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99¢ SALE: One Day Only!

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For 24 Hours we’re offering a powerful non-fiction title for just 99¢! Pick up Holly Mthethwa’s book Hot Chocolate in June: A True Story of Loss, Love and Restoration for less than a buck for the Kindle during our one-day sale event. After Thursday the price will go up to $2.99 through the weekend and then it will return to regular price. So don’t wait- pick up this book right now for just 99¢ on Kindle.

Hot Chocolate in JuneSynopsis: Under-qualified and overly-ambitious, Holly left her family and friends behind in Nebraska to search for that radical life, that all-for-Jesus-or-nothing-at-all life. Escaping the depression that chased her following her father’s untimely and agonizing death, this young accountant-turned-adventurer trekked to remote mountain villages and through city streets smelling of human excrement: all in search of a Father’s love. Thousands of miles from the only home she’d ever known, Holly discovered a deeper passion for her God while sharing the gospel in India and soothing abandoned babies in South Africa.

God made sure that Holly also encountered Oscar. This handsome South African rugby player seemed to have everything Holly had been praying for in a husband—except for the small detail that he didn’t look like any of the other guys she’d dated before. Oscar, as the son of parents who had lived through racial segregation and apartheid, was not supposed to bring home a woman whose skin matched the color of the people his parents had served. And this small town, Midwestern girl wasn’t supposed to fall in love with a black man, either.
Hot Chocolate in June is the true story of God’s undeniable ability to mend emotional wounds, overcome racial and cultural differences, and write amazing adventure stories. Join Holly on her adventure as she navigates her way through deep grief and loss, only to discover the amazing sweetness of love and restoration. BUY NOW

The ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale: The Letter C

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Summer is a GREAT season for encouraging your little ones to read. That’s why Ambassador is launching the ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale! We’ll be highlighting a different letter each week, all summer long. Let’s keep going with the letter C! For one week only we’re offering two exciting children’s literature titles for just 99¢ each on iTunes!

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Pick up Holly Durst’s ebook Chocolate Socks and Teresa J. Herbic’s ebook Cat Tales for a discounted price for ebook during our one-week sale event. This special iTunes pricing will remain through June 21st, and then it will return to regular price.

Chocolate Socks by Holly DurstChocolate Socks

Synopsis: This is a book encouraging children to follow their dreams and not to be afraid to create new things. Holly took her two favorite things, chocolate and socks and turned it into a fun adventure for a child.Chocolate Socks is a great story and children will love it! BUY  NOW

 

Cat TalesCat Tales

Synopsis:  Discover the fruit of the Spirit through nine lives of nine incredible cats!

Cat Tales is a practical and fun way to teach children about the significant fruit of the Spirit, while enjoying the sensational adventures of nine real cats.

Cat Tales shares the stories of nine remarkable cats exploring nine abundant lives. During their experiences, they learn about the importance of God’s plan, while they each exhibit a fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23, NLT). Cats tell stories from their own perspective. Each cat, related to one another, was adopted by the author and her family.

Reading this book may very well inspire you to adopt a kitten or cat. Maybe you have already? May God bless you as you seek His good will and the fruit of the Spirit through these extraordinary Cat Tales! BUY NOW

$1.99 SALE: One Day Only!

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For 24 Hours we’re offering a powerful non-fiction title for just $1.99! Pick up Angela Hatch’s book Hope Lives Here at a discounted rate for the Kindle during our one-day sale event. After Thursday the price will go up to $2.99 through the weekend and then it will return to regular price. So don’t wait- pick up this book right now for just $1.99 on Kindle!

