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Take an in-depth look at why fiction is so important to the Christian faith and to our overall biblical reading experience and spiritual growth by studying literary devices in short stories and the Bible.

It’s the middle of winter, and a blizzard is tearing past the W’s farm. Safe in the lower barn, Big is calling on all his creativity to tell Misty-Bird the best rest-time tale he can think up. And by George, it’s a doozy. Meet Misty-Bird—the superhero cat—helper to the poor, weak, and lost animals of the world. He’s a do-gooder, a champion of others. A nobler heart you can’t find anywhere.

When a mysterious entity grants a man who died a chance to be a hero in another life in a fantasy world, he cannot believe his luck. The one condition: he must fight the demon king if he shows up during his new iteration. He accepts and…Wakes in the body of a young female wolf beastkin named Lucia haunted by the memory of orcs ravaging her town. Not the rebirth he was hoping for.

Everyone loves pizza, but how was it invented? Cheese and tomatoes falling from the leaning tower? Cartloads of ingredients crashing together? Or maybe someone slipped on a puddle of water, smashing the ingredients together? These zany stories tell several different ways the world's most delectable dish might have been created. The last is a retelling of the most accepted historical account of it's actual invention, slightly altered of course, to assure that it's in keeping with the humorous tone of the other stories.

Adelinde has spent her entire life dreaming of marrying Bastian, the prince she helped save when she was just a child. But when tragedy strikes and Bastian’s brother is slain, he is thrust into the role of heir to the throne, shattering any hope of a union with a simple peasant girl like Adelinde. Now his hand has been promised to the daughter of a powerful witch, and in exchange, the witch promises to destroy the dragon that took his brother’s life. Unwilling to abandon his love for Adelinde, Bastian rejects the witch’s daughter—and as punishment, is transformed into a worm.

Now old enough to have suitors, Princess Palla is excited for this time in her life. She sees Melek, a handsome leader of refugees, who attracts her not only for his appearance, but also for his kindness to others—until they meet. “He’s a jerk,” she says. His experience with royals fuels his opinions, too. “She’s spoiled.”

Embark on an exciting journey through American history where learning to read becomes an adventure! Meet inspiring heroes like Neil Armstrong and Rosa Parks. Join Theodore Roosevelt as he explores the horizons through America’s national parks. Discover stories of courage, exploration, and friendship that bring history to life, one page at a time!

Step into the ancient world of Veteris, a planet teetering on the edge of space, where destiny beckons and power resides in the hands of children. On the enigmatic planet of Veteris, children from across the universe are summoned to undergo a transformative rite of passage, where their strengths and weaknesses are laid bare for all to see. Yet, when a group of children from a distant blue planet unexpectedly ascends to power, the delicate balance of Veteris is shattered.

When teen martial artist Angela Farr took on the role of Solace's resident hero, she expected it to be dangerous but also doable. Drug dealers, gangsters, and a triad of Mafia families, she can handle, but when her friend-turned-enemy Trevor Pratt returns to Solace as ARSON, everything changes. Last year, Angela lost Trevor's game, and he murdered her stepfather; now, ARSON has a new game with new rules and even higher stakes. With the help of her friend Victoria and billionaire sponsor Ben, Angela must uncover Trevor's deadly game before the whole city goes up in flames.

An ancient prophecy. A hidden sword. A kidnapped king. Ever since Toby can remember he's been the personal servant to the prince of Ariemday and his best friend. When an old nemesis of the King's crashes their fifteenth birthday ceremony, a wizard saves all of their lives, and a prophecy is recited that reveals Julian is the Chosen One. Toby doesn't know what to think…probably because he’s fainted.

The tales warn of faeries lurking beyond the iron-bound trees, eager to snatch wayward children. Yet at the onset of every winter, Neve and Vale cross the iron’s protection and dance to the snow bees' song. The year Neve comes of age, a faery lord joins the dance. He tempts Neve into accepting a dangerous magic and then steals Vale away.

Does a person need other people? Ziva doesn’t think so and doesn’t like being told what to do. All she wants is to feel safe, except she’s a magnet for trouble. Captured by Gadianton and forced into servitude Ziva is strapped with an unlikely companion, causing the danger to increase. When the robbers who captured her are killed off, she’s left alone and destitute in an unfamiliar forest continuously hunted by others. She fights for survival on her search for safety and acceptance.