Books published by publisher Focus on the Family Pub

This Odyssey book series explores the history of the much-loved character John Avery Whittaker. The series introduces newcomers to the larger world of Odyssey. For readers who are already Odyssey-philes, the novels provide the history of the franchise’s most important character.Whit and his family (father, Harold; stepmother, Fiona; half-sister, Charlie) have just moved to Provenance, NC, in the middle of the Great Depression. Harold will be teaching at nearby Duke University. Not-quite-10-year-old Johnny soon makes a friend in Emmy, who lives across the street and joins him in his adventures. At his new school, he encounters a bully who makes his life miserable, and he makes a new friend in Huck, the custodian. Both of them play key roles in the mysteries and action.The central mystery in book 1 involves Confederate gold missing since the end of the Civil War and the question of whether Johnny’s ancestor was the coward and thief who stole it, as everyone believes.

Over 1 million sold in series!When kids step into the Imagination Station, they experience an unforgettable journey filled with action-packed adventure and excitement. Each book whisks readers away on the adventure with cousins Patrick and Beth to embark on a new journey around the world and back in time.In Rescue on the River, the third book in a three-part story arc focusing on Civil War America, cousins Patrick and Beth attend Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration and discover that their friend’s brother Kitch is a slave in South Carolina. The cousins search for Kitch as they travel down the Combahee River with Harriet Tubman. They help with the secret mission of the Second South Carolina Volunteers, an African American unit. Will they be able to find and rescue Kitch?

Over 1 million sold in series!Kids will experience an unforgettable journey filled with action-packed adventure that will inspire their imagination. When they step into the Imagination Station, they’ll be whisked away with Patrick and Beth to embark on a journey around the world and through time.Visit a medieval castle and “see” a joust in Revenge of the Red Knight; travel to the Holy Land with David in Showdown with the Shepherd; and join in on the first Thanksgiving feast in Problems in Plymouth.

Otter B Brave is the third in a series of six children’s picture books that are intended to teach young children basic biblical character traits. In this book, Otter is afraid to do show-and-tell at school. After Otter’s dad tells him that God gives us friends to help us be less afraid, Otter decides to use his friend as his show-and-tell item. Each book in the series ends with a rhyme that reinforces the book’s theme:“If you are feeling nervousAnd you’re shaky in the knees,Try asking God to make you braveIt’s how you Otter Be!”

There’s never a dull moment in the town of Odyssey! From a mysterious police investigation to an internship at a funeral home, every situation leads to unexpected results. When Zoe Grant and Olivia Parker start a new talk show, they reluctantly choose Jay Smouse as their first guest. But his talent of stuffing his mouth with jelly beans leads to frantic and frightening consequences. An impromptu Parker family picnic turns into an unusual opportunity for David as he decides to go to extreme lengths to prove a point to his kids about initiative.Meanwhile, Morrie Rydell has a few tricks up his sleeve as he decides to see just how far Olivia will go to keep a promise. And Buck and the Meltsners face a sudden dilemma when a social worker questions Eugene and Katrina’s role as Buck’s guardians. Don’t miss out on a single shock, twist, or turn as the folks in Odyssey learn about fame, friendship, family, and more in these six exciting stories. It’s no surprise that you never know what will happen next when you have an adventure in Odyssey!

Over 1 million sold in series!When they step into the Imagination Station, kids experience an unforgettable journey filled with action-packed adventure. With each book, readers are whisked away with cousins Patrick and Beth to embark on a new journey around the world and back in time.This easy-to-read adventure is number 19 in the successful series that has now sold over 1 million books. The Imagination Station has been acting wonky for several adventures now, handing out the wrong gifts and traveling unexpected paths. Patrick and Beth must call upon their courage, strength, and resilience in order to help others and survive real dangers that threaten them as they travel through time and space to encounter the prophet Daniel and the deadly lions’ den.

Over 1 million sold in series!“The Egyptians believe that whoever opens a tomb will be cursed!”The hot sun and sand of ancient Egypt await Patrick and Beth in their next Imagination Station adventure. The cousins are caught between a terrible ruler and a nation bound for slavery. To help their new friend Tabitha, the cousins must seek out a great secret―one that will give hope to her family and future generations. Their search takes them to an ancient burial vault and . . . a mummy! But the vault is a confusing maze, filled with traps and mysterious symbols. Will the cousins ever get out again to share a life-changing hope?

Otter B Taking Turns is the fifth in a series of six children’s books that are intended to teach young children basic biblical character traits. In this book, Otter learns to take turns with his friends at the playground.Each book includes an appropriate Bible verse, and Otter B Taking Turns ends with this rhyme about the lesson:“When it’s time to play with friends, whether one, or two, or three, show God’s love by taking turns. It’s how you Otter Be!”

Otter B Kind is the second in a series of six children’s books that are intended to teach young children basic biblical character traits. In this book, Otter is upset when his friend Franklin the frog can’t play with him because he’s sick. He decides to make Franklin a present to cheer him up. Each book in the series ends with a rhyme that reinforces the book’s theme:“Kindness doesn’t cost a thingAnd thoughtfulness is free.So when you have a chance, be kind.It’s how you Otter Be!”

A Hero’s Prayer is the first in a series of five 18-page picture books for boys ages 4 to 8 that will help young boys understand their identity in God and their relationship with Him. Each book conveys a single Bible principle in a fun way and ends with “A Letter from My King” (God’s message to the child) and a “Treasure of Truth” (an applicable Bible verse).In A Hero’s Prayer, Isaac wants to be a superhero so he can help others. After giving his snack to a girl who couldn’t afford to buy her favorite treat, Isaac learns that he already is a hero, because true heroes have hearts like God’s.