Nashville, Tenn., May 2023 – Zondervan Books, a renowned publisher of Christian literature, is delighted to announce the acquisition of John Inazu’s new book, Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect. Represented by Susan Andreone of Legacy Management, Inazu’s unique insights into the intersections of law, faith, and empathy are drawn from his rich personal and professional experience, including as Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. His poignant, thought-provoking, and often humorous stories will captivate readers while sharpening their skills for honest and effective engagement with those different from them, and enrich Zondervan Books’ thought-provoking catalog. Webster Younce, Vice President and Publisher at Zondervan Books secured world rights to the book. Accompanying the project as Editor is Paul Pastor, a skilled professional known for his expertise in crafting compelling narratives.
Learning to Disagree promises to be a stimulating exploration of how adopting a lawyer’s mindset of seeing multiple perspectives at the same time can foster empathy in an increasingly divided world. Inazu’s expertise and engaging storytelling will shed light on the transformative power of understanding our differences. Charitably engaging hard topics such as critical race theory, responses to sexual assault, campus protests, and clashes over religious freedom, this book will provide readers with valuable insights for engaging meaningfully in a diverse society. This book is scheduled to release in April 2024.
“In our polarized culture, voices of empathy and reason feel like a breath of fresh air. John Inazu is such a voice, and we at Zondervan look forward to sharing this insightful, entertaining, and inspiring book with readers.” – Paul Pastor, Sr. Acquisitions Editor at Zondervan Books
Zondervan Books’ commitment to publishing literature that inspires, challenges, and encourages aligns perfectly with the vision and purpose behind Learning to Disagree. This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity to bridge divides and promote constructive dialogue in faith and public life.
Zondervan is a HarperCollins Company and part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing. Zondervan is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian communications. The company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Mich. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.
Contact: Devin Duke, Senior Publicity Manager of Zondervan Books, Devin.Duke@HarperCollins.com
