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NRSV, THE C. S. LEWIS BIBLE

C. S. Lewis

ISBN: 9780310454397 Wholesale: $20.00 Retail: $39.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 7.00 x 9.50 Page Count: 1312 Carton Qty: 12

NRSV, THE C. S. LEWIS BIBLE

C. S. Lewis

ISBN: 9780310454403 Wholesale: $30.00 Retail: $59.99 Format: Leather with ribbon Trim Size: 7.50 x 10.30 Page Count: 1312 Carton Qty: 10 C. S. Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most thought-provoking and influential Christian writers of his day. Countless readers have found insight and inspiration from his uniquely articulate view of God’s interaction with the world. The NRSV C. S. Lewis Bible provides readings composed of selections from Lewis’s celebrated spiritual classics, a collection that includes Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, A Grief Observed, The Weight of Glory, and The Abolition of Man, as well as letters, poetry, fiction, and Lewis’s less-familiar works.

C. S. Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most thought-provoking and influential Christian writers of his day. Countless readers have found insight and inspiration from his uniquely articulate view of God’s interaction with the world. The NRSV C. S. Lewis Bible provides readings composed of selections from Lewis’s celebrated spiritual classics, a collection that includes Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, A Grief Observed, The Weight of Glory, and The Abolition of Man, as well as letters, poetry, fiction, and Lewis’s less-familiar works.

NRSVue, HOLY BIBLE

ISBN: 9780310461449 Wholesale: $25.00 Retail: $49.99 Format: Leather with ribbon Trim Size: 6.30 x 9.30 Page Count: 1088 Carton Qty: 24 This edition of the NRSVue Holy Bible invites you to explore the depth and beauty of Scripture. Its durable and elegant design make it the ideal Bible to carry with you to work, school, or church. Skillfully crafted for the New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition (NRSVue) text, Zondervan’s exclusive Comfort Print® typeface provides a smooth reading experience that complements the foremost Bible translation vetted by Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and Jewish scholars. Continuing the legacy of the NRSV, the NRSVue aims to faithfully serve the church in personal spiritual formation, in the liturgy, and in the academy.

NRSVue, HOLY BIBLE, PERSONAL SIZE

ISBN: 9780310461470 Wholesale: $20.00 Retail: $39.99 Format: Leather with ribbon Trim Size: 5.40 x 8.50 Page Count: 1088 Carton Qty: 24 This edition of the NRSVue Holy Bible, Personal Size invites you to explore the depth and beauty of Scripture. It’s durable and elegant design make it the ideal Bible to carry with you to work, school, or church. Skillfully crafted for the New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition (NRSVue) text, Zondervan’s exclusive Comfort Print® typeface provides a smooth reading experience that complements the foremost Bible translation vetted by Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and Jewish scholars.

A SAVIOR IS BORN

Patti Rokus

ISBN: 9780310764960 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Jacketed Hardcover Trim Size: 11.10 x 9.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 24 In one of the most unique photographic retellings customers will see during the holiday season, author Patti Rokus masterfully arranges a few rocks together and creates page after page of mustsee arrangements of the greatest story ever told. A Savior Is Born, Rocks Tell the Story of Christmas is simply an unforgettable picture book that uses majestic rock art and simple yet powerful text to inspire wonder and awe as the miracle of Christmas unfolds across the pages.

LOTS OF CHRISTMAS JOKES FOR KIDS

Whee Winn

ISBN: 9780310767107 Wholesale: $2.50 Retail: $4.99 Format: Paperback Trim Size: 5.00 x 7.10 Page Count: 128 Carton Qty: 120 Everybody loves a good joke. And the holiday season just got a whole lot merrier with this collection of wholesome Christmas jokes. Kids can be the star of the show with over 250 jokes and riddles that are easy to read and easy to remember. It also allows children to express their funny side and even get comfortable performing for a crowd at holiday gatherings. Capitalizing on the steadfast popularity of joke books for kids, this book is an ideal Christmas gift and stocking stuffer.

