Teenage Books

Little Black Book for Athletes

<p><em>Little Black Book for Athletes, by Blaine Bartel </em>focuses on how sports shaped him, including how to become a good loser. This in a bullet point format and full of humor, making these easy-to-read books perfect for teens! The small and portable size makes the little black books easy for teens to carry and give away. The author has a proven track record of reaching teens, and it is a nice resource for athletes.</p>
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A Teen's Guide to Conflict

<p>Teenagers can respond to conflict, and learn how with in Garry Chapman's book, <em>A Teen's Guide to Conflict.</em> Here he will help teenagers use proper tools to take control, and tame emotions of anger, learn to apologize the right way, and handle damaged or difficult relationships.</p>
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<li><span class="a-list-item">What&rsquo;s the difference between good and bad anger?</span></li>
<li><span class="a-list-item">How can my anger accomplish positive change?</span></li>
<li><span class="a-list-item">What if I&rsquo;m angry with myself?</span></li>
<li><span class="a-list-item">Are there different ways to manage conflict&mdash;friends and family vs. people online?</span></li>
<li><span class="a-list-item">When do I make things right, and when should I set boundaries?</span></li>
<li><span class="a-list-item">Why do some apologies fall flat?</span></li>
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Your Brightest Life

<p>Jessie Minassian draws on questions and feedback from college-aged girls and teens across a twenty year span in her book,&nbsp;<em>Your Brightest Life</em>. There are over 70 topics from a Christian perspective, that will help you live your life with faith, and happiness. There are funny stories with practical tips, and easy-to-read chapters that will help inspire you, get real-world advice, and suggestions to address challenges you face.</p>
<p><strong>Categories:</strong></p>
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<li>Boys</li>
<li>Health and beauty</li>
<li>Friends and family</li>
<li>Faith&nbsp;</li>
<li>Mindset</li>
<li>Life skills</li>
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The Chosen Graphic Novel: Volume 1

<p>World class artists deliver <em>The Chosen Graphic Novel: Volume 1</em>, adapting the hit TV show, The Chosen, into a comic book format.</p>

<p>Readers will enjoy turning through pages of this graphic novel series to find illustrated scenes of Jesus turning water into wine, meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well, the healing of the paralyzed man, and more.</p>

<p>Based on the hit TV series, graphic novel fans of all ages will be drawn closer to the Hero of the story as they visually experience these age-old truths in a distinctive way.</p>

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- Graphic novel format<br>
- Based on <em>The Chosen</em> series<br>
- Volume 1<br>
- Adapted by Evan David<br>
- Written by Dallas Jenkins, Ryan Swanson, and Tyler Thompson<br>
- Recommended for ages 15 and older</p>

Winning the War in Your Mind for Teens

<p>Do you feel like your life and thoughts are out of control? Do you find yourself in a spiral of unhealthy thinking? Let God's truth form your battle plan to win the war in your mind!</p>
<p>As teens, it can feel difficult to find a way out of our bad habits and unhealthy thought patterns, too often feeling like our thoughts are running out of control and finding ourselves off-track from where we want to be. Pastor and New York Times bestselling author Craig Groeschel deeply understands this daily battle against self-doubt and negative thinking, and in this book adapted from his bestselling Winning the War in Your Mind, Groeschel explains how you too can challenge your thinking and change the course of your life for the better, revealing the strategies he’s found that help.</p>
<p>Drawing upon Scripture and the latest findings of brain science, Groeschel lays out practical strategies that will free you from the grip of harmful, destructive thinking and enable you to live the life of joy and peace that God intends you to live. With all-new stories, science that explores the unique realities of how the teenage brain is wired, and visually-engaging callouts and short sections that appeal to teenage readers, Winning the War in Your Mind for Teens will help you:</p>
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	<li>- Learn how your brain works and see how to rewire it</li>
	<li>- Identify the lies the enemy wants you to believe</li>
	<li>- Recognize and short-circuit your mental triggers for negative thinking</li>
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<p>God has something better for your life. It's time to change your mind so God can change your life.</p>

365 Days of Prayer for Teens: Daily Devotional

<div>Is prayer a part of your daily routine? Is it natural for you, or do you find it difficult to carve out the time in your schedule to spend time with God in prayer? Whether you are consistent in your prayers, or you are looking to boost your prayer life this daily prayer devotional is here to inspire you. Prayer is a conversation with God, and you don&#39;t have to use fancy words or recite passages of Scripture. Simply talk to God, and open your heart. He loves you and is listening to every word you say.</div>

