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African-Americans lead in Bible engagement and beliefs

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

PHILADELPHIA, July 11, 2017—The results of the latest State of the Bible survey by American Bible Society showed African-Americans are more engaged with the Bible than any other group, overwhelmingly citing positive beliefs and hope found in the Scriptures. Among African-Americans, 71 percent are considered Bible engagedi or Bible friendlyii (compared to just 58 percent of all Americans). A small segment of African-Americans, just six percent, have hostileiiifeelings toward the Bible; only four percent are skepticaliv; and 19 percent are neutralv.

When asked if the Bible contains everything a person needs to know to live a meaningful life, 77 percent agreed that it does. And while all Americans believe morality is on the decline (81 percent), 35 percent of African-Americans blame the decline on lack of Bible reading.

When African-Americans sit down to read the Bible, 29 percent read it for an hour or more—the leading timeframe for this category. Many cited feeling encouraged (51 percent) and hopeful (53 percent) as a result of reading the Bible.

African-Americans ranked higher than all Americans in:

  • Owning at least one Bible in their homes (95 percent)
  • Wishing they read the Bible more (74 percent)
  • Downloading or using a Bible app on a smart phone (46 percent)
  • Increasing Bible reading in the last year (33 percent)
  • Listening to audio versions of the Bible (40 percent)
  • Reading or listening to the Bible or praying every day (27 percent)

“African-Americans are much more inclined to recognize the value of reading the Bible,” said Roy Peterson, president and CEO of American Bible Society. “Anyone who devotes time to the Word of God can discover its unique ability to help make sense of life.”

State of the Bible is an annual report commissioned by American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Group on behaviors and beliefs about the Bible among U.S. adults. For more information about the latest State of the Bible research, visit StateoftheBible.org.

Survey Methodology:
The State of the Bible 2017 report contains the findings from a nationwide study commissioned by American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Research (a division of Barna Group). Two research methodologies were used for the study: the first included 1,025 telephone interviews (including cellphone interviews) with adults in all 50 states in the U.S., and the second consisted of 1,028 online surveys using a nationally representative panel. The use of two methodologies provided a larger sample size for key questions and ensured even greater representation among all age groups. The telephone interviews were conducted Jan. 20 – 30, 2017, and included U.S. adults 18 years of age or older. The online surveys were conducted Jan. 23 – Feb. 2, 2017.

About American Bible Society
Since 1816, American Bible Society has worked to make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford, so all people may experience its life-changing message. One of the nation’s first and most enduring ministries, today’s American Bible Society provides resources across a variety of platforms, enabling first-time readers and seasoned theologians alike to engage with the best-selling book of all time. For more information, visit American.Bible.


i Bible engaged: one who has a high view of Scripture and reads it four or more times a week
ii Bible friendly: one who has a high view of Scripture but reads it fewer than four times a week
iii Bible hostile: one who believes the Bible is just another book of teachings written by men and was written to control or manipulate people
iv Bible skeptic: one who believes the Bible is just another book of teachings written by men
v Bible neutral: one who has lower, but not negative, view of Scripture and rarely or never reads the Bible

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‘You Lost Me’ hits Washington Post Bestsellers List

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

 

Ada, Mich. (July 24, 2017)—You Lost Me (Baker Books; ISBN 9780801015892; ebook ISBN 9781441213082; $15.99) by David Kinnaman with Aly Hawkins has landed on the Washington Post Bestsellers list, achieving the #6 spot on the Nonfiction/General list. This ranking reflects sales for the week ending July 9 and is based on sales from thousands of nationwide retailers where general books are sold.

You Lost Me shows why Christians ages eighteen to twenty-nine are leaving the church and rethinking their commitment to the faith. Based on new research conducted by the Barna Group, David Kinnaman exposes ways the Christian community has failed to equip young adults to live “in but not of” the world—to follow Christ in the midst of profound cultural change. This wide-ranging study debunks persistent myths about young dropouts and examines the likely consequences for both young adults and the church if we maintain the status quo. The faith journeys of the next generation are a challenge to the established church, but they can also be a source of hope for the community of faith. Kinnaman, with the help of contributors from across the Christian spectrum, offers ideas for pastors, youth leaders, parents, and educators to pass on a vibrant, lasting faith and ideas for young adults to find themselves in wholehearted pursuit of Christ.

