CANDACE CAMERON BURE WANTS YOU TO GET EXCITED ABOUT YOUR LIFE AGAIN

New 100-Day Devotional Helps Readers Break Out of Autopilot, Rediscover Purpose, and Experience the Renewing Power of Time Spent With God

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – August 24, 2026 – When did the life you once prayed for start feeling ordinary?  The job. The marriage. The family. The responsibilities. The routines that once felt full of possibility can slowly become the things we simply move through each day. And somewhere between the to-do lists and the demands of everyday life, it can be easy to lose our energy, our sense of purpose,  – and even our excitement for life.

Candace Cameron Bure believes we do not have to stay there.

In her upcoming devotional, 100 Days of All Things New: Daily Devotions to Get Unstuck in Life and Find Purpose Again, the New York Times bestselling author, actress, and producer invites readers on a 100-day journey to step out of autopilot and rediscover the wonder of everyday life by spending more intentional time in God’s presence. The 208-page hardcover releases October 27, 2026, from Zondervan Gift as part of the Light the Way series.

“Sometimes we think we need a new season, a new opportunity, or a completely different set of circumstances to feel excited about life again,” said Bure. “But God reminds us that joy isn’t dependent on our circumstances. We can choose to smile. We can choose joy.”

At a time when burnout, distraction, and the pressure to constantly reinvent ourselves dominate the cultural conversation, Bure is offering another path forward. Instead of adding another goal, chasing the next achievement, or waiting for circumstances to change, 100 Days of All Things New begins with a much simpler invitation: spend more time with God.

The devotional speaks to the quieter kind of weariness that does not necessarily come from crisis. It is the feeling that can emerge when days become predictable, relationships become familiar, and responsibilities crowd out the things that once made us feel alive.

Bure’s message: ordinary does not have to mean uninspired.

Over 100 days, she encourages readers to make room for God to renew their strength, refresh their perspective, and restore their passion for the lives they are already living. Each daily entry includes an encouraging message from Bure, a Bible verse for meditation, and a prayer prompt designed to help readers connect with God.

The book asks readers to consider questions that can quietly surface in almost any season: Have your days become dull? Has your love for life faded? Are you living with purpose – or simply getting through your schedule?

Rather than offering a dramatic formula for reinvention, Bure focuses on renewal from the inside out. Through Scripture, prayer, and daily reflection, she encourages readers to recognize that a fresh start does not necessarily require walking away from the familiar. Sometimes it means learning to see the familiar differently.

At the heart of the devotional is an idea that challenges a culture perpetually chasing what is next:  Maybe you do not need a different life to feel alive again. Maybe you need to rediscover the wonder in the one you already have.

With her candid and encouraging voice, Bure shares how her faith shapes the way she approaches seasons when enthusiasm fades, routines take over, and purpose becomes harder to see. The result is a devotional for anyone who has ever looked at a perfectly full life and quietly wondered, “Why don’t I feel more fulfilled?”

Because for Bure, God’s promise to make all things new includes more than our circumstances. It includes us.

Bure can speak with media about:

• Why a good life can still start to feel dull – and the subtle signs that we may be living on autopilot
• Burnout versus spiritual weariness, and why doing less is not always enough to address the exhaustion people feel
• How to fall in love with everyday life again without needing to reinvent it
• Turning 50 and embracing a new season of life and what renewal and purpose look like when you are not starting over, but learning to see the life you have already built with fresh eyes
• Marriage, motherhood, and becoming a grandmother and how Candace’s understanding of purpose, family, legacy, and what matters most has evolved through different stages of life
• What Candace does when her own faith feels routine, distracted, or depleted and why small, consistent moments with God can create meaningful change in our perspective, energy, and sense of purpose
• Faith in the middle of a public life and how Candace stays grounded while balancing family, career, and business

100 Days of All Things New: Daily Devotions to Get Unstuck in Life and Find Purpose Again releases October 27, 2026 and will be available wherever books are sold.

