When Faith Meets Fame

Inspiring Personal Stories from the World of TV

Available Spring 2007

Featuring stories from Diane Sawyer, Harry Connick Jr., Bob Schieffer, Rachael Ray, Brooke Shields, Al Roker, Bob Griese, Barbara Walters and many more.

Your favorite TV personalities share their experiences of renewed faith, life-changing events and their triumphs over fear and loss. These uplifting and engaging stories from the pages of Guideposts magazine offer an intimate look into the lives of those we welcome into our homes through television.

Discover how Food Network star Rachael Ray gleans her happy outlook on life from her strong mother and passionate grandfather. Find out how news anchor Bob Schieffer learned a difficult lesson about putting family first when he took a new job. Read how America’s Most Wanted host John Walsh made helping children his life’s mission after his son Adam’s abduction. Travel with Harry Connick Jr. to his hometown of New Orleans and visit with folks of unflagging spirit in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Enjoy stories from over sixty television personalities who share the wisdom they’ve gained along the way and how they’ve maintained their integrity in the crazy world of entertainment.

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4714-9
$16.99
 

A Simple Wedding

A Faith-Filled Guide to Enjoying a Stress-Free Wedding

by Sharon Hanby-Robie
Available Spring 2007

Sharon Hanby-Robie, an in-demand design professional, brings an eye for beauty and a passion for simplicity into the wedding planning process. Her clear-eyed, practical advice helps readers create a wedding ceremony that reflects who they are, while her biblically-based wisdom centers couples in their real goal—creating a marriage that lasts. Readers will learn Sharon Hanby-Robie’s secrets to a stress-free, spiritually-rich wedding, such as:

• Essential preparations for meeting with vendors

• Current trends in invitations and ceremonies

• Positive solutions to tricky situations such as divorced parents and remarriages

• Smart tips for buying a wedding dress, cake and other expensive necessities

• Meaningful ways to invite God’s blessing each step along the way 

A Simple Wedding is a much-needed, rewarding blend of insider tips and real-life stories. Whether readers are newly engaged or well into their wedding day countdown, this book offers invaluable insights that make planning a wedding simple and satisfying.

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4713-2
$17.99
 

Whispers through the Trees
by Susan Plunkett & Krysteen Seleen
Available Spring 2007

Escape to the magnificent San Juan Islands, green jewels just off Washington State’s rugged coastline. But all is not as serene as it seems. . . .

Abby Stanton, a noted East Coast bird specialist, rushes home to the magnificent San Juan Islands in the Pacific Northwest after a terrible car accident leaves her sister Mary paralyzed from the waist down. While there, Abby spots a rare and endangered marbled murrelet and its mate. Determined to save them, she finds herself caught up in a fascinating intrigue about one of the long-time families on Sparrow Island.   

Will Abby’s quest for the birds draw her back home? What adventures await her in this marvelous place of serene beauty? Join Abby as she begins her new calling as an amateur sleuth, with God’s still, soft voice guiding her way.

“Set against the majestic backdrop of the Pacific Northwest, Whispers through the Trees lures the reader into the lush green splendor of Sparrow Island. This textured story is filled with family, friends and deeply rooted Christian values. The pages flew by so quickly that I never wanted the book to end.” 

—Debbie Macomber, best-selling author of A Good Yarn and the Cedar Cove series

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4711-8
$11.99
 

Flight of the Raven
by Ellen Harris
Available Spring 2007

Escape to the magnificent San Juan Islands, green jewels just off Washington State’s rugged coastline. But all is not as serene as it seems. . . .

A small plane disappears from the sky above Sparrow Island, and Abby knows she must do something to help. Together, she and Sergeant Henry Cobb, set off to hunt for survivors. They find the plane but not the passengers—who it seems don’t want to be found. Abby’s wilderness skills are put to the test as she and Henry go on a chase to try to uncover the secrets of the passengers’ hidden pasts. An exciting, suspense-filled story, Flight of the Raven is a riveting tale of determination, ingenuity and courage.  

“Flight of the Raven is a delicious mystery. It's not hard to understand why Harris has an ever-widening audience, with writing that has sparkling dialogue, dead-on characterization, and who-done-it intrigue on Sparrow Island. This series is a winner!”

—Lori Copeland, author of Morning Shade and co-author of The Island of Heavenly Daze

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4712-5
$11.99
 

Hidden History
by Melody Carlson
Available Spring 2007

Once readers visit the sleepy town of Acorn Hill, they’ll never want to leave…

While giving the laundry room of Grace Chapel Inn a thorough cleaning, Alice Howard finds an old hatbox containing her father’s teenage journal dating back to the early 1900s. As Alice reads it aloud each evening to her sisters, Louise and Jane, the hidden history of their beloved father sheds new light on his life and their own.

Meanwhile, a guest at Grace Chapel Inn turns out to be the sister of Mark Graves, a veterinarian Alice dated back in nursing school. Jane invites him to dinner and Alice and Mark end up doing late night surgery on a plum-pit-eating pig. Will the time they’ve spent together lead to more?    

