COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., — Monday, November 17, 2025 — Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group is introducing Grace Corner, a new digital platform that brings together trusted voices and leading faith-based content in one accessible destination. The platform will officially launch in the first quarter of 2026 and reflects PRH Christian’s ongoing commitment to expanding how readers experience and interact with Christian books and Gospel-centered resources.

Since its establishment last year, PRH Christian has focused on broadening its reach and strengthening relationships with readers. Grace Corner extends that strategy by bringing the group’s publishing expertise into a direct-to-consumer environment—integrating content, commerce, and meaningful engagement to serve audiences in new ways.

The Grace Corner logo features four interlocking shapes that form a cross-like symbol, designed to convey a sense of welcome, connection, and belonging. The emblem reflects the spirit of the Grace Corner community—an inviting space where people are inspired to gather, grow, and find encouragement together.

“When Grace Corner launches early next year, our desire is to meet Christian readers where they are—with resources that are grounded in Scripture, centered on faith, and relevant to everyday life,” said Campbell Wharton, Senior Vice President and Publisher of PRH Christian. “Grace Corner brings that calling to life in a new way, offering an online space where believers can be encouraged, equipped, and motivated to grow in their relationship with God and with one another.”

The Grace Corner platform will feature:

• Streaming curriculum and Bible studies designed for individual, family, and group study
• Immersive devotionals and practical tools to inspire individuals, equip families, and support church leaders
• A dedicated hub for Bible resources
• Live events and virtual gatherings with beloved Christian authors, pastors, and teachers
• An e-commerce experience, offering books and audiobooks from established Christian voices
• A faith-based community space where readers can come together in their walk with God

Grace Corner will embody PRH Christian’s vision to serve as a home where readers can discover Christian authors who write distinctive, inspirational, and culturally relevant works.

About PRH Christian
Penguin Random House Christian Publishing includes the imprints WaterBrook, Multnomah, Image, Align Insight, Ink & Willow, and WaterBrook Children’s. Together, these publishing programs connect readers with biblical wisdom, authentic storytelling, and transformative ideas that strengthen faith and inspire action. PRH Christian is a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.

Contact:  Beverly Rykerd, VP/Publicity Director, brykerd@penguinrandomhouse.com

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – The Evangelical Christian Press Association (ECPA) honored five releases from Holman Bibles and B&H Publishing Group, imprints of Lifeway Christian Resources, as winners in the 2025 Top Shelf Book Cover Awards.

“These awards honor the incredible talent and dedication of our design and editorial teams,” said Andy McLean, publisher for Holman Bibles. “Each cover reflects our commitment to not only treasuring biblical truth but also creating customer delight through beautiful, thoughtful designs.”

The Top Shelf Book Cover Awards recognize “the best book design in Christian publishing.” Winners were announced in an online event Oct. 31.

“Reading a book is not merely the reflection of sentences and paragraphs bouncing off our eyeballs,” said Devin Maddox, publisher of B&H Books. “Reading is a visually immersive, tactile experience from the moment we see a book cover across the room at our local bookstore, feel the spine in our hands and scan the typesetting. Well-published books are well designed, which is why Top Shelf Awards are important to recognize in our industry.”

Covers are judged by top designers in the publishing industry for their merits in appropriateness for the market, level of conceptual thinking and quality of execution, according to the ECPA.

“I am constantly amazed by the passion and excellence our creatives bring to this kingdom work,” said Joey Kiker, director of Lifeway Creative. “These projects often take months or even years before they reach the hands of readers, so it’s incredibly rewarding to see their efforts recognized. We’re proud of them.”

Winners from imprints of Lifeway Christian Resources include:

“CSB Explorer Bible for Kids,” Underwater Adventure LeatherTouch

• Bible Category
• Holman Bibles, publisher
• Jeff Godby, art director
• Nate Farro, design and illustration
• Judge’s comments: “For a kids Bible, I was struck by how fun the cover is without it being so overly vivid….The deep-sea theme conveys the idea of exploring the unknown and is a nice visual parallel to introducing kids to the Bible.”

