Rio Hogarty's story of her life in fostering, A Heart So Big, combines the heart-warming nostalgia of Mollie Moran's Aprons and Silver Spoons with heart-breaking stories of children whose lives were blighted by being unloved and uncared for in the style of Cathy Glass. Nearly seventy years ago, Rio started to do her bit for vulnerable children, one child at a time. While she was still in school, she thought nothing of bringing home a schoolmate who needed refuge. It was the start of opening her home and her heart to children in need. She has never stopped. A Heart So Big is the astonishing and moving story of Rio's life and how she has tried to make a difference. She has fostered over 140 children and in 2010, in an award created especially for her, she was named Mother of the Year at the annual People of the Year Awards. It includes stories of trauma - Rio has rescued children from the direst of circumstances and seen the price they pay for the failures of adults. And Rio has had her share of heartache along the way. But it is also a story full of humour, searing honesty and good old-fashioned fighting spirit. Rio Hogarty's A Heart So Big is an uplifting account of an amazing and inspiring life. 'She is instinctively protective of children in need, and doesn't take "no" for an answer. She's also fearless.' The Herald

This book is about an abandoned dog that teaches us many lessons. He is loving, fun, clever, loves to dance, and is determined to help the man who saved his life. Jack rescued the dog but later he found himself in a similar situation, homeless and hungry. A diverse group of individuals pulled together to find the abandoned dog a home, and later on to find Jack a home. This adorable and fun loving dog brings joy to his new family and friends, but never forgetting the man who rescued him. He shows us how to be resilient, bond as a family and to help others. His loyalty is admirable, he brings joy and happiness to everyone. The characters are beautifully illustrated, the colors are vibrant and eye catching, and the dog is memorable. A story on kindness, giving back and love for animals and others.

A captivating opposites-attract lesbian romance about a city woman discovering her country heart.

Live out a faith kids crave. Every day, our children are bombarded with advertisements crafted to make them hunger after the latest toys, food, games, and fashions. But there are no slick TV commercials for faith. Virtually everything our children learn about God comes from us-day by day, on the home front. And our most powerful "advertisements" are not our words, but our lives. In "A Love So Big, you'll encounter again, as if for the first time, several of the most irresistible aspects of God's heart. You will begin to grasp his character more fully and experience afresh his profound love. Best of all, you'll discover how to lead your precious children into the greatest, most irresistible love they will ever know.

The author profiles real tornadoes and severe weather patterns over six thousand miles of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska, known as Tornado Alley.

New York Times bestselling author and ABC News anchor Linsey Davis brings us a culture-rich picture book proudly showcasing the beauty of diversity while also celebrating the wonderful things we have in common. From skin, hair, and eyes in a multitude of colors to different personalities and interests, One Big Heart reminds us that God gave us all special traits and characteristics that make us uniquely ourselves. And yet he’s made us more alike than different, giving us many things in common–like sharing fun and laughter on the playground, a sense of curiosity, big feelings, and so much more! One Big Heart is: A multiethnic, multicultural, multiracial children’s picture book that recognizes our unique differences while also celebrating how alike we are An inspiring story of inclusion, connection and acceptance Written from a Christian worldview Combining lyrical rhymes and Lucy Fleming’s whimsical art, this inspiring story is the perfect read-aloud book for kids ages 4-8 and a welcome gift for: Parents and grandparents Teachers School librarians Get ready to celebrate all our similarities and our differences! This diverse picture book—drenched in color and full of laughter and fun—will show us how. Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books and audio products from award-winning author Linsey Davis: The Smallest Spot of a Dot The World Is Awake How High is Heaven? Stay This Way Forever The Linsey Davis Children’s Audio Collection