Zondervan kidz books to celebrate Easter and for gifting

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Jesus Our True Friend
The Glorious Image of God
Deep Breath, Little Whisper
Hey-O! Coloring book

Jesus, Our True Friend: Stories to Fill Your Heart With Joy by Sally Lloyd-Jones

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My thoughts:  Beautifully written to bring beloved Saviour, Jesus, to young hearts, Jesus, Our True Friend is a welcome addition to children's book collections, church libraries, and libraries that care to include Christian publications. It makes an exceptional gift that will bring delight and help establish the child's concept of Jesus.

In chapter book form with a "Table of Contents," the book lends itself well to read-aloud sessions. There is more "story" and details than the very youngest child will understand, grasp meaning of, or sit for. However, it lends itself well for those who have learned to read or for wonderful family read-aloud time. 

The text (in my opinion) simply flows beautifully as the stories of Jesus are recounted. They seem to caress one's heart with their beauty. And adults will have glimpses into deeper truths that simple words can convey. For example in "The Two Sisters," Jesus tells Martha that "the thing you are carrying is too heavy for you." She was just doing meal preparation, etc. What was too heavy? No, Jesus was actually telling her that the "works" mentality was too heavy. She needed the time with Jesus just like Mary did.

So I highly endorse this beautiful book.

About the book: Jesus, Our True Friend is a beautiful collection of seven stories from Jesus’ life that share the good news—that our Rescuer has come to mend God’s broken world, bring us back to God, and show us what Love is really like. From Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago, the creators of the beloved and bestselling The Jesus Storybook Bible, these stories will fill your heart with joy as you come to understand just how deep God’s love is for you.

Jesus, Our True Friend tells the stories of Jesus’ life in beautiful, lyrical prose—and captures their deep theological truth in words even a child can understand. This seven-story collection includes miracles from Jesus’ life like the Wedding at Cana and the Miraculous Catch of Fish, parables Jesus told like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son, and people Jesus met like Mary and Martha. These stories showcase Jesus’ great love and deep empathy for the lost, the outcast, the suffering, as well as for his friends and his followers. And for us, too.

Hey-O! Coloring Book: Over 90 Bible Story Pages for Kids to Color (Hey-O! Bible Stories) Paperback – Coloring Book by Saddleback Kids

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My thoughts:  Coloring with a purpose never got so good! Short read-aloud (or read-to-me) Bible story with each detailed drawing that the children will enjoy coloring. Lots of fun as the children focus on the Bible, God, Jesus, and stories from the Bible. I highly recommend!

About the book: With over 90 pages of coloring fun and tear-out pages for easy removal and display, the Hey-O! Coloring Book allows kids to unleash their creativity as they bring all their favorite Bible stories to life. Based on the popular YouTube videos and storybook Bible, the Hey-O! Coloring Book will help children build a foundation of faith as they improve their fine motor skills and develop their imagination.

Developed by Saddleback Church, Hey-O! Coloring Book is filled with the whimsical and engaging artwork from Hey-O! Stories of the Bible and the corresponding animated videos, which have garnered more than 28 million views on YouTube. Kids will create masterpieces of their favorite biblical characters—including Noah, David, Esther, Jesus, and more—as they mindfully relax and practice their fine motor skills.

Hey-O! Coloring Book:

• Was developed by the Kids team at Saddleback Church, a community of thousands with 17 campuses across the US and internationally
• Includes over 90 tear-out coloring pages from Hey-O! Stories of the Bible
• Is biblically accurate and engaging for kids, with whimsical artwork and text captions to help them remember the Bible stories
• Makes the perfect children’s gift for baptisms, communion, birthdays, Christmas, Easter, and more

"The Glorious Image of God: How Jesus Reveals Who God Made You to Be" by Rousseaux Brasseur & illustrated by Arief Putra

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My thoughts: The concept of teaching children that they are made in the image of their creator, God, is terrifyingly deep and complex. The author has attempted to do this starting with having the child view their own image in a mirror and then reflecting on the simple fact that what they see is a copy or image of themselves. This is then somehow translated to our being a copy or image of God similar to the reflected image in the mirror.

