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What happens when your imaginary friend turns into your imaginary enemy?

New York Times bestselling author Brandon Mull and No.1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Brandon Dorman team up in this new children’s picture book that explores the meaning of friendship and imagination. // More

In 1960, an upstart Pittsburgh Pirates team beat the highly
favored New York Yankees in the World Series. Given the power
of a Yankee roster that included Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford,
and Yogi Berra, that improbable victory did more than give longsuffering Pirates
fans something to cheer about; it put Pittsburgh on the map.

Though John Moody was only six years old during that magical
baseball season, he was a devoted fan of the Pittsburgh team.
The star pitcher for the Pirates and John’s first hero was Vernon
Law—an unsophisticated Idaho country boy, widely known as
The Deacon, a friendly nickname derived from his strict Mormon
upbringing.

Law was a relatively young man at the time and should have
enjoyed several more seasons of fame and success, yet his career
went into decline following that phenomenal Series. In this
insightful book, John Moody explores a compelling mystery that has
persisted now for nearly fifty years, revealing at last why Vernon Law was unable to continue his dominance of Major League batters.

But the book is more than just another exposé. Recalling a
distant time in American sports, Kiss It Good-bye contains a
universal theme: a son’s affection for his father and the bond that
was forged between them because of their love of baseball. It is a
book that will be welcomed by fathers, sons, and baseball fans of
every age.

Life can be sweet. Our relationships with friends, spouses, colleagues, and family members can be wonderfully rewarding. They can also bring heartache, frustration, anxiety, and anger. We all know the difference between times when we feel open, generous, and at ease with people versus times when we are guarded, defensive, and on edge.

Why do we get trapped in negative emotions when it’s clear that life is so much fuller and richer when we are free of them?

Bonds That Make Us Free is a ground-breaking book that suggests the remedy for our troubling emotions by addressing their root causes. You’ll learn how, in ways we scarcely suspect, we are responsible for feelings like anger, envy, and insecurity that we have blamed on others. (How many times have you said, “You’re making me mad!”)

Even though we fear to admit this, it is good news. If we produce these emotions, it falls within our power to stop them. But we have to understand our part in them far better than we do, and that is what this remarkable book teaches.

Because the key is seeing truthfully, the book itself is therapeutic. As you read and identify with the many true stories of people who have seen a transformation in their lives, you will find yourself reflecting with fresh honesty upon your relationships. This will bond you to others in love and respect and lift you out of the negative thoughts and feelings that have held you captive. You will feel your heart changing even as you read.

“It would not be accurate to describe this book as supplying the truths upon which we must build our lives,” writes author C. Terry Warner. “Instead it shows how we can put ourselves in that receptive, honest, and discerning condition that will enable us, any of us, to find these truths on our own.”

Finding these truths is the key to healing our relationships and coming to ourselves, and Bonds That Make Us Free starts us on that great journey.

Days after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt met at the White House. It was Christmas Eve, 1941. As war raged throughout the world, the two leaders delivered a powerful message that still resonates today. Bestselling author and historian David McCullough relates a compelling story about the spirit of Christmas and the power of light in difficult, dangerous times. //More

Thomas Hall is a brilliant but brash young artist who has the talent of the old masters and an eye for color and women. But when he runs short of cash, he finds himself torn between illustrating a mural on the origins of man for a natural history museum a tribute to Darwin and illustrating the miracles of Jesus for a display inside a children s hospital called the Healing Place. A self-proclaimed agnostic, Thomas must dig deep within himself to believe beyond his doubts as he wrestles with that elusive something called faith. Then he meets a young, critically ill girl named Christina. Her haunting past and undeviating faith will test the very soul of Thomas and that of every reader. //More

Meet Sara and Kate, two Mormon girls who love to cook. They re also wives and mothers balancing home management, part-time work, church and community involvement, and countless other things just like you! As busy moms, their philosophy is that cooking really good food for your family doesn t have to be complicated. In fact, cooking at home can be a delicious, fun, and easy way to care for your family and friends. Our Best Bites brings together more than 150 family-friendly recipes with mouthwatering full-color photos, step-by-step tutorials, ideas for using leftover ingredients, shortcuts and tips for cooking, and serving suggestions. Sara Wells and Kate Jones began their hit cooking blog, Our Best Bites, in March 2008. In the past two years, their website has grown to more than 40,000 page views a day and around 700,000 page views a month. Over 30,000 subscribers receive their e-mail updates. They have been featured in The Chicago Sun-Times, Mormon Mommy Blogs, and popular cooking blogs such as Cafe-Mom, Tastespotting, and Foodgawker. Their website was recently listed on The Pioneer Woman s blog as one of the most frequently referenced cooking websites. The authors will be featured in an upcoming edition of Better Homes and Gardens. Includes page-finder bookmark with measurement conversions. //More

“Marley was dead to begin with . . .”

These chillingly familiar words begin the classic Christmas tale of remorse and redemption in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Now R. William Bennett rewinds the story and focuses the spotlight on Scrooge’s miserly business partner, Jacob T. Marley, who was allowed to return as a ghost to warn Scrooge away from his ill-fated path. Why was Marley allowed to return? And why hadn’t he been given the same chance as Ebenezer Scrooge?

Or had he?

Written with a voice reminiscent of Dickens, Jacob T. Marley is a masterfully crafted story of remorse and redemption, sure to become a Christmas favorite.

Over the years, Betty Crocker has earned the reputation of being your best friend in the kitchen. Now Betty Crocker shares mouth-watering recipes especially selected for that favorite day of the week when families gather to enjoy a meal together. With so many recipes to choose from, you’re sure to find something your whole family will love. Sit down to succulent meats, savory chicken dishes, or flavorful fresh fish. // More

Three- time Pro Bowl tight end Chad Lewis says that every good thing in his life is a direct result of his family and his faith. Surround Yourself with Greatness takes readers around the world while looking through the eyes, mind, and heart of Chad Lewis a once freckle- faced, four- eyed, skinny teenager who at an early age wrote in his journal, // Learn More