“CSB Jesus Daily Bible,” Brown Cloth Over Board

• Bible Category
• Holman Bibles, publisher
• Jeff Godby, art director
• Stephen Crotts, design and illustration
• Judge’s comments: “Here is a nice balance between the textured art and caseside, paired with the foil details which add reverence.”

“Home with God” by Kyle Worley

• Nonfiction Category
• B&H Publishing Group, publisher
• Susan Browne, art director
• Jeff Miller, designer
• Judge’s comments: “It’s hard to go wrong with this lovely, tasteful entry. The typography is classic and airy, complemented beautifully by a warm, inviting color palette that evokes a sense of connection and home.”

“Raised in Splendor” by Jason Alligood

• Nonfiction Category
• B&H Publishing Group, publisher
• Susan Browne, art director
• Jeff Miller, designer
• Judge’s comments: “This cover is deceptively challenging to execute—something we’ve all attempted at one point. Nicely done; it’s the kind of design you’d proudly display on your coffee table or give to a friend without hesitation.”

“The Storyteller’s Bible” by Kathryn Butler, illustrated by Aeden and Natalie Peterson

• Children’s Category
• B&H Kids, publisher
• Diana Lawrence, designer
• Cover illustration by Alida Massari and Diana Lawrence
• Judge’s Comments: “The illustration’s stylized rendering and warm palette lend a sense of both artistry and approachability. Combined with the hand-lettered typography, the cover feels tactile, timeless and truly special.”

ECPA is the trade association for Christian Publishing, dedicated to resourcing its members through networking, information and advocacy.

More information about the Top Shelf Award program can be found at topshelfaward.org.
High quality cover images can be found here.

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. Holman Bible Publishers and B&H Publishing Group are both imprints of Lifeway. 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

AUSTIN, Texas, November 4, 2025— Renowned author Mark Batterson, whose writing has inspired millions to dream big, pray hard, and think long, has reached an incredible milestone: 10 million copies in print worldwide. This achievement underscores the resonance of his message and the countless lives his work has touched.

“Mark Batterson’s writing has inspired millions to live out their faith with courage and purpose, and reaching 10 million copies in print is a testament to the impact of his message,” said Campbell Wharton, senior vice president and publisher at Penguin Random House Christian. “At Multnomah, where we have had the privilege of publishing more than 15 of Mark’s books, we are deeply honored to walk alongside him in this journey. His new book Gradually Then Suddenly captures this moment perfectly, as it reflects the quiet, steady work of faith that ultimately transforms lives in extraordinary ways.”

As the founding pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., Batterson has become a creative force for spiritual and community renewal in the nation’s capital. His ministry extends well beyond Sunday services. With his congregation, they transformed local landmarks into centers of hope and connection, including Ebenezer’s Coffeehouse on Capitol Hill, a café and community hub that reinvests its profits into outreach; the DC Dream Center, which provides mentoring and service programs for youth and families; and The Capitol Turnaround, a historic space now revitalized for worship, education, and cultural events. Batterson also serves as a speaker and chaplain to professional athletes, sharing faith-centered leadership insights that resonate in both locker rooms and boardrooms.

For Batterson, the 10 million–copy milestone is not just a commercial success but a deeper sign of answered prayers and enduring purpose. He shares that he doesn’t see “a book sold as a book sold, but a prayer answered.” His books have become a means to extend his ministry far beyond Washington, D.C., reaching readers around the world with the same message of faith, risk, and purpose that fuels his work at National Community Church.

Gradually Then Suddenly is available today, November 4, 2025, from major booksellers and online retailers.

About Mark Batterson
Mark Batterson is a New York Times bestselling author of numerous influential titles and serves as lead visionary of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. His work spans leadership, spiritual growth, and cultural engagement, and has been translated into more than 25 languages and published in over 50 countries.