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<div>Some days your prayers may be packed with gratitude, while other days you may have a heart of repentance, and some with need. Just pour out your heart and your prayers at the Father&#39;s feet and wait for this powerful response.</div>

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<div>May your life be blessed as you connect with God each day.</div>


Brave: A Teen Girl's Guide to Beating Worry and Anxiety

<div>Do you consider yourself a worrier? Do you sometimes have something your worried about stuck in your head on repeat like a bad song? Do you notice yourself getting anxious in certain situations, or around certain people? If that&#39;s you, don&#39;t worry, you&#39;re not alone. In reality, 1 in 3 girls your age are struggling with worry. They don&#39;t always say it out loud or even act like it. Perhaps, like you, they try to ignore it, hoping it will go away.</div>

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<div>Your mom or dad, or someone else who cares about you has the idea that you struggle with worry, and that&#39;s why they think this book is right for you. They believe in you, and know how brave you really are, and they think this book will assist you in your fight with worry. Packed with questions to get you thinking, and places to journal or draw, <em>Brave</em> is your own place to:</div>

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<div>- Better understand your emotions<br />
- Learn ways to fight worry and anxiety that really make a difference<br />
- Discover the strength and courage God has placed inside you</div>

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<div>You&#39;ve got more resourcefulness, grit, and brave inside of you thank you realize, and this book will help you find it.</div>


Questions Every Teen Should Ask & Answer about Christianity

<div>Our world is shaped by increasing ideological diversity, challenging teens to think through their own beliefs at earlier ages. Questions such as <em>How can you believe the Bible is true?, Why can&#39;t we just agree that love is love?</em>; and <em>Isn&#39;t Christianity against diversity?</em> can seem like roadblocks for teens who follow Jesus, as well as for those who might otherwise consider faith in Christ. In this valuable resource, written for both Christian teens and those who believe Jesus might just be a fairy tale character, Rebecca McLaughlin invites readers to dig deep into hard questions for themselves and perhaps discover that the things that once looked like roadblocks to faith might actually be signposts.</div>


The Epic Bible: God's Story From Eden To Eternity

<div>Get caught up in God's awesome story of redemption and love from Eden to Eternity with this riveting Bible told in a graphic novel format. The Epic Bible captures the central story of the Bible with detailed illustrations from acclaimed artists who have worked with Marvel and DC Comics. The Epic Bible's cinematic storytelling will bring God's Word to life for those experiencing the Bible for the first time and those searching for a fresh encounter with these beloved and timeless events.</div>
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<div>The Kingstone Bible stands as the most complete graphic adaptation of the Bible ever done. The artwork is consistent with mainstream comic books. Fans of Marvel Comics and DC Comics will enjoy this presentation of familiar Bible stories. While the stories are designed to be faithful adaptations of Bible events, they are not word-for-word renderings.</div>
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<div>- 840 pages</div>
<div>- Comic book style artwork and stories</div>
<div>- Covers prominent events of the Bible</div>
<div>- Recommended for ages 12 to 18</div>

Core 52 Student Edition

<div>You can go from biblically challenged to spiritually confident in just fifteen minutes a day. This adaptation of the bestselling <em>Core 52</em> helps teens graps the 52 most important verses in the Bible.</div>

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<div>You know that the Bible is important, but why is it so difficult to get into it, or get something out of it? The problem isn&#39;t you or the Bible, it&#39;s the strategy. Rather than diving in yourself, what if you had a coach to guide you through the simple process so you could build your confidence?</div>

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<div><em>Core 52 Student Edition</em> is like a having a personal trainer for what matters most. In the same way you would prepare for an important test or big game by focusing on what&#39;s core, this guide streamlines your time by focusing on the big ideas of the Bible. Spend just fifteen minutes a day, five days a week, for a whole year, building your spiritual IQ on the most relevant issues for young adults like you, including:</div>

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<div>- Why Am I Here? (Genesis 1:1)</div>

<div>- How Can I Find Happiness (Psalm 1:1-3)</div>

<div>- How Should I Pray? (Matthew 6:9-13)</div>

<div>- What Is Real Love? (John 3:16)</div>

<div>- How Can I Reduce My Anxiety? (Philippians 4:6)</div>

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<div>Get better at life, by knowing the Bible better. Start your <em>Core 52</em> training today, so you&#39;ll be ready for all God has for you!</div>


