Grace Johnson is thirteen years old and looks like any other eighth grader. She plays soccer, scrolls through social media, and does her best to survive middle school drama. But what no one sees is the storm inside her. Anxiety makes everyday things feel impossible. A panic attack in class changes everything, forcing Grace to admit that she can’t just push through it alone. With the love of her family, her best friend Katie, a therapist who helps her make sense of it all, and most importantly, her faith in God, Grace begins the hard work of facing her fears. Some days, she takes a step forward. Other days, it feels like she’s back where she started. But as she learns to rely on God’s strength instead of her own , she discovers something powerful. She is not broken, and she is never alone. This book is for: ✔ Teens and tweens struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling like they don’t fit in ✔ Parents looking for a way to understand and support their child’s mental health ✔ Counselors and educators who want a relatable resource for young people ✔ Anyone who needs a reminder that hope, healing, and faith can carry us through the hardest moments Grace Through the Storm is more than a story about anxiety. It is about faith, resilience, and finding peace even when life feels overwhelming . If you have ever felt lost, afraid, or unsure of your place in the world, Grace’s journey will remind you that God is always near, guiding you through the storm. I wrote Grace Through the Storm because I needed this book when I was a little girl.   I know what it feels like to sit in a crowded room and feel completely alone. To carry anxiety in your chest like a secret weight. To smile when you're hurting, and to wonder if anyone really sees you. For so long, I didn't have the words to explain what I was feeling—or the tools to manage it.   That's why I created Grace.   She's a reflection of my younger self—and the thousands of girls I know are walking through silent storms right now. Her story is filled with fear, faith, frustration, and healing. But it's also filled with hope.   This book was written for the girl who feels anxious and overlooked. For the mom or teacher who wants to help but isn't sure how. For anyone searching for a way to connect faith to real mental health struggles.     Grace Through the Storm is more than just a story. It's a journey toward wholeness. It's a safe place. And in the back of the book, there's a bonus section filled with real tools—breathing exercises, prayer prompts, journaling ideas, Scripture truths, and coping strategies.   If you're holding this book, I pray it blesses you. I pray it reminds you—or someone you love—that healing is possible. You are not alone in the storm.   With faith and love, Karla Barnett Grace Johnson looks like any other thirteen-year-old. She scrolls through social media, juggles school, and does her best to keep up with middle school drama. But beneath the surface, anxiety grips her like a storm she can't outrun. Simple things like raising her hand in class, walking into the cafeteria, or answering a text feel overwhelming. When a panic attack in front of everyone turns her world upside down, Grace can't pretend everything is fine anymore. She's forced to face the truth. She can't do this alone. With the support of her family, her best friend Katie, a therapist who helps her make sense of it all, and most importantly, her faith in God, Grace starts the tough journey of facing her fears. Some days, she makes progress. Other days, it feels like she's back where she started. But through it all, Grace learns something life-changing. She isn't broken. She isn't alone. And anxiety doesn't get to define her. This book is for: Teens and tweens struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling like they don't fit in - Parents looking for a way to understand and support their child's mental health - Counselors and educators who want a relatable resource for young people - Anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed and needs a reminder that hope, healing, and faith are stronger than fear Grace Through the Storm is more than a story about anxiety. It's about finding courage in faith, hope in hard moments, and strength in the truth that we are never alone even in the middle of the storm. Karla Barnett is an author who draws from her own experiences with anxiety to create resources that support the mental health and healing of children and teens. Having lived it herself, she believes in the restorative power of faith, therapy, and a strong support system.   She understands what it's like to feel anxious, unworthy, and trapped in silence. As a child and even into adulthood, she carried the weight of self-doubt, low self-esteem, and the loneliness of feeling unseen. But through faith in God, therapy, and the love of those who stood by her, Karla found healing and a path to wholeness.   When Karla began writing this book, she saw herself in Grace. It was like ho