Jimmathy’s Odyssey 2: A Tale of Possible Heroes

by Simon Sidorski, Elsie Schwarz, Violet Alton, and Isaac Tenholder

TESTIMONIALS

“A second global adventure of epic proportions!” – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, author of The Narrative Spirituality of Dante’s Divine Comedy

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Elsie Schwarz, Isaac Tenholder, Simon Sidorski, and Violet Alton are students at a school in Missouri. They love writing about Jimmathy and creating funny characters. They all enjoy writing humorous books together.

OTHER CHILDREN’S BOOKS

The Three Miracle Cats, Part 2: Kikyo’s Story

Written and Illustrated by Danielle Catherine Mesa

TESTIMONIALS

TBA

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Danielle C. Mesa was born in Boston, Massachusetts to a devoted Catholic family. Her father is a deacon serving at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston. The desire of her heart is to use the gifts and talents she has received from God to give praise and glory to the Lord. Danielle’s aspiration is that her book will reveal the joy and hope children with special needs bring to their families and those around them. She holds a fine arts degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston and a Post-Bachelor’s degree from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

To learn more about Danielle and her upcoming projects, visit her on the web at https://www.daniellecatherinemesa.com/

OTHER CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Light of the World: Tabernacle Art Coloring Book

by Lynda Rozell

Ages 8-Adult!

Click on the puzzle images below to order your very own 500-piece tabernacle puzzle in a tin can (from the Tin-Can Pilgrim!) — both the book cover and the tabernacle from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Miami Beach, Florida (photo courtesy of Jim Dwight Davis). More tabernacle puzzles coming soon!

TESTIMONIALS

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

​Lynda Rozell travels around the United States in her Airstream camper volunteering, writing, evangelizing, and speaking.  Also known as the “Tin Can Pilgrim,” Lynda writes a blog about her travels and apostolate at https://tincanpilgrim.com.  You’ll find entertaining reels and photos about churches, shrines, areas of natural beauty, and her travels on @tincanpilgrim on Instagram and the Tin Can Pilgrim Facebook page.  A graduate of the University of Virginia Law School, Lynda worked as an attorney for many years before embarking on her marvelous adventure with God.  In addition to Return to Me: Visits to the Tabernacle (En Route Books and Media 2024) and this accompanying coloring book, Lynda’s books include Journeys with a Tin Can Pilgrim: from corporate lawyer to Airstream nomad (St. John’s Press 2021); In Plain Sight Hidden: Poems from a Tin Can Pilgrim (St. Bona’s Press 2022); and The Airstream Travels Coloring Book (St. Bona’s Press 2022).  She also is a contributor and photographer for The Eighth Station by Deirdre McQuade and Friends (Via Crucis Press 2024).

Photograph by Renata Grzan Wieczorek — https://www.FortheLoveofBeauty.com

OTHER CHILDREN’S BOOKS

I bambini della cappella e il Primo Natale

scritto da E. G. Enga e illustrato da Lora Schaunaman

TESTIMONIANZE

“I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale “ è un libro dolcissimo, ideale da leggere insieme a genitori e figli. Leggetelo ai vostri figli prima che possano leggerlo da soli, e genererà bellissimi momenti di insegnamento e preziose conversazioni con i vostri piccoli. Poi, quando potranno leggerlo da soli, ricorderanno e faranno tesoro del tempo trascorso con voi e delle cose di cui avete parlato”. – James Papandrea, autore di The Squire’s Journey.

“I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale” è una lettura piacevole e accattivante per bambini e genitori! Questo racconto che scalda il cuore racconta la storia di quattro fratelli, Miriam, Zelia, Joseph e John Paul Langford, che lasciano la scuola pochi giorni prima delle vacanze di Natale. Mentre aspettano che la madre li venga a prendere, si recano nella cappella per pregare. Improvvisamente una luce intensa trasporta i fratelli al tempo del Primo Natale. Nel corso delle loro avventure, assistono in prima persona agli eventi della nascita di Cristo. E.G. dipinge un’immagine vivida della storia del Natale, un’esperienza davvero memorabile per il lettore, che si sentirà trasportato insieme ai fratelli Langford come testimoni del Primo Natale”. – Danielle Mesa, autrice di Cardelina: A Story of Joy, Hope and Love e The Three Miracle Cats