David Kinnaman is the coauthor of unChristian and Good Faith. He is president and majority owner of Barna Group, where he has supervised or directed interviews with more than 500,000 individuals and overseen hundreds of nationwide, representative research studies. Barna Group’s body of research is frequently quoted in major media outlets such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and the New York Times. Kinnaman speaks on topics including cultural and spiritual trends, teenagers and young adults, leadership and influence, and vocation and calling.

Aly Hawkins and her husband, Bryan Ashmore, live, write, and make music in Southern California. Aly is the author of Shine: Beautiful Inside and Out, as well as numerous articles.

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group, has a vision for building up the body of Christ through books that are relevant, intelligent, and engaging.

Baker Publishing Group publishes high-quality writings that represent historic Christianity and serve the diverse interests and concerns of evangelical readers.

Contact: Lynnae Lubbers
(616)676-9185 x193  llubbers@bakerpublishinggroup.com

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New Hope® Publishers announce release of resource guide for women leaders

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

(BIRMINGHAM, Ala.) July 18, 2017—New Hope® Publishers announces the release of Around the Table: Practical Advice for Effective Women Leaders by Dr. Linda M. Clark.Around the Table is a complete resource guide for every leadership question you have. Based on a survey of nearly 200 women leaders, this book offers a wide variety of leadership principles specific to women and their unique leadership situations. The question-and-answer format makes the material easy to use and reference as your leadership context and challenges change. With something for every woman, Around the Table offers content that represents varying backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, and leadership experiences that is applicable to both professional and nonprofessional women alike.

“People who write leadership books need to first lead in some significant setting. Linda Clark has done that—making a profound difference training women’s ministry leaders across the United States. Over the years, she’s received hundreds of questions about women’s ministry. Linda has compiled her answers in this practical guide to answer your real-life questions about women’s ministry. Read it, apply it, and increase your effectiveness as a leader.”
—Jeff Iorg, president, Gateway Seminary

“In Around the Table: Practical Advice for Effective Women Leaders, Linda Clark offers useful and timely advice for women in leadership. As Linda shares from her own experiences, readers will feel as if they are sitting down, having a cup of coffee, and discussing some of the top issues that women in leadership face. They will be encouraged and equipped to lead in a godly and effective way in whatever leadership role they may find themselves.”
—Allison Kinion, director of women’s missions and ministry, State Convention of Baptists in Indiana

“Around the Table reveals a long-time leader’s great passion for encouraging and equipping other leaders. Linda writes conversationally and clearly; and the question-and-answer format flows well. There is much practical advice in Around the Table—it will be a helpful resource for every woman’s leadership library.”
—Gary Yochum, ministry coordinator, Southeastern Indiana Baptist Association.

Dr. Linda M. Clark is passionate about women and what affects their lives. So much so that she earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in women’s studies from Trinity Theological Seminary in Indiana. While her research and projects played important roles in her life, it was the personal observations and conversations along the way that shaped her interest in women’s issues such as leadership. Her materials have been used in leadership courses while she herself has taught women principles for effective leadership. Linda and her husband, Jan, now call Indiana home.

The mission of New Hope® Publishers is to provide books that challenge readers to understand and be radically involved in the mission of God. New Hope Publishers is the general trade publishing division for WMU®, a missions auxiliary to the Southern Baptist Convention. New Hope Publishers is a member of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA).

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Lucy Diaz Kurz rejoins Charisma House as VP of Marketing

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

Lake Mary, FL— Charisma House is pleased to welcome Lucy Diaz Kurz back to the book group by invitation after a seven-year interval.

