Five Conversations You Must Have with Your Daughter by Vicki Courtney - $0.99

291 pages, 39 of 49 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled, Audiobook is discounted to $2.99 with purchase of Kindle Book 

“For mothers with girls ages zero to eighteen, Five Conversations You Must Have with Your Daughter is indeed a must-have book. In it, bestselling author and youth culture expert Vicki Courtney helps moms pinpoint and prepare the discussions that need to be ongoing from cradle to college so their daughters will know the truth about life before they believe the culture’s lies. To fully address the dynamic issues and influencers at hand, several chapters are written for each of the conversations, which are: 1. You are more than the sum of your parts 2. Don’t be in such a hurry to grow up 3. Sex is great . . . and worth the wait 4. It’s OK to dream about marriage and motherhood 5. Girls gone wild are a dime a dozen—dare to be virtuous The book also includes invaluable tips on having each conversation across the various stages of development: five and under, six to eleven, twelve and up.”

Take a Chance on Me by Susan May Warren - $2.99

413 pages, 81 of 85 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

Darek Christiansen is almost a dream bachelor—oldest son in the large Christiansen clan, heir to their historic Evergreen Lake Resort, and doting father. But he’s also wounded and angry since the tragic death of his wife, Felicity. No woman in Deep Haven dares come near.

New assistant county attorney Ivy Madison simply doesn’t know any better when she bids on Darek at the charity auction. Nor does she know that when she crafted a plea bargain three years ago to keep Jensen Atwood out of jail and in Deep Haven fulfilling community service, she was releasing the man responsible for Felicity’s death. All Ivy knows is that the Christiansens feel like the family she’s always longed for. And once she gets past Darek’s tough exterior, she finds a man she could spend the rest of her life with. Which scares her almost as much as Darek learning of her involvement in his wife’s case.

Caught between new love and old grudges, Darek must decide if he can set aside the past for a future with Ivy—a future more and more at risk as an approaching wildfire threatens to wipe out the Christiansen resort and Deep Haven itself.

Everyday Talk: Talking about God with Your Children by Jay Younts

160 pages, 14 of 15 reviews are 4 or 5-star 

God first gave specific instructions for being a parent in Deuteronomy 6. He instructs parents to talk to their children everyday about God and His ways. Everyday Talk offers practical, creative ways to do that. Learn how to use ordinary conversations to show your kids the goodness and wisdom of God. With clear biblical teaching, John Younts illustrates how to lead your children into a greater awareness of the presence and glory of God.

Take One by Karen Kingsbury (Above the Line Series) – $1.99

353 pages, 85 of 93 reviews are 4 or 5-star

Could they change the world—before the world changes them? Filmmakers Chase Ryan and Keith Ellison left the mission field of Indonesia for the mission field of Hollywood with a dream bigger than both of them. Now they have done the impossible: raised enough money to produce a feature film with a message that could change the world. But as Chase and Keith begin shooting, their well-laid plans begin to unravel. With millions of dollars on the line, they make a desperate attempt to keep the film from falling apart—even as a temperamental actress, a botched production schedule, and their own insecurities leave little room for the creative and spiritual passion that once motivated them. Was God really behind this movie after all? A chance meeting and friendship with John Baxter could bring the encouragement they need to stay on mission and produce a movie that will actually change people’s lives. In the midst of the questions and the cameras, is it possible to keep things above the line and make a movie unlike anything done before—or is the risk too great for everyone?

The rest of the series is also $1.99 – Take Two, Take Three and Take Four

Beyond Bath Time: Embracing Motherhood as a Sacred Role by Erin Davis $1.99

154 pages, 16 of 19 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

Motherhood is under attack. Nearly one in five American women ends her childbearing years without having borne a child, compared with one in ten in 1970. In 2007, among Christians, 47% felt that the roles of marriage and motherhood should not be emphasized for women. And unfortunately, the church isn’t talking about why motherhood matters, nor is it equipping young mothers to see their family as a mission field. Erin Davis was a young Christian wife who had made the decision to not have children. She had multiple degrees, a great husband, a promising career — she had it all — at least according to cultural standards. But most days she felt anything but fulfilled. In Beyond Bath Time Erin shares her journey to the place of true fulfillment in responding to the call of motherhood. Women will be challenged, convicted, and wonderfully encouraged by Erin’s honest and provocative look at motherhood and its divine call.

