Teach Children the Safety Skills Needed for Living in an Unsafe World

New curriculum for Christian schools and homeschool families help children develop wisdom and discernment for potentially dangerous situations

Sadly, we live in a world where child abuse can happen in any community, even a faith-based one. That’s why it is vitally important to teach children the safety skills that will help protect themselves from mistreatment, unsafe situations, violence, bullying, cyber-crimes, predatory behavior, abuse, and other kinds of danger that they might encounter. A new curriculum designed for Christian schools teaches children how to confidently assess and respond to potentially unsafe situations and people.
 
The Safeguards School Curriculum: Equipping Kids with Safety Skills is a six-unit curriculum ​that teaches elementary grades abuse awareness and prevention from a biblical worldview, based on the principles in the book Safeguards, by family counselor Julie Lowe. Written by Lowe, and educators Lynne Little, and Angela Ruiz (all with extensive experience in counseling, education, and curriculum formation), the curriculum emphasizes scriptural truth as the foundation for developing the wisdom and discernment needed by children to be safe.​It is the first school-based curriculum that combines child safety training with a biblical worldview, offering an understanding of both the dangers children face and God’s power to overcome.

“While many abuse prevention programs exist, most are rooted in secular, humanistic ideologies that often conflict with biblical values on topics such as identity, sexuality, and authority. This curriculum was developed to address the need for biblically grounded abuse prevention training that empowers children without compromising theological integrity or sacrificing childhood innocence,” Little explains. “In today’s world, Christian schools face a moral and spiritual responsibility to protect the children in their care. Abuse prevention is not just a legal requirement—it is a gospel-driven calling.”
 
The​ school curriculum is divided into two age levels (K–grade 2 and grades 3–5) and employs stories, puppets, role plays, crafts, and a variety of hands-on activities to teach about wisdom and discernment. Topics addressed include learning to say no, respect and privacy, being lost, and bullying. Each lesson includes a take-home paper to educate and equip parents to continue the conversations started at school.

“This curriculum should be used in Christian schools to support the family in their task to raise God-fearing, wise, discerning young people,” Lowe shares. “The first line of defense is the home, and the second is the Christian community we place our young people in. The more we can equip both parents and kids to know God and His ways, the more discerning and safer they will be.”

In addition to the school version of the curriculum, Safeguards Homeschool Curriculum​ is available for homeschooling families. This edition is designed for ages 7 through 11 (grades 2 through 5) and includes three units from the Safeguards School Curriculum—Discernment (Unit 1), Evaluation and Wisdom (Unit 2), and the Courage to Say No (Unit 3).

Developed in partnership with the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP) which provides awareness, accreditation, and resources to Christian organizations who are serving children, the Safeguards curriculum helps to protect children and equip them to live wisely and securely in God’s world. Every lesson is built on Scripture, helping children develop godly wisdom and reminding them of the presence and power of God in every circumstance.

The Safeguards School Curriculum and Safeguards Homeschool Curriculum are available in downloadable and USB formats at newgrowthpress.com.
 
Safeguards School Curriculum: Equipping Kids with Safety Skills
Safeguards Homeschool Curriculum: Equipping Kids with Safety Skills
By Lynne Little, Julie Lowe, and Angela Ruiz
Digital Download School 978-1-64507-519-6 / Retail Price: $599.00
Digital Download Homeschool  978-1-64507-590-5 / Retail Price: $149.99
RELIGION / Christian Education / Children & Youth

Lynne Little, EdD, is the founder of Compass Education LLC, a consultancy resulting from a career in Christian education that spans more than twenty-five years. She has worked as a classroom teacher, a school administrator, and a K–12 academic dean covering curriculum, credentialing, testing, and accreditation. Little contracts with schools across the United States and internationally for consulting and project management, particularly in curriculum development, professional development workshops, and accreditation processes.

Julie Lowe, MA, LPC, RPT-S, is a licensed professional counselor with over twenty-five years of counseling experience. She is also a registered play therapist supervisor and has developed a play therapy office to better serve families, teens, and children. Lowe is author of the books Child Proof, Safeguards, Building Bridges, and A Student’s Guide to Body Image, as well as the minibooks Helping Your Anxious Child, Teens and Suicide, Helping Your Child With a Bully, and Safety for Kids. Julie and her husband, Greg, have five children and serve as foster and adoptive parents.