JESUS CALLING: THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS

Sarah Young & Katya Longhi

ISBN: 9781400210305 Wholesale: $6.50 Retail: $12.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.50 x 10.20 Page Count: 24 Carton Qty: 24 The Jesus Calling® brand has sold more than 22 million copies and has encouraged people around the world to seek the peace that can be found in the presence of the Lord. In her first Christmas book for children, Sarah Young teaches that Christ has always been present. The Christmas story began long, long ago. Before the angel Gabriel told Mary she would have God's Son. Before the shepherds saw the angels and before the wise men saw the star.

JESUS CALLING: THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS

Sarah Young & Katya Longhi

ISBN: 9781400210299 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Jacketed Hardcover Trim Size: 9.50 x 11.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 36 The Jesus Calling® brand has sold more than 22 million copies and has encouraged people around the world to seek the peace that can be found in the presence of the Lord. In her first Christmas book for children, Sarah Young teaches that Christ has always been present. The Christmas story began long, long ago. Before the angel Gabriel told Mary she would have God's Son. Before the shepherds saw the angels and before the wise men saw the star.

REALLY WOOLLY CHRISTMAS BLESSINGS

Bonnie Rickner Jensen

ISBN: 9780718097417 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 5.40 x 7.40 Page Count: 40 Carton Qty: 36 Really Woolly® Christmas Blessings will continue the bestselling series with a book of Christmas prayers and blessings, highlighting God's love in so many ways, and especially through Jesus' birth. With more than one million books sold, the Really Woolly brand is a top seller. This seasonal book will be perfect for families to enjoy during the Christmas holiday season. Children will count their blessings along with the adorable little Really Woolly lamb and his friends. Sweet rhyming text and prayers celebrate Jesus' birth and the blessings of Christmas.

MY CHRISTMAS PRAYER

Amy Parker & Frank Endersby

ISBN: 9780718099527 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 12 Carton Qty: 48 Following the wildly successful An "I Love You" Prayer, with more than 90,000 books sold, My Christmas Prayer is a seasonal die-cut board book sure to be a hit with consumers. At a low price point and covered with brightly colored foils, this rhyming book will make a wonderful gift and be a sweet story for families to enjoy at Christmastime. A terrific Christmas gift, My Christmas Prayer is die-cut with festive foil embellishments-sure to be a standout hit.

SNUGGLE TIME CHRISTMAS STORIES

Glenys Nellist & Cee Biscoe

ISBN: 9780310761327 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 5.60 x 7.30 Page Count: 26 Carton Qty: 44 Snuggle Time Christmas Stories, written by Glenys Nellist and illustrated by Cee Biscoe, is a beautiful collection of thirteen poems that tell the story of Jesus' birth. This padded board book with glitter and foil uses simple concepts, rhyming text, and adorable art to help children engage with the nativity story, delight in the Christmas season, and draw closer to God.

A VERY FIONA CHRISTMAS

Richard Cowdrey

ISBN: 9780310767732 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Jacketed Hardcover Trim Size: 10.4 x 10.5 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 32 Fans of the New York Times bestselling Fiona the Hippo picture book will love A Very Fiona Christmas, another can't-miss blockbuster hit! Parents and grandparents looking to snuggle up with their little ones and read a heartwarming holiday romp through the zoo need look no further. It's Fiona the hippo's very first Christmas, and the zoo is sparkling with holiday spirit. When the adorable little hippo asks her friends, "What's Christmas?" they set out to show her all the wonders and excitement of the season.

GIRAFFE’S LONG CHRISTMAS EVE

Shahar Kober & Jodie Shepherd

ISBN: 9781400221899 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Lift the Flap Trim Size: 5.50 x 8.00 Page Count: 10 Carton Qty: 24 It's finally Christmas Eve, and Little Giraffe has lots to do to get ready for Christmas morning in this delightful lift-the-flap board book for toddlers and preschoolers who can't wait for Christmas! Your little ones will identify with Little Giraffe's restless anticipation of Christmas—and you'll understand Dad's exhaustion!—in Giraffe's Long Christmas Eve.

CHRISTMAS LOVE LETTERS FROM GOD, UPDATED EDITION

Glenys Nellist

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ISBN: 9780310154785 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Picture Book Trim Size: 10.80 x 9.00 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 24 Pub Date: 10/3/23 What child does not love to receive mail, especially at holiday time? What if your child could receive and read his or her own personal mail from God? Christmas Love Letters from God will invite them to do just that! In this updated edition of a beloved picture book, seven Bible stories retelling the coming of Jesus from the Old and New Testaments are accompanied by a special and encouraging letter from God to your beloved child.

