New Releases by Todd Hafer

Do you yearn for a day at the beach where your mind and soul can wander away from life’s troubles? Do you gaze up at the sun or the nighttime stars and wonder if God is really on your side? Do you long to hear his quiet voice in the roll of a gentle wave? In A Day at the Beach, brothers Todd and Jedd Hafer don’t have the answers to all of life’s troubles, but they’ll help you see that the God who built the universe also wants to help you build a great life. Let these encouraging words bring a ray of warm sunshine to your doorstep as Todd and Jedd offer their joy-filled perspectives on life and faith. So take a deep breath, unplug from life’s daily grind, and follow the call of your heart to Jesus, the ultimate source of life.

Laughs. We share them, send them, feel them, and seek them. We sing about laughter, talk about it, write about it, dream of it, and even Tweet about it. Sadly, sometimes we can’t spare even one laugh. But the laughs are there, for the enjoying. Steve Martin said that a comedian’s job is simply “talking about what’s going on. And there will always be something going on.” This is good news, because, of all the gifts life gives us, humor is one of its sweetest. We laugh with our kids, laugh at our pets, and, sometimes, laugh right in the face of danger, fear, or grief. Most of all, we love to laugh with those special people God has placed in our lives. This book celebrates laughter, in all its glory, foibles, and mysteries. In the following pages, you’ll find a literary feast of things ridiculous, remarkable, and downright wonderful. We hope this book will help you celebrate the many ways laughter can surprise, delight, amaze, comfort, and enrich life like nothing else on earth.

Cats. They were worshipped in ancient Egypt and persecuted in medieval Europe. Today, they are America''s favorite pet, over 93 million strong. More than one-third of American households boast at least one feline friend. Inside this book you will find at least 101 intriguing things to discover about America''s most popular pet and those who love them. And who knows--maybe you will find yourself loving your cat (or cats) even more. If that''s even possible.

A delightful collection of jokes, trivia, lists, quotes, cartoons and timeless “water-cooler wisdom” Today’s American workforce is massive, numbering more than 157 million people. However, these people are stressed out. According to the American Psychological Association, more than 75 percent of us are stressed to the max by our jobs. In a separate study (conducted by Harris Polls), people cited work/money as the most stressful thing in their lives. Clearly, we need a daily dose of some workplace humor, a Job Survival Kit in handy book form. Thank heaven that Wit & Wisdom for the Workplace is on the job! Wit and Wisdom packs a winning blend of humor and insight - sure to brighten up those stressful or tedious days on the job. It’s the kind of book that can have you laughing so hard, you just might get reported to Human Resources!.

The Pocket Grandpa is a handy source of just the right words - at just the right time There’s a social expectation that grandpas are supposed to be reliable sources of homespun wisdom, often delivered with a wink and a clever turn of phrase. But let’s face it - sometimes Grandpa can’t bring the right words to mind, especially when the grandkids are quarreling, begging for something sweet, or playing hacky-sack with a fragile and treasured antique. With its winning blend of timeless inspiration and practicality, The Pocket Grandpa is the perfect gift for the new grandpa, or for those looking for some grandfatherly wisdom.

Søren Kierkegaard''s classic parable is the inspiration for a charming and imaginative tale of a prince who sets out to win the hand of the maiden he loves-and teaches us the extent of God''s love for us.

Monster back Cody martin loves football. Since he first tossed a pigskin, he''s imagined playing for the NFL. But lately the thirteen-year-old, all-around athlete can''t get his head-or heart-into the game. His number one fan is not longer in the stands. And the anger of a grudge-holding football coach pushes Cody to the brink-until he finds the true spirit of the game.

Despite his own self-doubt and the ache that still lingers in his heart, eighth-grader Cody Martin survives the cut to become the eleventh man on the basketball team. Because Cody is unwilling to be on the bottom for long, the pressure is on to provide "Dawg Pack" defense against a snarling opponent. But does Cody have the courage and maturity to face his foes and defend a fellow student?

Stand-out efforts on the freshman football and basketball teams have Cody Martin in demand with both the track and baseball coaches. And to complicate matters further, his personal life''s a mess since his dad remarried-and now Cody thinks Pork Chop might be using performance-enhancing drugs. When Pork Chop''s coach confronts Cody, he is forced to make a tough decision-lie to the coach or risk losing his best friend. What''s the right thing to do?

When a series of injuries and suspensions threaten to shut down the varsity defense, no one''s more shocked than Cody when he gets the call. With his faith taking hits from a teacher, his father preoccupied with romance, and a dangerous foe back in town, Cody wonders if staying the course has its rewards.

After the eagles lose the football championship, Cody starts the hoops season late-with a fractured squad of freshmen. The coach taps Cody as captain, and he steps up. But can he win their respect? And if he does, will tough personal circumstances knock him back down? Most of all, can he trust God to catch him if he falls?

Like the special ingredient in a favorite recipe, you add just the right flavor to my life." -Stuck on You: 100 Warm, Witty, Wonderful Ways to Say, You''re Special * One hundred sticky-note ways to express love, thanks, and caring to deserving family, friends, and coworkers. More About Stuck on You This clever book features 100 perforated sticky-note sentiments that can easily be posted on the refrigerator, tucked inside a lunch box or purse, slipped underneath a pillow, or affixed to a computer screen. (Heck, we''re pretty confident there are even more uses for these clever communicators.) Each note features a whimsical four-color illustration that perfectly captures a variety of sentiments ranging from warm and witty to complimentary and congratulatory: * Had a nice thought about you . . . happens a lot. * You''re more fun than a giant jar of lightning bugs. * Working with you is one of my favorite perks! * You''re one in a million for a million and one reasons!

Made teen-friendly with contemporary language, BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND FOR TEENS equips a new audience desperately in need of guidance with a means of winning the war raging inside them.

From the authors of "Snickers from the Front Pew": Griffin Smith''s first interstate road trip unearths family weirdness, one messed-up guy, and one angry coyote.

Fourteen-year-old baseball player, Cody Martin and his coach don''t see eye-to-eye about taking one for the team on the field. Then Cody gets hurt.

Five teens, staying up late, searching for friendship and maybe a few answers in life, are suddenly joined by a mysterious visitor to their chat room. Who is this mysterious visitor? That''s the question all five teens-and thousands of teen readers--must ultimately answer.

A hilarious collection of stories about growing up as preacher''s kids! The authors prove that a good sense of humor helps put everything in better perspective-including that wonderful institution called the Church. Fun cover, clever illustrations-and a theme that almost everyone in our society can relate to at some level-makes this a great impulse purchase! You will laugh until you cry as you read this "tell-all" about growing up in the church from two guys who witnessed it all from the very front row. Stories that will have you rolling in the aisles include: "Special Music: What to Do When It''s Not So Special" "The Day Our Dog ''King'' Got Saved" "The Church Softball League: Pansies Need Not Apply" "The Night Chad Got on Fire for the Lord."