About the Author
Candace Cameron Bure is an award-winning actress, producer, director, and CEO of CandyRock Entertainment. She is best known for her iconic role as D.J. Tanner on the hit television series Full House and Fuller House and has gone on to lead dozens of original films and nearly 20 installments of the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries franchise, while also expanding her role behind the camera. Bure is also a New York Times bestselling author of multiple books and devotionals, and host of The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast. She is deeply committed to encouraging women to live with purpose, joy, and faith. Follow Candace Cameron Bure: FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | X

About Zondervan Gift
Zondervan Gift, an imprint under HarperCollins Christian Publishing, offers curated collections of beautifully designed gift books that inspire, uplift, and celebrate life’s meaningful moments. Specializing in devotionals, journals, seasonal titles, and books for special occasions, Zondervan Gift focuses on nurturing faith and encouraging personal reflection through thoughtfully crafted content and stylish, on-trend design. Headquartered in Nashville, TN, you can explore their collections at zondervan.com/gift

For media inquiries, interview requests, or review copies, please contact:
Chasity Edwards
Director of PR
Chasity.Edwards@harpercollins.com

Ada, Mich. (August 25, 2026)—Baker Publishing Group is celebrating seven wins at the 2026 Golden Scroll Awards, which took place on Sunday, August 2. Hosted for the eighteenth year by the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA), the awards recognize excellence in writing, speaking, and ministry impact among its members, now numbering over 1,100.

New York Times bestselling Revell author Lynette Eason received three of the awards. She won the Christian Market Suspense Novel of the Year for Serial Burn, as well as second place for the Mystery/Suspense Novel of the Year for Final Approach, and third place in the same category for Serial Burn. She also received an honorable mention for Novella of the Year for Snowbound Secrets, which appears in the Whiteout collection.

Regarding Eason’s wins, Revell editorial director Andrea Doering said, “It’s so gratifying to see Lynette’s work recognized and celebrated—we’re thrilled to be in partnership with her!” Lynette Eason added, “It’s an honor to be recognized for the stories God lays on my heart to write. I’m so thankful for organizations like AWSA and my publisher, Revell, who support Christian Fiction with the goal of entertaining and bringing people to Jesus all wrapped up in a good book! I have the best job ever.”

AWSA recognized four other Baker Publishing Group authors. Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse, publishing with Bethany House, won second place for Western Novel of the Year and third place for Christian Market Novel of the Year for An Unexpected Grace; Woodhouse also took second place for Historical Novel of the Year with A Song in the Dark (Bethany House). Karen Witemeyer’s novella A Star in the West, featured in On a Midnight Clear (Bethany House), won third place for Novella of the Year. And bestselling author Dani Pettrey earned an honorable mention for Mystery/Suspense Novel of the Year for Two Seconds Too Late (Bethany House).

For the complete list, visit 2026 Golden Scroll and Christian Market Awards.

Revell 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.

Bethany House seeks to uplift readers’ families, faith, and free time with our library of industry-leading fiction and bestselling, Christ-centered nonfiction.

Contact:  Emily Vest, 616.676.9185 x 160, evest@bakerpublishinggroup.com

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Holman Reference, a subsidiary of B&H Publishing Group, and the Pillar Network have partnered to release a series of books they hope will “equip pastors and church leaders with sound doctrine as they advance the gospel.”  

“Biblical Authority” by Andrew Davis and “Gospel-Proclaiming Churches” by Dave Kiehn, both releasing Sept. 1, 2026, are the first of six volumes in the Pillar of Truth series. Dwayne Miloni and Nate Akin serve as editors.  

“Healthy churches are built on biblical convictions that shape everything they believe and do—not simply on programs or ministry strategies,” said Andy McLean, publisher for Holman Bibles and Reference. “In partnership with the Pillar Network, we created this series to help pastors and church leaders articulate and live out the convictions that give a church its biblical identity, from the authority of Scripture and the centrality of the gospel to expository preaching, elder-led congregationalism, and confessional unity.” 

