BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Holman Bible Publishers has partnered with In His Grip Golf to create the “CSB In His Grip Golfer’s Bible,” releasing Nov. 1, to help golfers deepen their relationship with God.

Golf and faith have long been linked. Many notable professional golfers like Payne Stewart, who passed in 1999, and Scottie Scheffler, the current No. 1 ranked player in the world and a member of the U.S. Ryder Cup team, have used the platform of golf to declare their faith in Jesus Christ.

“We believe that golf is more than a game. It’s a gateway to the gospel,” said Scott Lehman, founder and president of In His Grip Golf.

Founded in 2007, In His Grip Golf is a nonprofit ministry dedicated to reaching men through the game of golf and equipping them to lead their families and communities. They do this through Bible study groups on courses across the U.S., as well as online videos and resources.

Going Deeper in the Scriptures

The “CSB In His Grip Golfer’s Bible” includes full-color inserts, study helps and a section that reflects the ministry’s devotional format with insights and analogies between golf and life.

“This Bible is a perfect means to encourage and equip golfers to deepen their relationship with God,” said Andy McLean, publisher for Holman Bibles. “So many people desire to know God better but aren’t sure where to start. This Bible not only provides practical instructions and devotions, but also points golfers to the In His Grip ministry, which helps foster biblical community in the lives of men.”

“We don’t just hand them God’s Word—we show them how to get a daily grip on it through the G.R.I.P. Method,” said Lehman.

The acronym for “God’s word, reveal, implement and prayer” leads readers to engage a portion of Scripture, pray and consider its applications. Designed to be compact and portable, the Bible can fit into a golf bag.

Reaching Men in America

Over 47 million people play golf in the U.S. and over 80% of those are male, according to the National Golf Foundation.

The “CSB In His Grip Golfer’s Bible” includes information about In His Grip Life Groups so men can join a group at their local golf course.

“Every Bible is an open door into a brotherhood of men who are also learning to live with a daily grip on God’s Word,” said Lehman. “Together, we encourage one another, grow in faith, and build a community that is leaving a legacy for generations to come.

“The Golfer’s Bible is more than a gift—it’s a game-changing movement of men who are choosing to live anchored in God’s truth.”

Holman Bible Publishers is the oldest Bible publisher in North America, publishing high-quality Bibles and reference resources that are trustworthy, accessible and useful for the pursuit of lifelong discipleship. Print and digital releases include the award-winning “CSB Explorer Bible for Kids,” the “CSB She Reads Truth Bible,” the “CSB Oswald Chambers Bible” and the “Rainbow Study Bible.” Holman Bibles is a subsidiary of B&H Publishing Group, and imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources.

The Christian Standard Bible (CSB) is a highly trustworthy, faithful translation that is proven to be an optimal blend of accuracy and readability. It’s as literal to the original as possible without sacrificing clarity. Published by Holman Bible Publishers, the CSB is poised to become the translation that pastors rely on and Bible readers turn to again and again to read and to share with others.

The mission of In His Grip Golf is to encourage and equip men to get a daily G.R.I.P. on God’s Word and connect to an authentic community through the game of golf, based on Proverbs 3:5-6. Its vision is to make disciples that will have an impact for Christ in their home, at work and on the course, reflecting Matthew 28:19-20.

Written by Jill Waggoner, a writer for Lifeway Christian Resources.

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

September 2025 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) has announced that Tyndale House Publishers will serve as the exclusive global distributor for its IVP Español imprint.

“As we continue to grow our list of Spanish titles, we are extremely grateful for this partnership with Tyndale House Publishers that opens up new distribution channels for important IVP Español resources to reach readers around the world,” said Shane White, IVP’s vice president of sales, marketing, and publicity.

The partnership is set to launch this fall, marking a new collaborative chapter between IVP and Tyndale. Under the agreement, IVP will retain oversight of marketing, editorial, acquisitions, and printing, while Tyndale, as exclusive global distributor of the new Spanish IVP titles, will lend its established sales and distribution experience to help reach a wider audience.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with IVP to help them gain a broad global distribution of their new Spanish list of titles. These titles will reach new and existing consumers and leaders throughout the world,” said Peter Cerra, senior director of international publishing and sales at Tyndale. “The addition of these new voices and content to the Tyndale Spanish product selection is exciting.”

