Books published by publisher Inspiring Voices

It was early in December in the great wilds of Canada, and the weather was starting to get very, very cold. It was deer hunting season, and Grandpa Sam and his son, Marc, were staying at their hunting camp across from the grounds of a kind old gentleman named Uncle Bill and his wife, Aunt Betsy. Every night after their hunt, Grandpa Sam and Marc returned to camp to find a large cat trying to find food in the driveway. But they didn't know that the cat was trying to find food not just for herself, but for her sweet little calico kitten as well. Soon after, coyotes were heard howling and yapping around camp. A couple of days later, Uncle Bill decided to take a break after a long day of hard work. He took a seat on the camp steps, and as he sat enjoying the warmth of the sun, he was surprised to hear a soft meow from beneath him. He looked down to find a beautiful calico kitten with fur of many colors and bright emerald eyes. He didn't know it then, but this was a special kitten with a special job given to her by God, in answer to a prayer.

Little Susy and her beloved grandma share a special bond. Every day, they take a special walk together to special places where they revel in the beauty of nature and all it offers. As Susy and her grandma look for special sights to see, they soon encounter a beautiful spotted lady bug, a wooly bear caterpillar, a black swallowtail butterfly, and a bright red cardinal. With each new discovery, Susy is amazed at the splendor she and her grandma uncover as they walk through flower gardens and cow pastures and watch as the clouds move like white sheep across the sky. But one day when Susy wants to walk to her favorite spot, her grandma is not there; her mother says Grandma is gone and will not be back. On her favorite walk, though, Susy soon discovers that her grandma has not left her at all. Grandma, It's Beautiful is an inspirational story of love that brings an eternal message of hope and belief that God always cares for each of his exquisite, unique creations.

In the Bible, the book of Galatians talks about the “fruit of the Spirit,” what each believer’s actions should be showing in their daily Christian life. Among these fruits are love, joy, and patience. Children’s church teacher, Laura Yelvington, brings these attributes to life by using fruit characters as imaginative examples. There’s Larry Love, who helps little Frankie Faith when he falls down. There’s Jollie Joy who wants to have a big day on the baseball field … but what happens when he doesn’t? Polley Peace tries to get a friend to forgive her with flowers. Paulie Patience teaches a friend how to stop being so angry and the value of practicing patience. Each character, each story, will help young children learn the fruits of the Spirit and develop godly morals in their own lives—just like Joy Gentleness who talks about being kind to animals or Goober Goodness who is helpful on the first day of school. God’s word is full of Truth. Let’s learn, live it, and share with others!

Connie is a happy, friendly turtle. But there is something different about Connie. While other turtles, even Connie's brothers and sisters, have four legs, Connie only has three legs. She hatched from her egg that way and has lived with only three legs all of her life. Connie notices from the beginning that she has difficulty keeping up with the other turtles. They are uncomfortable with her handicap, so they just leave her behind. One day, Seamoor, a snail traveling across the marsh, finds Connie crying and asks her to promise to try to do her best each day. She promises-and that decision changes her life! In this fun and heartwarming tale, a young turtle braves her disability and becomes a hero. "Connie the Three-Legged Turtle lovingly teaches the importance of accepting and supporting others and looking beyond the handicaps." -The Leading Edge Review

The long-lost Pear wondered and wondered, "Why am I so different" The Pear could not find anywhere in the world to belong-until finally, with the help of a wise and caring teacher, pear makes an exciting discovery and sets foot on a path arriving at the warm home of the Pig and Bear. Pear has wonderful news for them. Will Pig and Bear be pleased? This original story echoes some of life's real moments with a surprising twist that celebrates diversity as a group of new friends discover acceptance and love for one another. Both a wonderful children's story and a unique cookbook, this innovative tool brings families of all kinds together to share of themselves, celebrate differences, and understand life's lessons with those around them. Enter an imaginary world where a cast of unique and endearing characters find hope and acceptance after an enchanted journey of spirit and friendship.

