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About Amy Parker
Amy Parker has written more than sixty books for children, teens, and adults, including the best-selling A Night Night Prayer, Thank You, God, for Mommy, and Thank You, God, for Daddy. She has collaborated with authors ranging from New York Times bestsellers to her very own son. Two of these collaborations—Firebird and Courageous Teens—are recipients of Christian Retailing’s Best Awards. But Amy’s greatest reward is being a wife to Daniel and a mom to their amazing sons, Michael and Ethan.
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Blog postChristian Publishers OutletI received an email from a perfect stranger this weekend. It's a plea for help for our very own local bookstore, Christian Publishers Outlet. And in an odd way, it was really no surprise because building community, connecting perfect strangers, is just what the folks at CPO do.
I'll get right to the point: this quarantine has been quite difficult on the store, after having to unexpectedly close their doors (due to our governor's orders) and keep them close2 years ago Read more -
Blog postSold? Click here. :)How do you share the gigantic message of Easter with your preschooler, your toddler, your baby?
Well first, I think, you engage them. You give them gorgeous colors and adorable animals and sparkly covers (not pictured, but this cover is definitely covered in eye-catching sparkles :).
Next you show them God's gorgeous creation: rainbows and bunnies and frogs and sunrises.
Then you show that creation bursting forth with the mir2 years ago Read more -
Blog postGet a copy of God Is Love here.
Ah, February. This is the month when the world turns red, rose petals flutter from the sky, and I get another excuse to eat Ferrero Rocher in bulk.
But Americans didn't invent this celebration of love, even as much as we commercialize it. The Romans didn't invent it, even with their good buddy Saint Valentine. Nope, the very first expression of love goes all the way back to when God swirled the galaxies together and set the stars in2 years ago Read more -
Blog postChoice Books locations in Nashville aloneA lot of people ask, "Where do I find your books?" And ten years ago, the best answer would have been: in a Christian bookstore. But with the closing of most of our major Christian bookstore chains, where does one find Christian books these days?
The good news is: these books haven't disappeared--not by any stretch. But where you'll find them has. Most of us still like to hold books in our hands when deliberating a p2 years ago Read more -
Blog postI get this question A LOT. And I try to answer everyone who asks it.
Why? Because we neeeeeed quality children's books out there. We need your voice--all of your voices! We are all better readers and better people because of them.
So in this (somewhat selfish) attempt to answer you all at once, I'm going to tell you what I would do if I were you and had a children's book idea. This is not the only answer. In fact, ten different people will pro3 years ago Read more -
Blog postWelcome to the Christian Children’s Book Scavenger Hunt!
If you are just joining us, please begin >>> HERE <<< to collect the clues in order, so you’ll be in the running to win one of three sets of books and a children’s Kindle Fire! The hunt runs from 9/13 at noon Mountain time until 9/15 at midnight Mountain. This contest is open to international entrants.
In this set of books, you'll find Night Night Devotions: 90 Devotio3 years ago Read more -
Blog postAdd YOUR child's name and photo to The Plans I Have for YOU!I didn't think I could love this book any more, but now, they've gone and done it.
NOW, you can have your very own personalized The Plans I Have for YOU! with your very own name and photo throughout!
Or maybe your child's name, if you must. ;)
Or maybe BOTH!
And right now, FaithGateway has a $5 off coupon when you order one (code: 5OFFKIDS). Of course, they're offering5 years ago Read more -
Blog postI spent a good hour in the greeting card aisle yesterday. I'm fairly certain I read every. single. Mother's Day card there.
Some were funny. ("For all the times you could have smacked me, but didn't...)
Some were flat. ("You're a good mother." Seriously. Save the six bucks.)
Some were over-the-top. And most were covered in glitter and/or were in tribute to "the Queen." (What.)
Exactly three of them exp5 years ago Read more -
Blog postIt's release day, friends! And some of you have been waiting for these two for a long, long time.