MY CHRISTMAS STOCKING

Crystal Bowman & Claudine Gevry

ISBN: 9780310738237 Wholesale: $3.50 Retail: $6.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 7.30 x 10.30 Page Count: 14 Carton Qty: 56

MY CHRISTMAS STORY TREE

Mary Manz Simon & Gavin Scott

ISBN: 9780310761259 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 32 What happens on Christmas Eve while children sleep? “Their stockings are filled up with candy and toys, and happy surprises for good girls and boys.” A kind-hearted man named Saint Nicholas hid a gift in a stocking long ago to remind everyone of the Gift that God sent. My Christmas Stocking, written in playful rhyme by Crystal Bowman and illustrated by Claudine Gevry, tells the story of how the favorite holiday tradition of hanging a Christmas stocking on the mantle came about.

My Christmas Story Tree, written by bestselling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon, is a board book that sparkles with glitter and foil and leads little ones through the tradition of decorating the Christmas tree. Children and their parents will follow along to add the angel, ornaments, candy canes, lights, and, finally, place the star on the top of the tree while learning the story of the very first Christmas along the way.

ITSY BITSY CHRISTMAS

Max Lucado

ISBN: 9780718088873 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 7.00 x 9.00 Page Count: 26 Carton Qty: 24

A STAR FOR JESUS

Crystal Bowman & Claudine Gevry

ISBN: 9780310738268 Wholesale: $3.50 Retail: $6.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 7.25 x 10.25 Page Count: 14 Carton Qty: 56

MOUSE’S CHRISTMAS GIFT

Mindy Baker & Dow Phumiruk

ISBN: 9780310759003 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Jacketed Hardcover Trim Size: 11.30 x 9.40 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 28

GOD BLESS OUR CHRISTMAS

Hannah C. Hall & Steve Whitlow

ISBN: 9781400323999 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Padded Board Book Trim Size: 7.75 x 7.75 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 24 Bestselling author Max Lucado brings the Christmas message to even the littlest children in this beautiful revision of his classic book Itsy Bitsy Christmas. With a beautiful new cover and diecut format, the revised Itsy Bitsy Christmas will be a favorite among families for years to come. The beloved Christmas story, as told through the experience of two small mice, brings to light the beautiful truth of Christmas - a King has indeed come for everyone, no matter how big or how small.

From bestselling author Crystal Bowman, a Christmastime board book in the shape of a star that helps little ones to learn about the importance of the star God put in the sky to send a special message. Beautiful illustrations and playful rhyming text bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life for young children in A Star for Jesus. This board book, diecut to enhance the shape of the star on the front cover, is the perfect gift to help little ones understand that “God made the stars and put them up high to shine down on earth from up in the sky.”

In Mouse's Christmas Gift, written by Mindy Baker and illustrated by artist Dow Phumiruk, one tiny church mouse must find a way to bring Christmas spirit to his little town when Parson gets sick and the usual Christmas Eve service is cancelled. Mouse never gives up hope as he prepares the nativity set and lights a small candle in the window to signal the villagers. Little ones will see themselves in Mouse's small act of faith, demonstrating that even the smallest creature can make a big difference.

These snuggly snow animals are enjoying all the blessings of Christmas! This sweet rhyming story will help your little ones focus on all the blessings of Christmas with family, including decorating cookies and trees, singing favorite carols, giving gifts, and celebrating Jesus! God Bless Our Christmas has a unique black, white, blue, and red color palette that highlights the winter world of our adorable snow-animal families.

READ AND RHYME THE FIRST CHRISTMAS

Glenys Nellist

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ISBN: 9780310762539 Wholesale: $6.50 Retail: $12.99 Format: Lift-the-Flap Book Trim Size: 6.50 x 9.00 Page Count: 12 Carton Qty: 60 Pub Date: 10/3/23 From Gleny Nellist comes Read and Rhyme The First Christmas, a sweet lift-the-flap board book that tells the story of Jesus’s birth through interactive rhyming and colorful illustrations. Children will enjoy guessing the hidden rhyme that fits into the story and discovering how Mary and Joseph made it to Bethlehem in time for the birth of baby Jesus.

