Anything Is Possible

Anything Is Possible

book

2016, Religion & Spirituality, Christian Books & Bibles

WISE
76%

WISE Score

4.9

Amazon

A literary warm hug that proves kindness isn't dead, though it might be a bit too 'Hallmark' for the average teenager.

Amazon4.9
Common Sense Media

Where to Read

Amazon
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble
Libby
Libby

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Screenwise Verdict

This is the book version of a cozy blanket and a cup of tea. It’s part of the 'Hot Apple Cider' series, which tells you exactly what you’re getting: gentle, faith-forward, and relentlessly positive.

It’s not going to win any awards for being 'edgy,' and your average 14-year-old might find it about as exciting as watching grass grow. However, for a parent looking for something genuinely 'good' and safe to have on the coffee table, it’s a solid choice. It’s wholesome to a fault, which is a rare find in 2026.

Age Fit

Technically safe for anyone who can read, but the themes of marriage struggles and elderly care are really aimed at adults and older teens. A 10-year-old will likely find it incredibly boring.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
92

It's the literary equivalent of a weighted blanket. The book is specifically curated to counteract 'negativity' with stories of kindness, grace, and platonic love.

Imaginative
55

As an anthology of mostly true-life experiences and 'heartfelt stories,' it’s grounded in reality. It’s more about reflection than creative world-building.

Safe
95

Extremely safe. It’s a Christian-marketed anthology focusing on 'God’s grace.' The only 'risk' is emotional weight from stories about dementia or poverty.

Enriching
82

High marks for empathy and perspective-shifting. It encourages readers to see the value in small acts and 'unexpected' people.

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Why It Might Be Great

  • Short, bite-sized stories make it easy to pick up and put down during a busy day.
  • Features 60 different Canadian writers, offering a decent variety of perspectives and 'voices.'
  • Focuses on 'God’s grace' and kindness without being aggressively preachy or judgmental.
  • Great for building empathy by showing the internal lives of people from 'the wrong side of the tracks' or elderly neighbors.
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What to Watch For

  • It deals with heavy real-world themes like dementia, poverty, and fear, which might be a bit 'sad' for younger readers.
  • It is very much a faith-based book; if your family isn't into the 'Christian Living' vibe, it might feel a bit syrupy.

Conversation Starters

  • "Which story made you want to do something nice for a stranger tomorrow?"
  • "Do you think 'scary' people, like the teacher in the book, are usually just misunderstood?"
  • "If you had to write a story about a 'small act of kindness' you've seen, what would it be?"

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