Books published by publisher Word Alive Press

Winner of the Bronze Medal (Young Adult -Coming of Age) - 2011 Readers Favorite Awards and Finalist in the (Christian - General) category."You don't get it, Dylan! Ronnie was absolutely beautiful, smart, fun to be around...." "And you're not, is that what you're saying, Leigh?" Dylan stopped and spun her around. "Did Jake ever say that he liked Ronnie more than you?" "He didn't need to say it, I just knew..." Leigh would not look Dylan in the eyes. "You've got a huge chip on your shoulder, Leigh." Leigh was hurt by the tone of his voice but she had to admit that he was right... "Look, don't put yourself down...ever, at least not around me. I think maybe it was my baby sister who showed me to admire girls who don't take any crap from anyone. She was stubbornly pig headed...remember my tattoo?" Leigh nodded. "Maybe that's what Jake liked about Ronnie. She sounded like a girl who didn't care what the rest of the world thought of her, she did her thing anyway. Not saying she made all the right choices, but hey..." Dylan did not finish the sentence. He refused to make a judgement about the way Ronnie had led her life. "I'm not too sure about this Jake guy though. I'm worried when he realizes how dumb he was to let you go that if he ever comes back into your life, you'll dump me...but then again..." He paused and looked deeply into Leigh's eyes, "...maybe not. Give me a chance okay?" Before Leigh could react, Dylan leaned down and kissed her warmly on her lips. His eyelashes fluttered against her cheek. His lips were soft and she felt herself kissing him back. He lingered there for what seemed to Leigh like an eternity and then when he released her she thought her knees would buckle under her. Dylan looked at her, grinned and then said self-assuredly. "Bet that Jake guy never kissed you like that." Leigh had to agree. HEAL THE WOUNDED is the much-anticipated sequel to LYNN DOVE'S debut novel, SHOOT THE WOUNDED.

King Reuben is enjoying a peaceful reign when strange developments occur throughout his kingdom. First, two evil men from another country arrive with a traitorous plan. Then the king's boyhood friend Sir Castor disappears! Tirzah and her father Fletcher live a quiet life in their inn outside Exmoor City, but one day two strangers arrive bearing strange rings. Who are these men and why have they come to Exmoor? About the Author: Kliever grew up on a farm in Manitoba to a homeschooling family. She now lives in Alberta with her husband and growing family. She is the author of A Slave's Quest and The Battle Over a Prince, the first two volumes of The Chronicles of Exmoor.

Two individuals are led on a journey of self-discovery, awakening desires, and passions that cause them to make choices that may alter their futures. Allyson's desire is to deepen her relationship with God and grow in her understanding of the Bible, but suddenly her own beliefs and convictions are put to the highest test--a test that will determine the outcome of her faith and character. Will she have the courage to take a stand and do what is right before God, even if it means personal sacrifice and risking everything she's ever dreamed of attaining in life? Dixon's drive for fortune, fame, and daily pleasures leads him into an unexpected turn of events that ultimately shapes his destiny. But when a hidden file emerges with evidence against him, Dixon is given the opportunity to make a change. Will he attempt to destroy the evidence and protect his reputation? Or will he humble himself so healing can begin?

Oh! Where to start? Farmer Frickle Whizzlehipple was a guest on the evening news. His animals were thrilled and overjoyed and glued to their big screen set up especially for the broadcast with their beloved Farmer Whizzlehipple. He was asked, "Farmer Frickle Whizzlehipple, to what do you credit the success of your amazing farm?" Discover how one young farmer's great ideas and care for his animals led to his farm becoming an enormous success. Be inspired to think big too! Author Sandi Sellen lives in Country Villas, East St. Paul, Manitoba, with her husband, David and cat, Zoe. They have three married daughters, and four grandchildren. Illustrator Heather Maltman Dinwoodie lives with her husband, Murray, in Langley, British Columbia. They have three children and six grandchildren. Sandi and Heather are sisters.

When Petunia's dad gets a promotion, it means big changes for her family, including a move to a new town. Petunia is so upset about the move. She can't imagine leaving her school and all the friends she's made there! Join Petunia as she shares the news with her friends and see how all of them come to the rescue and help her get through this difficult time of transition.

The Big, Fat, Bald Head! was written for children whose loved one is about to go through chemotherapy treatment or is undergoing its effects. This book was inspired by the author's nine-year-old son who became hysterically upset by the thought of his mother losing her hair. This touching story uses a hint of humor to lighten the mood while preparing children for the journey. A good educational book for any child.

"Love the Wounded" by Lynn Dove is the final and dramatic conclusion to her brilliant Wounded Trilogy series that has followed the lives of teenagers Jake, Leigh, Mike, Dylan and Tim as they come to terms with a series of tragedies and events that have made each of them question why God allows "bad things to happen to good people". Leigh does not know who to choose...her heart tells her she will always love Jake, but he has changed so much since the death of their friend, Ronnie, and with his mother going through breast cancer, he has totally closed himself off from her emotionally. Now she is dating Dylan and try as she might to accept him for who he is, she can't stop thinking about Jake! Dylan has never gotten over the loss of his father and little sister, killed by a drunk driver when he was just a young boy. After a horrific accident that has put both Tim and his little brother, Evan in the hospital, everyone knows that not only is he being bullied at school; he cuts himself to cope with it all. But meeting Cassidy has given him the courage to stand up to the bullies and at the same time give her what she so desperately needs...a life-giving bone marrow transplant. Jake's mother keeps telling him that "God works all things out for good" but with all the things going on in his life and with his friends, he's just not sure anymore. It is only after Mike is paralyzed in a car accident that Jake was partially responsible for that all the families and friends will be brought back together, not by coincidence, but by God's design and then Jake will finally believe that God truly does "Love the Wounded". "A life of working with youth has inspired Lynn Dove, a Cochrane mother to turn her experiences into a book trilogy...(the Wounded Trilogy) series that parallels the struggles of students...(and) covers the angst of some of the real serious issues that teenagers face today, particularly with bullying and gossip. " -Rocky View Weekly- About the Author: Winner of a Canadian Christian Writing Award in 2011, Lynn Dove's debut novel, Shoot the Wounded, written for teens and young adults was a finalist in the 2010 Readers Favorite Book Awards. Heal the Wounded, released in 2010, the second book in this series won the Bronze Medal in the 2011 Readers Favorite Book Awards in the Young Adult - Coming of Age category. Love the Wounded is the final book in the "Wounded Trilogy."