Kurz relaunches her career at the Christian publishing house as vice president of marketing, a title she previously held from August 2004 to September 2010. In this role she will oversee strategic marketing efforts for all book imprints, including Charisma House, FrontLine, Siloam, and Passio.

As the most industry-awarded Hispanic female in the Christian bookseller market with many gold, platinum, and New York Times best seller distinctions, Kurz has represented hundreds of artists and authors, and thousands of products.

“We couldn’t find a better fit for this role than Lucy,” said Marcos Perez, publisher and executive vice president of Charisma House. “Her industry experience and marketing expertise will help to transform and re-strategize our book marketing efforts.”

Kurz’s widespread years of professional experience include successful roles as senior vice president of business development/consulting for Synergy Crosslinx Holding LLC, president of development at Gospo Centric and B-Rite Music, president at Lucy Diaz Kurz Consulting, vice president of marketing and corporate officer and vice president of special projects for Integrity Inc., to name a few.

“With an impressive track record in the industry such as Lucy’s, we expect great things to come,” said Steve Strang, founder and CEO of Charisma Media. “Most importantly, she brings biblical knowledge to the role, which is paramount to achieving our mission as a company.”

With successful completion of studies in two global networks providing qualification to teach in more than 1,300 international Bible schools worldwide through Rhema Bible Training Center and DOMATA School of Ministry, Kurz also brings a wealth of biblical knowledge to Charisma House, which is the publisher of the Modern English Version Bible translation.

Charisma House has published thirteen New York Times best sellers, including The Harbinger, The Mystery of the Shemitah, and The Book of Mysteries by Jonathan Cahn; Fasting by Jentezen Franklin; 23 Minutes in Hell by Bill Wiese; and The Seven Pillars of Health by Don Colbert, MD.

Contact: Althea Thompson, Publicity Manager, Charisma House
althea.thompson@charismamedia.com
407-333-0600 x3406

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Bringing ‘Boundaries’ to the Digital Age

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

New York Times Bestseller Celebrates 25 Years, Two Million Copies Sold with Updated & Expanded Edition Dealing with Added Pressures of Technology   

Grand Rapids, Mich., July 18, 2017 — Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life has been a perennial bestseller since it was originally released 25 years ago. Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend have updated and expanded their evergreen relationship advice to help readers create boundaries in today’s digital age. Available October 2017, Boundaries is refreshed throughout with an added section on boundaries and technology as well as new advice on online dating, single parenting and the workplace.

In today’s technology soaked world, creating boundaries is more important than ever. In the updated Boundaries, Drs. Cloud and Townsend help readers apply the timeless Boundaries principles to marriage, parenting and work to create a balanced, healthy lifestyle despite social media, work creeping into personal time and temptations on the internet.

In Boundaries, Cloud and Townsend present a biblical view of boundaries: what they are, what they protect, how they are developed, how they are injured and how to use them. The authors help readers use boundaries appropriately to achieve the relationships and purposes God intends.

Experiencing a resurgence in the past three years, Boundarieshit the New York Times bestseller list for the first time in February 2015 and continues to grow in popularity. Boundaries has sold more than two million copies and the Boundaries brand including Boundaries in Marriage, Boundaries with Kids and Boundaries in Dating has sold more than three million copies.

Dr. Henry Cloud
Dr. Henry Cloud is an acclaimed leadership expert, psychologist, and New York Times best-selling author with his books selling more than 10 million copies. As a speaker, Dr. Cloud has shared the stage with many business and global leaders and experts, such as Tony Blair, Jack Welch, Condoleezza Rice, Desmond Tutu, Malala Yousafzai and others. In his leadership consulting practice, Dr. Cloud works with Fortune 500 companies and smaller private businesses alike. He has an extensive executive coaching background and experience as a leadership consultant. Dr. Cloud lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Tori, and their two daughters, Olivia and Lucy.

Dr. John Townsend
Dr. John Townsend is a respected leadership consultant, psychologist, and New York Timesbest-selling author. He is founder of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling, and conducts the Townsend Leadership program. Dr. Townsend travels extensively for corporate consulting, speaking and helping develop leaders and their teams. He and his wife, Barbi, have two sons, Ricky and Benny, and live in Newport Beach, California.

