Best Selling Books by Angela Elwell Hunt

Widowed Euodia, known to her neighbors as "the Lydian woman," seeks to make a fresh start by moving to the foreign city of Philippi. She finds new purpose after meeting Paulos, apostle to the Gentiles, who opens her eyes to helping those in need, particularly women and those who have been enslaved. Retired Roman soldier Hector has settled in Philippi with dreams of a future filled with wealth and status, pooling his army earnings with Lucius, his fellow comrade in arms turned business partner. His hopes are dashed, however, when Paulos robs their youngest slave of her lucrative ability to foretell the future, rendering her worthless to Hector''s ambition. When Euodia becomes aware that Sabina is being mistreated, she buys Sabina from Lucius, intending to set the girl free. But when Hector claims the sale was not legitimate, he takes Sabina back and swears he will find someone to restore her valuable "gift" . . . even if he must travel to the ends of the earth to do so. Following close behind him, Euodia and her servants set out to rescue Sabina, not for gain, but to rescue and set her free forever. In her stirring series starter, New York Times bestselling author Angela Hunt dives into the perilous days of the early church as Christians struggle to remain true to their faith amid the highest of risks in a hostile pagan culture.

In the wilds of America, Rev. Thomas Colman must win beautiful, fiery Jocelyn''s hand in marriage or face fifteen years of servitude.

Christmas in Heavenly Daze is saved by patient angels and a loving God, who always know better than the bumbling but lovable inhabitants of this quaint little island. This is the third title in the Heavenly Daze series written by bestselling authors Copeland and Hunt.

For I know the plans I have for you, plans for good and not for evil, says the Lord. . . . Joseph the slave becomes a ruler in Egypt. Corrie ten Boom seems destined to die a prisoner in a Nazi concentration camp, but survives to speak to millions. The apostle Paul encounters Christ on the road to Damascus. Bud Paxon meets Jesus in a Las Vegas hotel suite. A Jewish girl named Esther convinces a king to save her people. A young deaf woman defies the odds and is crowned Miss America---and later is able to hear through the miracle of modern medicine. From the chapters of the Bible and the pages of today''s newspaper, Let God Surprise You introduces you to men and women whose extraordinary stories demonstrate how God can turn any situation around and bring good out of even the most difficult circumstances. This book also shows how God answers our prayers---sometimes through unexpected avenues. Heather Whitestone McCallum offers her experiences of amazing grace and divine timing along with stories of biblical and modern men and women that demonstrate how our loving and lavish God is ready to surprise us with his goodness and mercy. No matter what challenges you are facing, these stories will inspire you and remind you that God can do anything with a heart surrendered to him. Let God Surprise You will help you see that God never sets limits on what we can become as long as we are willing to put our faith in a limitless God. God loves to surprise his children in the way he works out the plans he has for us, the dreams he has planted in our spirits. He loves to do the unexpected, even the outrageous. Come with me now as we look at stories of people who chose to believe---and were surprised by this outrageous, outlandish, and loving God we serve. Heather Whitestone McCallum dreamed of dancing as a prima ballerina. But how could a deaf girl from Alabama reach such an ''impossible'' goal? By dancing before millions at the Miss America pageant and capturing the coveted crown. What an unbelievable way for God to make a dream come true! This is only one of the inspiring stories you''ll find in Let God Surprise You. Heather not only shares stories of the ways God has surprised her, but also brings to life other accounts of men and women who have discovered the surprising and often amazing ways God''s grace works in human lives. Whether you are currently experiencing tears or triumph, tragedy or comedy, within these pages you''ll find anecdotes and insights that will inspire you to trust the God who delights in helping his children find their hearts'' desires. Each chapter of Let God Surprise You is like opening a beautifully wrapped gift from the loving heart of an incredible and wonderful God

Available in time for the May 19th release of director Ron Howard''s film adaptation of "The Da Vinci Code" starring Tom Hanks, this captivating story will grip readers with a biblically based portrayal of the life of Mary Magdalene.

Versatile and prolific author Angela Elwell Hunt has two young teenagers of her own and has worked for 23 years with her husband in middle school youth ministry. In this book, she draws from her own and many others'' experience to instruct parents and anyone who loves teenagers in the fine art of relating to and caring for these sometimes puzzling young strangers. Throughout the book, Hunt teaches through warm, humorous true stories that she has collected from her wide contacts with other parents of middle schoolers.

While the king is away, his daughter lives as a servant and learns what it is that makes a true princess.

Aya, daughter of Zebulon of Tarsus, does not want a traditional life. Because she has always lived in the shadow of her brilliant brother, she wants to use her gifts and be something more than a wife and mother. When her traditional father insists she marry Avidan, a Torah student, she reluctantly agrees, but when Avidan leaves for Jerusalem, she seizes an opportunity to fulfill her deepest yearning, realizing she may never have another chance to do so. After moving to Jerusalem, she expects to be bored in her role as wife to a Torah student, but finds herself fascinated by her husband''s studies. And when her brother Sha''ul makes a life-altering decision, she finds herself faced with a troubling question: How can she remain true to all she''s been taught since infancy and still love her blasphemous brother?

