On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness By Andrew Peterson

This week, the

Christian Fiction Blog Alliance

is introducing

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness

WaterBrook Press (March 18, 2008)

by

Andrew Peterson

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Author/Singer/Songwriter Andrew Peterson, a 2005 Audie Award finalist for his readings of Ray Blackston’s Flabbergasted trilogy, wrote and produced the popular Christmas play and musical Behold the Lamb of God: The True Tale of the Coming of the Christ, and the album by the same name, which received the 2004 Best Album of the Year, World Christian Music’s Editors Choice Award. Andrew’s received critical acclaim for his seven albums and is at work on an eighth. He lives with his wife Jamie and their three young children near Nashville, Tennessee, where he reads storybooks aloud to his family each evening.

Artist Justin Gerard has illustrated several children’s books, including The Lightlings storybooks for young readers by R.C. Sproul. He lives in Greenville, South Carolina, and works as the chief creative officer for Portland Studios.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Once, in a cottage above the cliffs on the Dark Sea of Darkness, there lived three children and their trusty dog Nugget. Janner Igiby, his brother Tink, their crippled sister Leeli are gifted children as all children are, loved well by a noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather. But they will need all their gifts and all that love to survive the evil pursuit of the venomous Fangs of Dang who have crossed the dark sea to rule the land with malice and pursue the Igibys who hold the secret to the lost legend and jewels of good King Wingfeather of the Shining Isle of Anniera.

Andrew Peterson spins a quirky and riveting tale of the Igibys’ extraordinary journey from Glipwood’s Dragon Day Festival and a secret hidden in the Books and Crannies Bookstore, past the terrifying Black Carriage, clutches of the horned hounds and loathsome toothy cows surrounding AnkleJelly Manor, through the Glipwood Forest and mysterious treehouse of Peet the Sock Man (known for a little softshoe and wearing tattered socks on his hands and arms), to the very edge of the Ice Prairies.

Full of characters rich in heart, smarts, and courage, On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness presents a world of wonder and a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers’ groups are sure to discuss for its layers of meaning about life’s true treasure and tangle of the beautiful and horrible, temporal and eternal, and good and bad.

“So good–smart, funny, as full of ideas as action.”
–Jonathan Rogers, author of The Wilderking Trilogy

“A wildly imaginative, wonderfully irreverent epic that shines with wit and wisdom–and features excellent instructions on how to cope with Thwaps, Fangs, and the occasional Toothy Cow.”
–Allan Heinberg, writer/co-executive producer of ABC’s Grey's Anatomy, and co-creator of Marvel Comics Young Avengers

“Totally fun! Andrew Peterson, a natural storyteller in the oral tradition, has nailed the voice needed to translate a rip-roaring fantasy tale to the written page.”

–Donita K. Paul, author of DragonSpell, DragonKnight, DragonQuest, and DragonFire

The book link is: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1400073847

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Aptera

The All-New Aptera--not sure if I should call it a car or a tricycle--travelled from oneside of the USA to the other (about 1300-mile) on one tank of gas. I can say I want this to my first car it's awesome the first thing I thought, when I saw it, That's one sweet car too bad it's fake. Then I found out it was real. Only available to residents of California--hahah, I think I will move there order my car and move back on one tank of gas--can't wait for this to became available to the public.

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Experiencing the Resurrection by Henry and Melvin Blackaby

Celebrate Life and Experience the Resurrection!

Experiencing the Resurrection
by Henry and Melvin Blackaby

Book Info:

What does the resurrection of Christ really mean for us? What does it reveal about the heart and mind of God? And what real differences can the miracle of the resurrection make in your life today?

Discover answers to those and other questions as you examine God’s Word with this companion study guide to the book Experiencing the Resurrection by Henry Blackaby and Melvin Blackaby.

Packed with practical notes, advice, and questions for reflection, this highly interactive guide—ideal for small group or individual use—shows you how to witness Christ’s resurrection in and through your life. Each chapter of the book is explored in a flexible one-week format with “life change objectives” that arise from applying the truth for each day to your life.

Author Bio:

Dr. Henry Blackaby, president emeritus of Blackaby Ministries, is the author of more than a dozen books, including the best-selling classic Experiencing God. He has spent his life in ministry, serving as a music director and as a senior pastor for churches in California and Canada . Today he provides consultative leadership on prayer for revival and spiritual awakening on a global level. He and his wife make their home in Atlanta , Georgia .