Angela Ruiz, PhD, leads the academic operations at Heritage Christian School in Indianapolis, IN, with responsibility for students, educators and principals. Ruiz is a certified academic leader with over twenty years of experience in the K–12 schools. Her education experience includes Academic Director, Director of Curriculum, building level administrator, Title One director, classroom teacher, school improvement leader, science specialist and a high abilities coach. Cited by the Department of Education as an influential educator to watch, Ruiz empowers educators with the skills needed to drive success in the classroom with mastery teaching and assessment that drives instruction.

The Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP) is a national association of Christian ministries dedicated to child and youth protection. ECAP does this primarily through established Child Safety Standards, which are the basis for an independent validation process that results in accreditation. The mission of ECAP is to help ministries create safe places free from abuse where kids can hear the gospel and grow in discipleship.

For review copy and interview information, contact:
Audra Jennings – audra@newgrowthpress.com

Ada, Mich. (June 10, 2025)—Baker Publishing Group is pleased to announce the launch of their newest imprint, Haven™, set to debut in Spring 2026. Created to meet the increasing demand for clean & wholesome fiction in the general market, Haven will provide readers with stories that offer warmth, connection, and a welcome escape. While there will be no faith element in these titles, all Haven publications will reflect the same trusted values and content standards readers have come to expect from Bethany House and Revell. With Haven, Baker Publishing Group’s goal is to broaden their reach to readers who value uplifting, feel-good fiction across multiple genres.

Haven’s inaugural release will be Even After This (February 2026; ISBN 9780800746940; Ebook ISBN 9781493451418; $18.99) by Deborah Clack, the first book in the Shelter & Sky series. This poignant contemporary romance weaves together the lives of a celebrity and a widow, both seeking fresh starts but unable to move forward until they confront their pasts. The novel explores themes of second chances, healing, and discovering love when least expected.

Deborah Clack is a trade debut novelist, native Texan, and former high school teacher with a master’s degree in education. She believes in the transformative power of fiction and dedicates her time to crafting stories filled with endearing characters and hard-fought romance. Readers can learn more at DeborahClack.com.

Following in April, Haven will release Chelsea Bobulski’s historical romance novel, A Deal with a Debutante (April 2026; ISBN 9780764245251; $18.99), the first installment in the London’s Most Eligible series. Set against the backdrop of Edwardian-era England, this captivating enemies-to-lovers story combines period authenticity with witty dialogue and charming romance.

Chelsea Bobulski is the acclaimed author of two YA contemporary fantasy novels and the four-book All I Want for Christmas series. With a degree in history from Ohio State University, Chelsea expertly weaves historical details into her engaging narratives. Discover more of her work at ChelseaBobulski.com.

In addition to Clack and Bobulski, Haven has signed Jennie Goutet (A Love Once Lost, historical romance, June 2026), Andra Loy (The Roman Holiday Rule, contemporary romance, August 2026), and Roxanne LoMarc (Love and Other Two-Player Games, contemporary romance, December 2026). Haven is set to release six titles in both 2026 and 2027, laying a strong foundation for this exciting new venture in publishing.

President and CEO of Baker Publishing Group, Jesse Myers, stated, “The launch of Haven represents an exciting new chapter in Baker’s publishing journey. We are fully committed to serving Christian readers as we always have, but we have recognized a significant opportunity to reach readers who are searching for uplifting, wholesome fiction without faith content. Haven will fill this growing market need while maintaining the high-quality storytelling and positive values that have characterized our fiction for decades.”

With an emphasis on clean & wholesome fiction, Haven provides readers with stories they can come home to—books that offer warmth, connection, and a welcoming escape from everyday life. Sign up for the newsletter at HavenFiction.com and follow Haven on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @HavenFiction.

Contact:  Karen Steele, (616)676-9185 x100, ksteele@bakerpublishinggroup.com

 

Leslie Calhoun, associate editor of Ink & Willow, signed world rights for comedian and social media influencer Anthony Russo’s The Bible Is Funny Devotional (Ink & Willow) from Cynthia Ruchti of Books & Such Literary.

Slated for publication in October 2026, the devotional invites readers into reading the Bible with a fresh perspective by sharing sixty devotions that highlight the humor and humanity of biblical figures.

Russo, an ordained minister who served on church staff for nearly two decades, is the creator of the bestselling Bible Is Funny Card Game and The Bible Is Funny Instagram, and is one half of the duo Isaac Improv, which offers clean comedy content.

In advance of the new devotional, the new Bible is Funny Card Game, Volume 2 will release on July 15, 2025.

Ink & Willow is an imprint of PRH Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.

