The Masterpiece

The Masterpiece
Author: Francine Rivers
Publisher: NavPress
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2018-02-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1496418956

A New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller “This character-driven romance will enthrall [Rivers’s] many fans.” —Library Journal The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love returns to her romance roots with this unexpected and redemptive love story, a probing tale that reminds us that mercy can shape even the most broken among us into an imperfect yet stunning masterpiece. A successful LA artist, Roman Velasco appears to have everything he could possibly want—money, women, fame. Only Grace Moore, his reluctant, newly hired personal assistant, knows how little he truly has. The demons of Roman’s past seem to echo through the halls of his empty mansion and out across his breathtaking Topanga Canyon view. But Grace doesn’t know how her boss secretly wrestles with those demons: by tagging buildings as the Bird, a notorious but unidentified graffiti artist—an alter ego that could destroy his career and land him in prison. Like Roman, Grace is wrestling with ghosts and secrets of her own. After a disastrous marriage threw her life completely off course, she vowed never to let love steal her dreams again. But as she gets to know the enigmatic man behind the reputation, it’s as if the jagged pieces of both of their pasts slowly begin to fit together . . . until something so unexpected happens that it changes the course of their relationship—and both their lives—forever. “Rivers deftly threads Roman’s and Grace’s lives together as they tiptoe around their emotional scars, eventually shifting into a dance of tentative steps toward a love neither can resist. Fans of Christian romance will delight in this tale of salvation through love.” —Kirkus Reviews “Richly detailed characters with traumatic pasts are woven together with biblical truths and redemptive themes. . . . This is an amazing, beautifully written tale to be savored and pondered and shared with others.” —Romantic Times “Readers will marvel at Rivers’s storytelling arc encompassing the reconciliation of gritty past misdeeds and the work in progress of a life of forgiveness.” —Booklist “Fans of Francine Rivers will eagerly devour The Masterpiece and find exactly what they are looking for: a beautifully written story of faith, romance, and the power that true freedom can bring.” —Bookreporter

Masterpiece

Masterpiece
Author: Elise Broach
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2008-09-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1429985089

Marvin lives with his family under the kitchen sink in the Pompadays' apartment. He is very much a beetle. James Pompaday lives with his family in New York City. He is very much an eleven-year-old boy.After James gets a pen-and-ink set for his birthday, Marvin surprises him by creating an elaborate miniature drawing. James gets all the credit for the picture and before these unlikely friends know it they are caught up in a staged art heist at the Metropolitan Museum of Art that could help recover a famous drawing by Albrecht Dürer. But James can't go through with the plan without Marvin's help. And that's where things get really complicated (and interesting!). This fast-paced mystery will have young readers on the edge of their seats as they root for boy and beetle. In Shakespeare's Secret Elise Broach showed her keen ability to weave storytelling with history and suspense, and Masterpiece is yet another example of her talent. This time around it's an irresistible miniature world, fascinating art history, all wrapped up in a special friendship— something for everyone to enjoy. Masterpiece is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.

The Heart of a Father is the Masterpiece of Nature

The Heart of a Father is the Masterpiece of Nature
Author: Lilac Journals
Publisher:
Total Pages: 110
Release: 2019-05-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781070704340

Looking for the perfect gift for your Dad? Tell him how much you appreciate him with this journal. Write a personal message on inside. Add your favorite photo of the two of you. Thank him for all that he has done.He will cherish this for years to come.This notebook/journal is: -5.5x8.5 or A5-100 college ruled lined pages-6 Checklist Pages in the back of the journal for staying organized-Sleek Glossy Finish Cover-Excellent and thick binding-Durable white-colored interior 100% Money Back Guarante

Storm Watcher

Storm Watcher
Author: Maria V. Snyder
Publisher: Maria V. Snyder
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2022-08-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1946381144