When Thank You, God, for Mommy and Thank You, God, for Daddy released in 2011, I expected sales around Mother's Day and Father's Day, with little attention in between. But you have been screaming, "WE LOVE THESE BOOKS," with your purchases all year long--year, after year, after year.
You've also been screaming (at book signings, at conferences, at family5 years ago Read more -
Blog postThe Plans I Have for You Holy Bible released last month, and I've been tickled with the response it's received . . .
Including this review from Meredith:
Super bible for kids! March 1, 2017I just gave this to my daughter (after being sent a copy for review) and she is thrilled to have a "big kid" bible [that] has pictures of kids and looks fun. I'm a huge fan of Zondervan for hitting this mark so well--still taking faith seriously while making t5 years ago Read more -
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The following post is a guest blog from Amy's intern--ME! I am thrilled to be spending time with her this semester, and grateful she is giving me a chance to occupy her blog for awhile. For those who are consistent readers, friends, and family, you KNOW she is a delight! I hope you harvest some truth from my stream of thoughts.In Him,Lauren Holley
No, God, I can’t…I won’t.
In the depth of a prayer, have you ever uttered these defiant words? Hav5 years ago Read more -
Blog postYou know how authors like, oh, Max Lucado and Sarah Young and Dr. John MacArthur have their own Bibles? Like Bibles with their names on them? Yeah. So when Zondervan emailed me about a Bible based on my Plans I Have for You series, naturally, I said, "Sure. Whatever."
HA. NO. NO, I DID NOT. I believe my exact words to my agent were, "What in the world? WHAT in the world? WHAT IN THE WORLD?!?!?" And yet, here it is, for the whole world to see: The Plans5 years ago Read more -
Blog postI promise I didn't pay this lady. (Although someone did send her a free book . . . but still. ;)
It absolutely tickles me and gives me added purpose in life (no, seriously.) when I read reviews like this. Someone--and not just anyone--some precious, growing, searching girl is reading this devotional and learning from it and loving it. If that isn't my ultimate goal as an author, I don't know what is.
Okay, enough blubbering. Read it for yourself (Amazon).
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Blog postIf you're looking for that special gift to last a lifetime, the Faith, Hope, Love Devotional may just be it.
Of course, I didn't realize that until after the book was published. I had given the book to a friend, and she later told me that she was doing the devotionals with her grandkids. She would read the devotionals, fill in the blanks with them, and date each entry, labeled with the child's name. That's when I realized that this wasn't just a devotional; this is a keeps6 years ago Read more -
Blog postIf you happened to miss it, I'm up on the Jesus Calling blog and podcast this week! (Pinch me!) We talk about my journey from childhood to children's author, as well as the importance of the Bible and the written word. Give it a listen!
And what better way to celebrate than by giving away a book?! But this isn't just any book: this is the Jesus Calling Devotional Bible. You get the full text of the NKJV with the Jesus Calling Devotional inserts throughout.
I've written6 years ago Read more -
Blog postNow available!
In August, we released the sweetest little trio of board books you ever did see: How Far Is Faith?, How High Is Hope?, and How Big Is Love?.
And today, we release the grand finale (drumroll, please): the Faith, Hope, Love Devotional.
This chunky little padded hardcover (6x7 inches, 224 pages) contains 100 devotions for parents (and grandparents and aunts and uncles and babysitters and teachers) and children to share together. T6 years ago Read more -
Blog postThis recent review of Thank You, God, for Mommy made me laugh.
"Got this for my niece.....am now favorite Uncle!"
Whatever works, man. Whatever works. :)
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Blog post(via Facebook post by Gabriel Saint)I have watched helplessly as the photos rolled through my Facebook feed of the Louisiana flood. My "Aunt" Janice (really my mom's first cousin), Uncle Bill, and cousins are all right in the middle of it.
