From Across the Ancient Waters Michael Phillips Paperback, 480 pp., $16.99 Barbour Books (February 1, 2012)
After being sent to his uncle’s estate, young Percy Drummond has no intention of letting the country atmosphere soften his rebellious ways. Then he meets a village girl Gwyneth Barrie and her friendship changes his life. When Percy later returns, his intriguing friend has grown into a young woman. But by this time, Percy has caught the eye of his beautiful cousin Florilyn… who has also become Gwyneth’s friend. What will result of their threefold friendship? And what repercussions will his uncle’s surprising request have for them all?
Do These Jeans Make Me Look Fat? Jocelyn Hamsher Paperback, 176 pp., $9.99 Barbour Books (January 1, 2012)
This book offers women of all ages a fresh perspective on culture and body image. Short, easy-to-read chapters—overflowing with humor and insightful Bible-based encouragement—will inspire a new outlook, as women begin to see themselves through their Creator’s eyes. Perfect for personal and small group use, this first of the Women Living Life…Together! series brings an issue close to women’s hearts—beauty—and gives them the opportunity to walk in the freedom of who God created them to be.
Popular blogging trio—Nicole O’Dell and her daughters Emily and Natalie—offer trustworthy, biblically-based advice with a devotional flavor. Culled from their blog site, this fabulous resource offers real-life helps for girls on issues including relationships, character, body image, fashion, gossip, and more. Girls will find 180 questions along with answers and related scripture selections that encourage and challenge them in their faith walk. Presented in a trendy format that reads like a magazine, this is a super tool for girls’ small groups or individual use.
The Struggle Wanda E. Brunstetter Paperback, 384 pp., $14.99 Barbour Books (August 7, 2012)
Welcome back to Kentucky, where an Amish couple from Lancaster County seeks a new future in the land of tomorrow. When Timothy Fisher decides to move his wife, Hannah, and daughter Mindy to Christian County, where two of his brothers now reside, Hannah is very reluctant to go. Will the new home Timothy builds for them there do anything to lift her spirits? When a tragic accident occurs, Timothy and Hannah are inconsolable. Is an abrupt separation the beginning of the end of their marriage, or will they rally to seize a God-given second chance?
Lil Landis’s dreams lie outside the Conservative Mennonite world of her childhood. As Lil struggles against expectations, her once-clear plans become muddled with problems—from her mother’s depression to her family’s failing farm. Then Fletch Stauffer, a veterinary student, begins working at the Landis farm, hoping to fulfill some goals of his own… that don’t include falling for spunky Lil. Will determination cloud their thoughts until their ambitions—and love—disappear?
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