Inspirational Adventure

Best-Selling Author KJ Waters shares her love of water and the beauty of nature in a short story collection that will make you yearn for the great outdoors. In this heartwarming and often humorous collection of true short stories, KJ Waters takes you on a journey through the adventures and mishaps that come with family life—and a deep love for all things water. When KJ moved to the landlocked town of "Dirtville" seventeen years ago, she found herself miles away from the ocean, rivers, and lakes that had always been her sanctuary. To cope with the sudden absence of water in her life, she ...

The story of Selah continues with her Sticky Note Adventures. In this book, an unusual idea to spread the message about the love of Jesus begins. It soon spreads and reaches children around the world in the most out of the way places on the earth.

The universal appeal of Laura Ingalls Wilder springs from a life lived in partnership with the land, on farms she and her family settled across the Northeast and Midwest. In this revealing exploration of Wilder's deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series. You'll learn details about Wilder's life and inspirations, pinpoint the Ingalls and Wilder homestead claims on authentic archival maps, and learn to grow the plants and vegetables featured in the series. Excerpts from Wilder's books, letters, and diaries bring to light her profound appreciation for the landscapes at the heart of her world.

Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. For some of them it is about far more than adjusting to her absence in their lives. Trisha Andersen doesn’t do anything without careful deliberation. She can’t remember the last time she made plans involving a man that had her questioning her own judgment. Maybe it’s the simple fact that she’s never made plans with a man ...

The Legacy Quilt: The Tapestry of Family Love and Resilience is a touching and beautifully told story that captures the essence of family heritage and the strength found in shared experiences. Join Emma and Nana Rose as they unravel the rich history of their family's cherished quilt, each patch symbolizing a significant moment in their ancestors' lives. From tales of romantic adventures and steadfast friendships to overcoming immense hardships, this book is a celebration of the resilience and love that binds a family together. Why to Get This Large Print Book: Heartwarming Storytelling: ...

Discover the thrilling and inspiring stories of the top 20 most dangerous princesses in history in "Battle-Ready Princesses: Tales of Heroism and Bravery." This captivating book takes young readers on an adventurous journey through time, showcasing the extraordinary lives of brave women who defied the odds and changed the course of history. From Cleopatra's cunning diplomacy in ancient Egypt to Joan of Arc's fearless leadership on the battlefields of France, each chapter delves into the life of a remarkable princess who exhibited unparalleled courage, intelligence, and determination. Meet ...

Embark on an up-close and personal journey into the northern Peruvian jungle as last-chance entrepreneurs accidentally stumble upon a variety of cacao thought to be extinct, in this chocolate-rich business adventure memoir.

Just Plane Gone is a romantic work of fiction inspired by the disappearance of Malaysia Flight 370. It is a story of love and romance, of sacrifice and survival that revolves around a fictional account of actual events. Nearly a year later, the presumed wreckage of Malaysian Flight 370 has yet to be found. Many theories abound as to its final fate, but what if it happened as portrayed in this aviation based love story? Meet Jerry Whitcomb. A Manhattan man who has his life figured out. When his wife leaves him, he immerses himself in work. Isolating himself from society to prevent more pain,...

Join Pip—a lively hummingbird on a heartwarming quest to rescue his vibrant garden from chaos. In "Pip's Grand Adventure" by Chuck Morgan, readers are transported to a vibrant garden where a curious hummingbird named Pip discovers a new friend, a beautiful monarch butterfly named Bella. Together, they embark on a journey to explore the wonders of their home and form an unbreakable bond. But when a destructive storm threatens to destroy their beloved garden, Pip and Bella must rely on the help of their fellow garden creatures to restore their paradise. This heartwarming tale of friendship,...

The average American travels internationally or nationally twenty-four days every year. Americans travel overseas almost 100 million times each year. 55% of travelers travel to increase their knowledge and experience. 51% because they want to escape from normal life and recharge mentally. 43% to find themselves. 40% to avoid stress and relax. And 23% because they want to meet new people. 59% of solo travelers stated that the reason they went alone was to see the world without waiting for others. I almost always travel alone. But what do you do when you’re on the other side of the world ...

Take one secret, add intimacy and regret. Toss in a billionaire. What will happen? Caroline hasn’t had a date in years. So what if she is lonely? Caroline is determined to build her branding business into a success, even if it means staying single and living with her Grandma to save on rent. But investing all her time into building her business means she’s lost contact with the outside world, except the owners of the local café where she picks up her morning coffee. In exchange for a branding package, Caroline agrees to accept a lifetime of free coffee and pastries from Annie and Dan. ...