“Melody Carlson… [is] able to slice through what makes us different and cull out what makes us the same, people with needs and hopes, plans and purpose.”

—      Dandi Daley Mackall, author of Eva Underground and Crazy in Love

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4709-5
$11.95
 

Time-Out for the Spirit

Two-Minute Quiet Times for Times That Aren’t Quiet

Available Spring 2007

Here’s a one-stop spiritual first-aid kit that readers will want to have on hand for those moments when life challenges their patience, courage, resolve and faith. Open to any page or look up a particular need in the handy index to find a quick “time-out” that combines Scripture, a brief story, a prayer and an action they can take to regain their serenity.

People of all ages will find an easy and effective antidote for over 250 needs. Specific problems range from “when back-to-school preparations have you frazzled” to “when your teenager is feeling misunderstood,” while more general needs span “when a door closes” to “when your struggles seem too much to bear.” Turn to any page and in just two minutes readers will gain a fresh perspective on their problems, regain their composure, relieve their tension and find peace by placing themselves back in the light and care of God.

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4715-6
$14.99
 

Life’s Too Short to Fold Your Underwear

Real-Life Wit and Wisdom to Help You Sort Out What Matters Most

by Patricia Lorenz
Available Spring 2007

Take a lighthearted look at the challenges of life and focus on what’s truly important!

A gifted storyteller, Patricia Lorenz shares funny anecdotes about her own family: wayward pets, early-morning paper routes, mail-order gifts and more. She shares her secret for turning negatives into positives and provides real-life examples about becoming happier and more fulfilled. Her new book is sure to grab each reader’s funny bone and shake her out of the rut of wrong priorities, self-pity and perfectionism!

Combining common sense with good humor and a generous heart, Patricia Lorenz will inspire readers to a life that bubbles with creative solutions and contagious joy.

ISBN-13: 978-0-8249-4719-4
$12.99
 

Praying for My Life
by Marion Bond West
Available October, 2006

For all those who have almost given up hope almost stopped believing almost ceased praying almost….     —Marion Bond West

When life experiences became overwhelming and her faith was tested, Marion Bond West found herself praying for her life—praying a desperate prayer for confidence in God’s promise of faithfulness. In her new spiritual memoir, Bond West shares her story and the prayer that changed her life.

Join the author at the bedsides of her troubled thirty-something twin sons—Jeremy, a victim of bipolar disorder and a punishing auto accident; And Jon, struggling with addictions and suffering from a life-threatening infection.

Journey with Bond West as she recalls the moments in her life when her faith was nearly shattered—upon the death of her husband, when faced with raising four children alone, and learning to say no to an addicted child. Looking to find hope when things seemed bleakest, she prays the prayer of Habakkuk and finds that in these same moments God was most powerfully present.

Written with honesty, uncompromising faith and wry wisdom, this extraordinary story will help readers discover a faith that can face—and triumph over—difficulties, both large and small. It is a treasure they can turn to again and again to witness the transforming power of prayer.

ISBN: 0-8249-4705-3
$17.95
 

Back Home Again
by Melody Carlson
Available October, 2006

Once you visit the charming village of Acorn Hill,
you’ll never want to leave... Here, the three Howard sisters rekindle old memories, rediscover the bonds of sisterhood, revel in the blessings of friendship,
and meet many fascinating guests along the way.

The sleepy town of Acorn Hill is in for a surprise when the three Howard sisters reunite after the death of their father. Each has inherited a share of his worn-down Victorian house, and they dream of turning the family home into a bed-and-breakfast.

But these three women are as different as siblings can be—can they survive living together, let alone going into business together? It looks like their dream may be headed for disaster!

Only by learning to work together, trusting in God, and accepting a little help from their friends can the three sisters see Grace Chapel Inn open its doors.

ISBN: 0-8249-4700-2
$11.95
 

The Simple Home
by Sharon Hanby-Robie
Available October, 2006

“As an interior designer, what I hear most from people is that they just want a home that is pretty enough for them to feel comfortable entertaining and easy enough to care for so that they don’t feel like a slave to it.”   —Sharon Hanby-Robie

The journey to simple living begins at home. The first thing to throw out is the idea that things can, or should, be perfect. The next step in creating a home that is both functional, restful, and renewing is to invite God in. With prayer and reflection, anyone can bring a sense of peace and purpose to every room in the home.

With inspiring narrative, real-life examples, expert tips, and eight pages of full-color photos, Sharon Hanby-Robie encourages readers to develop their own sense of style and practical, organized living. Topics include understanding a home’s purpose, creating a plan for the home, clearing clutter, improving household routines and making the home a place that is nourishing to the soul and inviting to others.

Whether readers are just starting out in their own homes and need guidance, desiring to create more peace in their home environment or downsizing their possessions to what matters most, The Simple Home will help them discover a life that is better connected with our Creator.