Leaving by Karen Kingsbury (Bailey Flanigan Series) – $1.99

337 pages, 424 of 472 reviews are 4 or 5-star

The Bailey Flanigan series begins with Bailey leaving Bloomington for the adventure of a lifetime. She has won an audition for the ensemble of a Broadway musical in New York City. She’s determined to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but is she really ready to leave family and friends for the loneliness of the city? And what of Cody? His disappearance has her worried about their future and praying that their love can survive. In order to be closer to his mother in jail, Cody takes a coaching job in a small community outside Indianapolis. New friends, distance, and circumstances expose cracks in his relationship with Bailey Flanigan. Love, loneliness, big opportunities, and even bigger decisions highlight the first book in the new Bailey Flanigan series that features members of the popular Baxter family and finally completes the Bailey Flanigan/Cody Coleman story.

The rest of the Bailey Flanigan series is also $1.99 – Learning, Longing, and Loving

The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrun by J.R.R. Tolkien – $2.65 now $9.99

389 pages, 56 of 68 reviews are 4 or 5-star

Ratzinger’s Faith:The Theology of Pope Benedict XVI by Tracey Rowland – $1.99

244 pages, 7 of 8 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

A general introduction to the theology of Pope Benedict XVI, including his approach to issues in moral and political theology, ecclesiology, liturgy, interpretations of the of the documents of the Second Vatican Council, and the theology of history. Tracey Rowland also addresses the question of Pope Benedict’s place in the constellation of contemporary Catholic theologians. It has become a commonplace observation that Pope Benedict has been influenced by the thought of St Augustine, in contrast to many of his predecessors in the papacy who were much more strongly influenced by St Thomas Aquinas. Rowland therefore asks in what way Benedict is an Augustinian, and how this marked difference in theological perspective may play out in the coming years. Her book includes an extensive thematic bibliography, which will be valuable for students.

The Three Ages of the Interior Life: Prelude of Eternal Life (Illustrated Classics) by Reverend Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange O.P. – $1.99

1166 pages,  of  reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

Explains the entire Catholic tradition on the spiritual life. Covers virtually all aspects of our Faith. The masterpiece of possibly the 20th century’s greatest theologian. Covers scores of topics, including contemplative prayer, one’s predominant fault, the healing of pride, spiritual direction, etc. Clear, complete, orthodox, inspiring! A masterpiece in every sense of the word!

Volume 1 contains Parts; “The Sources of the Interior Life and its End” and “The Purification of the Soul in Beginners”. Volume 2 contains Parts; “The Illiminative Way” and “The Unitive Way”.

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I have not read any of these books, so they may not be any good.  Some of the Sale Christian Kindle books from previous Free Book posts or previous Kindle Deal posts are still available.

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I am a fan of science fiction.  And I know I have seen 2001 at least twice.  But I did not really remember much about it outside of the main story and the beautiful space shots.  So when it was the Kindle Daily Deal last week I picked up the kindle version.  And since the audiobook was discounted to $1.99 with purchase of the kindle book I picked that up as well and alternated between reading on kindle and listening to the audiobook.

(If you have a kindle and like audiobooks you really should try whyspersync.  It is Amazon’s ability for you to move seamlessly between your kindle and audible.com audiobook without losing your place. I have started using it quite a bit.)

This edition of the book opens with an introduction by Arthur C Clarke.  He read the introduction in 2000 (when he was 82 and 8 years before he died.)  In audio, it is actually him reading the introduction and his age is evident.  I had no idea that the book and the movie were written together at the same time.  Clarke and Kubrick made changes to each in order to incorporate elements from one into the other.  But there are differences and I will go back and watch the movie soon.

It is always interesting reading historical books about the future.  There are always accurate assumptions, but so much is also wrong.  The flight to the moon at the beginning of the book shows the sexism of the times with a young female flight attendant.  And in the description of the moon base it talks about the expense of having 8 different options of images of Earth that you could put in your apartment’s “window”.  Clarke couldn’t conceive of the ability of digital storage being so cheap that unlimited image storage would be possible.

