December 13, 2021 Edition
Milestones
IPG Ink produces its two millionth book
Independent Publishers Group (IPG) and its book manufacturing unit, IPG Ink, are pleased to announce the production of its two millionth book. IPG Ink, which printed its first book in June 2018, processed the order that included the two millionth title on December 1, 2021.
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The Gospel Coalition Book Awards honor three Baker Academic & Brazos Press releases
Baker Academic and Brazos Press are pleased to announce that three titles were honored by The Gospel Coalition in the 2021 TGC Book Awards including winners Gavin Ortlund’s, "Why God Makes Sense in a World that Doesn’t" and Andrew T. Walker’s "Liberty for All," along with honorable mention for Craig Carter’s "Contemplating God with the Great Tradition."
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Product News
R.H. Boyd to publish book of life lessons from Mrs. Rosa Parks
“Beyond the Bus: Rosa Parks Life, Lessons, and Leadership,” a heartfelt collection of wisdom truths and anecdotes gleaned from author H.H. Leonards’ friendship with Mrs. Parks, is available for pre-sale on December 1, the day that Mrs. Parks was arrested for refusing to relinquish her bus seat to white passengers. R.H. Boyd, now in its fifth generation of leadership and celebrating 125 years of printing and publishing, was founded by formerly enslaved Dr. Richard Henry Boyd. The Nashville-based enterprise is expanding beyond its curriculum offerings to include book publishing.
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WaterBrook signs Stephen Chandler
WaterBrook has signed pastor and thought leader Stephen Chandler for “Stop Waiting for Permission” which offers encouragement and guidance for readers looking to unlock their God-given greatness and unique, personal genius. Chandler is one of the youngest pastors of one of the top-ten fastest-growing churches in America, Union Church located in Columbia, MD.
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Motion picture rights secured for Thomas Nelson novel by Andy Andrews
Noble Story Co. has announced that the beloved historical fiction novel “The Heart Mender: A Story of Second Chances,” penned by three-time New York Times best-selling author Andy Andrews, is being developed as a feature film.
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Charisma House releases new book by Rabbi Kirt A. Schneider
In his new book, “Called to Breakthrough: An Autobiography” (Charisma House, December 7, 2021), Messianic Rabbi Kirt A. Schneider tells his story of faith and triumph in the midst of persecution.
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Media Announcements
Bible Gateway interviews John Hagee, author of “The End of the Age”
How can Bible prophecy be interpreted in light of modern events? What are the ‘last days’ and how does Scripture describe them? How does the book of Daniel, written millennia ago, factor into expecting the world as we know it to end in the future? Bible Gateway interviewed John Hagee about his book, “The End of the Age: The Countdown Has Begun” (W Publishing Group, 2021).
Other News
INDUSTRY
- PW: 2021 Religion Publishing Highlights
- 2022 Christian Writers Market Guide digital releases; print version delayed
- Christy Award-winning author Kristy Cambron hired by Gardner Literary Agency
- PW's Top 10 Religion Stories of 2021
- Religion Book Deals: Dec. 8, 2021
- Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: January 2022
- PW Call for Info: Spring Religion Announcements 2022
- ‘Christmas with The Chosen’ debuts as No. 1 at the box office
PUBLISHING
- PRH Fires Back at the DoJ's Effort to Stop Its S&S Purchase
- AAP Sues to Block Maryland, New York Library E-book Laws
- AAP: October Sales Jump 32.1%; Trade Sales Up 23.1%
- Unit sales of print books dipped 0.2% last week compared to 2020
- Macmillan Delays Office Reopening Indefinitely
- Book Depot Acquires American Book Company
- BISG Seeks Candidates for Its Board of Directors
- Supply chain challenges 'most extreme' of my career, says Hachette UK CEO
- Vivendi to Pursue Total Ownership of Lagardère
- Amazon Asks France to Nix New Shipping Regulations