About Multnomah
Multnomah is an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Multnomah has served as publisher of 15 books by Mark Batterson, including such bestsellers such as In a Pit with A Lion on a Snowy Day, Chase the Lion, Whisper, A Million Little Miracles, and children’s books, including The Best Worst Day Ever co-authored with Summer Batterson Dailey.  For more information visit www.waterbrookmultnomah.com.

Media Contacts:
Esther Fedorkevich, Founder and CEO, The Fedd Agency, (512) 494-6511, Esther@thefeddagency.com, thefeddagency.com
Brett Benson, Publicity Manager, PRH Christian, bbenson@penguinrandomhouse.com

 

Frankfurt am Main, November 4, 2025 – With its new white paper, “Young Adult & New Adult in Audio,” Fabely, Bookwire’s audiobook brand, has published a comprehensive analysis of two genres that are currently dominating not only bestseller lists but also social media. The white paper, publicly presented at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025, highlights why Young Adult (YA) and New Adult (NA) are much more than mere trend categories – namely, they are an expression of a young, digital reading culture that experiences stories emotionally, communally, and increasingly audiovisually.

“The Young Adult (YA) and New Adult (NA) genres are a reflection of our times,” says John Ruhrmann, Co-CEO & Co-Founder of Bookwire. “They address social realities that directly affect young people – and they do so with an emotional directness that is particularly powerful in audio format. The Fabely white paper presented by our experts offers an in-depth analysis of current market trends, listening habits, and community dynamics for the first time in around 30 pages. It is aimed at publishers, authors, media partners, and anyone who wants to understand how this content shapes a young generation – and vice versa.”

The white paper is now available for free download at https://www.fabely.com/en/young-new-adult-whitepaper.

About Fabely
Since October 2024, Fabely has been the independent recommendation platform for audiobook fans and an effective marketing tool for the audiobook industry. With curated lists and central access to over 250,000 titles available from partners such as Spotify, BookBeat, and Thalia, Fabely helps listeners quickly find the right audiobook in the growing audio market. For audiobook professionals, Fabely also offers a user-centric platform to create visibility and reach target groups in a targeted manner – with customizable profiles, thematic audiobook lists, and direct links to shops and streaming platforms. In addition, Fabely provides additional reach via social media, newsletters, podcasts, and trade fair appearances.

About Bookwire
Bookwire GmbH was founded in Frankfurt in 2010 as a service company for the distribution of e-books and digital content. Since then, Bookwire has developed into one of the leading international companies in the field of digital publishing technology. The company currently has over 150 employees in Germany, the UK, Spain, France, Brazil, Italy, and the US, serving more than 3,500 publishers in the areas of e-books, audiobooks, podcasts, and print-on-demand. Around 1,800,000 e-books and 300,000 audiobooks are delivered, analyzed, and marketed across all relevant distribution channels using the “Bookwire OS – One Solution” software. In addition to the latest technology, Bookwire GmbH’s publishing customers also benefit from the individual support of Publishers Relations & Marketing Managers, who provide customers with comprehensive support. Bookwire GmbH is managed by its founders Jens Klingelhöfer (CEO) and John Ruhrmann (CO-CEO) as well as Christian Lindemann (COO) and, in addition to its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and its “Development Hub” in Dortmund, also has branches in Barcelona, London, Milan, São Paulo, New York, and Paris.

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

From Bob Goff and MercyMe’s Bart Millard, to Dr. Preston Sprinkle and Latin Recording Artist Christine D’Clario

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., November 5, 2025—Christian publisher David C Cook, a ministry of Cook Media Global, announced its spring 2026 new releases today, featuring titles from multiple bestselling and award-winning authors in the Christian and religious book space.

New titles set for release from David C Cook in spring 2026 include:

A Journey with Jesus by Bob Goff (Feb. 3, 2026)—With immersive teaching filmed on location in the Holy Land, this eight-week, video-led Bible study from New York Times–bestselling author Bob Goff invites you to walk where Jesus walked, see Scripture with fresh eyes, and follow Him with greater love and purpose.

