The Captain's Clue

A hilarious action-adventure series for Christian kids set in a town where the parables of Jesus literally come to life.

Anthony and his friends have barely caught their breath after escaping wild vines and dive-bombing birds when Parable Port is hit with the storm of the century. The rain won't stop. The waters are rising. And something about it feels... biblical.

Turns out, the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders has gone haywire--and the whole town is in danger of being washed away. Teaming up with Grace and Duck, Anthony sets out to track down the mysterious lighthouse keeper, Captain David, who just might hold the key to saving Parable Port.

Meanwhile, budding podcaster J.R. is starstruck by a quirky new celebrity journalist in town. But when chasing a big story starts costing her real friendships, J.R. must decide what matters more: likes and listeners, or truth and loyalty.

As electric eels zap through flooded streets and homes crumble like sandcastles, the gang must decode clues, face tough choices, and learn what it really means to build your life on a solid foundation.

Can they reach Captain David before the storm destroys everything--or will Parable Port be lost beneath the waves?

This Christian book series features:

• A map of Parable Port―Follow along as the kids run around town to solve the mystery
• Chapter opener illustrations―Comedic and engaging artwork brings the story to life
• Spiritual lessons―At the back of the book, enjoy a kid-friendly devotional that explains the Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builder
• Penguincast podcast―QR code for J.R.'s boots-on-the-ground interviews and analysis
• A fast-paced story line filled with suspense that makes it perfect for reluctant readers
• Hilarious antics

Perfect for boys and girls ages 8-12.

Author: Brock Eastman,Shaun Stevenson
Publisher: Tyndale Kids
Published: 06/09/2026
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
ISBN: 9798400509230
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Eastman, Brock: -

Brock Eastman is the award-winning author of the Quest for Truth series, Bedtime on Noah's Ark, Daddy's Favorite Sound, Mommy's Favorite Smell, the Imagination Station series, Showdown with the Shepherd, Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop, Edge of the Galaxy, and more. He writes the Dr. Fizzlebop recurring columns and feature stories for Clubhouse and Clubhouse Jr. magazines, for which he has won two Evangelical Press Association awards. Brock and his kids host the Fizzlebop YouTube channel, where they help kids connect their faith with science. He loves playing games, cooking with his wife, and reading stories each night to his four kids, who have also been coauthors on several of his projects.

Stevenson, Shaun: -

Shaun Stevenson is a kids' pastor who loves seeing families discover who God is and what God has done, is doing, and will do one day! As a writer and storyteller, Shaun loves making Scripture come alive for kids by creating fun ways for them to grow closer to Christ. He has written children's ministry curriculum for several publishers, as well as articles for devotional and ministry magazines. Shaun holds a bachelor's degree in Bible and theology from Multnomah University and a master of divinity with an emphasis in biblical studies from Portland Seminary. When he's not writing, Shaun can often be found in coffee shops, thrift stores, and escape rooms with his wife, Sarah.