Amber Ginter Johnson, an Author Conservatory alumna, has announced her debut nonfiction devotional, Psalms in the Dark, with WaterBrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House, to be released in Summer 2027. 

Two years ago, Johnson left an English teaching position to pursue writing full time. Shortly after, she signed with the Blythe Daniel Agency. After two years of submissions, Johnson signed a publishing contract with the largest global traditional publisher.

Amber Ginter Johnson is a teacher-turned-traditionally published author, speaker, and mental health advocate. She hosts the Authentically Amber podcast and is represented by Blythe Daniel at the Blythe Daniel Agency. Johnson was a founding member of The Author Conservatory’s nonfiction program, graduating last summer with certificates in Professional and Creative Nonfiction Writing and Business and Entrepreneurship. She also holds a B.S. in English, an A.A. in Biblical Studies, is a certified PRS (Peer Recovery Supporter) for the states of Ohio and Kentucky, and is a Board Certified Master Christian Mental Health Coach through Light University.

WaterBrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House, publishes books of Christian fiction, nonfiction, and devotionals. They “seek to intensify and satisfy a reader’s elemental thirst for a deeper relationship with God.” Psalms in the Dark incorporates 100 encouraging psalm devotionals crafted intentionally to meet readers in their darkest moments. Ginter Johnson is producing the devotional alongside co-author Felicia Joy. 

In her contract announcement, Johnson thanked Brett Harris and Jaquelle Ferris, founders of The Author Conservatory’s nonfiction program. She thanked them for “encouraging me to never lose sight of the harvest… for loving me well and believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself.”

Amber Ginter Johnson’s debut releases Summer 2027.