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Holiday Stories to Lift Your SpiritThe Joys of Christmas 2025 is a heartwarming, full-size, full-color holiday edition from the beloved editors of Guideposts. This 84-page keepsake is packed with inspiration, joy, and timeless Christmas spirit--designed to uplift readers of all ages.Inside you'll find uplifting Christmas stories that celebrate faith, hope, and the beauty of the season, with special sections on: The Joy of Christmas Wishes The Joy of God's Grace The Joy of Nostalgia The Joy of CranberriesAlso included are reader favorite features: A 2025 Guideposts Advent Calendar, a meaningful way to count down the days to Christmas Favorite Holiday Recipes for gatherings with family and friends A Faith-filled Devotion from Walking in Grace, perfect for reflection and peace Whether you're reading it by the fireplace or sharing it over cocoa with loved ones, The Joys of Christmas is a meaningful way to slow down and celebrate what matters most. A Thoughtful Gift, Made SimpleLooking for a holiday gift that's heartfelt, easy, and meaningful? This special edition is designed for sharing.The inside front cover includes a charming, ready-to-fill gift tag--just write your name and your recipient's, and it's ready to wrap, mail, or tuck into a stocking. No extra wrapping needed Perfect for: Parents and grandparents Friends and neighbors Church members or small groups Teachers, caregivers, or anyone who needs a little extra joy this season

An Inspiring Amish Romance from Bestselling Author Amy ClipstonA return home. A buried family secret. A love worth fighting for.When Renee Mast inherits her grandmother's farm in Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, she is torn about what to do. Years ago, her father cut all ties with his mother and their Amish roots. But with both her daed and mammi gone, Renee is determined to uncover the truth about why. She feels Gott urging her to return, but she never expected to face so many unanswered questions--or the growing danger that threatens to drive her away. It seems someone in town wants to keep the past buried.Jerome Graber has spent years carrying the guilt of a buggy accident that ended in tragedy. He buries his pain in work by running Martha Mast's farm to atone for his mistakes. The daily routine of caring for crops and animals makes him feel safe--until Renee arrives, putting everything at risk. If she sells the farm, he loses not only his livelihood but also the surprising connection that's growing between them.When the threats against Renee escalate, she and Jerome must rely on their faith--and their hearts--to find the courage to embrace the future Gott has intended for them all along.Why Readers Will Love This Book: Rich Amish Culture--This book immerses readers in the daily life and spiritual traditions of a Pennsylvania Amish community. Deeply Authentic--Amy Clipston, with her close Amish connections and meticulous research, brings realistic and heartfelt storytelling to life. Wholesome & Inspiring--A clean, uplifting romance filled with faith, love, and second chances. Discussion Guide Questions--make this a perfect read for rich book club conversations. For Fans Of: Clean & Wholesome Romance Amish & Mennonite Fiction Christian Romance Inspirational Suspense Wanda Brunstetter, Beverly Lewis, and Vannetta Chapman If you enjoy strong characters with emotional depth, and heartwarming, faith-filled stories true to Amish life and culture, A Heart Set Free is a must-read.Order your copy today

