Books published by publisher Amy L. Sullivan

Girls need heroes. Why not introduce them to women who are smart, bold, courageous, and who love Jesus? -Amy L. SullivanBook Two in the Gutsy Girls: Strong Christian Women Who Impacted the World series introduces readers to sisters, Corrie and Betsie ten Boom. This true story tells of two sisters love for God, His people, and each other during one of the most horrifying times in history, World War II. Risking their lives to assist Jews and underground workers, Corrie and Betsie ten Boom showed the world faith and forgiveness triumphs over evil.With Amy Sullivan's captivating text and Beverly Ann Wines' winsome illustrations, this book's powerful message will remain long after readers close the book.

Girls need heroes. Why not introduce them to women who are smart, bold, courageous, and who love Jesus? —Amy L. SullivanBook One in the Gutsy Girls: Strong Christian Women Who Impacted the World series introduces readers to Gladys Aylward, the ultimate gutsy girl. Gladys wanted to tell the people of China about Jesus, but others said she was “too old” and “not smart” and that China was “far too dangerous.” Gladys ignored these words and set out on an adventure.Young readers are invited to jump aboard the Trans-Siberian Railway and experience Gladys’ story, which is told with engaging text and stunning illustrations.What Others are SayingI absolutely love this book – it’s fun, it’s relatable, and with its vibrant illustrations and energetic prose, it’s so readable. What a gift it is to be able to share this inspiring story and much-needed role model with the young girls in my life. —Michelle DeRusha, author of 50 Women Every Christian Should Know: Learning from Heroines of the FaithWhat a beautiful brave story of an ordinary girl turned into a gutsy servant of Jesus. Girls everywhere will be inspired to become like Gladys Aylward after they finish. Engaging and inspiring. —Mary DeMuth, author of 150 Quick Questions to Get Your Kids TalkingAs soon as I started reading this book, I knew it was a godsend to a generation of young ladies desperate to know that God still can and will use them for great things. In Gutsy Girls, Amy L. Sullivan does a magnificent job of sharing the true story of Gladys Aylward and how a nobody by the world's standards turned out to be one of the "gutsiest" women ever. Gutsy Girls truly is a clarion call to our daughters to be courageous world changers. This book needs to find itself on our daughters' nightstands everywhere! -Kristi Bailey, homeschooling mom of four, former public school teacher, and Administrator of the North Point Homeschool Co-op.

Girls need heroes. Why not introduce them to women who are smart, bold, courageous, and who love Jesus? —Amy L. Sullivan Book One in the Gutsy Girls: Strong Christian Women Who Impacted the World series introduces readers to Gladys Aylward, the ultimate gutsy girl. Gladys wanted to tell the people of China about Jesus, but others said she was “too old” and “not smart” and that China was “far too dangerous”. Gladys ignored these words and set out on an adventure. Young readers are invited to jump aboard the Trans-Siberian Railway and experience Gladys’ story, told with engaging text and stunning illustrations. What Others are Saying I absolutely love this book – it’s fun, it’s relatable, and with its vibrant illustrations and energetic prose, it’s so readable. What a gift it is to be able to share this inspiring story and much-needed role model with the young girls in my life. —Michelle DeRusha, author of 50 Women Every Christian Should Know: Learning from Heroines of the Faith What a beautiful brave story of an ordinary girl turned into a gutsy servant of Jesus. Girls everywhere will be inspired to become like Gladys Aylward after they finish. Engaging and inspiring. —Mary DeMuth, author of 150 Quick Questions to Get Your Kids Talking As soon as I started reading this book, I knew it was a godsend to a generation of young ladies desperate to know that God still can and will use them for great things. In Gutsy Girls, Amy L. Sullivan does a magnificent job of sharing the true story of Gladys Aylward and how a nobody by the world's standards turned out to be one of the "gutsiest" women ever. Gutsy Girls truly is a clarion call to our daughters to be courageous world changers. This book needs to find itself on our daughters' nightstands everywhere! —Kristi Bailey, homeschooling mom of four, former public school teacher, and Administrator of the North Point Homeschool Co-op.

A young adult story of a journey through time and history that begins with an unusual discovery in the vast desert of Egypt in the midst of World War II. Decades later, Will, Dez, Isaac and Amy didn't expect their summer would be anything more than ordinary...but once destiny took hold extraordinary was a better word. From the beginning, with the discovery of a vintage comic book to its finale set around the innocents of a small Cape Cod town a mystery is unraveled by those you least expect. Yet, within the clues also lie an unbreakable friendship shared by four kids. This coming of age mystery-adventure delivers the bravery found in all of us and the fortune destiny reserves for the few. Danger lurks within the shadows, but the help of a power gift awaits those who choose to find the hero within themselves.

