September 16, 2019 Edition

Last week to nominate an Emerging Leader for PubU scholarship program

The Emerging Leaders scholarship program is the industry’s opportunity to invest in under-represented voices in the industry by sending them to PubU for training, connection, and inspiration on scholarship.  Sponsored by NPD Book, the scholarship program allows recipients to attend PubU for only $99.  The deadline for nominations is this Saturday, September 21.

Scholarship nomination form
New Emerging Leader track at PubU debuts six sessions for those newer to industry

Writers and publishers invited to register for Christian Fiction events on November 6

ECPA has announced the topics and speakers for the Art of Writing Conference and The Christy Award Gala, held November 6th in Nashville — bringing together writers, authors and publishing curators.  These two events that follow PubU at Lipscomb University will feature four intensive seminars on writing and publishing in this rapidly changing industry – and an evening dinner gala honoring the year’s winners of The Christy Award® program in nine categories.  Three finalists in each category will be announced this week.

Bundle pricing for both events are only $119.  Register.

 

Zondervan author Ruth Soukup selected for TEDxMileHigh

Ruth Soukup, New York Times bestselling author of Do It Scared and Living Well, Spending Less, will speak at this year’s TEDxMileHigh on Nov 16 in Denver. The event’s theme is imagine, and it will feature a stellar line-up of speakers, a collection of fresh interactive exhibits and new technologies.  TEDxMileHigh accelerates innovation and social impact through the power of big ideas, transformative live events, and empowered digital communities. Be prepared to think differently. For more information visit: https://www.tedxmilehigh.com/

Zondervan author Rebecca Bender launches new podcast

Author of the upcoming memoir, In Pursuit of Love, Rebecca Bender announced her new podcast this week, From Hood to Holy. The show is focused on telling the untold stories of success, redemption, and transformation. In this 12-part series, Rebecca sits down with guests as they talk about the untold journey toward success. Raw and funny guests tell their personal stories of transformation. Guests include Candace Payne, Francia Raisa, Pastor Christa Smith and more. For more information visit https://rebeccabender.org/  or subscribe on itunes, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hood-to-holy-podcast/id1479036570.

Pastor and author Erwin McManus on Jesus Calling podcast: Finding peace in the midst of struggle

Erwin McManus is no stranger to asking deep question of God; and in the midst of his own struggles, he is able to feel peace. Erwin recently joined the Jesus Calling podcast to walk us through humanity’s lifelong struggle to find peace, and why God is instrumental in helping us win that battle to keep a grip on the hope that fuels us towards the places where God designed us to go. McManus’ book, The Way of the Warrior: An Ancient Path to Inner Peace is available from WaterBrook.  More…

Author Dominic Done discusses when faith fails on Jesus Calling podcast

Dominic Done is filled with questions about God. But today, those questions don’t fill him with doubt like they once did – in fact, Dominic has discovered those questions have led him into a deeper relationship with God. Done recently joined the Jesus Calling podcast to share his journey through faith and walk listens through practical ways we can address our own doubt. Done’s book, When Faith Fails: Finding God in the Shadow of Doubt is available from Thomas Nelson. More…

Bible Gateway interviews Winfield Bevins, author of “Ever Ancient, Ever New”

A generation of young Christians from different backgrounds and traditions are finding a home and deep connection in the church by embracing a liturgical expression of the faith. What are the roots of liturgy and how does it fit with scriptural worship? Bible Gateway interviewed Winfield Bevins (@winfieldbevins), author of Ever Ancient, Ever New: The Allure of Liturgy for a New Generation (Zondervan, 2019).  Read this interview.

Bible Gateway interviews Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, authors of “Risen Motherhood”

As a mom, do you assume Scripture doesn’t have much to say about the food you make for breakfast, how you view your postpartum body, or what school choice you make for your children? How should you apply the gospel to common issues you face every day so you can connect your Sunday morning faith to the Monday morning tantrum? Bible Gateway interviewed Emily Jensen (@EmJensenWrites) and Laura Wifler (@laurawifler) about their book Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments (Harvest House Publishers, 2019). Read this interview.