Dr. Melvin Blackaby coauthored with his father, Henry Blackaby, the Gold Medallion winner Experiencing God Together. He travels extensively as a conference speaker. He and his wife and their three children live in Cochrane , Alberta , Canada , where he serves as senior pastor of Bow Valley Baptist Church.

Purchase Info:

Amazon.com: Experiencing the Resurrection

The Cure By Athol Dickson

THE CURE
By Athol Dickson

What would you sacrifice for
The Cure?

Meet the Author:
Athol Dickson studied painting, sculpture, and architecture at university , followed by a long career as an architect and then the decision to devote himself to writing full time. He is the author of six novels, including River Rising, winner of the 2006 Christy Awards for suspense. Dickson has also written the bestselling memoir, The Gospel According to Moses. He and his wife, Sue, live in Southern California.

Athol Dickson penned Whom Shall I Fear?, Every Hidden Thing, They Shall See God, The Gospel According to Moses, River Rising, The Cure, and the upcoming novel, Winter Haven, April 1, 2008. (Amazon links to all books are available here, just click on the title)

Visit the critically acclaimed novelist at his website, http://www.atholdickson.com/index.html or his blog, http://www.atholdickson.com/blog.html

The Book:

My Review:

Everything!!!!

This novel is simply . . . an essential read; a powerful, and moving thriller; infectious and inflaming.

Mr. Dickson digs deep into human emotion and heart
to bring a cunning story of redemption.

Having many of the same questions and troubles the main character has; I immediately connected to with that character in the story. This novel showed me just a glimpse of God's grace and left me with a burning desire to live for God. The novel also connect to my favorite song by Connersvine, "Live for You", so I was immediately infatuated by the story. I can't wait to finish River Rising. I have to say, "I took The Cure."

A Truly-stunning novel,

try if for yourself,

THE CURE,

don't miss out of the spellbinding novel.

Mr. Dickson's novel impressed me so much,
I have to go back and read all of his novels.

Book Info:

What price would you pay for
The Cure?

Imagine a medicine that cures you of your worst vice. One dose and you’re free. How much would a person pay for such a cure? How far would they go? Would they lie for it? Steal for it? Kill for it? Riley Keep, former man of God, former missionary, has been a beggar on the streets for years, desperate to forget the past. His wife, daughter, work, and faith were all lost in the aftermath of one far-flung act of wickedness. Believing some things cannot be forgiven in this life, lately Riley has begun to think of giving up the ghost. Then he hears the rumors. Miracles are happening in Maine

An old woman fleeing a horrific monster, a lonely wife and mother tempted by forbidden desire, an impoverished lobsterman lured by tainted wealth, a young girl weighing life and death decisions, a small town cop with a murder on his hands . . . these are just a few of the citizens of Dublin, Maine, a picture postcard village slowly suffocating underneath an avalanche of hungry people searching for a miracle. But only Riley Keep will find what he desires. And only then will Riley learn if it will save him, or if it’s true what people say . . . . Sometimes The Cure is worse than the disease.

COMMING SOON:
Review for River Rising, and Winter Haven.

Closer Than Your Skin By Susan D. Hill

Closer Than Your Skin
By Susan D. Hill

Author Bio:

Susan Hill is an award-winning feature writer, whose work has appeared in The War Cry and Light & Life. A long-time leader of interdenominational women’s groups, she also serves on the board of the Uganda Orphans Fund, a non-profit Christian relief organization. Susan and her husband, Duncan, have three children and live in Montana .


Book Summary:

Like the vast majority of Christians, author Susan Hill felt frustrated in her search for spiritual intimacy, unable to bridge the gap between knowing about God and personally knowing Him. Closer Than Your Skin traces her journey beyond the trappings of faith to an everyday companionship with God.

Through stories of her awe-inspiring experiences, Hill assures readers that knowing God is more than spiritual rhetoric; it’s a genuine, tangible reality when our eyes are open to his presence. With undeniable honesty, she vividly captures the experience of genuine intimacy with the Creator and reveals how to move beyond obstacles that stand in the way.

Readers will discover that divine encounters aren’t reserved for moments of crisis or the select few. Through these unforgettable insights and the interactive study guide, they will find that God is standing at the door, knocking, asking to be allowed in.

Amazon Link: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1400073820