Most Popular Books by Bill Myers

New edition, with a note from the author! MADCAP MYSTERIES WITH A MESSAGE What''s going on in Midvale''s abandoned theater? Have monsters really invaded Mrs. Tubbs'' home? Is Slobs, the trusted bloodhound, next? Likeable, easy-going Bear isn''t really one for reading (except for the back of cereal boxes), so when he starts plowing through a popular new book series, everyone is pretty impressed and a little shocked. But now he''s calling himself "The Phangmaster" and no longer cares about his old friends - and thinks he can cast spells on anyone who gets in his way. It''s up to Bloodhounds, Inc., to find out what''s going on as Sean, Melissa, and trusted sidekick Jeremiah get to the bottom of the new craze of fantasy books sweeping their town.

The mishaps never end as TJ’s “helpers” from the 23rd century—Tuna and Herby—continue to study TJ as she learns the valuable lessons she’ll need to become a future world leader. In Oops!, TJ learns the importance of speaking and thinking well of people even when they are difficult, thanks to the Thought Broadcaster Pen, which exposes the thoughts of everyone it hits. As usual, Tuna and Herby’s attempts to fix the pen only make things worse—now all of TJ’s thoughts become reality! As she fights not to return meanness to others (and to clean up the disasters her thoughts cause, like turning whiny TV star Hesper Breakahart into a giant baby), TJ learns from her dad a little more about how her mother handled things: She kept reminding herself that each of us is God’s creation. And no matter how mean people may be, we all need to be loved. The same message also unfolds through a side story of classmate Chad Steel learning to treat a mean boy better.

Brenda and the team find themselves in Rome trying to retrieve the mystical spear Hitler once owned--the very spear that pierced Christ''s side. Their search will take them from hidden chambers inside the Vatican to the catacombs of Rome to a mysterious seaside cave with unexpected powers. But what they seek is more perilous than they know.

The crazy antics of this detective team keep even the most hesitant readers returning for more trusted creative mysteries. An immensely popular kids'' series. Ages 8 to 13.

From best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family. The Magnificent Mulligans are back, and they’re learning again how to stick together, protect the vulnerable, and stand up for what’s right. When Dad gets a call from a friend who needs help with a distressed dolphin, he and Lisa drive up the coast to try to help. But a big storm in the forecast is going to make this mission difficult. Meanwhile, the other Mulligans are excited about new opportunities. Julie is learning to take care of flamingoes, Janelle is learning to play tennis, and Nick is learning how to fly an airplane. Nick’s first lesson? Convincing his instructor that he’s really ready to take the yoke. The guy keeps glancing nervously at the parachute he brings along for the flight!

Thirteen-year-old Jazmin, her ex-Special Ops uncle Charlie, and former FBI agent Lisa are reunited in the second of the Voice of God series to stop a an assassin driven to murder members of a megachurch led by Lisa''s brother. This assassin has drawn in a coven of teens toying with satanic practices to support his efforts. The naive youth engage in ceremonies that appear to usher in the death of each of his victims. When their rituals open a portal into the spiritual realm, a terrifying and mysterious entity crosses over to our world. The battle culminates with the capture of Lisa''s father as the next target and a Black Mass requiring both their deaths as a sacrifice. The team will, once again, have to rely on all their wits, strength, and faith to survive in this action-packed, unearthly warfare.

From bestselling author Bill Myers comes another hilarious, warmhearted, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family. Neither Michael nor Traci Mulligan had intended upon 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. Are there trials? You bet. There''s no way to keep the boat from rocking 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.

From bestselling author Bill Myers comes another hilarious, warmhearted, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family. The Mulligans are used to a little bit of crazy. What do you do when the crazy all happens at the same time? Street-smart Hector has had a hard time fitting in at school - unless you count having regular fights with other boys as fitting in. Now he’s got a few new friends . . . if he can prove that he belongs. But the troublemakers’ recklessness may prove perilous to the creatures who live at the Mulligan Wild Animal Park. Can Hector learn to make better choices with his friends and accept the grace and love of his new family? Speaking of grace, Janelle is learning to extend bucketloads of it to the girl she’s working with in the school musical: the snobby, super rich Chloe Richardson. Now a message from home informs Janelle that the two will need to spend even more time together. Can Janelle survive the night with the all-school mean girl? Back at home, the rest of the Mulligans are dealing with one emergency after another as a wildfire rages across the park’s parched land. Time for Team Mulligan to buckle their helmets and once again work together to make sure nobody gets left behind.