THE STORY OF JESUS

ISBN: 9781400324026 Wholesale: $3.50 Retail: $6.99 Format: Padded Board Book Trim Size: 5.50 x 6.30 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 30 The life story of Jesus in a package perfect for a child’s Easter basket! This board book is a wonderful way to introduce the life of Jesus to young hearts. Sweet, rhyming text and adorable illustrations will engage children as parents and grandparents read about the story of the Savior, especially at Easter time. The padded cover is a soft but durable format for little hands, and the “carry-me” handle makes it easy for kids to tote this book to bed, to church, in the car, and on-the-go!

ITSY BITSY CHRISTMAS

Max Lucado

ISBN: 9781400322626 Wholesale: $7.50 Retail: $14.99 Format: Jacketed Hardcover Trim Size: 8.10 x 9.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 36

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DAY!

Tara Knudson & Pauline Siewert

ISBN: 9780310762898 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 16 Carton Qty: 42 “The King has come! Even for a little one like me.” Do you ever feel like you are too small or too ordinary? That is just how Itsy and Bitsy feel. When these two charming little mice hear that a King is coming to Bethlehem, they set off with great enthusiasm to find Him. Along the way, they are met with discouraging words telling them they are too little and unimportant for any king. Just when Itsy and Bitsy begin to believe that they really aren’t big enough for the new King, they learn that Christ the King has indeed come for everyone.

Parents will be baking up lots of laughs and love with their little ones this Christmas! From sprinkled, sparkled cookies to sharing with friends and family, Christmas Cookie Day! celebrates the beloved tradition of making Christmas treats. Young readers will love the bright illustrations, the playful rhyme, and the glittered cover as they follow the adorable characters through a day of cookie baking. Perfect for building new memories, this board book even features a special bonus cookie recipe for parents and their children to create together.

THE LEGEND OF ST. NICHOLAS

Dandi Daley Mackall & Richard Cowdrey

ISBN: 9780310731153 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 11.13 x 9.25 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 20 Newly illustrated by New York Times bestselling illustrator, Richard Cowdrey, and part of the successful Legend series, this Christmas title tells the story of St. Nicholas, who committed himself to Christ and helping the poor all over the world. Nicholas spent his life secretly helping those in need all over the world, giving gifts on Christmas Eve to remind people of the greatest Gift of all: Jesus Christ.

THE LEGEND OF THE CANDY CANE

Lori Walburg & Richard Cowdrey

ISBN: 9780310746720 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.50 x 7.13 Page Count: 30 Carton Qty: 34 The popular picture book that teaches children about the Christmas story of hope through the popular candy cane is now available in board book format. This board book edition of the bestselling The Legend of the Candy Cane renews the wonder and charm of the original timeless tale written by Lori Walburg with vibrant illustrations from bestselling artist, Richard Cowdrey. Now even the youngest child can discover an inspiring story of hope that reveals the Christian symbolism of a favorite Christmas candy—the candy cane.

A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PRAYER

Bonnie Rickner Jensen

ISBN: 9780718030537 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 24 Carton Qty: 36 Enjoy the wonder of Christmas with a thankful heart. Following bestselling titles A Pumpkin Prayer and An Easter Prayer, celebrate Christ’s birth with the new release A Very Merry Christmas Prayer. Join the adorable woodland animals as they celebrate Christmas! The pages of this book will walk you through beloved holiday traditions and memory-making opportunities. From twinkling lights and sparkly snowflakes to ice-skating and decorating trees, this book will make readers more thankful for Christmas, and most important, Jesus.

A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PRAYER SEEK AND FIND

Bonnie Rickner Jensen & Natalia Moore

ISBN: 9781400219476 Wholesale: $6.50 Retail: $12.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 10.40 x 12.50 Page Count: 12 Carton Qty: 24 This seek-and-find activity book edition of the favorite Christmas prayer poem will have your preschoolers searching, matching, learning vocabulary, and thanking God for the most special gift of Jesus. With adorable woodland animals, a message of joy and gratitude, and loads of things to spy out, this first seek-and-find book is an educational and fun way to keep a young child busy as they look for and find objects alone. Or, spend time reading and exploring together this holiday season.

