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About Lion Heart & Alessio:
The Victory Ride Series

Lion Heart and Alessio: The Victory Ride – A Bible-based Christian book series for kids ages 8-12

There’s a Superhero inside all of us, if you believe.

He’s called the Holy Spirit!

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be a superhero? To have supernatural powers and fly in the Spirit? What if I told you that, with God all things are possible? Come join Jed and Mak on their miraculous adventures as they transform into warriors named Lion Heart & Alessio. Discover ancient treasure with them and learn about God’s extravagant love.

Book Three Mission Goodness and Faithfulness Trailer

Lion Heart & Alessio: The Victory Ride Series Reviews

Megan’s writing certainly relates well to her audience. She is able to communicate strong Christian truths through a story that youth find appealing and exciting. It causes students to think about what they can do to impact the world for Jesus.

—Karen Henriksen
Admissions Director, Academy at Foxborough

Having been youth leaders for over forty years we feel this book’s approach in presenting the gospel to tweens is exactly what is needed in todays world.

—Ron and Pat Worrell
Youth Group Leaders

What a fun, delightful read for preteens! The characters and their adventures were exciting and most importantly, loved God. I highly recommend this book.

—Nancy Begley
Principal, Kona Christian Academy

The Victory Ride is nothing short of high air in the half-pipe for boarders— but even if you don’t know a switch stand from a kickflip, Megan Chapman’s zany LOL cleverness mixes with poignancy to land it a fun read for all—and a best seller! Its message is no fakie either!

—Suzanne Field, KC
Author of The Painted Table

Clever, contemporary, compelling. Powerful biblical message told in today’s sports vernacular. Megan has a gifted ear for colorful dialogue and comic situations.

—Jean M. Hartley
Director of Disabled Adventures Hawaii

In “The Victory Ride,” Megan Chapman introduces readers to the winsome duo, Lion Heart and Alessio, in an adventure that is fun, fast, and full of Jesus. It’s a well written tale in which the supernatural flows naturally and  the plot moves smoothly, resolving most of the questions that keep the reader turning the pages. The only question with which she leaves readers struggling: “When will the sequel be released?”

—Bill Barley
Senior Pastor, Living Stones Church

Megan Chapman is the most creative writer! Her plots are packed with surprises and her dialogue is laugh out loud funny. She’s got the whole skateboarding thing DOWN! Kids are gonna love reading about these charming characters! Shoot! Adults will too! Highly entertaining but packed with wisdom and truth too. This book is the total package!

—Shirley Walston Carroll, WA
Author of Kristal’s Wedding, Owner of The Communications Chick editorial business

I have had the pleasure of reading Lion Heart and Alessio: The Victory Ride with my fifth grade class this past year. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a lighthearted (and Lionhearted) adventure with strong moral themes. This is a book that makes you think about faith while engrossing you in a story filled with colorful characters, including the title duo, a pair of very likable and memorable young lads. It is a story of faith and hope and of courage and conviction. Without giving anything away, I will say that I so totally am looking forward to the next rad adventure with these dudes!

—Jon-Eric Nissen
Fifth Grade Teacher, Haili Christian School Hilo, Hawaii

What kind of book is it?

LH&A is an educational adventure that encourages preteens to become warriors in the Kingdom of God by using their gifts and talents to honor Him. It’s contemporary, family-friendly, fast paced, Spirit-filled, Bible based, thought provoking, and contains a bunch of unique characters, fun dialogue, and action illustrations.

Who’s the audience?

Whether you’re a skateboarder dude or dudette, a school principal, youth group leader, homeschooler, fashionista, ballerina, artist, sports enthusiast, jack-of-all-trades, or just a supercool somebody looking for a rad adventure, Lion Heart and Alessio is for you!

What’s it about?

Here’s a sneak peek . . .

Jed and Makarios (aka Mak) have big dreams of becoming pro skateboarders, traveling the world to compete against the best. Jed’s stoked because he’s finally old enough to enter the Victory Ride skateboarding competition with his older cousin Mak. But when he finds out that Mak and his family are moving across the world— to Greece!—Jed’s dreams take a sketchy turn. After a mysterious encounter, Jed and Mak receive an ancient treasure that comes with supernatural powers (including the Fruits and Gifts of the Holy Spirit). Transformed into warriors named Lion Heart and Alessio, Jed and Mak are sent on an epic adventure and the ride of their lives!

From the Author: Lion Heart & Alessio: The Victory Ride is a quirky story about faith, family, and the struggles we must overcome to live a victorious life.

The diverse characters in the series go through a transformation where they learn what it means to be accepted by Jesus, not because we follow religious, man-made rules, but by believing in Jesus and inviting Him into our hearts. As the characters accept Jesus as their personal Savior, they receive supernatural powers enabling them to spread this wonderful truth: The Good News. Readers will fill up on Scripture and have a blast doing it as they learn to become superheroes of faith. I recommend that my series be used as a read-aloud with parents or teachers so sensitive topics can be discussed.

My hope from the beginning was that this series would draw families together, and that readers would be able to identify with at least one of the many diverse characters throughout the series including two superhero skateboarders, a surfer, fashion designer, an artist, dancer, retired circus performer, accountant, scientist, a grandma and grandpa and many more! There’s something for everyone in this Bible-based family redemption story. Click here to read the endorsements of all four books.

If you’re looking for an encouraging Bible-based Christian adventure book for kids that you can share with your family, look no further. Order your autographed and discounted copies today!

Book 1: Mission Love & Joy
Book 2: Mission Peace, Patience, Kindness
Book 3: Mission Goodness & Faithfulness
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Book 4: Mission Gentleness & Self-Control

Free Discussion Questions and Coloring Pages Included with Purchase! Works great as a class project or summer activity.
Here's what you will receive with your book purchased through the link below.

Book 1 Discussion Questions

Book 1 Coloring Pages

Book 2 Discussion Questions

Grandma Holt’s Whoopie Pie Recipe

Book 3 Discussion Questions

Book 3 Coat of Arms Coloring Page

Book 3 Ruthie Grace Coloring Page

Book 4 Discussion Questions

Book 4 Coloring Pages

Click here to order your autographed discounted copy of LH&A – A fun Bible-based Christian book series for kids ages 8-12!
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