“Mi piace il modo in cui la storia intreccia brillantemente elementi di storia, allegoria e scoperta, e temi senza tempo di coraggio e fede cattolica. Le ambientazioni ricche di dettagli e i personaggi ben delineati ne fanno una lettura coinvolgente per bambini e adulti. La lettura del libro ispirerà i bambini a visitare spesso Cristo Re e a mostrargli la massima riverenza nel Santissimo Sacramento. Davvero un classico senza tempo, pubblicato nell’anno del Congresso Eucaristico Nazionale. I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale è una bellissima aggiunta alla biblioteca di ogni bambino, perfetta per stimolare l’immaginazione e infondere il vero spirito del Natale. Non vedo l’ora di vedere altri libri di E.G. Enga!” – Suor M. Gianna Casino, LIHM, autrice di Puffel e di I Talk to God about You

“Riallacciandosi ai classici della letteratura per l’infanzia come le Cronache di Narnia e la serie Magic Treehouse, il debutto autoriale di E.G. Enga racconta l’affascinante storia di quattro fratelli che entrano in una cappella piena di reliquie provenienti dalla Terra Santa e vengono trasportati misticamente sulla scena della Natività a Betlemme. I fratelli sono trasformati per sempre da questo Natale speciale, quando incontrano un tempo lontano della storia come una realtà sempre presente.Ogni lettore è sicuro di uscire da I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale con una rinnovata sensazione che ogni casa in cui è presente l’amore può diventare un’altra Betlemme.”  – Michael Walker, autore di Galahad

“I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale” è un racconto affascinante e una lettura adatta a tutte le età, che sicuramente porterà immagini sane e devozioni nelle giornate dei bambini.Emily Enga avvicina la Sacra Famiglia alla realtà, ricordando al lettore che anche questa è la nostra famiglia santa e adottiva, che si prende cura di ciascuno di noi e gode con noi anche delle più piccole benedizioni.”– Thérèse Judeana, autrice della trilogia Ransom:Shadow of an Empire (libro 1: Cross of Secrets, libro 2: Trial By Time e libro 3: Shards of Crystal).

“Emily Enga condivide una deliziosa storia natalizia di viaggi nel tempo e miracoli che sarà amata da grandi e piccini!I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale fa rivivere tutti i personaggi della tradizione natalizia, incoraggiandoci a stare vicino alla Sacra Famiglia come Miriam, Giuseppe, Giovanni Paolo e Zelia.” – Grace Bourget, autrice di Vale of Hope, Ad Maré: Song of the Pleiades, Light of Faith: Poems and Plays

“I bambini della cappella e il primo Natale” di E. G. Enga è un racconto vivace di quattro fratelli che, in stile Narnia, entrano in un mondo magico, viaggiando indietro nel tempo fino alla nascita di Gesù e al nostro essere cristiani. La signorina Enga crea fratelli credibili che si prendono cura l’uno dell’altro. Ha il dono dei dettagli descrittivi: il mercato, i vestiti colorati, i nuovi amici, Simeone nel tempio, i cammelli e la sfilata dei Magi. Questa storia ha un’aura giovane e fresca che non dimenticherò presto. Il mondo non sarà più lo stesso e i fratelli lo sanno. L’incontro con il bambino che cambierà il nostro mondo è trattato con la delicatezza e la delicatezza che Lui intendeva: un Re, ma nato da genitori poveri; le scene dell’incontro con la Sacra Famiglia sono toccanti nella loro freschezza e adorazione”. – Cynthia Linkas, autrice del romanzo VOWS e di Tumbled Time, A book of poems (Aldrich Press, 2020).

SULL’AUTORE

Da bambina, niente rendeva E. G. Enga più felice che farsi leggere dai genitori. Prima di compiere due anni, ha imparato a leggere da sola e da allora ama tutto ciò che ha a che fare con la letteratura.All’asilo e in prima elementare si è innamorata della scrittura di storie e poesie.All’età di 12 anni ha scritto il suo primo libro pubblicato, The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas, combinando l’amore per la fede e la letteratura nella sua scrittura.Vive nel Midwest con i genitori, i fratelli e il cane Daisy, Paddington (il vero Teddy). Da grande vuole riempire la sua casa di libri, trapunte e tende di pizzo e spera di continuare a scrivere libri per bambini.

The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas

written by E. G. Enga and illustrated by Lora Schaunaman

REVIEW

Mary Grenchus (January 9, 2025), Book Review, Grenchus Foundation Website To read the review, click here. 

