Best Selling Books by Bob Hartman

Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God. Mama Bear teaches Clever Cub there are many ways to say “I love you!” as she tells him the story of Moses’s mommy, who loved Moses so much that she put him in a basket on the river to keep him safe. This engaging picture book: Tells the story of baby Moses from Exodus 1 and 2. Helps children ages 3–6 think about ways they can show love to others. Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more in the Bible. Clever Cub Learns about Love is part of the delightful Clever Cub children’s book series. Also check out Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation, Clever Cub Sings to God, Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God, Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, and Clever Cub and the Easter Surprise.

Here is a collection of eighteen fun, fast-paced stories for Christmas from one of the UK''s most popular storytellers. Bob Hartman is renowned for his retellings of traditional stories from around the world. This Christmas collection contains eleven episodes that link directly to the Nativity story, with a further seven folktales that provide memorable insights into the real meaning of Christmas. A very readable black and white text with line drawings throughout.

The Lion Storyteller Bible broke new ground in its presentation '' both verbal and visual '' of Bible stories. It has been immensely popular, with sales in the UK exceeding 130,000 copies and editions printed in more than 11 languages. Since The Lion Storyteller Bible was first published Bob Hartman has established an international reputation as a storyteller and writer. This new book integrates more than 20 new Bible story retellings with the 50 tried and tested originals. It also includes a useful appendix of Bob Hartman''s hints and tips for storytelling. Newly commissioned illustrations throughout will capture as much warmth and appeal as those in the first edition.

Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God. Clever Cub snuggles up with Mama Bear on a dark night as she tells him how God filled the empty world with life. Follow along as Clever Cub learns about how God created sky, water, mountains, beaches—and clever cubs like him! This engaging picture book: Celebrates the story of Creation in Genesis 1. Helps children ages 3-6 enjoy the wonder and purpose of God’s design. Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more in the Bible. Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation is part of the delightful Clever Cub children’s book series. Also check out Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, Clever Cub Sings to God, and Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God.

Popular storyteller Bob Hartman is renowned for his fresh take on often-told stories, bringing them to life with vibrant characters and a lively twist in the tale. Bob now launches a new series of stories '' The Unauthorized Versions '' which are packed full of humour, mischief, silliness, and fun '' but which all have a good-hearted and memorable conclusion. These easy-to-read Old Testament stories are inspired by the Bible '' but given a completely original slant. Retold at a cracking pace, this black and white line illustrated book (in a style perfectly matched to Bob''s mischievous storytelling) makes an ideal read for those who prefer something a little more wayward on their bookshelves, particularly boys aged 7-9.

A companion volume to Telling the Bible (9780857216717). Bob uses the Gospel of Luke as a basis for 70 stories about Jesus, his birth, life, teaching, death and resurrection. Bob uses a wide variety of narrative forms to produce stories that will delight new Christians and Bible veterans alike. Each story is accompanied by an introduction explaining its particular place and function, with telling tips and questions. Some require audience participation: all are designed to entertain and inform. The book is produced in large clear print and strongly bound for prolonged use. The price includes a license to photocopy.

Popular storyteller Bob Hartman is renowned for his fresh take on often-told stories, bringing them to life with vibrant characters and a lively twist in the tale. Bob now launches a new series of stories '' The Unauthorized Versions '' which are packed full of humour, mischief, silliness, and fun '' but which all have a good-hearted and memorable conclusion. These easy-to-read stories of Jesus are inspired by the Bible '' but given a completely original slant. Retold at a cracking pace, this black and white line illustrated book (in a style perfectly matched to Bob''s mischievous storytelling) makes an ideal read for those who prefer something a little more wayward on their bookshelves, particularly boys aged 7-9.

A man gives a chicken to kind old Father Gregory, who dreams that someone else needs it more than he. And so the chicken goes from person to person until it comes back to the beginning, so "that each one gave, each one received, and all were blessed."

Storyteller Bob Hartman takes a very unusual approach to ten tales from the Bible. His stories are full of memorable language that delights children. Hartman''s starting point is that every angel has its own characteristics: some shy, some brave, some practical, some playful. And each angel is perfectly matched to the task God gives it. Through this device, his retellings get right to the heart of the Bible stories, drawing out their significance in a way that stays in the imagination. The book includes the stories of: Hagar; Balaam; Elijah; Daniel; The Burning Fiery Furnace; Gabriel and Mary; The Christmas Shepherds; the Resurrection; Peter in Prison; and Paul''s shipwreck.

Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God. Clever Cub does not want to share with Skippy the Squirrel until Papa Bear tells him about a boy in the Bible who shared all he had. This colorful picture book from the creator of the YouVersion Bible App for Kids: Tells the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand with loaves and fishes in John 6:1–14. Teaches children ages 3 to 6 how wonderful it is to share with others. Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more in the Bible. Clever Cub Learns to Share is part of the delightful Clever Cub children’s book series. Also check out Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation, Clever Cub Sings to God, Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God, Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, Clever Cub Learns about Love,Clever Cub and the Easter Surprise, and Clever Cub Trusts God.

