The cheer of a crackling hearth fire. Colorful cards from friends and loved ones. An evergreen tree festooned with ornaments. The golden traditions of Christmas-gifts, wreaths, stockings, carols, mistletoe, and more-infuse our celebration of the season with meaning and glowing memories. And, in ways you may not realize, they point us to the birth of Christ. Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas reveals the people, places, and events that...

Twenty women whose faith has reshaped the world. Ace Collins employs all his storytelling skill to uncover the deeply personal stories of women whose faith shines for us today. Explore twenty different tales of unparalleled inspiration. Learn how each woman's prayers were heard and answered, and discover how each story can light the way on your own journey of faith.

The treasured traditions of Easter-little bunnies, parades, new Easter outfits, sunrise services, passion plays, and more-infuse our celebration of the season with meaning and glowing memories. And in ways you may not realize, they point us to the resurrection of Christ and our hope of life beyond the grave. Stories Behind the Traditions and Songs of Easter reveals the events and backgrounds that shaped the best-loved customs and songs of Easter,...

Presents the biography of the legendary motorcycle daredevil.

What makes a hero? Sacrifice. Fearlessness. Risking their lives to save others. The thirteen exceptional dogs in this book will amaze and inspire you. These daring rescues and acts of courage defy logic and illustrate why dogs are still the pet of choice in more than 43 million American homes. A Malamute named Patches who saved a drowning man in freezing water; a mutt named Lulubelle who jumped in front of a truck to push a toddler to the curb; a...

"As Christmas 1946 draws near, thirty-something marine officer-turned-homicide detective, Lane Walker, has his hands full. Three men with seemingly no relationship to each other have been murdered. The only connection is the weapons: twenty-year-old unopened fruitcake tins manufactured by a company that is no longer in business." --