March 2026 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) has appointed Jon Boyd as the new divisional vice president of editorial and associate publisher. IVP is also pleased to announce that Cindy Bunch has been named senior editor-at-large.

Bunch has worked at IVP for more than thirty-seven years, including ten years as associate publisher and director/vice president of editorial. “I am deeply grateful for Cindy’s many years of faithful service leading our editorial team. Her steady influence has shaped IVP’s editorial culture, accompanied authors with care, and helped steward our publishing work with theological depth and integrity,” said Terumi Echols, publisher and president at IVP.

As senior editor-at-large, Bunch will continue to acquire spiritual formation books, lead writing workshops, and shape LifeGuide Bible Studies, a project she has led since 1990. She will move into this new role on June 1.

Boyd has worked at IVP for more than fourteen years. He joined IVP as the digital communications manager in 2012, was named associate academic editorial director in 2016, and has been the academic editorial director since 2017. He will fill Bunch’s position as divisional vice president of editorial and associate publisher on April 1.

“There have been only three editorial leaders in IVP’s 79-year history: James W. Sire, Andrew T. Le Peau, and myself,” Bunch said. “I am so pleased that Jon Boyd will carry the torch as the new leader of the editorial department. Jon brings an understanding of who we are and passion for our unique place in the publishing world. This is paired with his optimistic vision for the future. He’s brought both stability and innovation to the academic department during his tenure in editorial, and I expect that he will do the same for the whole department. I look forward to carrying out my own role acquiring and developing books for IVP Formatio under his leadership.”

Boyd said, “What an honor and privilege it is for me to come along in the line of IVP’s previous heads of editorial, all giants of Christian publishing stretching back to the 1970s. The editorial program they created is going strong, which is what makes it even thinkable for me to dare to follow in their footsteps.”

Before joining IVP, Boyd held leadership positions in communications at North Park University. He also served as the web producer for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship for four years and as associate director of InterVarsity’s Graduate and Faculty Ministry from 2000 to 2009. Boyd received his bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Michigan, a master’s in Hebrew Bible from Trinity International University, and a PhD in history from Johns Hopkins University.

“Jon brings a rare combination of scholarly depth, publishing expertise, heart for ministry, and long-standing service to InterVarsity,” Echols said. “For nearly fourteen years he has served IVP with steady commitment, thoughtful leadership, and deep care for our publishing mission. We are grateful for his leadership thus far and for the qualities he brings to this role. He is relational and trusted by colleagues and authors. He is attentive to data that helps us steward IVP’s resources wisely. He is a quick study who asks thoughtful questions and brings fresh thinking to complex challenges. Most importantly, Jon understands who we are as a ministry and is prayerful and discerning about the future of IVP’s publishing program.”

Boyd said, “IVP has been breaking the rules since our first book in 1947 (a Bible study written by a woman), and ever since then we’ve joyfully gone about our mission of amplifying the voices of people with important things to say, even if they had been silenced by the usual gatekeepers. Some of those rules have changed, sometimes for better, sometimes for worse—so all the time we face fresh challenges. We’ll keep working on the best ways to use print and digital media, human intelligence, and Christian faithfulness to equip believers with the insights and encouragement they need to face what’s next.”

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

 

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., March 13, 2026—Author and artist Jennifer Trafton offers readers a portrait of faith, imagination and vocation in her latest book, “If Only We Could See: Reimagining Creativity, Compassion, and Calling through the Extraordinary Life of Lilias Trotter,” releasing April 14, 2026, from B&H Publishing Group.

In “If Only We Could See,” Trafton brings new life to the story of Lilias Trotter, a gifted 19th-century artist whose work drew the praise of famed critic John Ruskin and whose radical decision to turn away from artistic acclaim led her instead to the overlooked communities of London and, later, to the deserts of North Africa. Blending biography, theological reflection and personal engagement, Trafton invites readers into Trotter’s world, where artistic vision and spiritual devotion were inseparably intertwined.

“It’s my hope that readers are inspired by Lilias to rediscover wonder, embrace a calling to creative compassion, and reimagine what faithfulness can look like in everyday life,” said Trafton. “In our deeply divided culture, more than ever we need a new way of seeing—and Lilias offers exactly that, an attentive, generous way of being in the world that can reawaken our joy and transform our community.”

While most readers have yet to learn of Lilias Trotter, many have experienced the influence of her work in the hymn, “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus,” which was directly inspired by her writings.

Rather than offering a conventional biography, “If Only We Could See” draws readers into a personal encounter with Trotter as her friends knew her: a visionary who approached life with an artist’s eye and a missionary’s heart. Readers are encouraged to see both the world and their neighbors anew—and to consider what the book calls a “beautiful possible life.”

