“A powerful and gripping story that will capture the imagination of every child.” – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, Catholic author and parent
“This is a gorgeously illustrated book that brings the kindness and mercy of Jesus Christ to life! I love so many things about it — from the child-friendly font, to the larger print (making it easier for older parents like myself to read it to their children), to the poetic, captivating language and story line — it is truly a little treasure which should find a home in every Catholic home! I love the small paperback format. It is light but not cheaply made. I also really appreciate how vibrant the colors of the illustrations are, and how carefully they have been crafted by the illustrator. Books like this need to be shared! I have 7 children, whom I homeschool, and we really rely on great Catholic children’s books to catechize our family. It is wonderful to have something in addition to the typical Saint story to share with my children.” – Magdalene, an Amazon reviewer
Rev. Dennis J. Billy, C.Ss.R. is professor emeritus at the Alphonsian Academy in Rome. The author of many books and articles, he is a popular spiritual director and active in his order’s retreat ministry. This is his first children’s story.
Eileen Cunis, a convert to Catholicism, is a wife, mother, grandmother, and life-long artist living in New Hampshire.
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Choosing Joy is the charming story of a rescued Golden Retriever named Joy. On a deeper level, the story extends a gentle invitation to readers, both young and grown-up, to “choose joy” in their daily living. Choosing Joy is a winsome reminder that ”joy” may be right in front of our eyes.
Paperback: $14.95 | Kindle: $9.99
In Choosing Joy, Nancy Olson looks through a spiritual lens as she merges her writing skills with her photography. Nancy holds a B.A. in English from Webster University, St. Louis, and her photography has appeared in corporate collateral materials as well as on magazine covers and in calendars. Nancy and her husband live in St. Louis where she is an active member of Community Bible Study.
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With charming pictures and simple words, Hunter Finds a Home tells the story of a homeless cat that wandered into the backyard and the lives of a family of dog-lovers. At first unwanted and unwelcome, the young cat is gradually embraced by the family and returns the favor by teaching some valuable lessons. A story for all ages.
Hardback: $17.95 (Click “buy now” for the dust jacket version)
In Hunter Finds a Home, Nancy Olson looks through a spiritual lens as she merges her writing skills with her photography. Nancy holds a B.A. in English from Webster University, St. Louis, and her photography has appeared in corporate collateral materials as well as on magazine covers and in calendars. Nancy and her husband live in St. Louis where she is an active member of Community Bible Study.
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In this children’s mystery, an experienced pastor finds his special chalice missing. Senior Server Brian Jacobs has been serving at daily Mass for five years. He understands the importance of the chalice for Mass and for Fr. Leveque, the founding father of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Brian’s own father encourages him to do his part to help the pastor. Where is the 100-year-old chalice?
Forgiveness is the main theme of The Missing Chalice mystery. The search party to find the chalice includes a good priest, an altar server, an organist, other men in the parish, and a police chief. The priest forgives the thief or thieves.
[40 pp with illustrations]
Paperback $7.95 | Kindle $5.95
We received the book and read it same day as received it. Many thanks. Well done.” – Louis and Annabelle Harnish, Wayland, MI
“It is truly a beautiful book not only teaching about the Mass and vestments, but also sharing the principle teachings of the Church—compassion and forgiveness. I’m going to share it with our RCIA candidates. – Mary Ann Ryan, Lake Orion, MI
“It’s a pleasure to read: a distinctive and intriguing story, with some Western Michigan flavor. Plus, the cover is an attention grabber. The Lead Server at our parish, Miguel, will be getting his own copy!” – James G. Hanink, Inglewood, CA
“The book will be such a treasure for Catholic families—you intertwined so many Catholic concepts into a mystery that will hold the reader’s attention and curiosity. Having the mystery resolved the way it was, was a lesson to us all. Your portrayal of the priest was such a good balance between showing his humanness while honoring his responsibility of being a Christian witness to us all.” – Peter and Julie Birkeland, Rockford, MI
“Wow! What a nice story. I had to stop what I was doing and read it through all the way when it arrived. I think a lot of parents can use it as an enjoyable teaching tool for their children.” – Jan Luebbe, Ravenwood, MO
For a real-life story about a missing vessel and the miracles that sprung from it, check this out about a Eucharistic miracle in Siena, Italy, back in 1730!
Interview by Carlos Bersabe of Mary Hanley, wife of Catholic author, David C. Hanley. Recorded on January 16, 2018. Scheduled to air on WCAT Radio on January 25, 2018.
