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CHRISTIAN & CHARACTER BUILDING FICTION
ADVENTURE
Adventures In Odyssey Series “Lights Out At Camp What-A-Nut” (Paul McCusker – Focus On The Family publication) $3 PB GC (Minor cover wear and creases. Name on 1st page.) Mark Prescott is not having a fun time at summer camp. First of all, he went there so he could talk with his best friend, Patti. But she only wants to discuss her new boyfriend. Then Mark finds he's sharing a cabin with Joe Devlin, Odyssey's biggest bully, who gets Mark into trouble with the camp's leaders. Mark grows irritated by the unfairness of his situation and Joe's obnoxious behavior. Yet Mark feels there must be some hidden reason Joe has become expecially bad. Finally, Mark and Joe find themselves paired in a treasure hunt that puts them in unexpected danger. Through his adventures in camp, Mark learns valuable lessons about friendship and how God uses one person to help another. 8+
A Ladd Family Adventure “Secret Of The Sunken Sub” (Lee Roddy) $3 PB EGC (Ex lib) Focus On The Family. Josh video tapes what he thinks is a diving whale off the Hawaiian island of Maui, but it was actually the accidental sinking of a highly secret Soviet robot submarine. The Soviets are desperate to find the sub before the U.S. Navy does. Josh’s confidence is betrayed by a new friend, causing the spies to do anything to make Josh reveal where the saw the sub sink. 10+
D.J. Dillon Adventure Series “The Legend Of The White Raccoon” (Lee Roddy) $3 PB EC (Ex lib) D.J. Dillon's latest adventure begins one night in the darkened woods when D.J. and his buddy Alfred hear a weird noise. Suddenly, a strange new boy appears and tells them he's just seen a white racoon. Is he telling the truth? 10+
Grandma Haley (Aleda Renken) $2 PB GC When she comes to live with the Haleys, Grandma becomes involved with a con artist. Story that apply Christian principles to everyday living. 9+
A Reba Novel “The Bounty Hunter” (Marian Flandrick Bray) $3 PB EC Although she knows that the wolverine invading her part of the San Gabriel Mountains is dangerous and destructive, twelve-year-old Reba Castillo decides to try to save it from the bounty hunter seeking to kill it. 10+
Reel Kids Adventures “Mystery At Smokey Mountain” (Dave Gustaveson) $3 PB EC Jeff Caldwell couldn't believe how dangerous the overseas trip had suddenly become. Why did the mysterious envelope found on the Manila dump make them a target of such wicked men? Who could they turn to in this faraway nation? Could God help them across this frightening tightrope of adventure? Each well-researched, exciting story is set in a different country, so children (ages 9-14) not only experience a page-turning adventure but also learn about the people, culture, or history of the nation in which the story takes place. A meaningful series of missionary challenge for young readers who enjoy action! YWAM Publishing
Good News Club Series “Peppy’s Rescue” (Kathryn Dahlstrom) $3 PB EC (Inscription) Carlos and his Good News Club friends search for his lost dog, Peppy. A homeless man has chained the retriever inside his car, as protection from a street gang. As the kids help the old man, they bring the gang down on themselves. Now they must rely on their faith to stay alive. 9+
A Daring Adventure Series (Peter Reese Doyle) $3 PB 8+
Escape From Black Forest EC Penny, Mark, and David thwart the scheme of Hoffmann who attempts to smuggle nuclear weapons from Russia, through Germany's Black Forest, and into Iran. 10+
Ambushed In Africa GC (Minor cover wear) While in Africa visiting his friends Mark and Penny Daring, David Curtis helps them thwart attempts to steal the claim papers to a diamond field and to capture Penny as a hostage. 10+
The Cooper Kids Adventure Series (Frank Peretti) $3 PB GC or much better 10+
The Door In The Dragon’s Throat When teenagers Jay and Lila Cooper and their archaeologist father travel to Nepur, an uninviting land of deserts and danger, they must search to uncover the truth behind an ancient legend. Locals claim that inside a dark cavern called the Dragon’s Throat is a forbidden door that brings certain death to anyone who tries to open it. Armed with the knowledge that God is more powerful than any legend or curse, Jay and Lila plunge down into the Dragon’s Throat, determined to find out what awaits them on the other side of the Door. This daring tale will have you on the edge of your seat.
