DR. OZ PUTS POWER OF FAITH FRONT AND CENTER WITH ‘FAITHFUL FRIDAYS’Featuring Hollywood Producer & Preacher DeVon Franklin Fridays in February on The Dr. Oz Show; Emmy® Award-Winning Show Will Focus on Intersection of Faith and Medicine |
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WHAT: WHO: Week 1—Feb. 3 Week 2—Feb. 10 Week 3—Feb. 17 Week 4—Feb. 24 FROM DR. OZ: From serving as the health expert on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Oz vaulted to international acclaim with The Dr. Oz Show. Seen around the world by millions daily, Dr. Oz helps viewers balance life physically, mentally and spiritually. Still performing 100 cardiac surgeries each year, Dr. Oz is a professor of surgery at Columbia University and directs the Complementary Medicine Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital. ABOUT DEVON FRANKLIN: NEWS HOOKS: DO FAITH AND MEDICAL SCIENCE MIX? To learn more, visit: DoctorOz.com
About The Dr. Oz Show Dr. Oz served as health expert on The Oprah Winfrey Show since 2004, sharing advice with viewers to help them live their best life from the inside out. Dr. Oz has co-authored six New York Times best-sellers including YOU: The Owner’s Manual as well as the award winning Healing from the Heart. Dr. Oz launched his magazine The Good Life with Hearst Corporation in spring 2014 and has a regular column in O The Oprah Magazine. Dr. Oz is a professor of surgery at Columbia University. He directs the Cardiovascular Institute and Complementary Medicine Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital and performs 100 heart operations annually. His research interests include heart replacement surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complementary medicine and health care policy. He has authored over 400 original publications, book chapters and medical books and has received several patents. Cleared in more than 99 percent of the country, The Dr. Oz Show is produced by Harpo Productions and distributed by Sony Pictures Television. The Dr. Oz Show is executive produced by Amy Chiaro and co-executive produced by Stacy Rader and Laurie Rich. CONTACT: |
Archives for February 2017
Good Good Father Sells More Than 100,000 Units in Just Three Months
Milestone for the children’s picture book by Chris Tomlin and Pat Barrett happens just before Good Good Father for Little Ones hits shelves
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 31, 2017) – In less than three months, Good Good Father, by Chris Tomlin and Pat Barrett, has surpassed the sales milestone of 100,000 units, Thomas Nelson and Passion Publishing announced today. Since it released on Oct. 4, 2016, it has appeared on the Publishers Weekly list of bestselling children’s picture books and has received media coverage on Fox & Friends, Religion News Service, K-LOVE, Focus on the Family Online, and in countless other print, online and broadcast outlets.
“A children’s picture book surpassing more than 100,000 units in such a short period of time is incredible. It speaks to the need for the message and the way children immediately connect with the story,” said Laura Minchew, senior vice president and publisher of gift books, children’s books, and new media at Thomas Nelson. “Chris and Pat’s passion for teaching children about the wonder and security of God’s love has translated into an adorable book that families will treasure for years to come.”
Buyers have continued to rate the book highly online, calling it “easy to read aloud,” “beautifully written and illustrated,” and “a wonderful reminder of God’s love.” Parents, grandparents, teachers and friends have enjoyed telling children about a bear named Tucker, whose life and townspeople are forever changed when they learn just how great the King’s love is for them. The precious story in Good Good Father has taught children that God truly is a good, good Father and they are loved by Him.
“The opportunity to partner with Tommy Nelson has resulted in an extraordinarily successful resource for families,” said Kevin Marks, managing director of Passion Publishing. “What a privilege it is to see so many children learning about the depth of God’s love for them through Chris and Pat’s beautiful story, and we look forward to the board book extending that impact.”
A board book, Good Good Father for Little Ones, for children ages 0-4, will be available in early February 2017.
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About Tommy Nelson:
Tommy Nelson, the children’s division of Thomas Nelson, publishes a wide variety of high quality, enjoyable products that are consistent with the teachings found in the Bible. Tommy Nelson products are designed to expand children’s imaginations and nurture their faith while pointing them to a personal relationship with God. For more information, visit www.tommynelson.com.
Contact: Stefanie Schroeder
Senior Publicist
615.902.1722
Stefanie.schroeder@harpercollins.com
Reba McEntire’s Jesus Calling Podcast Goes Live on iTunes and JesusCalling.com
Episode leads into her double-disc inspirational album, SING IT NOW: SONGS OF FAITH & HOPE, out February 3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 2, 2017) – One of the most acclaimed and respected entertainers today, Reba McEntire, has successfully navigated an illustrious career across music, acting, business and philanthropy. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member is a multi-platinum, GRAMMY-winning recording artist who grew up singing with her family at church in Oklahoma. Reba is also the most recent guest on the Jesus Calling podcast, available for download today (2/2) on iTunes, Stitcher, and many other platforms. Audiences will hear about Reba’s beliefs and the inspiration behind her double-disc album, SING IT NOW: SONGS OF FAITH & HOPE (Nash Icon Records and Capitol Christian Music Group), due out tomorrow (2/3).