The IVP Español imprint includes Bible studies from our bestselling series as well as apologetics resources, theological books, and practical guides for spiritual growth.

“IVP has always had a heart for developing a diversity of thoughts and voices,” said Terumi Echols, publisher and president at IVP. “This partnership is the culmination of dreams and discussions about ministering more broadly to the Spanish-speaking world. Peter Cerra provided remarkable collaborative leadership, guiding the process with wisdom and care, and we look forward to seeing how God uses this partnership with Tyndale House Publishers to open up ministry opportunities around the world.”

For a complete list of IVP Español resources visit ivpress.com.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025–New York Times bestselling author John Mark Comer’s and the ministry Practicing the Way’s Sabbath Meditations, a collection of readings and Bible passages inviting readers into intentional Sabbath practice with their family or faith community, enabling them to more fully experience a day set apart, will be published by WaterBrook.

Scheduled for April 2026, world rights were acquired by Campbell Wharton, publisher of PRH Christian, for WaterBrook in an exclusive submission, with Madison Trammel, editorial director of PRH Christian, serving as editor. John Mark Comer and Practicing the Way are represented by Mike Salisbury and Curtis Yates of Yates & Yates.

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

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

Over thirty Christian leaders worldwide unite in a message of love and healing

Pittsburgh, PA (September 9, 2025) — What does Christian unity look like today? In newly released Dear Unity: Overdue Love Letters to Heal a Divided Church, more than thirty Christian leaders from different dominations across the globe come together to share their personal reflections, teachings, and backstories to unite the body of Christ and heal the world. These letters of love, encouragement, and forgiveness include contributions from leaders such as Francis Chan, Darlene Zschech, Cardinal P. Raniero Cantalamessa, Nicky Gumbel, Heidi Baker, Bill Johnson, Bo Sanchez, and Randy Clark.

How did the Dear Unity Movement start?

During the Global Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in January 2024, Australian entrepreneur Philip Ryall and his wife Jennie invited more than sixty church leaders from various Christian backgrounds and denominations into their home for what they hoped would be the first of many Unity Meals around the world. The meal was such a success it turned into a movement to heal the broken relationships between churches.

What is Dear Unity’s goal?

Dear Unity brings a whole new perspective on the way we view our fellow believers, encouraging Christians to reach across the expanse of differences in dogmas and doctrines and be one in Christ. “The time has come for believers to drag Christian unity out of the Dark Ages and into the glorious light of a new global connectivity,” writes the movement’s founder and General Editor Philip Ryall.

Starting with influential figures within the global church, the Dear Unity Movement is designed to involve everyone, from the leaders to the layperson, to move beyond any past walls of division and embrace what unites us at our core. It is a new vision for Christianity, one that unites instead of divides, fostering experiences and expressions of love between brothers and sisters in the Body of Christ. Ryall is at the heart of this movement and ready to bring this message of unity, forgiveness, and understanding to as many people as possible.

Dear Unity released in August with official launches in three countries—the U.S., Canada, and Australia—with multiple guest contributors present at each. Ryall hopes to continue bringing together voices from churches far and wide.

Whitaker House is a well-established publisher of contemporary and classic Christian literature, founded in 1970. A division of Whitaker Corporation, it has been a trusted source of biblically focused books for nearly 50 years.

Please contact publicity@whitakerhouse.com for media and booking questions.

Abilene, TX — To be healed is simply to live a life fully felt—not perfect and not pain-free, but beautiful anyway. In the depths of our struggles, it’s easy to feel alone—unseen, unheard, and unsure if healing is even possible. Brittany Tinsley, a self-injury recovery advocate, offers a beacon of hope for those in seasons of suffering as she shares her deeply personal journey from self-harm to healing. She invites readers to join her on a transformative path from isolation to connection, fear to hope, and hurt to wholeness.