All of their houses, thankfully, were spared, but I know this is only because God needs them to get to work. My Aunt Janice manages missions (trips to Honduras every year with BMDMI),Uncle Bill is a pastor, Ashley is a fierce organ6 years ago Read more -
Blog postIn case you didn't know, an entire series of mine launched this month: How Far Is Faith?, How High Is Hope?, and How Big Is Love?. AND the Faith, Hope, Love Devotional will release in November!
Soo, not only have I just sent TRIPLETS out into this big world, these triplets are also a little different from my usual babies. Instead of rhyming stanzas, they're a series of sweet, simple questions between a parent and child, attempting to tackle some of the most abstract conc6 years ago Read more -
Blog postIn my line of work, my most important, helpful, and honest critics are children. Soo, needless to say, I was tickled to come across this review--my hands-down favorite review of Night Night, Farm thus far!
Here's a snippet (from Amazon):
As a summer day camp director I had the opportunity to read the book to thirteen children (K5-2nd Grade). And this is how I know that the children appreciate animal sounds! I explained to them the five star rating. All thirteen6 years ago Read more -
Blog postBrace yourselves for the preciousness that is the Faith, Hope, Love series--available TODAY!
It all started with one little line, "How big is love?" and just grew from there.
Yes, we pull you in with the adorable illustrations. ;) (Seriously, go check out Breezy Brookshire now.) But we want your kids to walk away with the everlasting message behind the adorableness.
In 1 Corinthians 13, after Paul describes the attributes of love, he lea6 years ago Read more -
Blog postThis adorableness released July 12, 2016!
Night Night, Farm is now available!Get it here!
My childhood was nourished by the trees and creeks of Watertown, Tennessee (pop. 1200). Growing up with two brothers, I had a hard time finding Barbie playmates (unless you count the time that G.I. Joe’s tank crushed her pink corvette). So I conceded to spending my days with the boys, climbing the peach trees out back, convincing my little brother to chew the gummy sap, and impatiently wait6 years ago Read more -
Blog postWe lost my nephew this past week. We are shocked and saddened, but most of all, we are reminded of how precious this life is.
I tried to write a Facebook post with the news. I debated posting it at all. A Facebook post seemed so trivial. But wise Hubby said, "It will get them prayers," and the debate was over. I searched for the word. Sweet? Not enough. Beautiful? Yes, but not it. Precious. Yes. In every way. Johnathon was precious.
In making t6 years ago Read more -
Blog postOriginally posted in May 2009, this post is all too true for me again today--and probably true for you too. My little redhead is now graduating to middle school, and the older son just graduated from college. I don't even want to think about seven years from now. . . . Nope. I think I'll just enjoy today.
Last night, Ethan and I were on the front porch when a little ball of fluff fell into the soft net of ivy below our shrub. Our baby cardinal had just launched from its nest.6 years ago Read more -
Blog postBecause I love a little challenge . . . and I LOVE giving away books (ask Hubby ;) . . . and I love, love, LOVE the entire concept of the Little Free Library (<--Seriously. Check it out NOW.), I'm going to use all of the above to celebrate my latest two releases!
So here's the deal: I'm placing autographed copies of Night Night, Mommy and Night Night, Daddy in secret locations around the country. Watch my Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or blog for clues, and y6 years ago Read more
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If we could give our tweens one tool to mold them into strong, faithful adults, what would it be? The wisdom of the Bible. Thankfully, this wisdom is easily accessible in the book of Proverbs, written by King Solomon, the wisest man to ever live.
Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World’s Wisest King by Amy Parker and Sarah Humphrey offers growing, impressionable minds one hundred devotions based on priceless wisdom that is straight from King Solomon himself. This devotional:
- is written for children ages 8 to 12.
- begins with a passage from Proverbs and provides a practical and culturally relevant perspective.
- offers engaging examples that help readers see how King Solomon’s ancient wisdom applies to today’s world.
- provides short prayers and simple activities so readers can apply the teachings to their own lives.
