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Chronicles of Wonder tells the story of the imaginative boy born in Ireland who loved books and poetry and grew himself to be a famous teacher and writer. But before he penned The Space Trilogy or The Chronicles of Narnia, Clive Staples Lewis found friends in other stories, including tales from Beatrix Potter, The Wind and the Willows, Phantastes by George MacDonald, and The Pilgrim’s Progress.

“A vivid, action-packed story that is based as much on confrontation and problem-solving as it is on Theo’s evolution and courage.” Midwest Book Review praise for The Last Hunter Theo might ride a dragon, but is he strong enough to face the Orc King? While the magical society huddles within Sanctuary, Wolvere’s armies ravage the outside world. Theo holds the mantle of Hunter, but his tenuous grasp on magic continues to elude him. He needs more if he hopes to fight Wolvere. An immortal stranger promises him the answers lie with the fabled Storm Riders, who wield electricity and move ...

What if the Good News of the Gospel is better, richer and more beautiful than we imagined? What if it is the most astonishing story of all? Discover in the Gospel of John that there is nothing as amazing, as extraordinary, as staggering as the story God is telling in our world. Life is more than a random sequence of meaningless events. We are immersed in a story. The more you discover about it, the more remarkable it turns out to be. It is a divine conspiracy of extreme goodness. It is a tour de force of unexpected grace. The overarching narrative found in Holy Scripture is the only story ...

Written by Dr. Kelly Yi, a renowned clinical psychologist and mindfulness expert, this book offers a revolutionary framework that redefines what it means to heal, grow, and awaken. Drawing from real-life stories, near-death experiences, contemplative practices, and scientific studies, Dr. Yi guides you beyond the conventional model of psychology into a multi-dimensional reality where love, consciousness, and transformation are not only possible — they are your birthright.

Detective Mrs. Holmes and Officer Watson Young are on a case to solve the mystery of the Waving Woman, known only as "Hello." For almost a year, this mysterious figure has charmed an entire city by cheerfully waving and smiling at passing vehicles near the mall every single day. No one knows her identity or has ever engaged in conversation with her. She appears and disappears without anyone noticing. “Hello” is not affiliated with the mall in any way. Will this detective duo uncover the truth behind the waves? Is "Hello" a protector, a spirit, or something entirely unforeseen? If you ...

Discover the miraculous complexity within your skin. With sharp insight and poetic clarity, JD Arden guides you on a journey through the silent orchestra that is your own body—from the architecture of your bones to the electric fire of thought, from the mysteries of DNA to the final marvel of aging itself. Witty, no-nonsense, and always philosophical, this book is an invitation to see yourself—literally—in a new light.

Elvira is home to creatures the world doesn’t want—or wants too much, like the fairies. Now the secret’s out, and tourists are coming to see the tiny town’s wonders. Before they arrive, someone spellbinds fairies, slashes werewolves and sets the vampires at each other’s throats. Ghost hunter Josh Seldom and his (mostly human) friends must stop the mayhem. But in a town full of monsters, how do you find a killer? Expect realism & fantasy, mystery & humor. Pure fun!

“One of the wildest, funniest, and most memorable trips ever dreamed up by a novelist. Wagoner is a master story-teller.” Chicago Tribune It’s 1859, and twenty-year-old Ike Bender, eager to escape the yoke of his brutal father, runs away from his family’s hard-scrabble Nebraska farm with dreams of making his fortune in the gold-rush country around Pike’s Peak, where his older brother Kit has already fled. Ike sets out alone, armed with only his home-made wheelbarrow, a side of bacon, an old pick-ax, a few dollars, and the love of plucky, head-strong teenager Millicent Slaughter to...

Stretching more than 2,300 kilometres along Australia’s northeast coast, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth—and one of the most extraordinary ecosystems our planet has ever known. Visible from space and teeming with more species than many rainforests, the reef is a vibrant, breathing world of coral cities, swaying anemones, darting fish, and mysterious deep-sea creatures. But while its scale and splendour inspire awe, its delicate balance hangs by a thread.

