* Tales from Terrestria *

I had never heard of Ed Dunlop, much less his books, until two months ago when Mel contacted him for Mama Buzz. How glad I am, that this author's writing has come into my awareness. In a few more weeks I'll be reviewing one of this series on here but in the meantime, I want to introduce a three book series (eventually 7 book series) he currently has at his website Tales of Castles.

Tales from Terrestria is a series that can stand alone. In other words, the books do not need to be read any particular order. While based in the kingdom of Terrestria as it's foundation, each story is unique in it's own right and does not build on the previous book.

Book 1 is The Quest forThunder Mountain, a book I have not had the privilege of reading. However, if it is like the Chronicles of Terrestria series I am reading, it is a book that families will want to buy so they can begin building this series to their library!  In complete honesty, I highly recommend Ed's books.


The Quest for Thunder Mountain

The Quest for Thunder Mountain, written to show the wonder of doing the will of God, is the first book in the new young adult allegory series Tales from Terrestria, a companion series to the Terrestria Chronicles.

Ages 10 and up

Price $7.99

Word of Promise Next Generation New Testament Review

Mel participated in this review with Thomas Nelson.

I was fortunate enough to be able to review 3 MP3 CDs for Thomas Nelson, the Word of Promise Next Generation New Testament Dramatic Audio Bible. There are over 23 hours of listening time on these cds, and they are a definite plus to any Christian’s collection or library.

My son actually listened to these for some of his Bible lessons. He liked the fact that some of his favorite actors, such as Corbin Bleu and Emily Osment, were reading to him. I liked the fact that the cds seemed to keep his attention, and they really were dramatized with sound effects, background noise, music, etc. The actors did a tremendous job of reading and helping you to feel the emotions, especially when Jesus was on the cross. There were different actors for different Biblical characters. Of course, the first five books were more dramatized, but even the letters written by Paul were right on with voice intonations and character shown throughout. The book of Revelation is actually one of my favorites, because I could honestly visualize what was being read; I could picture everything in my mind.

Before each book starts, there is an introduction to that book. Also included is a “Behind the Scenes” DVD that basically tells about the producer, the cast, and some of the things that went into making the cds. The actors tell about different aspects and even about living in Hollywood and some of their different interests.

This set is a great resource, especially for a family with pre-teens/teens. My son is younger, but he still enjoyed them. The only thing I did not like was that because they are MP3s, I can’t really play them in my car, but the set is still a great thing to have around, because even if you or your kids just take away one thing from listening, it’s worth it. If you'd like to read more about it, check it out at Thomas Nelson.

* Books and Products for Jr. Highers *

The Blue Umbrella

Sarah Books: Sarah's Wish

Word of Promise, Next Generation

Redefining Beautiful

Amazing Bible Timeline