- birthdays, holiday gift giving or as an addition to your home library
- parents and children to read together
- Sunday school discussions and small group activities
- creating meaningful conversations about the wisdom of the Bible
By offering the Proverbs in an engaging form and by showing practical ways to apply them, Solomon Says Devotional invites kids to see how ancient wisdom is still helpful, intriguing, and essential in their modern world.
Before David Ponder ever visited Truman in The Traveler's Gift, Michael Holder began his journey as the last young traveler to receive the unique gifts of wisdom offered by historical greats.
In his senior year of high school, Michael hits rock bottom. Having been caught in the wrong place at the wrong time, he has now been suspended from the track team and lost his college scholarship. His coach is angry, his parents are disappointed, and he's diving headfirst into a downward spiral. Facing the bleak future ahead, he sees no way out and wonders if life is really worth living. But with some divine intervention, he's given a second chance when he's offered a once-in-a-lifetime journey of discovery.
Rewritten to engage the minds of teens and tweens, The Young Traveler's Gift is sure to encourage and enlighten young men and women as they prepare to face the journeys that lie ahead.
The popularity of the film Fireproof made one thing certain: we as Christians are continually seeking ways to galvanize our faith against the fires of the world around us. And there is arguably no time in our lives when our faith is more under fire than our teenage years. As young people struggle to learn who they are, they can only forge an indestructible identity by remembering whose they are.
Using Bible-based teachings and practical applications, Fireproof Your Life for Teens will walk them through the process of building an invincible, impenetrable faith. And this is not a faith that just shows up on Sunday mornings, but one that reaches deep into their hearts and stretches out to encompass every area of their lives. From decision-making to relationships to money, Michael Catt and Amy Parker will show teens how a fireproof faith and biblical principles play an integral part in every aspect of their day-to-day lives, as well as in shaping their future.
We make life so complicated. Trials and temptations will come, but the solution is simple. For every single situation we are going to face, for every decision we are going to make, the answer is there. And it begins and ends with God. Like Shadrach, Meschach, and Abednego in that famous fiery furnace, when we learn to stand with God, we can all be fireproof.
Before you say good night, snuggle your kids cozy close and enjoy favorite Bible stories for bedtime. Amy Parker and Virginia Allyn, the author-illustrator pair you know and love from the bestselling books Night Night, Farm and Night Night, Train, have teamed up again for their first bedtime Bible storybook.
Night Night Bible Stories includes 30 stories from the Old and New Testaments told in narration. Each Bible story features rhyming takeaways to remind little ones of God’s love and care along with a sweet bedtime prayer. Stories include:
- When the World Was Made
- The World’s Bravest Queen
- An Angel Visits Mary
- Jesus Lives
- Go Tell the World!
Bedtime is the perfect time to share with your children timeless messages of faith from the Bible. For old and new fans of Amy Parker Night Night books, Night Night Bible Stories is sure help your little ones fall asleep feeling safe and loved.
This sweet book celebrates all the ways dad cares for his little one and encourages children to show gratitude and appreciation for their own father.
In this adorable rhyming story from bestselling author Amy Parker, a little lion cub thanks God for his wonderful daddy--a daddy who gives big hugs and piggyback rides; who protects, teaches, and plays; and who offers love, guidance, and encouragement.
Thank You, God, for Daddy
- helps children, ages 2 to 5, express gratitude for their father
- is perfect for read-aloud story time and bedtime routines
- makes a touching and budget-friendly Father's Day gift or dad's birthday gift from kids
Don’t miss the other "Thank You" titles:
- Thank You, God, for Mommy
- Thank You, God, for Grandpa
- Thank You, God, for Grandma
Mommies do so much for us! It’s time to thank God for the blessing they are.
In this adorable board book, a little panda thanks God for his wonderful mommy—a mommy who gives hugs and cuddles, who takes great care of him, and most importantly, who offers love and guidance for her precious panda cub.
Thank You, God, for Mommy,
And lullabies so sweet—
The beating of her great, big heart
Sings me right to sleep.
The love and sacrifices of mothers everywhere will be celebrated by mother and child as they snuggle up together and say Thank You, God, for Mommy.