Retold with Bob Hartman''s insight and wit, some of these tales are funny, others are sinister. And some feature reformed baddies. Their dastardly deeds, pride, ruthlessness and misuse of power are vividly recreated. There are also ''come-uppance'' stories and, last but not least, those showing God''s compassion for the worst of ''baddies''. ''Baddies'' include Pharoh, David, Jonah, Herod, Zacchaeus, Pilate, Peter, Jacob, Goliath, Judas and Paul.

Following the tried and tested formula of his earlier Lion Storyteller titles, Bob Hartman retells a selection of Easter stories in his own inimitable style. This collection of 23 stories includes the key Bible accounts of the events of the first Easter from Palm Sunday through to Jesus'' resurrection, encounters with his friends and followers, and the ascension. Bob Hartman''s retellings of familiar and sometimes serious tales are fresh and engaging, making these Bible stories accessible to the young and not-so-young. Line illustrations complement the text. As a bonus, this book includes some of Bob Hartman''s favourite storytelling tips.

Marvel with kids at Jesus, the promised and reigning King, as you walk through the amazing story of God’s everlasting kingdom. As they begin to step out into the world, show kids the glory of being part of God’s everlasting kingdom and belonging to Jesus, the promised and reigning King. This beautiful storybook Bible, by beloved author Bob Hartman, is illustrated by Catalina Echeverri, the artist behind the best-selling storybook The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross. The illustrations feature compelling, dramatic, memorable imagery as the storytelling traces the theme of kingship and God’s kingdom throughout Scripture. Kids will encounter the goodness, grandeur, and power of God as they enjoy 70 engaging and faithfully told Bible stories spanning Creation to Revelation. They’ll discover what it means to live as God’s people, in God’s kingdom, under Christ’s rule. As they read the great story of the Scriptures, kids will meet the Creator King, the rejected King, the promise-keeping King, and then finally Jesus, God the King on earth. And they''ll see how Jesus brings a wonderful new kingdom for all who trust and follow him. Perfect for reading aloud to young children and for independent reading by older children. Each story references which Bible passages are being retold so your family can dig deeper into God’s word.

Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God. Mama Bear helps Clever Cub face his fears in the night by telling him about two brave spies in the Bible. Clever Cub goes to sleep knowing that God is with him all the time! In this engaging picture book, the creator of the YouVersion Bible App for Kids: Helps kids ages 3 to 6 overcome anxiety as they rest in God’s presence with them. Tells the story of how Joshua and Caleb trusted God in the desert (from Numbers 13–14). Encourages kids to talk about their emotions and how God makes them brave. Clever Cub Trusts God is part of the delightful Clever Cub children’s book series. Also check out Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation, Clever Cub Sings to God, Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God, Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, Clever Cub Learns about Love, Clever Cub and the Easter Surprise, and Clever Cub Learns to Share.

The "spine" of the Andes Mountain, which runs through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, is the source of almost all of the world''s cocaine-based products, both legal and otherwise. In 1986, in the midst of the American "cocaine epidemic," the Reagan administration decided that the drug problem needed to be attacked at its source. The result was an eight-year clandestine drug war known as Operation Snowcap. From 1987 through 1994, groups of twelve to fifteen DEA agents were dispatched to South American countries on ninety-day temporary duty tours. These DEA agents met with counterparts from their host nation and together rained destruction down on the infrastructure and transportation networks that supported the illegal cocaine trade. Author Bob Hartman was deployed ten times during the course of Operation Snowcap. Inside DEA is his gripping, firsthand account of America''s secretive drug war. In this true story, Hartman chronicles both his triumphs and tragedies and recounts his frustration with his superiors and the biased media portrayals of the operation. Prepare to be transported to the jungles of South America for an inside look at an often misunderstood chapter of history.

What do you do for the birthday of a king? This moving story of the birth of Jesus fills little ones with awe as the enchanting read-aloud rhythms and beautiful, full-color illustrations take them to the very heart of this well-known Bible event.

Paul wasn''t one of Jesus'' friend - in fact he really didn''t like the whole "Jesus crew" at all. They were wrong! Even worse, they were telling lies that confused people about how to live properly in God''s way. But Paul''s life-journey is about to be dramatically turned upside down when he actually meets Jesus himself. In a blinding-flash encounter he is given an assignment from God in a mission that will change the lives of Jewish and Gentile people across the world. Here storyteller and scribe, Maximus details Paul''s dangerous, thrilling, and adventurous journeys.

Imaginative Christian adventure book for children 7 years+ The whimsical and imaginative short stories in this chapter book will transport children to a different world, giving them a fresh way to engage with truths about Jesus and what it''s like to follow him. They’ll join Lily and her friend the Lemur on a series of adventures in the Lamb King''s mysterious playground. They''ll tickle a tiger, play Scrabble with a slow loris, and save an entire family of squirrels from the cold! Along the way, children will find themselves exploring key truths about Jesus'' kingdom—such as how to be welcoming, what gives people value, and why a self-sacrificing king is the best king of all. Perfect as an independent read for children aged 7+ or as a read-aloud for ages 5+