Rights queries:  Denise Cronin, decronin@prh.com

JUNE 2025 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) is excited to announce the launch of its first parenting podcast hosted by Sarah Cowan Johnson, award-winning author of Teach Your Children Well.

The first episode of The Teach Your Children Well Podcast kicks off on June 23 as Sarah sits down with Justin Whitmel Earley, author of Habits of the Household, to discuss this question: How do we help our kids love and follow Jesus in today’s cultural climate?

In this ten-episode podcast, Sarah and hear guests explore how the biblical story offers wisdom and good news for the twenty-first-century parent. Each episode examines two approaches to guiding our kids through difficult topics: one informed by the world’s culture and one informed by the biblical story. Through enriching conversations and practical discipleship ideas, Sarah and her guests unravel the differences between these two approaches and discuss how our families can shift from the cultural narrative in pursuit of a gospel-oriented one.

“In a world that doesn’t know Jesus and his love, parenting in the way of Jesus often feels like swimming upstream,” Sarah said. “In our cultural moment, how should we think about technology, sexuality, busyness, achievement culture, and even the definition of the ‘good life’? We sometimes flail and flounder amid powerful—and even compelling—cultural narratives. While I can’t magically change the currents, through this podcast I hope to invite listeners to swim alongside one another, gaining wisdom and insight from brilliant voices who remind us that this upstream journey is not only good and beautiful but also vital—for our kids, and also for our own souls.”

In the trailer for The Teach Your Children Podcast, which is available now, Sarah shares her heart for helping parents and provides a sneak peek at some of the tools, perspectives, and practices she and her guests will offer for discipling the next generation.

Sarah’s guests on The Teach Your Children Well Podcast are as follows:

June 23

Justin Whitmel Earley is the creator of The Common Rule, a program of habits designed to form us in the love of God and neighbor. He is author of numerous books, including the bestselling The Common Rule and The Common Rule Youth Edition.

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June 30

Amy Julia Becker helps people reimagine the good life through her writing and speaking on disability, faith, and culture. She is the author of To Be Made Well, White Picket Fences, Small Talk, and A Good and Perfect Gift and the creator of the Reimagining Family Life with Disability workshop. She is a guest opinion writer for national publications and hosts the Reimagining the Good Life podcast.

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July 7

Kevin Chapman is a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder and director of the Kentucky Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders. He hosts The Sound Mind Show (YouTube), which focuses on managing emotions from a biblical perspective. Kevin is the author of Mastering Our Emotions.

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July 14

Jamie Gordon is a licensed master’s level social worker. Jamie has worked in several different settings, with her work primarily serving youth and families. She has worked in residential treatment, an inpatient psychiatric hospital for children and adolescents, a domestic violence shelter, and a school setting. Jamie currently serves as the intake coordinator at Husch Blackwell’s human trafficking clinic, where pro bono legal aid and case management are provided for survivors of labor and sex trafficking. She also oversees the social work program at Screen Sanity.

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July 21

Rob and Amy Dixon are coauthors of the IVP Kids title Penny Preaches. Rob is the author of Together in Ministry and has served on InterVarsity staff for more than twenty-six years. Amy is the author of three picture books—Maurice the Unbeastly, Sophie’s Animal Parade, and Marathon Mouse—as well as a middle grade novel.

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July 28

Natasha Smith is a grief advocate, speaker, and podcast host. She is the author of Can You Just Sit with Me? and Black Woman Grief. Her work has appeared in Guideposts, Propel Women, Influence magazine, her.BIBLE, and elsewhere.

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August 4

Jon Tyson is a New York City–based pastor and author. Originally from Adelaide, Australia, Jon moved to the United States over two decades ago with a passion to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western Church. He is the author of multiple books, including The Burden Is Light, Beautiful Resistance, and The Intentional Father. He serves as the senior pastor at Church of the City New York.

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August 11

Rachel Joy Welcher is the author of Talking Back to Purity Culture, three collections of poetry, and the forthcoming kids book, Charlie Can’t Sleep!. She works as a book editor.

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August 18

Tracie Braylock is a holistic nurse educator, writer, and wellness consultant. As a former operating room nurse, she advocates for mind, body, spirit well-being, holistic wellness experiences, and liberating relaxation. Her work has been featured in the American Holistic Nurses Association New Beginnings magazine, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and Hallmark Mahogany. Tracie teaches workshops, leads retreats, and lectures on issues related to nursing, writing, self-care, and healing lifestyles. She is the author of Radical Relaxation.

