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  • 11% off Whistle Stop Café Mysteries Book 1: Under the Apple Tree-0

    Follow along as two best friends turned modern-day sleuths unravel mysteries and pay tribute to wonderful hometown heroes. Pull up a chair and get hooked on the series now!

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  • Grab the Extinguisher, My Birthday Cake's on Fire!-0

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    In this exclusive collection, you’ll find articles that best epitomize Pat’s spunkiness and storytelling skills. She travels back and forth in time, remembering and celebrating different moments of her life. As a successful single parent of four now-grown children, she has learned over the years what is important and what isn’t.

    Family is key. So, too, are friends, freedom, adventures, hard work, playtime, goals and dreams, health, and most importantly faith in God. This is the important stuff in life, the things that count, and by sharing her experiences with us, we all come away with a richer understanding of this gift called life. With every chapter, she serves up bite-sized Scripture, which is the foundation of her faith and which keeps her grounded.

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    You can’t have a party without “Invitations,” and that is what Pat does in the first chapter of this entertaining gathering. She invites us to do something new, whether it’s following Grandma and Grandpa Knapp’s no-stress, no-fuss example of drop-in hospitality or creating a “love fund” box for those times when others are in need. Then we focus on how to enjoy life’s surprises in “Ribbons, Bows and Wrapping.” Pat delights in her son Andrew’s unexpected placement of a Baby Jesus figurine, and she discovers a commonality in her parish and a neighboring Lutheran church.

    “Party Time! Participate in Life’s Celebrations” takes us to birthday parties and weddings, lets us rejoice in the sounds of Christmas, and acknowledges life’s achievements and quieter times. We’re all susceptible to embarrassing moments or occasions when we’re not at our best, and Pat doesn’t sidestep hers. In “Pin the Tail on the Donkey,” she makes light of those instances and reveals lessons that contribute to her “graceful aging.” It’s when we can laugh at ourselves or forgive ourselves that we’re on the right track.

    In “The Birthday Cake,” Pat dishes out stories that reveal that little something extra about herself that brings her joy. Whether it’s asking the question, “Am I really happy doing this work?” or recognizing how to overcome SAD (seasonal affective disorder) by looking for the light, Pat tells us how to get the most out of life. After we’ve stuffed ourselves silly with cake, we’ll move on to those Kodak moments in “Say Cheese! Treasure Special Memories.” From “brown cows” with the folks to Pat’s education with the Sisters of Loretto, from first dates to the first grandchild, memories add a sweetness to life that is unmatched.

    What’s a party without gifts? “Presents” is about how to receive gifts of love, and “Party Favors” tells us how to pass on kindness—two similar yet distinct facets of living a happier life.

    And after the celebration is done, what’s left is the “Post-Party Cleanup: Age Gracefully and Stay Young at Heart.”

    Here Pat reflects on those who’ve reached their golden years and those who’ve passed away. She takes stock on how hard we work and why, and she talks about prayer. It always comes back to that—our conversation with God. So welcome! Pull up a chair and visit awhile. And share in the celebration of this gift called life. —–

    About this Author

    Patricia Lorenz has packed quite a bit of living into fifty-eight years. This book is a celebration of her life and, in turn, our lives. It’s about growing older gracefully and staying young at heart.

    Pat has been a friend of Guideposts since 1982, when she wrote her first story for us, “The Smock,” about her mother’s well-worn shirt that was playfully exchanged between the two of them for years in a love-filled game. Since then, Pat has contributed to the devotional book Daily Guideposts and is the author of several books, including Life’s Too Short to Fold Your Underwear.

  • To Love and Cherish - Home to Heather Creek - Book 19-0

    Join Pete and Dana on a rollercoaster of love, chaos, and unexpected twists in this heartwarming tale of a wedding that defies the odds. Will they find peace amidst the frenzy?

  • Laughing All The Way & Lord, How Did I Get This Old So Soon?

    Put the world on hold and have a good-hearted laugh with humorist and inspirational writer, Karen O’Connor.

    Karen’s musing and reflections on life, marriage, friendship, courage, resilience, aging and more, will help you bask in life’s funny side and view challenges as opportunities for praise and prayer.  Her witty perspective on everyday life will help you make new choices, take new chances, and open new joy-filled chapters in life. Best of all, you’ll feel as if you have a good friend at your side making you laugh, and cheering you on to face the future, confident in God’s love and provision.

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  • Secrets From Grandma's Attic Book 7: Movers and Shakers-0

    In the heartwarming tale of loss and love, Tracy and Amy seek their missing grandmother’s salt-and-pepper shaker sets for a memorable Christmas. But when the shakers vanish, they unravel a hidden romance and suspect their estranged cousin, Leigh, while trying to mend broken bonds. Will uncovering the truth bring their cherished collection back together?

  • 20% off All Things New - Miracles of Marble Cove - Book 20

    To save the historic train station from demolition, the Women start a campaign to raise funds. During the campaign they receive a large donation from an unexpected source, but will the clue they uncover open the doors to finding the elusive former station master?

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  • 20% off Going to the Chapel Book Cover

    The church board cannot confidently decide who will be the new minister of Grace Chapel. Following the death of Daniel Howard, a new minster delivers a sermon every week. When a new man is selected to lead the pulpit, the residents of Acorn Hill are not particularly fond of him. Although the Howard sisters learn to appreciate him, will they be able to convince the townspeople that he is the right man for the job? Is the new minister truly as faithful as he seems?

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  • Laughter Is The Spice Of Life & Help, I Can'T Stop Laughing-0

    Brighten your day with wholesome humor and rib-tickling stories from everyday life. It’s God’s Rx for better health and happiness!

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  • Sweet Carolina Mysteries Book 8: Mercy's Healing-0

    Sweet Carolina Mysteries, formerly known as Miracles & Mysteries of Mercy Hospital. Same content, thrilling stories and enigmatic mysteries. 

    Join hospital volunteer turned sleuth, Anne Mabry, on a thrilling ride of mystery, pranks, and hidden secrets. Can she and her allies stop the chaos in time? A gripping tale of courage and camaraderie!

  • Merry Mysteries Book Cover

    This charming set is made up of three Christmas-themed mystery novels and is the perfect way for a mystery buff to get into the Christmas spirit. Each novel features different settings and characters, but the holiday spirit and themes of faith in each tie them together. They are entertaining reads, full of faith-filled characters and an intriguing mystery plot. The books are not only page-turning mysteries but also heartwarming tales of Christmas joy. Each of the main characters in this set is a smart, capable woman with a unique set of skills, both investigative and occupational. Their family and community are important to them—but so is discovering the truth and seeing that justice is served! All three stories are set in quaint small towns, exactly the kind of place you want to go for Christmas: charming decorations, community events the whole town gets involved in, perfect snow. These are entertaining, seasonal reads that will give readers a break from the busyness and stress of the holiday season while also inspiring them to fill their lives and the lives of their loved ones with the spirit of Christmas

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