A CHRISTMAS PRAYER

Amy Parker

ISBN: 9781400316526 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Padded Board Book Trim Size: 7.75 x 7.75 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 18 Snuggle in this holiday season and offer up A Christmas Prayer. In the tradition of A Night Night Prayer , this precious little child wanders through the house on a snowy Christmas night offering a prayer of thanks and blessing. The child finishes with thanks to God for the greatest Gift of all. Noting all the characters in the Nativity, this lovable little nighttime prayer book has interactive dialogue and soothing rhyme for a child to repeat as they look around their world at Christmastime.

GOODNIGHT, MANGER

Laura Sassi & Jane Chapman

ISBN: 9780310745563 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 10.30 x 10.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 28 Goodnight, Manger, written by Laura Sassi and illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Jane Chapman, tells the story of Mary and Joseph as they try to lull Jesus to sleep in the noisy stable after his birth. It’s bedtime for Baby Jesus, but who knew a manger could be so loud? Mama, Papa, and all of the animals try to lull the baby to sleep, but between itchy hay, angels’ joyful hosanas, and three kings bearing noisy gifts, it’s just too loud. Finally Mama finds a way for everyone to work together to shepherd baby Jesus into peaceful dreams under the twinkling stars.

THE LEGEND OF THE CHRISTMAS COOKIE

Dandi Daley Mackall & Richard Cowdrey

ISBN: 9780310747673 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 11.10 x 9.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 32 The Legend of the Christmas Cookie tells the story of a young boy named Jack who learns from his generous mother the story behind the Christmas cookie. The family who began the tradition of baking the special cookies gave them to the needy and shared the story of the very first Christmas. This sweet holiday book offers inspiration for readers to become cheerful givers themselves and encourages them to share the true tale of Jesus’ birth. A delicious recipe is included on the jacket flap so readers can make their own Christmas sugar cookies.

TWAS THE EVENING OF CHRISTMAS

Glenys Nellist & Elena Selivanova

ISBN: 9780310745532 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 8.90 x 11.30 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 24 For over 200 years, families have gathered on Christmas Eve to hear the much loved words of Dr. Clement C. Moore's "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." This year, families can gather together to share the real Christmas story—the story of Jesus' birth. 'Twas the Evening of Christmas echoes the familiar language and rhythm of Dr. Clement's poetry, but instead of focusing on Santa, it focuses on the baby Jesus-the true hero of Christmas. All families will delight in this simple retelling of the most famous story ever told.

A CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR SANTA

John T. Elkins & Ag Jatkowska

ISBN: 9780310764434 Wholesale: $9.99 Retail: $5.00 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 10.40 x 10.40 Page Count: 32 Carton Qty: 24

SLOTHY CLAUS

Jodie Shepherd & MacKenzie Haley

ISBN: 9781400223589 Wholesale: $6.50 Retail: $12.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 8.80 x 8.80 Page Count: 40 Carton Qty: 24

ONE CHRISTMAS BEAR

Anne Vittur Kennedy

ISBN: 9780718090142 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 24

COCOA’S CRANKY CHRISTMAS

Beth Hughes & Thomas Nelson

ISBN: 9781400221943 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 24 A Christmas Gift for Santa, A Bedtime Book for Little Ones presents a new side to Santa Claus. After delivering all the Christmas presents to boys and girls around the world, Santa wonders if there might be a gift at home waiting for him. But Mrs. Claus hasn't forgotten Santa. Next to a beautiful handwritten note, a homemade gift waits for him.

What will children do when a sluggish Slothy Claus doesn't make it to their home in time for Christmas morning? This charming story helps kids learn that Christmas is about more than just presents under the tree. Slothy Claus has lots of presents for good boys and girls this year, but how is this notoriously lethargic animal supposed to travel all around the world in just one night? You guessed it! Slothy takes his sweet time, and when kids wake up to empty stockings and bare trees, it feels like Christmas is ruined! How will they ever find happiness without their chocolates and toys?

