I get products sent to me daily to try out. I unfortunately don’t have time to do a post for each item that I get to review. So I want to make sure these items get seen and learned about. The only other solution I could see to do is to do a October’s DVD and Book Product Roundup 2017 on the products I like and want my readers to know about. I hope you enjoy these as much as I and my other reviewers did.

VAMPIRINA is the new ghoul in town, and she’s ready to show everyone how to dance to the beat of their own drum! Vampirina “Vee” Hauntley and her family — which includes a friendly ghost and transforming pet werewolf — just moved from Transylvania to Pennsylvania. When she’s not helping her family host Transylvanian guests in their Scare B&B, she’s busy showing her new human friends how to live life the spook-tacular way, every day! Whether they’re making their own “Spine-Chiller” music video, planning a party or throwing a sleepover filled with surprises, Vee and her friends always figure out how to have fang-tastic fun!

Actors: Isabella Cramp, Lauren Graham, James van der Beek, Patti Lupone, Brian Stokes Mitchell
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0)
Subtitles: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number of discs: 1
Studio: Buena Vista Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: October 17, 2017
Run Time: 92 minutes

A new spooky adventure this DVD brings, with The Cat, Nick and Sally, Fish and the Things. Meet the eeriest critters you have ever seen, arrived just in time for this Halloween! There will be lots of tricks and, of course lots of treats, to share with the animal friends you will meet! There’s a coconut crab, spider monkeys and bats, and plenty more fun with The Cat in the Hat!

Directors: Various
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC, Widescreen
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number of discs: 1
Studio: Shout! Factory

Join Pocoyo and his friends on seven playful adventures. Whether it’s playing a new game called Boo!, enjoying a monster mash party or pretending to be Godzilla & King Kong, every day is fun & engaging with Pocoyo and his friends!

Actors: Stephen Fry
Directors: Pocoyo
Format: Multiple Formats, Color, NTSC
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: NR Not Rated
Studio: NCircle Entertainment
DVD Release Date: September 3, 2013
Run Time: 45 minutes

It’s Halloween! Join Sid and his friends as they discover how bats catch mosquitoes, why spiders are expert engineer web builders, and how skeletons make up the foundation of our bodies. The kids dress up to celebrate Halloween at school, and Teacher Suzie leads them in a special Halloween parade song to show off their costumes! With Sid the Science Kid, Halloween can be spooky and scientific!

Format: Multiple Formats, Animated, Color, NTSC
Language: English
Dubbed: Spanish
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: NR Not Rated
Studio: Ncircle
DVD Release Date: August 21, 2012

Welcome to Doozer Creek where the Doozers live! They re green. They re cute. They re three inches tall and they re full of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm! It’s Spookypalooza! The time of year when all Doozers get together to spook each other. The Pod Squad makes the spookiest pumpkin ever a cool Pumpkin Doozer made by stacking three pumpkins together. But when their new invention starts rolling all around town, the Doozers have to find a way to reign in their spooky creation! Enjoy four STEM-based adventures with the Doozers!

Actors: Doozers
Directors: Jim Henson Company
Format: Multiple Formats, Animated, Color, NTSC, Widescreen
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: G General Audience
Studio: NCircle Entertainment
DVD Release Date: September 1, 2015
Run Time: 60 minutes

“Twenty six cuddly ABC Monsters live within the walls of Capital Castle. Each monster represents a letter of the alphabet, but should any of the monsters go missing for longer than a day, all the letters will be wiped clean from every book in Capital Town! In this DVD, embark on adventures with Alice, Brian, and Cherry Berry to search high and low for the letters V, W, X, Y, and Z. It’s a very windy day in Capital Town. After checking the ABC Monsters, it seems that one of them is missing – W-Monster! So Alice, Brian and Cherry Berry head into town in hopes of finding their missing friend, W-Monster. Along the way they meet, Wanda the Weaver, Wendy the Window Cleaner and then Willie Webster. Hopefully, one of them will be able to help Alice, Brian and Cherry Berry find W-Monster during this windy day. Get set for a spellbinding series of magical adventures that engages preschool children’s imaginations, while making learning exciting and entertaining.”

Actors: Collin Chang
Directors: Ah Loong
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: NR Not Rated
Studio: NCircle Entertainment
DVD Release Date: October 3, 2017
Run Time: 125 minutes

The Cat in the Hat takes Nick and Sally on a Halloween ride filled with howlers and shockers and scary fandangles, big laughs and music and fun from all angles! Their fright-filled adventure takes them deep into the Oooky-ma-kooky Closet where Nick and Sally discover the very best Halloween costumes ever.

