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Cadence A. Stokes is a young upcoming Christian writer from West Plains, Missouri. At 17 years old, she published her first book, Sunset Prayers, inspired by her love for Scripture, faith, and sharing the Gospel with a personal, friendly tone.

Cadence graduated in the Class of 2026 from Ozarks Christian Academy, and plans to attend College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Missouri, where she will pursue a bachelor’s degree in Speech Communications.

Cadence also has a poem, “The Savior’s Hand,” published in a poetry anthology in the Figments series by Eber & Wein Publishing.

Her senior thesis, The Borrower’s Burden: Contentment and the Consumer Debt Crisis, made the top six in the National ACCS Chrysostom Oratory Competition.

Outside of writing, Cadence enjoys music, cooking, going for walks with her best friend, and leading a young women's Bible study in her hometown. Sunset Prayers was born out of her passion for studying the Scriptures and encouraging others in their faith.

Meet the Author

Cadence A. Stokes

Sunset Prayers: 50 Days of Prayer, Poetry, and Positivity is a heartfelt devotional written by Cadence A. Stokes, a young woman learning to see God’s beauty in every part of life.

Through fifty honest, hope-filled entries, Cadence invites readers to pause, breathe, and remember that the same Savior who paints the sky is holding their tomorrows.

Each day’s reflection blends personal devotionals, prayers, and original poetry, offering encouragement for anyone walking through friendship, heartbreak, or self-discovery.

With warmth and authenticity, Cadence reminds readers that joy can be found in the little things, peace can be found in surrender, and God’s love is constant—even when life feels uncertain.

Whether you read one entry at a time or flip to the page your heart needs most, Sunset Prayers feels like sitting down with an old friend at the end of a long day—watching the sunset and remembering that God is still good, and you are never alone.