With its eye-catching foil, glitter, and die-cut cover, this fun Christmas counting board book will be an excellent seasonal addition for families who loved One Spring Lamb and One Big Turkey. Parents already know and love award-winning author and illustrator Anne Vittur Kennedy for her previous titles One Spring Lamb and One Big Turkey, and One Christmas Bear is an excellent seasonal addition to the series. A highly embellished cover, die-cut design, and competitive price point make this book an attractive purchase for an impulse buy during the biggest shopping season of the year.

This silly interactive holiday story features a grumpy dog who is not ready for Christmas. Follow the directions to clap, sing, and find the doggy cookies to try to cheer up Cocoa in time for Christmas Eve in this funny board book. With a glittered cover, zany minimalist art by Beth Hughes, and a good helping of silly antics, this delightful Christmas book for 2 to 6-year-olds will capture your littlest readers' imaginations and put them in the Christmas spirit.

I’M GOING TO GIVE YOU A POLAR BEAR HUG!

Caroline B. Cooney & Tim Warnes

ISBN: 9780310768746 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 8.00 x 8.00 Page Count: 24 Carton Qty: 24 If you’re looking for a cuddle up, read-aloud, giggle- along story to share with your children and grandchildren … you’ve found it! This highly engaging follow-up to the bestselling and beloved I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug! imagines all the cozy, warm hugs little ones love to receive on cold, blustery days. Get ready to snuggle! From acclaimed author and illustrator pair Caroline B. Cooney and Tim Warnes comes I’m Going to Give You a Polar Bear Hug!, a delightful padded board book with adorable, cuddly illustrations that inspire children to get cozy and as they follow along with a story overflowing with winter fun.

Celebrate Advent and Christmas with this read-aloud children's prayer book by Sarah Young, bestselling author of Jesus Calling, Jesus Always, and Jesus Listens. This board book includes an Advent calendar of 25 prayers alongside a simple retelling of the Christmas story that invites the hope of Jesus and the joy of the nativity into little hearts.

In this glittering and heartwarming collection, three of today’s bestselling sweet romance novelists offer up the gift of cheer for the winter holiday season. Darby doesn’t want to go home for the holidays, but a career fail sends her slinking back to the small town she always wanted to escape. No one there is especially glad to see the former mean girl—especially not her sister, Erica, or childhood best friend, Gregory. Darby is working hard to be a better person, but has she eaten enough humble pie to make amends?

This Christmas, discover the gift of Jesus and what He means for your life. What if, in accepting this most precious gift, you are met with His grace and mercy and His peaceful presence? In the midst of chaotic holiday preparations, The Gift of Jesus will remind you that Christmas is a season of joy and renewal. In The Gift of Jesus, beloved pastor and teacher Dr. Charles Stanley takes a deeply personal and inspiring look at how God gave us Himself through the birth of Christ.

JESUS CALLING ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS PRAYERS

Sarah Young

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ISBN: 9781400244027 Wholesale: $5.00 Retail: $9.99 Format: Board Book Trim Size: 5.00 x 7.00 Page Count: 20 Carton Qty: 48 Pub Date: 8/15/23

ON THE WAY TO CHRISTMAS

Sheila Roberts

ISBN: 9780840701572 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Paperback Trim Size: 5.00 x 7.00 Page Count: 336 Carton Qty: 36

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THE GIFT OF JESUS

Charles F. Stanley

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ISBN: 9781400238866 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 5.80 x 7.80 Page Count: 160 Carton Qty: 24

’TWAS THE SEASON OF LENT

Glenys Nellist

ISBN: 9780310139379 Wholesale: $10.00 Retail: $19.99 Format: Hardcover Picture Book Trim Size: 8.50 x 11.00 Page Count: 48 Carton Qty: 30 Pub Date: 1/2/24

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‘Twas the Season of Lent is a 40-day devotional and storybook that explores the life, words, and works of Jesus and encourages families to draw closer to God during the Lenten Season. From beloved author Glenys Nellist, this book focused on Jesus’s mission to the least, the lost, and the lonely, with each story and accompanying prayer prompt encouraging children to try to be more like Jesus and to do what God calls them to.

