An introduction to the world’s 5 largest religions: Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.
Recommended grade level: 4-8
Pages: 128 (for ISBN 9781619303058)
Genre(s) and keywords: nonfiction
Topics: religion, religious conflict, coexistence, Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam
Themes: moral codes, God/gods, the purpose of existence, the origins of the universe
Summary: Over 7 billion people live on the earth, and 84 percent of them describe themselves as being religious. What does that mean? Few topics incite such passion as religion. Why are humans invested in ideas that may never be proved? Why has religion played such an important role in history? Continue reading
A fantasy adventure set in the ancient Roman Empire.
Recommended grade level: 5 and up
Pages: 352 (for ISBN 9780545561549)
Genre(s) and keywords: fantasy, adventure
Tone/Style: conversational, personal
Topics: magical objects, magical powers, slaves, gods, ancient Rome
Themes: family, loyalty, freedom, power
Summary: When Nic, a slave in the mines outside of Rome, is forced to enter a sealed cavern containing the lost treasures of Julius Caesar, he finds much more than gold and gemstones: He discovers an ancient bulla, an amulet that belonged to the great Caesar and is filled with a magic once reserved for the Gods — magic some Romans would kill for. Continue reading