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Revell authors claim triple victory at prestigious 2025 Carol Awards

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

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.

 

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Amplify Marketing Services LLC brings Netflix Ads to book publishers with no minimum ad spend via Amazon DSP

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

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

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Crossway celebrates The Sing! Hymnal launch with Keith and Kristyn Getty at the 2025 Sing! Conference

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

from left to right: Josh Dennis, Bethany Dennis, Kristyn Getty, Keith Getty

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

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Focus on the Family teams up with award-winning songwriter on 28-day Christmas devotional

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

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

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‘THE AVATAR’ debuts at No. 1, marking Jonathan Cahn’s 10th bestseller

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

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.

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10Publishing’s “The Man on the Middle Cross” by Alistair Begg surpasses 150,000 copies sold

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

The Man on the Middle Cross Released September, 2025

Leyland, England, UK – September 09 2025. 10Publishing is pleased to announce that Alistair Begg’s evangelistic book The Man on the Middle Cross has surpassed 150,000 copies sold since its release on September 1st.

“We’re thrilled but not at all surprised that The Man on the Middle Cross has made such an impact,” says 10ofThose President, Jonathan Carswell. “Alistair’s winsome message of Jesus’ invitation to all translated powerfully onto paper and is a much-needed resource. Our prayer is that many will come to put their trust in Christ through the message they read in this book.”

Inspired by Alistair Begg’s viral sermon video clip in 2019, the book retells the stories of three people who engaged with Jesus’ 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?”

Designed for wide distribution, it is an excellent evangelistic resource. As Alistair, Pastor and teacher at Truth for Life, himself says, “there’s no end to the ways in which we can use this book to present Jesus to others. So, avail yourself of as many as you can and use them as widely as you can.”

Along with major retail outlets, the book is sold at 10ofthose.com, who provide the bookstore for Revive our Hearts, The Gospel Coalition, Radical and Getty Music among 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 over 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
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.

 

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A pastor and his therapist become America’s most unexpected mental health duo

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHORS PASTOR JUDAH SMITH AND PSYCHOLOGIST DR. LES PARROTT DEBUT NEW BOOK, “BAD THOUGHTS,” BLENDING SERMON AND SCIENCE TO BREAK DOWN MENTAL HEALTH STIGMAS AND TACKLE THE THOUGHTS THAT KEEP PEOPLE STUCK

They’ve counseled celebrities, congregations and world leaders—now, their Christ-centered insights are available to readers worldwide in Bad Thoughts: A Preacher and a Shrink’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Mind and Soul—a practical, biblically grounded guide to overcoming destructive thinking, people pleasing, and comparison, and embracing the freedom and peace found in Christ.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 10, 2025) — There is a mental health crisis in the United States, with anxiety and depression at the forefront. A survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that half of young adults and one-third of all adults reported feeling anxious either always or often in the past year. “…People are bombarded with messages through the media and popular culture that erode their sense of self-worth — telling them they are not good-looking enough, popular enough, smart enough or rich enough,” U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy wrote in his advisory report. Additionally, according to a 2020 study on relationships within the Church conducted by Barna and the Boone Center for the Family at Pepperdine University, half of all U.S. adults and practicing Christians report at least one relational, emotional or mental health issue that impacts their relationship.

Against this backdrop, and straight from the pulpit and therapy couch, comes Bad Thoughts: A Preacher and a Shrink’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Mind and Soul (Zondervan, 9/23/2025), a raw, practical and sometimes humorous conversation between Churchome pastor Judah Smith and psychologist Dr. Les Parrott. These New York Times bestselling authors, known for being pivotal resources for celebrities and well-known personalities alike, are widely acclaimed in their respective fields. Parrott, the renowned author of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts, a worldwide phenomenon that has sold over 20 million copies to-date, and Smith, the lead communicator of Churchome, known for its cultural relevance, commitment to biblical integrity, and love for Jesus, have joined forces, drawing on research-backed neuroscience, their unique relationship as therapist and client, and the principles of faith to bring readers a guide to curbing self-destructive thoughts and proving that spirituality can be a tool to find inner healing that lasts.

Smith and Parrott have spent their careers listening to people unload their fears, anxieties, and doubts – whether in pews or on therapy couches. Most people are struggling with a desire to “get better,” but no one seems to know how. Enter, this dynamic duo. Recognizing the staggering rates of anxiety and depression, Bad Thoughts proves to readers that faith and mental health aren’t enemies – they’re actually good friends. Through insightful conversation and deep, personal storytelling, Smith and Parrott get to the root of the poignant question: if we all have bad thoughts, where do we go from here?

“This is not a book about positive thinking,” Smith and Parrott say. “Motivational messages have their place. But we’re focused on something deeper. We’re not dispensing a mere pep talk or rehashing slogans from an inspirational poster. We’re going beneath the surface to help you create true transformation that does nothing less than shape your very identity.”