Divided into three insightful parts, Stories Our Scars Tell explores the lingering questions that haunt us, the comforting words we long to hear, and the strength found in embracing our struggles. Tinsley’s dual perspective as both an expert and someone who has walked through the darkness of self- harm provides a unique and compassionate guide for readers. Speaking to the heart of identity, self-worth, and the pursuit of hope, Stories Our Scars Tell is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t happen overnight but is a continual reckoning between who we’ve been, who we are, and who we’d like to become.

“The most difficult (and yet most freeing) thing we can do is share the parts of us we’d never want anyone to see. Brittany is living proof of what that level of transparency promises to offer. Brittany’s vulnerable telling of her story will not only inspire you but will begin to unlock that same kind of freedom and healing in your own story.”
—Davey Blackburn, author, host of the Nothing Is Wasted podcast, founder of Nothing Is Wasted Ministries

Brittany Tinsley is a writer and speaker who shares her own story of self-injury to offer hope to others. Most recently, Brittany coauthored a chapter in the Oxford Handbook of Non-Suicidal Self-Injury. Her work has also been featured by a variety of nonprofits and publications, including HuffPost, To Write Love on Her Arms, and Fathom magazine.

Stories Our Scars Tell
By Brittany Tinsley
September 2025, Softcover
192 Pages, $17.99
ISBN: 978-1-68426-193-2

Media Contact:  Kaylin Graves, publicity@leafwoodpublishers.com

 

Ada, Mich. (September 9, 2025)—Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group, proudly announces that three of its acclaimed authors—Robin Jones Gunn, Lynette Eason, and Lynn H. Blackburn—received major honors at the 2025 Carol Awards during the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) awards gala held Saturday, September 6, at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, Missouri.

Robin Jones Gunn was bestowed ACFW’s most prestigious recognition, the Lifetime Achievement Award, which celebrated her decades of inspiring readers through fiction and her transformative impact on Christian publishing. The bestselling author of more than 100 books, Gunn has captivated audiences with beloved series including Sisterchicks, the iconic Christy Miller teen series, and her newest Suitcase Sisters series with Revell, featuring Tea with Elephants and Gelato at the Villa.

Lynette Eason claimed the Carol Award in Romantic Suspense for Double Take, which launched her pulse-pounding Lake City Heroes series, followed by Target Acquired, Serial Burn, and Final Approach. Eason is a USA Today bestselling author with many thrilling romantic suspense series including Extreme Measures, Danger Never Sleeps, Blue Justice, Women of Justice, Deadly Reunions, Hidden Identity, and Elite Guardians.

Lynn H. Blackburn received a Carol Award in the Novella category for her gripping work Downfall, featured in the 3-in-1 collection Cornered. Blackburn is the award-winning author of Never Fall Again, as well as the Dive Team Investigations and Defend and Protect series.

Established in 2002, the Carol Awards celebrate excellence in Christian fiction. For the complete list of winners, visit 2025 Carol Award Winners – ACFW.

 

Baker Publishing Group extends heartfelt appreciation to ACFW for their unwavering dedication to developing and honoring authors in inspirational Christian fiction and congratulates all 2025 Carol Award recipients.

Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group, publishes books that help bring the Christian faith to everyday life. Whether through fiction, Christian living, self-help, marriage, family, or youth resources, each Revell publication reflects relevance, integrity, and excellence.

 

September 11, 2025 – Grand Rapids, Michigan – Amplify Marketing Services LLC, a leading book marketing agency specializing in Amazon Ads, is excited to announce it is now offering Amazon Ads on Netflix through the Amazon Demand Side Platform (DSP), giving book publishers powerful new ways to reach highly engaged audiences.

This launch follows Amazon Ads’ recent partnership with Netflix, enabling programmatic buying of ad inventory on the world’s leading streaming platform.

“This partnership represents a major expansion of Amazon Ads’ premium real estate and creates new opportunities for book marketing,” said Franklin Goldberg, Founder of Amplify Marketing Services. “We’re excited to be among the first to make these placements accessible to book publishers—with no minimum budget requirement, a significant departure from Amazon’s standard $35,000 DSP buy-in.”