Escape From The Island Of Aquarius A rescue mission leads Jay and Lila Cooper to a doomed South Sea island where nothing is as they expected. Instead of a primitive civilization, the Coopers encounter a busy colony with a mysterious leader claiming to be Adam MacKenzie, a missionary once presumed dead. To add to the confusion, someone seems to have pushed the island’s self-destruct button. Earthquakes and erosion are tearing the island apart, and every moment is precious in the Coopers’ search for the real Adam MacKenzie.
Trapped At The Bottom Of The Sea After an argument with her father, a sullen Lila Cooper boards an Air Force flight from Japan to the U.S. Her brooding is interrupted when a sudden hijacking leads to a scuffle and an explosion, causing the plane to plummet toward the Pacific Ocean. Trapped inside a secret weapons pod on the ocean floor, Lila can do nothing but pray that rescuers will find her before her oxygen supply runs out.
MYSTERY
Scout (Julie Nye) $3 PB EC When Jeff Wingate finds an injured dog washed up on the bank of an island one summer day, he knows that he is faced with a mystery. But he has also made a friend. As he and the huge dog Scout get to know each other, they become inseparable. Soon the mystery around Scout deepens: how was he injured, and where has he come from? And more puzzling, why is nobody looking for this purebred, superbly trained dog? Jeff and his brother Phil seek the answers to their questions; but inside, Jeff is hoping that they will never find Scout's owner. Scout is the first thing in his life to teach him that God answers prayer. 9+
Prairie Adventure Series “Sarah And The Lost Friendship” (Margaret Epp) $2 PB VGC The adventures of a ten-year-old girl and her farm family during a snowy winter. 9+
Accidental Detectives Mysteries “Sunrise At The Mayan Temple” (Sigmund Brouwer) $2 PB EC A baffling invitation to an archaeological dig in Mexico defies all logic, but it is too good to pass up. Along with Joel and Old Lady Bugsby, Ricky and his friends head south and encounter a chilling mix of ancient legends and present-day mysteries. Their search for the truth leads to people they wouldn’t have suspected…and places they’d prefer to avoid. 10+
Danny Orlis And The Point Barrow Mystery (Bernard Palmer) $2 PB EC (Inscription) A challenging Christian testimony and exciting true-to-life situations. Danny has the confidence that comes from a personal working relationship with God, with ability to apply Biblical solutions to the mysteries he encounters. Moody Press 9+
Lori Adams And The Riverboat Mystery (Bernard Palmer) $2 PB FC (Cover creases, minor wear) 9+
Addie McCormick Mysteries “Addie McCormick And The Mystery Of The Missing Scrapbook” (Leanne Lucas) $3 PB GC (A little colour missing on back cover due to removal of sticker) Addie and Nick need God's help in understanding racial intolerance as they witness the prejudice of some of their clasmates toward a Mexican American boy and pursue the secret of a stolen scrapbook belonging to their adult Japanese American friend Yuki. Harvest House 9+
Annie Shepard Mysteries “Mystery At The Fairgrounds” (Janet Holm McHenry) $3 PB EC After moving to Mountain Center, Annie checks out all the strange happenings that fall into her path, discovering that she can have a personal relationship with God and that small town living is not so bad after all. Value taught: Acceptance 8+
The Wren House Mystery Series “The Pig Papers” (Hilda Stahl) $3 PB EC Who’s taking Mina’s newspapers? When a neighbour’s pet ruins Wren’s early-morning trap, she waits for the thief again. But someone’s watching closely from across the street. Value taught: Honesty 8+
Elizabeth Bryan Mysteries “The Case Of The Questionable Cousin” (Vicki Berger Erwin) $3 PB EC Elizabeth's work on blood types for her science fair project proves valuable when she becomes suspicious of the young woman who has appeared claiming to be Aunt Nan's niece. 10+
