Dylan, Jack, and Tripp are looking for adventure, but when they find an entryway into a magical land, plagued by the malevolent Stranger, the cost of their new, exciting journey might prove to be too much.

While on vacation at their grandmother’s farm, cousins Dylan, Jack, and Tripp learn of a long kept family secret and the power of wishing on a star. The boys are swept away to the Valley of the Oasis—a strange, primal paradise, where monsters and danger lurk around every turn. They find refuge with a lone hunter and his dogs, who have lost track of time and appear trapped in this magical land.

But the hunter and his dogs cannot rest for long. He is pursued by the Stranger, a strange green-skinned being from another time and place who also seeks to escape the Valley of the Oasis. As they narrowly escape the Stranger’s attacks, the boys worry that they, too, are trapped with no way home. Will the hunter protect the boys and send them home in time, before the Stranger closes in once and for all?

Enjoy this reading of The Oasis King by Mark David Pullen

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Mark David Pullen is the author of middle grade series The Oasis Chronicles. His debut novel, The Oasis King, was released this year and his second book Freedom Through the Narrow Gate will release in September. Being the boy who sought after adventure and escape, he would use his imagination to create strange characters and unique far-away worlds. Some of those strange characters and far away lands cemented themselves into his mind and later became part of the firm foundation for his writing style. He currently lives in Upstate New York with his wife, two children, and crazy pup Toby. Mark is a proud member of the ACFW Organization. His debut novel, The Oasis King, received an honorable mention in the New York State Book Festival as well as a PenCraft Literary Award. Mark is an avid cook and can often be found playing 90s video games.

His stated purpose is to teach biblical values such as faith, hope, and resilence through dynamic stories. He hopes that kids who may need an escape from their struggles could find refuge in a book and see how my characters overcome their obstacles. I also pride myself on writing stories that families can read together and spend time with one another while reading.

Learn more about his books when you visit his website at https://theoasisking.com

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The whole town is talking about what's buried beneath the playground...

Windy Bottom, Georgia is usually a peaceful place. Coop helps his mom at her café and bookstore, hangs out with his grandpa, bikes around with his friends Justice and Liberty, and is determined to live up to his dad's legacy. Windy Bottom is full of all kinds of interesting people, but no one has ever caused a problem. Until now.

And somehow, Gramps is taking all the blame! It seems like there are a lot of secrets that were buried in their small town after all...

Will Coop and his friends get to the bottom of the mystery and clear Gramps's name before it's too late?

You will love Coop Knows The Scoop if you are looking for:

• Mystery books for kids 9-12

• Heartfelt and quirky stories for young readers

• Kids detective books

• 5th-grade mystery books

Taryn never planned to be a writer— she was a middle school math teacher for a couple of years. But, being a voracious reader as a kid gave her a love for words (and working with middle-schoolers gave her a sense of humor).

It seemed like a good idea to combine the two (words and humor) and voila, her first book was born. Truthfully, the first book was a fluke. She sat down to write a poem about Moses and ended up writing a fraction book about a cow. Who knew?

It worked so well the first time, she has continued to try writing poetry and has ended up with a book each time! Ok. Not really. But, she does enjoy the writing process so much, that she kept with it and has enjoyed some success along the way.

Learn more about her books and get a free ACTIVITY KIT when you visit her website at tarynsouders.com

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How much would you weigh on Jupiter? Which planet has a moon that looks like a pizza? Does it really rain diamonds on Neptune?

Learn the answers to these questions and more as you discover facts that are out of this world. Track the space race from shuttles to starships.

Experience the dazzling display of auroras, stars, and nebulae. As you explore \"Awesome Facts About Space,\" you’ll see the amazing power of our Creator God.

Enjoy this reading of Awesome Facts About Space by Mark Wainwright...

Mark Wainwright loves adventure. That quest to see new sights, explore new lands, and meet new people has taken him to all 50 states and over 30 countries. He’s ridden elephants in Thailand, hang-glided in the Swiss Alps, and even been stranded on a small boat in the Bismarck Sea.