“I am delighted that Reba took the time to participate in the Jesus Calling podcast and share her faith journey,” said Sarah Young, author of Jesus Calling. “Reba is such a remarkably talented, godly Christian woman! It’s exciting, humbling, and encouraging to see that God has used this devotional to give her comfort and hope.”
During the interview, Reba shares how time and time again Jesus Calling has helped her throughout various circumstance and how her faith has sustained – and guided – her through life’s trials.
“It must have been when Jesus Calling first came out, but fans were giving me that book and friends were giving me that book,” Reba said. “I’d open it up on the day and I’d think, ‘How did that book know that I needed that message today?’ At first, it seemed like the strangest thing, but Jesus Calling is incredible. I’ve got Jesus Always too, and I go back and forth reading both. The passages are short and don’t take a lot of time…to start your day like that is just so encouraging.”
The collaboration between Big Machine Label Group and the Jesus Calling team was a natural fit, as well.
“Reba’s passion for her faith is something that her fans have known about for years, and will be even more evident when people hear SING IT NOW,” said Jim Weatherson, general manager of NASH Icon Records (an imprint under the Big Machine Label Group umbrella). “The passionate following Jesus Calling has made it an ideal partnership.”
The first single from SING IT NOW, “Back to God,” has quickly captured listeners’ attention, with the video ascending to the No. 1 spot on iTunes Top Videos across all genres and dominating the pinnacle spot on the Vevo Country Top 10 chart, eliciting over 2.7 million views to date.
“We know that Reba is beloved by Jesus Calling readers, and after hearing her experience with the devotional, it’s clear that even more lives will be impacted by her words and her songs,” said Michael Aulisio, vice president of marketing for gift books at Thomas Nelson.
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About Thomas Nelson: Thomas Nelson is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian content and has been providing readers with quality inspirational product for more than 200 years. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., the publishing group provides multiple formats of award-winning Bibles, books, gift books, cookbooks, curriculum and digital content, with distribution of its products in more than 100 countries. Thomas Nelson, is headquartered in Nashville, TN. For additional information visit www.thomasnelson.com.
Contact: Stefanie Schroeder
Senior Publicist
615.902.1722
Stefanie.schroeder@harpercollins.com
New KJV Word Study Bible Helps Unlock the Languages of the Bible
Nashville, Tenn., Feb. 3, 2016 – Thomas Nelson is pleased to announce the release of their newest study Bible, the KJV Word Study Bible. Biblical manuscripts were written by the authors in three languages: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Not knowing these Biblical languages can sometimes make it challenging to understanding the meaning and intent of Scripture. The KJV Word Study Bible allows readers to delve deeper into the original languages of the Bible and to better understand what God had in mind when He inspired the Scriptures.
The KJV Word Study Bible includes in-text subheadings and 1,700 easy-to-use word studies with select Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek words explained in nearly every chapter, from Genesis to Revelation. Book introductions, word definitions, indexes, colored maps, footnotes, and concordance all help readers get closer to the original languages of the Bible. This easy-to-use study Bible does not require previous knowledge of languages or the use of an extensive reference system, so it is a perfect way to sample the benefits of immersive Bible word studies.
Daniel Marrs, Associate Publisher for Thomas Nelson Bibles says: “Engaging with the languages in which Scripture was originally written is a great way to bring these sacred words to life. The KJV Word Study Bible uniquely opens up the richness and significance of key biblical words, and helps make Scripture’s original languages wonderfully accessible for today’s readers.”
The KJV Word Study Bible goes on sale February 7, 2017, and is available in three bindings:
• ISBN 9780718085230, Hardcover, Red Letter Edition, 1,664 pages, $39.99
• ISBN 9780718085452, Imitation Leather, Brown, Red Letter Edition 1,664 pages, $59.99
• ISBN 9780718085629, Imitation Leather, Purple, Red Letter Edition, 1,664 pages, $59.99
Two additional bindings will go on sale February 28, 2017:
• ISBN 9780718085605, Imitation Leather, Brown, Indexed, Red Letter Edition 1,664 pages, $69.99
• ISBN 9780718085728, Imitation Leather, Purple, Indexed, Red Letter Edition, 1,664 pages, $69.99
The Word Study Bible is also available in the New King James Version.
For more information or to request review copies, contact Trinity McFadden at trinity.mcfadden@
About Thomas Nelson: Thomas Nelson is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian content and has been providing readers with quality inspirational product for more than 200 years. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., the publishing group provides multiple formats of award-winning Bibles, books, gift books, cookbooks, curriculum and digital content, with distribution of its products in more than 100 countries. Thomas Nelson, is headquartered in Nashville, TN. For additional information visit www.thomasnelson.com.
Contact:
Trinity McFadden
Senior Manager of Publicity
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