unnamed (2)Synopsis: In the remote hills of Guatemala, hope is not a familiar word.  Rodrigo, Kristal, and Javier live in a one-room shanty with dirt floors, bamboo walls, and a rusty tin roof that leaks.  At twelve, Rodrigo dreams of going to school but must work in the fields every day to help the family make a meager living.  By striking a deal with his sick Mama, Rodrigo goes to school but when tragedy strikes the family, Rodrigo’s dreams are suddenly shattered.       Meanwhile, a mission team from the US travels to Guatemala to build houses. Next door to their shanty Rodrigo, Kristal, and Javier watch as volunteers hammer every nail and cut each board, delivering hope to another family. First-time missionary Mandi is obsessed with the buzz of corporate life, but in Guatemala she encounters a peace she’s never felt. Mandi notices the young onlookers and her world implodes. It’s no longer about her doing a good deed. In fact, it’s not about her at all. Find out how, despite their differences they discover that with God, no matter where they are, hope lives here. BUY NOW

Book Tells Story of Jesus Through New Perspective

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The Story is Told Through the Eyes of Children

For immediate release: Taking readers back to the ancient city of Galilee Jesus and the Children of Galilee (Ambassador International; May 2015; $9.99, paperback) offers the story of Jesus’ journey through a new perspective. Through the innocent eyes of children, we see Jesus’ works of miracles, but we also see his trials and hardships.

9781620205280As the stranger spreads His wisdom in the town of Galilee, His growing followers soon included Benjamin and Joel, two young boys he meets on the shores of Galilee. They witness the miraculous events that He performs. The man is a healer, and claims to be the Son of God. Benjamin believes this kind rabbi is the city’s new hero, the one they’ve been waiting for, but Joel isn’t so sure. When tragedy strikes, Joel soon learns a valuable lesson that will change his life – and the course of history.

Author Belinda Kramer says it was her own family that inspired this book. “Two years ago while celebrating Easter I watched as my young nephews Wesley and Alexander threw a fishing net off a dock,” recalls Kramer. “Thinking about Jesus’ ministry in Galilee I began to think about the children who must have followed him. We know they did because scripture makes reference to the disciples trying to shoo them away. As we all know Jesus said, “Let them come unto me. Of such is the kingdom of heaven.”

In Jesus and the Children of Galilee readers will gain a new perspective of Jesus through the eyes of children. “Were children important to Jesus? Absolutely. Here was a group that adored him, did not condemn him and would ultimately grow up to lead and tell the story of Jesus from their own personal encounters with Him,” explains Belinda. “Although the characters are fictional the events woven throughout the story are true. This book educates readers about Jesus on a personal but historically accurate level.”

 

About the Author: Belinda Kramer is a graduate of the University of Florida. She is an educator, journalist, author, and speaker. She is also the mother of a daughter, Lauren, and son, Nathan. She resides in Brandon, Florida with her husband Jack.

To connect with the author or request a review copy of Jesus and the Children of Galilee please contact publicist Alison Storm at [email protected]

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The ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale: The Letter B

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Summer is a GREAT season for encouraging your little ones to read. That’s why Ambassador is launching the ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale! We’ll be highlighting a different letter each week, all summer long. Let’s keep going with the letter B!

For one week only we’re offering two exciting children’s literature titles for just 99¢ each on iTunes! Pick up Wanda Wyont’s book Barkley’s Great Escape and Elaine Thomski’s book Behind My Bellybutton for a discounted price for ebook during our one-week sale event. This special iTunes pricing will remain through June 14th, and then it will return to regular price.

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Barkley’s Great Escape

Synopsis: Barkley, a yellow lab, finds a way to sneak out of his lot. At first, he has fun exploring. But, the neighbor’s swimming pool entices him to take a dip. Unfortunately, his good time comes to an end when he cannot find the steps to get back out!     Barkley’s situation opens up great discussion with children about water safety and following rules. The book is targeted for children ages 4-8 years old with follow-up teaching strategies. BUY NOW

Behind My Bellybutton

Synopsis: All little boys want to be big, especially on their birthdays. As Eli wakes on his birthday, he is definitely not happy. That’s because his older brother claims Eli is only little.

Eli’s mama tells of the day God created him. He was the size of a poppy seed. Throughout the day she assures her curious son that he grew in a safe, warm place behind her belly button and near to her heart. Find out how Eli discovers God was growing him bigger then and growing him bigger still. Will Eli have a happy birthday after all? BUY NOW

$1.99 SALE: One Day Only!

