Be a Blessing: A Journal for Cultivating Kindness, Joy, and Inspiration

by Debbie Macomber

Featuring thoughtful exercises and words of wisdom from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, this beautifully designed journal makes a treasured keepsake or a perfect gift.
 
Debbie Macomber has inspired readers for years with stories of love and resilience, creating characters who overcome all obstacles to become their best selves. Now Debbie shares the gifts and opportunities she has experienced as a lifelong journaler, guiding you through the process of cultivating your own creativity and well-being through journaling.
 
Inside, you will find the perfect tools to jump-start your journey to a more mindful
 
• intuitive prompts to spark self-reflection
• insightful quotes and beautiful illustrations to inspire your creative side 
• step-by-step guidance and encouragement from Debbie herself!

192 pages, Diary

Published April 2, 2019

About the author

Debbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.

In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.

Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.

She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Be a Blessing" is a journal with prompts based on the image of a garden (your life) growing the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Christians will find that list of fruit familiar, but this is not an overtly Christian-based journal (though some verses are quoted along with quotes from outside of the Bible). There are writing prompts to journal about your life, line drawings that you can color in, inspirational quotes, and thoughtful insights and encouragement from the author. There isn't much room to write--just a few sentences or a short list for each prompt. This isn't a journal for what you did that day but for guided reflection upon your life. If that's what you're looking for in a journal, then this one looked enjoyable to do.

I received a review copy of this book from the publisher.

[Julie Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

I planned on working on this book through Lent, however I worked on it during the hospital journey my husband has had for his open heart surgery and the complications. This book/journal helped keep my mind positive and busy when there was so much worry. It kept me calm. I finished the journal way before Easter but the lessons will help me to continue to grow my garden.

[Lluvia Tejada · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a blessing in my life!!! Change my life and the life of my entire family.

[Amelia in PDX · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book as a gift, but now plan to get a copy for myself & another copy or two for extra gifts.