Run for the Roses is the sixth book in the Mysteries of Blackberry Valley fiction series. An unexpected discovery at an estate sale sends Hannah Prentiss and her best friend, Lacy Minyard, on a search for a champion horse and her jockey who disappeared on the eve of the greatest race of the filly's life. Trophies, a picture album, and other racing memorabilia bring back memories of Hannah's childhood love of horses, and she resolves to find out more. Hannah already has her hands full running the Hot Spot, but soon she and Lacy become consumed with curiosity about the fate of the missing horse, Angel, and her rider, Mickey. As Hannah and Lacy dig into the past, they find themselves exploring the legendary racetracks and horse farms at the heart of the Kentucky Bluegrass region. But the longer the list of suspects grows, the more Hannah fears the answer lies closer to home. Can the two best friends locate a missing person who may not want to be found? About the Mysteries of Blackberry Valley Series Welcome to the Hot Spot...where the food is fresh and the mysteries are delicious After years away, Hannah Prentiss finally returns home to the charming village of Blackberry Valley. She transforms a former firehouse into the Hot Spot--a warm and welcoming place for townsfolk and travelers alike to enjoy meals made with fresh ingredients from local Kentucky farms. But running a new restaurant, reconnecting with loved ones, and forging new friendships around every corner aren't the only things Hannah is doing these days. When mysteries start cropping up, she finds that solving them is just as satisfying as fulfilling her culinary dreams What you'll love about Blackberry Valley Mysteries: The cozy charm and heartfelt connections of small-town life Faithful characters and the warmth of a close-knit community Clean, wholesome stories Intriguing mysteries that give you hours of reading pleasure With warmth, humor, and a menu full of intrigue, Blackberry Valley Mysteries are the perfect way to let go of the stress and worries of the day and curl up in your favorite chair for hours of page-turning delight.

A Cup of Christmas Cheer: Heartwarming Holiday Tales Warm your heart and feed your soul with tencharming Christmas tales selected just for you by the editors of Guideposts. These delightful stories of Christmases past and present include reunions, surprises, and mysteries--and beloved characters from favorite Guideposts series like Whistle Stop Caf Mysteries and Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm. What better way to be inspired and uplifted during this blessed season? Cozy as a cup of cocoa by a crackling fireplace, A Cup of Christmas Cheer: Heartwarming Holiday Tales is destined to become a Christmas classic, shared and savored with your loved ones for years to come.

Cheryl Cooper and Levi Miller have painstakingly planned a special "Live Like the Amish" weekend for a group of senior citizens. The Miller family farm will serve as the perfect backdrop for the event, and they plan to give their guests an inside look at all things Amish--from buggies to fry pies and everything in between. It promises to be a relaxing time for all... until a pop star in disguise shows up and one of the grannies turns out to be a fugitive. And when the entire busload of people disappears before it reaches its destination, Cheryl realizes there's more to being a tour operator than she bargained for. She and her friends scramble to locate the missing bus but are met with roadblocks at every turn. Can they figure out who is behind the vanishing vehicle before it's too late? Or has it gone so far off the beaten path that it will never be found? Off the Beaten Path is book six in the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries fiction series.

Christmastime has come to Sugarcreek, but the sleepy Ohio town is anything but calm. Cheryl Cooper expected a quiet holiday season, filled with new friends and new traditions. Instead, Lance Martin, her ex-fianc shows up and proposes again Then, one of her aunt's heirlooms turns up missing, followed by the disappearance of the engagement ring Lance intended for her. When the Millers' estranged daughter Sarah leaves her English husband and returns home, Cheryl finds herself wondering what more could happen to spoil her Christmas cheer? A lot, evidently. The town is turned upside down as it discovers there is a thief in their midst. But when fingers are pointed at Levi Miller, Cheryl does not want to believe her friend might be guilty. Can she find the real criminal in time to bring back the joy of her first Christmas in Sugarcreek? O Little Town of Sugarcreek is book five in the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries fiction series.

As the frenzy of the Christmas shopping season descends on the Swiss Miss, Lydia Troyer, an Amish girl on Rumspringa who helps Cheryl in the shop, receives a cryptic text message from an unknown phone number: I know what happened to Mark Troyer. Lydia is shaken and explains that Mark is her cousin, a teenage boy who vanished three years ago. Some people said the talented young craftsman simply ran off, having been quite taken with the English lifestyle. But Lydia is convinced Mark would never have left home without telling her good-bye. She and other family members worry that something bad happened to him. Now it seems like someone knows the secret behind his disappearance. Cheryl, with the help of Naomi Miller and her other Amish friends, is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery in time to brighten the Troyer family's Christmas. A Season of Secrets is book nine in the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries fiction series.