When a tidy little spider is evicted from her home in an even tidier old woman’s cottage, she is cast away to begin her new life in a faraway dark place. Will she ever have a friend and feel at home in this new space? This fanciful tale of love and friendship was inspired by the life of Saint Felix, a third century priest who escaped the Roman persecution in part through the intervention of a spider. This delightful story is a pleasure to read aloud while the captivating illustrations are a joy for both young and old.

Saint Felix and the Spider

Children's Books

Jackson, Dessi

Literature & Fiction

Quis Ut Deus Press

Elizabeth loves to hear her grandmother's stories, and none is more dear to her than the story of her namesake: St. Elizabeth of Hungary. Together the two recall the holiness and charity of this great saint while preparing to celebrate her feast day. Dessi Jackson's lively storytelling voice draws listeners into another time and place, while Lydia Grace's beautiful watercolor illustrations provide a richly detailed delight for the eyes. This charming tale is wonderful to read aloud for the young and young at heart.

Roses in the Snow: A Tale of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary

On the road to San Damiano, Grandma Nonna shares with her grandson Antonio a once-upon-a-time story about Saint Clare. Full-color illustrations and a delightful tale capture the beauty and faith of Saint Clare as she pursues her vocation and embraces the joyful and simple Franciscan spirituality. Ever-appreciative of the little things, Clare's happiness blossoms even more with her wonderful discovery of a tiny kitten.

Saint Clare and Her Cat

Animals

Silver Fire Publishing

On the mountain lives an old monk, working out his salvation in prayer and seclusion. He is just the one to show Nikola the holiness in each moment.

Nikola and the Monk

The Saint and his Bees

The Saint and His Bees

Xist Pub

When a young monk is assigned the task of tending to the monastery's bees, a unique friendship blooms.
 Based on the life of Saint Modomnoc, this children's book brings the past alive in its retelling of the history of The Church of the Beekeeper in Ireland.

Xist Publishing

Santa Clara y su Gata

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