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August 25

Sarah Cowan Johnson wraps up the season with a recap of the discussions, shared wisdom, and encouragement for parents. Sarah is a ministry trainer, consultant, and coach who works with church planters, pastors, and ministry leaders across the United States. She leads seminars for parents on family discipleship to help their children walk in the way of Jesus. She is the cohost of The People of the Way podcast.

The Teach Your Children Well Podcast is one of the results of a $1.25 million grant awarded to IVP by the Lilly Endowment in connection to the Christian Parenting and Caregiving Initiative. The initiative is part of the Lilly Endowment’s grantmaking that supports efforts to help individuals and families from diverse Christian communities draw more fully on the wisdom of Christian practices to live out their faith fully and to pass on a vibrant faith to a new generation.

The Teach Your Children Well Podcast will be available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast distributors. Check out the IVP YouTube page for a peek at the podcast trailer.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 16, 2025) — Thomas Nelson Gift and Zondervan Gift, imprints of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, are pleased to announce the addition of three editorial leaders: Virginia (Gini) Wietecha, Karissa Taylor, and Chelsea Collins. All three will report to Stephanie Newton, Vice President and Publisher for Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift.

Virginia (Gini) Wietecha joins as Senior Acquisitions Editor for the Gift division, bringing more than 20 years of editorial experience. She was a founding team member of DaySpring Publishing, where she oversaw author relationships and the editorial production of more than 400 books, journals, study guides, and Bibles over the past eight years. Gini is known for her discerning editorial eye and deep passion for developing content that draws readers closer to the awe, beauty, and mystery of God.

Karissa Taylor has been named Acquisitions Editor for Thomas Nelson Gift and Zondervan Gift. Over the past 10 years, Karissa has played a key role in developing bestselling devotionals, journals, children’s books, and gift books, working alongside authors such as Max Lucado, Sadie Robertson Huff, Louie Giglio, Levi Lusko, Bob Goff, Candace Cameron Bure, Annie F. Downs, and Granger Smith. In her new role, she will continue to acquire and shape spiritually rich, culturally relevant, and visually engaging titles.

Chelsea Collins transitions into the role of Managing Editor for Thomas Nelson Gift, Zondervan Gift, and Harper Celebrate after previously serving in the Spanish Publishing Division. Since joining HCCP in 2020, Chelsea has brought calm leadership, strong editorial instincts, and a meticulous approach to every phase of the publishing process.

“We’re so glad to have Gini, Karissa, and Chelsea stepping into these roles,” said Newton. “Our mission is to create resources that reflect God’s truth in tangible and inviting ways, and with this team in place, we’re energized for what’s ahead.” 

HarperCollins Christian Publishing
The world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc. comprises the Thomas Nelson, Zondervan and HarperChristian Resources publishing groups and imprint, BibleGateway.com, FaithGateway.com, StudyGateway.com and ChurchSource.com. The Company produces bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, academic resources, curriculum, audio and digital content for the Christian market space. Bible Gateway is the world’s largest Christian website with more than 20 million unique visitors each month. HarperCollins Christian Publishing is headquartered in Nashville, Tenn. with additional offices in the U.S. and Mexico. For more information, visit www.HarperCollinsChristian.com.​

Contact:  Chasity Edwards, Publicity Director, Thomas Nelson Gift and Zondervan Gift,  Chasity.Edwards@harpercollins.com

The new book equips readers to tune out the noise and tune into God

NASHVILLE, TN – June 16, 2025 – Author, speaker, entrepreneur, philanthropist and former Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Tebow is calling women back to their true identity with the release of her new devotional, Knowing Who You Are Because of Who God Is: 100 Days to Unbreakable Faith, available September 16, 2025, from Thomas Nelson.

In a culture that constantly defines worth by appearance, achievement, and approval, Demi-Leigh Tebow offers a different path—one rooted in Scripture, not social media. This 100-day devotional is a powerful guide to help women overcome insecurity, silence comparison, and walk confidently in the truth of who God says they are.

Structured for daily impact, each entry includes a Bible verse, a short reflection, and a prayer to help readers re-center their minds and hearts on God’s character—and, in turn, their own identity. Weekly themes include topics such as joy, purpose, courage, vulnerability, and value.

“There’s so much noise in the world telling us who to be, how to look, and what success should mean,” says Tebow. “This book is about stepping away from all that and stepping into God’s truth. You can only know who you truly are when you understand who He is.”