Readers will get a peek into this duo’s intimate conversations sprinkled with scripture, sarcasm, hard truths, and be equipped with a better understanding of themselves and the tools needed to kick those bad thoughts to the curb and live life to the fullest.

Smith’s personalized doodles in the margins of the book are a reflection of his innermost thoughts, highlighting important themes, giving readers pause for reflection and a reminder not to take themselves too seriously. Smith and Parrott tackle key topics including:

  • Why it’s critical to bridge the faith and mental health divide.
  • Ditching toxic positivity and cliche advice by getting to the bottom of how to change one’s mind without faking it.
  • How equipping oneself with the tools to process and rewire thought patterns can help anyone avoid the “Public Meltdown” that has been seen of pastors, public leaders and celebrities alike.
  • Learning how to live a mentally and spiritually healthy life.
  • How unhealthy pride can prove how much a person needs faith.
  • Why God’s grace is found in surrender, not striving.

“I bring the sermon, Les brings the science,” Smith says. “Together, we can bring a one-two punch to your bad thoughts and help you exchange them for positive, life-giving thoughts.”

Bad Thoughts: A Preacher and a Shrink’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Mind and Soul releases September 23, 2025 and is available for pre-order on Amazon. Learn more about Judah Smith and Churchome at churchome.com, and follow him on Instagram (@JudahSmith) and Facebook (@JudahSmith). Discover more about Les Parrott’s at lesandleslie.com, and follow him on Instagram (@LesandLeslie) and  Facebook (@LesandLeslieParrott).

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

Judah Smith is the lead communicator of Churchome, a thriving community with multiple locations and a global app, known for its cultural relevance and deep love for Jesus. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Jesus Is __. Judah and his wife, Chelsea, live in Seattle, Washington.

Number-one New York Times bestselling author and psychologist Dr. Les Parrott has been featured on Oprah, CBS This Morning, the Today Show, CNN, and The View, as well as in USA Today and The New York Times. His books, which include Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts and many others, have sold over five million copies. Les and his wife, Leslie, a marriage therapist, are the creators of BetterLove.com, a resource for couples. Les and Leslie live in Seattle, Washington.

ABOUT THE PUBLISHER: 

Zondervan is a HarperCollins company and part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing. Zondervan is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian communications. The company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For additional information, please visit zondervan.com.


“This book is highly recommended for anyone who takes seriously the need for emotional and spiritual transformation. Just like my dear friend Judah, the writing is funny, relatable, and powerful. He and Les are doing important work, helping us reclaim our minds in today’s world and guiding us toward grace.”
 – Chris Pratt, actor

“Fluidly combining examples from scripture, science, and pop culture with actionable advice, the authors make a persuasive and upbeat case that the power to change comes from within. Christians stuck in a cycle of self-defeatism will want to pick this up.”
– Publishers Weekly

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MetaComet® Systems launches new “Agents” feature in company’s flagship Royalty Tracker® Software

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

New Feature Automates the Calculation and Payment of Agents’ Fees, Simplifies Information Sharing

NORTHAMPTON, MA, September 18, 2025 – For many book publishers, calculating and paying agents’ fees is an additional task tacked on to an already time-consuming royalty management process. Delivering the specific and customized royalty information that agents need adds further complications and stress to the process.

With today’s launch of the new Royalty Tracker® agents feature, publishers can process agents’ fees, as well as author and licensor royalties, with the click of a button, and instantly publish agents’ statements to the online Royalty Portal. Agents can easily see how their splits were calculated, review royalty summaries by title, and find more detailed information whenever they need it.

“This feature will transform how our customers work with literary agents,” said David Marlin, President & Co-Founder of MetaComet Systems. “Instead of spending hours or days manually calculating splits and fielding phone calls, they can process everything in minutes and give agents instant access to exactly what they need.”

Publishers can view a brief video demo of this feature, request more information, or initiate implementation at https://metacomet.com/resources/agents/

About MetaComet
MetaComet® Systems launched its cutting-edge royalty management software in 1999 and every year since has invested heavily in refining its features, improving its ease of use, and enhancing its security. Hundreds of publishers and other licensing businesses have automated their royalties with MetaComet, leading to more efficient, accurate, and transparent royalty calculations and payments. MetaComet is one of the few publishing software vendors that is SOC 2 Type II certified secure.

Contact:  
Beth Lewand 
MetaComet® Systems 
(413) 536-5989 x101 
blewand@metacomet.com  

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IVP launches The Wholehearted Households Podcast

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

September 2025 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) is excited to announce the launch of The Wholehearted Households Podcast, a new resource for everyday family discipleship. The podcast launches on Monday, October 13, with new episodes releasing each Monday through October 2026.

