FriesenPress | BookstoreHot off the presses! The most recently released books at the FriesenPress Bookstore. Support independent self-published authors and buy direct from FriesenPress.Bookshttps://books.friesenpress.com/store3600FriesenPressen-ushttps://www.rssboard.org/rss-specificationhttps://books.friesenpress.com/static/images/friesenpress/FriesenPress2015.pngFriesenPress | Bookstorehttps://books.friesenpress.com/store14446inSPIRE®: Faith for a "Whole" Life

Join the inSPIRE® journey to find lasting wholeness—rooted in God’s deep, abiding love and his timeless principles. This holistic discipleship framework invites you to move from fragmented faith toward an integrated life of belief, wellness, and inner strength across five interconnected dimensions:

Spiritual

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Donna Lee Lamothehttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000575382683/Donna-Lee-Lamothe-inSPIRE%C2%AE119734000575382683Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:36:32 -0000Religion, Christian Living, InspirationalReligion, Christian Living, Personal GrowthReligion, Christian Living, Spiritual Growth
A Mystic's Journey: Ashram Kitchen to Silicon Valley

For any one that has wondered about the meaning of life and why we are here, this is the book for you.

Sandra takes you from her “normal” middle class upbringing in a typical white Anglo-Saxon Protestant city, to opening the window to the wild ride that became her life. The river of her life moved from child, to music teacher, to an unbelievable journey around the world working in an ashram kitchen and onto global finance.

Her life then took a 180 degree change to an entrepreneurial life in the heart of Silicon Valley.

The Mystic’s Journey is an exploration of the Self and finding your own personal power, joy, and abundance in life. Sandra gives the reader the wisdom she gained; with the knowledge that everyone can use, to fill their life with love, abundance, and meaning.

Francesca McCartney PhD

Author: BODY OF HEALTH: THE NEW SCIENCE OF INTUITION MEDICINE®

Founder: Academy of Intuition Medicine®

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Sandra Waleshttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000555897416/Sandra-Wales-A-Mystic%27s-Journey119734000555897416Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:45:48 -0000Biography & Autobiography, Personal MemoirsSelf-Help, Personal GrowthReligion, Spirituality
Lost in Uganda

Lost in Uganda is the story of two sisters, Shally and Annie, who mysteriously bring an imaginary friend, Iggy, to life. Iggy, a fuzzy creature with extraordinary powers, whisks the sisters across the world into the most magical adventure of their lives.

But as wonder turns to danger, the sisters must rely on their courage, wits and real-world knowledge to guide them through the journey. Is Iggy a friend or a foe? And will they survive this magical adventure when danger lurks around every corner?

Inspired by the author’s own experiences “Adventures with Iggy - Lost in Uganda” is the perfect chapter book for children who like magic and adventure stories.

Want more Iggy fun? Join him beyond the pages and follow his adventures on Instagram at @adventures_with_iggy!

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Zentul Madhanihttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000493551016/Zentul-Madhani-Lost-in-Uganda119734000493551016Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:37:50 -0000Juvenile Fiction, Action & AdventureJuvenile Fiction, Family, Siblings
This Little Light of Mine: A father's memoir on his daughter's brief but deeply significant life

When four-year-old Elisa Linton was diagnosed with Sanfilippo syndrome—a rare, terminal childhood disease—her father Randall’s world shifted forever.

In this deeply personal account, Randall shares how his little girl sparked a global community of doctors, researchers, families, and unlikely allies—from grandmothers to celebrities—to advance rare disease research and bring hope to families facing the unthinkable.

As his family’s fight against an impossible diagnosis becomes a movement, it reveals profound truths about love, faith, and the extraordinary strength that emerges when ordinary people refuse to surrender to despair.

Conveyed with raw honesty and unexpected moments of joy and humour, this is a testament to tragedy as a catalyst for healing, hope, and lasting change that reaches far beyond one family’s journey.

All proceeds from the sale of this book go to The Sanfilippo Children’s Research Foundation. Visit ALifeforElisa.org.

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Randall Lintonhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000542284113/Randall-Linton-This-Little-Light-of-Mine119734000542284113Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:33:13 -0000Family & Relationships, Children With Special NeedsBiography & Autobiography, Personal MemoirsReligion, Faith
The Rose of Ravenna

A forbidden love for the ages. A betrayal that echoes throughout history. Those who bore witness are ready to tell their story.

