New Releases by Allia Zobel Nolan

Harriet Hurry-up cannot stand to wait, from the slow sunrise to a syrup''s pour rate, but with God and Gran, she learns to decelerate.

No need to compare--God has a reason for creating everyone just the way they are! Through playful illustrations of animals and warmhearted words in rhyme, young children will see God as their loving creator. God Made Us Just Right helps them realize that God has a reason for creating us just the way we are.

The kids in What I Like About Me, are as different as night and day. And, guess what? They love it. Some adore the fact that their braces dazzle and gleam, others feel distinguished when they wear their glasses. Still others wouldn''t trade their big feet for a lifetime of free video games. This book features entertaining flaps, pull tabs, and touch-and-feel elements such as embedded foil yarn, and more, proves to kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different is what makes us special.

With fun photos, diversity messages, and a chart for keeping track of new friends, this heartfelt book introduces children to kids who are not their mirror image, helping them understand that, though we may all look different, we are, deep down, pretty much the same. This sequel to the bestseller and Mom''s Choice Award Winner, "What I Like About Me," is written in kid-friendly rhyme and also includes notes to both the reader as well as parents, grandparents, and educators. The perfect tool for teaching youngsters about diversity and friendship..

Remember ironing your hair? Rolling it in soda cans to straighten it? Lacquering it with enough spray that it could ward off bullets? Ever slather on cement-colored lipstick so heavy, you looked like a zombie princess? Remember hot pants and platform heels? The danger of patent-leather shoes? Were you a secretary, nurse, or teacher, but only, as our mothers urged us, until you found "Mr. Right." In her new book, LAUGH OUT LOUD: 40 WOMEN HUMORISTS CELEBRATE THEN AND NOW...BEFORE WE FORGET, Allia Zobel Nolan and 40 funny ladies from the Erma Bombeck Writers'' Workshop chronicle these blips in time as they look back at life in the past lane. Zobel Nolan and the other dancing queens then fast forward to today and write about what it''s like to blink and wake up to be 50, 60, 70, and beyond-experiences ranging from cremation ceremonies to marrying younger men, from senior online dating to finding yourself a menopausal maniac in Mexico.

Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. —Philippians 4:8 Did you know you can totally change your life by changing your thoughts? Well, you can, and Whatever Is Lovely: A 90-Day Devotional Journal can get you started. With examples based on girls just like you, each of these 90 devotionals will show you how to fill your head and your heart with virtues taken straight from Philippians 4:8, helping you grow closer to God and the amazing life he intended for you. Featuring a trendy color interior, a ribbon marker, and journaling lines for you to write your thoughts, Whatever Is Lovely will inspire you to read and reflect on the devotionals every single day.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

In her newest children''s story, beloved author Allia Zobel Nolan treats her young audience to an unforgettable look at how God created the world. Imagine that day when God smiled and His love and light filled the Earth! Set to rhyme and accompanied by Linda Clearwater''s colorful and engaging illustrations, this story inspires 3- to 6-year-olds to imagine how fun it would be to dance through fields of brand new red poppies, spy on freshly created pink flamingos, and climb up just-made mountain peaks. Best of all, children come to understand that God is the source of all life and that His Son, Jesus, came to live in their hearts and light up their lives.

Are you ready to blossom? Faith is like a flower. In order to grow, it needs soil, water, and sun—food for the spirit. That’s just what this devotional is. Spiritual food to help your faith grow strong and beautiful. Featuring 365 days of wisdom from your favorite Faithgirlz! authors, as well as quotes and questions from real girls like you, this devotional offers pages of inspiration on everything from navigating friendships, to taming the tongue, to trusting God in everything, big and small. Growing up can be tough, but Jesus is guiding you every step of the way. Beauty of Believing combines the talents of Faithgirlz! authors Tasha K. Douglas, Mona Hodgson, Kristi Holl, Lois Walfred Johnson, Allia Zobel Nolan, and Nancy Rue, and their words of wisdom will help your faith bloom and flourish as you grow into the girl God wants you to be.

Are you covered in cat hair? Do you reek of Feliway? Is your kitty''s happiness your one desire? You''re not alone. Millions of women struggle with the same challenge. They feel inadequate when it comes to satisfying their kitties. So they wind up on a never-ending quest to do more, be more, give more. Some say it''s a bad thing-that being addicted to cats plays havoc with self-esteem, makes you the brunt of jokes, and interferes with quality of life, relationships, and careers. Most women feel that''s a small price to pay. Still, if you''re on the fence about your cat codependency, Women Who Still Love Cats Too Much can help. It showcases warning signs for those hoping to get their lives back. It alerts those who could be slipping how to serve their puddies better. And it comes clean about behavior most people believe is over-the-top, but Women Who Still Love Cats Too Much take for granted. Best of all, though, it speaks to the questions: When is enough enough? (Never!) And is enough enough? (No way.) Written by Allia Zobel Nolan, author of the bestseller, Cat Confessions: A Kitty Come Clean Tell-All Book, and 200+ additional titles, with cartoons by beloved syndicated Sylvia cartoonist, Nicole Hollander, Women Who Still Love Cats Too Much is a must for cat lovers of every breed.

Come and learn more about your heavenly Father by exploring this special collection of psalms-- carefully chosen and retold just for you! The people long ago had thoughts like you do. They wanted to tell God how happy they were and what made them sad. They had questions about life and needed answers to their big questions, just like you do. When you finish with these psalms, open your Bible and discover even more. All the psalms will help you understand God as your amazing Creator and loving Shepherd.