Between the endless tasks of family life and the frantic pace of modern life, parents and caregivers can find it hard to focus on what matters most. The Wholehearted Households Podcast provides a moment for parents and caregivers to breathe and connect with the breath-giver himself. Narrated by IVP staff, episodes will be accessible and short, able to be listened to on a drive to school pickup or in the midst of daily chores. Each ten- to fifteen-minute episode will give listeners a short break in the day to learn about God’s Word, receive practical tips for accessible family discipleship, and be guided through an in-the-moment spiritual practice designed to nurture their connection with God directly.

The Wholehearted Households Podcast is underwritten by the $1.25 million Lilly Endowment grant awarded to IVP in 2024 as part of Lilly’s Christian Parenting and Caregiving Initiative. Building on research that affirms the pivotal role parents, grandparents, and other caregivers play in the religious lives of children, the Lilly Endowment launched the initiative in 2022. Grants ranged from $240,000 to $1.25 million and have supported a variety of approaches that draw on cutting-edge research about child development and parenting to inform faith practices in the home.

Since receiving the grant, IVP has produced a variety of resources for families around the Lilly initiative, including a video course, in partnership with Seminary Now, based on the award-winning book Teach Your Children Well: A Step-by-Step Guide for Family Discipleship by Sarah Cowan Johnson. IVP has also developed audiobooks in English and Spanish, and a podcast based on Teach Your Children Well. The Wholehearted Households Podcast is the next step in providing content to help teach spiritual practices for family discipleship.

“The Wholehearted Households Podcast is a unique offering from InterVarsity Press,” said Helen Lee, Director of Strategic Initiatives at IVP. “It features trusted content from our books and authors, delivered in a winsome and accessible way that will minister to today’s busy parents and caregivers who are often on the go or have their hands full with the daily demands of family life.”

The Wholehearted Households Podcast will incorporate three recurring sections: a spotlight on a Scripture passage, a practical discipleship nugget that parents can bring to their families that week, and a spiritual practice that makes space for the parent to connect with God right then and there. The first ten episodes will focus on the books of Genesis through 1—2 Kings with subsequent episodes walking through more books of the Bible.

Lee said, “We based the structure of the show on the feedback we’ve received from many parents and caregivers who are looking for the tri-fold content that this podcast provides: biblical literacy, discipleship ideas, and a spiritual practice. We’re grateful to the Lilly Endowment for their generous support to make this resource available to this audience anytime and anywhere they listen to podcasts.”

The Wholehearted Households Podcast will be available through YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast distributors. Check out a sneak peek of the show on Tuesday, September 24, on any of these podcast players or on the IVP YouTube page.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

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HarperCollins announces expanded DTC roles and staff updates

September 22, 2025 by Sheri Toomb

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025–Over the last several years, HarperCollins has been growing capabilities in the areas of direct-to-consumer (DTC) platforms, data engineering, and product development and announces the following staff promotions and updates.

Kate Johnson will take on the expanded role of Senior Vice President, DTC and Consumer Engagement. In this new role, Kate will lead efforts to scale and improve ecommerce strategy to establish stronger direct relationships with readers. She will continue leading HarperCollins Christian and Focus platforms, such as Bible Gateway, Study Gateway, and The Foyer, in addition to the US and Harlequin Trade platforms, including Book Club Girl and Epic Reads. She will also spearhead the unification of HarperCollins’s TikTok Shop strategy under one coordinated approach. Finally, Kate will lead the revamp of email and performance marketing strategy, with an emphasis on product-driven campaigns that prioritize email acquisition and sales conversions.

Since joining HarperCollins in 2020, Kate has been instrumental in the growth of HCCP’s DTC business, nearly tripling its revenue under her guidance. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership, creativity, strategic vision, and a proven ability to drive growth and innovation for HarperCollins. Kate will dual report to Mark Schoenwald, President and CEO, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, and Liate Stehlik, President and Publisher, William Morrow and HarperCollins Children’s Books.

Alvar Jover will take on an expanded role as Global Director of Growth and Analytics, adding the US Trade business to his purview. Alvar will bring the strategic analysis, data engineering, and product development tools and processes his team has successfully implemented at HarperCollins UK to the US business. He has done an exceptional job optimizing revenue growth strategies for HarperCollins UK, and we look forward to expanding these efforts to our US titles. Alvar will continue to report to Charlie Redmayne, CEO, HarperCollins UK.

Doug Lockhart, SVP, Sales and Marketing, HCCP, will continue to oversee the HarperCollins Sales Department on an interim basis.

With these changes, Jim Hanas, Vice President, Central Marketing and Strategy, will be leaving the organization. Jim joined HarperCollins in 2013 as Director of Audience Development and has since played a pivotal role in growing our central marketing function.

In addition, Stephen Smith has been promoted to Vice President, Digital Products and Brands, for HarperCollins Christian Publishing.

“These changes will allow for a more unified and collaborative work structure across various HarperCollins divisions and underscore our commitment to reaching readers where they are, strengthening our consumer connections, and accelerating growth across all of our publishing brands,” stated CEO Brian Murray.

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