Drawing from her own life experiences—including moments of doubt, pressure, public scrutiny, and being a new mom —Tebow delivers a voice that is both relatable and faith-filled. She challenges women to trade insecurity for spiritual clarity and to trust God’s voice above all others.

Knowing Who You Are Because of Who God Is is more than a devotional—it’s an invitation to live from a place of peace, purpose, and God-given confidence.

Demi-Leigh can speak to themes such as:

• Finding confidence by rooting your identity in Christ
• Navigating insecurity and pressure through a faith-centered perspective
• Overcoming comparison and cultural expectations in the digital age
• Creating space for spiritual clarity in a busy, noisy world
• Building intentional daily habits that foster peace and purpose
• Her personal journey from public platforms to faith-driven purpose
• Encouraging women to live boldly, authentically, and anchored in truth

The book is available for pre-order now and will be released in hardcover, eBook, and audiobook formats.

Knowing Who You Are Because of Who God Is: 100 Days to Unbreakable Faith by Demi-Leigh Tebow
On sale September 16, 2025| 9781400250745 | $22.99 | 5.5 x 7.5 | 224 pages

About the Author
Demi-Leigh Tebow is a speaker, best-selling author, and entrepreneur—focused on empowering women to lead with vision, purpose, and confidence. Prior to her current endeavors, she was crowned Miss Universe in 2017.

Demi-Leigh is married to Tim Tebow—speaker, entrepreneur, college football analyst for ESPN and SEC Network, NYT best-selling author, and the founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation. They live in Jacksonville, Florida with their daughter and three dogs, Chunk, Kobe, and Paris.

Tim and Demi are the co-founders of The Tebow Group— a Talent Management, Purposeful Investing, and Marketing Firm—and re-invest their profits in companies with outstanding profit potential and strong missional alignment. Companies that are dedicated to fighting for the world’s real MVP’s (Most Vulnerable People).

IG: @demitebow
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Media Contact:  Chasity Edwards, chasity.edwards@harpercollins.com

Abilene, TX — Many churches today face worry and concern over their collective future. One tragic consequence is that growing anxiety can turn inward on communities of faith. A subtle distancing and dividing can occur, often happening along generational lines. Us-versus-Them thinking morphs into Old-versus-Young. Instead of a culture of generation to generation, churches are shaped and formed more by a culture of generation versus generation.

Imagining All Generations by Wilson McCoy (June 2025) offers a better, more faithful way forward by remembering our identity as the generational people of God. This volume features nineteen authors from around the world, providing fresh theological reflection, innovative practical wisdom, and a unified call for all churches to move into a more intergenerational future by answering four key questions:

• What theology and theory support an intergenerational vision of the church?
• What are researchers and practitioners learning about how to meaningfully bring together different generations in communities of faith?
• How can churches better share faith among various age groups within their congregation?
• How might we reimagine the worship assembly as a time and place where every generation brings a valuable contribution?

Imagining All Generations is an essential library of intergenerational thinking and practical ideas. Like any good library, it gives you the opportunity to explore, to delve, and be surprised, enlightened, and challenged. You might not agree with everything in it, but that’s a key strength of this book and the InterGenerate conference it is based on; they are evolving conversations between diverse perspectives on a common theme, the theme of how to bring generations together in life, learning, and worship.”
—Gareth Crispin, Commissioning Editor (Young People), Premier Christian Media, UK; adjunct lecturer and tutor at several theological colleges around the world; member of the executive committee of the International Association for the Study of Youth Ministry

Wilson McCoy (MDiv, DMin) is a minister, author, professor, and church consultant. He serves on the leadership team of the InterGenerate Conference, a movement of Christians committed to bringing together all generations of the church. When not experimenting in the kitchen or listening to music, he loves spending time with his wife and two daughters. You can find faith formation resources and learn more about Wilson’s writing, speaking, and intergenerational consulting at his website: drwilsonmccoy.com.

Imagining All Generations
By Wilson McCoy
June 2025, Softcover240 Pages, $25.99
ISBN: 9781684263431

Media Contact: Kaylin Graves, publicity@leafwoodpublishers.com

 

Abilene, TX — Congratulations! Thanks to the remarkable work of author Chris Morris and editor Jason Fikes, Trekking toward Tenacity, has been honored with the Editors’ Choice Award for 2025.

This recognition celebrates Trekking toward Tenacity not only for its timely and impactful message but also for its exceptional contribution to the conversation around children’s mental and spiritual health. Walking verse by verse through Psalm 139, Chris Morris equips parents with practical tools and faithful encouragement to help their children cultivate resilience in the face of a tumultuous world.

