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Welcome to the newest edition of Guideposts’ bestselling devotional, Walking in Grace 2024. Formerly known as Daily Guideposts, this collection of inspiring stories, Scripture-based reflections, and heartfelt prayers has encouraged and blessed millions of readers for over 45 years. If you’re looking for comfort and guidance while navigating your faith journey, then grab a cup of tea and settle in with Walking in Grace 2024.

This year’s daily devotional theme is Called to Peace, from Colossians 3:15 (NIV), “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” This theme offers a powerful and comforting day-by-day reminder that we should all seek peace through our struggles and strive each day for Christlike love.

Each daily devotion includes:

• A Scripture verse to bless your day with the Word of God.
• A true, first-person story from beloved writers who share how God works through everyday events to both challenge and strengthen your faith.
• You’ll also be blessed by an original prayer that acknowledges God's majesty and His gracious presence in your life.
• For a deeper biblical connection in your quiet time, the popular "Digging Deeper" feature provides additional Scripture verses for further reflection.

Additional Features

• Get to know our beloved family of writers and see how their lives have changed over the past year in "Fellowship Corner."
• Easily find the exact inspiration you seek with the helpful Scripture Reference Index and the convenient index of authors, titles, and subjects.
• Capture your spiritual insights by journaling your thoughts in the monthly diary section—a helpful reminder of all the ways God has strengthened your walk in grace through the years.

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A brave fight for literacy during the Great DepressionFour women set out on horseback to bring the library to remote communities

Part of FDR’s New Deal was the Works Progress Administration, which funded the Pack Horse Library Initiative. Ride along with four book-loving women who bravely fight for literacy in remote communities during the Great Depression by carrying library books via horseback. Will their efforts be rewarded by finding love in the process?

Love’s Turning Page by Cynthia Hickey
1936, Ozark Mountains
Grace Billings jumped at the chance to be a traveling librarian, but she didn’t anticipate the long days of work, the intense poverty, or the handsome new schoolteacher whose love for the mountain people surpasses even her own.

In This Moment by Patty Smith Hall
1936, Pine Mountain, Georgia
Forced out of her nursing job due to budget cuts, Ruth Sims applies for a position with the Pack Horse Library incentive, only to discover she must go to the one place she swore never to return. The children instantly steal her heart with their thirst for books, and she’s happy in her post until she meets their teacher, Will Munroe—the man who broke her heart. 

Book Lady of the Bayou by Marilyn Turk
1936, Mississippi
Forced out of her comfort zone, Lily Bee Davis travels by mule or boat taking books to remote areas. When she meets little Evie and her reclusive father at dilapidated plantation house, she is drawn by their losses and longs to draw them out into life again. 

The Lawman and the Librarian by Kathleen Y’Barbo
1936, Kentucky
Lottie Trent connects with a backwoods bully’s wife by secretly carrying messages for her in exchange for books. FBI agent Clayton Turnbow is on the trail of a criminal gang and discovers the packhorse librarian maybe a key member. 

Brush the sand off your towel and settle in to read this 2021 collection of beach romances by Winged Publications! All the sights and sounds of the shore come alive in these five contemporary novellas where sweet affections battle against time and tide. Treat yourself to some great summer reading by downloading this 5-in-1 set. Let the tan lines begin!

SALT-STUNG ON CAPE HATTERAS

Marine researcher Jaima Delarie rescues handsome fisherman Perry Manning when he shipwrecks off cape pointe and then discovers there’s more to the beach than meets the eye.

BLACKROCK SHORES

The only thing keeping Aine Donoghue sane during lockdown is her dog, River. When the restrictions ease, River takes Aine on a run. Her crazy dog wreaks havoc and endangers Aine’s very life but forces her to meet the man of her dreams…

Will Roark and Aine make it through the pandemic and find love in the process?

ONLY FOR THE SUMMER

Most people think money is a perk, right? Not Ryanne Stewart. Her father taught her all she needed to know about money or the lack of it. Then along comes Max Redington, a Texas billionaire, and he’s nothing like what she expects. He’s kind, generous, and oh so handsome. But can she trust him with her life dream?

THE COTTAGE ON SEAGULL LANE

Mindi wonders if she can trust Tim, and refuses to endure another painful marriage again. Tim sees the potential for a lasting relationship with the shy woman who’s captured his heart—if only he can convince her to trust him. When their mutual attraction is tested, will this couple who are polar opposites be able to nurture their relationship and keep it blooming in the cottage on Seagull Lane?

THE OLD BEACH HOUSE

Seeking comfort at the old family beach house, Courtney discovers it needs repairs and renovation, just as she does. Can her old childhood friend Jared help her with that process?

Five historical holiday romances to warm your heart this season. Includes “Kaetlyn’s Cup of Christmas Cheer.”

Four Women Fight for the Right to Life and Love

Love Charm by Cynthia Hickey
Ozark Mountains, 1868
Bound by a common bond of wanting to help the Missouri hill people they’ve grown to love, Phoebe Hudson, socialite-turned-midwife, and Luke Morris, the schoolteacher, find themselves mediators in a family feud.