Answers Book for Teens: Volume 1

<div>Make no mistake, God is seeking you.</div>
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<div>Friends, teachers, and the world around you will tell you the Christian faith is a lie. Atheism and Eastern religions are more fashionable these days. Culture demands that you look and act certain ways or people will think you're a loser or weird. If you confess you believe in God, you can expect people will do their best to tear down God, the Bible, and your belief in Christ.</div>
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<div>Even at this point, you might have a few doubts. When everything seems so crazy and pointless, it's difficult to believe that God really does care about what is going on with you, or that He is really in charge of this chaos called life.</div>
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<div>You aren't the only one to have a few questions. In this resource, you will find great answers to 15 popular questions and discover why the world is such a mess, why you can believe in Christ, and why God wants a relationship with you.</div>
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<div>- 96 pages</div>
<div>- Apologetics resource for teens</div>
<div>- Recommended for ages 13 to 17</div>

<div>Sadie Robertson, <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author, addresses some of life&#39;s weightiest matters and choices in <em>Live</em>, using fun, practical, and biblical ways that will lead you to engage with God&#39;s truth and light in a world that increasingly more confusing.</div>  <div>&nbsp;</div>  <div>There&#39;s quite a difference between just being alive, and truly knowing how to live. To be alive is something that just happens to you. To truly live, that&#39;s a choice you get to make each day. As Robertson says, &quot;When you truly learn to live the life God offers, your whole existence becomes a verb.&quot;</div>  <div>&nbsp;</div>  <div>In <em>Live</em>, Sadie Robertson will inspire you to thrive in the life God gave you by making choices that will lead you into the fullness He has for you, not into the emptiness the world offers. <em>Live</em> uses full-color photography and captivating design to show you how you can find a rich and rewarding life when you choose to wholeheartedly embrace God&#39;s ways and God&#39;s truth. Moments of decision come to everyone, for some it&#39;s on a more-than-daily basis. Some of those decisions are minor, and others are life altering, but all serve as stepping-stones to peace, joy, and fullness or to disappointment and emptiness. Sadie is passionate about inspiring her generation to live in that fullness every day.</div>  <div>&nbsp;</div>  <div>This book explores topics such as overcoming jealousy, finding confidence, dealing with haters, waiting on God, living in victory instead of defeat, discovering the power of words, and knowing how to tell the difference between what leads to life and what leads to death, so young people can make the best choices.</div>  <div>&nbsp;</div>  <div>Whether you have a long-time relationship with God, or you are new to the faith,<em> Live</em> will serve as a joyful encouragement to make the most of each moment, to make wise choices, and to always seek the truth of God&#39;s Word. Packed with stories and biblical principles, <em>Live </em>celebrates what everyone has in common, the opportunity to not simply be alive, but to truly live.</div>

Live

<div>Sadie Robertson, <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author, addresses some of life's weightiest matters and choices in <em>Live</em>, using fun, practical, and biblical ways that will lead you to engage with God's truth and light in a world that increasingly more confusing.</div>
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<div>There's quite a difference between just being alive, and truly knowing how to live. To be alive is something that just happens to you. To truly live, that's a choice you get to make each day. As Robertson says, &quot;When you truly learn to live the life God offers, your whole existence becomes a verb.&quot;</div>
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<div>In <em>Live</em>, Sadie Robertson will inspire you to thrive in the life God gave you by making choices that will lead you into the fullness He has for you, not into the emptiness the world offers. <em>Live</em> uses full-color photography and captivating design to show you how you can find a rich and rewarding life when you choose to wholeheartedly embrace God's ways and God's truth. Moments of decision come to everyone, for some it's on a more-than-daily basis. Some of those decisions are minor, and others are life altering, but all serve as stepping-stones to peace, joy, and fullness or to disappointment and emptiness. Sadie is passionate about inspiring her generation to live in that fullness every day.</div>
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<div>This book explores topics such as overcoming jealousy, finding confidence, dealing with haters, waiting on God, living in victory instead of defeat, discovering the power of words, and knowing how to tell the difference between what leads to life and what leads to death, so young people can make the best choices.</div>
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<div>Whether you have a long-time relationship with God, or you are new to the faith,<em> Live</em> will serve as a joyful encouragement to make the most of each moment, to make wise choices, and to always seek the truth of God's Word. Packed with stories and biblical principles, <em>Live </em>celebrates what everyone has in common, the opportunity to not simply be alive, but to truly live.</div>