From a New York Times bestselling author, this powerful guide will help you discover the life you were designed to live.

Before you were born, the Most High God not only knew you but He chose you. He handpicked you and put a calling on your life. He’s already equipped you and empowered you to accomplish your purpose. He stamped His approval on you and destined you to leave your mark. He says you are His most prized possession.Don’t let fear, insecurity, guilt, or regrets keep you from your greatness. Right now, God’s face is shining on you. There is a distinction of favor on your life that causes you to stand out, that gives you an advantage, that opens doors of opportunity and causes you to prosper even in a downtime. What God has in your future is greater than you’ve ever dreamed.

This compact digest by author of 10 New York Times bestsellers JOEL OSTEEN is derived from material previously published in The Power of I Am and The Power of Favor. Joel Osteen is the Senior Pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. Millions connect daily with his inspirational messages through television, podcasts, Joel Osteen Radio on SiriusXM and global digital platforms.

JOEL OSTEEN is a New York Times bestselling author and the senior pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. Millions connect daily with his inspirational messages through television, podcasts, Joel Osteen Radio on Sirius XM, and global digital platforms.

CHARLOTTE, NC – The Good Book Company is excited to announce the new Plain and Simple Devotional series, created to serve those who find reading a challenge. Explore the Life of Jesus and Explore the Life of Jonah will release simultaneously (The Good Book Company, July 2025).

Author Christine Dalton was inspired to create these devotionals by a friend at church who struggled with literacy. Intended to serve those who find reading difficult for one of a variety of reasons, each devotion is only 2 pages long and features clear, concise language. Particular care has been taken with text legibility, and points are made in short sentences instead of longer paragraphs.

Dave Deuel, Senior Research Fellow Emeritus at The Joni Eareckson Tada Disability Research Center, says of the series, “At last, accessibility-sensitive discipleship materials that include all who seek a closer relationship with the Lord. No one should be excluded from spiritual growth or church life.”

The Good Book Company hopes this unique series of devotionals will succeed in its aim to make daily Bible reading inclusive and accessible. Literacy ministries, English-as-a-Second-Language ministries, and other ministries serving those who may find long, heavy reading difficult will benefit from using and distributing these resources.

ABOUT THE GOOD BOOK COMPANY
Founded in 1991, The Good Book Company (TGBC) is an international Christian publisher. Their Bible studies, books, devotionals, videos, tracts, evangelistic courses, and training materials are used throughout the English-speaking world, and in translation in over 35 languages worldwide. Everyone at TGBC is passionate about the Lord Jesus, His word, His church, and His gospel of grace. They create and publish biblical, relevant, and accessible resources that will encourage Christians to keep going, keep growing, and keep sharing their faith.

For more information or requests for samples, please contact us at:
hello@thegoodbook.com or call 866-244-2165.

 

Over 1.6 Million Copies Sold

[COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — July 7, 2025]  WaterBrook celebrates with Joanna Weaver the 25th anniversary of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, her beloved and bestselling book that has sold more than 1.6 million copies, been translated into 10 languages, including Spanish, and ministered to the hearts of women around the globe. Originally released in July 2000, this powerful and grace-filled message has continued to resonate with readers who long to balance the demands of daily life with a deep and abiding relationship with Jesus.

Weaver’s timeless classic has become a touchstone for Christian women’s spiritual growth. Through the New Testament story of Mary and Martha, the book offers a profound invitation for women who feel overwhelmed by expectations and exhausted by a world that demands they be everything to everyone. With honesty, wisdom, and humor, Weaver reminds us that Jesus’s invitation to Martha still stands today—for all of us to choose “the better part,” a life of intimacy with Him.

“I’m so grateful that God continues to use this book to speak to the hearts of women of all ages,” Weaver said. “I get notes from high school and college students as well as women in their 80s (sometimes from the same Bible study!) telling me how the book has transformed their walk with Jesus. All praise goes to Him!”   

“Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World has stood the test of time because it speaks to the soul of every woman trying to live faithfully in a fast-paced world,” said Campbell Wharton, Publisher, Penguin Random House Christian. “Joanna Weaver’s message of grace, balance, and intimacy with Christ continues to inspire generation after generation, and we are honored to celebrate this incredible milestone alongside her. This book is not only a spiritual classic—it’s one of WaterBrook’s most enduring backlist titles and remains an important part of our program.”

