April
Katie’s not herself today. An unkind comment by a classmate has left her feeling sad and confused. After a heart to heart with Mom, can Katie decide how to handle her feelings about her classmate? Find out in The Katie I Know. Word Count: 743
It's Claire's first time hosting Thanksgiving. Easy peasy, right?
It’s been a little over a year since Claire, from Newlywed Pie, got married. Now she’s ready to tackle Thanksgiving dinner. But she wants to be a Mary, not a Martha. Can she p ...
To advise, or not to advise, that is the question.
Charlie and his wife, Lizzy, are excited to get to know the couple that’s moved next door (Kyle and Ally from The Thugs Next Door). Will the couples bond or decide that good fences make good neighbors? Find out in this witty, humorous ...
Something is moving into the barn next door. Is it friend or foe?
The new owners are moving in at the hobby farm next door. But John is worried about what might be moving into the barn. Can you guess what it is? Find out in this comical, family-friendly short story, ...
Christopher has found himself forced to the edge of a cliff. Will he end up as shark food? Find out in this exciting, family-friendly adventure, Shark Food. Word Count: 741
Talon and Dante have made it safely to shore, but will an unexpected ...
Experience adventure, an emotional tailspin, and an overconfident teenager’s folly in these three family-friendly stories.
Dante and Talon are on an important mission that will impact the fate of their entire town. Do they have what it takes to s ...
Dad and Mom are taking Timmy and Val to the zoo. But their arguing begins before Dad can even park the car. Will sibling rivalry ruin the day? Find out in this charming family story.
Word Count: 1,665
Is there a thief in the neighborhood?
When Sandra’s watch disappears, she thinks she misplaced it, until she hears there might be a thief in the neighborhood. Is there? Word Count: 3,121
The grandparents are about to arrive! Mom is nervous about being judged by her mother, but Mary Lou is excited to see her grandparents. Will the visit go smoothly or will Grandma’s critical nature rear its ugly head? Find out in this heart-felt family-friendly short story. Word Count: 2,546
The weatherman says the storm will pass to the north, but dark clouds are rolling in. Tom is concerned that this may be a big one. Is he prepared for a severe storm, or is his family about to face a dangerous situation that he didn’t prepare for? Find out in this engaging, family-frien ...
Is a sidewalk Santa up to no good?
When Eric from Concerned Citizen notices a man in a Santa suit, he suspects he’s up to no good. Is he right? Or will he wrongly accuse an innocent Santa? Find out in Shady Santa. W ...
How much trouble can a misunderstanding cause?
It’s a hectic morning as usual for this typical family. Lost keys and running late are the norm. But the rush always subsides, making way for a smooth, productive afternoon for wife and mother, Jessica. Except today ther ...
Get a bit of adventure, heartwarming interactions, and the birth of a child in these three family-friendly stories.
Dante has fallen overboard into the mighty river. Has Talon even noticed? Will he realize Dante is missing before it’s too late? Find out in Another ...
Every mother needs a break now and then. Meg, the mother of five small children, just wants to be alone for one day. Will her big day away give her the freedom she wants? Find out in April Wenzel’s short story, Just One Day to Myself. Word Count: 2,567
Can the Royal family have a normal vacation?
Catherine just wants a normal vacation. But being part of the Royal family always seems to complicate life. So when they leave the castle and head to the forest, she’s left trying to correct the same old misunderstanding t ...
Is there big crime in this small town?
When a concerned citizen notices some strange behavior at his small-town local gym, he suspects illegal activity and won’t rest until his town is safe again. Will he uncover a crime ring and become the next local hero? Find out ...
Kyle & Ally just moved to what they thought was the perfect neighborhood to raise a family. But the realtor may have left out important information about the neighbors next door. Kyle thinks the realtor led them astray. Is he right? Find out in this engaging, funny, short story. Word Count: 1 ...