“Biblical Authority” seeks to anchor every part of life in the trustworthy authority of Scripture during a time of moral confusion, while “Gospel-Proclaiming Churches” models how to make Christ’s work on the cross central to all aspects of church life. 

“At the Pillar Network, we seek to aggressively advance the gospel by starting and strengthening churches, because that is the New Testament pattern,” said Nate Akin, executive director of the Pillar Network. 

“Yet that mission must be built on sound doctrine,” he said. “The best missiology flows from healthy ecclesiology because the church is ‘the pillar and foundation of the truth’ (1 Tim. 3:15). Thus, the sturdiest Pillars are most impactful in the Great Commission.”  

The Pillar Network is “a global community of Baptist churches that are doctrinally aligned, missionally driven and joyfully connected for the purpose of equipping, planting and revitalizing churches.” B&H Publishing Group is an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources. 

“From the beginning, my hope for the Pillar Network has been to see healthy churches cooperate to start and strengthen like-minded churches for the glory of Christ,” said Milioni, founder and chairman of the Pillar Network and senior pastor at Open Door Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. “My hope is that these books, written by faithful pastors, will strengthen churches to embrace their calling as God’s household and to faithfully advance that truth together.” 

Four more volumes in the Pillar of Truth series are planned for 2027 and 2028, each highlighting one core value of the Pillar Network. 

“This series highlights the doctrinal DNA that unites our churches for faithful gospel advance,” Akin said. “My prayer is that these books will strengthen pastors and churches in these biblical convictions so that, by God’s grace, the boundaries of Christ’s church would become, like Spurgeon said, ‘commensurate with those of the world!’” 

B&H Publishing Group, an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources, is a team that believes Every Word Matters®. We seek to provide intentional, biblical content that positively impacts the hearts and minds of people, cultivating lifelong relationships with Jesus Christ. We publish (print and digital) in the trade, church and academic markets, as well as the CSB translation. For more information, visit BHPublishingGroup.com. 

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, an imprint of Lifeway Christian Resources. 

Media contact:  Jill Waggoner, publicist for Lifeway Christian Resources,  jill.waggoner@lifeway.com  

 

WOODSTOCK, Ga. — For the past 20 years, God has faithfully used Priscilla Shirer to encourage women to know Him deeply, trust Him fully and engage His Word with confidence. Lifeway and Shirer celebrated their 20-year partnership at a recent Going Beyond Live event in Woodstock, Georgia.

Nearly 5,000 women gathered at First Baptist Church Woodstock for the event on August 22, featuring Bible teaching by Shirer and music led by her brother Anthony Evans.

Typical of Going Beyond Live, the event kicked off with worship and prayer. Shirer called women to pray and recalibrate their minds for why they were there — “to bless God and allow Him to draw us to Himself.” Throughout the day, Shirer led special times of prayer, encouraging women to pray in groups for healing, freedom from bondage, and intercession for lost family members.

Shirer taught from 1 Kings 18, referring to Obadiah, a man who greatly feared the Lord and who was in charge of Ahab’s palace, as a covert operative for the kingdom of God. His fear of the Lord influenced His decisions and gave Him a divine purpose, she said.

She reminded the women in the room every single believer “has been called to be a representative of our God and His Kingdom so others see what God looks like. Wherever you are is an assignment from God.”

Shirer challenged and encouraged the women in the room to see the environment where God has placed them as a Kingdom assignment—whether that’s the home, the board room, the classroom, the school drop off lane. “Everything you do is for the glory of God to reflect the power and presence of God everywhere you go.”

Speaking specifically to the teens and young adults in the room, she told them they are on a kingdom assignment among their peers. “God has sent you to be a living, visible testimony of the kingdom of God.