Amplify will benchmark Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) between DSP and Sponsored Products to determine optimal strategies.

“We are committed to helping our partners evaluate performance metrics and scale efficiently,” added Goldberg. “This is about delivering measurable results while giving our clients access to the most premium and innovative ad inventory available today.”

About Amplify Marketing Services LLC
Amplify Marketing Services LLC is a leader in marketing support for publishers, specializing in Amazon Ads and strategic campaign development tailored to each book’s unique market. Over the last 6 years, Amplify has worked with more than 30 publishers to promote over 50,000 books in every genre (from children’s books to textbooks) and in every ad platform.

Contact:  Franklin Goldberg, CEO, Amplify Marketing Services, 616-929-0105, info@amplifymarketers.com

September 11, 2025–WHEATON, Ill.—Crossway celebrated the release of The Sing! Hymnal at the 2025 Sing! Conference, September 1–3, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference, hosted by hymn writers and recording artists Keith and Kristyn Getty, welcomed 7,000 attendees.

Addressing the Sing! Conference attendees at the Grand Ole Opry, Crossway President and CEO Josh Dennis remarked, “Crossway exists to publish Gospel-centered resources for the building up of the body of Christ and for God’s glory alone. So this hymnal project really is at the heart of the kinds of resources we feel called to invest in and publish.”

The Sing! Hymnal is the first hymnal Crossway has published in its 87-year history. Keith and Kristyn Getty spearheaded the curation of The Sing! Hymnal along with a team of gifted musicians and editors, including pastor and hymn writer Matt Boswell, CityAlight’s co-founder Rich Thompson, and Grammy- and Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter Laura Story, who were in attendance at the 2025 Sing! conference.

“It was a joy to launch The Sing! Hymnal at The Sing! Conference,” remarks Don Jones, Crossway’s Chief Publishing Officer and Bible Publisher. “Keith and Kristyn Getty have been instrumental in the creation of this groundbreaking hymnal, and we are so grateful to them and the entire Getty Music team for partnering with us in the publication of this resource. We pray that The Sing! Hymnal will serve individual Christians, families, and churches for years to come.”

Keith and Kristyn Getty are the founders and leaders of the Getty Music label, publishing house, events company, and foundation, all of which exist to develop and steward modern and traditional hymns globally. Keith and Kristyn’s impact on the church and culture has been recognized internationally with individual and shared distinctions awarded, including an Officer of the Order of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II in 2018, a Fellowship of the Royal School of Church Music, a GRAMMY® nomination, multiple GMA Dove Awards, and three honorary doctorates.

The Sing! Hymnal features 498 timeless classic and contemporary hymns created to deepen worship and foster unity among God’s people through the power of song. The Sing! Hymnal is available in four cover options: hardcover, cloth over board, TruTone over board, and Goatskin leather. A Lay-Flat Edition with Chords is also available. Additional resources can be found at singhymnal.com.

Founded in 1938, Crossway is a not-for-profit global Christian publishing ministry that publishes gospel-centered, Bible-based content to honor our Savior and serve his church. Crossway seeks to help people understand the all-encompassing implications of the gospel and the truth of God’s word—for all of life, for all eternity, and for the glory of God alone. Crossway is the global publisher of the ESV® (English Standard Version®) Bible, more than 1,000 Christian books, and an extensive list of gospel literature. For additional information, visit crossway.org.

Contact:  Lauren Susanto, lsusanto@crossway.org

Colorado Springs, CO (September 15, 2025)—Focus on the Family, in partnership with Tyndale House Publishers, announces the October 7, 2025, release of Manger Throne: Celebrating Christmas through Song by songwriter Tony Wood.

Based on the 2024 Dove Award–winning Christmas Recorded Song of the Year, the book is a 28-day December devotional based on original holiday songs the author has written with or for Phil Wickham, Michael W. Smith, Zach Williams, We Are Messengers, Keith and Kristyn Getty, Francesca Battistelli, Big Daddy Weave, Tasha Layton, for KING & COUNTRY, Kari Jobe, Jordan St. Cyr, Jason Crabb, Mandisa, Paul and Hannah McClure, Jonathan Cain, Stars Go Dim, Point of Grace, Selah, and others.