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For 24 Hours we’re offering a powerful non-fiction title for just $1.99! Pick up Brett Parks’ book Miracle Man: A Bullet That Ignited A Purpose-Filled Life at a discounted rate for the Kindle during our one-day sale event. After Thursday the price will go up to $2.99 through the weekend and then it will return to regular price. So don’t wait- pick up this book right now for just $1.99 on Kindle!

unnamedSynopsis: October 17, 2012 started as any other day for Navy airman and fitness trainer Brett Parks until he heard screams for help. Without hesitation, he ran towards the sound and apprehended the mugger, unaware that the criminal had a gun. Moments later, the attacker fired a devastating shot directly into Brett’s body.
The bullet shredded Brett’s kidney, pierced his intestines, and destroyed several inches of the largest vein in his body. Three sets of surgeons’ hands applied pressure inside Brett’s open stomach to stop the bleeding while nurses delivered coolers full of blood to the operating room every 15 minutes. As the medical team worked fervently to save Brett’s life, his wife received the bleak news that their unborn daughter and young son may grow up without a father.
But the God whom Brett had given his life to years before had other plans. After a medical battle that included a 20-day coma, multiple surgeries, and an unexpected amputation, Brett emerged from his coma to begin a long and challenging recovery—medically and spiritually. Miracle Man details Brett Parks recovery as he experienced it and the miracles and greatness of our God in heaven; however, Miracle Man is less about Brett and more about what God has done through his story.
Miracle Man: A Bullet that Ignited a Purpose-Filled Life shows readers how to:
• prepare (by doing what God puts in front of you),
• set goals (by being who God wants you to be), and
• never give up (because God has a purpose for your life that only you can fulfill). BUY NOW

Book Chronicles Life and Impact of Prominent Ex-Gay Christian

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Hope Offered for Those Struggling with Same-Sex Attractions

For immediate release: Alan Medinger’s life was a wreck: his marriage and career were crumbling. He could no longer control his homosexual thoughts and tendencies. But in the middle of a church service on a November evening he surrendered his homosexuality to Jesus Christ and was miraculously healed of the sexual pull towards men he’d struggled with for 25 years. Medinger went on to become the founder and Director of Exodus North America under Exodus International, an organization for ex-gay Christians. In By God’s Design: Overcoming Same Sex Attractions: A True Story (Ambassador International; April 2015; $15.99, paperback) Judith Hartzell recounts the striking journey of Alan and Willa Medinger to give hope to those struggling with same sex attraction and shed light on how the church can help with healing.

By God's DesignBy God’s Design strives to clarify some of the confusion that surfaces when we are at odds with this issue through the exceptional experiences of Alan Medigner. Hartzell describes how Alan’s history with SSA impacted his and Willa’s ability to raise a family, exacerbated their own insecurities in themselves, and even led to financial struggles after losing a well-paying and respectful job. Through the Medingers’ story we can find the strength to address our own fears and uncertainties about SSA.

Hartzell depicts the Medingers’ story as one of redemption and restoration which ultimately allows hope to flourish. Alan Medinger says, “We had the most hopeless marriage, and God has redeemed it. He has given us deeper love.” The Medingers’ relationship sets an example of how the church can respond healthily and helpfully to those struggling to overcome SSA.

By God’s Design includes numerous accounts of the trials, victories, and changes made in the lives of practicing homosexuals and those who struggled with same sex attraction that the Medingers met through their ministries with Regeneration and Exodus International. One story includes Gene Chase, a former professor at Messiah University, who went on to found his own organization to help other men and women who struggle with SSA in Pennsylvania. Hartzell’s book offers insight into how to approach this topic with respect.

About the Author: For twenty years Judith Hartzell studied Christians’ experiences overcoming same-sex attractions, and for a decade she served on an ex-gay ministry board of directors, all of which resulted in this book, the life-story of Alan Medinger and his wife, Willa. Judith earned a B.A. from Cornell University and an M.A. from the University of Michigan and published two biographies of Mayo Clinic’s founding family. The mother of three grown children, she lives in South Carolina with her husband, Tom, and their dog, Fergus.