What is a child to do? These eight parables, or tales in rhyme, deliver serious social messages in a fun and creative way. We visualize the positive actions to be taken on the following themes: "be a friend to have a friend", "selfishness is silliness", "fear is forgotten", "life can be good", "it is what we can do that matter", "we are all able", "confidence is catchy", and finally, "differences are delightful". Despite positive examples at home and school, children tend to lose sight of the ways and means to be good neighbours and friends. The contents of this book speaks not only to children, but to adults alike, about qualities we all wish to instill in our youth. "The dialogue is smooth flowing, natural sounding, and appropriate for the target market. The readers will love your rhyming patterns throughout. These rhyming patterns ensure that this material is easily read and remembered. Thank you for all of the hard work writing these rhyming patterns. Overall, I did enjoy these stories. Each story teaches a valuable lesson. I am impressed with your imagination. You do seem to understand what your readers want and need from a manuscript. The readers will love your choice of characters as well. I feel that these storylines are well thought out, well paced, and well written." - Cynthia Sherman, Writer's Children Literary Agency Group "Heather, I have to say your little book was an absolute delight to read! I liked all of your stories and your rhyme is wonderful. It was very melodic. Some of them had me laugh out loud. Each one is unique and I enjoy the fact that you gave each story its own flavor and even rhyming style. Not to mention the great lessons within. This is very well written and nicely organized. Wonderful stories, Heather. Great job!" - Editor Darya Crocket, Coastal Editing About the Author: Stewart earned her degree in Education and Guidance from a background in Behavioral Psychology and Childhood Education. For many years, she worked in both corporate and private businesses before returning to teach. In addition to being an occasional teacher within the local school board, she has lectured college students in Communication Skills and Human Resource Management for twenty years. For ten years, she has also counseled students with learning needs while facilitating human rights and equity in the workplace.

After a risky physics experiment transports the island University of Halcyon to a new world, engineer Dave Schuster and his fellow students struggle to survive in this alien, hostile environment. As tyrannical forces within the University use the catastrophe to strengthen their power and control, Dave encounters an even greater menace which threatens the very existence of their fledgling colony. About the Author: Peter Kazmaier is an acclaimed author of futuristic fiction. His experience as a researcher in chemistry enables him to bring authentic scientific insight to his much beloved series, The Halcyon Cycle. He lives with his wife Kathy in Mississauga. They spend their summers at their cottage on the Rideau Canal, near Seeley's Bay, Ontario.

Arly Graber didn't run away from home. Home ran away from her. Fifteen-year-old Arly is accustomed to her mother's occasional absences, brought about by her addictive lifestyle. This time, however, her mother doesn't return, leaving Arly without a permanent home. Arly is conflicted between loyalty to her mother and anger for being pressed into a life of deceit in order to survive. She finds occasional reprieve in the care of her next door neighbor Cheryl, but the relief is temporary since Cheryl has her own personal struggles to deal with. Ultimately Arly discovers that home is more than a place... and that we are never really alone. Author bio: Emilia Keller provides understanding and insight into the lives of people in conflict, especially those struggling with issues of personal faith and freedom. Her own journey, as well as her interaction with many who have undergone the same struggle, form the basis of her work. As a result, readers easily recognize and identify with the characters and situations in her stories.

Nine-year-old Lilly is devastated when her father becomes very sick. Grandpa shares the gripping story of Agnes the little swan: "Agnes felt defeated, powerless to do anything. She closed her eyes and tried to think about her mom and dad and the fun summer on the pond. Then she remembered her mother's words. She had power in her that was greater than the danger. "Up came her head. She watched the fox creep closer. She saw him crouch down, ready to spring. She heard the ice cracking under him, and she called out, 'Please, God, help me! I need You now!' "The fox laughed. 'Who do you think will help you? There is no one here but you and me, and I am about to eat you.' She ignored his mocking and said, 'The power in me is greater.' 'We will see about that," said the fox. Agnes remembered the word 'authority.' 'I'm in charge,' she said. 'With God there is nothing I cannot do,' she remembered." Agnes the swan, whose name means "little lamb," rose up in the authority God had given her, roared like a lion, and saved the whole flock. The Agnes story is a great tool for teaching children not only to have faith but also how to use it when life seems very difficult. About the Author: Mary Launchbury was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, and then moved to beautiful rural Orillia, Ontario, where she has resided for the last forty-five years. Mary is blessed to be the mother of four and one more, who joined the family as a young adult, and she is grandmother to eight blessings, with one more arriving shortly. A storyteller at heart, prompted by the encouragement of her grandchildren to record the stories they love to hear, Mary has finally put pen to paper and with Agnes has created the first edition of her "Marytales".