Two women occupy a place in Herods court: the kings only sister, Salome, a resentful woman who has been told she is from an inferior race, and her lowly handmaid, Zara, who sees the hurt in those around her. Both women struggle to reach their goals and survive in Herod the Greats tumultuous court, where no one is trustworthy and no one is safe.

This touching look at a young couple''s first year of marriage opens on their first anniversary when a weeping Heather Stone is convinced her marriage is finished, while Kurt Stone is alone in his "cave" mulling over the mess of their supposed marital bliss. Through their relationship, the story explores how men and women must learn to understand the other in order to make a marriage work.

Based on the biblical account of Esther, this story imagines the life and passion of this beautiful woman whose courage and influence impacted history and the fate of her people.

The Cassie Perkins Series #1

"She''s always longed for more, but what if the path she''s chosen requires more than she''s willing to give? Aya, daughter of Zebulun of Tarsus, does not want a traditional life. After years of being overshadowed by her brilliant brother Sha''ul, she wants a chance to use her own gifts beyond being a wife and mother. When her father insists that she marry a Torah student, she reluctantly agrees.A dedicated scholar, Sha''ul, or Paul, returns to Tarsus to follow the instructions of the Law and wed the woman his father has chosen to raise his profile and help him earn a seat on the Great Sanhedrin--the highest religious court in the land. But when the Nazarene, Yeshua, and his followers bring trouble to the Holy City, Sha''ul will stop at nothing to silence them.After moving to Jerusalem with her husband, Aya expects to be bored in her role as wife to a Torah student. Instead, she finds herself fascinated by his studies. Then her brother makes a life-altering decision, and she must face a troubling question: Can she remain true to her beliefs and still love her blasphemous brother?"--

Grandma trusts in the Lord to provide the perfect gift for Grandpa''s birthday, even though in the beginning the things she receives are not at all what she had in mind.

For eight years, a woman has taught, tended, and loved a western lowland gorilla named Sema, and has pushed their interactions to breakthrough levels. But now the zoo that owns Sema is demanding her return so they can exploit her abilities to fund zoo projects.

A musician and his young companion share their music and their faith as they travel through the countryside.

In this sequel to "Against the Dawn", evil ruler Adrian Romulus has achieved the signing of a peace treaty between Israel and its Arab neighbors and the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem. Will Isaac Ben-David, a member of Romulus''s inner circle and new believer in Christ, learn the truth in time to stop the ultimate evil?

Many people are curious—what does the Bible tell us about today''s headlines from the Middle East? Is Armageddon just around the corner? What should Christians do? This book shows how Babylon and Iraq fit into the Bible''s prophecies of last-day events. It brings understanding of God''s plan in our perplexing age. It points readers to Jesus, the only source of security in today''s tumultuous world.

Readers use Christian Bible study and role-playing to learn more about their faith and how to defend it.

It''s November, and as the residents of Heavenly Daze, Maine prepare for the coming months of cold and snow, they are surprised by unexpected lessons of humility, trust, and hope. The second book of a series about a small town where angelic intervention is commonplace and the Thanksgiving feast is a community affair.

Cassie plans to support and promote candidate Jim Forman for president in return for being included in a national singing tour, until she makes some disturbing discoveries about Forman.

Cassie wants to go to the prestigious school for the Performing Arts, but her parents are less than enthusiastic. She finds an unlikely ally in her mother''s new boyfriend--a man Cassie can''t stand.

"(Hunt) is a family expert with courage and a big heart." David Kopp, former editor Christian Parenting Today

Flashpoints: Igniting the hidden passions of your soul.

While continuing her voyage to America, Kimberly encounters not only a deaf girl who attempts to save a baby whale but also a Jewish boy who accepts Christ.

Nicki and her friends are invited to spend a few days at a 500-year-old Irish castle, but soon it turns into a dangerous search for the truth about a legendary treasure.

Concerned when their elderly friend Mrs. Greaves is threatened, Nicki and four other girls work to solve the mystery before she loses everything she loves.

When Hannah''s adopted baby brother makes too much noise with his huge mouth and his loud voice, she teaches him to whisper, with unexpected results.

While traveling to America along with a group of kidnapped children in 1627, fourteen-year-old Kimberly prays for God''s intervention when a pirate ship demands surrender of the children.

The Cassie Perkins Series #4

A teenager''s grade nine journal records her thoughts and feelings as her parents divorce and build new lives. Includes information and advice designed to ease a teenager''s transition through a family break up. Also includes bible verses and meditations.

After moving to Florida, Susan learns to deal with her speech impediment and make new friends with the help of a mysterious writer.

When approached by the father who abandoned him and his mother years earlier, Noah discovers that forgiveness comes at a price and, in the meantime, he struggles to figure out how to deal with Paige''s crush on him.

Thirteen-year-old Josiah accepts a spot in the nation''s hottest young band in spite of his scoliosis which, if discovered, could result in his dismissal.

A stuffed bear becomes part of a quilt and then is turned into a teddy bear again as its owner grows from child to adult to father.

Three trees that dream of greatness are surprised by the way their dreams come true.