"Chi trova un amico trova un tesoro.
'Whoever finds a friend finds a treasure.'
Italian saying
Grace and Claire have formed a close friendship over their love of reading. After many years and many books that provided armchair adventures, the time has come for them to go somewhere instead of only dreaming of someday.
Traveling to Venice, Florence, and Bellagio, the Suitcase Sisters find themselves immersed in the magnificent works of art, scrumptious gelato flavors, and endless pasta variations of Italy. And they discover a vulnerability to disclose their struggles in ways they never did at home. As Grace experiences a newfound freedom and confidence in who she is, Claire wrestles with painful memories of her teen years.
A special dinner party brings unexpected revelations about faith and God's nearness. Then a life-changing moment on the shores of Lake Lugano causes Grace and Claire to discover they are not just tourists but pilgrims on a path to becoming all God created them to be.
'Robin Jones Gunn returns with another beautifully crafted story of Christian faith and nurturing friendship. … readers will be swept into this tender story exploring the gift of hospitality, the truths revealed by travel, and the peace found in forgiveness.'—Booklist"
"Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn invites women to the shore to refresh their souls as they savor this collection of ocean-inspired stories and reflections.
Does your idea of a perfect day include a lazy afternoon under a beach umbrella or a serene oceanside stroll? If the coast seems a million miles away from where you are today, let these engaging stories bring the ocean and all its gifts to you. Author Robin Jones Gunn wants to help you relax, recenter, and be reminded of the places that draw your heart closer to God.
Robin shares poignant, humorous, and heartwarming stories inspired by the beach, along with poems, quotes, and Scripture verses to help take your mind off whatever is burdening you and bring your focus back to God.
This is your invitation to soul restoration. There's a place waiting for you by the sea."
"Christy Miller is now an independent college student living in Switzerland, where she's been attending an international university. After being on her own for nearly a year, Christy is surprised and delighted when her two closest friends, Todd and Katie, come to Switzerland to spend the summer break traveling around Europe.
The three of them have very different expectations for the trip that threaten to make the time together much less pleasant than it could be. The tension increases when time runs short, and Christy is overwhelmed with the realization that she will soon have to say goodbye to Todd all over again. Do they have the kind of love that will last until tomorrow?
'Until Tomorrow' is the first of three novels in the Christy & Todd: College Years. These novels follow the 12 books in the Christy Miller Series. The characters continue in Christy & Todd: The Married Years and Christy & Todd: The Baby Years. Visit Robin's website at www.robingunn.com"
"“If you want to travel fast, go alone. If you want to travel far, go together.”—AFRICAN PROVERB
Ever since Fern Espinoza and Lily Graden met as teenagers volunteering at a conference center in Costa Rica twenty years ago, they have shared a close friendship, even though they live in different states. They can hardly believe it when their teen dream of traveling to Africa together becomes a reality. It’s the trip of a lifetime—but life sure isn’t what they thought it would be back when they were young.
Along with their suitcases, both women bring emotional baggage that weighs heavily on them. The two best friends slowly open up to each other about the challenges waiting for them back home. Soon they discover that the people they meet and the places they experience have the power to change their hearts—but only if they listen to the gentle lessons God is teaching them in this land of emerald tea fields, graceful giraffes, and rambunctious elephants.
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on a safari of the heart in this vulnerable exploration of how to move forward in faith even when the future is uncertain.
“Only a well-seasoned traveler like Robin could pen such a lovely tale of two kindred spirits exploring a beautiful slice of Africa. My only complaint: now I want to go to Kenya too!”—Melody Carlson, recipient of a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award, author of Just for the Summer and A Royal Christmas"
"Your little girl is growing quickly. You want to prepare her for the changes that are already happening to her body. But how?
In Before Your Tween Daughter Becomes a Woman, bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn provides heart-level mentoring that will help you and your young daughter grow closer rather than drifting apart as she reaches adolescence. This is your chance—not for having 'the talk'—but for beginning a conversation that will continue as your daughter grows into the beautiful young woman God created her to be.
Talking about periods and other natural changes doesn't have to be awkward. Even if your own experience was less than ideal, there's no need to be nervous. Instead, you can make it a fun, memorable occasion that helps to strengthen the bond between you and your daughter. In each chapter, you'll find ideas to boost your confidence as you create a pathway into this next season for your young girl.
This book includes
● ideas for how to broach the subject with your daughter,
● pitfalls to avoid, and
● encouraging stories from other moms."
"From the author of the best-selling Christy Miller and SisterChicks series comes a new book of community, friendship, and tackling the hard things of life with God and loved ones around a table.