Ravenna, Italy, 1275. Beautiful Francesca da Polenta starts every morning with a sweet nectarine from the grove outside the castle she grew up in. Raised by her father, Guido, Lord of Ravenna, her mother, Sofia, and the lush flora of the castle grounds who have come to care for her as one of their own, Francesca’s life seems an idyllic dream.

However, conflict looms as the Guelph-Ghibelline war bleeds the land dry. In this game of competing powers, marriage is a strategic move, and Francesca is but a pawn. In an effort to solidify a powerful alliance, Guido marries her off to one of the four troubled sons of the despotic Rimini magistrate, Malatesta da Verucchio. Francesca is initially dismayed, but soon after she meets sensitive, handsome, green-eyed Paolo, she finds her heart is no longer her own.

Once Francesca arrives in Rimini, however, things take a turn for the worse. Obsession, jealousy, and lust wreak havoc on the Malatesta household, and Francesca is soon caught between fate and her own desires as she is swept up in the dark undercurrents of power and greed. Ever hidden in plain sight are the narrators of Francesca’s story—the botanical cohort who have interests and motivations all their own.

In the tradition of Dante Alighieri, Veronica Guido’s fictionalized account of these historical figures gives their story a fresh perspective, shedding new light on a familiar tale of tragedy and woe.

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Veronica Guidohttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000557454609/Veronica-Guido-The-Rose-of-Ravenna119734000557454609Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:26:34 -0000Fiction, Historical, MedievalFiction, Magical RealismFiction, Nature & the Environment
Whiskers in a Twist: A "No Ordinary Cats" Tale

Moonsie is looking a little worse for the wear. He needs a vet, and quick . . . but this feisty feline isn’t going to make it easy!

A rhyming, rhythmic delight for animal lovers young and old with enriching activities to accompany it, Whiskers in a Twist is a humorous, memorable poem that captures the love, responsibility, and (mis)adventure that comes with owning a pet.

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Lisa Erixonhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000582460233/Lisa-Erixon-Whiskers-in-a-Twist119734000582460233Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:22:37 -0000Juvenile Fiction, Animals, CatsJuvenile Fiction, PoetryJuvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
One Piece out of Place

In the summer of 1996, 15-year-old Alex heads down to his family’s favourite campground in Squamish. This year, though, is different; an unexpected connection with a girl he meets there changes the shape of his heart—and his life—forever. It’s not quite romance, or at least, it’s not only romance. She feels like home.

But it’s not to be, not now; when she asks him if they can cool things down a little, he feels it like a hole in his heart.

Alex carries that hole through into adulthood; their long-distance friendship lingers and slowly shapes itself to their new lives. But he can’t forget her, and he can’t seem to make their powerful connection sit comfortably on the periphery of his life. And when he finds himself on a precipice, she’s the one waiting to catch him.

Quiet and nostalgic, One Piece out of Place is a story of love, loss, friendship, and navigating the shifting roads of life.

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Christian Cupakhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000596316434/Christian-Cupak-One-Piece-out-of-Place119734000596316434Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:44:20 -0000Fiction, Romance, Second ChancesFiction, Romance, ContemporaryFiction, World Literature / Canada
An Odyssey: My Seven Years as a First Nations Chief

Bill Tooshkenig became Chief of Walpole Island First Nation at a young age, beginning a journey that would shape his life and community. In An Odyssey: My Seven Years as a First Nations Chief, he shares the stories that led him to leadership and the experiences that defined his years as Chief.

Bill was able to travel widely, meeting with leaders from across Canada and around the world. At the same time, he remained deeply connected to his community, always guided by a vision of strengthening his people by helping them reach their full potential.

This memoir is both a personal story and a tribute to his family, his people, and the belief that true leadership means helping others grow. Bill Tooshkenig will be remembered as one of the best leaders of his time, a man who believed in people and wanted the very best for them.

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Bill Tooshkenighttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000542282686/Bill-Tooshkenig-An-Odyssey119734000542282686Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:41:06 -0000Biography & Autobiography, Indigenous Peoples of Turtle IslandHistory, Indigenous, ModernSocial Science, Indigenous Studies
Grandma’s Garden: The Watermelon Book

Grandma’s Garden (The Watermelon Book) is a heartwarming children’s story inspired by cherished childhood memories of growing up in the country. In a world that moved a little slower and felt a lot simpler, neighbors tended gardens and farms, sharing the fruits of their labor and the joy of community.

