Bloomington, Minn. (July 18, 2019)—Award-winning, bestselling author Julie Klassen has reached over a million readers with her compelling Regency fiction novels. Bethany House Publishers staff gathered together this month to celebrate this milestone with reader tributes, a speech by Klassen, and—of course—tea and scones.
Klassen worked in publishing as a fiction editor for sixteen years before becoming a full-time writer. She is a self-described “lover of all things Jane Austen and Jane Eyre,” and many of her stories include subtle nods to them. Her debut novel, Lady of Milkweed Manor, was one of the first inspirational novels set in Regency England. Since then, she has written a total of fourteen novels, all taking place in England between 1811 and 1820, the time period in which many of Jane Austen’s novels are set. Some have an air of gothic mystery, others explore charming countryside village life, but all are beloved by readers for their compelling characters and page-turning plots.
During her career, Klassen has received extensive recognition for her achievements, including three Christy Awards, the Minnesota Book Award for genre fiction, the Midwest Book Award, and Christian Retailing’s Best award.
Her annual book launch event at Barnes & Noble each year is always standing room only, as more than one hundred readers gather to have a book signed and listen to Klassen speak about topics as diverse as coaching inns and period wedding traditions—sometimes while she’s dressed in a proper Regency gown, spencer, and bonnet.
Contact: Amy Green, 952-828-2596, agreen@bethanyhouse.com
Praise for Julie Klassen’s Novels:
“Klassen draws on Jane Austen’s impeccably crafted novels in her latest richly nuanced and superbly written inspirational Regency romance.”
—Booklist starred review of The Painter’s Daughter
“Klassen blends her tale well; each ingredient—romance, friendship, mystery—is measured to produce a lively tale that will satisfy Regency aficionados and general readers, too.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Apothecary’s Daughter
“Klassen has combined all kinds of reader-favorite elements in this mystery romance, including a grand estate, inscrutable villagers, a family tragedy and the first sweet buds of a love story . . . a gem for Regency and inspirational readers alike.”
—BookPage on The Secret of Pembrooke Park
Nashville, Tenn, July 17, 2019 – WriterFest Nashville, a creative gathering for aspiring writers, published authors, screenwriters, poets and songwriters, returns to the Lipscomb University campus this fall. Lipsomb’s College of Arts & Entertainment will host WriterFest Nashville 2019 on Friday/Saturday, November 22-23, 2019. Registration is open now at
NEW YORK—New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Cahn is releasing his newest book, “
Emma Mae Jenkins, a young writer, has inspired many with the freedom she has to be herself—a dearly loved child of God. In her first book, Be Loved, she invites readers to join her on a journey of life-changing faith and the freedom that comes from knowing the love of God.
Grand Rapids, MI—The public is invited to a special evening filled with top fiction writers, book signings, selfie opportunities, and giveaways. Selfies & Signings takes place at 7 pm, Friday, August 9, at Baker Book House, 2768 East Paris Ave SE, Grand Rapids.
CAROL STREAM, ILL. (07/29/2019) –Tyndale House Publishers (@tyndalehouse) has announced that it will release a third edition of its Life Application Study Bible in October 2019. More than 20 million copies of the LASB have been sold since it was first published in 1988, making it the bestselling study Bible in the world. Now it has been thoroughly updated and expanded, offering even more relevant insights for understanding and applying God’s Word to everyday life in today’s world.
Discovery House Publishers is pleased to announce the release of “A Voice as Soft as a Honey Bee’s Flutter,” the new book from award-winning author and illustrator, Jan Spivey Gilchrist. The hardcover children’s book, which is part of the “Be Still and Know Stories” series, is available now in hardcover wherever books are sold.
Carol Stream, Ill. (July 10, 2019) Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release
Carol Stream, Ill. (July 10, 2019) Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release God, Where Are You?, the second book in the Adventures with the King: His Little Princess series, and The Lord’s Army, the second book in the Adventures with the King: His Mighty Warrior series, on September 3, 2019.
The Lord’s Army
[NASHVILLE, TENN., July 15, 2019 —] B&H Publishing is proud to announce its acquisition of prolific speaker, columnist, podcast host and author Daniel Darling for a book outlining a biblical vision for communication in the social media age.