Each daily chapter includes song lyrics, a Scripture reading, a brief devotional, and a prayer. Several days feature “The Story Behind the Song.” In addition, there are QR codes linking to playlists at Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube that include all the songs in the book. Tony is currently a staff songwriter for CURB/Word Music Publishing.

Manger Throne
by Tony Wood
ISBN: 978-1-64607-197-5 | Hardcover: $22.99
October 7, 2025 | Tyndale.com

Find additional information at the Tyndale Media Center or contact Natalie Wierenga (nataliewierenga@tyndale.com) for media inquiries.

Focus on the Family, which reaches about 38 million people in 120 countries, is a global faith-based ministry that helps families thrive in Christ. Tyndale House Publishers is pleased to partner with Focus on the Family to help provide trusted resources for strengthening believers in their faith and sharing the gospel; building resilient marriages that reflect God’s design; equipping parents to raise their children with a thriving faith; advocating for the preborn, orphaned, and life at every stage; and engaging the culture through a biblical worldview. Visit Focus at FocusOnTheFamily.com or on Facebook and Twitter.

Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Today, Tyndale is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT) and offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a substantial portion of annual revenue—millions of dollars per year—through corporate donations and the work of Tyndale House Foundation. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.

Contact:  Natalie Wierenga, nataliewierenga@tyndale.com, 630.784.5211

Explosive New Book Lands on ‘The New York Times,’ Publishers Weekly Bestseller Lists

NEW YORK (September 15, 2025) ─ With his newest book, THE AVATAR: The Return of the Ancients & the Future of America, Jonathan Cahn has officially scored his 10th bestseller, debuting at No. 1 on Publishers Weekly Hardcover Nonfiction list and No. 3 on The New York Times’ Advice, How-To & Miscellaneous list.

With compelling evidence and groundbreaking insights, THE AVATAR, which released on September 2, 2025, not only brings clarity to past events and their underlying causes but also presents shocking new information that explains what is unfolding in America—and foreshadows what may lie ahead.

“I can’t recommend this book highly enough,” said Stephen Strang, CEO of Charisma Media. “It’s a prophetic wake-up call for every believer—and a powerful tool to share with friends and family who need to understand the spiritual battle raging over our nation.”

Cahn reveals ancient mysteries and addresses prophetic signs that showcase the spiritual warfare present in today’s culture and political climate in THE AVATAR. It exposes how ancient god-kings and goddess-queens have returned to the modern world and are moving in secret behind major cultural and political events—even the recent American presidential election.

THE AVATAR is a historically grounded and bold read that exposes:

• The spiritual collapse of empires which is now mirrored by America’s path,
• Donald Trump’s rise, fall and return—tied to a mysterious ancient ruler,
• The stunning truth behind the assassination attempt of Trump and what it actually signaled,
• The shocking identity of a powerful American figure whose life reflects an ancient, dangerous deity and what it means if this person rises to power and
• What’s at stake for the future of the nation and what Americans should prepare for next.

“This is the most explosive book I’ve ever written and a must-read that exposes the truth behind powerful forces at pivotal time in America’s history,” said Cahn. “THE AVATAR takes the mysteries of my previous book, Return of the Gods, to a whole new level and reveals shocking information about America’s future and the events that affect our everyday lives.”

A New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestseller, THE AVATAR is now available from Charisma at major retailers and online platforms. For more information, visit the Charisma Shop.

About Jonathan Cahn
Jonathan Cahn has been named along with Billy Graham as one of the top spiritual leaders to have radically impacted our world in modern times. He has spoken at the United Nations, on Capitol Hill, to members of Congress, and to millions around the world. Every one of his books, starting with The Harbinger onward, has become a New York Times bestseller. He is recognized as a prophetic voice for our times. His teachings and prophetic words on YouTube have received over 100 million views. He leads Beth Israel at the Jerusalem Center in Wayne, New Jersey, and Hope of the World ministry, a world outreach of God’s Word and compassion to the world’s most needy.