Old Birds

Jacob seems to be anything but a model disciple. He's a trickster, liar, and selfishly ambitious man who fathers children with four women and leads a dysfunctional family rife with jealousy and backstabbing. But Jacob is also Israel, the namesake of the Old Testament community of God, chosen and blessed. As such, this sinner-saint, who limps along with the Lord, burdened by weakness and beset by problems, is the mirror image of all of us who follow Jesus.

A collection of hilarious original audio stories for raising lots of laughs and giggles. These new stories are especially written for families to listen to, publishing to coincide with April Fool's Day! With more than an hour of audio, this edition is filled with funny and engaging sound effects, guaranteed to raise laughs from little listeners everywhere. This audiobook is aimed at children aged four and over, for family listening and learning and development for young minds.

Reading Reading the Old Testament can seem like exploring an old, mysterious mansion, packed with of all sorts of strange rooms. What does this odd and ancient world have to do with us, who are modern followers of Jesus? As it turns out, everything! Every chapter in the Old Testament, in a variety of ways, tells the story that culminates in Jesus the Messiah. What Christians today call the Old Testament is what Jesus and the earliest believers simply called the Scriptures.

Thornton Waldo Burgess (1874-1965) was a conservationist and author of children's stories. Burgess loved nature and its wild animals so much that he wrote about them for 50 years in books and his newspaper column. The delightful Adventures of Sammy Jay combines humorous animal escapades with gentle lessons about wildlife and nature, while The Burgess Bird Book for Children (1919) is a classic nature book which introduces young listeners to the subject of bird life by means of a series of interviews within a story....

A woman who loves to travel to casually fuck at adults only sex resorts decides to have some fun with two strangers on her flight that she ends up sitting in-between.

***If you loved Songbird Cottage Beginnings (available for free on Amazon), grab the rest of the series in this special boxed set.*** Amazon bestselling author Sylvia Price’s Pleasant Bay series is a feel-good read about family loyalties and second chances set on Canada’s picturesque Cape Breton Island. This series is perfect for those who enjoy sweet romances and countryside landscapes. Enjoy all these sweet romance books in one collection for the first time! Emma Copeland and her daughters, Claire and Isabelle, spend their summers at Songbird Cottage in Pleasant Bay, Nova Scotia. ...

'A fantastic writer.' Donald Ray Pollock 'Nigel Bird is fast becoming one of the top writers in his genre.' Luca Veste DIRTY OLD TOWN is the debut collection from the prize-winning writer Nigel Bird. His brilliantly observed slices of life allow us to visit places we may not normally choose to enter and to walk a few miles in the shoes of others. Though his tales have darkness at their core, they are also full of a heart and spirit that one rarely finds in the world or ‘noir’ or ‘crime-writing’. There are 9 stories here: Drinking Wine (Spo-Dee-Oh-Dee); Dirty Old Town; Sea Minor; ...

FREE for Kindle Unlimited members! From the author of "Joyful Trouble", No.1 Bestseller Children's Historical Fiction, No.1 Most Gifted Young Adult and Top reviewed Kindle Storyteller book. Is your child afraid of strange noises and dark places? Then this is the best read for your little one. Little Tail might be a small dog by size, but he's a brave little dog. What else has he discovered up North? Friend or foe? He soon learns that it is better to listen when being spoken to – even if a tiny bird addresses you. This is Book 8 in the Happy Friends Series. Book 9 in Happy Friends Series: ...

A collection of hilarious original audio stories for raising lots of laughs and giggles. These new stories are especially written for families to listen to, publishing to coincide with April Fool's Day! With over an hour of audio, this edition is filled with funny and engaging sound effects, guaranteed to raise laughs from little listeners everywhere. This audiobook is aimed at children aged three and over, for family listening and learning and development for young minds.

“A delightful beginning to a promising series that’s sure to appeal to teen readers who feel like outsiders.” — Kirkus Reviews Winner of 14 literary awards — including double finalist in the 21st annual Best Book Awards! From the author of The Death Wizard Chronicles comes a spellbinding new adventure for teens and adults alike. Do You Believe in Magic? is Book 1 of the Dark Circles trilogy — an award-winning coming-of-age fantasy bursting with heart, humor, and high-stakes heroism. Perfect for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson. Charlie is a 13-year-old ...

