Books with author Michael L. Ross

Is the grass greener on the other side of the train window? Even a brief brush with a stranger can change our lives. It's 1970, and Perry feels adrift in turbulent times: his father is missing in action in Vietnam, his mother is studying to become a nurse in the city, his older sister has become a peacenik in college. Traveling between his hometown, where he lives with his grandmother, and his mother's house in Cincinnati, Perry notices Steve, whose farm lies on the B&O railroad line. Steve likes to race the train as it blows by his fields; Steve skillfully sends his collie after an escaped cow; Steve watches the Cincinnatian, longing for its speed, longing for adventure. In alternating voices, Michael J. Rosen's poems weave a tale of two boys—one wishing for the stability of home, the other yearning to travel—and the unexpected impact of their fleeting encounter.

Nothing lifts a woman's spirit like a good friend who knows where she's coming from. Here's an encouraging six-week devotional shared by women who "live their faith out loud." Featuring the stories and wisdom of contemporary Christian artists like Point of Grace, Rebecca St. James, Nichole Nordeman, and Jaci Velasquez, this unique book focuses on the challenges and joy of living out a true faith at today's pace. In weekly segments, Faith That Breathes for Women focuses on God's desire to build courage, influence, beauty, purity, and purpose into each woman's life--to create women with a living, breathing faith. Looking for a living, breathing faith? See how that works in the lives of your sisters in the contemporary Christian music world.

Many youngsters wish for a canine companion—but many instructional books are geared toward adults or more advanced readers! Providing an insightful and accessible look at several aspects of dog ownership, A Dog's Life highlights how to train, care for, and understand our loyal four-legged companions. Each book offers a brief tutorial on a different topic and works with the others to compile a comprehensive yet introductory guide to such issues as what motivates a dog, methods of proper handling and grooming, and how to interpret behaviors, facial expressions, and vocalizations. Vibrant, relatable photos feature an array of dogs and are sure to entice humans and canines alike! An instructional guide to handling dogs, this title touches on how to pet, lift, and groom a dog and informs young dog owners what to expect from the loyal, loving animals.