Once I finished the book I am pretty sure I never watched (or read) 2010 or 3001.  I need to pick those up.

2001: A Space Odyssey Purchase Links: Paperback, Kindle Edition, Audible.com Audiobook

Audiobook is discounted to $1.99 with purchase of Kindle Book and the Kindle Version is lendable.  If you want to borrow the kindle edition leave a comment below.

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Enough Good News by Audrey McKay

244 pages, 30 of 32 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

Sidra Lyons has it all; a great family, a wonderful life and a new relationship with an amazing man. Life for her is pure bliss and she doesn’t think God could bless her any better if He tried.

When the father she’s had little contact with over the last 30 years shows up and announces he has a daughter from a previous relationship, (a relationship he had while married to her mother) Sidra’s life begins to make some interesting turns.

The sisters embark on a journey of love and self discovery. Will they be able to look past their differences and form a real family? Only time will tell. (Fiction)

10 Keys to Happy & Loving Relationships by Krystal Kuehn

56 pages, 10 of 14 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

The 10 Keys to Happy and Loving Relationships provides essential relationship building tools to help you develop healthy relationships.  You will discover relationship building tools to help make all your relationships more fulfilling, harmonious and successful. Whether it is a spouse, friend, co-worker, son/daughter, girlfriend/boyfriend, or casual acquaintance, you will discover that you can have happy, loving, healthy relationships.

Healthy relationships bring joy and peace to our lives.  Healthy relationships help us to love and be loved. In 10 Keys to Happy and Loving Relationships, you will be taken on a personal journey to discover how you can better communicate the 10 key attributes of love as you relate to others. You will be empowered with relationship building tools that will help you replace unhealthy patterns with new, healthy and effective ways to communicate, connect with and love others. And you will discover how to communicate and experience genuine love and true happiness in ways that will change you, your relationships and your life forever!

Happy and loving relationships are healthy relationships!

The Maze – The Lost Labyrinth (Suspense Thriller) by Jason Brannon

300 pages, 16 of 19 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

A near death experience transports Jamie Burroughs into The Maze, a realm built by angels and demons and filled with traps and riddles for those haunted by their mistakes.

For Jamie, The Maze becomes a terrifying journey through a world of darkness where his soul and the lives of those he loves hangs in the balance. With his family in danger and his soul in peril, Jamie is forced to reevaluate the kind of man he truly is as he struggles to escape The Maze before it’s too late.

A Sinner’s Cry by Rose Jackson-Beavers

310 pages, 14 of 15 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

Denise Reese’ s life seems as if it is on a sure course to perfection, until a single phone call crushes her reality and leaves her heartbroken and vulnerable. As she attempts to rebuild her shattered life, Denise seeks solace in the confines of the church that she’d walked out of years ago and swore to never return. As she struggles to gain redemption, the ringing of her phone continues to haunt her and impede her progress. In the midst of her struggles she receives support from the newly appointed pastor, the handsome James Davis. While the two attempt to walk the right path, they must combat the lies and deception that those closest to them are spreading. Once Denise learns to decipher between lust and love, she realizes, even from a struggling sinner, God hears sincere cries.

Razed by Paula Wiseman

390 pages, 25 of 27 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled 

Doug Bolling lost his wife of twenty years just as their stormy marriage was beginning to thrive, and he bitterly blames God. He tries to reconnect with his son, but it seems Mark is only interested if the relationship comes wrapped in religion. Mark claims he’s just following God when he moves his family, including Doug’s grandsons, further away, first to pastor, then to attend seminary. With frustrated resignation, Doug turns his attention to building a new life and a new home for himself and interior designer, Cassandra Grayson. The conflict erupts as Mark is preparing to leave for the mission field in Kenya. He delivers an ultimatum, cutting off all contact between his kids and their grandfather. God may have ripped away his wife and his son, but Doug draws the line at his grandchildren. Mark’s attempt to force him to choose between the woman he loves and the grandkids he adores, drives Doug to one fateful desperate act, even if it means destroying his relationship with his son.

Emperor Constantine and His Influence on the Course of Christianity by Rhys Gronow

21 pages, 2 of 4 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

It is largely agreed that Constantine had a dramatic effect on the development of Christianity, that he undeniably altered its future, identity and DNA.

