This week Tricia Goyer talks with her co-host Mike Nawrocki and Professor/Producer Steve Taylor about the latest news in the Dead Sea Squirrels series of books and animated shows. Hint: there's a lot more coming!

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This week on the Mike & Tricia Podcast, we sit down with award-winning Christian author Allen Brokken to talk about his bestselling middle-grade fantasy series, Light of Mine, part of the popular Towers of Light Christian adventure books for kids.

In this powerful Christian fantasy story for middle readers, siblings Lauren (12), Aiden (9), and Ethan (5) are left alone on their family farm after their parents mysteriously disappear. When the children discover the Armor of God, they realize that protecting the Tower of Light may be the only way to bring their parents home—and stop the encroaching darkness threatening their community.

As strange visitors arrive, a hooded figure trespasses on the farm, and a new bishop takes over the church, the children must learn to tell friend from foe. Armed with three holy weapons, the help of faithful blessed pets, and their growing trust in God, they stand against the Dark One’s forces in a battle between light and darkness.

Perfect for fans of Little House on the Prairie, classic family-centered adventures, and faith-based fantasy stories, Light of Mine blends Christian values, action, and heartwarming sibling relationships in a way that resonates with readers of all ages.

Why Christian families love this series:

• Ideal for upper elementary and middle school students
• Great for Christian school libraries and homeschool families
• Includes reading comprehension questions and a free 4-week unit study
• Reinforces themes of faith, courage, family, and spiritual growth

What reviewers are saying:

“Every child who can read chapter books has read this book as quickly as they could… We highly recommend this book!” — Erin Slocum, Homeschool Mom

“Light of Mine is a strong choice for Christian families. Perfect for upper-elementary and middle-grade readers.” — Jane Mouttet, The Library Lady’s Kid Lit

This week on the podcast, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer welcome authors Troy Schmidt and Dan Lynch to discuss ESCAPE, the newest release in their bestselling middle-grade time-travel adventure series, THE SEVEN.

THE SEVEN is an action-packed, faith-based series for middle readers that follows a group of kids who discover extraordinary powers—each tied to the biblical gifts of the Spirit. As the series unfolds, the kids find one another, uncover their purpose, and unite to stop a powerful villain determined to rewrite and disrupt key moments in Bible history.

In Book Six, ESCAPE, Josh and the team travel back to the time of the Wise Men shortly after the birth of Jesus. Their mission: prevent the dangerous Dr. Bales from carrying out King Herod’s deadly plans. This high-stakes adventure blends biblical events, suspense, and fast-paced action perfect for young readers who love history, mystery, and time-travel stories.

One of the standout features of THE SEVEN series is its commitment to accurate biblical history and archaeology, helping young readers explore the truth behind Scripture. Each book also includes a hidden secret code for readers to decipher—rewarding careful reading and adding an interactive puzzle element to the adventure.

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The Bible for Kids is now a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org