The afternoon session included a live episode of the “Full Fledged,” a mother and son podcast with JC Shirer Jr and Priscilla. Their special guest for the podcast was Jackie Hill Perry. Their conversation centered on the faithfulness of God through generations, the transforming power of God’s Word, the role of suffering in our sanctification, and how to cultivate hope.

JC honored his mom and her 20 years of ministry through events, writing and Bible teaching. He noted the consistency with which both Priscilla and husband Jerry followed Christ and parented him and his siblings. “You and Dad have reflected First Class parenting.”

The evening before Going Beyond Live, Lifeway hosted a dinner for Shirer, family, friends and teammates who have served alongside her through her ministry.

“For 20 years, Lifeway has had the joy of partnering with Priscilla and Jerry Shirer,” said Becky Loyd, vice president at Lifeway and former director of Lifeway Women. “And when we talk about that partnership, we’re talking about events, Bible studies, books, teaching moments, ministry opportunities and lives changed.”

Shirer’s first event with Lifeway was called Day Break, featuring Shirer and Bible teacher Angela Thomas. In 2007, Lifeway launched Going Beyond, changing the name briefly to Priscilla Shirer Live and then going back to Going Beyond Live in 2019. Along the way Shirer and Lifeway broadcast 65 episodes of “The Chat with Priscilla,” a talk show covering a variety of topics for women, with 132,000 subscribers and 5 million views.

Shirer and the Lifeway Women’s team have welcomed more than 262,000 women to 83 live events, gathering in 25 states and three countries to worship, study Scripture and grow in their faith. Through digital experiences, an additional 600,000 participants have joined from wherever they are, proving that the life-changing power of God’s Word knows no geographic boundaries.

Shirer’s influence through publishing has been equally remarkable. With over 10 million books and Bible studies in the hands of readers, her writing has equipped women to study Scripture with greater confidence, deepen their prayer lives, and discover God’s faithfulness in every season. Whether through beloved studies, insightful books, or resources that continue to disciple generation after generation, her ministry has consistently invited women to encounter God through His Word.

Over the years, Shirer has stepped into many roles—teacher, author, speaker and even actress. She has portrayed characters in faith-based films like “War Room” (2015), “Overcomer” (2019), and “The Forge” (2024). Through each of these unique mediums, Priscilla has remained committed to her over-arching calling—to equip believers with the tools they need to know and love the Lord more deeply.

Loyd said the legacy of these past 20 years can’t be measured in attendance, events or books sold. Instead, it’s found in the countless testimonies of women whose lives have been transformed by the gospel.

“We heard from a woman who picked up ‘The Armor of God’ right when she needed it most — walking through a painful season with her adult child — and who said she found peace she didn’t know how to find on her own,” Loyd recalled.

She recounted the story of a woman who, in the aftermath of a hurricane, disabled, overwhelmed and quietly struggling, opened Shirer’s book Fervent and found not judgment but truth, giving her permission to pray boldly again.

“For Lifeway, this partnership has been a sacred trust,” said Loyd. “We have had the privilege of helping place these resources into the hands of readers, but the real work has always belonged to the Lord. He has used Priscilla’s faithfulness, her voice, her obedience and her love for God’s Word to encourage generation after generation of women.

“We thank God for what He has done through this partnership, and we look forward with gratitude and expectation for all He will continue to do.”

To learn more about Going Beyond Live or to register for an event, visit Going Beyond Live. For more about Shirer’s ministry, visit Going Beyond Ministries.

MEDIA CONTACT:  Aaron Earls, Aaron.earls@lifeway.com

BARTLESVILLE, Okla. (Aug. 26, 2026) — The Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) has launched Learn, Grow and Go!, a new discipleship resource designed to help children ages 6–12 build a strong biblical foundation, understand how all of Scripture points to Jesus and encourage bold faith in everyday life.