Blending scripture study, meditation, and actionable parenting strategies, this book stands out as a vital resource for families navigating modern challenges. Its unique approach—rooted in both personal experience and theological depth—offers parents a roadmap to foster mental and spiritual wellness in children of all ages, from preschoolers to teens.

The Editors’ Choice Award affirms what so many readers, parents, and ministry leaders have already discovered:  Trekking toward Tenacity is a game-changing guide for raising grounded, mentally healthy kids in an increasingly chaotic culture.

For more information about the book or to schedule interviews or events with the author, please contact:
Kaylin Graves, Publicity Intern, publicity@leafwoodpublishers.com

Trekking toward Tenacity
By Chris Morris
September 2024, Softcover
192 Pages, $17.99
ISBN: 9781684263899

Digital Safety Expert Chris McKenna Partners with Zondervan, Debut Release Anticipated June 2026

The founder of Protect Young Eyes, an organization equipping families to protect kids online, Chris McKenna has signed a multi-book deal with Zondervan. McKenna’s partnership with Zondervan includes the release of one adult trade, scheduled for June 2026, followed by two children’s books.

McKenna is a respected digital safety voice, creating practical resources for families and schools. At a time when parents often feel unprepared to prepare and protect their children online with the right tools and words, McKenna’s adult trade book will equip parents to feel confident guiding their child through the online world with a framework to tame the tech and reclaim family. This essential book will teach parents five practical habits that wrap children in protection, build Digital Trust, and unlock digital parenting superpowers.

“Parents are looking for an expert voice who can provide both a framework for understanding the benefits and problems tech offers and who can offer specific steps to take to protect children and families” said Webster Younce, Zondervan Books’ Vice President and Executive Editor. “Chris McKenna is that voice, and we are thrilled to partner with him to provide families with the resources they are looking for.”

McKenna’s impactful 2019 testimony before the U.S. Senate initiated a series of hearings to further online child protection policy. Protect Young Eyes, won the 2020 Dignity Defense Award from the National Center on Sexual Exploitation and the 2024 Child Safety Award from The Phase Alliance. He is a technical advisor to AngelQ AI and works closely with digital safety advocates and legislators to craft policies that reign in abusive technologies. As a representative of the Human Change Movement, McKenna spoke at the 2024 and 2025 World Economic Forum.

“Partnering with Zondervan is taking the mission of Protect Young Eyes even closer into the hands of families looking to prevent online exploitation,” says McKenna. “The upcoming books will provide accessible tools, tips and guidance for kids and caregivers to provide a comfortable environment to discuss digital safety.”

McKenna’s children’s titles are anticipated to release in the summer of 2027. A picture book for ages 4-8 and a book for ages 8-12 will focus on introducing young readers to the topic of digital safety and give children and their caregivers practical tools and strategies for navigating the technological landscape.

“These books will be a tremendous resource for both kids and caregivers,” said Katherine Easter, Acquisitions Editor for Zonderkidz. “Chris’s immense expertise and accessible approach make him the perfect person to speak into this incredibly important topic.”

McKenna is represented by Tom Dean of A Drop of Ink Literary based in Grand Rapids, Mich.

JUNE 2, 2025 — Jon Tyson, award-winning author and pastor of Church of the City, New York, brings his pastoral heart and theological clarity to the problem of exhaustion and its impact on our spiritual lives to WaterBrook in a two-book deal starting with The Antidote for Exhaustion: The Power You Need for the Life You Want. 

As one of the foremost voices in the spiritual formation movement, Tyson offers a helpful framework for why so many feel burned out: it’s a disconnect between the chaotic world around us and the deep inner world God wants to create in us. The solution he proposes is not trying harder to earn God’s favor, but rather to go deeper with God—which is the only path to stability, power, and peace.

“We are delighted to welcome Jon Tyson back to WaterBrook,” said Campbell Wharton, SVP and Publisher, PRH Christian. “His new book will be an essential resource for those seeking to navigate the fear, anxiety, and exhaustion so prevalent in today’s world.”

This book is scheduled for publication in Fall 2026. World rights were acquired by Will Anderson, Senior Editor at WaterBrook and Multnomah, from Curtis Yates and Mike Salisbury at Yates & Yates in an exclusive submission.

For rights and inquiries, please contact Denise Cronin: decronin@penguinrandomhouse.com

WaterBrook is an imprint of PRH Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.