Over the years, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, along with its 10-week video Bible study and participant guide, has become a cherished companion for women’s ministries, small groups, and individual readers seeking transformation at the heart level. As we celebrate 25 years of impact, WaterBrook honors the book’s ongoing legacy: to call women into deeper devotion, more joyful service, and a life shaped not by hustle, but by holy relationship.

Joanna Weaver is the bestselling author of several books and Bible studies, including Having a Mary Spirit, Lazarus Awakening, and the devotional, At the Feet of Jesus. A beloved speaker and teacher, Joanna’s ministry has helped women worldwide grow spiritually and embrace God’s extravagant grace.

For more information, please contact:
Beverly Rykerd, VP, Publicity Director, brykerd@penguinrandomhouse.com

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

New board books releasing this fall reignite nostalgia for parents and introduce young readers to the beloved characters

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 24, 2025) – Tommy Nelson, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, announced today a new licensing agreement with WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, to bring beloved Strawberry Shortcake and her “Berry Besties” to life for a new generation, beginning with two upcoming board books: You Are Berry Special (ISBN: 9781400254521), and Strawberry’s Sweet Surprise: A Scratch-and-Sniff Book (ISBN: 978-=1400254552), both releasing November 4, 2025 in the U.S. and Canada. The agreement was brokered by WildBrain’s dedicated licensing agency, WildBrain CPLG.

The new board books targeted for young children will share sweet new tales and adventures of Strawberry Shortcake and her friends, including Apple Dumplin’, Orange Blossom, Lemon Meringue, Blueberry Muffin, Raspberry Tart, and Lime Chiffon, alongside heartwarming messages of kindness, friendship, and encouragement. The two books releasing in November are the first in this new collaboration with WildBrain.

Erin Morris, VP, Global Franchise Strategy & Retail, WildBrain, said: “Strawberry Shortcake continues to capture the hearts of generations, and we’re excited for fans to join her and her ‘Berry Besties’ on these new adventures through the joy of reading. Strawberry’s scent is so iconic, and we can’t wait for those sweet childhood memories to come flooding back as soon as parents open the new ‘Scratch-and-Sniff’ book.”

Both board books feature illustrations by Marci Beighley of the classic iterations of the Strawberry Shortcake characters, first seen in the 1970’s and ’80’s. Gen X and Millennial parents will delight in the nostalgia and excitement of sharing these beloved characters with their children.

“At Tommy Nelson, our mission is to create high-quality, inspiring books for children of all ages,” said publisher Shannon Marchese. “We’re excited to partner with Strawberry Shortcake to bring these charming characters into the hands of today’s children, and look forward to continuing this partnership in the future.”

For more information, or to receive a review copy of either book, contact Sarah Van Cleve, Publicity Manager, at sarah.vancleve@harpercollins.com

About Strawberry Shortcake
WildBrain’s Strawberry Shortcake is one of the world’s most adored characters. Since her 1970s debut on a simple greeting card, Strawberry Shortcake has evolved into a “berry” beloved brand for generations of fans. She has starred in multiple animated series and specials with her “berry best friends” over four generations and continues to deliciously delight audiences across television, streaming and digital platforms globally. Since the launch of her iconic 1980s scented dolls, Strawberry Shortcake and friends have captured the hearts of millions through a diverse array of sweet products and yummy experiences. Strawberry Shortcake is owned by WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment.   

About Tommy Nelson
Tommy Nelson® is the children’s division of Thomas Nelson. As a leading provider of Christian content, Tommy Nelson publishes a wide variety of high-quality, enjoyable products that are consistent with the teachings found in the Bible. Tommy Nelson’s award-winning products are designed to expand children’s imaginations and nurture their faith while inspiring them to develop a personal relationship with Jesus. For more information, visit www.tommynelson.com.

Media contact:  Sarah Van Cleve, Publicity Manager, (615) 902-1184, Sarah.VanCleve@harpercollins.com

April 2025 | LISLE, IL—Award-winning author and New Testament professor Matthew W. Bates has signed a contract with IVP Academic for the Summer 2028 release of his book tentatively titled ChristFormed: How Beholding Jesus Leads to Discipleship.

“We are thrilled to have Matthew Bates writing for IVP Academic,” said acquiring editor Rachel Hastings. “His strong publishing history of writing both for the scholar and the student, coupled with his passion for the church, will inform this exegetically rich and spiritually formative project for readers.”

