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My newest book is here! Join me and my daughter Josie in a read aloud about what happens when the saints come down to earth to trick-or treat with children one Hallow's Eve night.  Buy it here!

Guardian of Israel-Defender of the Church-Prince of the Heavenly Hosts-- It's St. Michael! Journey through the ages with St. Michael, from the Old Testament, his miraculous appearances to saints and beyond! Norbertine priests of St. Michael's Abbey, Fr. Frederick and Fr. Peregrine, join to discuss their author-illustrator partnership on this beautiful book.  Buy St. Michael The Archangel here Listen to Fr. Peregrine read The Snail and the King on Cuddle Up here St. Michael's Abbey Youtube Channel Music Sign up for Gracie's book recommendations Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Back from summer break! Young Kelly has a problem. She doesn't have a saint name! Should she rename herself? How can she be holy? Find out in this adorable story, with author-illustrator Kelly Luong. Buy There Is No Saint Named Kelly here Wanderlust Catholic Subscription: Use code CUDDLEUP here Sign up for Gracie's Book Recommendations here Published by Pauline Books and Media Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Join a quirky group of monks as they battle hunger, storms, and cranky friars in these three adorable short stories: The Monks Daily Bread, The Monks Stormy Night, and The Monks Make Amends. Plus, listen to a fascinating interview with author Sylvia, who is the wife of a Byzantine Catholic priest, an incredible witness on iconography, and so much more! Join Gracie's book recommendation email list here Get The Monks 3 book series here Find out about Gracie Glory stories here Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

The Apostles were gathered in prayer and then... BOOM! Just in time for Pentecost, enjoy this dynamic retelling of the Holy Spirit and His work throughout history. There are saints, there's wind, there's fire! Author Gracie and illustrator Ted share stories of the book's creation. Join Gracie's book recommendation email list Get a signed copy of The Holy Spirit book here! Listen to Ted's episode The Narrow Gate Find out more about Gracie Glory books here Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Jack wants to be a superhero! What happens when he finds a hero… in his very own church? Our great friend Katie Warner, always a joy, joins for this sweet vocational read aloud.  Join Gracie’s book recommendation email list Find all Katie’s books and resources here  Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Come along with us on an adventure! On this whimsical journey with God, become a farmer, a baker, an astronaut, and everything in between! Author-illustrator Frank Fraser reads his imaginative pro-life story.  Find Frank's books here Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! When a sneaky little pick-pocketing leprechaun gets caught, his run-in with St. Patrick changes his life! Author Elise joins for this colorful and creative story.  Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

A book on St. Joseph that truly does him honor! Prolific and beloved author Emily Stimpson Chapman talks St. Joseph, family life, and working with theologian Scott Hahn.  Book releases March 19th! Preorder it here Emily's Word on Fire Children's Bible Emily's Website Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

The queen of seasonal stories is back with the perfect Lent read! Louie’s whole class is giving something up. But he can’t think of anything! Claudia McAdam reads her Lenten story in perfect timing for Ash Wednesday.  Visit Claudia’s website for books, trailers and freebies.  Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Welcome to Season 2! Want to play a guessing game? Play along with this interactive children's book written by my own little daughter!  Send me/Josie an email to: [email protected]  Buy Katie Warner's son's book on Amazon  Listen to Katie Warner's Salvation History Story Time episode  Listen to Fabiola Garza's Princesses of Heaven episode Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Our first ever Swiss Guard on the podcast! Andreas and his wonderful wife (and author) Michelle join to share never-before-heard stories of St. John Paul II and more in this charming Christmas story.  Buy The Too Tall Swiss Guard here Follow Michelle on Instagram here Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Christmas in Heaven-- have you ever imagined it? Bestselling author Anthony Destefano is back to discuss saints, Christmas, and being a pilot! Listen to Anthony read Our Lady's Wardrobe  Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Welcome to the Catholic "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!" Chase the Pope and his puppy through this fun "tour of Rome" and then hop along with the saints in a sort of "tour through Heaven!" Pope Leo received his copy of If the Pope had a Puppy at last week's Wednesday audience and gave it a huge thumbs up. Now you get to read it, too! Our lovely friend Katie Warner guest-hosts. 30% off books with code ADVENT30: OSV Bookstore OR buy the books on Amazon here Download Katie's free Saint Bucket List Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy

Our All Saint’s Day episode is here! Find new favorites from among the many saints mentioned and hear author/illustrator Kortnee’s “rapid fire” answers to some saintly questions!  Find Kortnee's book and products here Join Gracie's Book Recommendation Email list here Order Gracie's new book, The Night the Saints Saved Halloween:  Amazon Holy Heroes Signed Copy