Even If: Trusting God Through the Fire by Bart and Shannon Millard (Feb. 3, 2026)—Picking up where the bestselling book and film I Can Only Imagine left off, this true story of heartache and hope from MercyMe’s lead singer, Bart Millard, and his wife, Shannon, shows us that even our deepest wounds can become windows to God’s grace.

From Genesis to Junia by New York Times-bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle (March 3, 2026)—Sprinkle challenges assumptions and models gracious theological inquiry in this thoughtful exploration of what the Bible says about women in church leadership.

Healing in the Desert by worship leader and award-winning multi-lingual recording artist Christine D’Clario(March 3, 2026)—D’Clario knows firsthand what it means to break down—and how God puts us back together. This beautifully vulnerable, ultimately hope-filled book shares her ongoing journey of healing and extends a tender call to care for every part of who we are without fear or guilt.

“David C Cook authors share relatable, real-life stories that lend Biblical insight to everyday situations,” said Linda Howard, executive publisher at David C Cook. “These new titles will help believers in all stages of their walk with God, and we are proud to work with authors who are making a difference for Christ.”

High-resolution images of the titles and authors are available here.

About David C Cook
Part of the Cook Media Global family, David C Cook Publishing is a nonprofit ministry that exists to equip individuals and church leaders with vital learning and worship resources and engage all ages of believers to experience the transforming power of the gospel through media. Read more about David C Cook Publishing at davidccook.org.

CONTACT:  Alli Ehrhardt, 541.973.1994

 

DANBURY, CT, November 5, 2025 – Westchester Publishing Services and 2K/Denmark are excited to announce an exclusive partnership bringing Sustainable Typesetting® to publishers worldwide. This collaboration combines 2K/Denmark’s innovative Sustainable Typesetting® solutions with Westchester’s extensive editorial, production, and digital conversion expertise, empowering publishers to meet sustainability goals, enhance readability, and improve profitability.

What is Sustainable Typesetting ®?

Sustainable Typesetting® is a proven method that:

• Reduces page count by up to 20%, resulting in lower paper, printing, transport, and storage costs.
• Improves readability of standard and large-print content, with enhanced typeface design and optimized white-space distribution to ensure superior legibility and reading comfort.
• Reduces carbon footprint by up to 20%, supporting compliance with global sustainability regulations such as EUDR, CSRD, and California’s Scope 3.
• Seamlessly integrates with EPUB files that meet global digital accessibility standards.

Deb Taylor, President of Westchester Publishing Services, stated, “Publishers entrust their publication projects to Westchester because of the high-quality editorial and production services we provide. Our partnership with 2K/Denmark underscores our continued dedication to innovation and quality, by offering our clients the capability to produce their publications in a way that is both highly readable and more environmentally sustainable.”

Klaus E. Krogh, CEO of 2K/Denmark, added, “By combining 2K/Denmark’s Sustainable Typesetting® with Westchester’s production expertise, publishers who have been searching for a solution that will embrace more eco-friendly publishing practices without compromising readability now have a clear path forward.”

Tyler M. Carey, Chief Revenue Officer for Westchester Publishing Services, emphasized, “Publishers who are partnering with Westchester for editorial, production, and digital conversion solutions can now incorporate Sustainable Typesetting® into their preferred domestic, UK, and offshore workflows. This unique partnership empowers our clients to meet their sustainability goals and reduce printing and shipping costs at the same time.”

Industry Recognition
Sustainable Typesetting® has earned the Sustainable Typesetting Badge, an Environmental Accreditation Badge from Book Industry Communication (BIC), and is a registered trademark owned by 2K/Denmark.