Jennifer Trafton is a storyteller and artist with a passion for exploring the intersections of faith, creativity and the arts. She studied church history and theology at Wake Forest University, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and Duke University. Trafton has been a regular conference speaker, writer, teacher, editor and illustrator for the Nashville-based Rabbit Room creative community for over a decade. Her novels for children, “The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic” and “Henry and the Chalk Dragon,” received starred reviews and multiple award nominations, and she has since collaborated on or contributed to a wide array of projects including “The Wingfeather Tales,” “The Lost Tales of Sir Galahad” and “Every Moment Holy, Vol. III: The Work of the People.”

B&H Publishing Group, an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources, is a team that believes Every Word Matters®. We seek to provide intentional, biblical content that positively impacts the hearts and minds of people, cultivating lifelong relationships with Jesus Christ. We publish (print and digital) in the trade, church and academic markets, as well as the CSB translation. For more information, visit BHPublishingGroup.com.

Media Contact:  Jill Waggoner, Publicist, Jill.Waggoner@lifeway.com

The Man on the Middle Cross Released September 2025

Leyland, England, UK – March 2026. Truth For Life and 10Publishing are pleased to announce that The Man on the Middle Cross by Alistair Begg has now sold more than one million copies in the English language since its release in September 2025.

“The central focus at 10Publishing is seeing winsome, accessible, faithful and affordable evangelistic literature being produced and distributed,” says 10ofthose President, Jonathan Carswell. “This is a prime example of what God can do as these things combine.”

Stories are coming in each week of how God is using the book around the world: from the couple who trusted the Lord and were baptised after reading it, to prison ministries distributing hundreds to those incarcerated.

Since its release 6 months ago, churches, ministries, and individuals around the world have used The Man on the Middle Cross as a simple and compelling evangelistic resource. The book has been distributed through churches, outreach events, and conferences, as well as through major retailers and ministry partners.

Inspired by Alistair Begg’s viral sermon clip, the book retells the stories of three people who encountered Jesus and responded to his invitation of grace. It encourages readers to consider what answer they would give when arriving at the gates of heaven and presented with the question: “On what basis are you here?”

Along with major retail outlets, the book is also available at 10ofthose.com, who provide the bookstore for Revive Our Hearts, The Gospel Coalition, Radical, and Getty Music among many others.

Alistair Begg is the Bible teacher at Truth For Life, a worldwide radio and digital ministry. He served as Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, for more than forty years. He graduated from theological college in London and served two churches in Scotland before moving to Ohio. He is married to Susan, and they have three grown children.

About the book:
The Man on the Middle Cross
Author: Alistair Begg
Retail: $6.99 US | £3.99 UK | $9.99 CAN
Paperback 978-1-83728-050-6
Audiobook 978-1-83728-203-6
Ebook 978-1-83728-179-4

Review copies of the book and media interviews are available upon request.
Contact:  Product Marketer, Gina Vaughan, gina.vaughan@10ofthose.com

March 13, 2026–W Publishing, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, today announced The King Is Coming: It’s Time to Prepare for the Return of Christ by John Bevere, became an instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller the week following its March 3 on-sale date. Ranking as follows:

• The New York Times (week ending March 7):
  #3 Advice, How-To & Misc.
• USA Today Bestselling Books (week ending March 8):
  #29

It also came in at #6 Most Sold Non-Fiction on the Amazon Charts for week ending March 8.

In The King is Coming, Bevere challenges Christians to take a fresh and honest look at one of the most often misunderstood and avoided truths of the Christian faith—the second coming of Jesus. Through personal testimony, biblical accuracy, and practical guidance, readers will be inspired to live a life of spiritual vigilance as they prepare for the glorious return of our King.

John Bevere is an internationally acclaimed bestselling author, speaker, and evangelist, with more than 40 years of experience equipping believers to live out their faith with purpose and passion. Known for his ability to communicate challenging biblical concepts with clarity and conviction, Bevere’s books have been translated in over 130 languages and have sold millions of copies globally. Beyond writing, Bevere co-founded Messenger International with his wife, Lisa, a ministry dedicated to providing discipleship resources to the Church worldwide.

Thomas Nelson is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian content and has been providing readers with quality inspirational product for more than 200 years. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., the publishing group provides multiple formats of award-winning Bibles, books, gift books, curriculum and digital content, with distribution of its products in more than 100 countries. Thomas Nelson is headquartered in Nashville, TN. For additional information visit www.thomasnelson.com.