Then the author goes on to tell the Biblical account of creation of man by God, the fall of man (sin entering the world), the worship of manmade images or gods, and finally, the coming of the Son of God as redeemer and saviour. All a very expansive and complex explanation to a child of his being created or made in the image of God. 

The children depicted in the illustrations are cute and bright-eyed and other illustrations reflective of the storyline. The story itself is told in a loosely written rhyming method that is somewhat hard to read since the meter is not consistent.

Theologically, the book is sound. 

About the book: Being made in God’s image can be a hard concept for children to fully grasp, but The Glorious Image of God explains how, through the story of Jesus, we can learn to see God’s reflection within ourselves and foster a deeper sense of spiritual identity and self-worth. From ministry leader and children’s book author Rousseaux Brasseur, this masterfully woven, rhyming text dives into stories from the Bible unpacking what it means to be an image bearer of God, helping us to better understand how we can share God’s love and goodness with others in our lives.

Every human being is a wonderful work of art, made in God’s image and capable of reflecting God’s goodness and light to others. The Glorious Image of God is a fun exploration of the story of how God wove his likeness into us humans, where our purpose comes from, and how Jesus reflects who God made you to be. This picture book for kids 4 and up is designed to help grow children’s foundation of faith, guiding them to understand how they reflect the image of God and how God delights when his children fill the world with his love.

The Glorious Image of God: 

• Is an ideal addition to any child’s bookshelf or children’s ministry library, unpacking biblical truths in a theologically sound manner to bring increased understanding for children 4 and up
• Full of colorful, bright illustrations that engage children and help them imagine Bible stories as well as modern day scenes where they can reflect God’s image.
• Perfect for reading together at bedtime, in Sunday school, in Christian classrooms, or any favorite read-aloud times.
• A great gift for Christmas, Easter, and any gift-giving occasion or holiday.

Help your little ones understand the profound concept of being made in God’s image. Through Jesus, they will learn to see God’s reflection within themselves, fostering a deeper sense of spiritual identity, self-worth, and connection to Jesus.

Where you can purchase a copy: https://bit.ly/GloriousImageofGod 

Deep Breath, Little Whisper by Scott James & illustrated by Irina Avgustinovich

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My thoughts:  A lovely picture book that teaches that prayer can be a breath, a whisper, a shout out or a cry. The emphasis is on pausing and taking a deep breath when confronted with various times of life that we need the love of God to reach down to us and help us.

Beautifully written and delightful illustrations.

Lovely!

About the book: Help your child discover the importance of talking to God during all types of situations with this picture book that explores the use of breath prayers. Throughout, kids will learn that each of their direct praises, quick thanks, and whispered requests can bring them peace and build a stronger relationship with their heavenly Father.

God loves it when His children talk to Him—and connecting with God can be as easy as using a simple word or phrase. Deep Breath, Little Whisper introduces the idea of breath prayers by using a series of kid-friendly scenarios and engaging text to show young readers how they can have a conversation with God in the moment, wherever they are and however they’re feeling. Each example also helps remind them that prayer doesn’t have to be big and complex to be meaningful—it just has to come from the heart.

The illustrated book is perfect for:

• read-aloud or prayer time
• introducing breath prayers into your family
• helping children from preschool to early elementary develop a relationship with God through easy-to-remember prayers and prompts
• teaching different types of prayers, including praise and adoration, thanksgiving, intercessory, and confession
• showing kids how they can calm their minds and turn to God no matter what happens

DISCLOSURE: I receive complimentary copies of these books to facilitate a review. I was also compensated for this posting. Opinions are mine, alone and not influenced by publisher/author, etc. @zonderkidz @rousseauxbrasseur @scott_h_james @thestoryofgodsgreatlove @zonderkidz #kidsbooks #zonderkidz #kidseastergifts #sponsored #ad

My Ready, Set, Find Bible by Jacob Vium-Olesen engages children in fun learning experiences [Review & Giveaway]

From The Creation in Genesis to Christ's Resurrection, Children will delight in this book 

ISBN: 9780825452826 
Board Book $16.99
Kregel Children's Books

My thoughts:  This children's board book is larger than one would normally expect. It is 8.5" x 8.5" and is 1.5" thick. It has a lightly padded cover. It is sturdy and well designed. It is NOT too hefty for the average toddler to handle. I can visualize little ones going to their own book shelf and selecting their "Bible," toddling across the room with it lovingly grasped in their arms, and sweetly beginning to enjoy it's contents. I really wish this had been available when my children were young.