The story follows curious twin siblings—a brother and sister—who love visiting Grandma’s garden, a magical place filled with blueberries, strawberries, and the sweet scent of summer. Together, they explore the rows of vegetables, chase butterflies, and sneak a few too many berries when Grandma isn’t looking. Their playful mischief leads to a funny twist as they stumble upon the biggest watermelon in the patch, setting the stage for a sweet and surprising adventure.

Through bright illustrations and gentle storytelling, Grandma’s Garden captures the innocence of childhood wonder and the simple joys of nature. More than just a story about fruit and fun, it celebrates family, togetherness, and the timeless bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Grandma’s Garden reminds readers—young and old—of the beauty of growing, sharing, and making memories that last a lifetime.

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James Vincenthttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000512886399/James-Vincent-Grandma%E2%80%99s-Garden119734000512886399Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:32:16 -0000Juvenile Fiction, Family, SiblingsJuvenile Fiction, Humorous StoriesJuvenile Fiction, Nature & The Natural World, Flowers & Plants
The Hunt on the Tundra

Newly graduated from university, Dana Fraser is looking for adventure. A city girl with a fear of horses, Dana faces challenges both within her heart and courtesy of mother nature. The Hunt on the Tundra follows Dana in the late summer of 1974 as she strives to prove to herself that she can push the limits of what she knows and forge through the unknown that the BC tundra brings: a night alone in the wilderness, quicksand-like muskeg, bears and wolves, alcohol abuse, lies and even murder.

In camp, she encounters relationships unlike any she’s seen in the city – from her unpredictable but attractive boss, Jimmy, to the calm indigenous couple who share their journey of healing.

On top of battling the unknown in nature that surrounds her, she battles her father’s voice in her head that tells her she’s just not good enough. Will the voice of her alcoholic father fade, or will she leave the tundra with more scars than she had when she arrived?

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Lorri Rudlandhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000526887190/Lorri-Rudland-The-Hunt-on-the-Tundra119734000526887190Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:19:33 -0000Fiction, Places / CanadaFiction, ThrillersFiction, Action & Adventure
Was it God... or Nothing?: How Did We Get Here? Why Are We Here? What Then?

As a young man, David Reesor wrestled with the teachings of the faith he was raised in, and he began to question the validity of Christianity. In his search for answers, he delved into a variety of world religions, and in time found himself inching into Atheism. He soon realized that scientific facts demanded an initial cause, for everything. He eventually returned to Christianity with a new appreciation for focusing on the basics, and now his desire is to communicate his journey—and his faith—to his children, grandchildren, and to those on a similar journey.

Was it God… or Nothing? draws on science, logic, and history to establish the necessity of a transcendent Creator as the only possible explanation of how we got here, and to tackle critical issues such as the problem of suffering, the afterlife, and the nature of God and his relationship with humanity. Mr. Reesor presents a compelling case that faith and reason can work together to reveal life’s deepest truths.

Readers will be challenged to take a fresh look at Big Bang cosmology and the beginning of our universe, ultimately discovering the importance of their place in it.

Written in a clear and engaging style, Was it God... or Nothing? makes complex ideas easy to understand, and the insights contained in these pages have the power to reshape perspectives and spark meaningful discussions. It will serve as a thought-provoking and potentially life-changing legacy for generations to come!

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David W. Reesorhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000506650419/David-W.-Reesor-Was-it-God...-or-Nothing%3F119734000506650419Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:14:45 -0000Religion, Christian Theology, ApologeticsReligion, Christian Living, Spiritual GrowthReligion, Biblical Studies
Picking Potato

What will entice a grumpy dog to get off the couch and go out to play? Join Norman as his humans take him on a road trip that will shake up his life and hopefully get him out of his slump. This story is based of the real tale of when the author surprised her dog Norman with a furry new friend.

