We all know that having fun enriches our lives and lifts our spirits, but so often life gets in the way. Fun seems like something we did when we were kids, and we just don't have time for it now. I mean, we barely have time for all the stuff we have to do, let alone the stuff we want to do. We can go days without actually having any fun at all. If you ask New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs, she'll tell you that's no way to live!Annie knows t...

NEW YORK TIMES **BESTSELLER!FUN: A little word that can make a huge impact on your life**What sounds fun to you?You might be surprised to learn that the idea of fun is actually pretty serious business. Join Annie F. Downs on a journey of discovering not just the fun that you want in your life, but also the fun that you need. After all, she's kind of an expert.As the host of the widely popular That Sounds Fun

The popular designer behind Hatched and Patched shares 16 projects featuring her favorite fabrics and techniques—all with her signature charming aesthetic.Welcome to the whimsical world of designer Anni Downs. Whether you love applique, patchwork, punch needle, or hand stitchery, you'll find the perfect project in this diverse array of quilts, sewing accessories, bags, and home accents. Each of the 16 light-hearted designs reflects Anni's favorite things—relaxing at...

You can bring comfort and hope to your child in times of griefLosing a baby is hard on everyone--especially young children who wonder what happened to the brother or sister they were waiting for. Where are they now? Are they safe? What about all the wonderful things they would have done if they had lived? Will they get to do them in heaven?Where Did TJ Go? helps grieving families explain what happened and what kind of experiences a child might be h...

The best thing about you is YOU!No matter what you're good at, what you look like, or what you hope to do someday . . . whether you like to read or run or paint or play . . . the best thing about you is that you are uniquely YOU!Help your children learn early (and often) that being exactly who they are is the greatest gift! Join New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs and "Little Annie" as they celebrate every kid's fun, fabulous, and uniq...

No one knows how to have fun like kids do. But sometimes, even kids can use some fresh ideas for finding the fun in their lives. Fun is everywhere, and with this charmingly illustrated children's book, Annie F. Downs wants to help children ages 3 to 8 find it!Can it be found in science experiments, at the farmer's market, or in the kitchen? Yes!Can it be found on rainy days and starlit nights? You bet!Can it be found with friends or parents or even annoying little b...

I know God is loving; I know He is good; I believe He is big and powerful. But sometimes I wonder if He is really kind— really deeply always kind.Is He?Christians love to talk about how God is in control, but that’s harder to grasp when things aren’t going like you thought they would, when your life looks quite different than you imagined.For centuries, God’s people have been building altars to Him—to remind themselves and the people around them of His work. His goo...

New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs presents a forty-day interactive devotional that will inspire you to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start living on purpose.Do you yearn for a life that feels just out of reach, but don't know how to get there? Are you ready to embrace a life of purpose, but looking for the tools you need? Are you ready to get unstuck and move forward into the life God is calling y...

**In this powerfully inspirational book, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs challenges you to step into your new life by finally doing the thing you can’t stop thinking about.“Wise, tender, and unafraid of the hard parts, Annie hands you a little courage, a lot of truth, and a loud, ‘Go get it!’”—Kate Bowler, bestselling author of Joyful, Anyway, Duke professor, and host of the Everything Happens podcast**

Renowned Christian music artist and former youth pastor Micah Tyler helps readers set out on the path to a free and meaningful life in his first book, Walking Free.Inspired by his hit song, Micah Tyler’s Walking Free: Taking Small Steps to a Big God encourages believers to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus, regardless of external circumstances. The journey from where we are to where God wants us to be is filled with challenges and obstacles....

"I want you to take every step of your life with excitement for where you are headed. And I want you to feel beautiful and confident as you do." But how? When the enemy whispers lies that we are not smart enough, pretty enough, or rich enough? Or are you too dumb, too loud, too quiet, too thin, too fat, too much or not enough? What if you don't have what it takes to be who you really want to be?" In Looking for Lovely, Annie F. Downs shares personal stories, biblical truth, and examples of...

Pairing the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts with engaging prompts, this Gospels-only NLT Bible allows readers to experience Jesus's transformative words in a new way—from the New York Times bestselling author of Don't Let That Hold You BackIt’s no surprise that the world feels increasingly tumultuous—one only has to open social media or scroll the headlines to feel a sense of dread. In response to this heaviness, many are finding hope...