Ada, Mich. (Sept. 13, 2019)—Revell Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group, is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-book contract with Annie F. Downs.
The first book, That Sounds Fun, named after her successful podcast, will be an irresistible invitation to readers to understand the meaning of fun, to embrace fun, to chase fun, and to figure out what sounds fun to them. Readers will be invited to remember that life is not meant to be lived in fear, but instead to be experienced through wide-open faith with a healthy dose of laughter.
“Whether she’s writing or speaking, or interviewing others on her podcast, Annie F. Downs has the ability to connect with people, make them think, make them laugh, and help them move forward in their faith,” said Andrea Doering, editorial director for Revell. “That ability to inspire, to offer hope and healing is something we value deeply at Revell—and why we’re thrilled to partner with Annie.”
Downs reaches nearly 300,000 engaged readers, fans, and followers every day through her online channels. In addition, she connects with more than 100,000 people every year through speaking at live events and with millions though her podcast platforms.
“Writing books is more than just my job, it’s my joy and my calling,” said Downs. “I feel so honored to get to start a long-term relationship with Baker Publishing Group and the team at Revell Books as they live with those same convictions as well. I’m thrilled the creativity, excellence, and high quality that I have long enjoyed as a reader of Revell Books will now be at work with my words and ideas as well, as we seek to provide books that influence many towards the love of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ (and have tons of fun while doing it!).”
Her contract with Baker Publishing Group includes eight titles with the first to release in Spring 2021. Downs is represented by Lisa A. Jackson of Alive Literary Agency.
Annie F. Downs is a best-selling author, highly sought-after speaker, and popular podcast host who has spent a lifetime building relationships and learning what it means to have fun. The author of multiple bestselling books, Annie weaves personal storytelling, humor, and Scripture into everything she does, inviting her fans to join her as she learns what it means to live life to the fullest.
Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group, offers practical books that bring the Christian faith to everyday life.
Contact: Kelli B. Smith, (616) 676-9185 x394 ksmith@bakerpublishinggroup.com
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. September 12, 2019–ABC News correspondent Linsey Davis asked questions of ten Democratic Presidential candidates tonight during the third Democratic debate of this year. The debate viewed at 8 p.m. EST on ABC and Univision, shown live from Texas Southern University in Houston. Davis helped moderate the event along with Chief Anchor George Stephanopoulos, “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir and Univision Anchor Jorge Ramos. More information about the debate can be found here:
Inspired by her mother, Beverly Davis, who helped her develop a love of writing, Linsey worked on the book with her. “We all have traits that make us who we are,” Davis said. “I give my mother so much credit for helping me accept and appreciate uniqueness in others. Our hair, skin, eyes, and personalities are very different, but we have so much in common to celebrate. We’re curious, we love, we feel, we explore. These are what we should focus upon—what binds us together.”
[NASHVILLE, TENN., September 16, 2019—] Bestselling Bible study author and acclaimed speaker Kelly Minter is set to release her first cookbook this fall, “
Kelly Minter is passionate about teaching the Bible. When she’s not singing, writing or speaking, you can find her picking homegrown vegetables, enjoying her six nieces and nephews or riding a boat along the Amazon river with Justice & Mercy International. A Southern transplant, she delights in college football, long walks and a diner mug of coffee with her closest friends.
A self-taught chef who learned the basics of cooking from her grandmother and mother in Brazil, Regina Pinto has traveled through the U.S. and U.K., merging the flavors of her childhood with each new destination. She is a chocolatier and pastry chef, and the former owner of the Blushing Berry in Tenn., where she created truffles and desserts for some of Nashville’s most famous brands, including Arrington Vineyards, Belle Meade Winery and The Hermitage Hotel. She thinks of cooking as a way to express her love for others and finds the greatest joy in seeing people delight in her dishes, especially her family, as she is the mother of two and grandmother of three. Regina is active with Justice and Mercy international in the Amazon.
Bob Whitaker, Jr., president of Whitaker House, and Xavier Cornejo, director of the publisher’s Spanish Division, have announced the appointment of Mariana Tafura as the division’s sales manager.
David Platt, pastor, international speaker, and founder of Radical Inc., is hosting the live
NASHVILLE, Sept. 4, 2019 — FaithWords, a division of Hachette Book Group, is pleased to announce its most significant kids publication to date, adding to an already-popular collection of FaithWords kid’s books by author Phil Vischer: the Laugh and Learn Bible for Kids.
September 5, 2019 — Paraclete Press welcomes submissions for the Paraclete Poetry Prize. Winners will be announced on April 1, 2020. First prize: $1,000 honorarium and book publication in Fall 2020. Second prize: $250 honorarium and book publication in Spring 2021.
CAROL STREAM, Ill. (September 5, 2019)—Beth Moore, bestselling author, beloved Bible teacher, and speaker, has written Chasing Vines, in which she shares how everything changes when you discover the true meaning of a fruitful, God-pleasing life that matters. Chasing Vines is scheduled for release from Tyndale House Publishers (@TyndaleHouse) on February 4, 2020.
Ada, Mich. (September 7, 2019)—Baker Publishing Group is pleased to announce the promotions of Nathan Henrion and Mark Rice. Nathan will serve as the Executive Vice President of Sales. Mark will take on the newly formed position of Executive Vice President of Marketing, Ada Divisions. These combined positions fill the vacancy of Dave Lewis’s retirement in September, and both positions report to the President/CEO.