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Olivia Lavenderhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000581329303/Olivia-Lavender-Picking-Potato119734000581329303Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:12:31 -0000Juvenile Fiction, Stories In VerseJuvenile Fiction, Animals, DogsJuvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
An Extraordinary Lady Ahead of Her Time: Part 2

A new chapter begins for Francine Marsowe when she enters medical school, eager to follow in her father’s footsteps and become a psychiatrist. Her life seems perfectly on track—she’s excelling in her studies, making new friends, and maintaining a strong long-distance relationship with Mark, her high school sweetheart—until a stranger begins stalking her, and everything changes.

After one violent night, a child is conceived—a precious life born from darkness. Francine hopes that love and truth will show the child she is more than her origins. Yet the road to healing is not easy for either of them.

Shaped by a tumultuous childhood and guided by compassion, Francine has always faced hardship with quiet strength. But as grief, loss, and cruel twists of fate threaten to break her spirit, even her remarkable strength begins to falter. To find her way forward, Francine must lean on those around her—those who judge a person only by their heart and nothing more.

Anchored by the love of family and friends, Francine discovers that with unconditional love, hope endures—even after unimaginable pain.

The sequel to Our Daughter: Our Love, Our Light, Our Joy, Our Pleasure, Heart of Our Hearts Forever, Beth Carol Solomon’s An Extraordinary Lady Ahead of Her Time is a compelling, moving story of resilience, faith, and the enduring power of love.

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Beth Carol Solomonhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000570670311/Beth-Carol-Solomon-An-Extraordinary-Lady-Ahead-of-Her-Time%3A-Part-2119734000570670311Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:08:31 -0000Fiction, WomenFiction, Family Life, Parenthood & ChildrenFiction, Sagas
The Iron Pig

The last of the old breed, he works the street, part of a broken justice system he no longer trusts or believes in. He struggles to understand the new generation of street soldiers, and rails against the way technology has stripped the job of its humanity. Haunted by the ghosts of his past, he contemplates an uncertain future, unaware that fate has something shocking in store for him.

He is The Iron Pig.

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Apollo Kowalykhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000326608863/Apollo-Kowalyk-The-Iron-Pig119734000326608863Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:03:53 -0000Fiction, Mystery & Detective, Police ProceduralFiction, CrimeFiction, City Life
Wanderers Through Space and Time

From one of only a handful of human colonies on Mars, Joel Jones stares at the bluish star that was once his home. World War III left Earth a devastated wasteland and eradicated its population, leaving only those humans that fled to Mars remaining. But Joel, together with the brilliant scientist Carole Ibrahim, rather than despair any longer on the empty Earth or the barren landscape of Mars, finds hope in the stars. They devise a plot to use the starship Quest to transport sustainable crops, animals, and, using cryogenics, people to a new Earth-like planet. Hand in hand, Joel and Carole lead their fellow voyagers into the far reaches of space, unsure what—or who—may await them and their descendants on the new planet they hope to call home.

Thus begins a multi-millennia journey toward a future that cannot afford to repeat the mistakes of the past, one that leads to encounters with the Neptians, Qhan, and the most fiendish weapon the galaxy has ever known.

In this sixth volume of the Devistor series, readers old and new will be enthralled by the inventive and carefully detailed approach characteristic of John M. Jefferson’s science fiction universe. But Wanderers Through Space and Time offers even more than compelling societies and characters, human and alien—it boldly envisions a sustainable and peaceful world, asking questions as relevant to New Earth as the readers’ own world.

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John M. Jeffersonhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000585542167/John-M.-Jefferson-Wanderers-Through-Space-and-Time119734000585542167Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:58:36 -0000Fiction, Science Fiction, Space ExplorationFiction, Science Fiction, Alien ContactFiction, Science Fiction, Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic
A New Beginning

It’s the first day of Grade 7, a big day in any kid’s life.

For Kevin Rogers, the feeling is different. It’s thrilling and nauseating. It’s exciting and nerve-racking. Because for the first time in seven years, he’ll walk in the door of a brand new school.

In A New Beginning, experience Grade 7 through the eyes and mind of the new kid, one looking to put his bullied past behind him in search of friendship, good grades, and… girls? Ride the roller coaster of adolescence and experience, or remember, what it’s like to be 12 in the world of 2003.

