Book 2 of the Westthorpe Academy Mysteries is here! After recovering from their daring exploits in the exciting first book of the series, The Ghosts of Westthorpe Academy, best friends Joe Pryce and Pete Figueroa return for another thrilling, action-adventure in Miracle at the Mission.

During a summer trip to California, Joe and Pete visit Mission San Antonio de Padua where they meet an old Franciscan monk who warns them of the dangers they will soon face. The boys are drawn into a series of events filled with suspense, mystery, espionage, a high-speed car chase, and an assassination attempt by Russian operatives on the President of the United States.

Caught up in the pursuit of the assassins, the boys discover they have become suspects in the investigation. They must prove their innocence while also counting on the guidance of the old padre, who happens to bear a strange resemblance to Saint Junipero Serra himself.

With the world teetering on the brink of an international crisis, the story reaches its climax at another mission—Mission San Carlos Borromeo in Carmel—where the boys and a large gathering of people witness an incredible miracle that changes their lives forever.

June Hur’s elegant and haunting debut The Silence of Bones is a bloody YA historical mystery tale perfect for fans of Kerri Maniscalco and Renée Ahdieh.

I have a mouth, but I mustn’t speak;
Ears, but I mustn’t hear;
Eyes, but I mustn’t see.

1800, Joseon (Korea). Homesick and orphaned sixteen-year-old Seol is living out the ancient curse: “May you live in interesting times.” Indentured to the police bureau, she’s been tasked with assisting a well-respected young inspector with the investigation into the politically charged murder of a noblewoman.

As they delve deeper into the dead woman’s secrets, Seol forms an unlikely bond of friendship with the inspector. But her loyalty is tested when he becomes the prime suspect, and Seol may be the only one capable of discovering what truly happened on the night of the murder.

But in a land where silence and obedience are valued above all else, curiosity can be deadly.

Praise for The Silence of Bones:

ABA Indies Introduce Selection
Junior Library Guild Selection
A 2021 Edgar Allan Poe Award Nominee
A 2021 ALA Rise Selection
2020 Freeman Award Honorable Mention

“At once haunting and evocative, June Hur’s The Silence of Bones is a gorgeous, tightly-woven debut. Prepare to delve deep into the lush and dangerous world of Korea in the 1800’s for a page-turner you won’t soon forget.” —Hafsah Faizal, New York Times-bestselling author of We Hunt the Flame

“This gripping drama is definitely one you’re not going to want to miss.” —Buzzfeed

If a boy is never told that he is a man, he will subconsciously extend his adolescent years far into his teens and twenties … or beyond.

Milestone to Manhood is about a once-in-a-lifetime weekend that a father (or grandfather) can organize for his son on his thirteenth birthday. The weekend is designed to mark your son’s entrance into manhood in a meaningful way. In addition to bestowing the title of “man” on your son, the purpose of the weekend is also to share advice and wisdom with him.

This special coming-of-age ceremony is called a Rite of Passage. Don’t let his peers, the television, or the internet tell him what it means to be a man. Instead, gather the other male role models in his life – his uncles, grandfathers, older brothers, and older cousins – and talk to him about what it really means to be a man.

Milestone to Manhood will:

• Show why teenage boys feel the need to “prove themselves” as men
• Explain why cultures around the world have held traditional coming-of-age ceremonies to help their young men make the leap from boyhood to manhood
• Give a firsthand account of a Rite of Passage weekend from the perspective of a boy who experienced one on his thirteenth birthday
• Explain the meaning behind the activities that make up the Rite of Passage weekend
• Give the reader the tools needed to organize a Rite of Passage weekend for their own son

The major themes explored in Milestone to Manhood are virtuous manhood, the importance of family, and the importance of faith. For more information about the book and its authors, visit www.milestonetomanhood.com

What Dads are saying about Milestone to Manhood

“The Rite of Passage that I organized for my son was a huge success! I could tell that it made him feel very special and accepted by the males that he knows and respects. I think that it also made him feel a little different or separated from his younger siblings, which is a good thing now that he is entering his teenage years and becoming a man. It was a great experience, and I plan on holding a Rite of Passage for all my younger boys when they turn thirteen as well.”
—Mike B.

“As a father raising three young boys in today’s culture, I am looking for every possible way I can help my boys mature into Godly men, strong in their Christian faith and confident in their masculinity. After reading Milestone to Manhood, I now have a firm foundation in why a rite of passage has been a tradition across many cultures and a step-by-step practical guide on how to plan and execute a Rite of Passage for my own sons.”
—Shane A.

“I thoroughly enjoyed this book! What David, Steven, and Bobo have done is powerful, and this book is a gem. Every boy should have something like this when they turn thirteen. This is the sort of thing I’ve been wanting to do for my son, and now I know how.”
—Scott B.

On a beautiful summer Sunday morning, the Bailey family – Mom, Dad, Timothy, Sarah, and their beloved dog, Silly Sophie – enjoy family time over a big hearty breakfast. When Timothy and Sarah ask to be excused to play outside with Silly Sophie, Mom reminds them it is time to get ready for church. Of course, Timothy and Sarah would rather be doing other things, but Mom and Dad lovingly relay the importance of honoring God by going to church. As the day unfolds, Silly Sophie provides joy and laughter to the Bailey family.

Silly Sophie’s Summer Sunday Morning is a story about faith, family, and – of course – Silly Sophie. Be sure to look for Silly Sophie’s paw prints throughout the book – each one leads to a Bible verse!