The "story" on each two-page spread is brief, yet insightful. The picture appropriate for the story is bright, charming, and engaging. The "Can you find?" activity for children will bring repeated searches through the picture for objects that delight. Beloved Bible stories are featured throughout and bring truths gently to the heart and mind of the child. 

Kregel produces some wonderful children's products, and the My Ready, Set, Find Bible is a delightful addition to their selection.

About the book: Parents know how challenging it can be to find resources about the Bible that are both age-appropriate and engaging for your kids. Small aren't always interested in sitting still and listening to a story; they want to be a part of making the story come to life!

Introduce little ones to Bible stories in a memorable way. In My Ready, Set, Find Bible, children ages two to four will experience a game of spotting 190 different objects throughout twenty-two Bible stories.

Children will learn about Bible characters like Noah, Abraham, Ruth, and Jesus, as well as about some of Jesus's parables. Through the seek-and-find design, each story will interest little ones and improve their Bible knowledge and vocabulary. Interact with every page and the stories will come to life!

Author: Jacob Vium-Olesen is the CEO of Scandinavia Publishing House and has authored several children's books, including My First Memory Verse Bible and Good Night God.

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My Ready, Set, Find Bible by Jacob Vium-Olesen - Kregel Children's Books

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Adventure Bible for Kids (NIV) and Adventure Bible for Kids Daily Devotional

The NIV Adventure Bible for Kids (full text, full color interior)   Where to Purchase My thoughts:  One of my grandsons is pastor of a church and his daughter has this very same Bible! That's an endorsement. "Pastor provides his own child a copy of NIV Adventure Bible for kids." This is a delightfully colorful, bright, engaging edition of the Bible geared for kids; but for kids who are old enough to begin to actually study God's Word more in-depth and detailed. Kids who are not yet ready for concordances, Biblical dictionaries, etc. That comes later as they mature. This Bible gives them something that captures their attention and helps learn facts and have insights take root in their pliable minds. In today's world where technology and rapid-fire TV grabs their attention and numbs their brain function present more of a challenge for personal and detailed reading and study, this engaging Biblical publication will help glue them to God's Word. The accompanying Study Guide further helps pull the details out of the Word cementing it into their being and into relativeness for them personally.  An excellent step forward in Biblical studies for growing children. About the Bible: The bestselling NIV Adventure Bible®  will get kids excited about reading the Scriptures! Your kids will be captivated with the full-color features that make it fun and engaging to read the Bible and memorize their favorite verses. Along the way they will meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly, they will grow closer in their relationship with God. The Adventure Bible is recommended by more Christian schools and churches than any other Bible for kids, and the Adventure Bible brand has impacted more than 10 million individuals and families to date! Complete text of the accurate, readable, clear New International Version Full-color design throughout – makes learning about the people, places, and culture of the Bible even more engaging Life in Bible Times—Articles and illustrations describe what life was like in ancient days Words to Treasure—Highlights great verses to memorize Did You Know?—Interesting facts help you understand God’s Word and the life of faith People in Bible Times—Articles offer close-up looks at amazing people of the Bible Live It!—Hands-on activities help you apply biblical truths to your life Twenty special pages—Focus on topics such as famous people of the Bible, highlights of the life of Jesus, how to pray, and the love passage for kids, all with a jungle safari theme Book introductions with useful facts about each book of the Bible Dictionary/concordance for looking up tricky words to help locate places in the Bible 8.7-point type size Click to read a sample The Adventure Bible Daily Devotional  Where to Purchase My thoughts:  The Adventure Bible "Daily Devotional for Kids" is designed in a sturdy hardcover book with readable text with pages bordered with lively "jungle" illustrations. Each day is a separate Bible verse reference and application to the child's daily life.  Language is mature yet does not outreach the age for which this devotional is designed - ages 6-10. (The younger children may need assistance reading.) This devotional book teams ideally with the Adventure Bible for Kids which has excellent study aids and illustrations and uses the NIV translation.  Adventure Bible Daily Devotional for Kids is a new companion devotional for kids to the Adventure Bible full-text Bibles; Can be used with any Bible, but makes learning about God’s Word even more fun when paired with the Adventure Bible. 365 devotions are not dated, so kids can pick this up any time of the year. Devotions are topic-based and relate to topics such as self-esteem, courage, friendship and more. About the book: Grab your trail map and compass and get ready for adventure through God’s Word! This 365-day devotional from the bestselling Adventure Bible brand will inspire readers to learn about the Bible, connect with God, and grow in their faith. The Adventure Bible is consistently ranked the #1 Bible for kids and has impacted more than 10 million readers to date. This companion devotional takes children on a thrilling, enriching quest through the Bible. With 365 devotions covering topics such as self-esteem, courage, friendship, and more, Adventure Bible Daily Devotional for Kids will inspire readers to grow closer in their relationship with God and live a life of faith, the greatest adventure of all. The Adventure Bible Daily Devotional for Kids is: Part of the trusted, #1 Adventure Bible brand Ideal for readers ages 6-10 Accessible and fun, with Scripture passages, relatable topics, and practical takeaways Part of the wider Adventure Bible line, which includes 1) Adventure Bible; 2) Adventure Bible Guide; and 3) Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible. Click to Read a Sample DISCLOSURE: I was provided a complimentary copy of each book to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given. NOTE: My preferred version of the Bible is the King James Version. The NIV is widely accepted and trusted and appeals greatly to the younger generation. #dailydevotional #devotional #devoforkids #365devo bibleforkids #zonderkidz #kidseastergifts