Bates (PhD, University of Notre Dame) is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary in Lisle, Illinois. He is the author of Gospel Allegiance, Salvation by Allegiance Alone, and Why the Gospel?, which won a 2024 Christianity Today Book Award and was named the 2024 Resource of the Year by Outreach magazine. Bates also cofounded and cohosts the popular Bible and theology podcast OnScript.

“Our initial viewings of Jesus are cloudy, leading to confusion about discipleship and a culture of division,” Bates writes. “It is only when we continue to journey with him that we truly see his character and practices. As we increasingly gaze on the genuine Jesus, the vision is so desirably good that transformation into his image is inescapable. To fully see Jesus is to be ChristFormed.”

ChristFormed will be a ten-stage journey of transformative discipleship that guides readers into the heart of Jesus. Since Jesus intentionally taught his followers how to be disciples as they walked together toward Jerusalem, it draws insights especially from Luke’s travel narrative. In Luke 10–19 Jesus reveals his character, habits, and practices, so that those who desire to see can be changed through participatory viewing. Each chapter will contain practical tips, questions, and suggested exercises that are useful for personal discipleship, church groups, a sermon series, or the classroom.

Bates said, “Dallas Willard’s insight is true: spiritual change begins with accurate vision. To be changed in the present, we must behold as much of the authentic Christ as we can now. This book focuses on correctly viewing Jesus as we journey with him to reshape our desires and practices.”

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Four new Bible studies from Lifeway Women aim to aid churches and individuals in discipleship this fall. Participants will learn biblical truth, as well as how to navigate the challenges of modern culture with God’s Word.

“We are thrilled to release these powerful new studies—each one a fresh invitation to deepen your journey with the Lord,” said Andrea Lennon, director of Lifeway Women. “These studies highlight vital aspects of our faith walk, from discovering unshakable joy and cultivating true well-being to developing spiritual strength and embracing godly wisdom for life.

“As you open God’s Word, you’ll be challenged to grow, encouraged by truth, equipped for the journey, and inspired to pursue Jesus with renewed passion and purpose.”

Daring Joy by Nicole Zasowski
Licensed marriage and family therapist Nicole Zasowski points women to the “fullness of joy” that Jesus promises in the Scriptures in her new seven-session study, “Daring Joy: What Six Women in the Bible Teach Us About the Power of Celebration When it Feels Risky, Complicated, and Even Impossible.” Drawing from the lives of six biblical women—Eve, Sarah, Miriam, Mary the mother of Jesus, Elizabeth and Mary Magdalene—Zasowski explores how joy is not circumstantial but rooted in God’s character. “Joy requires us to open ourselves up to the possibility of disappointment and loss,” Zasowski writes, “making it one of the most courageous emotions we can experience.”

More Than Enough by Christine Hoover
When Bible teacher and women’s minister Christine Hoover began writing “More Than Enough: God’s Strength in Our Weakness,” her oldest son was diagnosed with cancer. That season of suffering became the foundation for this verse-by-verse study of 2 Corinthians. “These experiences are the moments where what we believe meets real life,” she writes in reflecting upon her family’s journey with cancer.  Hoover challenges the cultural idol of self-sufficiency and invites women to discover God’s strength in their vulnerability. The eight-session study includes teaching videos and reflection prompts designed to help women find God’s sustaining power in life’s hardest moments.

Body & Soul by Lisa Whittle
In “Body & Soul,” author and Bible teacher Lisa Whittle addresses the often-neglected connection between physical health and spiritual life. Whittle offers a countercultural approach to help women find lasting relief in grounded, evergreen body worth and identity. Using a scriptural framework, Whittle lays out a “whole body theology” to address cultural body issues on the foundation of Imago Dei. “Every day we’re bombarded with messages about our bodies,” said Whittle in this six-session study. “Fix this, change that. But what if we stopped seeing our bodies as projects to perfect and instead understood and embraced them as God’s incredible design?”

The Way of Wisdom by Jen Wilkin and others
Featuring contributions from six respected Bible teachers—Jen Wilkin, Ruth Chou Simons, Kelly Minter, Adrienne Camp, Elizabeth Woodson and Courtney Doctor—“The Way of Wisdom” offers a collaborative exploration of biblical wisdom from Proverbs. The study seeks to bring godly principles to everyday topics like words, work, friendship, marriage, parenting, leadership and more.