Contact:  Allison Carter, Sr. Director of Publicity, W Publishing, Allison.Carter@harpercollins.com

John C. Lennox is widely regarded as one of the greatest Christian apologists of modern times, having devoted a lifetime to showing how faith in God and faith in reason stand logically together. In My Story, he invites readers into his remarkable journey: growing up in Northern Ireland, studying at Oxford and Cambridge, teaching mathematics at the highest level, and boldly defending the Christian faith in lecture halls, debates and the public square for more than sixty years.

From encounters with Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, to the hunger for Bibles in Soviet Russia, and his ongoing belief that rigorous science and profound faith are not enemies but allies, Lennox reflects on the ideas, people and pivotal moments that shaped his life with warmth, wit and disarming honesty. Part memoir, part intellectual adventure, My Story includes photos from Lennox’s personal collection and is a must-read for anyone curious how a brilliant mathematical mind can hold fast to the gospel – and how one man’s faith has helped millions find a reason to believe in an age of doubt.

John Lennox MA MMath MA (Bioethics) PhD DPhil DSc FISSR is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University. He is currently President of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics (OCCA), Distinguished Research Fellow at the Lanier Library and Theological Centre, Yarnton Manor, Oxford, and a senior fellow of the Trinity Forum. He has written a series of books exploring the relationship between science, philosophy and theology.

For interviews, features, and reviews, please contact:
Anne Zaccardelli, azaccardelli@cpg.org, 212-592- 6382

My Story: A Spiritual & Intellectual Autobiography
By John C. Lennox 9780281091973 | Hardcover | $33.99 | May 19, 2026 | 448 pages

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“This book reads more like an adventure story than an autobiography – It is a lifetime’s journey with God in every corner of the world extolling the claims of Jesus Christ.”
—David Cranston FRCS, Emeritus Associate Professor of Surgery University of Oxford

“John Lennox’s autobiography tells the multi-faceted story of a modern apostle and apologist, widely known for his spirited defense of Christian theism, often in public dialogue with high-profile atheists and detractors… ”
—John Hedley Brooke, Emeritus Fellow of Harris Manchester College, Oxford, and Honorary Fellow of the International Society for Science and Religion

‘I have decided to write this account, since I would have no story worth telling were it not for the Person who has shaped my life and made it what it is – indeed, the one who is ultimately responsible for my existence, and that is Jesus Christ, the Son of God’
—John C. Lennox

MARCH 3, 2026 – In her transformative new book, out today, The Lie You Don’t Know You Believe: How to Find It, Fight It, and Live Free, Jennie Allen—New York Times bestselling author and founder of IF:Gathering and Gather25—invites readers to confront the unseen falsehoods shaping their thoughts, relationships, and sense of worth. Blending biblical wisdom, neuroscience, and lived experience, Allen offers a pathway to genuine freedom, helping readers uncover the hidden lies that quietly direct their lives and discover the truth that sets them free.

“In a world overloaded with pressure and distraction, many of us feel an undercurrent of anxiety or dissatisfaction we can’t quite name,” Allen says. “The lie we don’t know we believe is often the most powerful force shaping our lives. Freedom begins the moment we dare to name it.”

Drawing from her own journey with her own core lie and her work discipling millions through IF:Gathering and Gather25 (a vision to mobilize the global Church), Allen identifies three core lies that shape nearly every human story: I am helpless. I am unlovable. I am worthless. Each of these beliefs can subtly infiltrate our identity and relationships, leading to burnout, shame, and disconnection.

Through a blend of spiritual truth and practical strategy, The Lie You Don’t Know You Believe shows readers how to:

• Spot the three core lies running their lives
• Trace where those false beliefs took root
• Replace destructive narratives with lasting truth
• Build a lifestyle of emotional resilience, mental clarity, and spiritual freedom

More than just another self-help book, Allen’s message connects the sacred and the practical, providing both faith-based insights and practical steps for mental and emotional well-being. Whether she’s speaking in a church, a stadium, or on her podcast, Allen’s voice resonates with anyone who feels stuck, striving, or searching for peace.

“True freedom isn’t about being perfect; it’s about being honest,” Allen says. “Vulnerability is the key to building the deeper connections we all crave.”

About Author
Jennie Allen is a Bible teacher, author, podcast host, and visionary leader. As the founder of IF:Gathering and Gather25, a vision to mobilize the global Church, Jennie has devoted her life to disciple a generation to see revival across the globe. She has written three New York Times bestsellers, Untangle Your Emotions, Find Your People, and Get Out of Your Head, inspiring millions to experience freedom in Christ and connection with others. Jennie holds a master’s degree in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac, and their four children. Connect with Jennie at www.jennieallen.com, on Instagram @jennieallen, or listen at The Jennie Allen Podcast.