Meets national education standards.
Shhh, it's time for sleeping, for getting snuggly in my bed. But first, I say my night night prayer and bow my sleepy head. Shh, the puppy's sleeping, a toy under his chin. When he rouses from his sleep, we'll play hide-and-seek again. Night night, puppy.
This lovable little nighttime prayer book has interactive dialogue for a child to repeat as they look around their world to see the sleeping sun, trees, puppy, baby, etc. The repetition within the text and the reassuring message help little ones calm down and prepare to go to sleep.
This bedtime book introduces thanksfulness and prayer in an evening routine. Accompanied by endearing illustrations that depict a cozy bedtime, A Night Night Prayer will quickly become a "read it one more time" book for young children.
Chug-a-chug, the night night train Is a’rumblin’ ’round the track!
Choo! Choo! All aboard the train to Sleepytown! After a fun-filled day, it’s time to snuggle in, and dream the night away.
Join these adorable puppies in pajamas as they say night night to the train, to their mommy and daddy, and to God. Your little ones will rest their sleepy heads knowing that the God who made them loves them and keeps them safe all night long.
Night night, train!
Amy Parker’s children’s books have sold more than a million copies, including two Christian Retailing’s Best award-winning books and the bestselling A Night Night Prayer. She lives outside Nashville with her husband and two children.
HISTORIAS DE LA BIBLIA PARA ANTES DE DORMIR ofrece doce famosas historias de la Biblia acortadas para niños. Las historias cuentan los relatos del Jardín del Edén, el Arca de Noé, David y Goliat, así como algunos otros que aparecen en el Nuevo Testamento. El texto ha sido revisado y aprobado por la Sociedad Bíblica Americana.
Help your child to understand what God’s Word means to him or her with this fully illustrated and easy-to-read collection of 50 popular Bible stories, written by best-selling Christian children’s author Amy Parker and VeggieTales® cocreator Mike Nawrocki.
The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers is a new Bible storybook and the first title in The Bible for Me brand of related products for kids ages 4 to 8 from authors Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. The 50 stories are written and designed to share the story of God’s people and His love for each child in a way that is relevant and relatable to the reader. The book features:
- Engaging stories written with your child in mind
- An even split of 25 Old Testament and 25 New Testament stories
- Fresh, colorful illustrations from Taylor Thompson
- Prayers at the end of each story, where the reader can easily insert the child’s name, making the stories uniquely personal
- Buy one, give one campaign to benefit ministry partners, including The Salvation Army
Bible Stories and Prayers was written to emphasize how personal and relevant God’s story is to your child’s life. Throughout these fifty favorite Bible stories, children will come face-to-face with God’s endless love for them, providing a firm foundation of faith to last a lifetime.
Authors Amy Parker (Night Night Prayer books) and Mike Nawrocki (cocreator of VeggieTales® and voice of Larry the Cucumber) have written and told Bible stories to tens of millions of children through their books and videos. In Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers they wrote each story to speak directly to your children and tell God’s story in a way that reveals His love for them.
Join a Night Night adventure through Sleepytown, where community helpers work hard so everyone can rest. Say thank you and good night to farmers, doctors, teachers, firefighters, and God, who takes care of us all. Your little ones will sleep soundly, feeling safe and loved after cuddling up with this bedtime board book from the Night Night series by bestselling author Amy Parker and award-winning illustrator Virginia Allyn.
Night night, helpers—Sleepytown too!
Thank you all for what you do.
This engaging read-aloud book for children 0 to 4 features:
- Fun illustrations of community helpers doing their jobs and serving others
- Rhyming text that will delight and soothe your child
- A thank-you refrain to grow gratitude in little hearts
With its focus on caring for others, Night Night, Sleepytown is a perfect choice to make children feel safe and cared for at bedtime, naptime, and quiet time. It also makes a great gift for baby showers and dedications, adoptions, birthdays, and holidays.
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