Field, Member of the Corps of Discovery
The story of Lewis and Clark's expedition is told by one of the men who went along. -
The Bible in the Wall
When a builder finds a Bible inside a wall, his life is changed—but how did it get there? -
The Bear That Heard Crying
When a little girl wandered away from her pioneer family's home into the forests of New Hampshire, how could she survive until she was found? -
Giants in the Land
Synopsis: Where did the giant trees come from to make the masts for the English navy's ships? -
Phoebe the Spy
Synopsis: When her father asks her to help unmask a plot against George Washington's life, 13-year-old Phoebe must be brave and obedient. -
When Snowflakes Never Cease
Synopsis: Five stories about people trapped in blizzards are interconnected. -
The American Turtle Submarine: The Best-Kept Secret of the American Revolution
Synopsis: This is the fascinating story of the first submarine used in warfare. -
Little Britches: Father and I Were Ranchers
Synopsis: Ralph's father's wisdom guides the family through one disaster after another, making their years on a ranch in Colorado the best years of their lives. -
Daddy on the Mend
Synopsis: When Daddy breaks his leg and spends the entire summer mending, Andrew must learn patience. -
Lewis and Clark: A Prairie Dog for the President
Synopsis: When Lewis and Clark set off on their expedition to learn about the West, President Jefferson wanted them to send back presents for him. -
Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May?
Synopsis: Fun pictures help to tell the story of this famous patriot's life. -
Redcoats and Petticoats
Synopsis: Thomas can't understand why his mother is sending him on long trips every day with the rowboat—or why she hangs out laundry every day! -
A Spy Called James
Washington's victory over Cornwallis at Yorktown was not due to a famous person—who was responsible for it? -
The Great Turkey Walk
After Simon finishes third grade for the fourth time, his teacher advises him to strike out and find his place in the world. -
Haven of Rest
Desperate to gain her father’s attention and affection, Adah arranges for a concert with his daughters—but can she trust that the Lord knows what’s best for her? -
All Things New
With the war over, rebuilding their ruined livelihoods and lives isn’t easy—do they have the endurance to do it, and will they be able to find hope in the aftermath of such horror? -
Rock of Ages
After being kidnapped and held prisoner for five years, is there any hope Rina will be able to go home to her parents again? -
Wedding Score
Though she has played music for many weddings, Stephanie is still single. Can she find her rest and hope in the Lord? -
The Savvy Solopreneur’s Guide to Productivity
Practical thoughts about working efficiently and effectively, making the most out of the time you have. -
Lo, How a Rose
When a mistreated slave runs away and the village priest goes after him, can either of them survive in the desert—and what will happen when they meet? -
Finding Spiritual Whitespace
After a panic attack when she discovers she still has unprocessed childhood trauma, Bonnie Gray embarks on a journey to healing…and invites us to take the journey to freedom with her. -
Forget Me Now
When she wakes up every day expecting to go on her class trip, only to discover all over again that her mother and boyfriend are dead or missing and she’s lost three months of her life, Mia must figure out why—and time is running out. -
Protecting the Poor
When Dumphrey gets on the wrong side of the law without doing anything wrong, can he protect his brother and help the oppressed while still holding to his convictions? -
Isaiah's Legacy
Wife of one of the most powerful men in Israel, Shulle witnesses the horrors of King Manasseh’s reign—will there ever be hope for Judah? -
Kees & Colliers series
Over the course of four books, trace Adele’s and Troy’s stories from when one or both of their parents die until they become parents themselves and find forgiveness. -
Wonderland Creek
After a simple book delivery in Kentucky, Alice Ripley gets involved in a community mystery—not the least of which is, what caused someone to shoot and nearly kill their only librarian in the area? -
Defying Jihad
After years of trying to please Allah with good works, Esther met the Savior—and her life was never the same again. -
Stories Behind the Songs and Hymns About Heaven
A book sharing 30 favorite songs about heaven and the stories behind what brought each of those to us today.
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