The Bug Parables series brings Jesus’ teachings to life. Children will love the colorful illustrations and humorous, touching stories. And parents will love how little ones learn the principles of God’s Word at an early age. Nervous Norman Hot on the TrailWith so many crittershe must oversee,why would God carefor just one lowly me?Baby Missy is missing! Hungry birds, nasty spiders ... terrible things can happen to a lost little ladybug. Leaving his herd, Norman, the shepherd of ladybugs, heads off on a perilous search for Missy—and learns an important lesson about God’s love and care.

When an ant decides he can live a better life alone than with his family on the worm farm, he takes his inheritance and sets off for the glitz of the big city. When he finds himself penniless and doing dangerous work cleaning the cat cage at the circus, he decides to humble himself and return to the family farm. Children will learn about one of the best-known parables in the Bible, retold with humor and poignancy in an imaginative world of today.

Maybe The Scream isn''t really out of control at all. Maybe the band is very much under control of someone--or something--that is undeniably evil.

Written to combat the influence of the occult on today''s kids, these compelling stories show the reality of spiritual warfare. As Rebecca and her brother, Scott, discover the danger in the occult''s deceptive practices, they learn to put their trust in God''s truths.

Part of a series written for Access to Higher Education students, this book addresses those modules covering numbers and sciences, guiding readers through topics such as basic chemistry, biochemistry, cell structure and changing health patterns.

From best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family. The Mulligans are off to the jungles of South America to help Mom save some snakes in need of a new home. Jessica, terrified of snakes, is not thrilled to be on this particular mission of mercy, but she soon discovers an effective way to get over her fears: find something even scarier. Like crash-landing in the jungle and having to spend the night with LOTS of creepy crawly sounds all around. Meanwhile, Nick and Lisa are on their own mission to transport Bob, a big kangaroo, back to the animal park. But they encounter a group of bad guys who have their own plans for the kangaroo: putting him in a boxing ring and charging admission to watch Bob fight some unlucky human. Back home, Dad, Janelle, Stephanie, and Julie are facing their own challenges: taking care of Mulligan’s animal park while fearing what is happening to the rest of the family, away from home and facing danger. And as Dad tells Julie, we can’t get rid of fear by ignoring it, but you can focus on something better, like God’s love and His promises. The Magnificent Mulligans can’t help but find adventure, and it’s usually their love of helping animals that leads them there.

This hilarious chapter book for 8 to 12-year-olds from the Wally McDoogle series shows tweens the true meaning of Christmas. Santa on an out-of-control four-wheeler? Electrical Rudolph on the rampage? Nothing unusual, just Wally McDoogle doing some last-minute Christmas shopping. . . for God! In this nonstop, action-packed novel, Wally receives an invitation to Jesus’ birthday party and bungles his way to understanding the best gift to give God. My Life as Reindeer Road Kill features boy blunder Wally McDoogle in his signature confusion, chaos, and comedy teaches biblical values and character-building lessons with action and humor that appeal to middle schoolers comes in a small lightweight softcover perfect for stashing in a backpack or in a car pocket My Life as Reindeer Road Kill will keep young readers laughing while learning about generosity and what God really wants.

When they move to California after their missionary father is killed in South America, Rebecca must deal with the threats of a group of satanists while her younger brother Scott faces temptation at the hands of a beautiful classmate.

MADCAP MYSETERIES WITH A MESSASGE Who has put a curse on the town? Why is Sean looking more and more like Bigfoot? Will Midvale bulldoze the brand-new high school? When the Midvale Tigers start flubbing plays after a mysterious woman curses the new football field, the whole town is hit by paranoia. Panicked by his team''s free fall to the bottom of their division, the Tigers'' coach hires Bloodhounds, Inc. to find out who or what has a hair-raising hold on everyone. Now it''s up to Sean and Melissa to stop this wacked-out madness . . . and learn firsthand the power of God''s protection. New edition with a note by the author!

Scott & Becka have left Brazil & begun the year at their new U.S. school when they discover that a local bookshop is the hub of a Ouija board cult.

Part of a unique series written for Access to Higher Education students, this book addresses those modules covering returning to study. Regardless of the pathway being studied, this book will guide the reader through topics such as communication skills, IT skills, essay writing, exam technique and application of number.