Informational Webinar
To help publishers understand the benefits of integrating Sustainable Typesetting® into their workflows, Westchester and 2K/Denmark will host a free 30-minute webinar on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The session will cover how Sustainable Typesetting® can be used across different publication formats, and its potential to provide publishers with significant cost savings. Additional details and registration are available at: westchesterpublishingservices.com

About 2K/Denmark
2K/Denmark is a design firm known for its pioneering work in book layout, font development, and accessibility-focused publishing solutions. Founded in 1987 by Klaus E. Krogh, 2K/Denmark has long been at the forefront of typographic innovation, helping publishers create visually compelling and reader-friendly books. The company’s commitment to sustainability and readability is reflected in its development of Sustainable Typesetting®, a design methodology that reduces environmental impact while enhancing the reading experience.

About Westchester Publishing Services
Founded in 1969 and US-employee-owned, Westchester Publishing Services supports over 600 publishers with project management, editorial, composition, education content authoring, design, and digital conversion services. With wholly owned operations in the U.S., UK, and India, Westchester Publishing Services delivers high-quality, cost-effective solutions for trade, academic, journal, and educational publishers. Clients include Macmillan, Princeton University Press, ABRAMS, The MIT Press, Sourcebooks, and many more. For more information, visit www.westchesterpublishingservices.com or contact info@westchesterpubsvcs.com.

November 2025 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) is pleased to announce that two cover designs were chosen for the 2025 Top Shelf Book Cover Awards by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA). The winning IVP covers in the nonfiction category were Disarming Leviathan, designed by David Fassett, and Front Porch Wisdom, designed by Jeff Miller.

“IVP has always valued participation in ECPA events, and the Top Shelf Awards has been particularly important to us over the years. This year we are so pleased to be recognized for two of our covers,” said Amy Cerra, senior art director at IVP. “Former art director and designer, David Fassett, has rightfully been recognized over the years for his incredible book cover designs, and his cover design for Disarming Leviathan once again hit the mark by engaging with drama and danger. Likewise, we are so pleased with the reception of the beautiful and poignant cover design for Front Porch Wisdom, designed by Jeff Miller and Faceout Studio.”

Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor by Caleb E. Campbell provides a deeper understanding of the modern American Christian Nationalist movements and their relationship to American Evangelicalism. Campbell also explores why so many people are drawn to it. Fassett’s cover design captures the image of the serpent, representing the subtle spiritual forces at work in the American political landscape.

Miller, former associate creative director at Faceout Studio, designed the cover for Front Porch Wisdom: Navigating Leadership Pressures and Barriers as a Woman of Color by Froswa’ Booker-Drew. This title celebrates the achievements and struggles of women of color in leadership, which is portrayed through the overall design elements. The Top Shelf Awards judges said, “One of our favorite covers—everything works seamlessly. The typography is beautifully balanced, and the color palette is both strong and unexpectedly fresh.”

Cerra, who joined IVP in April 2025, said she is excited by the impactful work of these designers and is looking forward to building on the rich history of design at IVP. “Our mission is to create and publish resources that deepen lives in Christ to engage the university, the church, and the world. Design is one of the important tools we use to connect with our readers, and we look forward to many more years of creating engaging and beautiful books that share the truth of the gospel with the world.”

See the complete list of award-winning cover designs and judges’ comments at TopShelfAward.org.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

Raising Worry-Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys reach six-figure sales milestone

Grand Rapids, MI. – Baker Publishing Group is pleased to announce two bestselling parenting resources from counselors and podcast hosts Sissy Goff and David Thomas have each surpassed 100,000 copies sold.

Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP (Bethany House, September 2019) and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas, LMSW (Bethany House, June 2022).

“This sales milestone is a testament to the powerful impact of Sissy and David’s work,” says Jeff Braun, Nonfiction Acquisitions Editor at Baker Publishing Group. “We’re honored to see so many parents embracing the transformative insights these books offer.”

Goff and Thomas serve as Executive Directors of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville and are licensed counselors, sought-after speakers, and cohosts of the Raising Boys and Girls podcast, which has been downloaded more than 13 million times.

