EUGENE, Ore., September 11, 2024—Harvest House Publishers is pleased to announce that The Complete Illustrated Children’s Bible has amassed more than 1,000,000 copies sold in barely over a decade. First introduced to the marketplace in July 2014, this classic storybook Bible for children, ages 5 to 8, helps kids learn about the important people, places, and themes of the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, each enriching tale features vibrant visual depictions of popular and lesser-known Bible stories, ultimately pointing children to Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
This project came to life through vision and trust and has been the catalyst of a highly successful, strategic, and long-term partnership between Harvest House Publishers and International Publishing Services (IPS), an Australia-based company specializing in creating and developing high-quality children’s books, reference titles, and seasonal gifting items for the global market. Over the last 10 years, IPS and Harvest House have collaborated on several outstanding children’s books and other products with care and attention to detail—values that both companies share.
“We had what we thought was something really special, allowing us to go out and develop the most wonderful, personal partnership with Bob Hawkins and Harvest House Publishers that any company could ever have hoped for. The impact of creating The Complete Illustrated Children’s Bible cannot be understated. Knowing just how this Bible has shaped the minds of young Christians in North America and around the world has been a humbling yet gratifying experience,” said Wayne McKay, managing director of IPS.
With nearly 300 beautiful two-page illustrations to capture even the youngest child’s heart and imagination, this vast collection of the Bible’s most-loved stories has become one of Harvest House’s most successful releases. It is poised to remain an evergreen bestseller for decades to come, well into the company’s next 50 years.
“The Complete Illustrated Children’s Bible has captivated children and families like no other product we have ever published,” said Hawkins, president of Harvest House. “It has consistently increased in sales year after year since it was first released, now grounding annually well over 150,000 young hearts deep into God’s rich Word. This growing demand clearly highlights the Bible’s high quality, skillfully written content, and stunning illustrations. We at Harvest House are incredibly grateful to Wayne McKay and IPS for entrusting us with this amazing life-building resource.”
About Harvest House
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Harvest House Publishers has produced books that have impacted the hearts of people worldwide. That focus continues with the making of biblically nourishing and innovative products that enrich lives, inspire creativity, and glorify God. With an emphasis on addressing the spiritual and practical needs of men, women, and children, Harvest House seeks to serve God and those who need Him through the books it publishes. For more information, visit http://www.harvesthousepublishers.com/
Contact: Jeff Marion, 541-343-0123, jeff.marion@harvesthousepublishers.com
