May 11, 2026 Edition
Industry News

David Ecklebarger, founder of Editorial Unilit, has passed away
David Ecklebarger, founder of Spanish House Ministries and Editorial Unilit, has gone to be in the presence of God. His life and vision marked a watershed moment in the distribution and publication of Spanish-language Christian literature on a global scale.
Read More...ECPA announces program and leadership for PubU 2026: Nov. 4-5 in Nashville
ECPA has announced the program and leadership for ECPA PubU 2026, the industry’s premier training and networking event for Christian publishing professionals, to be held November 4–5 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Sonesta Nashville Airport Hotel. The 2026 ECPA PubU program will feature curated sessions, by a team of track leaders, across five key publishing disciplines: Editorial, Marketing, Sales, Production & Operations, Design & Innovation. Save the dates and plan to attend.

Registration is open for ECPA summer programming
ECPA has opened registration for its summer lineup of programs designed to equip, connect, and develop professionals across the Christian publishing industry:
ECPA Focus Webinars will take place throughout the summer, offering expert-led insight on key industry trends: The Vanishing Church (Ryan P. Burge) on June 12; AI & the Intelligent Publisher (Brooke Dobson & Joshua Tallent) on July 10; Navigating Anxiety in Times of Change (Adrian Pei) on Aug. 7. Registration is open.
Also this summer, the International Christian Rights & Export Fair returns June 16–17 at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. The event brings together rights and sub-licensing professionals to connect with global partners, explore new markets, and build international relationships. Register
In addition, ECPA is forming its Summer Intern Cohort, inviting companies to register their interns for Christian Publishing 101—a series of six online gatherings in June and July introducing career pathways in the industry. ECPA member employers are encouraged to register their interns by June 1.
Milestones

Sissy Goff and David Thomas's “Capable” lands on NYT & USA Today bestsellers list
Bethany House is pleased to announce that “Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience” by Sissy Goff and David Thomas has landed on the USA TODAY Bestsellers List and at #10 on the NYT Bestsellers list.
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“Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table” by Louie Giglio achieves 5-years of impact
W Publishing and Passion Publishing celebrate the 5-year anniversary of “Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table” by Louie Giglio. Released in May 2021, the book, its accompanying study guide, and curriculum surpassed more than 1 million units sold across all English-language formats. The book has been translated into 12 languages.
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Phil Wickham announces new book EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH with Nelson Books
Nelson Books announces the upcoming release of “EVERYDAY HALLELUJAH: Unlocking Deep Joy Through Everyday Acts of Worship” by Grammy nominated worship leader Phil Wickham, available August 11, 2026.
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BroadStreet releases “Trusting God with Every Breath" journal by Amy Mecham
BroadStreet Publishing announces the upcoming release of “Trusting God with Every Breath: 365 Devotional Journal” by Amy Mecham, inspired by the bestselling “Trusting God with Every Breath” devotional which has sold more than 100,000 copies.
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New Growth Press to release children’s book about fatherhood by Matt Markins
In time for Father’s Day, New Growth Press will release the new children’s book “Daddy, How Much Do You Love Me?” from Awana president Matt Markins. Written for ages 4-7, the book celebrates the joy of fatherhood.
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INDUSTRY
- SPCK to Create U.K. Edition of ‘The Message’
- Eerdmans Makes First Foray into Literary Nonfiction
- Applications for CT Book Awards open until July 10, 2026
- Religion Book Deals for May 6: Our Daily Bread, IVP, Bethany House
- PW: A Bible for Kids Takes ECPA's Top Honor
- PW: ECPA President and CEO Jeff Crosby to Retire
- MTI webinar May 14: Magazine Style Narrative Empathy in a Social Media Age
PUBLISHING
- Publishers & Authors Sue Meta for Copyright Infringement Behind Its AI Service
- Federal Judge Orders Reinstatement of NEH Grants
- AAP Honors America’s 250th at Annual Meeting
- How Substack became the new book tour
- BookTok made reading cool again, turning authors into content creators
- HarperCollins scored big in the quarter ended March 31
- Amazon Shifts Prime Day from July to June
- Bookwire Report: Growth & Opportunity in Spanish Language Digital Publishing
- Pew: Print dominates; digital audio gains ground; U. S. reading habits
- BISG webinar May 12: Data Spaces & Next Gen Publishing, Discovery, AI
- Supadu webinar on May 13: Designing for Discovery










