Books in Art of the Story series

A luminous collection of heartbreaking, startling, and gloriously unique stories set amongst the Filipino communities of California and the Philippines—now with a new preface by the author Monstress stands as a landmark of American multicultural short fiction. Lysley Tenorio’s tales are framed by tense, fascinating dichotomies: tenderness and power, the fantastical and the realistic, pop culture and high culture, the American and the Filipino. Tenorio balances these opposites with rare skill, humor, and deep understanding, exploring universal themes—the sometimes-suffocating ties of family, the melancholy of isolation, the need to find connections—with uncommon empathy and breathtaking originality.

From inspirational author Max Lucado comes this lovely retelling of the Easter story in a large format book perfect for sharing.Gather the family around for this beautiful retelling of the Easter story and watch Jesus’ final days on earth come to life. In The Easter Story for Children young readers see the events of holy week and Easter unfold in words written especially for young ones. Featuring the beautiful artwork of Fausto Bianchi, the story comes alive with reverence and emotion.The Easter Story for Children:Written by Max LucadoTaken from The Story for ChildrenFeatures beautiful, full-color artwork by Fausto BianchiLarge format for easy sharing with groups both large and small

This new entry in the innovative "Story" line of chapter-book biographies features Ira Aldridge, an African American actor considered one of the greatest Shakespearean performers of the nineteenth century, and an outspoken advocate for the abolitionist movement in the United States.Ira Aldridge dreamed of being on stage, performing the great works of William Shakespeare. He spent every chance he got at the local theaters, memorizing each actor's lines for all of the great plays. Ira knew he could be a famous performer if given the chance. But in the early 1800s, only white actors were allowed to perform Shakespeare. African American actors had to play in musicals at the all-black theater in New York City. Despite the discouragement of his teacher and father, Ira determinedly pursued his dream and set off for England, the land of Shakespeare. There he honed his acting skills and eventually performed at the acclaimed Theatre Royal Haymarket. Through perseverance and determination, Ira became one of the most celebrated Shakespearean actors in Europe, and a public supporter of the abolitionist movement. This chapter book edition includes black-and-white illustrations as well as sidebars on related subjects, a timeline, a glossary, and recommended reading.

Adventure. Humor. Drama. Now kids can discover God’s great love story in a new format! As you read, you will uncover the “big picture.” Kids will find out that God’s story is not just a collection of random adventures—it’s a complete story that tells about God’s great love for his people. Using the New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) of the Bible, The Story for Kids reads like a novel. Events, characters, and teachings are arranged in order to show God’s unfolding story. Kids will love reading the greatest story ever told! The Story for Kids is a unique edition of the New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) of the Bible done in story format to parallel the adult and teen editions of the church-wide campaign, The Story.

This is a small, softcover booklet with a big message.The Story of Jesus for Kids uses the clear, accessible language of the New International Reader's Version (NIrV) to tell the story of the most significant person who ever lived.Compelling and powerful, it’s also a compact, low-priced way to share the Jesus story in one seamless narrative. Great for giving away at outreach events and Easter services.Features include:Uses the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John from the New International Reader's Version (NIrV) of the BibleTells the "big picture" story of Jesus’ life and ministryEngaging illustrations throughout

This is a small, softcover booklet with a big message. The Story of Jesus: Teen Edition uses the clear, accessible language of the New International Version (NIV) to tell the story of the most significant person who ever lived. Compelling and powerful, it’s also a compact, low-priced way to share the Jesus story in one seamless narrative. The Story of Jesus: Teen Edition is one book that will be read again and again.

Dream of the Red Chamber, also called The Story of the Stone, composed by Cao Xueqin, is one of China's Four Great Classical Novels. It was written sometime in the middle of the 18th century during the Qing Dynasty. Long considered a masterpiece of Chinese literature, the novel is generally acknowledged to be the pinnacle of Chinese fiction. "Redology" is the field of study devoted exclusively to this work. The title has also been translated as Red Chamber Dream and A Dream of Red Mansions. The novel circulated in manuscript copies with various titles until its print publication, in 1791. While the first 80 chapters were written by Cao Xueqin, Gao E, who prepared the first and second printed editions with his partner Cheng Weiyuan in 1791–2, added 40 additional chapters to complete the novel.

Is there a story behind the daily drama of your life? Being a teenager isn’t always easy. From homework to after-school jobs to having to think about the future, life can feel chaotic. But did you know that the chaos and confusion, as well as the joys and excitements you experience, are part of God’s ordered plan? In this teen adaptation of God’s Story, Your Story, bestselling author Max Lucado explores the divine narrative in the New Testament, as well as several contemporary examples, to show how your everyday life is part of God’s bigger redemption story, and that God is there, no matter what you may face in your life. Real teen responses and real-life application questions are also included to help you further connect God’s narrative to your own. Because God’s story is your story―and he is adding to your chapter every day.

Great savings on four little Bible story board books! The Little Bible Books series combines a convenient size and vibrant illustrations with the classic, easy-to-understand text parents have come to expect from CandyCane Press. This boxed set includes: The Story of Jesus, The Story of Noah, The Story of Jonah, and The Story of the Ten Commandments. Author Patricia A. Pingry uses only about 200 words each to introduce children to these vital stories of the Bible. Ages 2-5.