99¢ SALE: SUMMER READS GRAB BAG

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In celebration of summer we’re offering these exciting fiction selections for just 99¢!  Get your Kindle ready for summer reading by taking advantage of this limited time offer. Now through June 7th we’re offering the following titles for just 99¢ each. Check out these fiction titles that are sure to entertain and encourage:

Hope

by Josephine Walker

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The Color of My Heart

by Sarah Martin Byrd

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No Turning Back

by Joanne Wilson Meusburger

NoTurningBack

 

A Little Irish Love Story

by Amy Fleming

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Cleared for Planting

by Janice Cole Hopkins

ClearedForPlanting

 

From Dishes to Snow

by Kathy M. Howard

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A Memory Worth Dying For

by Joanie Bruce

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Alana Candler, Marked for Murder

by Joanie Bruce

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A Star to Steer By

by AnnaLee Conti

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The 20th Christmas

by Andrea Rodgers

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The River Keeper

by Sarah Martin Byrd

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Till the Storm Passes By

by AnnaLee Conti

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To Comfort a King

by Debbie Gilliland

ToComfortaKing

 

Patch Town: A Letter from Miss Wingate

by Robert Parlante

PatchTown

The ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale: The Letter A

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Summer is a GREAT season for encouraging your little ones to read. That’s why Ambassador is launching the ABC’s of Summer Reading 99¢ Sale! We’ll be highlighting a different letter each week, all summer long. Let’s start with the letter A!

For one week only we’re offering two exciting children’s literature titles for just 99¢ each on iTunes! Pick up R. Mitchell Scott’s book A Donkey’s Little Tale and Robert & Kathleen Basmadjian’s book Abraham’s Journey: A Celebration of the American Dream for a discounted price for ebook during our one-week sale event. This special iTunes pricing will remain through June 7th, and then it will return to regular price.

 ABC--AA Donkey’s Little Tale

Synopsis: Preparing for the journey to Bethlehem in order to register for the census, Joseph groomed the gentle donkey colt chosen to accompany him and his bride, who was with child. Along the way, the charming little beast of burden committed to memory all he saw and heard along the way in hopes that his intuitive insights and attention to detail would be passed down for generations to come. Little did he realize he would be a witness to the birth of the Christ Child, never dreaming he would be pressed into the service of a King. Thus, the little chronicler fills in many gaps in the love story of Joseph and Mary, and the joyous birth of Jesus. This is his little tale. BUY NOW

Abraham’s Journey: A Celebration of the American Dream

SynopsisAbraham’s Journey: A Celebration of the American Dream tells the story of a young boy, who through his faith, imagination and entrepreneurial spirit, sets out to achieve the American dream.

Taking place during the first Great Recession, the story begins with Abraham learning that his Mother and Father had recently lost their jobs. With Christmas not far away, and his parents unable to buy gifts for him and his sister, Abraham is determined to take matters into his own hands.  Although he desperately wants to save Christmas for his family, the reality is, he too, has no money.  But dreams can come true…where there’s a will and a way!

The story transitions with Abraham online texting his friends, searching for odd jobs around the neighborhood, when an old man with a white beard (symbolized by Abraham Lincoln) pops up on his screen. “Hello Abraham, I am here to help you,” the old man announces… as he extends his hand to the boy.  Serving as his guide, Abraham is transported into a digital world, on a colorful and heartwarming journey… that will thrill and inspire.

Along the way, Abraham is introduced to a variety of successful American icons… preachers, artists, aviators, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists …all helping him to identify his special talent, and the many virtues necessary to help him achieve his American dream.

His journey now complete, the story culminates on Christmas Day with a simple act of giving.  Abraham’s creativity, hard work and perseverance not only enable him to provide for his family, but through his compassion and generosity, he is also able to touch the lives of others.  And that is truly a celebration of the American dream! BUY NOW