Sean and Misty learn not to be afraid when God is on their side as they investigate a string of robberies in which the only suspect is an invisible knight. Ages 8-13. Bloodhounds, Inc. book 2.

Supernatural-themed shows fill the TV schedule, and today''s teens are curious--but is it safe? Best-selling author Bill Myers uses this thriller mystery series to demonstrate the allure and danger of the occult. Kids ages 10-14 will follow teens who find themselves drawn toward these "forbidden doors" of seances, reincarnation, and spells. Myers shows how faith can combat spiritual darkness. Originally released in 1994, this timely series, with over 300,000 copies sold, features fresh cover art that will appeal to today''s teens. In book 8, The Undead, Becka and Ryan explore whether or not vampires exist.

When Sean starts growing flowers in his hair, Bloodhounds, Inc., realizes they''ve got a mystery to solve. Suddenly Sean thinks it''s uncool to be a Christian, and he needs a quick reminder that Jesus is "the light of the world." Only with God''s help can he and his sister figure out this frightful mystery.

Nicholas is the coolest of the cool--at least in his own eyes. But his friends see things differently.

But there?s more at stake than anyone realizes, and Becka is up against one of the strongest and most frightening enemies yet.

Award-winning author Bill Myers bring his expertise in communicating with young adults to the pages of this volume--an innovative book combining and expanding on the previously published Hot Topics and More Hot Topics. Updated to meet the unique needs of teens of the nineites, Myers goes beyond the expected and digs deep for biblical, workable solutions in applying God''s truth to contemporary life, and he tackles some of the most-asked questions of teens.

Part of a unique series written for Access to Higher Education students, this book addresses those modules covering psychology, sociology and ethics.

Welcome to the world of Nicholas, a completely normal kid who happens to find himself in some not-so-normal situations. In this story they learn about the process and the pay-off of making right-and-wrong decisions.

The Big Lie plus two other great McGee stories—A Star in the Breaking and Back to the Drawing Board. Meet Nicholas—a normal kid who gets himself into some not-so-normal situations with his best friend, McGee. Their exciting adventures teach them about life and biblical values.

Nicholas Martin. Artist Supremo. The official ''sketch pad wonderkid'' and class cartoonist. Until, that is, Todd moves to town--complete with Jawbreaker, his very own high-tech, glitzy, monster-machine character! Before Nick can say, ''Start your pencils, '' Todd is moving in on his turf! There''s just one thing to do: Nick has to win Eastfield''s Winter Carnival poster contest and prove once and for all who''s the best.

Written to combat the influence of the occult on today''s kids, these compelling stories show the reality of spiritual warfare. As Rebecca and her brother, Scott, discover the danger in the occult''s deceptive practices, they learn to put their trust in God''s truths. At a low point in his life and in need of direction for the future, Philip seeks a card reading with Madame Theo, and Becka and Scott must help Philip realize where his faith should truly lie.

Cross-dimensionalized to the land of Fayrah, where they are confronted with realities that science cannot explain, Joshua and Denise discover the meaning of God and his love.

Mysterious blood has been discovered on the remains of an ancient religious artifact. Some believe it is the blood of Christ. And experiments with specific genes from the blood have yielded surprising findings. Now it''s time to introduce those genes into a human. Enter Michael Coleman: multiple killer, death-row resident ... and, if he is willing, human guinea pig. There are no promises. The effects may kill Coleman or completely destroy his sanity. He agrees to the experiment and the results are astonishing. The research must continue, so Coleman is released from prison and given a new job and a new identity. Just as he reenters society, an evil plot emerges and the very future of mankind ia at stake. "With the chill of a Robin Cook tech-n-thriller and the spiritual depth of a C.S. Lewis allegory, this book is a fast-paced, action-packed parable for the nineties."

Nick and his cartoon creation, McGee, get a crash course in friendship--and a lesson about homelessness--when Nick''s Romanian penpal and his father show up for an unexpected visit.

Comedy, romance, action, and riveting suspense with clear teaching. It''s a nonstop page-turner.--Robin Jones Gunn, Author, Christy Miller Series

The retelling of the birth of Jesus as if it happened today. Seen through the eyes of Joseph''s questioning yet devoted heart, the story strips away the layers of traditional varnish to capture the true love and fear of a young, unmarried couple who learn they are giving birth to the savior of all mankind. In this prequel to the best-selling Eli, Devoted Heart replaces been-there, know-it-all clich s with the powerful emotion and riveting drama of the real Gospel.