There are dreamers, those who are afraid to dream, and that rare individual who lives all of their dreams in one lifetime. Sissy falls into the last category. Whether traveling around the globe or settling in quiet locations in the Midwest, Sissy always finds an adventure, and if she doesn’t, adventure finds her. She never sees obstacles, only opportunities. A life well lived will be fraught with mistakes, the highs and lows of good and bad decisions, and the ultimate knowledge of winning the game. In her own words, “I don’t think our mistakes define our existence. Life is a process ...

Vanishing time, stolen futures, and a half-life’s courage to defy her fate. Elektra is no ordinary girl. She has a clock ticking inside her, counting down the days. As her life ebbs away, she finds herself at the heart of a titanic struggle—and the key to saving the cosmos may lie within her fractured soul. The band of magical misfits who reached the Vault of Heaven at the close of ‘Beyond The Shining Portals’ has been scattered. All are in danger. Somehow, they must find one another and meet at the Rendezvous. In a universe of crumbling empires, ghostly simulacrums, and monstrous ...

Rescue Agent Corbin Granger loves everything to do with the snow. When his career as a professional snow boarder was cut short, he pivoted into a career focused on his second love, animals. He finally got his dream posting in the Alaskan frontier, grateful to return to the glacial home he’s been missing. So when a wildlife biologist comes knocking on his cabin door, it’s the last thing he wants. Penny Roberts is thrilled to explore the wildlife located on a remote Alaskan mountain. She thinks she’s prepared for anything, but when a massive storm rolls in and separates her from her ...

"What if Pikachu was a hard-boiled detective?" That's what Nintendo asked of us when they revealed this new and unexpected direction for our favorite Pokemon. Join Pikachu in gritty, quirky, upbeat and unexpectedly dramatic cases but make sure to read them in order or you'll soon find yourself lost in a whole world of intrigue where a wide cast of intricate characters will share their past, present and future with you.

When she suddenly disappeared from his life, he broke. Now she’s back for his ranch. Lane Larsen has one dream left: run his own horse ranch. When a billionaire asks him to take care of racehorses, Lane has to find a stable or lose the opportunity of a lifetime. Maxine is scared to return to Sweet Springs, but her family needs her. She tries to keep her head down, but there are no secrets in a small town – and old trouble is quick to knock on her new door. When Lane and Maxine meet again, old wounds burn and tempers flare until it hurts not only them, but others. Can they find the ...

What terrifies you? In the dark recess of your soul, what is it that you’ve managed to avoid, to hide, to bury deep, never to be faced? And what if the Lord asked you to face that fear for no other reason than, “Because I’m asking?” What would you do? Welcome to Collin Walker’s world. Collin Walker, a social worker from the innercity of Oakton, Ohio comes to Camp Grace for what is billed as “an extreme sports camp.” Her single purpose: to show her ward, Rob Sider, that there is more to life than the streets “…show you can be strong and still love, win without cheating, and...

An extreme sports athlete desperately in love, an independent woman afraid to trust, and the test that pushes both of them to their breaking point. Jex Steele, world famous daredevil, lives for his insane stunts and his flirtations with his assistant and best friend Pearl Jacobsen-Davenport. He prays for the day the independent Pearl will change her last name to one syllable: Steele. Pearl seems to return his feelings, yet each time Jex thinks she's finally opening her heart to him, Pearl closes it shut again. When Jex's world upends, can he conquer his own demons or will he lose everything...

Vira, Ronak, Kaleb, and Riya may be siblings, but they've never been close or even liked each other that much. Torn apart by the different paths their lives have taken, only one thing can bring them back together: the search for the Ivory Key, a thing of legend that will lead the way to a new source of magic. Magic is Ashoka's biggest export and the only thing standing between them and war with the neighboring kingdoms—as long as their enemies don't find out that the magic mines are nearly depleted.

Preface by National Geographic Explorer-in-residence Meave Leakey. 120 colour & b/w photos. 6.6″ x 9.5″ A Who’s Who of 120 contemporary adventurers—with names like Survivorman Les Stroud, Robert Ballard, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Sea Hunter Jim Delgado, Bertrand Piccard, the Trieste's Don Walsh, Lucy discoverer Don Johanson, seven summits pioneer Pat Morrow, National Geographic Explorer-in-residence Wade Davis and Sir Chris Bonington—recall in their own words that indelible Aha! Moment they experienced in their youths that raised the sails on their lives’ exciting courses. But what ...