Actors: Martin Short
Directors: NCircle Entertainment
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: G General Audience
Studio: NCircle Entertainment
DVD Release Date: May 16, 2017
Run Time: 60 minutes

Twelve year old Harry has lived and breathed magic since his early childhood. The problem is that his hometown, Appletown, is not the best place for his natural talent to blossom. Although he rehearses endlessly in his parents’ barn he realizes that his dream is just that a dream. One day Harry catches the glimpse of a chance: the New York mayor has announced a magic competition due to the official opening of the Statue of Liberty. Unfortunately, there is a slight problem with this competition, in order to try out one must be trained by a real magician. Poor Harry doesn’t know a single one. Until Harry s father runs into the magician, the Great Tesla, in town and Tesla promises to see Harry. Despite the young boy s lack of knowledge Tesla spots talent, creativity and boldness in Harry. He decides to give him a chance and invites him to his own home, accompanied by his niece, Beth, and his assistant, Amrold. Tesla will teach Harry the basics of magic, his tricks but will also test him. Will Harry be strong enough to become a true magician?

Actors: Houdini
Directors: NCircle Entertainment
Format: Multiple Formats, Animated, Color, NTSC
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Number of discs: 1
Rated: G General Audience
Studio: NCircle Entertainment
DVD Release Date: September 8, 2015
Run Time: 60 minutes

Gather Around For Six Hearth-Warming Holiday Tales!

Tis the season to celebrate with family and your very best friends. But you know that no holiday in Equestria is complete without a little adventure. Join Twilight Sparkle, Spike, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity and Fluttershy as they embark on six exciting adventures sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

Actors: Ashleigh Ball
Directors: Various
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC, Widescreen
Language: English
Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number of discs: 1
Studio: Shout! Factory
DVD Release Date: October 3, 2017
Run Time: 132 minutes

Prayer Doesn’t Have to Be Intimidating

Do you find yourself saying the same things to God over and over again? Does a thriving prayer life feel completely out of reach?

Maybe all it takes to open up to God is five little words. Each entry in this forty-day devotional will provide you with a simple five-word prayer, a corresponding Bible verse, and thoughts to encourage you in your communications with your heavenly Father. The short prayers in this book include…

I need You desperately today.
Set my burdened heart free.
Help me to forgive myself.

The strength of your prayers lies in your heart intent, not your word count. Discover a new joy in your conversations with God!

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers (October 3, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736970711
ISBN-13: 978-0736970716
Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.5 x 7 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces

It’s not just about the money…

Arguments about money are by far the top predictor of divorce, says Sonya Britt, a professor at Kansas State University. “It’s not children, sex, in-laws, or anything else. It’s money—for both men and women.”

Satan seeks every means possible to destroy marriages, and creating conflict around finances is one of his favorite tactics. But there is more to money problems than not sticking to the budget. Chuck and Ann Bentley reveal the underlying issues of financial and relational discord—and show how it robs couples of joy, intimacy, and marital satisfaction.

Money Problems, Marriage Solutions presents seven keys to peace in marriage and helps couples unite and conquer to resolve financial issues together. Through real-life stories, a solid foundation from Scripture, and practical steps for application, this book gives a plan for getting back on the same team. Here is a clear and lasting way forward for couples struggling with money problems.

Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Moody Publishers (September 5, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0802415873
ISBN-13: 978-0802415875
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces

If the viral Buzzfeed-style personality quizzes are any indication, we are collectively obsessed with the idea of defining and knowing ourselves and our unique place in the world. But what we’re finding is this: knowing which Harry Potter character you are is easy, but actually knowing yourself isn’t as simple as just checking a few boxes on an online quiz.

For readers who long to dig deeper into what makes them uniquely them (and why that matters), popular blogger Anne Bogel has done the hard part–collecting, exploring, and explaining the most popular personality frameworks, such as Myers-Briggs, StrengthsFinder, Enneagram, and others. She explains to readers the life-changing insights that can be gained from each and shares specific, practical real-life applications across all facets of life, including love and marriage, productivity, parenting, the workplace, and spiritual life. In her friendly, relatable style, Bogel shares engaging personal stories that show firsthand how understanding personality can revolutionize the way we live, love, work, and pray.

Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Baker Books (September 19, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0801072913
ISBN-13: 978-0801072918
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 12 ounces

“I appreciate Tom writing this book and sharing his love of his dog.”

–Randy Boyd, founder, CEO, and Chairman of PetSafe

“As a true dog lover, this book really touched my heart. This is a great example of how God teaches us to love and that is, unconditionally.”
–Louise Mandrell, country music legend and dog lover

“Will resonate with dog lovers and show the family pooch in a totally new light.”

–Craig Miller, VP of Original Programming, INSP Network

“Dog lovers of almost any age will love this! What a fun way to talk about faith.”

–Bishop Mary Virginia Taylor, Holston Conference of the UMC

“Tom’s story is one that needs to be read and shared. It is an awakening.”

