Caroline Cobb to Release Her Debut Book on September 24

Caroline Cobb’s Advent for Exiles Set to Enrich Advent Season with New Devotional

B&H Publishing is set to release Advent for Exiles, the debut book by songwriter and storyteller Caroline Cobb, on September 24. This anticipated Advent devotional promises to invigorate Christmas hope through 25 carefully crafted devotions. Readers can preorder this Scripture-rich companion to prepare for the Advent season.

Advent for Exiles builds on the themes explored in Cobb’s 2020 album, A Seed, A Sunrise, which delved into the emotional landscape of Advent and the joy of Christ’s coming. Cobb’s new book aims to deepen the exploration of biblical exile and the poetic imagery found in Isaiah.

“After releasing my Christmas album, I began work on this ‘side project,’” Cobb explains. “But in the writing, I discovered the album had barely scratched the surface for me. I wanted to dive deeper into the poetic imagery of Isaiah, draw more connections between our current experience and the biblical theme of exile, and help readers imaginatively engage in the ache of Advent as a way of expanding their joy at Christ’s coming. Advent for Exiles is the fruit of more than two years of writing and wrestling this deep dive into words.”

The 25-day devotional features a blend of Scripture readings, song lyrics, poetic prose, and responsive exercises designed to help readers celebrate Christ’s first arrival while nurturing a deep longing for His return. Cobb’s goal is to provide a resource for those feeling the weight of exile and darkness, guiding them to fully rejoice in Jesus, the Light of the world.

Endorsements for Advent for Exiles highlight its impact and relevance:

• Ruth Chou Simons, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and founder of gracelaced.com, praises the book for weaving “a glorious tapestry of good news that will help you experience Advent in a meaningful new way.”
• Brett McCracken, senior editor at The Gospel Coalition, describes the devotional as “a beautifully coherent, biblically rich exilic theme throughout,” offering an engaging resource for families and individuals to enhance their Advent season.
• Hunter Beless, founder of Journeywomen Ministries and author of Read It, See It, Say It, Sing It!, notes that the book “compels readers to love the story of Scripture more” and encourages weary exiles to find hope in Christ, making it a perfect choice for the Advent season.

Advent for Exiles invites readers to experience Advent with renewed depth and insight, making it a significant addition to any holiday reading list.