Editorial: Alien Ebooks
A short story collection chronicling William’s larger than life adventures. William, a lovable imp, is unapologetically childish in a manner that seems to annoy all of the adults around him. No matter what he does, he usually ends up in trouble. But the trouble usually ends well with no long-term consequences for him.
A cozy tale of winter hope and joy, from award-winning and New York Times-bestselling duo Philip and Erin Stead, perfect for fans of The Snowy Nap and The Mitten. A Snow Day for Amos McGee features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun!“Charles Everett's deep-voiced narration gives a storyteller's tone to this audiobook. His voice combines with bright, cheery music to welcome listeners into the third tale of elderly zookeeper Amos and his animal friends.”—AudioFileAmos McGee, the friendly zookeeper, loves spending time with his good friends no matter the season. When snow in the forecast never arrives, he decides to head home and hope it comes another day. But when overnight a surprise snowfall blankets the town in fluffy white, what shall his lovable squad of animals do? Visit Amos and play in the snow, of course!Amos and his familiar companions are back for this delightfully snowy tale—the latest follow-up to the Caldecott Medal winner A Sick Day for Amos McGee.A Macmillan Audio production from Roaring Brook PressVer libro
Saint Bridget of Sweden was one of the most privileged mystics in the history of the Church. Born to a wealthy family, she was given in marriage to a pious and good-hearted nobleman, with whom she raised eight children, including the future Saint Catherine of Sweden. When her husband died, Bridget founded an order of nuns, the Order of the Most Holy Savior, more commonly called the Bridgettines. She labored until her death to spread her order and boost morality and devotion in the decadent 14th-century Church. She also labored to bring the papacy back to Rome from Avignon. In all her efforts, she was wise, charitable, and outstanding in sanctity.Devout from a young age, Saint Bridget also received numerous visions of Our Lord and Our Lady, including intimate details of Our Lady's early life, the Holy Family in Nazareth, and the Passion, as well as prayers the famous 15 Prayers attributed to her, popular devotions in the late Middle Ages and our own era. The Magnificent Prayers of Saint Bridget of Sweden collects these prayers and presents them for the modern devotee.Do not miss these stirring and vivid prayers from one of the greatest foundresses and mystics of the Church's history. Imbued throughout St. Bridget's life, and thus these prayers of hers, is the undeniable spirit of piety, devotion, and saintliness that characterized her earthly life—and by which she merited to become privy to sublime mysteries. Let, then, her insights penetrate you through the recitation of these meditative orations.Ver libro
The goats love to graze and play all day on the sunny hillside. But when it's time to trek to the cooler breezes of the seaside for their evening rest, Littlest Mano says he isn’t tired of playing yet! How will Mama Goat keep Littlest Mano with the group so they can all settle down together for the night?Ver libro
There must be someone else out there. In the cold, in the dark, in the vastness of space there can't be just one lonely species peering out into the void; but if there's others, where are they? Now an alien probe has been found and it's point of origin calculated, so a state of the art ship has been sent to take the first step, to make first contact.Ver libro
In a world filled with uncertainty and challenges, one man's unwavering faith transformed the lives of countless individuals. Elisha: The Prophet Who Turned Ordinary Into Extraordinary brings to life the remarkable story of Elisha, a prophet whose miracles defied nature, defied expectations, and ultimately changed the course of history. From his humble beginnings as a farmer's son to his divine calling as a prophet, Elisha's life was marked by extraordinary acts of faith and power. He parted rivers, healed the sick, raised the dead, and provided abundance where there was none. But beyond the awe-inspiring miracles, Elisha's legacy lies in his unshakeable trust in God and his relentless pursuit of justice, compassion, and restoration. This book delves deep into Elisha's journey—exploring the moments that defined his ministry, the powerful encounters that shaped his faith, and the lessons he imparted to those around him. Through vivid storytelling and historical insight, Elisha: The Prophet Who Turned Ordinary Into Extraordinary will inspire you to see the potential for greatness in your own life, no matter how ordinary the circumstances may seem. Discover how a simple farmer became one of the most powerful voices of God’s will, and how his miracles still speak to us today. If you're seeking inspiration, spiritual growth, or a deeper understanding of how faith can transform the mundane into the miraculous, this book is for you. Join Elisha on his extraordinary journey, and find the power to turn your own life from ordinary to extraordinary.Ver libro
The next stunning novel from Donna Barba Higuera, author of Newbery and Pura Belpré Award-winning The Last Cuentista This is the story as it was told to me by Leandro the Mighty For over 400 years, the world has been a barren wasteland. The few humans that survive scrape together an existence in the cruel city of Pocatel—or go it alone in the wilderness beyond, filled with wandering spirits and wyrms. They don’t last long. 13-year-old pickpocket Leandro and his sister Gabi do what they can to forge a life in Pocatel. The city does not take kindly to Cascabeles like them—the descendants of those who worked the San Joaquin Valley for generations. When Gabi is caught stealing precious fruit from the Pocatelan elite, Leandro takes the fall. But his exile proves more than he ever could have imagined—far from a simple banishment, his consciousness is placed inside an ancient drone and left to fend on its own. But beyond the walls of Pocatel lie other Alebrijes like Leandro who seek for a better world—as well as mutant monsters, wasteland pirates, a hidden oasis, and the truth. From Donna Barba Higuera comes another novel and imaginative world to astonish us and hold a mirror to our own.Ver libro