This book brings together scientists, theologians, biblical scholars, and scholars of religion to explore the relationship between Pentecostalism and science with respect to miracles. The chapters cover a broad range of issues, such as how to frame the relation between science and religion; the compatibility of miracles and modern science; the best way of understanding signs and wonders in light of biblical texts; to what extent healing prayer should be studied scientifically; how the miraculous has been portrayed in modern cultural imaginarium; and the implications of all the above for ...

Embark on an odyssey of innovation and originality with "Aquarius: The Water Bearer's Flow" the next enlightening volume in our transformative series on the zodiac. This book dives deep into the heart of Aquarius, the sign synonymous with visionary thinking, humanitarianism, and an unshakable belief in the power of progress. Through the pages of this compelling exploration, discover the unique attributes that define the forward-thinking Water Bearer and how these traits influence their approach to life, relationships, and the collective good. Why "Aquarius: The Water Bearer's Flow" is an ...

Forty years ago, the park ranger Jon Waterman took his first journey into the Alaskan Arctic, to the Noatak headwaters. He was astonished by the abundant wildlife, the strange landscape, and its otherworldly light—how the “frequent rain showers glow like lemonade poured out of the sky.” Taken with a new sense of wonder, he began to explore the North on several trips in the 1980s.

The music of 1966 doesn’t have the cachet of some of the other years of that incredible decade. It’s not 1964 with The British Invasion, and the thrill of hearing The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Kinks for the first time, and it’s not 1967 with hippies, Flower Power, ‘All You Need Is Love’ and the psychedelic music explosion, or 1969 with Woodstock, The Rolling Stones’ infamous concert at Altamont or The Beatles’ last live performance on the rooftop of their Apple offices. Maybe nothing in particular about the music of 1966 stands out to you, but I bet you remember many...

Bestselling author and Magnolia cofounder Joanna Gaines welcomes you on an imaginative adventure through nature’s small surprises and invites you and your kids to be curious, slow down, and take in everyday wonders. Inspired by Joanna’s young son’s insistence to “look up!” and the shift to a slower perspective she enjoyed after having her last child, this book shares the delight of taking a friend by the hand, getting your boots muddy, and discovering the secrets just waiting to be uncovered.

Huston Smith, the man who brought the world's religions to the West, was born almost a century ago to missionary parents in China during the perilous rise of the Communist Party. Smith's lifelong spiritual journey brought him face-to-face with many of the people who shaped the 20th century. His extraordinary travels around the globe have taken him to the world's holiest places, where he has practiced religion with many of the great spiritual leaders of our time.

Delight your child with the ultimate collection of bedtime stories—a magical bundle that brings together the best of mindfulness and imagination, with over 40 hours of enchanting tales. This extensive audiobook is packed with captivating stories that will soothe your little ones into peaceful slumber, making it the perfect bedtime companion for parents and kids alike.

Emily Arnold McCully won a Caldecott Medal for her book Mirette on the High Wire. In Wonder Horse, McCully crafts a charming tale based on the true story of Doc Key and his remarkable horse, Jim. When Doc Key decides to breed a racehorse, what he gets is a foal with weak legs yet an unusually sharp mind. So Doc decides to teach his horse some new tricks - including reading and writing.

Religion once formed the rhythms and structures of society: marking time with calendars, carving out space for contemplation, creating connection, reinforcing legacy and morality. Now, for many, religion no longer runs the show. So where shall we find our magic? How do we celebrate milestones? Which texts can focus our attention but still offer space for inquiry, communion, and the chance to dwell for a dazzling instant in what can’t be said?

This book How to Make the Word Work for you is a book that will teach and show you practical ways to truly make the word work for you. The word truly works wonders! But you need to know how to engage the word in order for it to put you in command of the results you desire in any area of concern. As you read this book, you will be guided on how to locate and appropriate the right words from the scriptures that are relevant to whatever situation that you are being confronted with. In this book, you will learn how to believe God’s word for you and how to speak forth the word of God to ...

Lindie Wyse thinks an arranged marriage is the only way to preserve a future for herself and her unborn child. Josiah Plank is certain he’ll never love again, but he needs someone to care for his deaf eight-year-old daughter, Hannah. The two take on their arrangement tentatively at first but soon realize they are each in for more than they imagined.