Through a combination of hands-on resources and digital content available through the VOM Kids App, Learn, Grow and Go! gives families, churches, homeschool groups and Christian schools an engaging way to help children know God’s Word and put into practice what they learn.

At the heart of Learn, Grow and Go! Are 50 Bible stories that take children from Genesis through the life of Christ and the Book of Acts. Twelve animated episodes help children see God’s plan of salvation unfolding, while Bible Story Cards, discussion resources and activity books help them explore more deeply. This new resource follows a simple framework to help children “learn” stories from God’s Word, “grow” as they understand what those stories mean for their own lives, and “go” by sharing what they’ve learned with others.

“Kids will learn stories from God’s Word, grow in their understanding of how the stories relate to them, and go by telling those stories to their friends,” said David Robbins, the director of VOM’s Church Leader Network.

Learn, Grow and Go! is easy for families, churches, children’s ministries, homeschool co-ops, and Christian schools to use. Each kit provides a structured discipleship pathway while also allowing families and leaders to adapt lessons to their schedules and group sizes.

Digital access through the VOM Kids App extends the experience beyond the physical kit, giving children and families access to Learn, Grow and Go! video content as well as additional faith-building resources from The Voice of the Martyrs.

Each Learn, Grow and Go! kit includes:

• Digital access to 12 engaging animated episodes that reveal God’s plan of salvation and show how all of Scripture points to Christ.
• 12 activity books featuring puzzles, coloring sheets and Bible-based games
• Bible Story Cards with illustrations and child-friendly story summaries
• Bible Discussion Cards featuring expanded story text, memory verses and guided discussion questions
• A bonus pack of Bible Story Cards to encourage sharing with friends
• The Three Witnesses Trilogy graphic novels, plus digital access to the accompanying full-length animated films

“Learn, Grow and Go! gives parents and ministry leaders tools that help make Scripture accessible and memorable,” Robbins said. “The goal is discipleship, helping children know God’s Word, live it out and understand that sharing their faith is a natural part of following Jesus.”

Learn, Grow and Go! is now available. For more information about the VOM Kids App, visit vom.org/vomkids. Wholesale retailers can contact Anchor Distributors by phone: 1-800-444-4484, Fax: 800-765-1960 or e-mail: customercare@anchordistributors.org. Or contact vombooks@vom.org.

About The Voice of the Martyrs
Founded in 1967 by Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand, The Voice of the Martyrs is a nonprofit, interdenominational missions organization serving persecuted Christians in the world’s most difficult and dangerous places to follow Christ. For more information, visit VOM.org.

W Publishing Group, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, has announced a publishing agreement with Matthias J. Barker, LMHC, a licensed psychotherapist and one of the most widely recognized voices on family estrangement. Barker is currently writing a book on the subject of family estrangement, set to be published in 2027. The deal was brokered by President and Co-Owner of Alive Literary, Bryan Norman and acquired by W Publishing Executive Editor, Lisa-Jo Baker.

Barker is a therapist, researcher, and founder of Estrangement.com, an online psychoeducation and support program that serves parents and adult children navigating family conflict and long-term disconnection. Through his clinical practice, community, and live workshops, he works directly with thousands of individuals seeking to understand and heal the pain of fractured family relationships.

With an audience of more than four million across social platforms, Barker has established himself as a trusted and authoritative resource for families in crisis. His teaching centers on helping individuals move out of cycles of hurt, withdrawal, and criticism toward healing, understanding, and, where healthy and possible, reconciliation.

“Family estrangement is becoming one of the defining relationship conversations of our time. Our growing awareness of boundaries, trauma, and emotional health has given people new language for old pain, but not necessarily a better way through it. In my work, I meet parents who are heartbroken and confused, and adult children who feel deeply hurt and have spent years trying to stay close before deciding to step away. This book is my attempt to understand the tensions on both sides of that silence, help families find peace with what is possible today, and build the skills and resilience needed for a healthier relationship, if and when reconnection becomes possible. I’m grateful to Bryan Norman at Alive Literary for championing this project from the start, and to Lisa-Jo Baker and the W Publishing team for believing this book could hold the complexity of estrangement with honesty and care,” said Barker.