Love’s Rebirth by Darlene Franklin
Denver, 1871
Dr. Vaughan Strahan, a war veteran, wants to work with expectant mothers so others don’t die like his wife and child, but there is already a midwife working in the old mining district whose approval he is determined to win.

If Not For Grace by Patty Smith Hall
New York City, 1889
After her friend’s death in childbirth, Grace Sullivan converts her family home into a haven for immigrant families preparing for the birth of a child. But when the city threatens to close her down, her only hope is to ask for help from an unlikely source—her former fiancé, Patrick O’Leary.

Between Two Worlds by Marilyn Turk
New Orleans, 1890
Camille Duval confronts Madam Lafleur, the local voodoo queen, when she attends one of her first births since moving to New Orleans. How can Camille convince the young mother to trust her instead of voodoo for the health of her baby? Can Camille enlist the support of the young family physician, Julian Charbonnet who doesn’t seem interested in “women’s affairs”?

Who says love and romance is only for the young?

These romances featuring over thirty couples are just as sweet as the twenty-somethings.

4 Women Bring Southern Charm to a Cowboy Town
Crinoline Creek, Texas, 1868

A Cowboy of Her Own by Patty Smith Hall
Bookish southern belle Madalyn Turner knows what she wants—to be a cowboy and own a Texas ranch. But books are far different from real life and soon she realizes she needs help.

Josephine’s Dream by Cynthia Hickey
An inexperience Southern belle and a ranching widower must overcome their two very different lifestyles and find a way to work together. Neither of them expected to fall in love. When danger strikes, will they find out that love is worth the price?

Love’s Cookin’ at the Cowboy Café by Marilyn Turk
A refined but feisty southern belle inherits a saloon she plans to convert into a genteel café. Even though her lack of cooking skills threatens disaster, she rejects the town banker’s advice. What will happen when the two lock horns and an unlikely romance simmers on the back burner?

Bea Mine by Kathleen Y’Barbo
Preferring his horse and hound dog to human company, the sheriff’s soldier brother is not happy when he’s left in charge of the jail and the talkative woman awaiting trial. Has the Lord moved to change his mind about the course of his life, or will the little lady win his heart and her freedom?

The Christmas Gift – Marilyn Turk

1910

Amateur photographer Lettie Morgan accompanies her aunt to Springlake, Florida for the annual Springlake Assembly. Jonathon Townsend, wealthy heir to the family fortune and first-time chairman of the event, wants the event to run smoothly. But when the train bringing guests to the Assembly is robbed, Jonathon, who is part-owner of the railroad, must find the robber and appease the attendees. Can the young photographer who’s captured his attention provide clues to the robbery? As Christmas approaches and the Assembly comes to a close, will Jonathon find a way to entice Lettie to stay?

The Christmas Surprise – Lenora Worth

When Lynsey Milton comes to Springlake, Florida, to revitalize the town’s historic main street, Jon Townsend, the heir apparent, resists helping her. He’d rather return to the quiet life of a country lawyer. Lynsey needs to seal this deal since a promotion is in her future. But Jon wants to stay in his Victorian mansion, keeping his grief to himself. He won’t fall for a woman who’ll soon leave.When they make a discovery in the gazebo by the lake, Lynsey gets Jon into the Christmas spirit. Can an old gazebo and a beautiful vintage ball gown bring them together?

Lighthouses have long been the symbol of salvation, warning sailors away from dangerous rocks and shallow waters.

Along the Great Lakes, America’s inland seas, lighthouses played a vital role in the growth of our nation. They shepherded settlers traveling by water to places that had no roads. These beacons of light required constant tending even in remote and often dangerous places. Brave men and women battled the elements and loneliness to keep the lights shining. Their sacrifice kept goods and immigrants moving. Seven romances set between 1883 and 1911 bring hope to these lonely keepers and love to weary hearts.

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In the spirit of cozy Christmas traditions, Guideposts Books’ A Cup of Christmas Cheer, is a two-book set of original fiction brimming with inspiring stories of faith and family set in Christmases past and present by various authors. Marilyn’s story is “A Stranger’s Visit to the Lighthouse.” Book One has Tales of Faith and Family and Book Two has Tales of Joy and Wonder. Each book includes eight stories that will encourage, inspire and uplift you with the Christmas spirit.

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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Wives will inspire, uplift, and counsel any woman of faith who needs a boost or reminder of God’s ever-present love as she goes through the ups and downs of daily life and marriage.”Learning to Slow Down” – a wife’s lesson in patience and “Second Best” – sometimes being the second wife after the death of the first presents unfair comparison.

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“Bite by Bite” – Overwhelmed by too many duties demanding your attention? Here’s a way to tackle the problem and relieve the stress.

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“My Walking Buddy” – An unexpected walking companion supplies the impetus to a consistent walking routine.

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“Being Thankful” – How do you cope when faced with unemployment after 25 years and no prospect for a new one on the horizon? Thanking God seems unnatural and irrational, so why should you?