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# Catholic Book Review - A Star in the Night

Aug 12, 2011 7:00:16 AM  |  by [Lisa M. Hendey](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/author/lisa-m-hendey)

*[![](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/617k4JgZgqL__SL500_AA300_.jpg?width=300&height=300&name=617k4JgZgqL__SL500_AA300_.jpg "617k4JgZgqL._SL500_AA300_")A Star in the Night](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1616330554/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=catholicmomcom&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=1616330554)*  
*by Jennifer Gladen, illustrations by KC Snider*  
*Guardian Angel Publishing, September 2010*  
*Paperback, 20 pages*

Congratulations to our friend and CatholicMom.com contributor [Jennifer Gladen](http://catholicmom.com/author/jgladen/) on her newest book *[A Star in the Night](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1616330554/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=catholicmomcom&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=1616330554). *This inspiring tale was recently award the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval and is a perfect story to share with your little ones to underscore the true joy of giving. While *[A Star in the Night](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1616330554/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=catholicmomcom&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=1616330554) *takes place one snowy Christmas Eve, don't make the mistake of thinking that this book is only a holiday treasure.

With lovely illustrations by KC Snider capturing the warmth and inspiration of the plot, the book introduces young David who -- like any other schoolchild on Christmas Eve -- is counting the hours until the celebration begins. On his way home from the bakery, David encounters some new friends in need and learns the real message of the Christmas season: that in sharing our gifts with others we can find the greatest of joy. The book is available in a variety of formats including paperback and e-reader versions.

Jennifer Gladen is an accomplished children's writer and her work with *[My Light Magazine](http://www.mylightmagazine.com/)* shows her commitment to creating lovely resources for Catholic families. We congratulate Jennifer on receiving the Seal of Approval and thank her for giving our children another way to learn about the treasures of our faith.

[*Order A Star in the Night and support CatholicMom.com with your purchase*](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1616330554/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=catholicmomcom&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=1616330554)

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### [Lisa M. Hendey](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/author/lisa-m-hendey)

Lisa M. Hendey is the founder of CatholicMom.com, a bestselling author and an international speaker. A frequent radio and television guest, Hendey travels internationally giving workshops on faith, family, and communications. Visit Lisa at [LisaHendey.com](http://lisahendey.com), on her Substack at [LisaHendey.Substack.com](http://lisahendey.substack.com/), or on social media @LisaHendey for information on her speaking schedule or to invite her to visit your group, parish, school or organization. [Find Lisa’s books on her Amazon author page](https://www.amazon.com/Lisa-M-Hendey/e/B002ZM9FH0).

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