I have been encouraged for many, many years to write a book. I thought I had nothing of value to say. As the years marched by and I had more adventures, God said, "It's time." In my years on this earth, I have learned so many valuable lessons. More than anything, I have learned some amazing things about God, His Son, and their love for us. And I am still learning. I hope that you will be encouraged by what you read in this book.

I relate my life and family experiences from "Tragedy" to "Survival" and "Sorrow" to "Happiness," and from my birth to the present time. I tell of my marriages, my children, my siblings, and people dear to me.

Whether you’re at the beach or hiding inside on a rainy day; whether you’re having tea with a friend or reading a book by yourself; whether you’re happy and bouncing or grumpy or sick, it’s always nice to have an always there bear. He can play with you, cuddle you, and snuggle you to sleep. He likes birthdays and trampolines and sand castles and puddles. It doesn’t matter if you’re tired or sulky or shy or scared—you’ll never be lonely with your bear by your side. He will keep you company, he will cheer you on, and he will even make you feel braver. He always understands you, and most importantly, he promises to love you, forever and always, no matter what. This is a quiet, gentle, soothing book, wonderful for comforting little ones or preparing them for peaceful sleep. It’s a reassuring and heartwarming story of unconditional love and companionship throughout experiences of all kinds. Gareth Llewhellin’s sweet illustrations complement the text, and Trudi Granger’s beautifully written story works magic with its simplicity. For anyone who loved The Quiet Book, Always There Bear is just as special and just as perfect for quiet moments and trouble-free bedtimes. Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers—picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Can you be an atheist and still believe in God? Can you be a true believer and still doubt? Can Zen give us a way past our constant fighting about God? Brad Warner was initially interested in Buddhism because he wanted to find God, but Buddhism is usually thought of as godless. In the three decades since Warner began studying Zen, he has grappled with paradoxical questions about God and managed to come up with some answers. In this fascinating search for a way beyond the usual arguments between fundamentalists and skeptics, Warner offers a profoundly engaging and idiosyncratic take on the ineffable power of the “ground of all being.”

This inspiring and moving story, told from the heart of an extraordinary family, recounts the emotional and uplifting journey of raising a transgender son. Janna Barkin's family has come a long way since their child, Amaya, first told them he was a boy and not a girl and this captivating memoir charts the family's experiences of raising Amaya, from birth through to adulthood. With powerful chapters written by Amaya's family and friends, Janna shares personal stories of the support and discoveries her family has encountered and provides a 'care package' of advice for families facing similar issues, including a glossary of terms and a list of hand-picked support sources. Written with warmth and humor, He's Always Been My Son reminds us to accept others for who they are and will support, educate and inspire anyone who reads it.

Carola Landis Rice was born July 7, 1948 to the late Rev. James Edward McDowell and Lillian Bell Carter McDowell. She grew up in a small town in Kentucky and later at the age of sixteen she made residence in Queens, New York. Here Prophetess Rice would find an inner presence transforming her into a Woman of Power. Anointed and appointed for a spiritual journey that would impact the lives of those she would touch. Prophetess Rice graduated from John Adams High School and attended Clemmie Atkins School of Home Interior Design. Her experience with God and personal stories depict the life of a young girl running so graciously through times of rape, abuse, and persecution. But through it all she gained strength and victory. Prophetess Rice was compelled by the Spirit of God to write and share her story, letting others know that God is a deliverer. The voice of God spoke to Prophetess Rice in the year 1971 and anointed her with the gift of Prophecy. Since that time she has been working for the Master. She has written many spiritual songs which are included in her book. Prophetess Rice has four children, Natalie Johnson, Christina Brown, Regina Johnson and Nathaniel Brown Jr. She has ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Prophetess Rice wrote this book and it is a true story. The characters are real. They may be your next door neighbor, the teacher at school, a lawyer, a sister, a brother or a preacher. But the most important truth that is revealed in her book is the confirmation by God that she is his child.

Even as a believer, life has its dark and dawn times, its ups and downs. Life has its smooth and rough times; its troubles, trials, and tests. Life has its difficult, discouraging, and disappointing times; its times of challenges and complications. Life has its share of storms and situations; it has its times of sorrow, suffering, grief, and loss. Life has its times of hurts, heartaches, and pain; its times of struggle. Life has its time of adversity and chaos; its times of frustration and being overwhelmed. Life has its times of bitterness and uncertainty; its times when things go from worse to worse. Life has its times when nothing seems to be going right; times when all feels like it is against you. Life has times when one situation after another comes rushing into your life like the waters of a mighty river. Before one situation is over, two more come in more powerful and hectic than the one that already exists.No, life is not always a time of ease or comfort. Sometimes it is uneasy and uncomfortable. Yet in the midst of life's circumstances, there is good news, and the good news is that God is ever-present. He's always there for you no matter if life's skies are blue or gray. Whatever you face in life, so does God. Good or bad, painful or pleasant, you never face it alone because He's always there for you. Life has times of change and transition, all which are part of God's greater plan and purpose for you and your life. The good news when it comes to life is that no matter what you face or go through in life, your heart can be comforted and your soul at peace in knowing that He's Always There for You.

Remember when you were young and you always wanted to help your dad? Sometimes, there would be things to lift--heavy things. And while your dad would let you help him, he always made sure he carried the heavy end. God is like that. Tough times are coming. Jesus promised they would. But God is always there, and when the burden becomes more than we can bear, He always holds up the heavy end! Written from an educator's perspective, He Always Holds Up the Heavy End encourages us to serve Christ in tough times and reminds us that the power of Jesus Christ overcomes all obstacles in our lives. It shares the accounts of real people, who have lived out the great scripture of Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!" It reminds us that our greatest witness for Christ is during those trials and tribulations Jesus talked about. He Always Holds Up the Heavy End is all about bringing the reader closer to Jesus Christ as we realize His greatest promise: "I am with you always, even to the end of the earth." And when the tough times come, He is there, always holding up the heavy end! Thanks be to God! A very special thanks for the overwhelming prayers and support for our son Wesley who is recovering from his heart transplant on August 11, 2022. As this book is in the final stages of being published, Wesley is doing great and we give God all praise and glory. All proceeds from "He Always Holds Up the Heavy End" goes to Wesley, his wife Danielle, and two sons, Cade and Hudson. Our family has had its own private lesson on what this book is all about. And yes, it is and will always be true! HE ALWAYS HOLDS UP THE HEAVY END!!!. In life, in death, in life beyond death, we are not alone. Thanks be to God!

A casket. Flowers everywhere. Disbelief. With their final breath, your life is changed forever. You're sure you can hear the sound of your own heart beating. You feel all alone.Anne Peterson wrote this book to let you know you are not alone. In each chapter, Anne shares the story of losing one of her loved ones, followed by God's loving response.Anne lost one family member after another, including her 14-month-old granddaughter, Livie. People stepped back. All but one. Read through the pages and discover no matter what you are going through, God is always there.