A young adult story of a journey through time and history that begins with an unusual discovery in the vast desert of Egypt in the midst of World War II. Decades later, Will, Dez, Isaac and Amy didn't expect their summer would be anything more than ordinary...but once destiny took hold extraordinary was a better word. From the beginning, with the discovery of a vintage comic book to its finale set around the innocents of a small Cape Cod town a mystery is unraveled by those you least expect. Yet, within the clues also lie an unbreakable friendship shared by four kids. This coming of age mystery-adventure delivers the bravery found in all of us and the fortune destiny reserves for the few. Danger lurks within the shadows, but the help of a power gift awaits those who choose to find the hero within themselves.

Have you ever felt anxious?Amelia is starting school but every time she thinks about it, she gets an icky, yucky, weird feeling in her belly. Have you ever felt that way?Has your teacher, your parents, or your friends ever felt like that? Is there anybody out there who doesn’t ever feel that way?Join Amelia and her mum as they embark on a journey to find answers to those questions and as they discover some amazing ways to stop feeling so icky. Who knows? Maybe Amelia might even feel happy about starting school!About the Author:Lee Sullivan has worked in secondary education as a pastoral leader for many years. During this time, he has found that on numerous occasions, his students had difficulty in dealing with unsettling or negative emotions. More worryingly, was how challenged students felt when talking about their emotions, especially with their parents. As a new father to a baby girl, Lee wanted his daughter to feel confident and comfortable talking to him about anything. He wrote this book, one of a series, so that he could share with his daughter that certain emotions and feelings were natural and talking to someone about them was the best way to get support. Lee does not claim to be an expert in metal health, but through his experiences with his students and their challenges in opening up to parents, he firmly believes that if parents talk to their children early on in life then they will be better equipped to deal with these feelings as they grow up. Helping them to feel at ease discussing their feelings, good and challenging, with parents in later life.

************************************************************************CLEVER ELODY is the newest short story for kids from acclaimed children's writer Laura L. Sullivan. Clever Elody is loved by a poetic prince. But of course he can't marry her – she's poor, with no dowry. So when the horrid king sends the sensitive young prince away to war, Elody comes up with a plan. Lend me a chicken, she tells the prince. He'd rather shower her with jewels, but Elody knows a magic formula for turning a borrowed chicken into utter happiness.

Have you ever felt anxious? Amelia is starting school but every time she thinks about it, she gets an icky, yucky, weird feeling in her belly. Have you ever felt that way? Has your teacher, your parents, or your friends ever felt like that? Is there anybody out there who doesn’t ever feel that way? Join Amelia and her mum as they embark on a journey to find answers to those questions and as they discover some amazing ways to stop feeling so icky. Who knows? Maybe Amelia might even feel happy about starting school! About the Author: Lee Sullivan has worked in secondary education as a pastoral leader for many years. During this time, he has found that on numerous occasions, his students had difficulty in dealing with unsettling or negative emotions. More worryingly, was how challenged students felt when talking about their emotions, especially with their parents. As a new father to a baby girl, Lee wanted his daughter to feel confident and comfortable talking to him about anything. He wrote this book, one of a series, so that he could share with his daughter that certain emotions and feelings were natural and talking to someone about them was the best way to get support. Lee does not claim to be an expert in metal health, but through his experiences with his students and their challenges in opening up to parents, he firmly believes that if parents talk to their children early on in life then they will be better equipped to deal with these feelings as they grow up. Helping them to feel at ease discussing their feelings, good and challenging, with parents in later life.

Have you ever felt like crying? This Children's picture book supports parents when talking to their children about uncomfortable or unfamiliar feelings. I believe the younger children talk about mental health the more likely they are to seek support when they are older. About the Story: Amelia loves playing with her friends Sebastian and Poppy. But she starts crying when they decide to play without her. Have you ever felt that way? Don’t you wish you were popular like actresses and footballers, or brave like firefighters? Then you’d never feel like crying at all! Join Amelia and her dad as they find out how everybody cries, no matter how brave or popular they are. And maybe Amelia won’t feel so bad once she realizes what good friends she really has!

The 'Have you ever felt...?' series is helping parents and adults when talking to children about uncomfortable or unfamiliar feelings.Have you ever felt down?Amelia is going to a theme park with her Nan, but she has woken up feeling a bit sad. She doesn’t know why she feels this way. Not wanting to let her Nan down she goes to the theme park, but nothing seems to make her feel normal again.Have any of the happy people at the theme park ever felt that way?Join Amelia and her Nan as they embark on a journey to find answers to Amelia’s question and as they discover some amazing ways to stop feeling down, who knows? Maybe Amelia might even feel like herself again!Other books available in the series:-Have you ever felt anxious?-Have you ever felt like crying?-Have you ever felt angry?

******************************************************************In SNAKE PLANT, the new short story from acclaimed children's writer Laura L. Sullivan, Oskar wants a pet snake more than anything. His cold, unkind mother refuses, but finally says that if he can take care of a plant for six months, she'll let him have a snake. Little does Oskar know that she plans to sabotage his plant. But this plant is special – and her efforts to kill it only make it stronger!Part horror, part comedy, SNAKE PLANT is a tale of a very dysfunctional mother and son.