Books with author Dan Davis

Sherman, a young ram in the Good Shepherd's flock, longs for adventure and acceptance by his peers. Heedless of his father's warnings, Sherman heads up the mysterious mountain only to encounter strange new enticements and dangers on its slopes. Like Pilgrim's Progress this exciting allegory chronicles a young soul's awakening. For youth striving to discover their own beliefs and values, the adventure of Sherman and his friends is an unforgettable journey to God's Country! An excellent story to read together as a family, class or small group. PRAISE for The Dangerous Journey of Sherman the Sheep: Beautifully written. I highly recommend using it in a setting, either family or group, where you can take time to reflect and share on what has been read.... A must-read! ~ The Old Schoolhouse Magazine I love this book. They say it's for 'tweens' but... this is the FIRST non-picture book my six-year-old has been willing to sit still for! Each chapter led to great discussions. ~ Dena Wood, HomeSchoolBlogger I hope parents take the time to read this wonderful book with their children. Davis captures the excitement of Sherman's travels page after page. There are numerous opportunities to use Sherman's adventures to discuss the temptations of our own world. ~ Just 4 Kids Magazine I enjoyed Sherman's adventures as he journeyed into faith. ~ B.H., Youth Worker Journal Written in an entertaining and engaging style. I recommend this book to anyone working with students third grade to middle school. ~ Jerry Kinder, Christian School principal I was drawn in by the style, gentle pace and character of this charming tale. There is drama aplenty. ~ Hilary Cockshaw, ChristianMums A comfortable way to open up dialog about some hard issues. ~ Linda Martinson, teacher I like this book because it has action, suspense and drama. ~ Sam, student It was funny and sad. ~ Kyndal, student

The old saying "The Sense God Gave a Goose" comes to life in this delightful series of books. The God-given "sense" includes values we all would like our children to learn. Forgiveness, encouraging and caring for each other are just some of these wonderful qualities. Come along on many adventures with our favorite geese, Allie, Eli, Annabelle, and many others as they venture through experiences where someone who is hurt needs help, someone needs a friend, and a variety of things that young geese learn to help them live together in a community of mutual support.

After a horrific car accident that left her dead for several minutes, June quickly learned that she didn’t come back from the other side alone. At only twenty-seven, she was now wheelchair-bound, living alone in a small apartment in Boston’s north end. As a summer nor’easter rolls in and the day nurse says goodbye, she is left to deal with the shadows and darkness by herself. When the power goes off, the dark entities make themselves known, growing stronger by the power of the raging storm. Another feeding on a soul of a dying person nearby would put them over the edge, June fears. But how will she keep that from happening? The sudden sounds of a fight downstairs has her concerned, and as the night and attacks by the shadow people progress, it looks like a losing battle. Is her ex-con neighbor still alive? Can she make it to daybreak?

They killed his wife! His assistants are undead! Is it myth or monster that plagues this peculiar place?If you have a macabre sense of humor, why not give a listen to this Burtonesque tale and see if the undertaker does indeed get his revenge!It was a land and time far, far away, or so the story goes. Hear the notable narrator tell the tale of the undertaker and his race for revenge and retaliation. Meet the campy and capricious characters that occupy the quaint town along the way. But do be careful to keep an eye out for those double-headed dogs, mind you. Even the deviant doctor couldn’t keep the town, teeming with those twisted types safe from harm. Will the undertaker find the fiends or will he merely go mad? More importantly, will you be brave enough to make to the end of the freakish fable?

Michael and Maeve are about to renew their vows in the big, beachside wedding Maeve always dreamed of when Rhiannon’s unexpected arrival threatens to derail their plans. Will Rhiannon be able to win Mike back, or will his new love for Maeve be stronger than his old feelings for his high school sweetheart? The fates once conspired to change Michael’s dreams. Are they now conspiring to set his Dreams Adrift?