Book Information
Release Date: October 3, 2017
Hardcover
9780310350231
336 pages; $22.99
Softcover
9780310351801
336 pages; $16.99

Zondervan is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications.  Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources and digital products. 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.

Contacts:  Robin Barnett
robin.barnett@harpercollins.com  (616) 698-3251  

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Author of bestselling ‘The Good and Beautiful God’ launches new series

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

WESTMONT, IL—InterVarsity Press is pleased to announce that James Bryan Smith, author of the bestselling The Good and Beautiful God, is launching a series of three new books beginning with the August 2017 release of The Magnificent Story: Uncovering a Gospel of Beauty, Goodness, and Truth.

Smith is the author of ten books, five with InterVarsity Press, including the award-winning The Good and Beautiful Series, which is part of IVP’s Apprentice Resources. The series includes The Good and Beautiful God,The Good and Beautiful Life, and The Good and Beautiful Community. His most recent book, Hidden in Christ, released in May 2013. Smith is a theology professor at Friends University in Wichita, Kansas, and is a founding member of Richard J. Foster’s spiritual renewal ministry, Renovaré. He also serves as the director of the Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation at Friends University.

“We are pleased to be continuing with James Bryan Smith and the Apprentice Institute with three new books,” said Cindy Bunch, IVP’s associate publisher, editorial. “Jim brings real-life application to spiritual formation concepts in a way that is bearing fruit in the lives of many. As Jim’s editor, I am grateful to be one of the first to read his new work.”

Smith says this new series of books will focus on the life of Jesus, who revealed God’s glory (beauty), who went about doing good, and who was himself the truth. “The subjects of beauty, goodness, and truth are of great importance to all people, and these ideas I have been working on have deeply impacted my life with God,” he said. “God is beautiful, good, and true, and he has created us to long for all three. I pray these books will bring a sense of wonder and gratitude and faith to all who read them.”

The first book, The Magnificent Story, is a spiritual formation resource that is meant to help both individuals and groups understand the magnificent story of Christ in their lives.

“James Bryan Smith has opened his new series with a book that slices open the tough layers of the false, ‘shrunken’ gospel that has formed within the Christian tradition to reveal the tender truth of Christ. The true gospel is winsome, fragrant, and heart-stirring,” Bunch said. “Where the Apprentice Series began with the important question of who God is, this series now begins with the good news of God’s message to us in Christ. It is a magnificent story.”

Soon to be followed by The Magnificent Journey: Living Deep in the Kingdom (Fall 2018) and The Magnificent Mission: Called and Sent by the Storyteller (Fall 2019), the field-tested material within these resources includes spiritual practices at the end of each chapter and a group discussion guide.

Scot McKnight, professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, said, “The distinctive contribution of The Magnificent Story is its attentiveness to the power of stories to destroy us, diminish us, and deprive us, or to free us, redeem us, and empower us. Spiritual formation teachers have occasionally known the power of story, but none has it so central as James Bryan Smith. I consider The Magnificent Story to be a long leap into the deep graces of spiritual formation, not just for individuals but for small groups and churches.”

Founded in 1947 as an extension of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA, InterVarsity Press serves those in the university, the church and the world by publishing thoughtful Christian books that equip and encourage people to follow Jesus as Savior and Lord in all of life. For more information, visit ivpress.com.

Contact: Krista Clayton | 630.734.4013 | kclayton@ivpress.com

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“Napalm Girl” to release memoir, Fire Road, with Tyndale Momentum in October

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

Subject of one of the most iconic photographs in history tells her journey through the horrors of war to faith, forgiveness, & peace

Carol Stream, Ill. – Tyndale Momentum has announced that it has struck an agreement with Kim Phuc Phan Thi, better recognized as the “napalm girl” to release Fire Road: The Napalm Girl’s Journey through the Horrors of War to Faith, Forgiveness & Peace (ISBN: 978-1-4964-2429-7, Hardcover: $25.99 and Softcover: $16.99) in October 2017.

