Here are all our current titles for 8-11s, to encourage and inspire these precious children in their faith and show non-church kids what they are missing :-) We are passionate about our books and the difference they can make in children's lives. Think how you have been influenced by something you have read . . . our children so badly need to read books that will influence them for good.
To help you choose, follow the links below each book to read the first chapters online. All our books are available from your local Christian bookshop or to order from our website if you don't have a bookshop near you!
Deepest Darkness by Denise Hayward
Ten-year-old Abi suffers from terrible nightmares and her life is ruled by fear. On holiday in Canada, she makes a new friend who shows her that true light shines, even if the deepest darkness. Facing her fears one by one, Abi opens up her life to the light and finds a freedom that she never thought possible. A gripping, sensitive story with action in the Canadian rainforest, including meeting a bear at night! Perfect to give to any child you know who suffers from fear - or indeed for any 8-11-year-old who enjoys curling up with a good book.
Some reviews:
“This is a brilliant story all about a girl called Abi. She's got a fear of everything, but a trip to Canada brings a new friend and some important answers. This is one of the best books I've read – EVER!” - Maddie
“It is a fantastic adventure and God is really real.” - Natalie
“I enjoyed the story very much. I felt for Abi and all the characters, and was really excited while reading the book.” - Polina
ISBN 978 0 9536963 5 2 / £5.99
http://www.dernierpublishing.com/deepestdarkness.php
The Birthday Shoes by Mary Weeks Millard
All Emily Jane wants for her birthday is a pair of fashionable boots, but instead she is given old-fashioned, fake crocodile-skin shoes. Alone in her bedroom, Emily Jane tries on the hated shoes. She hopes they might not fit, but discovers instead that they hold an amazing secret! Join her as she goes on a series of adventures, making friends and some exciting discoveries about God along the way.
This is currently one of our best selling books and it really is a fun story, but with an important message woven in. Emily Jane comes from a Christian home, but discovers that she needs to make a commitment to follow Jesus for herself. If you know girls who know all the Bible stories, this could be just the ideal gift. Equally, those with no church background would find out what it really means to be a Christian.
Some reviews:
“My favourite part was when Emily Jane put on her shoes for the first time and ended up in Africa. It made me feel like I was there!” - Susanna
“A very interesting story. It shows how if you ask God for something then he will answer.” - Rebekkah
“I really liked the parts when Emily Jane puts on her shoes and goes to different places in Africa. I liked these parts because it felt really magical!” - Bethany
I Want to Be an Airline Pilot by Mary Weeks Millard
Shema, an eight-year-old Rwandan goatherd from a child-led family, has many adventures, including a goat eating his only T-shirt, a frightening visit to a medicine man and a dangerously close brush with a spitting black cobra! Through them all, little by little, Shema learns about “Mister God” and discovers that although he is an orphan, he has a Father in heaven who cares for him. A victorious, heart-warming story, with lovely background to life in rural Rwanda.
We have had some amazing responses from both children and adults who have read this book - it really is an exciting and touching story. The sequel, Living in Hope, is due for release very soon and is every bit as good!
Some reviews:
“A thrilling adventure story about three orphans' dreams coming true when their prayers were answered.” - Jonathan
“I give this book 10/10.” - Ellie
“I think this book is very good, it made me feel happy, sad and really excited; I think the most interesting part is when Shema killed the black cobra. It was also very moving when in the book Ishimwe starts to cry because her parents died. I really enjoyed this book, it is one of my favourites.” - Kemi
ISBN 978 0 9536963 6 9 / £5.99
Living in Hope by Mary Weeks Millard
Please find more information about this sequel to I Want to Be an Airline Pilot in an earlier blog, entitled "Books for autumn release". It is another really inspiring and encouraging story from Mary! Both of these books can be enjoyed by church or non-church kids, but one thing they have in common is the theme of triumph over adversity, of God caring for children in need, so if you were looking for a book for a child from a broken home, these might just fit the bill. Read the first chapter of Living in Hope here:
http://www.dernierpublishing.com/coming_soon.php
The Treasure Hunt by J.M. Evans.
For 8-11-year-old boys and girls.
Ravi, Debbie, Joel and Lance's first exciting mystery adventure. Who is in the back of the white lorry and why are they there? Prayer, faith and their Bible knowledge all help, but when the case takes an unexpected turn, the friends also need to be courageous and obedient. Will they find out what is going on and find the real treasure?
'The best book I've ever read!' - Emily 'Brilliant!' - Ben
'I really like The Treasure Hunt because I enjoy mystery books but mystery books that are still to do with God and Christians. I like the characters and how they often pray in some of the chapters.' - Emma
ISBN 9780953696314 94pp £4.99
These two mystery adventure stories feature four young friends from a church youth club, who discover that God does use children as well as adults. They also learn the importance of prayer and obedience, and the relevance of the Bible today. Fun, cringe-free stories that show that it's great to be a Christian!
Mystery in the Snow by J.M. Evans
Not long after solving their first mystery (The Treasure Hunt), Ravi, Debbie, Lance and Joel find themselves with another problem; Ravi's shed has been burgled. Can they find out who did it? The plot thickens as an old lady's handbag goes missing, then a cat disappears. Can all these things be connected? Join the Christian friends as they find answers in unexpected places.
Some reviews:
“I loved reading Mystery in the Snow. I especially liked it when they kept finding more and more evidence. It was so exciting that I couldn’t put it down! It’s one of my favourite books ever. I think it’s good because it shows you that when you pray to God amazing things can happen and that we can pray any time, anywhere and in any situation.” - Lydia
“I would definitely recommend it.” - Joshua
“I like mystery and Christian books and found this one very exciting, adventurous and mysterious.” - Emma
ISBN 978 0 9536963 3 8 / £5.99
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