Bring reverence to your Easter or Resurrection Observance with children's "The Beginner's Bible" & associated products!

NOTE: Amazon prices are less than SRV
Where To Purchase A Copy

The Beginner’s Bible: Timeless Children's Stories brings a foundation of faith to young children with over 90 classic Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments, with colorful illustrations and text written just for them.

ISBN:  9780310750130
Hardcover $22.99
Where To Purchase A Copy

My thoughts: Bible story books are such a wonderful tool to have on hand to introduce the young child to the Bible and the bare-bones of the Word of God. You can choose to have one or you can choose to have a variety so that your child can experience the many "tellings" and "illustrative styles" of authors and artists as they bring to life what God reveals to mankind in his Word.

Now a Bible storybook is not, nor should be considered to be, the actual Word of God. It is an introduction to and base of study for beginners. Hence the writers, illustrators, and publishers have labored diligently to bring to your home a book worthy of it's title - The Beginner's Bible: Timeless Children's Stories from ZonderKidz, an imprint of Zondervan.

This new edition of the originally published in 1989 Beginner's Bible just exudes life and brilliance in the attention-grabbing, child centric illustrations in strong, bright colors.

This will become a well-loved book by your child and you will delight that your child loves hearing about the  many wonderful men and women from the Bible. A  great preparation for the years when the real Bible will become an integral part of their own life.

About the Bible: The Beginner’s Bible® has been a favorite with young children and their parents since its release in 1989 with over 25 million products sold. Now it’s redesigned with fresh new art that will excite children for many more years to come. Full of faith and fun, The Beginner’s Bible is a wonderful gift for any child. The easy-to-read text and bright, full-color illustrations on every page make it a perfect way to introduce young children to the stories and characters of the Bible. With new vibrant three-dimensional art and compelling text, more than 90 Bible stories come to life. Kids ages 6 and under will enjoy the fun illustrations of Noah helping the elephant onto the ark, Jonah praying inside the fish, and more, as they discover The Beginner's Bible just like millions of children before. The Beginner's Bible was named the 2006 Retailers Choice Award winner in Children's Nonfiction.

The Beginner’s Bible: Amazing Miracles of the Bible Sticker & Activity Book is all about the different miracles Jesus performed, including his death and resurrection. 

ISBN:  9780310141587
Paperback $8.99
Where To Purchase A Copy

My thoughts:  Children absolutely love stickers, and using stickers to implant Biblical stories and truths in their mind and hearts is an enjoyable and effective way to learn. 

For sheer delight alone, the activities and sticker fun make learning a play time activity which elicits so much enjoyment for the youngsters.

