
Novels to Inspire, Encourage & Entertain

Excellent & Heartwarming
"First…I thoroughly enjoy this author. Anthony has a wonderful writing gift to communicate with depth, without becoming mundane or repetitive. And once again, he delivered his gift in “Izzy the Bernese Mountain Dog.” _Judy
Clever Izzy
"I liked that the story was told by Selma the cow. It was clever. Izzy was a great dog, seeing her grow and become an amazing farm working dog and hero through the tale. This story is good for younger readers who want a clean adventure . . ." _Shannon C.
Illuminating
“A glorious novel illuminating one of the Bible's greatest stories of transformation. Barbera fills in the human details with masterful skill.” _Christian Book Review
Loved it!
"Jonah In the Time of the Kings is a great story about how it might have been during the historical time when Jonah was swallowed by a large fish for refusing to go to Nineveh. But God had a plan and a reason for it all.... Made the story come to life." Amazon Review _JP
I've Been Touched!
“I can honestly say, The First Rains of October is one of the most moving stories I have ever read ! I will recommend it to everyone I know. I had no idea it would be so good.. I thank you so much for this, and look forward to more.” Nina Smith_Good Reads
Life Changing
"Jonah In the Time of the Kings'' is one of those stories that can change your life!" _
Mark Molica
Great Read
"Jonah In the Time of the Kings" is a great read, and I recommend it to anyone who wants to tap his toes in the time of Jonah." _Amazon Verifyed
A Time Like Our Own
"Barbera’s carefully researched novel illuminates Jonah’s remarkable story of transformation filling in the details with a moving and inspiring portrait of Jonah, the prophet who lived in a time shockingly similar to our own..." _Index Tribune
A Wonderful Read!
"... A truly wonderful read! I thought a story about Jonah would be childish-this was anything but. Everything came so alive to me, I could sense God’s love AND urgency. Jonah was a wonderful character we could all relate to..." _Amazon
A Warning!
... A truly wonderful read! I thought a story about Jonah would be childish-this was anything but. Everything came so alive to me, I could sense God’s love AND urgency. Jonah was a wonderful character we could all relate to...

Biblical Insights
Elijah: Examples of Faith-Four (The Widow Woman of Zarephath)
THE WIDOW OF ZAREPHATH presents a unique and exciting situation when you think deeply about it. Elijah has been camping by the Cherith Brook (the

About Writing
Should You Plot and Plan, or Just Write Your Novel?
Every book I write needs a different approach. Some writers write straight from their minds. One moment to the next. Others plan every detail, and
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