Tonya May Avent, Author at Guideposts

A family is shaken by a daughter’s mental health issues and a mother’s feelings of shame and confusion.

A surprise phone call from a former high school classmate forged a friendship based on faith and forgiveness.

It was a simple question that led her to her true identity: Where does your family come from?

They had opposite personalities and were of different religions. Could they find a way to work together?

Over the years, this delicious beverage became the cornerstone of her family’s holiday celebration.

This southern tradition isn’t just a summer treat anymore—it’s a year-round delight.

She encouraged her daughters to become track stars, but was she imposing her own dreams on them?

Tonya May Avent