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April Wenzel writes family-friendly fiction. She is a multi-story FaithWriters Challenge winner. Her readers often describe her work as sweet, intriguing, funny, and surprising. You can visit her author site: aprilwenzel.com

When you make any claim or purchase, you'll also get a family-friendly short story sent to you free each month.

April adds new titles to Curios every month so check back often!

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Kyle and Ally just moved to what they thought was the perfect neighborhood to raise a family. But the realtor may have left out some important information about the neighbors next door. Now Kyle thinks the realtor led them astray. Is he right? Find out in this engaging, funny, short story.

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The grandparents are about to arrive! Mom is nervous about being judged by her mother, but Mary Lou is excited to see her grandparents. Will the visit go smoothly or will Grandma’s critical nature rear its ugly head? Find out in this heart-felt family-friendly short story. Word Count: 2,546

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The weatherman says the storm will pass to the north, but dark clouds are rolling in. Tom is concerned that this may be a big one. Is he prepared for a severe storm, or is his family about to face a dangerous situation that he didn’t prepare for? Find out in this engaging, family-friendly short story.

Word Count: 3,055

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Dad and Mom are taking Timmy and Val to the zoo. But their arguing begins before Dad can even park the car. Will sibling rivalry ruin the day? Find out in this charming family story.

Word Count: 1,665

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Get a bit of adventure, heartwarming interactions, and the birth of a child in these three family-friendly stories.

Dante has fallen overboard into the mighty river. Has Talon even noticed? Will he realize Dante is missing before it’s too late? Find out in Another Grand Adventure. Word Count: 331

David is determined to honor his pastor with a special birthday gift. Will he come up with the perfect gift? Find out in this delightful short story, A Grateful Tanner. Word Count: 749

A couple’s baby girl has just been born. Her father seems concerned. Is something wrong with their daughter? Find out in A Sapphire Blessing. Word Count: 745

Total Word Count: 1,825

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Get a bit of fun in the snow, an exciting chase, and a touch of patience and love in these three family-friendly stories.

Katie’s not herself today. An unkind comment by a classmate has left her feeling sad and confused. After a heart to heart with Mom, can Katie decide how to handle her feelings about her classmate? Find out in The Katie I Know. Word Count: 743

(The Katie I Know won 1st Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge.)

Becky feels frustrated about her school art assignment. She thinks she has an idea, but her father’s attempt to help may leave her confused and frustrated. Will a little help from the family pet, Chester, do the trick? Find out in this sweet, delightful story, A Six-Armed Sketch. Word Count: 713

(A Six-Armed Sketch won 1st Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge and placed 4th among the Editor’s Choice Winners for all levels.)

What’s a young girl to do when her little kitty ends up in a tree? Find out by joining Camy in an exciting game of chase with her cat, Friskie, and her dog, Oscar, in Up a Tree. Word Count: 732

(Up A Tree won 2nd Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge.)

Total Word Count: 2,188

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Enjoy adventure, fun, and a mishap, in these three family-friendly stories.

Christopher has found himself forced to the edge of a cliff. Will he end up as shark food? Find out in this exciting, family-friendly adventure, Shark Food. Word Count: 741

Talon and Dante have made it safely to shore, but will an unexpected encounter mean the end of their adventures? Find out in See Ya, Snaky, the next episode in April Wenzel’s Another Grand Adventure series. Word Count: 598

(See Ya, Snaky won 1st Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge.)

An anonymous challenge contestant isn’t sure what to write, but when a mishap in the kitchen changes her morning plans, she’s got a story to tell. Read all about it in this true story, Tallow Trouble. Word Count: 749

(Tallow Trouble won 2nd Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge.)

Total Word Count: 2,088

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Experience adventure, an emotional tailspin, and an overconfident teenager’s folly in these three family-friendly stories.

Dante and Talon are on an important mission that will impact the fate of their entire town. Do they have what it takes to succeed? Or will this be the last episode in April Wenzel’s Another Grand Adventure series? Find out in An Age-Old Name. Word Count: 621

(An Age-Old Name won 1st Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge.)

Something has Ellen fuming and in a tail spin. Her husband Ted seems oddly unfazed by her sudden tirade. Can their daughter get to the bottom of the matter? Find out in No You Didn’t. Word Count: 746

(No You Didn’t won 1st Place in Level 2 of the FaithWriters’ Weekly Writing Challenge and placed 5th among the Editor’s Choice Winners for all levels.)

Kelly’s decided she doesn’t need to memorize this week’s Scripture verse. She doesn’t think it’s relevant to her. Is she right? Or will she suffer the consequences of a poor decision? Find out in Not Relevant. Word Count: 723

Total Word Count: 2,090

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How much trouble can a misunderstanding cause?

It’s a hectic morning as usual for this typical family. Lost keys and running late are the norm. But the rush always subsides, making way for a smooth, productive afternoon for wife and mother, Jessica. Except today there was a miscommunication that resulted in something going missing that is far more important than lost keys. By the time Jessica realizes something has gone wrong, hours have passed and fear takes over. Will she figure out what’s happened? Find out in this family-friendly short story, Oops.

Word Count: 4,758

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Is there big crime in this small town?

When a concerned citizen notices some strange behavior at his small-town local gym, he suspects illegal activity and won’t rest until his town is safe again. Will he uncover a crime ring and become the next local hero? Find out in this intriguing and humorous family-friendly short story.

Word Count: 3,074

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Something is moving into the barn next door. Is it friend or foe?

The new owners are moving in at the hobby farm next door. But John is worried about what might be moving into the barn. Can you guess what it is? Find out in this comical, family-friendly short story, Hobby Farm. Word Count: 2,566

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Can the Royal family have a normal vacation?

Catherine just wants a normal vacation. But being part of the Royal family always seems to complicate life. So when they leave the castle and head to the forest, she’s left trying to correct the same old misunderstanding that seems to follow them everywhere. Get a glimpse into Royal life in this funny, delightful, and surprising family-friendly short story. Word Count: 3,412

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Easy as pie. Yeah, right! Newly married Claire just agreed to make a pie for her husband. There's just one problem: she's never baked a pie. Actually, she's never baked anything. Will she crumble at the challenge, leaving her husband wondering if she's still the woman of his dreams? Word Count: 2,123. You'll also get a free family-friendly short story every month!

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First time hosting Thanksgiving. Easy peasy, right?

It’s been a little over a year since Claire, from Newlywed Pie, got married. Now she’s ready to tackle Thanksgiving dinner. But she wants to be a Mary, not a Martha. Can she pull it off? Find out in Thanksgiving Martha. Word Count: 7,508

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Is a sidewalk Santa up to no good?

When Eric from Concerned Citizen notices a man in a Santa suit, he suspects he’s up to no good. Is he right? Or will he wrongly accuse an innocent Santa? Find out in Shady Santa. Word Count: 2,541

(This story can be enjoyed as a standalone story, but reading Concerned Citizen first will provide a fuller experience.)

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Is there a thief in the neighborhood?

When Sandra’s watch disappears, she thinks she misplaced it, until she hears there might be a thief in the neighborhood. Is there? Word Count: 3,121

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