Five young moms, including beloved Gunn character Christy Miller, gather to share meals and soon become unlikely best friends. The regular gatherings provide opportunities for the women to reveal their stories, and those life stories endear them to each other. They experience their lives naturally meshing as they raise their children together in community. In Becoming Us the group find ways to challenge, encourage, and help each other become the nurturing mothers they wished they'd had when they were growing up. They unite to be remembered for what they do as moms and not for what was done to them."
"Christy Miller Series Book #11
Christy's senior year is going great! Especially the time she spends with Todd. It's painful, though, to see how her best friend Katie, is struggling in her relationship with Michael. A weekend at Uncle Bob and Aunt Marti's in Newport Beach is supposed to help cheer Katie up. Doug even comes along for a day at Disneyland with Christy, Todd and Katie. His Doug-hugs help, but only a little. Christy appreciates Doug's kindness more than ever but how is the future going to shape up for all of them after she and Katie graduate? Christy discovers the answers when she is willing to listen, not only to her friends but also to her heart where she can hear God gently prompting her to 'let go'. What does that mean? How can letting go of all she's been praying for lead her to a place of sweet dreams in the future that has now suddenly opened before her?"
"Christy Miller Series Book # 12
Christy is going to Europe! It's a three-week outreach trip with Doug, Katie, and Tracy. First stop is London for some sightseeing, and then on to a castle in the English countryside for group training. Christy is so excited to be headed for Belfast with her friends. Their roommate, Sierra Jensen adds lots of energy to their late night conversations along with Katie. Why is it that Tracy seems to be avoiding the merriment? Or is it Christy that she's avoiding? The tension grows and Christy must evaluate her closest relationships. In her heart she knows she's been untrue to herself and also to one of the greatest guys she's ever known. Difficult conversations follow and it seems everything has been made right. That is, until all the plans go topsy-turvy at the last minute and Christy must face her fears. Will she be able to take on the challenge even when she can't foresee the end result? If she can go the distance and trust God more than ever before, Christy will discover that a promise really can last forever."
"Christy Miller Book #10
What could be better than spending Labor Day weekend on a houseboat at Lake Shasta with her closest friends? Christy is so happy! This is the way she always hoped things would turn out with Todd. So, why is it that everything else in her life has become more stressful and complicated now that she and Todd are closer than ever? Is it because Katie has fallen into a serious relationship, as well? These two best friends are at odds just when they should be having the most fun together. Christy soon realizes that sometimes you have to stand back and let people make their own decisions, even when you don't agree with them. You can't change everything and everybody. But you can change your choice of paint color on a vintage bookshelf. Especially after finding inspiration from the sunset after a walk on the beach with Todd. If it's true that there is time for every season under heaven, then Christy believes this is definitely a time to cherish."
"Christy Miller Series Book #8
It's Christmastime, and Christy has lots going on with school, family, work, and maybe, just maybe, going to the Rose Bowl Parade with a bunch of friends. If only she could answer Uncle Bob's tough questions about life. What does her future hold? Todd's friend, Doug gives her some insight that causes her to start appreciating Doug in a whole new way. Since Todd is still off at college in Hawaii, Rick takes the opportunity to show up at the most unexpected moments. But is he there to see Christy or the cutest elf at the mall? The new year finds Christy sitting on the roof of a familiar VW bus counting the stars. The question is, which guy is sitting beside her when that heavenly moment finally happens?"
"Christy Miller Series Book #9
Summer means the beach time to Christy. But her best friend, Katie has a different idea -- let's be camp counselors! Christy warms to the plan until Katie announces at the last minute that she has to back out. Christy takes on the challenge and soon finds she is bewildered and overwhelmed by her fifth-grade girls, who have boundless energy for anything except what Christy wants them to do. Do they even hear a word she says? Soon they're playing matchmaker between Christy and Jaeson, a handsome counselor and he doesn't seem to mind. Will a canoe ride in the summer moonlight change the feelings Christy has carried for Todd the last two years? Christy's birthday turns into the post-camp, summer beach party she's been dreaming of. Or does it? When Christy blows out the seventeen candles what will she be wishing?"
"Christy Miller Series Book #7
What is a true friend? Christy Miller knows she has two of them: Todd and Katie. But Todd took off for Hawaii where he's attending college and surfing every chance he gets. Katie turns up the encouragement and convinces Christy to join the ski club with her even though Christy is pretty sure skiing is not a sport where she's going to shine. But Besties support each other, right? So why is Katie the one laughing the loudest and longest as they bumble their way around the bunny slopes at Lake Tahoe? Things get complicated when Christy finds herself caught between new friends who invite her into their circle and her loyalty to Katie who is now on the outside. Will Christy find a way to be a true friend when it counts most? And will she ever see Todd again?"