Constantine took a significant interest in the Christian faith and its church, deciding to become very involved in establishing the church within his empire; but why? What was Constantine’s motivation for doing so?

Was Constantine God’s agent on a mission to deliver the early Church from fierce persecution? Was one of his greatest achievements that he helped to establish a foundation for Christianity and its message to be heard around the world?

Or was he a pagan who used the gospel for his own ends and led the Church into a compromised condition that would last for centuries?

Chloe by Cleveland McLeish

246 pages, 1 of 1 reviews is 4-star, Lending Enabled

When Chloe Cleopatra Taylor accepts Jesus Christ as her lord and savior, the last thing she expects is to start seeing her dead father. Patrick Taylor supposedly perished in a car accident on the way to the hospital the day she was born. Her own mother, Cleopatra, told her so. But Chloe can’t ask her mother about it. When they talk, all they do is fight.

Cleopatra’s affections are reserved for her cigarettes, booze, and abusive boyfriends. Cleopatra drinks to drown sorrows Chloe can’t fathom. Chloe has no idea that she could be the product of a nightmare or that her mother is trying to cope with a lifetime of unforgivable mistakes. Their relationship is a train wreck, but Cleopatra is still her mother.

Chloe has a lot on her plate. Between avoiding her crotchety boss, balancing her new found faith, achieving her dream of being an author, and trying to fend off the affections of the persistent James Jones, she hardly has time to sleep, let alone solve the mystery of her “undead” father. But she doesn’t have a choice. Strange things start happening to Chloe, and Patrick appears to be the culprit behind them. She wakes up without remembering going to sleep. She finds herself in places and does not recall how she got there. She can’t dream and she can’t die.

Things don’t add up… but Chloe seems to be the only one who recognizes that.

The deeper Chloe delves for information, the less clear things become. With James close by, Chloe embarks on a journey of self-discovery. In the end, Chloe finds that she and her mother have more in common than they realize.

Good Questions Have Small Groups Talking – Ezra by Josh Hunt

92 pages, 1 of 1 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

5 ready-to-use lessons on biblical book of Ezra.

Each lesson consists of 20 or so ready-to-use questions that get groups talking. Answers are provided in the form of quotes from respected authors such as John Piper, Max Lucado and Beth Moore.

These lessons will save you time as well as provide deep insights from some of the great writers and thinkers from today and generations past. I also include quotes from the same commentaries that your pastor uses in sermon preparation.

Ultimately, the goal is to create conversations that change lives.

The Quilt by T Davis Bunn

128 pages, 1 of 1 reviews are 4-star, Lending Enabled

A Truly Beautiful Story That Transcends Time and Place

The Quilt is the story of Mary, an elderly grandmother whose gnarled, arthritic hands have a beauty all their own. They represent so many skills, so many memories, so many stories to be told. Anyone who had met Mary described her as beautiful–she had always been there to listen and comfort and encourage those who were in pain, those who had lost their way. And yet in the twilight of her days, Mary felt a gentle yearning in her heart, the whisper of a melody she strained to hear…. There was something left undone.When Mary becomes convinced that the task still unfinished is to make one more very special quilt, with every stitch sewn in prayer and thankfulness, the impact on her family and the surrounding community cannot be contained. No one who gets involved with this quilting project will ever be quite the same again!

God’s Word, Your Voice – How to Speak Blessings and the Promises of God Over Your Son’s Life by Becky Van Volkinburg

66 pages, 5 of 5 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled, Previously Free 

An easy to use book that gives you specific scriptures geared towards different areas of your son’s life (i.e. fear, provision, salvation). These scriptures are put into declaration form, helping you to speak blessing and life over your son. *Please note – This book has the same text and scriptures as “God’s Word, Your Voice – How To Speak Blessing and the Promises of God Over Your Daughter’s Life” and “God’s Word, Your Voice – How To Speak Blessing and the Promises of God Over Your Children’s Lives”only the scriptures are made specific to sons.

