Carol Stream, Ill. (February 24, 2023) — Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release four new kids’ and middle-grade books in the summer of 2023. In line with Focus on the Family’s corporate mission, the new products—Lions, Elephants, and Lies; Life in the Middle; Young Whit and the Phantasmic Confabulator; and Young Whit and the Cloth of Contention—equip parents to raise their children with thriving faith.
Lions, Elephants, and Lies
Magnificent Mulligans #2
Bestselling author Bill Myers releases Magnificent Mulligans #2.
Neither Michael nor Traci Mulligan had intended to have a large family, let alone one of such diversity. But God had other plans. After their second child was born blind, they began to see their gift for reaching out, connecting, and laughing with special children with special needs—all while raising their family among the many creatures living at the animal park that they operate.
They face trials with so many children from such diverse backgrounds and in such an incredible environment. But their faith in Christ, commitment to one another, and ability to laugh at themselves keep them digging in to make it work.
Life in the Middle
Riverbend Friends #5
Life in the Middle is the fifth book in a series that travels alongside four friends as they deal with teen life in Riverbend, Indiana. The novel inspires girls and young women to deepen their relationships with God as they face real-life issues and solve their problems in God-honoring ways.
Tessa feels as if every part of her life is falling to pieces. She finds out that her mom and dad are officially getting divorced. Then Alex, her boyfriend, starts working at a camp where she barely gets to see him. Now Tessa’s dad wants her to watch her half-brother every week, and he also has some news that makes her feel sick. On top of that, her mom wants to move out of the house they have lived in since the time Tessa was born.
No one seems to understand what Tessa is going through or what she is thinking and feeling, and she’s not sure anyone will ever understand. With everything changing, no one seems to care what she thinks.
Young Whit and the Phantasmic Confabulator
Young Whit #4
In Young Whit and the Phantasmic Confabulator, the fourth book in the Young Whit series, young Johnny Whittaker tries to save Duke University basketball, works to unravel a kidnapping, and begins to develop his most-famous invention! He also learns more about the amazing cloth left to him by his mother.
Young Whit and the Cloth of Contention
Young Whit #5
In Young Whit and the Cloth of Contention, the fifth book in the Young Whit series, young Johnny Whittaker’s friend Huck is still in jail. The Confederate gold stolen from the bank is still missing. And Professor Mangle is still determined to get his hands on Johnny’s special cloth, which seems to have the power to heal. What will Johnny and his father do?
Lions, Elephants, and Lies
ISBN: 978-1-64607-114-2 | Softcover: $14.99 | June 2023
Life in the Middle
ISBN: 978-1-64607-088-6 | Softcover: $14.99 | July 2023
Young Whit and the Phantasmic Confabulator
ISBN: 978-1-58997-453-1 | Hardcover: $16.99 | August 2023
Young Whit and the Cloth of Contention
ISBN: 978-1-58997-454-8 | Hardcover $16.99 | August 2023
Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Today, Tyndale is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT) and offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a substantial portion of annual revenue—millions of dollars per year—through corporate donations and the work of Tyndale House Foundation. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world. Tyndale.com
Focus on the Family, which reaches about 38 million people in 120 countries, is a global faith-based ministry that helps families thrive. Tyndale House Publishers is pleased to partner with Focus on the Family to help provide trusted resources for strengthening believers in their faith and sharing the gospel; building resilient marriages that reflect God’s design; equipping parents to raise their children with a thriving faith; advocating for the preborn, orphaned, and life at every stage; and engaging the culture through a biblical worldview. Visit Focus at FocusontheFamily.com or on Facebook and Twitter.