“We could not be more honored to publish Kim Phuc’s remarkable story,” said Jan Long Harris, Executive Publisher. “After reading Fire Road, readers who previously felt pity for the little girl in the iconic photo from the Viet Nam war will find their sympathy transformed into awe at Kim’s courage, faith and joy in the face of incredible adversity. For Kim, the pain of war continued long after Saigon fell to the communists, but her life is a testament to the power of faith in redeeming pain.”

Get out! Run! We must leave this place! They are going to destroy this whole place! Go, children, run first! Go now!

These were the final shouts nine-year-old Kim Phuc heard before her world dissolved into flames—before napalm bombs fell from the sky, burning away her clothing and searing deep into her skin. It’s a moment forever captured in a Pulitzer Prize-winning iconic image that has come to define the horror and violence of the Vietnam War. Kim was left for dead in a hospital morgue; no one expected her to survive the attack. Napalm meant fire, and fire meant death.

Against all odds, Kim lived—but her journey toward healing was only beginning. When the napalm bombs dropped, everything Kim knew and relied on exploded along with them: her home, her country’s freedom, her childhood innocence and happiness. The coming years would be marked by excruciating treatments for her burns and unrelenting physical pain throughout her body, which were constant reminders of that terrible day. Kim survived the pain of her body ablaze, but how could she possibly survive the pain of her devastated soul?

Fire Road is a stunning first-hand account of struggling to find answers in a world that only seemed to bring anguish. Kim’s memoir explores the relationship between her and “Uncle Nick” Ut, the then 21-year-oldAssociated Press photographer, who took the stunning photograph and then delivered Kim to the hospital. Kim tells the story of how North Vietnam and Cuba used her for propaganda for its Communist regime, and how she and her husband escaped Cuba to secure freedom.

The release of Fire Road will include a national media tour and comprehensive marketing campaign. More info is available here: http://mediacenter.tyndale.com/1_products/details.asp?isbn=978-1-4964-2429-7

Kim Phuc Phan Thi is a UNESCO Goodwill ambassador who travels to hundreds of events every year around the world. She has received numerous awards and recognitions for her commitment to global peace and reconciliation. This includes six honorary doctorates for her work in supporting child victims of war around the world through the nonprofit organization KIM Foundation International. Kim and her husband, Toan, have two grown sons, Thomas and Stephen, and live in the Toronto area.

Tyndale House Publishers, founded in 1962, is one of the largest privately held Christian publishers of books, Bibles, and digital media in the world. Tyndale Momentum, Tyndale’s nonfiction imprint, is the publisher of manyNew York Times bestsellers and is known for integrity in building lasting personal relationships with authors and agents. Tyndale extends the ministry of its authors by contributing most of its profits to the nonprofit Tyndale House Foundation, which makes grants to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world. Originally founded to publish The Living Bible, a contemporary paraphrase of the Bible that became a global publishing phenomenon, Tyndale now publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT), the translation of choice for millions of people.

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Tyndale to publish Young Adult novel with up-and-coming author Laura Gallier

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

Compelling fiction story sheds light on the darkness of teen suicide in The Delusion, releasing October 2017

Carol Stream, Ill. (July 19, 2017) — As part of realizing a vision for building its children’s and youth division, Tyndale House Publishers introduces one of its key acquisitions for this fall—The Delusion, a young adult novel by Laura Gallier.

Young adult books are becoming more and more of a force in the industry, but that trend hasn’t been reflected recently in religious publishing. Inspired by Tyndale’s legacy—founder Dr. Kenneth Taylor originally wrote the Scripture paraphrases that became his seminal Living Bible  for his children—and feeling called to fill the void in the industry by providing beautiful and biblically based literature to the next generation, Tyndale House is unrolling a plan to target middle grade and teen readers. This initiative will include books with Christian themes that also have crossover appeal to a more general market. Tyndale’s upcoming release, The Delusion, is an excellent example of a crossover title, as it touches on major social issues from current pop culture that are widely relatable to the coming-of-age audience.