Sincerely, Jesus by Edward Goble

144 pages, 3 of 3 reviews are 4 or 5-star, Lending Enabled

Can you imagine thumbing through your daily mail and finding a letter from Jesus Christ? Not a prank, not a hoax, but the genuine article – a letter from heaven, from the risen Lord, written personally to you and your church. If hearing from God sounds intriguing, then this little book is for you. Several decades after His death, burial, resurrection and ascension, Jesus revealed Himself, in a vision from heaven, to the apostle John. Jesus directed John to write as He dictated seven letters to seven communities of faith scattered around Asia Minor. These personal notes are found in Revelation chapters two and three. In Sincerely, Jesus we will look at the amazing relevance each letter holds for life in the twenty-first century. All Jesus asks of us is to read with a listening heart and a willingness to make the adjustments, both in our personal lives, and in our churches, that the Holy Spirit prescribes.

Journal of an Eyewitness by Ken Klopper

250 pages, 1 of 1 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

Wisdom is a Heart Thing by BL Landis

144 pages, 1 of 1 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled, Previously Free 

Where are the wise? In this world now saturated with learning, technology and communication are we getting any wiser? Are the graduates of high schools and colleges armed with wisdom when they leave? Knowledge is not the same as wisdom. People are ravenous information seekers, but where is the life changing wisdom? Education and technology don’t seem to quell the erosion of the moral fabric of our society or fill the hungers within mankind. In the Christian world you might hear that Christ is the answer, but how? How is Christ the answer? He is the answer because He is God’s wisdom to man. True wisdom is found in Him and accessed through Him.

We find Jesus introduced as the Savior or the Messiah. He is called the Lamb of God, or the Son of God. Around the Holidays He is presented as the Prince of Peace or Wonderful Counselor. These and many others are all correct portrayals of Him, but there is one more that you don’t hear as often. He is also Wisdom. God’s wisdom is where the power lies to change lives and circumstances.

Jesus Christ is the channel for this powerful, amazing, healing and life changing wisdom to come into our lives and impact our world. Wisdom is a heart thing and Jesus Christ is the pathway to it.

Love, Not Otherwise Classified: Tested for Life by Grace Marie Lohng

160 pages, 1 of 1 reviews are 4-star, Lending Enabled

Any Christian that wants to grow in their faith, should find this book Inspirational. However, those that have been Persecuted for their Faith, been a victim of Abuse or Domestic Violence, or battled Depression, will readily identify with this most unusual story of a woman born in poverty to a mentally ill mother, who overcame constant adversity to become a Missionary and travel to more than Ten Countries. SHE OFTEN USES HUMOR TO TELL OF HER STRUGGLES, IN THIS EASY-TO-READ, FAST-PACED BOOK.

The book consists of the Memoir and a 30 Page Supplemental Self-Help Section (available only in the Paperback Edition), which provides Step by Step Guidance for Persons suffering or recovering from Abusive situations of all types including Mental Illness. (The 6 x 9 size with crisp formatting, makes an appropriate gift book for someone that you know needs the information, but is not likely to buy the book for themselves.)

Nearly suffering the ultimate price for her Faith in the mission field, the author struggled to understand a God whose Love allows suffering.

While the book is very religious, even non-Christian’s can take something away from it, as this is about a real life – not just Christian rhetoric that sometimes denies the harsh realities of our modern world.

Sugar and Grits by Martha Rogers, Janice Thompson and Kathleen Y’Barbo

1 of 1 reviews are 5-star, Lending Enabled

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I have not read any of these books, so they may not be any good.  Some of the Free Christian Kindle Books from previous Free Book posts or previous Kindle Deal posts are still available.

As always please check to make sure the books are still free or on sale before you “buy” them. Prices can change quickly.  This may be a one day offer. Pick it up quick. If you do buy a book and realize later you have been charged for it, here is a guide on how to return a kindle book.

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Customer review: “A very entertaining and lively book.”

Deal Price: $1.99

Audiobook is discounted to $1.99 with purchase of Kindle Book

Marked by Moonlightby Sharie Kohler

Customer review: “A fast paced tale of a newly infected lycan.”

Deal Price: $0.99

Science Fiction & Fantasy Daily Deal Teens Daily Deal Kill the Deadby Richard Kadrey

Customer review: “This is gritty noir writing.”

Deal Price: $0.99

Audiobook is discounted to $3.99 with purchase of Kindle Book

The Anti-Promby Abby McDonald

Customer review: “It will be a Prom night to remember.”

Deal Price: $1.99

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