“Reaching 100,000 readers feels both humbling and surreal,” says Goff. “Knowing this book has found its way into so many homes and hearts is the greatest reward.”

Together, the authors have written 25 books on parenting and child development and are frequent guests on national media outlets including NBC News, CNN, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, Christianity Today, The Washington Post, and USA Today.

“We are blown away by the reception for these two books,” adds Thomas. “Parents everywhere are craving a more intentional way to raise their children.”

For more information, visit raisingboysandgirls.com.

About the Authors
Sissy Goff, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP, and David Thomas, LMSW, have spent more than thirty years counseling children, teens, and families as the Executive Directors of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee. Their bestselling titles include The Worry-Free Parent and Are My Kids on Track? Connect with them at raisingboysandgirls.com or on Instagram @sissygoff and @raisingboysandgirls.

About Bethany House
Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group, publishes industry-leading fiction and bestselling, Christ-centered nonfiction. For more information, visit bakerpublishinggroup.com/bethanyhouse.

Contact:  Kelli B. Smith, ksmith@bakerpublishinggroup.com

November 10, 2026 – In her newest book, Fight for Joy, Michele Howe shares her journey of grief and trial and shows you how God’s presence makes joy worth fighting for.

With tender honesty, biblical wisdom, prayers, and practical steps, she shows how you can experience enduring joy despite impossible circumstances, and we can know God’s perfect peace, joy, and inner calmness as we turn to Jesus in our heartache, pain, and confusion. Rest in God’s daily mercies—no matter what tomorrow holds.

“Howe addresses the too-often Christian notion that we will have a life of continuous joy when, in fact, we must fight for it. She shares authentic experiences and reminds us of God’s presence in each one. The reminders are perfect for anyone who is going through troubling times. I can think of many times when it would’ve ministered to me, and I’m sure it will in the future. This book, which is sure to be a Christian classic, ought to be a resource for every counselor and pastor so they can share its wisdom.”
— Gail Cawley Showalter, Author of Living, Learning, Loving

Fight for Joy is available now from CLC Publications:  https://www.clcpublications.com/shop/fight-for-joy-discovering-peace-in-impossible-circumstances/.

Michele Howe is the author of thirty books to help encourage Christians of all ages, including Finding Freedom and Joy in Self-Forgetfulness, Serving as Jesus Served, and The Humble Life. She has also published thousands of articles, reviews, and curricula. Each of her books focuses on unpacking biblical principles so as to obey and apply God’s truth in daily life.

CLC Publications is the English language publishing house for CLC Ministries International. Headquartered in Fort Washington, PA, CLC has published books for the Deeper Christian Life for over 50 years.

Contact:  Kaitlin Hakes, Marketing and Customer Service Associate, kaitlin.hakes@clcpublications.com

WaterBrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, has acquired three titles from Alabaster Co.—the innovative publisher known for integrating visual imagery and thoughtful design into Scripture—in a groundbreaking partnership that expands Alabaster’s acclaimed aesthetic approach to new readers.

The new line, The Bible Beautiful with Alabaster, launches with The Gospels Collection, featuring the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John paired with stunning photography, offering a beautiful Bible experience in a fresh format. Two Bible studies will follow, beginning with a study on the book of Genesis.

The partnership brings Alabaster’s vision—for all of humanity to experience God as beautiful—to a broader audience through thoughtfully designed products that integrate beauty into every aspect of faith.

The Gospels Collection is scheduled for publication in Summer 2027. World rights to all three titles were acquired by Executive Editor Drew Dixon from Maria Ribas at Stonesong, in partnership with Alabaster Co. leaders Samuel Han and Brian Chung.

Alabaster Co. started in 2016 with the Bible, integrating visual imagery and thoughtful design into books of the Bible and with the mission to bring forth beauty in the world. Its stunning and highly designed Bibles, Bible studies, and books have been featured in such media outlets as Fox News, Vanity Fair, Washington Post, New Yorker and Christianity Today, receiving such praise as “each book is its own work of art.”

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