This book of stories is suitable to read to children under seven, although older children may enjoy reading them independently. There are seventeen Old Testament stories altogether, each on a double page spread, and all beautifully illustrated by Fred Apps. There is a child-friendly and appropriate prayer to conclude each story. The last three pages talk about the stories and how they are relevant to children's lives today. I was very impressed with the presentation and style of this book and would make it a 'must have' in the huge variety of storybooks available.

How can a basin of water help you write your first book? Carine Mackenzie wrote her first book, Gideon - Soldier of God, in the kitchen of her home in Inverness, Scotland. A two year old was at her feet playing blissfully with a basin of water. "It was the only way I could be sure of getting some peace and quiet ... and it worked." The two year old is now married with a family of her own and Carine's first attempt at writing has grown too. Her talent for retelling Bible stories has meant that children from all over the world have been given the opportunity to discover Jesus Christ for themselves. The first title written in the kitchen with the assistance of a basin of water has inspired the production of many other books. Carine now has over 50 different titles in print and sales of over 3 million books.