Through her fiction, author Laura Gallier offers an antidote to toxic trends in today’s young adult media that romanticize serious issues like suicide, depression, and self-harm (i.e. popular TV series 13 Reasons Why.) Gallier’s novel explores the existence of an invisible battle between good and evil, shining light and hope on dark matters that keep youth as well as adults in bondage. As Frank Peretti’s This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness did for a previous generation, The Delusion explores spiritual warfare in a fresh way, reminding us that we all have our demons.

Gallier invites readers to embark upon a mind-bending journey through truth and delusion, to reconsider what they believe, and to answer for themselves a question that transcends fiction: Are evil forces really after me?

“We are thrilled to partner with Laura to publish The Delusion,” says Linda Howard, Associate Publisher for Children and Youth at Tyndale.  “Laura’s depiction of the very real fight between good and evil has created a book that is not only a fantastic read, but also opens a window into the spiritual world, encouraging readers to reflect on their own daily battles.”

In a youth culture intrigued by the paranormal yet often skeptical of biblical claims, Laura Gallier seeks to bring awareness and understanding to issues surrounding the supernatural. Having battled her own enemies of the soul throughout her teen and young adult years, she is on a mission to expose deception with the light of truth, bringing hope and healing to a generation in need. Laura lives in the greater Houston area with her husband, Patrick, and their three children. Get to know Laura better at www.lauragallier.com.

The Delusion by Laura Gallier
ISBN: 978-1-4964-2237-8 | Softcover: $15.99
ISBN: 978-1-4964-2236-1 | Hardcover: $19.99
350 Pages
October 3, 2017
Tyndale.com

Tyndale House Publishers, founded in 1962, is the world’s largest privately held Christian publisher of books, Bibles, and digital media. Tyndale has published many New York Times bestsellers. The largest portion of its profit goes to the nonprofit Tyndale House Foundation, which makes grants to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world. Tyndale was founded to publish Living Letters, which later comprised part ofThe Living Bible, a contemporary paraphrase of the Bible that became a global publishing phenomenon. Tyndale now publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT), the translation of choice for millions of people.

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Hudson’s heart for young women shines in first devotional

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

All in All: Loving God Wherever You Are

“My prayer is that the Lord will use All in All to minister to young women as they work through each day’s devotion–and that as they get older, the book will become a memorial stone for them, something that would prompt them to remember the Lord’s faithfulness, provision, and care.” – Sophie Hudson

Nashville, Tennessee (July 2017) — Popular author, speaker, and blogger Sophie Hudson is passionate about seeing teenage girls fall in love with Jesus and understand the unique way He designed them. In her first devotional, All in All: Loving God Wherever You Are (August 2017, B&H Publishing Group), Hudson combines her passion for girls’ ministry and her appreciation for the role of devotionals in a believer’s spiritual journey into a 100-day journaling devotional for young women.

All in All features devotions and journaling prompts that remind young women that Jesus is their All in All, written in Hudson’s delightfully quirky, Southern style. Hudson describes the devotional as “an all-in-one devotional and diary, a place to read and be challenged and really process what the Lord is teaching you.”

Hudson, author of Giddy Up, Eunice (April 2016, B&H Publishing Group), serves as Dean of Women at a Christian high school, where she helps teen girls navigate day-to-day issues such as conflict with friends, boys, decision-making, and school-related stress. Hudson says she carried Charles Swindoll’s Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life as her devotional in college, but it has stayed with her in each season of life since then.

“Before I wrote the first word of what would eventually become All in All, I knew that I wanted to write a devotional book for young women — a keepsake that could travel with them through their teens and early 20s,” Hudson said.

“I wanted to challenge and encourage them to invest in their relationship with Jesus as they cultivate and practice the discipline of spending time with Him (and in His Word) every single day. I pray that All in Allwill be an uplifting companion not only during the 100 days of devotions/journaling —but that young women will continue to come back to it as they grow in their walk with the Lord and remember His faithfulness in their lives.”