Do you already have a good grasp of the Old Testament? Wonderful. This book will be an enjoyable review. Do you not know the difference between the Bible and The Hobbit? Also fine. This book will be a helpful map into unknown territory. By the time we're done, you won't know all the ins and outs of the story, but you will have a strong grasp of the major movers and shakers. We will sit shotgun with patriarchs and prophets. Each one will take us a little farther down the Old Testament road until we get to the goal: to Jesus, the one in whom the whole story finds fulfillment and meaning.

These new stories are especially designed to be listened to before bed, helping the children wind down after a busy day of exploring and learning. Each story is a brand new adventure, ready to send you off to sleep! This edition is filled with soothing sound effects and relaxing music and is the perfect companion to the daily bedtime routine. This audiobook is aimed at children aged three and above.

A collection of hilarious original audio stories for raising lots of laughs and giggles. These new stories are especially written for families to listen to, publishing to coincide with April Fool's Day! With over an hour of audio, this edition is filled with funny and engaging sound effects, guaranteed to raise laughs from little listeners everywhere.

The Early Birds leave Florida and are on the road again. Their plans are to visit as much of the East Coast as possible during the summer months. Again, their forward motion is hindered, and they haven’t crossed the Georgia line. Most people would call their delay a Random Act of Kindness, but when you’re dealing with the Early Birds, they come up with their own name for helping humanity. “We’re Haphazardly Handing Out Hospitality. Wherever a need arises.” It shouldn’t surprise anyone, helping others occurs in the strangest places: A busy street corner, a laundry room, and even ...

Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya on their most exciting educational adventure yet! In this delightful addition to the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" children's series, three best friends embark on a fascinating journey to the seashore where they discover the wonders of migratory birds and marine life. Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this engaging story combines entertainment with valuable science learning. A Perfect Educational Story That Children Will Love When Maya's marine biologist aunt invites the friends to Pebble Beach on a special day that ...

What’s furry, feisty, and always one paw ahead of trouble? Meet Scruff McFluff — the scruffiest, cleverest squirrel this side of the fence. When birdseed starts vanishing from the backyard feeder, Scruff launches a full-blown investigation with his loyal (and slightly snack-obsessed) sidekick, Twitch. But this is no ordinary seed snatcher — cryptic notes, peanut butter spoons, mysterious tunnels, and shadowy figures point to a much bigger mystery beneath the mulch. Alongside a colorful cast of characters — including a pirate parrot, a toad with wisdom naps, and a glitter-wielding ...

Love can be sweet or kick you in the honey badger. Dr. Vi Keck is on track to become the Medical Director of the Flamingo Cove Hospital. When she refuses to perform an unethical procedure, she's suddenly suspended. Her promotion is in jeopardy, and she returns to the scene of her biggest heartbreak. Spencer Strickland is the most laid-back beekeeper you'll ever meet. The only things he takes seriously are his bees. Everything is fine until his high school sweetheart falls into his lap. Lands. Right. On. His. Junk. Not quite the second chance he's waited years for, but he'll take it. ...

From the award-winning author of The Death Wizard Chronicles comes a magical thrill ride for teens, adults, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of being more than ordinary. Do You Believe in Monsters? is Book 2 of the Dark Circles trilogy—a heart-pounding, monster-filled fantasy adventure perfect for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson. What if the fate of two worlds rested in the hands of one awkward, bullied teen? Charlie Magus was just trying to survive middle school—until he discovered a hidden waterfall that opened the door to a world of monsters, mayhem, and ...

A feel-good read about family loyalties and second chances set on Canada’s picturesque Cape Breton Island, this book is perfect for those who enjoy sweet romances and countryside landscapes. Emma Copeland and her daughters, Claire and Isabelle, spend their summers at Songbird Cottage in Pleasant Bay, Nova Scotia. While there, Emma enjoys the company of her ruggedly handsome neighbor, Sam MacAuley, but when something happens between them, she vows never to return to Songbird Cottage. When Emma turns fifty, she rushes into a marriage with smooth-talking Andrew Schönfeld, but when he ...

The spirit of an ancient witch haunts the woods outside Millsboro, Delaware. For two hundred years children have heard warnings about the old woman who would steal you away if you roamed her woods. What if the stories are true? What if she's still out there? Gifted child psychic Maggie Mumford is sure she is and is determined to stop her. But what would you do if you lost your child? It's a terrible question to even consider. Mollie Kehonk had to face a furture without her daughters in it. When the opportunity to snatch them back from the cold hand of death requires her to turn her back on ...