David C. Hanley had over 40 years of experience as a clinical social worker and a marriage and family therapist. At age 71, he passed away at home on July 6, 2018. David led a spiritually, emotionally, and physically balanced life and dedicated himself to helping others do the same. With his Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan, passion for reading and continuous growth, he served over 40 years as a clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, and family business consultant. David was a founding member of Project Rachel in the Diocese of Grand Rapids. David’s strength was rooted in his Catholic faith. He enjoyed jokes and was quick to laugh. His joyful presence will be greatly missed by Mary Lucia, his wife of 41 years, their four children and spouses, nine grandchildren, and many others.
About the Illustrator:
Richard E. Hanley’s passion for religious art became his career when he established Omnibus Studios, Inc. Richard’s original designs have been used to create beautiful stained glass windows for many churches.
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Catholic children should have a basic understanding of their faith before receiving the sacraments of reconciliation and communion. The goal of this book is to help young children to understand the Catholic religion and to prepare them for these sacraments.
Dominic Tarquin has provided a compelling story about God and the love he has for us – God loves us so much that he sent his only Begotten Son to save us from our sins. This is a retelling of the greatest story ever told that every child can understand and every adult delight in reading. – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, Bedtime Reader of Children’s Stories
Dominic Tarquin has served in a variety of Catholic Church organizations and volunteer services, including a Christian prison ministry, and has produced various Catholic writings. This is Dominic’s first children’s book.
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This book was designed to help families pray the rosary with their children. Each mystery includes a piece of sacred art, a description of each mystery in “kid speak”, and instructions on how to pray this treasured method of prayer given to us by Our Lady herself. A digital version of this book can be downloaded for free at tinythomists.com. You may also download it to your Kindle device for a small charge. It comes as special gift we give to all of our members who enjoy bi-weekly faith formation plans grounded in the philosophy and theology of St. Thomas Aquinas. Each lesson includes a portion of the Summa Theologica in simplified kid speak, Lectio Divina, Saintly Situations, a Read to Me explanation of the Catholic faith, fun activities to do with your family and much more.
Paperback $18.99 | Kindle: $5.99
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St. Louis De Montfort tells us in his timeless book on Our Lady, True Devotion, that “the safest, easiest, shortest and most perfect way of approaching Jesus is through Mary.” The Rosary is the tool that Mary gave to St. Dominic to help us grow in our relationship with her, to recognize her mysterious role in the story of salvation.
In the same way that Jesus came to us through Mary, so do we come to him through her divine intervention as the Mother of all Christians and the Queen of Heaven and Earth. It is through her Rosary that we are tied to God’s grace and as faithful benefactors of such blessings, we are better equipped to carry out the personal missions God gives us to complete.
This book was written to help parents complete their mission of raising Christ-like children by helping them come to know, love, and serve Jesus through the love of his Mother. The Rosary, then, becomes the lifeline that unites us with the Holy Family, engaging our hearts and minds with the mysteries that each decade represents.
For each mystery, TJ has provided two components:
The Rosary has been called the “epitome of the whole Gospel” (CCC 971) and as such, it teaches children the greatest story ever told. It is recommended that the Rosary be prayed together with your children at a determined time each day so that the seeds of the Rosary can be planted, tilled, watered, and nourished through the repetition, contemplation, and imitation of the virtues it promotes.
“There is almost nothing more innocent and pure than when a child prays the rosary. It moves the hearts of Jesus and Mary and opens the floodgates of heaven. It is for this reason that The Rosary in Kid Speak is certain to bring about blessings for children, families, the Church, and society in general. I can’t recommend this book highly enough!” – Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, Author of Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon
“I want to give this book to every Catholic parent I know! I stand in awe. With stunning artwork to capture little one’s attention and the use of common, everyday words, these meditations capture the deep truths at the heart of the Rosary’s Mysteries. This book and TinyThomists.com are gifts to the domestic church!” – Shane Kapler, Author of Marrying the Rosary to the Divine Mercy Chaplet
T.J. Burdick the author of several books and professional speaker. He is the founder of the Dominican Institute and blogger at tjburdick.com. A former missionary to Latin America, T.J. creates media on how to grow in holiness amongst the distractions and difficulties of the current age. All proceeds from this book go to help fund Catholic missions. He resides in Grand Rapids, MI, with his wife and four children.
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