The Three Cousins Detective Club “The Mystery Of The Silent Nightingale” (Elspeth Campbell Murphy) $3 PB EC Sarah-Jane, Titus, and Timothy from the Three Cousins Detective Club are ten-year-olds ready to learn about favorite proverbs from the Bible while solving exciting, adventure-filled mysteries! Sarah-Jane needs a special gift for Kelly, her lifelong babysitter and friend. When Sarah-Jane spots a silver locket in the antique store window, she decides it would be perfect for Kelly. But then the locket mysteriously appears on her babysitter's doorstep! Who gave Kelly the necklace? Sarah-Jane and her cousins jump in to uncover another thrilling mystery! Bethany House Theme: Joy 9+
Bloodhounds Inc. “The Mystery Of The Invisible Knight” (Bill Myers) $3 PB EC Sean and Misty learn not to be afraid when God is on their side as they investigate a string of robberies in which the only suspect is an invisible knight. Bethany House 10+
The Home School Detectives Series (John Bibee) $4 PB VGC+ 8+
#2 The Mystery Of The Missing Microchips When a strange man with a red beard shows up, wanting to know everything about missing microchips, the mystery deepens for the Home School Detectives.
#5 The Mystery Of The Vanishing Cave Rebecca, Julie and Emily are at summer camp when they discover a hidden cave containing Native American artifacts and a skeleton. But when they bring people from the camp back to the site of the cave the next day, there is no sign of the cave at all.
Juli Scott Super Sleuth Series (Colleen L. Reece) $3 PB EC
“Mysterious Monday” Readers who devour Nancy Drew mysteries will enjoy the super sleuth books starring Juli Scott. This new, compelling mystery series provides not only nail-biting adventures but a clear Christian message. As they sort out the clues, Juli and her savvy friends find love and excitement and realize that it pays to have a sense of humor.12+
“Wednesday Witness” Colleen L. Reece The last thing Juli Scott needs right now is another mystery, but she finds herself in peril when someone in their group witnesses something they shouldn't have seen. The challenge is to keep this unsuspecting witness from becoming a victim. 12+
Darcy J. Doyle Daring Detective Series (Linda Lee Maifair) $3 each, PB, EC 8+
#1 The Case Of The Mixed-Up Monsters When neighbors claim to have seen her brother Allen, dressed in his Halloween monster costume, committing acts of vandalism, Darcy Doyle vows to find out who's framing him.
#2 The Case Of The Choosey Cheater When a crime wave strikes the fifth grade, Darcy Doyle tries to find out who is stealing homework papers.
#3 The Case Of The Giggling Ghost Darcy Doyle investigates the strange thumping and scraping noises coming from Mrs. Pendleton's attic.
#4 The Case Of The Pampered Poodle When her snobby classmate Brittany loses her expensive poodle on the day of the pet show, Darcy Doyle agrees to find the missing dog.
#6 The Case Of The Bashful Bully When a mysterious new kid moves into town, Darcy decides that sometimes it's more important to be a friend than to prove that she's the best detective in the fifth grade.
Marshall Matt Series (Nancy I. Sanders) $3 PB VGC Emerging readers for 5-8 year olds.
Marshall Matt And The Topsy-Turvy Trail Mystery Marshall Matt is having fun at the camp until someone starts messing up everyone’s stuff. There’s loolies on the floor, shampoo on the clothes and lots of things missing! He works hard to find out who’s making the messes. Value: Responsibility
Marshall Matt And The Slippery Snacks Mystery Marshal Matt tries to find out who is stealing the snacks at vacation Bible school Value: Honesty
A Backpack Mystery Series (Mary Carpenter Reid – Bethany House) $3 PB EC 6-8 YO
#1 Too Many Treasures While staying with their aunt, Steff and her younger sister Paulie discover that someone really is after the valuable old clock that Aunt Opal keeps hidden amid all the other stuff that is crammed into her house.