–Hallerin Hilton Hill, radio & TV host, teacher, trainer, author

“You will be encouraged, inspired, and delighted as you read about Mango.”

–Dave Gorden, motivational speaker and former president, NSA

“Don’t miss the blessing that is right before you, wagging its tail.”

–Rev. Larry Trotter, Senior Pastor, Concord United Methodist

“Tom and his dog, Mango, teach us to keep the faith through good times and bad.”

–Thyra Walker, DVM, Forest Park Clinic for Cats and Dogs

About the Author

Tom Baker has worked in entertainment, radio, and television for over 35 years and is owner of Cobblestone Entertainment, a television production company in Knoxville, TN. He has a degree in marketing from UT and is an executive producer, writer, video editor, and public speaker. He has worked on shows for A&E, Discovery, Oxygen, HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY, and GAC among others.Tom and his wife, Michelle, of 19 years have four children.

Book Details:
Paperback
Publisher: Evergreen Press (AL) (October 5, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1581696337
ISBN-13: 978-1581696332
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

Synopsis:

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Book Details:

Title: Applied Ballistics for Long Range Shooting
1st Edition
Author: Bryan Litz
Publisher: Applied Ballistics
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 536
Book Condition: New
Shipping Weight: 2 pounds

Summer vacation is a time for adventure, and Jacob and Sierra have something amazing planned. Unable to forget their incredible journey last spring, Jacob and Sierra take a trip to Grandma Addy’s and invite Brent to go along. A short story from their beloved Grandma is all it takes to set the kids off in search of the secret entrance to the attic and the old traveler’s trunk. The trunk doesn’t look like anything special with its cracked brown leather and tarnished brass fittings, but the kids know the magic it holds. This time they are whisked away to a medieval kingdom plagued by a giant problem. Their adventure takes a turn for the worse when Sierra is kidnapped, leaving Jacob and Brent to embark on a dangerous mission to save her before it’s too late.

Series: The Traveler’s Trunk (Book 2)
Paperback: 88 pages
Publisher: Traveler’s Trunk Publishing (2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0984149651
ISBN-13: 978-0984149650
Package Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces

In Pantry and Palate, journalist Simon Thibault explores his Acadian roots by scouring old family recipes, ladies’ auxiliary cookbooks, and folk wisdom for 50 of the best-loved recipes of Acadians past and present. Recipes run the gamut, from the art of pickling beets to old-fashioned foodways such as rendering lard and cooking with head cheese, to Acadian staples like Classic French Canadian Tourtière and Seafood Chowder, and a delicious roster of desserts from Rhubarb Custard Pie to Acadian Panna Cotta.

Including essays celebrating the stories behind the recipes, a foreword by bestselling author Naomi Duguid (Taste of Persia), and photos by noted food photographer Noah Fecks (The Up South Cookbook), Pantry and Palate is magnifique from page to plate.

Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Nimbus Publishing; 1 edition (November 13, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1771084901
ISBN-13: 978-1771084901
Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds

Inspired by Chelsea Crockett’s popular YouTube channel, Your Own Beautiful is a life, faith, and beauty guide, filled with her trademark tips on makeup and style alongside full-color photos, how-tos, and more to help young women with all the big issues they face—from self-confidence and friendship to following your dreams. With her signature grace and wit, Chelsea tackles tough questions through uplifting messages influenced by her faith and life experiences in Your Own Beautiful.

Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Zondervan (October 24, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0310762367
ISBN-13: 978-0310762362
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pound

Polly and Her Duck Costume tells the true story of Polly, a little blind goat who was rescued by Leanne Lauricella, rescuer of farmyard animals and founder of the immensely popular Instagram account The Goats of Anarchy. Polly has some trouble adapting to her new life until her new mom gives her a warm and fuzzy duck costume, which turns out to be the perfect fit! Follow along with Polly as she finds love with her new family, gains confidence, and makes new friends. The perfect tale to inspire and delight animal lovers, Polly and Her Duck Costume pairs beautiful illustrations with a truly heartwarming tale readers of all ages will adore.

Age Range: 5 – 6 years
Grade Level: Preschool – 1
Series: GOA Kids – Goats of Anarchy
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Walter Foster Jr (September 12, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 163322418X
ISBN-13: 978-1633224186
Product Dimensions: 11 x 0.5 x 11 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds

If any of us learned we were going to move to a foreign country, we’d do everything we could to learn about that place so that we’d be prepared when moving day arrived. As Christians, we know some day we will leave our familiar country and be united with God in heaven. And yet many of us know very little about this place called heaven.

In this enlightening book, bestselling author Dr. Robert Jeffress opens the Scriptures to unpack ten surprising truths about heaven and explain who we will see there and how we can prepare to go there someday. Perfect for believers or skeptics who are curious about heaven.

Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Baker Books (September 5, 2017)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0801018943
ISBN-13: 978-0801018947
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces

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