For more information about All in All and to read a sample devotion, visit www.BHPublishingGroup.com/AllinAll.

Sophie Hudson loves to laugh more than just about anything. She began writing her blog, BooMama.net, in November 2005, and much to her surprise, she’s stuck with it. Sophie hopes that through her stories, women find encouragement and hope in the everyday, joy-filled moments of life. In addition to her writing, Sophie frequently speaks at women’s events. A graduate of Mississippi State University, Sophie loves cheering like crazy at college football games and watching entire seasons of TV shows in record time. She lives with her husband and son in Birmingham, Alabama.

B&H Publishing Group, an imprint of LifeWay Christian Resources, is a team of mission-minded people with a passion for taking God’s Word to the world. Because we believe Every Word Matters® we seek to provide intentional, Bible-centered content that positively impacts the hearts and minds of people, inspiring them to build a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ. Among our print and digital releases for the trade, church, and academic markets, titles include The New York Times No. 1 bestsellers The Love Dare and The Vow, #1 CBA bestseller I Am a Church Member as well as the newly-revised Christian Standard Bible (CSB) version.

Book information
Release Date: August 1, 2017
ISBN: 978-1-4627-4340-7 14+ Format: Hardcover Price: $14.99
Pages: 304 Size: 6 x 8 Spine Width: 1”
Carton qty: 20 Rights: Worldwide
BISAC: YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION/Religious/Christian/Devotional & Prayer
eISBN: 978-1-4627-4368-1, $6.99

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HarperCollins Christian Publishing hires Joey Paul as senior editor

July 24, 2017 by Sheri Toomb

(Nashville, TN) July 20, 2017—Today, HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) announced Joey Paul as senior editor, specifically focused on nonfiction imprints for Thomas Nelson and Zondervan.

Paul’s publishing legacy is rooted in Thomas Nelson’s history.  In 1970 he began his career at Word Publishing, which was acquired by the company in 1992.  In 2001, he became publisher of Integrity Publishers, which was also acquired by Thomas Nelson in 2006. While at Integrity, Paul published Sarah Young’s first book, the devotional Jesus Calling, which has become an international brand.  After serving as vice president of Editorial and Acquisitions for Thomas Nelson, Paul joined FaithWords in 2008, a division of Hachette Book Group, as executive editor.

In his new role with HCCP, Paul will serve as an editor-at-large for nonfiction imprints, starting with a focus on the Thomas Nelson publishing group. He will provide product research and development and assist with in-house theological content vetting and substantive MSS editing, as well as acquisition and editorial consultation. Paul will also focus on developing innovative new product concepts to support major titles. Additionally, Paul will continue to foster strong relationships with both authors and agents across the industry to further cultivate critical publishing partnerships.

“With over forty-six years of industry experience, Joey’s expertise will be an invaluable asset to not only the editorial process, but to our business as a whole,” says David Moberg, senior vice president and HCCP group publisher. “We are pleased to welcome Joey back into such a pivotal role where his experience will be of paramount value for our upcoming publishing endeavors.”

Paul has worked with many notable authors across the Christian publishing industry throughout his career, including Billy Graham, Max Lucado, Joel Osteen, Ravi Zacharias, Sarah Young, Joyce Meyer, John Eldredge, Emerson Eggerichs, John MacArthur, Anne Graham Lotz, and David Jeremiah.

About HarperCollins Christian Publishing: The world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing Inc., comprises both Thomas Nelson and Zondervan publishing groups in addition to Olive Tree Bible Software. The Company produces bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, academic resources, curriculum, audio and digital content for the Christian market space. Also home to BibleGateway.com, the world’s largest Christian website, and FaithGateway.com, an online community dedicated to helping people grow in their faith. HarperCollins Christian Publishing is headquartered in Nashville, TN with additional offices in the U.S., Mexico and Brazil. For more information visit www.HarperCollinsChristian.com.

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