#4 Twin Trouble While visiting their cousins Belinda and Melinda, who work at a camping resort and tell people about Jesus, Steff and her younger sister Paulie investigate a theft and other suspicious occurrences.
RELATIONSHIPS
A Joni Book For Kids #4 “Darcy’s Great Expectations” (Joni Eareckson Tada) $3 PB EC Darcy's permanent paralysis from a car accident, and the Bible, enable her to help a popular school basketball star begin to heal after a serious injury, and teach her the true meaning of love. Value: Loving 10+
Jeremy, Barnabas And The Wonderful Dream (Joni Eareckson Tada) $6 HB EC Jeremy's well-intentioned efforts to help with the chores on his uncle's farm wreak havoc, but a nocturnal conversation with Barnabas the cat convinces him that God makes all things work together for good. Picture book – Out Of Print. 4-8 YO
McGee And Me “The Big Lie” (Bill Myers) $3 PB EC You're eleven years old and you've moved with your parents and sisters to a new town where you don't know anybody. Your neighbor is the kind of eccentric character that kids make up scary stories about. The school bully knows who you are, where you live, and why he doesn't like you before your first day of school is over. And your best friend is a cartoon character who can be relied on only to give you unreliable advice. Nicholas and McGee discover that telling lies is not a convenient way to make friends. Instead, it's a sure way to hurt others, especially if the lie is mistaken for the truth. Focus On The Family. 9+
Alex Series “Hot Chocolate Friendship” (Nancy Simpson Levene) $3 PB EC The worst possible partner! That's who Alex gets for the biggest project of the school year. She won't have a chance at first place if she has to work with Eric Linden. He's the slowest kid in third grade. Alex can't understand why he has to be her partner. Is she supposed to share God's love with Eric? Could that be more important than winning first place? Value taught: Friendship 7+
A Tabitha Sarah Bigbee Book “Big Mouth” (Wendy Lord) $2 PB EC When rumors start circulating at school that Tabitha was arrested for drug-related activities, she finds that with Jesus' help, she can confront the lies and get on with her life. 8+
The Twelve Candles Club “Bridesmaid Blues For Becky” (Elaine L. Schulte) $2 PB EC A Huge Snake One Bad Joke = A Hilarious Family Fiasco! Twelve-year-old Becky Hamilton is very worried. Paul Bradshaw, the man her widowed mother has been dating, proposed and Mom accepted! Mr. Bradshaw is a nice guy, but he's definitely not her dad! Determined to stop the wedding plans, Becky tries to enlist the help of her friends in the Twelve Candles Club but they actually like Paul Bradshaw! Who will help her stop the wedding? When Becky joins forces with Mr. Bradshaw's youngest son, Quinn, the result is a BIG, SLIMY disaster! 10+
Irma’s Big Lie or The Bad Times Of Irma Baumlein (Carol Ryrie Brink – author of Caddie Woodlawn) $2 PB GC (Minor cover wear) Irma's lie about having the biggest doll in the world leads her into deeper and deeper trouble.
Treasure In An Oatmeal Box (Ken Gire) $3 PB EC It's not always easy having a brother like Kevin . . . But Kim loves her brother more than she knows.Starting out in a brand new school makes ten-year-old Kim even more aware of Kevin's limitations. While he is her twin, he's different not only from her, but also from all the other kids at school. Sometimes he just can't help embarrassing her and getting into trouble. Though written for children, this is a heartwarming story for all ages exploring the trials, tragedies and triumphs of life through the bitter-sweet tale of a special boy and his family. 10+
Forgiving One Another – Stories About Forgiveness And Reconciliation For Young Children (Julie Walters) $3 PB GC Contains four stories on asking forgiveness, forgiving others, talking with others who have hurt us and how our Heavenly Father forgives us. Also contains Bible Scriptures and discussions of the four topics at a level auitable for 7-10 year olds.