But Mark also loves finding adventure through the pages of a book! He especially enjoys reading stories that make him feel as if he is there with the characters and experiencing the action for himself.

For 16 years, Mark led the editorial departments at several Christian book publishers. Then, in 2017, Mark transitioned to teaching professional writing courses at a Christian college in Florida. He now uses his publishing experience to help guide the next generation of writers and editors.

Mark’s writing credits include publication in magazines, newspapers, textbooks, and literary journals. He’s recognized as an outstanding writer, editor, and contributor. Above all, Mark remains passionate about using his writing and editing skills for the glory of God. He encourages his professional writing students to courageously influence their communities through the power of writing.

Learn more about his writing when you visit his website at http://www.Mark-Wainwright.com

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Book four in the Tree Street Kids series: Something fishy is going on in Crooked Creek Woods. Does it have anything to do with the weird lights coming from Ruthie’s neighbor’s yard? Or are the kids’ imaginations running away with them?

After all, Jack and Ellison have been hard at work writing a mystery. The Tree Street Kids decide to investigate. Not only do they discover what’s been hidden for centuries in the woods, they also learn about placing their trust in the adults who love and care for them . . . but not before placing themselves in peril.

Adventures, friendships, and faith-testers . . . all under the watchful eye of a great big God.

The Tree Street Kids live on Cherry, Oak, Maple, and Pine, but their 1990s suburban neighborhood is more than just quiet, tree-lined streets. Jack, Ellison, Roger, and Ruthie face challenges and find adventures in every creek and cul-de-sac—as well as God’s great love in one small neighborhood.

In the book series, set in the 1990s in the suburbs of Chicago, Amanda Cleary Eastep invites kids to be part of a group of friends who face challenges that don’t extend too far beyond the borders of their neighborhood.

By engaging readers’ imaginations, her hope is that they will laugh, learn, and grow in their faith right along with the Tree Street Kids and their families. The opportunity for diverse friendships may not have been as common in the suburbs in the ’90s as they are today, but Amanda wants to encourage kids, wherever they live, to be open to having friendships that reflect the diversity of the Creator.

Amanda Cleary Eastep is not related to Beverly Cleary but wishes she were. She is, however, a children’s writer, and the Tree Street Kids is her debut series. Amanda knows kids because she’s still one at heart. When she is forced to act like an adult, she edits nonfiction books by grown-up authors.

Amanda’s children’s writing has been published in Ladybug, The Friend, Sunday school curriculum, and at Story Warren. As a longtime writer, she’s contributed to Christianity Today, Think Christian, and many other print and online publications. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and she leads writing workshops at her local teen center.

Learn more about her books at https://treestreetkids.com

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God's Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell is a beautifully illustrated hardback book celebrating diversity and explaining how we can be part of God's family through the saving work of Christ.

God’s very good idea is to have lots of different people enjoying loving him and loving each other. This stunningly illustrated journey from the garden of Eden to God’s heavenly throne room shows how despite our sinfulness, everyone can be a part of God’s very good idea through the saving work of Christ.

This book celebrates diversity and will help children see how people from all ethnic and social backgrounds are valuable to God and how Jesus came to rescue all kinds of people. It will also excite them about being part of church - God's delightfully different family.

Trillia J. Newbell is a prominent voice on issues of faith, family, and diversity and has been widely published, including on numerous websites, such as Desiring God, Christianity Today, and the Gospel Coalition. She is currently an acquisitions editor for Moody Publishers and previously worked for several years as the Director of Community Outreach for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. Trillia lives near Nashville with her husband, Thern, and their children.

Trillia is a wife, mom, and writer who loves Jesus. She is the author of several books including Sacred Endurance, If God Is For Us, the kids' book God's Very Good Idea, Fear and Faith and more.

Learn more about her books at TrilliaNewbell.com

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In Trusty Finds a Friend, an aged caboose is no longer regarded as important by most, yet he possesses the wisdom of the ages. Trusty finds a new friend as he and the old caboose travel through the countryside together. The old caboose opens Trusty's eyes to so many of God's blessings that surround us every day.