About Nelson Books
Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, is an industry leader in Christian nonfiction publishing. Nelson Books publishes a diverse array of leaders, experts, and creatives, crafting biblically informed and spiritually fresh books from a Christian perspective that enliven, educate, and encourage readers. The Nelson Books roster of bestselling authors includes Max Lucado, Lysa TerKeurst, Tim Tebow, John Mark Comer, John & Stasi Eldredge, Jennie Allen, Jefferson Bethke, Bob Goff, Ruth Chou Simons, Tyler Staton, Jason Wilson, Christine Caine, Zach Windahl, and Carlos Whittaker.

Contact: 
Devin Duke, Senior Publicity Manager, Devin.Duke@HarperCollins.com

March 2026 | LISLE, IL—In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, InterVarsity Press (IVP) announces the launch of the new Hear Women podcast alongside its Read Women initiative. Together these initiatives, with the tagline “Listening to Women for the Good of the Church, Academy, and World,” invite readers and listeners to engage thoughtfully with women’s stories, ideas, and leadership and elevate women’s voices and contributions across faith, scholarship, and culture. The first Hear Women episode releases March 9.

In Hear Women authors and hosts Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, Tara Beth Leach, and Nijay Gupta engage in conversations that highlight the many ways that women bring a profound impact to the church, their communities, and the world.

Gilmore-Young said, “This theme is certainly one of my passions. I’m a big fan of both Nijay and Tara’s work so I look forward to entering into these conversations together!” Gilmore-Young is a speaker, teacher, podcaster, and journalist, and the author of several Bible studies and devotionals including Redeemer and Breathing Through Grief.

One of the distinctions about Hear Women is the thoughtful discourse largely led by and featuring the voices of women. Different from most podcasts with a female-only hosting team or a mostly male hosting team, Hear Women will model what it means for men to honor, support, and collaborate with the voices, expertise, and giftings of women.

“I’m incredibly excited about the Hear Women podcast and honored to be a part of such a significant and meaningful project,” said Leach, senior pastor at Good Shepherd Church Naperville, Illinois, and author of Radiant Church, Emboldened, and others. “The vision IVP has laid out—to create a space where women’s voices are central for the edification of the whole church—resonates deeply with me. It’s such a powerful opportunity to model mutuality and bring thoughtful conversations that our church and the world desperately need. The balance of having Nijay involved as a conversation partner is inspiring, and I truly believe this podcast can help shift the narrative around women’s contributions in the church.”

Gupta said, “I echo Tara Beth’s sentiments. This is an exciting endeavor, and I am honored to be invited into it. Back-and-forth conversations will leverage the wisdom of my incredible co-hosts.” Gupta is professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and author of Tell Her Story, among many others.

Since its founding, IVP has demonstrated a commitment to publishing women whose scholarship, leadership, and lived experience have enriched the church and the academy. “IVP laid the groundwork for its commitment to elevating women’s voices with the publication of its first LifeGuide Bible Study by Jane Hollingsworth in 1943,” said Terumi Echols, publisher and president at IVP. “Nearly eighty years later our commitment remains the same, to ensure that women’s perspectives are not only included but actively centered in conversations shaping faith and the church today.”

Initial guests for the Hear Women podcast include

• Nicole Massie Martin, the chief operating officer at Christianity Today, founder and executive director of Soulfire International Ministries, and author of Nailing It
• Heather Matthews, doctor of ministry program manager at Wheaton College Graduate School and author of Confronting Sexism in the Church
• Jacqulyne Horbrook, CEO of Black Christian Influencers (BCI), the Christian Travel Club, and the BCI Influencer Agency, and the author of How to Be a Christian Influencer
• Jennifer Powell McNutt, associate professor of theology and history of Christianity at Wheaton College and author of numerous books, including The People’s Book (coauthored with David Lauber
• Sandra L. Glahn, professor of media arts and worship at Dallas Theological Seminary and author or editor of more than twenty books, including Nobody’s Mother and A Woman’s Place Is in the Story
• Shawna Songer Gaines, lead pastor at Trevecca Community Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and author of The Pastor as Midwife
• Lina AbuJamra, physician, Bible teacher, founder of Living With Power Ministries, and author of multiple books, including All Your Life
• Carmen Joy Imes, associate professor of Old Testament at Biola University and author of numerous books, including Becoming God’s Family and the forthcoming Fierce and Faithful, an IVP Kids title coauthored with Nijay Gupta
• Tammy Dunahoo, executive dean of Portland Seminary with more than forty years of church and denominational leadership experience
• Mimi Haddad, president and CEO of CBE International (Christians for Biblical Equality) and a contributor to more than fifteen books including The Participation of Women and Discovering Biblical Equality

The trailer and first episode of Hear Women release on March 9, with twenty-two biweekly episodes releasing through early 2027. The Hear Women podcast will be available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast distributors.

