Carol Stream, Ill. (October 20, 2023)—Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release four new kids and middle-grade titles in the spring of 2024. The new products—Big Risks in Russia, What a Croc!, Keep It Together, and Courage at the Castle—equip parents to raise their children with thriving faith.
Big Risks in Russia
AIO Imagination Station Books #31
Big Risks in Russia highlights true accounts of Brother Andrew, “God’s Smuggler,” as he aims to get the Bible into communist countries. In the story, cousins Patrick and Beth are on the trail of Amelia Darling, the government agent who followed them on their last two adventures. The cousins arrive in Russia in 1961 and are determined to help a pastor smuggle Bibles past the Soviet police. Meanwhile, Amelia continues to use the Imagination Station for her own greedy purposes.
Tensions rise as Patrick and Beth try to stop their old nemesis while avoiding prison for bringing God’s Word to Christians.
What a Croc!
Magnificent Mulligans #4
After their second child is born blind, Michael and Tracy Mulligan follow God’s call to care for those in need as a diverse family who tend the animals in their Wild Animal Park.
After visiting Madame Claire’s fortune-telling booth, the Mulligan kids are concerned that “the curse” might be real. After all, things keep going wrong. Their troubles escalate until all the animals escape the park, challenging Mike’s bid to oust the corrupt mayor.
Through their faith in Christ, commitment to one another, and ability to laugh at themselves, the Mulligans are able to face any challenge.
Keep It Together
Adventures in Odyssey #76
Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas open the imaginations of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 8 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths.
When Odyssey’s resident hacker is accused of a serious computer crime, Suzu, Cooper, and Mr. Whittaker race to investigate what really happened. But the newly formed team isn’t united. Emily Jones’s past dealings with Morrie cloud her desire to help.
Meanwhile, Jules Kendall gets a unique opportunity to use her musical talents with a band, but joining them could mean hurting a friend and lying to Connie. And Buck Meltsner’s new life takes an intriguing turn when Jason Whittaker arrives in Baltimore with a spy job for him.
Friendships are on the line and loyalties are up for grabs as everyone in Odyssey tries their best to Keep It Together.
Courage at the Castle
AIO Imagination Station Books #32
In Courage at the Castle, cousins Patrick and Beth are swept away to sixteenth-century England to learn how the English Bible came to be—and the real costs to make it a reality.
They meet Christian hero William Tyndale and the hotheaded King Henry VIII. Patrick and Beth begin to see that God’s people have always had enemies desperate to stop the spread of His love and truth.
- Big Risks in Russia | ISBN: 978-1-64607-117-3 | Hardcover: $11.99 | January 2024
- What a Croc! | ISBN: 978-1-64607-120-3 | Softcover: $14.99 | February 2024
- Keep It Together | ISBN: 978-1-64607-136-4 | Audio CD: $17.99 | March 2024
- Courage at the Castle | ISBN: 978-1-64607-123-4 | Hardcover: $11.99 | April 2024
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 in Christ. 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.
Contact: Natalie Wierenga, nataliewierenga@tyndale.com, 630.784.5211