ISBN: 0-8249-4702-9
$14.95
 

A Simple Christmas
by Sharon Hanby-Robie
Available October, 2006

“Don’t despair. There is hope, and some of it is right here in this book. My goal is to help you add a little peace and quiet to your holiday celebrations and make room for meaningful time with loved ones.”  
—Sharon Hanby-Robie

Oh, the sweet joy of Christmas! What more could we want than family, friends, goodwill, and the peace and hope of Christ’s birth to celebrate in our hearts? But how can we keep the holiday simple and meaningful? How can we slow the rush, preserve the sacred and truly savor this special holiday?

With inspiring narrative, real-examples and expert tips, and eight pages of full-color photos, Sharon Hanby-Robie helps readers make choices that keep them attuned to the true spirit of the season. Topics include setting realistic expectations, developing creative ideas, initiating new traditions and activities, overcoming the holiday blues, and adding sparkle and glitter to holiday decorations.

Readers can stop the worry, take a deep breath, and find out how A Simple Christmas can help move them brilliantly through the holiday season that God wants us all to enjoy.

ISBN: 0-8249-4703-7
$14.95
 

We Hear the Christmas Angels
by Evelyn Bence
Available October, 2006

Angels delivered God’s message of love as they watched over the Christ Child in the stable on the first Christmas long ago. Collected in the pages of this volume are sixty true accounts of people who have been touched by Christmas miracles—everyday people who have been brought tidings of comfort, protection, and joy by God’s messengers.

Here you will meet Del and Lois Lonnquist, who hear the comforting strains of a caroler outside their door but find no footprints in the snow when they look outside. You’ll read of a mysterious New York City bus driver who drives Kym Coleman straight to her sister’s home in Queens. And you’ll meet Laura Lee Adkins, who is overwhelmed by the generosity of Santa when he arrives at her family’s home on Christmas Day with a cupboard full of food.

As you read each of these stories of God’s love, you’ll be reminded of the ultimate message of Christmas: The Lord has come. His name is Emmanuel—God with Us. And he abides with us every hour of every day.

ISBN: 0-8249-4704-5
$14.95
 

Firstlight
by Sue Monk Kidd
Available October 10, 2006

At the core of personal spiritual writing is a hungering for wholeness, for self, for meaning. The question of “Who am I?” reverberates quietly in these pages as does a willingness to be known.      —Sue Monk Kidd

In every life there are defining moments when one’s heart begins to open, when the realization of who one is begins to dawn. These moments may be huge—or they may be small and subtle. But each leaves a person forever changed. In Firstlight, bestselling author Sue Monk Kidd invites readers to accompany her as she reveals many of her own “firsts”—an invitation she hopes will help point readers to their own moments of awakening.

The stories and essays within are drawn from the author’s early writings for both Guideposts and, to a lesser extent, for other publications. They are loosely gathered around thirteen spiritual motifs, and offer an intimate glimpse into the early years of Monk Kidd’s journey as a writer and as a spiritual seeker.

Included are reflections on the author’s multiple roles as mother, daughter, wife, nurse, and writer. There are recollections about her year in Africa, meditations on her childhood, reflections on her marriage, and musings on a stream of ordinary moments—all of which add richness and meaning to the author’s spiritual journey.

ISBN: 0-8249-4706-1
$19.95
 

Recipes & Wooden Spoons
by Judy Baer
Available October, 2006

Once you visit the charming village of Acorn Hill, you’ll never want to leave. Here, the three Howard sisters rekindle old memories, rediscover the bonds of sisterhood, revel in the blessings of friendship, and meet many fascinating guests along the way.

While cleaning out the cluttered basement of Grace Chapel Inn, Jane Howard finds an old cookbook brimming with her mother’s recipes and handwritten notes. Through these precious, fragile pages of the recipe book, Jane comes to discover the spirit of her mother, Madeleine, who died while giving birth to Jane. But when the inn gets busy and money troubles threaten, Jane wonders if moving back to Acorn Hill was a big mistake. Can her crisis of faith lead to a new solution for the inn—and for Jane herself?

ISBN: 0-8249-4701-0
$11.95
 

To purchase this book, click here.

Daily Guideposts, 2007
Available October, 2006

Fifty-nine contemporary writers create 365 all-new devotionals to take the reader through the year 2007. Each day Daily Guideposts offers: a short Scripture verse for reflection; a true, first-person anecdote, told in an informal, conversational style; and a brief prayer to put the day’s message to work.

In just five minutes a day, Daily Guideposts helps readers find the spiritual richness in theirown lives every day of the year. And it makes them part of a remarkable family of readers and writers brought together by faith and prayer.

The padded cover and gilded edges make this volume a perfect gift for loved ones and the ribbon bookmark makes it easy for readers to keep their place.

Daily Guideposts is a proven bestseller year after year, with over 800,000 copies of Daily Guideposts, 2006 in print.

Also available: Large print, paperback.

Regular Print:
ISBN: 0-8249-4707-X
$19.95

Large Print:
ISBN: 0-8249-4708-8
$16.95