Ariel Childs Books: Inspiring Children's Literature
Stories and Bible lessons for ages 9–13
by Ariel Childs
Coming this June!
Island of Sheqer: Book Two
Things are not the same.
Tisa, Akwasi, and Kenji are older now—and the world around them is harder to recognize. A new leader is rising, promising peace and safety for Christian communities—and order that seems too good to question.
Tisa and Akwasi help those who have been forgotten. Kenji goes where he shouldn’t—into the center of it all.
But this isn’t just about survival anymore. It’s about truth. And standing firm may cost them everything.
Island of Sheqer
Island of Sheqer is a middle-grade novel about three Black children from a forgotten island who are chosen by God. It’s about faith, justice, grief, and the kind of hope that doesn’t come easy. It’s written for kids—but adults might enjoy it too!
You can get it now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9JyNdSm
If you do read it, I’d love to hear from you!
Camp Israel of God
Twelve-year-old Naphtali thinks he knows God—he goes to church and stays out of trouble. But after hearing a message about true salvation, he starts to wonder. That night, he dreams of an angel who sends him on a journey through seven strange camps. Each one teaches him something new about God—and about his own heart.
Will he follow the truth, even when it’s hard?
Enjoy a preview of the prologue, first chapter, and a brief excerpt from the second chapter of Island of Sheqer Book One.
Prepare the Way!
John lived in the wilderness preaching a message that many didn’t want to hear—repent, turn back to God, and get ready for the one He was sending. He spread new ideas that challenged the powerful and made people uncomfortable. This story follows his bold life, his baptism of Jesus, and the price he paid for standing up for the truth.
Who Is Jesus—and Why Did He Come?
This storybook helps kids understand where Jesus came from, why He came to earth, and who He really is. Written for ages 8–13, it explains big truths in a clear, simple way.
With questions at the end to check understanding, this book is great for families, classrooms, and church groups. It’s more than a story—it’s an invitation to know Jesus for yourself.
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Anaya and the Curse
Everyone said Anaya was cursed and better off forgotten. But God sees the broken and the left out. He loves deeply—even those the world tries to throw away. As Anaya’s story unfolds, she begins to discover that the curse was never stronger than God’s love.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted” (Psalm 34:18 NIV).
Premble – A Short Story by Ariel Childs
When quiet, observant Dillan is placed in a mysterious science camp experiment, he discovers that genetically enhanced mice may be trying to communicate with him. As he works to decode their patterns, he uncovers a message deeper than science—one about peace, fear, and choosing a better way.
Premble is a story about quiet strength, trust, and the hope of a better home.
🌿 A Note from the Author
Hi, I’m Ariel Childs—author of The Island of Sheqer.
Before you read this sample, I want to tell you why I wrote it.
This story was born out of prayer, pain, and hope—and inspired by the wonderful youth at my church. It’s for kids (especially Black children) who’ve been overlooked or wounded and wonder if God still sees them. It’s for families who want stories that deal honestly with suffering but still point to truth, healing and redemption.
This is not a light, fluffy story. It’s real.
But it’s also full of hope, miracles, and a God who never forgets.
If you or your child are walking through questions of faith, injustice, or healing—I pray this first chapter reaches you.
Thank you for being here.
With love,
Ariel
