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...