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Andrew Macklinhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000570302208/Andrew-Macklin-A-New-Beginning119734000570302208Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:51:31 -0000Young Adult Fiction, Coming of AgeYoung Adult Fiction, Social Themes, Self-Esteem & Self-RelianceYoung Adult Fiction, Social Themes, Friendship
If I Could Fly

Gabriel daydreams about taking a trip, flying high in the sky to discover the wonders of the world. Where could he go? What would he do? He might travel to Brazil’s Amazon Jungle in search of the fierce piranha fish, or relax in the warm waters of Iceland’s Blue Lagoon, or enjoy eating a buttery pastry in Paris, France. The world is full of incredible places, animals, and foods, and Gabriel wants to discover them all.

If I Could Fly is a charming book full of beautiful illustrations and captivating rhymes. It encourages children to learn about the different people, sights, and foods that are available throughout the world. Who knows what might be waiting for them out there beyond the horizon, if only they could fly!

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Julian Klazkinhttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000544925461/Julian-Klazkin-If-I-Could-Fly119734000544925461Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:23:09 -0000Juvenile Fiction, TravelJuvenile Fiction, People & PlacesJuvenile Fiction, Imagination & Play
Getting Here from There: The First 10 Years

Learn to tell your truth from a reflective, honest, nonreactive perceptive.

Recently retired from a challenging legal career, Donna Armstrong is asking the big questions:

Who am I now? Why am I here now? Why am I still so Lonely?

Digging in to the first ten years of her life, Armstrong uncovers secrets and hidden truth and treasure. Blame and anger turned to wonder and curiosity. The emotions and trauma experinced in those first ten years were still defining her. And yet her ability to survive and the techniques she developed also came to shape who she became.

In Getting Here From There, Ms Armstrong proves that where you start need have no bearing on where you end up.

Born the youngest of six siblings in a farming family, the idyllic backdrop hid a hostile and unwelcoming environment. The messages Donna received in those formative years were clear, you are ugly, your birth caused our Mother's mental illness, if you tell you will not be believed.

There is a dark side to her family. There are villians.

Thankfully there is also survival and thriving and strength.

Getting Here from There shows you how Donna Armstrong came to forgive and even be thankful for the people who mistreated her.

It is a gripping bumpy ride.

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Donna Armstronghttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000609461752/Donna-Armstrong-Getting-Here-from-There119734000609461752Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:33:47 -0000Biography & Autobiography, Social Scientists & PsychologistsFamily & Relationships, Abuse, Child AbusePsychology, Social Psychology
In the Silence I Found Myself

When I finally sat still long enough to listen, I realized that silence isn’t emptiness; it’s truth. It’s where the spirit breathes, where wounds begin to close, and where the pieces of who we are start to find their way back home.

Born in the quiet spaces between grief and healing, chaos and clarity, In the Silence, I Found Myself is a powerfully evocative collection of poetry that gives strong and resonant voice to the lived experiences of Canada’s Inuit and other Indigenous peoples. For generations, they’ve been forced into silence by cruelly indifferent colonizers and the governmental-policy makers who have refused to listen to any voices but their own.

But in that silence, there is strength. There is healing. And there is hope.

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Stephanie Mikki Adamshttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000587140511/Stephanie-Mikki-Adams-In-the-Silence-I-Found-Myself119734000587140511Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:31:04 -0000Poetry, CanadianPoetry, Subjects & Themes, Diversity & MulticulturalPoetry, Subjects & Themes, Women Authors
Blue Light: The Highs and Lows of a Spirited Life in Poetry and Prose

Blue Light is a collection of found poetry, lyrics, stories, and diary entries that chronicles the life, creativity, and soul of a complex man. In writing that is vulnerable, witty, and profound, Harvey bares his heart and soul on the page as he delves into the themes of his Italian family roots, childhood memories, friendships, passions, demons, losses, and loves. These are but some of the intertwined threads that shaped Harvey, the golden boy whose childhood traumas eventually led him to seek solace in alcohol and drugs. His substance use rapidly escalated to a dependency on opioids, in all available forms, that almost took his life on several occasions.

In his own words, we hear the voice of a man expressing the darkness of despair and the blue-light elation at finding sobriety. This deeply moving, personal history is one which everyone struggling with the helplessness and the shame that shrouds addiction can relate to and find hope.

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Harvey Puppihttps://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000369380156/Harvey-Puppi-Blue-Light119734000369380156Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:27:42 -0000Poetry, CanadianPoetry, Subjects & Themes, FamilyBiography & Autobiography, Personal Memoirs