CAN Book Feature: 102 Wiggly Bible Rhymes and Rhythms by Karen H Whiting and Mary Rose Pearson

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102 Wiggly Bible Rhymes and Rhythms by Karen H Whiting and Mary Rose Pearson  Abingdon Press ISBN 13-978-1-4267-0849-7  A treasure book of rhymes, rhythms, songs, and games for  preschool and young elementary children. Church leaders, teachers, and parents will find this resource easy to use to help get wiggles out of restless little ones. The book helps children use different learning styles to remember and reinforce Bible stories and their meanings. The book includes a wide array of styles and types of activities that include clapping songs, choral readings, finger plays, action rhymes,  and rhymes with games. Indexes list rhymes…

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CAN Book Feature: Andrea Carter and the Trouble with Treasure by Susan Marlow

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  Title: Andrea Carter and the Trouble with Treasure (Circle C Adventures #5) Author: Susan K. Marlow Publisher: Kregel Publications ISBN: 978-0-8254-3352-8   When innocent horseplay temporarily lands Andi and her friends in jail, they decide that a trip into the mountains will leave their troubles far behind. Accompanied by big brother Mitch and armed with a map showing old gold diggings, they can’t wait to strike it rich. What could be better than two weeks of camping and horseback riding?              But instead of gold they find heaps of trouble—trouble that leaves Mitch gravely wounded. Andi needs help fast. But who…

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CAN Book Feature: Guardian of the Flame by T.L. Higley

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      Guardian of the Flame T.L. Higley B&H Books ISBN-13: 978-0-8054-4732-3   In a city ravaged by the clash of cultures, one woman fights for solitude. Will a Roman soldier destroy her peace?   Alexandria, 48 BC. Sophia has spent nearly twenty years as the keeper of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, alone in her task and in her heart. But when the wealthy capital of Egypt is invaded by Julius Caesar and his Roman legion, Sophia’s peace is shattered and her lighthouse invaded. The Roman general would steal both her country and its queen, the Greek Cleopatra, and when his…

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CAN Book Feature: Hearts and Harvest by Amber Stockton

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Hearts and Harvest By Amber Stockton September, 2009   ISBN-10: 1602605769 ISBN-13: 9781602605763 William's is a true riches to rags story…   Once members of Detroit's elite society, the Berringer family lost everything they had in the financial crash of 1893. From a life of influence and privilege, they now find themselves working a potato patch alongside immigrants and other destitute folk on borrowed land. William's resentment toward his current situation—and mostly toward God for allowing it—simmers barely beneath the surface. All it takes is one charitable visit to the fields from a lovely society darling to burst his façade of acceptance….

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CAN Book Feature: When Your Aging Parent Needs Care by Candy Arrington

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When Your Aging Parent Needs Care: Practical Help for this Season of Life By Candy Arrington ISBN-10: 0736925260 ISBN-13: 978-0736925266 In nearly a quarter of households in the US, someone is caring for an aging parent. Yet few of us are trained caregivers, and our attempts often seem inadequate. Authors Candy Arrington and Kim Atchley know from personal experience what it’s like to provide care. With compassion and guidance, they partner with readers to walk them through the challenges of caregiving by providing the support and direction necessary to be spiritually, physically, and emotionally prepared for what they face day by day. From…

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CAN Book Feature: Frappe’ with Philippians by Sandra Glahn

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  Frappe’ with Philippians  ISBN-10: 0899573967 ISBN-13: 978-0899573960 Frappe with Philippians takes readers on a journey back to first-century Philippi, bringing them face-to-face with the Son of God who “emptied Himself” and unites them as a community. In this five-week study, present-day believers catch a glimpse of the joy they can experience when the church is united with one focus: seeing humanity’s need and making known God’s solution in the person of Jesus Christ.  Leader’s guide included.  The Coffee Cup Bible Study series (AMG) is designed for both group and individual use with guided study on the weekdays and relevant devotionals on the weekends. Each…

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CAN Book Feature: Kona with Jonah by Sandra Glahn

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      Kona with Jonah ISBN-10: 0899573959 ISBN-13: 978-0899573953      In Kona with Jonah, a four-week Bible study, readers encounter the character of God and their own need to embrace radical forgiveness. In seeing God’s love for the murderous people of Nineveh—ancestors of modern-day Iraqis—they come face to face with One whose mercy extends even to the most despicable.  Leader’s guide included. The Coffee Cup Bible Study series (AMG) is designed for both group and individual use with guided study on the weekdays and relevant devotionals on the weekends. Each study comes with the entire Scripture book of the Bible or passage(s) included. …

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CAN Book Feature: Christmas Homecoming by Elizabeth Goddard

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Christmas Homecoming   ISBN-10: 1602605645 ISBN-13: 978-1602605640   Last week we featuredChristmas Homecoming and one of its authors, Elizabeth Ludwig. This week we want to tell you about Elizabeth (Beth) Goddard, who also co-authored this book.   Elizabeth Goddard began her writing career as an inspirational series reviewer for ROMANTIC TIMES BOOK CLUB MAGAZINE, then continued with articles, reviews, and devotionals. Her first novel, Seasons of Love (Barbour, 2007) was repackaged into a 3-in-1 collection as CRANBERRY HEARTS and released July 2009. To date, she’s contracted with Barbour for a cozy mystery, a novella anthology, and working on a series set in North Dakota. Disarming…

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CAN Book Feature: Christmas Homecoming by Elizabeth Ludwig

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We’re still celebrating Christmas in September here, with the release today of Christmas Homecoming, which includes a story by CAN author Elizabeth Ludwig.  Christmas Homecoming   ISBN-10: 1602605645 ISBN-13: 978-1602605640   Soar to new heights in this inspirational Christmas romance collection where four females encounter love amid the Colorado Rockies. A widowed grandmother, Carol Scheirer, is filled with angst, unsure that her family will accept the new man in her life. Wedding planner Noelle Evans wonders if the guy who once jilted her deserves a second chance. Old letters put writer Christmas Scheirer at odds with the guardian of her grandfather’s estate….

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CAN Book Feature: Christmas Love At Lake Tahoe and Wild West Christmas by Lena Nelson Dooley

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  It’s still summer, but get ready for some fun Christmas reading. Releasing today are two books with stories by CAN author Lena Nelson Dooley: Christmas Love at Lake Tahoe Lena Nelson Dooley, Jeanie Smith Cash, Jean Kincaid, Jeri Odell   ISBN-10: 1602605637 ISBN-13: 978-1602605633   Love hits the slopes at Christmastime. Four young women, fresh out of college, pursue their careers at a new ski lodge at Lake Tahoe’s Incline Village. Bethany has a hard time focusing on her RN career when she meets a handsome paramedic. A man who takes chances on the slopes almost makes Scarlett lose her focus…

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