Wonderful Way to De-stress! 'Choose Joy - A Coloring Book of Gratitude and Wonder' - by Ink & Willow

 

About the book:

Relax and enjoy a creative approach to gratitude with this beautiful coloring book for adults filled with breathtaking illustrations and inspirational quotes from writers, hymns, and Scripture.

In today's hectic, stress-filled world, taking stock of our blessings and truly experiencing gratefulness isn't always easy, but this coloring book offers a beautiful and unique way to find moments of peace and quiet to meditate on gratitude. Each beautifully illustrated page features an original design from one of seven talented artists that illustrates a corresponding quote.

Features include:
- Large format 9.75 x 9.75 (25x25cm) pages
- 45 single-sided coloring pages
- High quality, bright white paper stock--heavy enough to use pencils, pens, or markers
- Quotes from the Bible, hymns, and variety of inspirational writers, such as Charles Stanley, Henry Ward Beecher, Maya Angelou, Louisa May Alcott, Martin Luther King Jr., Shauna Niequist, Bob Goff, G.K. Chesterton, Mr. Rogers, and more
- A link to the Gratefulness playlist to help set the mood for worship, contemplation, creative expression, and a spirit of gratitude
- Illustrations by Holly Camp, Jennifer Tucker, Ann-Margret Hovsepian, Katie Howe, Laura Marshall, Bridget Hurley, and Radha Carlson--all artists previously featured in the bestselling Whatever Is Lovely and Everything Beautiful

This coloring book will take you on a journey towards deeper gratitude. Whether you are embarking on this journey by yourself or in a group, pick up your favorite art supplies and color your way to a new understanding of what it means to be truly grateful.

My review:

This is such a wonderful coloring book!  There are great quotes and Bible verses set among flowers, animals and other beautiful drawings to color.  The back of the picture might continue the quote or verse and says who the person is, a little bit about them and where it was found.  If you want a coloring book that's uplifting and that might even help you stress less, this one's for you!

I received this coloring book free from Waterbrook Multnomah.  I was not compensated for this review.  All opinions are my own.

Interesting! 'The Plans We Made' - by Kathryn Cushman & Lauren Beccue

 

About the book:

When past secrets hold the only key to hope for the future…


Caroline Chapman is reeling from a broken engagement. Determined to start again, she moves cross-country for her dream job of planning events in the historical mansions of Newport, Rhode Island. Just as her life is getting back on track, she gets an email that shakes her very foundations.


Linda Riley’s life looks picture perfect - a wonderful husband, two great kids, involved in church and the community. Then comes the diagnosis that shatters the facade. In order to save her son’s life, she must reveal secrets that can rip everything apart.


Connected by more than painful circumstances, these two women discover a sacred bond. In this beautiful story of love, loss, and the fight for life, Caroline and Linda experience the reality that life doesn’t always go according to The Plans We Made.

 

My review:

I enjoyed this story about two women whose lives take a sharp turn from where they thought they were going.  I liked both women as they were both strong and had to deal with tough circumstances.  Linda had a strong faith and it seemed that Caroline also believed, it just wasn't as obvious.  It was mentioned that Chris attended church but he was struggling to forgive his uncle so that could explain why there wasn't as much of a mention about his faith, either.  I admired Chris' integrity and that he did the right thing, even when it was incredibly hard.  I also admired his attitude, as he took the high road and didn't hold a grudge again.  There were some sweet romantic moments.  I liked the message about being authentic and real, about forgiveness and how brokenness can be redeemed.  I would recommend this story if you like romance or stories about women's issues.

I received this book free from Read with Audra.  I was not compensated for this review.  All opinions are my own.

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Author's Giveaway with Purchase

MAKE YOUR PLANS IN PENCIL!  Now, go buy your copy of The Plans We Made online or at a local bookstore, then be sure to head to Lauren’s website to claim your bonus freebie!   THREE CUSTOM PENCILS: Make Your Plans in Pencil The Plans We Made Proverbs 19:21 Just contact Lauren with your name, address, and where you purchased the book, and she’ll send you a set. That's it! (US only and get 'em while they last.)