The Friendly Snowflake – A Fable Of Faith, Love And Family (M. Scott Peck – author of A Road Less Travelled) $5 HBDJ EC This is the touching story of a young girl's voyage into spiritual understanding. Life, love, faith, and family relationships all come into play as Jenny and her brother explore the natural cycle of a single snowflake 8+
Elizabeth Gail Series (Hilda Stahl) $3 PB
Elizabeth Gail And The Secret Box EC When the Johnsons got another foster child, Toby Smart, strange things started happening in the family. Libby wondered if she truly belonged. Did the secret box, lurking in the back of her closet, hold all the answers? An amazing tale that paints a moving picture of God's power to transform a life.
Elizabeth Gail And The Frightened Runaways VGC (Cover crease) Could Libby risk helping the Brakie twins when it might get her into trouble with her foster parents, the Johnsons, and when it meant reviving a terrible memory out of Libby's past?
HUMOUR
The Incredible Worlds Of Wally McDoogle Series (Bill Myers) $3 PB VGC or much better)
#10 My Life As A Toasted Time Traveller (Ex lib) What could be more hilarious than one Wally McDoogle? How about two? Or six? Or a dozen?! Wally travels back from the future to warn himself of an upcoming accident. But it takes more than one visit to get the message across. Before he knew it, there are more Wally's running around than even Wally can handle. Catastrophes reach an all-time high as Wally tries to out think God and rewrite history.
#13 My Life As A Blundering Ballerina (Ex lib) Wally agrees to switch places with Wall Street (his best friend even if she is a girl). Teachers, parents, friends, everyone is in on the act as the two try to survive 72 hours in each other's shoes. It's a custom-made Wally catastrophe that includes: exploding Home Ec cookies (apparently Wally used gun powder instead of baking powder), baby-sitting a mob of out-of-control monster babies, and imprisoned 2.2 hours in the bathroom every morning to fix his hair. Last, and by no means least, Wally must replace Wall Street as a star in The Nutcracker ballet! Wally finally learns the important lesson of honoring and respecting others.
ANIMAL STORIES
Janette Oke's Classic Children's Stories Series $4 each, PB, GC or much better
A Cote Of Many Colours (Inscription)
Trouble In A Fur Coat
Ducktails
Prairie Dog Town
This Little Pig
New Kid In Town
Maury Had A Little Lamb
Animal Friends “Who’s New At The Zoo?” $3
TEEN ISSUES
Tilly (Frank Peretti) $3 PB GC (Back cover edge bumping) “Kathy looked at the little gravestone again. Now she could see it clearly. It bore just that one name: Tilly. . . . She couldn’t take her eyes away. She didn’t want to. She stooped down to look.Only one date. Only one. Nine years ago.” Kathy and Dan Ross are just like any other young couple. No one would ever imagine what secrets lie buried in their souls until Kathy is captivated by that simple name on a tiny gravestone and their lives are changed forever. An unforgettable story of life, love, and Christ’s forgiveness. 12+
The Experiment (Todd temple) $3 PB EC Two high schoolers experience profound changes in thier own lives - and influence countless others - when, as part of a class assignment, they attempt to live each day, every minute, just as Jesus would. Based on WWJD, this captivating, frank novel will inspire teens ages 11-16 to live like Jesus-not because life will get easier, but because it will get much better.