Little bitty Bella loves to sit inside her playpen surrounded by her favorite tiny toys. With a little teddy bear, a red ball, and a blue rattle that sounds like a bell to keep her company, Bella is so happy. But when one-year-old Bella peers over the top of her miniature playpen, her eyes grow in amazement, for only a few steps away, there is a world filled with so much more to see! A king-sized chair sits in one corner. Books stand at attention on a shelf. A pair of very large sneakers occupies the floor. And when her grandparents come to visit, Bella has to look way up, just to see her grandpa's gigantic mustache and her grandma's massive hat. Her mother's hands look enormous when she picks Bella up for a hug, and even the shaggy dog looks big as he sleeps on the rug. In this charming children's tale, a tiny little baby discovers the vast world just outside her playpen is exciting, fun, and just waiting to be explored!

Little Caleb Joe was born fighting to survive. He was a premature baby, and he had to spend weeks in the hospital before the doctors thought it was safe for him to go home. He has grown up healthy and strong, and his mother likes to tell him why: because of God's spirit inside of Caleb and RTL ATAP! RTL stands for "refuse to lose." As a baby, Caleb would not give up, and he has continued to fight ever since. ATAP reminds Caleb that with God "all things are possible." These letters represent Caleb's fighting spirit, and the spirit of all Christians who welcome God into their hearts and strive to live by His Word. Caleb's mother explains that tough times will come, but in those tough times, Caleb must remember RTL and ATAP. Nothing is too difficult with God's help. Life is filled with choices, and Caleb must remember to lean on God's strength and on those seven little words: "refuse to lose" and "all things are possible!"

Sherman is a sweet, lighthearted little caterpillar with a big dream. Sherman dreams of flying. Deep down in his big heart, Sherman knows he's meant to fly even though he has no wings and his rows of legs are made only for walking. As he looks upward toward the sky one day, he catches a glimpse of a beautiful monarch butterfly and thinks to himself, "That's going to be me someday." But the other bugs are sure that Sherman is out of his mind. How could a chubby, crawling caterpillar ever leave the ground and fly? They tease and ridicule poor Sherman relentlessly, saying anything they can to try to dash his precious dream. But Sherman just might be tougher than any of them think. Despite the unkindness of his peers, Sherman tries to hold on to his dream of flying. Intending to prove them all wrong, Sherman climbs high into the branches of a very tall tree one sleepless night. Will Sherman's faith be enough to help him fly? Or could he be forgetting something?

In a faraway land two thousand years ago, Joseph and his wife, Mary, arrive at a stable in Bethlehem, grateful for a place to stay for the night; Mary is about to have a baby. As the couple settles in, neither has any idea that a homeless puppy is hiding under a trough in the corner, watching and listening. The puppy is all alone and sad. He has no name, no owner, and no one who loves him. But in the quiet of the night, something wonderful happens. The baby Jesus is born! Anxious to see what God smells like, the puppy waits for Joseph and Mary to fall asleep and then creeps over to the manger, sniffs the baby, and silently vows to protect the child. After the puppy is discovered, Joseph and Mary name him Judah, the Lion Dog, and invite him on an inspirational adventure that includes a trip to the temple, a visit with the wise men, and a journey with Jesus to Egypt. The Adventures of Judah, the Lion Dog tells the charming tale of a furry creature who makes it his mission to protect the Christ child and his family as he becomes a friend of God-and God becomes a friend of his.

Everyone needs a place to land. Fly up high in the sky and back down to the ground, as a paper airplane explores the world and lands in the ocean, on mountains, and even on a peach. With catchy rhymes and whimsical illustrations that are dreamlike and memorable, A Place to Land offers educational and spiritual teaching opportunities. Author Andrea Noles introduces young readers to the idea of finding places to land on the journey through life and reminds them that there is a plan for all of us. Offering wisdom to young and old minds alike, A Place to Land shares a magical journey for all.