I wish these had been available for my children when my family was young, and I am so excited to be able to share their availability with you. Check out the Amazon link where you can find this and a whole assortment of The Beginners' Bible books appropriately designed for specific age groups.

Priced so it "won't break the budget," these activity books will provide many enjoyable hours for the child. 

About the activity book: Bring Bible stories to life for young readers with The Beginner’s Bible Amazing Miracles of the Bible Sticker and Activity Book. This hands-on, interactive children’s book features over 50 stickers and fun-filled games and activities.

Young readers will read, learn, and color their way through miracles in both the Old and New Testaments, including Moses and the burning bush, the miracle of loaves and fishes, and many more. Children ages 3 to 7 will connect with these beloved Bible stories through this playful activity book, which includes:

• 16 pages of fun content & child-friendly text, highlighting different miracles throughout the Bible
• Over 50 stickers featuring classic The Beginner’s Bible illustrations
• Hours of age-appropriate activities, coloring pages, mazes, crossword puzzles, & more
• Easy-to-follow Bible teachings

The Beginner’s Bible Amazing Miracles of the Bible Sticker and Activity Book is perfect for:?

• Kids ages 3–7
• Road trips, Easter baskets, Christmas stocking stuffers, or birthdays
• Children’s ministry small group activity time or Sunday school

The Beginner’s Bible: The Very First Easter - perfect for very young children.

ISBN:  9780310763017
Paperback $5.99
Where To Purchase A Copy

My thoughts: A  small (kiddie size) light weight paperback book written in terms understandable by the very young child and illustrated with kid-charming pictures, The Beginner's Bible "The Very First Easter" is perfect for reverently teaching a young child about their Saviour.

The story is short and understandable and perfect for the young child. The price is perfect for young families' budgets and also for gifting in Children's Church or Sunday School classes.  

About the book: The Very First Easter tells children about the events of Easter in words and concepts they can understand. Using vibrant artwork from The Beginner's Bible, children will learn key events leading up to Jesus' death and resurrection, such as the Triumphal Entry, the Last Supper, Jesus' arrest, and his death and resurrection, as well as a page on Jesus' return someday. By the end of the story, children will understand the wonderful gift of salvation and why we celebrate this special day. Recommended for ages 2 to 5.

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The living I've seen

After surfing along the internet highway and viewing second hand and on a screen so many things in our glorious world, I thought of some of the things my eyes have actually seen and I have actually touched. I'm not a world traveler, so I haven't seen the Egyptian pyramids or the Swiss Alps. I haven't seen magnificent buildings in exotic cities. But I have had some grand experiences.

I swam in the Atlantic Ocean many times. I walked the sand dunes of East Coast America and the mountain paths in the oldest mountains on Earth - the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. I've seen the grand Mississippi River and the rolling Missouri River. I've seen the Cape Fear River near its headwaters and where it also emptied into the Atlantic Ocean. I swam in the Gulf of Mexico and walked pristine Florida beaches. I've seen tumultuous winds of hurricanes in the coastal city of Wilmington and the wind's destruction of massive centuries old Oak Trees. I've crossed the great and grand Red/Orange Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco, California and traveled the winding coastal Pacific highway and looked out over the immense Pacific. I've seen aquariums of the Atlantic Ocean and of the Pacific Ocean and the creatures that live in the depths of both. I've seen wild deer on a utopian golf course on the edge and top of cliffs along the Pacific.

 
I've seen the face of a newborn child and looked into their innocent eyes and soothed their bewildering cry. I've seen and held a squirmy new born puppy whose eyes were not yet open to win the heart of "his human." I've seen the face of a loved one moments before they left their tired body. I've held their hand as it turned cold. I've felt the joy of new life within my own body, and felt the terror when my spouse, who I love deeply, is no longer at my side.

I've seen the glory of a tiny blossom as it opens and brings joy to those who take a moment to see it. I've experienced the privilege of seeing blue skies, white clouds, yellow sunlight, cleansing rain, and pure white snow. I've experienced the joy of a pantry full of food to prepare and the delight of a well made home prepared meal shared with loved ones. I've had the privilege to eat in restaurants both humble and glorious, both inexpensive and quite costly. I have the joy of living a life of comfort, warmth, abundance. A life of love. A life of care and caring. A life of seeing and telling. 

