Hannah Stands Tall, AUTHOR: Shirley Rees, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction/ Youth

Key Features:

• A delightful story filled with adventure and heroic acts that readers will love.
• Fast-paced and well-written.

Hannah York is only fourteen, but she finds herself as the woman of the house as her family creates a home along Santa Rosa Creek during the 1860s. Her mother's death soon after their arrival in southern Utah tests Hannah to the limit, as the family battles crickets, floods, and drought.
Her twelve-year-old brother, Caleb, who has always been her friend, resents her new authority and rebels at Hannah's orders, claiming she must be the "bossiest critter" in the Utah Territory. It takes a mountain lion, renegade Indians, and a domineering aunt to make the Yorks see how much they truly rely on each other.

Hannah's story will keep you captivated as she confronts her challenges, and in the end, truly stands tall.

Review-
“A beautiful story and delightful reading for young and old alike. It is filled with excitement, humor and the everyday struggles of pioneer life. Shirley has a talent for weaving words into pictures. I felt like I was the one facing the mountain lion and defying the raging river.”

Making Mountains Out of Moles, AUTHOR: Diane Sebra, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction

Key Features:

• Every young woman will relate in some way to Molly Martz’s story and the emotional roadblocks she must overcome.
• The well-paced, enjoyable narrative is sprinkled with many doses of humor.

“Well, isn’t this a cozy scene.” Molly’s head popped up. She was taken completely by surprise at Kim’s sudden appearance. Normally Molly would have seen her coming and put up some sort of defense shield. But Kim, flanked by Shelley and Ingrid, had apparently sneaked in under her radar and made a surprise attack.

Molly Martz seems like a typical 15 year old. She’s active in her ward’s Young Women’s program, and has two best friends who rarely leave her side. By all rights these should be the happiest years of her life. But Molly is anything but happy. You see, Molly has a physical features which she is convinced is ruining her life—a mole on her chin. To most people it’s small and no big deal, but to Molly it’s as big as Mount Fuji. She receives the expected teasing and even acquires a nickname. But the teasing from one classmate has gone way over the line. This classmate has taken it upon herself to make sure molly never has a smile on her face.

Molly loses all her self-esteem and feels like one giant, walking deformity. Molly’s friends and family try their best to help her, but only she can overcome her emotional roadblocks and realize her full potential. But can she really do it alone? Can she possibly find a way past the hurtful teasing and begin to believe in herself again?

Review-
"Making Mountains Out of Moles is an enjoyable read that teaches a great lesson. A Creative cast of colorful characters is used to tell its story of self-worth and overcoming obstacles. It is a solid reminder of what is important when viewing yourself and others. This is a great book for the young teen or so-to-be teen."

Molly Married?, AUTHOR: Tamra Norton, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction/ Youth

Key Features:

• Eternal principles that were taught in Molly Mormon? are carried through and expanded upon in this wonderful sequel.
• Readers say Molly Married? is even more heartwarming than the original novel.

Molly Chambers, the spirited strawberry blond we fell in love with in Molly Mormon? is back. And so is Elder Brandon Mace—from a mission in Texas. After two years as a devoted pen pal, Molly has dreams of a bright future that include attending BYU-Idaho, rooming with her cousin, and best friend, Shannon, and most of all, falling in love with Brandon—the guy who has made her heart flutter since high school.

But college life throws Molly numerous twists—feelings of jealousy toward her beautiful roommate Elena, comical encounters with the always unannounced, but ever-diligent home-teachers, Ernie and Bart, to the joys of ballroom dancing with Gordon the goofball. Will college life ever settle down enough for Molly to find the true love she has been seeking?

Enjoy this highly anticipated, true-to-life tale full of laughter, love, and lessons of life. Dreams really can come true when the Holy Ghost is allowed to be our guide.

Review-
"I loved this book. If you have a daughter that is facing some of the same problems Molly encounters, this is a good book for her to read, and for you, too. The author's use of humor and the development of the characters are excellent. I know you'll laugh when you meet Molly's home teacher. This book is a quick read, but one you'll want to read again."

