How about a holiday detective story? This one was written by Elizabeth McD, aka Creative Wending. It features Detective Coleman, who also starred in Elizabeth’s “When Angels Sing (another story I posted on this blog).” Without further ado, here’s “The Newborn King,” a story fitting for teens and adults.
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There’s Always Tomorrow
Hi, all. Thought I’d give you an update on my stories. You’ve probably heard of my work-in-progress, The Galdur Snow Dog. If you haven’t, here’s the link to an old blog post that describes the book. Anyway, I submitted my proposal for this book to another publisher, and I’ll see if they’ll give it aContinue reading “There’s Always Tomorrow”
Book Review – Rose Wolves by Natalie Warner
I wrote another book review! It’s perfect for kids who love wolves and want to read about somebody who thrives while living with a disability. Click on the following link to Jennifer Hallmark’s blog, where you’ll see my review of Rose Wolves, a graphic novel for middle graders by Natalie Warner.
A Reading for Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! To celebrate, here’s Stories with Star reading I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie, written by Alison Jackson and illustrated by Judith Byron Schachner. It’s a retelling of “I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly” like no other.
Write Your Own Tale
Hi, friends. This is a repost of one of my old blog posts. It’s where you can create your own fictitious work. In other words, you can create your own short story based on the picture prompts. Click on the link, read the guidelines, then hit reply to the post and write away.
A Rescue Story by CDPunt(igam)
Here’s a short story about a girl who was stranded in the water but was rescued. Will you cry out to Jesus this desperately? He’s the only one who can save you from your sin and guide you through the storms of life. Thank you, CDPunt(igam), for writing and sharing this with us.
A Christmas-y Book Review (For November)
Hi, all. I know, the Christmas season isn’t here yet. But let’s face it, you see Christmas stuff everywhere now, and I’ve been guilty of browsing holiday bath products. Anyway, here’s my review of the book The Night Before Dog-mas, written by Claudine Gandolfi and illustrated by Karen Anagnost. It’s clever retelling of the classicContinue reading “A Christmas-y Book Review (For November)”
Election Day Is Coming
Election Day is just around the corner, and in light of this important day, here’s a story by Adare Elyse, author of the award-winning novel On Hidden Wings. It’s a science fiction story that will make you stop and think about the value and treatment of human life. That is, the value and treatment ofContinue reading “Election Day Is Coming”
Book Review – The Bobtails and the Cousins
The Bobtails and the Cousins features four siblings adjusting to their new lives with their adoptive parents. This middle-grade historical fiction by Arthur Yeomans is the sequel to The Bobtails Meet the Preacher’s Kid.* If you haven’t read the first book, “Bobtails” is not their last name; it’s a name given to the children byContinue reading “Book Review – The Bobtails and the Cousins”
Food For Thought…With a Dog
Check out this blog post written by CDPunt(igam). Thank you, CDP, for sharing a deep lesson on serving others. A lesson that involves a dog, no less. 🙂
K.A. Ramstad 