Contact | Krista Clayton | kclayton@ivpress.com

Bringing ebooks to life globally with digital publishing leader

We’re excited to announce a partnership with ElevenLabs to connect our wide catalog of ebooks to ElevenLabs’ leading AI platform and ElevenReader app.

Bookwire is an internationally leading technology provider in the digital publishing sector. Based in Frankfurt, the company serves thousands of publishers in producing and distributing ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts, and other digital publishing products.

Together, ElevenLabs and Bookwire are introducing ebooks available for this model from the catalogs of Bookwire’s publishing clients – bringing titles that were previously available only in text to life through dynamic narration. These titles will be available in more than a dozen languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Arabic, Polish, French, and German.

Only about 5% of published books exist in audio today – and the proportion is even smaller in less common languages. This initiative gives publishers a new digital revenue stream while making their catalogs accessible through dynamic narration to listeners worldwide. These books will be available in the ElevenReader app, advancing our commitment to make content available in any language and any voice.

“At Bookwire, we are driven by one clear goal: to help publishers achieve maximum reach and success for their titles worldwide,” said John Ruhrmann, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Bookwire. “Innovation and the intelligent use of new technologies are essential to that commitment. Through our partnership with ElevenLabs, publishers who choose this model can now access a powerful new route into the global audio market. We are proud to join forces with one of the most innovative and advanced Voice AI companies, combining ElevenLabs’ groundbreaking AI technology with Bookwire’s expertise in digital distribution. Together, we are redefining how books travel across languages, formats, and borders.”

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 160 people in Germany, the UK, Spain, France, Brazil, Italy and the USA, who take care of more than 3,500 publishers in the fields of eBooks, audiobooks, podcasts and Print-on-Demand. The pioneering software “Bookwire OS – One Solution” delivers, analyzes, and markets around 1,500,000 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

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In 2026, R.H. Boyd proudly commemorates 130 years of faith, publishing excellence, and community leadership. Founded in 1896, the historic Nashville-based company stands as one of the nation’s oldest African-American publishing houses, serving churches, educators, and families across generations.

Throughout its 130th Anniversary year, R.H. Boyd will host a series of commemorative moments, special initiatives, and community-centered gatherings honoring its enduring commitment to education, faith formation, and cultural preservation.

Curated gatherings will be held in cities such as Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, Martha’s Vineyard, Nashville, and more, bringing together educators, church leaders, business and cultural influencers, and community partners. The campaign will also elevate authors and thought leaders, showcase innovations in publishing and curriculum, and strengthen connections with communities nationwide.

“As we celebrate 130 years of R.H. Boyd’s legacy, we honor the vision and perseverance that have guided our mission. We are inspired to continue empowering voices, sharing knowledge, and nurturing hope for the next 130 years,” shared Dr. LaDonna Boyd, fifth-generation President and CEO.

Anchoring this historic year will be the fifth annual Legacy Ball, taking place Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville. This signature celebration brings together leaders, supporters, and partners for an evening of reflection, fellowship, and philanthropy, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in future generations.

Proceeds from the Legacy Ball benefit the R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund, which provides scholarships to students pursuing higher education, and grants to nonprofit organizations nationwide.

Applications for both scholarships and grants are currently available, with submissions due by April 15, 2026. Interested applicants may download materials at rhboyd.com/endowment.

The 2026 Legacy Ball Chairs are Mr. and Mrs. Don and Tracy Hardin and Mrs. Gail Carr Williams, with Young Professionals Chairs Mr. Tylan M. Beard and Ms. Lea A. Bryant. Their leadership reflects a shared commitment to advancing educational opportunities and community progress.

Individuals, corporations, and organizations are invited to participate in the 130th Anniversary Celebration and The Legacy Ball through partnership, underwriting opportunities, and table purchases. For more information about the 130^th Anniversary events, visit www.rhboyd.com/events. To learn more about the Legacy Ball, visit legacyball.org. Contact R.H. Boyd via email at events@rhboyd.com.

Contact:  Emmanuel LeGrair, marketing@rhboyd.com