Molly Mormon?, AUTHOR: Tamra Norton, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction/ Young Adult

Key Features:

• True-to-life characters and experiences.
• A wonderful novel for LDS teenagers who are facing the challenges of high school.
• Readers will appreciate Molly's desire to be liked by her peers yet stay true to her beliefs-and the satisfying outcome.

Is it just a myth that a teenager can keep high standards and still be well-liked? Molly Chambers certainly hopes not. She just tries to do what is right and be herself, even if that brings ridicule from guys like Travis and Mitch. She can even handle the verbal jabs of Jennavive Taylor, the most popular girl in school.

But soon Molly faces a whole new challenge. When Molly's best friend is swept away by the school's top athlete-and top party guy-Molly unexpectedly finds herself attracted to his best friend. Reality tells her this relationship could never work out, but her heart tells her otherwise.

This enchanting, true-to-life novel takes you along on Molly's journey, where humbling Homecoming dates and heartaches are mingled with valued friendships and staying true to the truth . . . while unknowingly helping others along the way.

Review-
"The humor, descriptive language and true-to-life situations in this book keep you glued the to the story. The author makes you feel like you are right there living Molly's life with her."

Point of Impact, AUTHOR: Clair M. Poulson, CATEGORY: Fiction

Duchesne County Justice Court Judge Clair Poulson received a call one day from a Salt Lake Tribune reporter who wanted to know why the judge hadn't given a tougher sentence to a certain drunk driver. The reporter went on to explain that after release from jail, the man in question had resumed his drinking and driving, and had just killed an innocent teenager. The reporter wanted to know if the judge felt at least partially responsible.

"As a judge I see a lot of human tragedies," Judge Poulson explains, "but taking that phone call was one of the most humbling and sobering experiences of my life. I've always been tough on drunk drivers, but I began to wonder if I could do more. I decided to write a novel, hoping to change some attitudes toward drinking, especially among young people."

Point of Impact is that novel.

Size: 193 pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $12.95

To Catch a Falling Star, AUTHOR: Julie Wright, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction/ Young Adult

Key Features:

• This captivating novel of a teenage girl seeking eternal truths and ultimately finding them will delight readers of all ages.
• The likable key characters bring talented first-time author Julie Wright's story to life in an endearing and pleasing way.
• A great gift for LDS young women!

April Preston has had a rocky few months. Following her parents' divorce, April was dragged to Boston to live with her mother. Her only glimmer of happiness there has come through her new friend Sara Downey, who is not only smart and popular, but is also a true friend.

Sara soon sets April up on a blind date with John, a Mormon from the Rocky Mountains. He returns home, but April dreams of their next meeting. Then Sara is diagnosed with cancer.

Sara begins a search for God and the ultimate purpose of life while April finds herself filled with cynicism and doubt. While at a party, she meets Sam, a new friend who designates himself her conscience. Sam is headed to BYU, and when April finds out that his roommate is going to be John, she conspires to get her parents to send her there for college.

Reunited with John, April finds herself confronting her past, as well as facing the quest looming in front of her, which urges her down a path she can ultimately never deny-the truth.

Review-
"I loved this book. I read it for a book report in my English class. This book was so fun to read that I can't wait until I find the man of my dreams when I'm older. I think it's a great romance novel for anyone of any age. I recommend this book to ANYONE who likes reading romance novels."

The Warrior Within, AUTHOR: Matt Hyer, CATEGORY: LDS Fiction/ Youth

Clay has a problem. He just moved to Colorado from Arizona. He was the football star at his old high school, but in Colorado the team will barely acknowledge his existence. Even worse, they are constantly trying to make him look bad. To make matters worse, he thinks he's in love with the head cheerleader who is going out with his mortal enemy from the football team.

Clay decides to ask God for a friend. Isaiah, a true Nephite warrior from the city of Manti, suddenly appears in his room and announces that God has sent him to be his new friend. Clay is nearly convinced it was all a dream until he realizes he still has Isaiah's amulet. On one side of the leather in Nephite characters are the words, "Arise my sons and be men." Isaiah teaches Clay many things, and in turn Clay teaches Isaiah how to fit into modern society.

Clay learns many lessons about judging, making friends, and about being a friend to start with, both on and off the football field.

Size: 170 pages, 6x9" Paperback. Qty.: Special $9.95