Parents, YOU'LL LOVE TRUSTY and sharing his adventures of rhythm and rhyme. Honesty, obedience, kindness, and contentment are some of the traits Trusty learns about. With fun-filled illustrations, these stories will capture your imagination as well as your heart. There are ten (10) fun stories in the entire Trusty Collection!

For over 30 years Dr. Mark Hamby has been bringing redemptive hope to people who are willing to take off the mask and open their hearts to the life-changing power of the Word of God.

Mark is the founder and president of Lamplighter Ministries, whose mission is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord by building Christlike character one story at a time. Over the past 30 years, Mark has led Lamplighter to publish over 250 riveting stories from the 17th to 19th century, produced over 30 world-class audio dramas heard by millions across 34 countries, and more.

Lamplighter stories are much more than good and wholesome reading. The character traits children assimilate during their formative years are the foundation from which a life of faith in God is built. Inspiring role models found in Lamplighter books demonstrate that outward compliance alone will not carry a child through the stresses and disappointments soon to be faced in adolescence and adulthood.

Learn more about LAMPLIGHTER MINISTRIES and their entire library of dramatized audiobooks when you visit their website at https://lamplighter.net

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Based on Psalm 98 and written in flowing rhyme, Song of the Seasons explores the idea that all nature sings praise to an Almighty Creator. As children wonder about creation, Song of the Seasons reveals the beauty found in every season: Summer, Spring, Autumn, and Winter.

The reason for each season is to bring joy and reflect the many beautiful ways God has created the heavens and the earth. Song of the Seasons is the perfect book for discussing transition seasons, exploring how seasons are different, and learning how each season flows from one to another.

Glenys Nellist is the author of multiple children\'s books, including \'Twas the Evening of Christmas\' featured in another episode of Story Jumpers!

She also wrote Little Mole Finds Hope, and the popular series Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time.

Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. Her writing reflects a deep passion for helping children discover joy in the world.

Learn more about her books at GlenysNellist.com

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A school project goes terribly wrong in EASY TARGET – a middle-grade thriller about ex-homeschooler and Christian teen Hudson Sutton and his experiences in his new school.

When Hudson makes two friends and attempts to take on an established hierarchy of bullying, he doesn’t realize he’s taking a risk he never expected—becoming a bully himself.

EASY TARGET is a realistic look at the extent and reality of bullying, especially through social media, with a Christian main character who learns that relationships, bullying, and doing the right thing are a bit more complicated than he realized.

Parents – while not included in this clip, the book does touch on the subject of suicide.

EASY TARGET is an exciting and encouraging read for tweens and teens which covers the complicated realities of social media, relationships, bullying, and doing what’s right. This Clean Young Adult novel is fiction that parents and librarians will love. The page-turning adventure is intended for 12 to 15-year-olds. The relatable characters do their best to do what’s right. Taking on bullies comes with hidden danger . . . becoming one yourself. Thrust into public school his eighth-grade year, ex-homeschooler Hudson Sutton is an outsider―and an easy target.

When he sticks up for “Pancake” he makes two allies and plenty of enemies. Hudson wants to protect his new friends, so he puts a bold plan into action. But as school bullies retaliate and Hudson’s plans to stop them get out of hand, Hudson fears he’s making the situation worse. The more he tries to help his new friends, the more he hurts others.

Too late Hudson learns who the real easy target is. What happens when that person’s hurt is so big, she believes she’s beyond fixing? And what happens when she’s so desperate, she’ll do the unthinkable to send one last cry for help? Sometimes the best way to change others is to start with yourself.

TIM SHOEMAKER author of sixteen books, including Easy Target, Escape From the Everglades, and Code of Silence to name a few. Tim speaks at schools, churches, and other organizations (such as Focus on the Family, Iron Sharpens Iron Men’s Conferences, and Pastor Conferences). He also speaks at retreats, conventions, and workshops all across the country.

Learn more about all of his books - and gain some other life lessons - when you visit him online at TimShoemakerSmashedTomatoes.com

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