STORIES BEHIND THE BEST-LOVED SONGS OF CHRISTMAS

Ace Collins

ISBN: 9780310115908 Wholesale: $7.50 Retail: $14.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 5.30 x 7.50 Page Count: 224 Carton Qty: 40 Incredible stories and the inspiration behind the most popular Christmas songs, including Jingle Bells, Mary, Did You Know?, The First Noel, O Holy Night, Silver Bells, and White Christmas. Ringing along with the chimes in Silver Bells. Laughing along with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Holding a candle while singing a chorus of Silent Night. The songs that you’ve sung since you were a child continue to bring Christmas to life each year. Now, you’ll learn how your favorite Christmas songs came to be.

COZY NATIVITY

ISBN: 9781400208937 Wholesale: $4.50 Retail: $8.99 Format: Padded Board Book Trim Size: 7.50 x 7.50 Page Count: 10 Carton Qty: 40 In Cozy Nativity, everyone is excited about the coming King, including the animals! As news of Jesus' birth spreads, the creatures along the way cluck, hee-haw, and baa with joy in this vibrant board book for infants through preschoolers. The simple Bible story and rich illustrations in Cozy Nativity remind little ones of God's perfect plan for Jesus' birth - and for them. They will love the touch-and-feel element on each spread and repeating the silly animal sounds as the anticipation of Jesus' birthday grows.

THE BEAUTIFUL WORD FOR CHRISTMAS

Mary E. DeMuth

ISBN: 9780310087564 Wholesale: $7.50 Retail: $14.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 7.40 x 7.30 Page Count: 208 Carton Qty: 16 The Beautiful Word brand has sold more than 150,000 books, and this Christmas-themed edition will be an ideal, appealing gift for the busiest shopping season of the year. Four-color hand-lettered Scripture selections from the Christmas story are accompanied by short seasonal devotional readings for a perfect holiday gift! With the great success of The Beautiful Word brand, The Beautiful Word for Christmas is a perfect seasonal gift containing highly designed, four-color artistic word art of beloved Bible verses alongside short devotions.

52 LITTLE LESSONS FROM A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Bob Welch

ISBN: 9780785265917 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 5.70 x 7.30 Page Count: 256 Carton Qty: 32 Gold Medallion Award-winner Bob Welch crafts 52 nuggets of Bible-based wisdom from one of the most popular novels of all time, A Christmas Carol. First published in 1843, Charles Dickens’s novella A Christmas Carol became an immediate bestseller with its timeless bedrock themes of forgiveness, humility, generosity, renewal, and the true meaning of Christmas. Award-winning author Bob Welch explores what the heartwarming classic can teach each and every one of us.

Gold Medallion Award-winner Bob Welch gleans 52 nuggets of Bible-based wisdom from one of the most popular Christmas movies of all time, It’s a Wonderful Life. Revisit the defining lessons in Frank Capra’s 1946 classic and discover new dimensions of the film you’ve seen time and again.

52 LITTLE LESSONS FROM IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE

Bob Welch

ISBN: 9780785265702 Wholesale: $8.50 Retail: $16.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 5.70 x 7.30 Page Count: 256 Carton Qty: 32

THE CRADLE, CROSS, AND CROWN

Billy Graham

ISBN: 9780529104984 Wholesale: $1.50 Retail: $2.99 Format: Softcover Trim Size: 4.00 x 6.00 Page Count: 64 Carton Qty: 100 Heaven descends to earth as we celebrate and rejoice in the true meaning of Christmas. The true Christmas message is so often lost in the busyness and profit-making venues during the holiday season. How does one wade through all of the worldly diversions and still find Christ? Drawing from a lifetime of writings and sermons, beloved preacher and author Billy Graham pierces through the meaningless activity we get caught up in by taking readers back to the time when heaven descended to earth—and the place where Christ was born.

JESUS CALLING FOR CHRISTMAS

Sara Young

ISBN: 9781400309184 Wholesale: $9.00 Retail: $17.99 Format: Hardcover Trim Size: 6.00 x 7.00 Page Count: 160 Carton Qty: 24 Jesus Calling® for Christmas is a heartwarming compilation of devotions from Sarah Young's bestselling brand. With 50 seasonally themed selections as well as high design and exquisite imagery that evokes the season, Jesus Calling® for Christmas makes a stunning addition to the Jesus Calling family of books. Readers will enjoy devotions with select Scriptures as well as the Christmas story, Old Testament prophecies about the birth of Jesus, and lovely images with overlaid script.