Do you want to inspire your kids to be free and self-sufficient? There's nothing better than a good book to point them in the right direction.

My kids are total bookworms, so I enlisted their help to compile this list of favorites. Some folks may pooh-pooh the idea of fiction as a teaching tool, but reading about a character who is smart, adaptable, self-reliant, and skilled can influence the way your child or teenager thinks.

In no particular order, (and just in time for Christmas) here is a list of favorites from the Luther Family Library of Awesome and Influential Books.

LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/our-top-20-works-of-fabulous-fiction-to-inspire-self-reliant-liberty-loving-children-and-teens/

Obviously, this list is far from comprehensive - it is a compilation of our own family favorites. Are there some books that you or your children found particularly engaging or influential? If you were recommending books to young people, what are your favorites in the survival and liberty genres?

Let's discuss it in the comments section.

Grace Sherwood is no ordinary old lady.

In the shadows of an apocalyptic world, she has survived with her home, her mysterious garden, and her cat. With a sharp mind honed by years of solitude and a soft heart that has not been hardened by the trials of a world gone mad, Grace is the unexpected heroine this broken world never knew it needed.

Nestled within the protective embrace of her forest cottage, Grace has carved out a life of quiet dignity amidst the chaos. But when ruthless intruders invade her sanctuary with a captive teenage girl, Grace knows that the time for action has come. Armed with nothing but her wits and the wisdom she has earned over a lifetime, she embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim her home and rescue young Lexie.

As Grace navigates the treacherous event, she discovers that survival is not just about strength, but about cunning, compassion, and the ability to adapt. With every step, she draws upon the lessons of her past, weaving together a tapestry of survival that is as intricate as the forest itself.

"The Widow in the Woods" is a gripping tale of resilience, love, and the indomitable spirit of a woman who refuses to be defined by the world around her. In a place where the line between hero and villain is blurred, Grace stands as a beacon of hope, proving that sometimes, the greatest power lies not in the might of someone bigger and stronger, but in the wisdom of an unlikely hero.