I have lived. And God has provided the living of that life day by day in His gracious caring way.

Unexpected Target (Mountain Justice #3) by Penny Zeller [Giveaway]

Unexpected Target (Mountain Justice #3) by Penny Zeller

About the book: Sometimes evil lurks in plain sight…

What if a random break-in isn’t as random as initially believed? That’s what Oaklee Newbold thinks when a series of forced entries shakes her quiet neighborhood. With seemingly nothing stolen and no obvious motive, the police are stumped. When her own home is broken into a second time, Oaklee is determined to help solve the case...whether handsome detective Grayson Brenneman likes it or not.

No one is prepared when the perpetrators strike again. Only, this time they aren’t targeting houses—they’re targeting Oaklee. When a series of sinister events finds Oaklee held in the deadly clutches of evildoers, Grayson races against the clock to find the woman he has grown to love…before it’s too late for everyone involved.

Subgenre: Christian romantic suspense

Series: Mountain Justice (Book 3, but can be enjoyed as a standalone).

**Please note: Unexpected Target is a faith-filled Christian romantic suspense novel.

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Unexpected Target (Mountain Justice #3) by Penny Zeller

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How to Survive the End of the World: A Graphic Exploration of How to (Maybe) Avoid Extinction, STEM [Non-fiction, Graphic Art Publication]

How to Survive the End of the World: A Graphic Exploration of How to (Maybe) Avoid Extinction by Katy Doughty & illustrated by Katy Doughty 

ISBN: 9781536232790
Hardcover $24.99
Age 14-Up, Grades 9-Up
MIT Teen Press 

My thoughts: I have mixed feelings about this book. Firstly, I don't care for graphic novels, etc. As a child I did love the comic books and the Sunday newspaper comics section. But those days are past. However, I do concede that there is a certain attention-grabbing quality to a graphic book or story, and I also acknowledge that the genre is actually "genre spanning" and can be a useful tool to get reluctant readers to read or to educate interestingly about the mundane.

So where does How to Survive the End of the World......" fit into the mold of genre, interest, educate, or entertain? This quality hardcover book begins with early Earth's existence and events that geology has preserved. A look at plagues that nearly wiped out broad swaths of mankind and onto modern man's creation of tools that could potentially destroy mankind and any form of life on Earth. So the book has a bit of history, and bit of education, a lot of caution, some encouragement, and tid-bits of "how to survive" tucked into the pages.

The comics, or should I say "illustrations," are done creatively and will forge images in the reader's mind without terrifyingly raw reality. 

A product of MIT Teen Press, the intellectual quality of content promises to be worth delving into and is such that will engage children with bright, questioning minds. 

Having recently experienced the Covid Pandemic and the isolation, fear, alarm that ensued, readers will appreciate the part of this book that covers pandemics and plagues throughout history and how mankind survived -  often with great loss. They'll get a glimpse into solutions and pros and cons of fighting disease. 

Readers will take a look at current concern many have of machines, technology, robots taking over mankind. Then there is a look at present fears and past events of when huge chunks of rock (meteors and meteorites) fall from the sky and devastate the land. These are very present fears and the book takes a reassuring look at such.

"It takes courage to imagine the end of the world--an even more courage to try to change the ending." [pg. 224, How to Survive the End of the World: A Graphic Exploration of How to (Maybe) Avoid Extinction]

About the book: In a full-color debut, a graphic novelist takes an engrossing, gleefully existential deep dive into the many ways that humanity could—and almost did—meet its end.

Since 99.9 percent of all species that have lived are extinct, it’s bound to be our turn eventually, right? So what’s most likely to kill us? A well-timed asteroid? Some new robot overlords? With wit and dry humor, debut graphic novelist Katy Doughty blends science and history to explore our chances of surviving disasters such as plagues, global warming, and alien invasion. Drawing on interviews with experts in fields like infectious diseases, AI, and interplanetary exploration, she combines cutting-edge research with compelling visuals: mugshots of the deadliest microbes, graphs of the winners and losers of mass extinction events, and a whole lot of dinosaur drawings. For apocalypse aficionados, the morbidly curious, and the just plain curious, this is your antidote to existential dread—a timely, imaginative, and ultimately hopeful take on humankind’s ability to survive the odds. 

DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.