Laura Magness, editor of “The Way of Wisdom,” writes in its introduction, “We’ll come to understand what it means when Scripture tells us, ‘The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom’ (Proverbs 9:10). We’ll be taught how to interpret the principles behind the wisdom sayings and apply them to every area of our lives…. And we’ll see that what is true of all Scripture is true of Proverbs: this is a book of the Bible that points us to Jesus, the true and wise One who is the way and shows us how to walk in Him.”

Each study has video components and leader guides, as well as free promotional assets available at lifeway.com/women.

In operation since 1891, Lifeway Christian Resources is one of the leading providers of Christian resources, including Bibles, books, Bible studies, group curriculum, Christian music and movies, Vacation Bible School and church supplies, as well as camps and events for all ages. Lifeway is the world’s largest provider of Spanish Bibles. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, Lifeway operates as a self-supporting nonprofit. For more information, visit Lifeway.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:  Jill Waggoner, jill.waggoner@lifeway.com

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Written by Jill Waggoner, a writer for Lifeway Christian Resources

 

 

JUNE 27, 2025 — Luke Lefevre, named by Outreach Magazine as one of the top 20 Christian leaders today, brings his passion to see revival in the church to WaterBrook in a two-book deal starting with Dethrone Fear: Finding the Courage to Not Waste Your Life.

As the Director of Ministry Engagement & Gen Z at Gather25 and a regular speaker at some of the largest and most influential churches and conferences in the world, LeFevre sheds light on the spiritual warfare raging around us, particularly the lies about the cost of boldly living out our faith and sharing the gospel. Rather than a rally cry to “be brave” or “try harder,” this book offers practical tools to understand the root of our fear, how to overcome it, and practical steps to fulfill the calling we were created for. As revival continues to sweep across America, this book promises to be a handbook of clarity and courage in what many are calling the next Great Awakening.

Book One is scheduled for publication in Spring 2027. World rights were acquired at auction by Will Anderson, Senior Editor at Waterbrook, from Karen Yates and Curtis Yates at Yates & Yates.

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

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

 

London, UK and Frankfurt am Main, GERMANY – Supadu, a leading provider of digital solutions for the publishing industry, has partnered with Bookwire to deliver streamlined, customisable website solutions for publishers, enhancing their digital presence and expanding their reach.

“Supadu is delighted that we can help expand Bookwire publishers’ D2C capabilities not just in Europe but Worldwide.” – Sarah Arbuthnot, CCO, Supadu.

This partnership provides Bookwire publishers with a templated ‘Supadu for Shopify’ website and ecommerce solution, dynamically fed with live product information and fully integrated into Bookwire’s metadata management systems. By providing an affordable, user-friendly solution that is quick to deploy, accessible, secure, with the ability to sell all book formats from one cart, Bookwire publishers can now grow their direct-to-consumer sales and wider digital presence.

“At Bookwire, our goal is to provide publishers with the best possible solutions for their digital business along the entire value chain.” said Christian Lindemann, COO at Bookwire. “This includes integrating with eCommerce solutions provided by leading players in the publishing D2C solution space. We are excited to welcome Supadu to our partner network.”

About Supadu
Supadu is a leading provider of digital solutions for the publishing industry, offering a range of services including website design, eCommerce solutions, and marketing tools. Supadu is committed to empowering publishers with innovative technologies that enhance their digital presence and drive business growth.

About Bookwire & “Bookwire OS – One Solution”
Bookwire was founded in Frankfurt in 2010 as a service provider for publisher distribution of eBooks and digital content. It has since become one of the leading international businesses in digital publishing technology. Bookwire currently employs 170 people in Germany, the UK, Spain, France, Brazil, Italy and the USA, who take care of more than 3,000 publishers in the fields of eBooks, audiobooks, podcasts and Print-on-Demand. The pioneering software “Bookwire OS – One Solution” delivers, analyzes, and markets around 1,300,000 eBooks and 300,000 audiobooks in all relevant distribution channels. In addition to the latest customer analytics and pricing technology, publishing clients of Bookwire also have access to individual support from account & marketing managers who look after the clients from end to end. Bookwire is led by the founders Jens Klingelhöfer (CEO) and John Ruhrmann (Co-CEO), as well as by Christian Lindemann (COO), and has branches in Barcelona, London, Milano, São Paulo, New York and Paris, in addition to the company headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and the “Digital Hub” in Dortmund.