BIBLE STORIES, PARABLES & CHRISTIAN CLASSICS
The Life Of Our Lord (Charles Dickens) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) Charles Dickens wrote The Life of Our Lord with simple reverence, retelling Jesus' life and teachings, with an occasional touch of whimsy in a manner suitable for his own young children--who were, in fact, his only intended audience. Indeed, he strictly forbade publication until the death of his last living son which occurred in 1934. Includes a copy of the original manuscript and the Dickens Family’s personal prayers. 10+
Elijah The Slave (Isaac Bashevis Singer) $4 PB EC A Hebrew legend told with simplicity and spirit. . .to rescue Tobias, the scribe, from poverty, Elijah, a messenger from God, sells himself as a slave in the marketplace, giving the money to Tobias. The illustrations in this picture book are a feast for the eyes, glowingly illustrated in a style reminiscent of medieval art. 4-10 yrs
A Jungle Doctor Picture Parable Series “Monkey In A Lion’s Skin” (Paul White) $2 PB EC Great picture book teaching chidren Biblical truths in an engaging way. Recommended! 5-10 YO
In His Steps COMIC (Martin Powell) Marvel Comics $4 PB VGCThe classic Sheldon story of What Would Jesus Do? In comic strip format. Great for reluctant readers. Recommended! 8+
Moses In Egypt (Lynne Reid Banks) $4 PB EC My son, I have nothing I can give, but this chance that you may live. With these words, a Hebrew mother places her infant son, Moses, in a basket and sets him adrift on the Nile River. From his carefree days as a prince of Egypt to his flight into the desert, nothing can fully prepare Moses for what is to come. Lynne Reid Banks, author of the best-selling novel The Indian in the Cupboard, brings the timeless story of Moses to life in this spirited retelling. Enriched with a full-color insert depicting characters and scenes. 11+
King’s Captive – The Story Of Daniel (Max Bolliger) $3 PB EC Retells the Old Testament story of Daniel's rise from slavery to a position of power in the court of Nebuchadnezzar through his ability to interpret dreams. 9+
Little Visits With God (Allan Hart Jahsmann) $3 HB GC A collection of more than 200 devotions on such topics as daily activities, the Ten Commandments, and holidays. Includes discussion questions, Bible verses, and prayers.
The Children’s Hour With Uncle Arthur (Arthur S. Maxwell) $3 HB FC (Older edition with minor cover wear) Great moral based stories that help build character. 5-10 YO.
Uncle Arthur’s Bedtime Stories Volume 6 (Arthur S. Maxwell) $4 HB VGC Great moral based stories that help build character. Full colour pictures. Highly recommended! 6-10 YO.
FOR MUMS & DADS
The Zion Chronicles Series (Bodie Thoene) $3 each, PB EC These cover the events surrounding Israel's statehood in 1948. Each book vividly portrays the intense struggle of the Jewish people in the aftermath of the Holocaust and the forces, within and without, which engulf the Middle East in conflict and controversy even today. Will there ever be peace in Zion? the Jewish people wonder as they stream into the British Mandate of Palestine after the devastation of World War II. What has happened to God's promises to their nation?
The Gates Of Zion
A Daughter Of Zion
The Return To Zion
This Present Darkness (Frank E. Peretti) $3 PB GC Among the classic novels of the Christian thriller genre, this is a spiritual warfare story set in the apparently innocent small town of Ashton. Follows an intrepid born-again Christian preacher and newspaper reporter as they unearth a New Age plot to take over the local community and eventually the entire world.
Piercing The Darkness (Frank E. Peretti) $3 PB GC Sequel to This Present Darkness. It all begins in Bacon’s Corner, a tiny farming community far from the interstate. An attempted murder, a case of mistaken—or is it covered up?—identity, and a ruthless lawsuit against a struggling Christian school. Sally Beth Roe, a young loner, a burnout, a kind of “leftover hippie,” finds herself caught in the middle of these bizarre events, fleeing for her life while trying to recall her dark past. Across a vast panorama of heart-stopping action, Sally Roe’s journey is a penetrating portrayal of our times, a reflection of our wanderings, and a vivid reminder of the redemptive power of the Cross.