An interactive lift-the-flap book telling the story of Jesus. Children can learn about the life of Jesus, as well as the early-development concepts of colours, shapes, numbers and action words, in this entertaining lift-the-flap book. Featuring colourful illustrations, rhyming text, Scripture references and over 45 flaps, this collection brings Jesus'' birth, miracles, resurrection and more to life in a way that will appeal to children.

An interactive lift-the-fl ap book telling the story of Noah.

Discover the doggone truth behind those sad puppy eyes. Author and humorist Allia Zobel Nolan caught these silly pooches in action, listened to their mutt-erings, and then offered them a chance to ditch the doghouse...by confessing their canine crimes! For pet enthusiasts everywhere, here''s the chance to read what Fido''s barking about and howl at the wild photos. Is the dog truly man''s best friend? Think again! Add this title to Allia''s other two humorous pet books, Cat Confessions and I''d Rather Be a Cat, and you''ll never be without a laugh.

Cat-lover and humorist Allia Zobel Nolan has the inside scoop—the purr-fect answer—to the question, "Which are better, cats or dogs?" After scampering around the world and pattering through neighborhood sandlots, Allia has captured those expressive felines in crazy photos and paired each one with a hilarious one-liner. Cat lovers near and far unite to applaud the proof of the truth... Cats are the best, of course! Add this new title to Allia''s other two humorous pet books, Cat Confessions and Dog Confessions for a riotous good time.

Children recount all the ways they show their love for God, including helping others and reading the Bible.

Introduce children to the stories of the bible with this ebook with audio! Kids take a front-row seat to some of the most memorable events in the Bible in My First Adventure Stories. They are there when Moses visits Pharoah, when Daniel is saved from the lions, and when Jesus is born. Bold illustrations, delightful text, exciting sound effects, and music accompaniments combine to bring twelve adventures from the Bible to life in a dramatic and fresh new way.

Learn the story of Noah''s Ark in the ebook for kids! Noah''s incredible adventure is one of the most beloved stories in the Bible. His story comes to life in this ebook with beautiful illustrations, music, sound effects, and text written especially for very young children. A seek-and-find activity and trivia questions on the last pages are great ways to further engage children in this classic Bible story.

Learn about the story of Creation with this audio-enhanced ebook for kids! The amazing story of the world''s first seven days is told in vibrant detail with gorgeous illustrations, fun sound effects, and music in My First Story of Creation. Young children will love exploring the Garden of Eden and all its creatures while listening to the story. When the reading is over, a seek and find activity is a great way to further learn about the wonders of God''s wonderful creation.

Adults and children will find loads of fun and a wealth of lessons in this joyous collection of Bible moments as retold in the innocent, hilarious words of kids. These clever interpretations will have the whole family laughing and eager to turn to the original stories as they take interactive quizzes and delve into the Scripture references provided. Jesus spoke to the servant on the mountain and changed His clothes into dishes. Joseph dreamed that the sun, moon, and a bunch of movie stars bowed down to him. Daniel had a sleepover with the lions. They didn’t eat him because God sent an angel to glue their mouths shut. Cheerful illustrations and handy verses encourage young and old to explore the wisdom, people, and places of the Bible while embracing its loving plan for every child of God.

It''s the day of the big parade, but the animals have lost their instruments. Readers can lift the flaps to help the animals find their instruments. Hear each instrument on its own and all of them together playing their finale. Full color.

Teaching little ones about prayer is one of the most important responsibilities and privileges of parents and grandparents. Author Allia Zobel Nolan, creator of The Ten Commandments for Little Ones, shares a child-friendly journey through the Lord''s Prayer to help parents create a legacy of talking to God anytime, anywhere, about anything. Give us this day our daily bread Father, You always give us what we need. So we pray for enough food for today. You know how to take care of your children. So we never have to worry. Clever, fun art engages children ages 3-8 while the "Dig Deeper" sections and definitions help parents nurture faith conversations with their children and a sense of how much God loves them. This tender invitation to a life of prayer is ideal for parents and grandparents to have in their homes and to give to the children they adore.

Children from around the world explain what they are grateful for and why they love God.

Interactive lift-the-flap illustrations show biblical stories, including Noah and the ark, Jacob''s dream, Moses and the pharaoh, the adoration of the shepherds, Jesus feeding the five thousand, and the Resurrection.

This clever kitty tell-all written as though the cats are speaking is a great gift for cat lovers. Paired with photographs of felines caught in acts of mischief, each admission presents a comical cat confession--everything from playing tricks on the family dog to secretly hating milk.

This fun-loving book proves to kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different is what makes us special. The kids in What I Like About Me! are as different as night and day. And, guess what? They love it. Some adore the fact that their braces dazzle and gleam, others feel distinguished when they wear their glasses. Still others wouldn''t trade their big feet for a lifetime of free video games. A mylar mirror embedded in the last page let kids take a look at themselves and decide what they like best about themselves.

Presents a simplified version of the ten commandments and discusses a biblical and a contemporary story showing how they should be followed in daily life.

Beloved author Allia Zobel Nolan follows her Noah''s Notebook with this creative retelling of Daniel''s story from the Bible in diary form for kids. Clever art, contemporary language, and kid?friendly humor express Daniel''s adventure of trusting God''s will, praying faithfully, and praising God in all circumstances. ?Dear Diary, Guards are waiting outside, so I have to be quick. The plan is to march me over to the lions? den and throw me in. Ezra and Aaron insisted the king put his seal on the heavy rock?in case I try to get out. As if. Boy, do they have it in for me! I know God will do what He thinks is right. But I AM a teeny bit nervous.?Daniel? Young readers will be captivated by the book of Daniel. Great for individual or Sunday school reading and ideal as a family time selection.