Lightning Never Strikes Twice? Luke Riley is lost. His mother's recent death has set Luke and his family adrift. Even though his father, twin brothers, and their three Bloodhounds are search and rescue volunteers, they have been unable to rescue themselves and become a family again. The summer after sixth grade looms in Luke's mind as a long, lonely three months where the only thing he can look forward to is watching The Weather Channel. Luke is fascinated with the weather, but since his mother's death in a storm, he is also terrified. Even the promised 13th birthday present of a Bloodhound puppy fails to lift Luke's spirits. He would rather have a different breed - a petite Papillon, but his father insists he get a Bloodhound. When Luke decides to get the Bloodhound from Willajean, a dog breeder who owns Storm Watcher Kennel, he works out a deal to help at her kennel in exchange for the expensive dog. Thrilled to have a summer with a purpose, Luke befriends Willajean's daughter, Megan and together they plan how Luke can get a Papillon puppy instead of a Bloodhound. But nothing seems to work as they struggle with stubborn fathers, summer storms, unhelpful siblings, and hidden guilt. Can one little white dog really save both families? The book also includes an appendix of fun weather facts and quizzes!

One-Minute Prayers for Dads Milano Softone

One-Minute Prayers for Dads Milano Softone
Author: Nick Harrison
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2017-03-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0736966633

Dads, Lift Up Your Children in Prayer Thank You, Lord, for the privilege of being a praying dad. I have faith in You, not only as my Savior, but as my heavenly Father, my counselor, my helper—my everything. Give me fatherly wisdom today, help me express love to my children, and help me keep them surrendered to Your care as their ultimate Father. Your heart is filled with hopes and dreams for your children, giving you much to pray about each day. These daily prayers and words of encouragement will renew your soul as you intercede in key areas of your child's life, such as Learning to forgive Dealing with bullies Accepting discipline Growing spiritually Developing friendships Take a minute out of your day to thank God for your children and let Him equip you for the challenges of fatherhood with these brief but powerful prayers that will easily fit into your busy schedule.

Send Me

Send Me
Author: Nicola Di Matteo
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2016-05-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1514465302

All over the world, like a train that first comes to a halt, then goes back again, the progress of the civil societies strangely and mysteriously stops and returns to a sort of obscure high middle age. One day, the archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, together with the Seraph Daniel, appear to four young farmers, the Oeedah brothers, and ask them go to the earthly paradise and accomplish a difficult and dangerous mission.

The Masterpiece

The Masterpiece
Author: Jay Miletsky
Publisher: New Paige Press
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2019-09-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780578496382

The Masterpiece follows an ambitious set of paintbrushes as they set out to create a grand work of art. But will their goals be derailed when some of the paintbrushes display unusual behavior, or will they all learn how to work together, no matter what? Join a spunky collection of paintbrushes as they set out to create a grand masterpiece. When some of the brushes don't cooperate, is it because they are misbehaving...or is there another reason entirely? In this story, an initiative of REED Foundation for Autism, young readers are introduced to some of the behavioral differences in their peers with autism. Without ever mentioning any particular challenge or disability by name, this story helps children recognize and understand what autism is, and impress upon them the importance of showing kindness to those who are different, wrapped into a fun story with lighthearted, engaging characters.

Apocalypse 2060

Apocalypse 2060
Author: Michael Danforth
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2021-09-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1663229082

This book chronicle the most significant events of all time and life. It begins before the existence of anything, including God and the Universe, and ends with the day of Armeggedon, when the sons of light battle the demons of darkness for total control of humanities soul. It explains how a “Bet” between the two most supreme Authorities starts an intergalactic war involving lesser Gods, aliens, and mankind, their interactions shaping and changing a flexible future. Along the journey several exciting philosophical questions that intellectuals have been holtly debating for thousands of years will finally be truthfully answered. Such as: Where did God and the Universe come from? Creation or Evolution? What is the totality of Sin; and why is Evil winning? Are Aliens influencing our history? What is the purpose and meaning of life? Is this novel happening right now? Is my soul ready for Apocalypse 2060?

Dad's Maybe Book

Dad's Maybe Book
Author: Tim O'Brien
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Total Pages: 403
Release: 2019
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0618039708

In 2003, as an older father, O'Brien resolved to give his young sons what he wished his own father had given to him: a few scraps of paper signed "Love, Dad." Maybe a word of advice. Maybe a sentence or two about some long-ago Christmas Eve. Maybe some scattered glimpses of their aging father, a man they might never really know. In this book, O'Brien moves from soccer games to warfare to risqué lullabies, from alcoholism to magic shows to history lessons to bittersweet bedtime stories, but always returning to a father's soul-saving love for his sons. -- adapted from jacket