For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact:
Jan Stausberg, Corporate PR Manager, Bookwire, jan.stausberg@bookwire.de

Newburyport, MA (June 23, 2025)—NetGalley, LLC—the recognized industry-standard for digital galley distribution and book marketing, and part of the Firebrand Group collection of companies owned by Media Do International (MD-i)—today announced the launch of Booktrovert.com, a standalone consumer marketing and advertising platform and destination website for readers. Powered by NetGalley, Booktrovert spurs book discovery through digital giveaways, special promotions, and engaging bookish activities, while providing publishers and authors with a powerful tool to reach a wider audience.

For readers, Booktrovert.com offers ebook giveaways, reader perks (pre-orders, special deals, and more), fun games and activities, exclusive merch, and unique curation tools to organize book lists—all on a sleek, accessible, mobile-friendly website.

Booktrovert addresses the industry’s growing need for a modern consumer marketing platform with flexible options for secure ebook giveaways. Publishers, authors, and marketing agencies can easily set up ebook giveaways and advertising campaigns using a simple self-service interface built within the NetGalley.com platform. Campaigns can feature single or multiple books, offering options for giveaways, pre-orders, and direct purchase links. Booktrovert campaigns can be public or private, allowing for exclusive engagement with targeted audiences, such as event attendees, book clubs, launch teams, and more.

“Booktrovert is our answer to the book industry’s demand for robust consumer marketing tools,” said NetGalley President Lindsey Lochner. “By leveraging NetGalley’s established technology, plus our decades of experience in community building and reader engagement metrics, Booktrovert offers publishers and authors a direct way to connect with a significantly wider audience and build excitement around their books. Best of all, NetGalley remains the trusted back-end system for managing marketing and publicity efforts to both the professional community who use NetGalley, and consumers via Booktrovert.”

Key features of Booktrovert for publishers & authors:

• Self-Service Interface: Schedule and purchase campaigns all via a simple interface within NetGalley.com.
• Digital Giveaways: Create giveaway landing pages featuring up to ten books at once.
• Special Promotions: Launch targeted campaigns to generate buzz and sales across a book’s lifecycle.
• Flexible Campaigns: Easily offer campaigns of all sizes—from exclusive private campaigns to large-scale outreach with urgency and excitement.
• Pre-Order & Buy Links: Direct readers to purchase books and drive sales to preferred retailers.
• Secure Ebook Distribution: Deliver instant digital fulfillment for giveaways via Kobo, Kindle, and a proprietary Web Reader.
• In-Depth Reporting & Analytics: Receive campaign traffic stats, clicks on CTA, plus optional bonus charts, aggregated demographic data, and more.

Any NetGalley client—whether a subscription or pay-per-title client—looking to reach U.S. readers can purchase Booktrovert campaigns within their NetGalley account.

For more information about Booktrovert, visit Booktrovert.com or contact booktrovert@netgalley.com.

About NetGalley, LLC
NetGalley helps publishers and authors promote digital review copies and audiobooks to book advocates and industry professionals. Hundreds of thousands of members rely on NetGalley’s secure, sustainable, and easy-to-use platform to discover books, share reviews, and champion literacy. Booktrovert, created and powered by the team at NetGalley, supports publishers’ consumer marketing efforts by spurring book discovery through digital giveaways, advertising, and special promotions, while engaging readers with bookish activities on a sleek, standalone website. The NetGalley team coordinates closely with publishers on targeted promotions and campaigns, providing training, strategy, and consultation for marketing and publicity efforts to both the professional community who use NetGalley, and consumers via Booktrovert. NetGalley is a strategic part of the Firebrand Group collection of companies owned by Media Do International (MD-i) which together provide leading software and services to help publishers succeed. To learn more, visit www.netgalley.com.

About Media Do International (MD-i)
Media Do International (MD-i) owns the Firebrand Group, a collection of companies including Firebrand Technologies, NetGalley, LLC, and Supadu Ltd. that provide leading software and services to help publishers succeed. MD-i is itself the US-based subsidiary of Japan’s Media Do Co. Ltd, one of the largest ebook distribution companies in the world retaining the largest share of Japan’s ebook market. Media Do Co. Ltd.’s mission is to make more content available for more people. To learn more, visit mediado.jp/english.