September 14, 2026 Edition
Industry News
Greg Jao named President and Publisher of IVP
InterVarsity Press (IVP) has announced that Greg Jao has been named president and publisher, succeeding Terumi Echols, who is retiring after leading IVP for the past five years. Jao will guide the strategic direction of IVP as it heads into its 80th year as an award-winning Christian publisher that was founded as part of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
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Publishing in Color gains Christian Book Proposals technology
Though the Evangelical Christian Publishing Association (ECPA.org) closed ChristianBookProposals.com (CBP) August 10, 2026, ECPA has given Publishing in Color (PIC) a boost by transferring CBP’s digital infrastructure to Go, Know, Grow TM (GKG) book proposal services at publishingincolor.com.
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Virginia Elliott, co-founder of Oasis International, has died
Virginia Anne Elliott, co-founder of Oasis International and a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, died on September 3. Together with her husband, Edward Elliott, Virginia helped begin Oasis International in 1978. Her faith, encouragement, generosity and quiet steadfastness were woven into the story of the ministry from its earliest days.
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The Christy Award announces 2026 finalists in nine fiction categories
ECPA has announced finalists in nine fiction categories for the 2026 Christy Award®, recognizing excellence in Christian fiction published March 2025 to March 2026. The 34 novels represent the work of 13 publishers and imprints, with all categories but two reporting ties.
September Christian Bestseller Lists released
The September ECPA Christian Bestseller Lists are now available, featuring top-selling titles across 16 categories, including the Top 50, Nonfiction Hardcover and Paperback, Fiction, YA, Children’s, Bibles, Spanish-language, Value-Priced, and more. Leading this month’s lists are “KJV Standard Lesson Commentary® Large Print Edition 2026–2027,” “One Minute With God for Men,” and “Everyday Hallelujah.”
PubU Emerging Leader nominations close Friday
There are just a few days left to nominate a promising publishing professional for the ECPA Emerging Leaders program, with nominations closing Friday, September 18. Selected Emerging Leaders receive a scholarship to attend ECPA PubU, November 4–5 in Nashville, participate in special pre-event sessions, and are matched with an industry professional for a year-long mentorship.
ECPA PubU Spotlight on the Design Track
PubU Design Track explores creativity, innovation and collaboration
Publishing designers will explore new ideas, tools, and approaches during the Design Track at ECPA PubU 2026, November 4–5 in Nashville. Developed by Torrey Sharp of Faceout Studio, the six-session track covers creative product design, innovative materials and cover features, hot topics in design, AI, stronger collaboration between design and production, and designing for the years ahead.
Speakers include Daniel Arroyo (Humble Lamb), Lance More (RR Donnelley), Erik Peterson (Crossway), Jade Novak (B&H Publishing), Spencer Fuller (Faceout Studio), Whitney Hicks (Hachette Book Group), Hannah Johnson (Veristage), Brian Conley (Ave Maria Press), Torrey Sharp (Faceout Studio), and Pete Peterson (Rabbit Room Press). Designers and creative teams are invited to join their industry peers at PubU.
Early bird rates end September 25, with multi-employee discounts available to ECPA members. Learn more and register at ECPAPubU.org.
Milestones
SPCK Group wins Publisher of the Year and three book awards at CRT Awards
SPCK Group has announced that it has won Publisher of the Year at the Christian Resources Together (CRT) Awards 2026, as well as Audiobook of the Year, Biography of the Year and Christian Life Book of the Year for three of its leading titles.
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Baker Publishing Group authors take home two ACFW Carol Awards
Baker Publishing Group is celebrating two 2026 Carol Award wins from the American Christian Fiction Writers, with Bethany House author Gabrielle Meyer and Revell author Suzanne Woods Fisher both honored this year.
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Media Announcements
The Disrupters Season 7 launches September 16 with host Caleb Campbell
InterVarsity Press is excited to announce Season 7 of The Disrupters podcast, launching September 16 with new host Rev. Dr. Caleb Campbell. Each season of The Disrupters has asked a specific question about disruption. Seasons 1 and 2 of The Disrupters asked the question, “What does it mean to disrupt the church?”
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Product News
Zondervan Gift releases "A Christmas Carol Devotional"
In “A Christmas Carol Devotional: 25 Advent Reflections from Charles Dickens's Beloved Classic” (Zondervan Gift, September 8, 2026), bestselling author Rachel Dodge pairs the enduring themes of Dickens's beloved story with Scripture, prayer, and thoughtful reflection to help readers prepare their hearts for the Christmas season.
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Concordia releases “Principles for Good Order” to strengthen ministries and organizations
In “Principles for Good Order: Creating Organizational Harmony Through Effective Governance” (Concordia Publishing House), Kurth introduces a transformative model built on the foundation of John Carver’s Policy Governance®, which Kurth has carefully adapted for Christian congregations, schools, and ministry organizations.
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New Growth Press releases guides for better understanding God’s design for growing up
“Becoming You for Boys!” and “Becoming You for Girls” (New Growth Press / September 7, 2026), are comprehensive, Christ-centered guides to help children ages 8–12 navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes of growing up.
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Other News
- Boosted by Gain in Adult Fiction, Publishing Sales Up in First Half of 2026
- Authors Guild Addresses Anthropic Settlement Concerns
- Authors Guild, Co-Plaintiffs Seek Summary Judgment in OpenAI Case
- Abu Dhabi Hosts Global Dialogue on Arabic as Cultural & Economic Force in Digital Age
- Across the Channel: Audible Brings More European Audio Into English
