Widower Kenzaburo from Japan travels to England with his estranged son to fulfill his late wife's dying wish.
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Abigail and the Big Start Over
By Bethany McIlrath. Illustrated by Kate SaundersFun, absorbing novel that helps kids ages 7 and older to engage with the Bible as they learn that God’s grace never runs out.
No One Knows Me Like You
By The Rock MusicThe Rock Music group of Salt Lake City offers a stirring five-song EP focusing on the beauty of Jesus and his care for each one of us.
Demon Copperhead
By Barbara KingsolverFrom the author of The Poisonwood Bible comes a brilliant novel that enthralls, compels, and captures the heart as it evokes a young hero’s unforgettable journey to maturity.
Relive the 2023 NFL season through the eyes of five of the best pass catchers in the league.
Back Home: Story Time with My Father
By Arlene Elizabeth Casimer. Illustrated by Ken DaleyA lyrical text and vivid, luminous imagery transport readers to Haiti through a father’s tales and a child’s imagination—and invite them to tell stories of their own.
Across So Many Seas
By Ruth BeharSpanning over 500 years, Pura Belpré Award-winner Ruth Behar’s epic novel tells the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their countries and start a new life.
All of My Days
By Ellie HolcombSinger-songwriter Ellie Holcomb offers a gentle, stirring EP of songs based on the Psalms
Failures of Forgiveness: What We Get Wrong and How to Do Better
By Myisha CherryPhilosopher Myisha Cherry brings a novel approach to what to do with wrongdoing in our lives and the world.
A hilarious, fresh love story for the over-60 crowd.
As a reader, this month offers the chance for me to learn more about my Hispanic neighbors through the pages of books. Here are four titles that will elevate your reading life.
As I Am
By Hannah KerrPop singer-songwriter Hannah Kerr releases an authentic, 14-song album brimming with God’s love.
Song of the Seasons
By Glenys Nellist. Illustrated by C. B. CangaFrom bestselling author Glenys Nellist comes a rhyming, whimsical, faith-building journey through the four seasons—for early readers who love nature and wonder.
A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen
By Erin Frankel. Illustrated by Paola EscobarA moving picture book biography about chef José Andrés, who, along with his World Central Kitchen organization, is sure to inspire kids to help out in their own communities.
The Women We've Been Waiting For: A 40-Day Devotional for Self-Care, Resilience, and Communal Flourishing
By Tiffany BluhmThis devotional weaves together Scripture, liturgies, and stories of historical figures to “show women that caring for themselves is the first step toward renewing their souls and tackling the social problems they care most about.”
Mental Health and Your Church: A Handbook for Biblical Care
By Helen Thorne and Dr. Steve MidgleyHelping you and the whole church family understand, nurture, and support those with mental health conditions.
Downcast Souls Expectant Hearts
By Resound WorshipDowncast Souls Expectant Hearts speaks to the heart of the life of faith. The songs remind us that we do not grieve alone, nor do we grieve without hope.
The Forge, a new film from the Kendrick Brothers, shows muscular Christian love.
Churro Stand
By Karina N. Gonzalez. Illustrated by Krystal QuilesThis heartwarming picture book celebrates love, community, and the pop, sizzle, and crunch of a perfect churro—inspired by the author’s relationship with her mother.
Awaken to the miracle of a soft, resilient heart amid hard realities of life in a fallen world.
The Great Divide
By Cristina HenriquezA powerful novel about the construction of the Panama Canal, casting light on the unsung people who lived, loved, and labored there
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