TESTIMONIALS

“The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas is a sweet little book, ideal for parents and children to read together. Read it to your children before they can read it for themselves, and it will generate beautiful teachable moments and precious conversation with your little ones. Then, when they can read it for themselves, they will remember and treasure the time with you, and the things you talked about.” – James Papandrea, author of The Squire’s Journey

“The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas is such an enjoyable and captivating read for children and parents alike! This heart-warming tale tells the story of four siblings, Miriam, Zelie, Joseph, and John Paul Langford, who are leaving school for the day a few days prior to the Christmas break. As they wait for their mother to pick them up, they go to the chapel to pray. Suddenly a bright light transports the siblings to the time of the First Christmas. Throughout their adventures, they witness firsthand the events of the Birth of Christ. E.G. depicts a vivid image of the Christmas story, one that is a truly memorable experience for the reader, who will feel transported along with the Langford siblings as witnesses to the First Christmas.” – Danielle Mesa, author of Cardelina: A Story of Joy, Hope and Love and The Three Miracle Cats

“I love how the story brilliantly weaves together elements of history, allegory, and discovery, and timeless themes of courage and the Catholic faith. Its richly detailed settings and well-drawn characters make it an immersive read for children and adults alike. Reading the book will inspire children to visit Christ the King often and show Him utmost reverence in the Blessed Sacrament. Truly, a timeless classic released in the year of the National Eucharistic Congress. The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas is a beautiful addition to any child’s library, perfect for sparking imagination and instilling the true spirit of Christmas. I look forward to seeing more from E.G. Enga!” – Sr. M. Gianna Casino, LIHM, author of Puffel and I Talk to God about You

“Hearkening back to classic children’s literature such as the Chronicles of Narnia and the Magic Treehouse series, E.G. Enga’s authorial debut tells the charming tale of four siblings who enter a chapel full of relics from the Holy Land and are mystically transported to the Nativity scene in Bethlehem. The siblings are forever transformed by this special Christmas when they encounter a distant time in history as an ever-present reality. Every reader is sure to come away from The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas with a renewed sense that any home where love is present can become another Bethlehem.” – Michael Walker, author of Galahad

“The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas is a charming tale and a great read for all ages, sure to bring wholesome imaginings and devotions into a child’s day. Emily Enga draws the Holy Family closer into reality, reminding the reader that this, too, is our holy and adopted family, who looks after each of us and enjoys the even the smallest blessings with us.” – Thérèse Judeana, author of the Ransom: Shadow of an Empire trilogy (Book 1: Cross of Secrets, Book 2: Trial By Time, and Book 3: Shards of Crystal)

“Emily Enga shares a delightful Christmas story of time-travel and miracles that will be loved by children and adults alike! The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas brings all of the characters of Christmas tradition to life, while encouraging us to stay as close to the Holy Family as Miriam, Joseph, John Paul, and Zelie.” – Grace Bourget, author of Vale of Hope, Ad Maré: Song of the Pleiades, Light of Faith: Poems and Plays

“The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas by E. G. Enga is a vibrant tale of four siblings who, in Narnia style, enter a magical world, traveling back in time to Jesus’ birth and ours as Christians. Miss Enga creates believable siblings who care for one another. She has the gift of descriptive detail – the marketplace, colorful clothing, new friends, Simeon in the temple, the camels. and parade of the Wise Men. There is an aura about this story that is young and fresh that I will not soon forget. The world will never be the same and the siblings know it. The meeting of the baby who will change our world is handled as gently and delicately as He intended – a King, yet born a babe to poor parents; scenes of meeting the Holy Family, touching in their freshness and adoration.” – Cynthia Linkas, author of the novel, VOWS, and Tumbled Time, A book of poems (Aldrich Press, 2020).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

As a baby, nothing made E. G. Enga happier than having her parents read to her. Before she turned two years old, she taught herself to read, and has loved anything and everything to do with literature ever since. She fell in love with writing stories and poetry in kindergarten and first grade. At the age of 12, she wrote her first published book, The Children of the Chapel and the First Christmas, combining her love for her Faith and literature in her writing. She lives in the Midwest with her parents, brothers, and Daisy Dog, Paddington (the real-life Teddy). When she grows up, she wants to fill her house with books, quilts, and lace curtains, and hopes to continue writing books for children.