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Force of Nature: A Novel of Rachel Carson
By Ann E. Burg. Illustrated by Sophie BlackallA fictional reimagining of Rachel Carson’s life, illustrated by Sophie Blackall. For 8-12 year olds.
Set in a small coastal town in British Columbia, this semi-cozy procedural stars Rossif Sutherland as melancholy detective Karl Alberg.
Louder than the Lies: Asian American Identity, Solidarity, and Self-Love
By Ellie Yang CampWhat does it mean to be Asian American? How does our racialization in the U.S. shape our lives and our worldviews? Ellie Yang Camp offers a set of ideas to guide us toward a more nuanced understanding of these questions.
Into the Storm
By Cecelia AhernA storm lies ahead of her. Freedom lies beyond it.
Recovering from Purity Culture: Dismantle the Myths, Reject Shame-Based Sexuality, and Move Forward in Your Faith
By Dr. Camden MorganteA Christian therapist helps readers disentangle from the harmful messages of purity culture and points the way to a redemptive way forward.
This Dublin-filmed movie showcases fine acting and beautiful redemption in Dame Maggie Smith’s last movie.
Bo Lu’s picture book is a moving story of empathy, forgiveness, and connection about an immigrant mother and daughter who discover they have more in common than they knew.
Wonders of the Ocean Realm
By Tricia Goyer and Sherri Seligson. Illustrated by Vlad StankovicDive into the depths of the ocean and embark on a faith and science adventure through five fact-packed short stories of marine life for ages 8 to 12.
The Mary We Forgot: What the Apostle to the Apostles Teaches the Church Today
By Jennifer Powell McNuttA 2025 ECPA Christian Book Award finalist reveals the real and praiseworthy Mary Magdalene.
He had one chance to show the world he was still the king of rock 'n' roll. Discover the story behind Elvis Presley's triumphant 1968 comeback special.
The Ballerina of Auschwitz
By Dr. Edith Eva EgerIn this young adult edition of the award-winning memoir The Choice, Holocaust survivor and renowned psychologist Dr. Edith Eva Eger shares her harrowing experiences.
Sisters of Belfast
By Melanie MaureThis enthralling and deeply moving story begins during World War II and follows orphaned twin sisters in Ireland whose lives diverge for decades, until fate—and faith—reunite them in the twilight of their lives.
How to Make a Memory
By Elaine VickersA lyrical and gentle picture book about the joy and importance of making memories and cherishing life’s most special moments.
When the U.S. president is murdered in a small town it leads to major upheaval.
Gathered at the Table: Celebrating Communion
By Glenys Nellist. Illustrated by Anna KazimiWritten in prose and poetry, this children’s book begins with Jesus at the Last Supper and shows readers that though there are many ways to take communion, the meaning is the same: in Communion, we remember Jesus.
Heaven on My Mind
By TobyMacHeaven on My Mind is the 10th studio album by American singer-songwriter TobyMac.
The Riches of Your Grace: Living in the Book of Common Prayer
By Julie Lane-GayDiscover how The Book of Common Prayer can anchor us—our prayers, our daily lives, our hearts—in Christ.
A disillusioned British spy-turned-detective starts a new life in the beautiful heart of Italy, but soon finds out trouble follows her wherever she goes
Reconciliation in a Michigan Watershed: Restoring the Ken-O-Sha.
By Gail Gunst Heffner and David P. WarnersTwo scholars and environmentalists explore a watershed’s ecological, social, spiritual, and economic history to determine what caused the damage and describe recent efforts to repair it.
Mary and the Gardener
By Paul Kerensa. Illustrated by Leanne DaphneWith rich illustrations, Mary and the Gardener brings to life the Easter story, told through the eyes of the first person the risen Jesus appeared to: Mary Magdalene.
Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Jesus
By Scot McKnight and Tommy Preson PhillipsA call to discern if the faith we practice and the church we belong to is representative of the Jesus we follow.
Whatever Happens: How to Stand Firm in Your Faith When the World is Falling Apart
By Robert J. MorganAre you stressed about current affairs? Equip yourself with Biblical insights that will prepare you to face whatever happens next in a manner worthy of Christ.
Inspired by a real-life experience of Josh Margolin’s own grandmother, Thelma puts a clever spin on movies like MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, shining the spotlight on an elderly grandmother as an unlikely action hero.