Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days

In a world full of uncertainty, Every Breath, Every Blessing reminds children that they are never alone. Through lyrical text and beautiful art, this inspiring picture book gives parents, grandparents, and educators a way to connect with children and encourage them that even during the changes and challenges of life, hope can be found through friendship, family, and the reassuring presence of God.

Today's kids face a lot of challenges and questions, and parents and caregivers want to give them care and protection. While we cannot promise children that times will never be hard or take their difficult feelings away, Every Breath, Every Blessing offers a gentle story of affirmation and love as reassurance for both children and parents: You are loved. You are not alone. I am here. And God is with us both. A book for the small disappointments and sadnesses in life as well as the big fears and griefs, Every Breath, Every Blessing affirms that when we approach life with gratitude and joy, the big feelings and questions we face do not need to overwhelm us.

Every Breath, Every Blessing:

• helps children navigate tragedy, deal with big feelings, and cope with fear while holding on to hope.
• acknowledges the paradox of longing for peace in a broken world.
• encourages children to come back to their breath to settle emotions and control actions.
• assures children that they are loved and covered in prayer and the presence of God.
• reminds children and adults that life holds many good gifts to cherish every day.

Dorena Williamson is the bestselling author of eight children's books, including ColorFull and Crowned With Glory. She brings her passion for diversity to classrooms, conferences, and churches, and her writing has been featured in Christianity Today and Barna. In 1995, she and her husband, Chris, co-planted a multiracial church in Nashville where she serves as Pastor of Belonging. Dorena and Chris are the parents of four and love their newest role as grandparents.

Paran Kim was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea. After earning a fine art degree, she worked as a painter, nursing home staff, and art teacher for young children. However, she soon discovered her true passion for creating children's books and became a full-time illustrator. Her artwork features vibrant colors, particularly when depicting children and animals, which evoke feelings of warmth and tenderness. Through her illustrations, Paran is able to expertly capture a wide range of human emotions and portray them in various situations, creating deeply relatable and engaging stories for readers of all ages. When she isn't drawing, she enjoys singing and playing the guitar. She's lived and worked in Germany since 2014.