“Matthias has built a community of millions who trust him because his guidance is grounded in serious clinical training and real, hands-on work with families in pain. We are honored to partner with him on this book. It has the power to help countless parents and adult children move from disconnection toward understanding, healing, and, where possible, reconciliation. That is exactly the kind of transformative work we are proud to publish,” said W Publishing VP and Publisher Susan Ligon.

“Matthias brings something remarkably rare to this space,” said Baker. “Deep empathy for both parents and adult children, grounded in clinical experience and sharpened by the insight of someone who has listened closely to thousands of families living this story. He helps us understand what happened, why it hurts, and what healing might still be possible.”

Barker’s clinical approach is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on training in complex trauma and Internal Family Systems under Harvard-trained psychiatrist Dr. Frank Anderson, grief and loss under David Kessler, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy under Dr. Matthieu Villatte.

A sought-after lecturer and trainer for mental health professionals, Barker regularly presents at the Oxford Trauma Masters Conference in England and the Psychotherapy Networker Conference in Washington, D.C. He resides in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife and three children.

Further details regarding the book’s title and publication date will be announced.

Thomas Nelson is a world leading publisher has been providing readers with quality inspirational products for more than 200 years. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., the publishing group provides multiple formats of award-winning Bibles, books, gift books, curriculum and digital content, with distribution of its products in more than 100 countries. Thomas Nelson is headquartered in Nashville, TN. For additional information, visit www.thomasnelson.com.

Contact: Allison Carter, Sr. Publicity Dir., W Publishing Group, allison.carter@harpercollins.com

Full Scripture. Original Art. A Bible Kids Can Explore.

New children’s Bible combines accessible learning resources with compelling illustrations to help young readers engage with God’s Word.

Chicago, Ill. (September 1, 2026) — A new resource invites children to step into God’s Word. In a society increasingly shaped by AI and technology, a new children’s Bible celebrates God’s Word with hand-drawn art and thoughtful content that encourages exploration. According to a 2026 study from World Metrics, only 63% of Gen Z Christians believe the Bible is the literal Word of God, and just 35% read it daily. To help young readers connect with Scripture in a meaningful and accessible way, Christian Art Kids, an imprint of Christian Art Gifts, is excited to announce the release of The Discovery Bible on September 1, 2026.

Designed for children ages 8 and older, The Discovery Bible combines the full biblical text with beautiful and realistic, hand-drawn illustrations, as well as study tools and interactive feature boxes that help young readers engage with Scripture. The Bible is designed to encourage both independent study and shared reading experiences among children, parents and grandparents.

Using the New Living Translation (NLT), this Bible is a wonderful first Bible for kids who are growing as independent readers or for families to read aloud. Every piece of artwork in The Discovery Bible was created by hand with these young readers in mind. Full-page scenes, illustrations, maps, and fun infographics are designed to help kids stay engaged and experience the Bible as a living story filled with real people and real moments.

“Our mission at Christian Art Gifts is to develop products that bring the words of Scripture into everyday life,” said Julie Reynolds, Director of Marketing. “For more than two years, our team has worked to bring this Bible to life. Even if you think you don’t need another Bible, you’ll want this one.”

While designed for young readers, The Discovery Bible will help anyone rediscover their love of Scripture or fall in love with it for the first time.

The Bible’s “God,” “Me,” “Big Plan” call-out boxes help readers trace the big ideas of the Bible and see how individual stories fit into God’s overarching plan throughout Scripture. Resources like family trees, maps, and character profiles help young readers better understand the people and the world of the Bible.

“The Bible isn’t just a book,” said Reynolds. “From the first page to the last, the Bible is the story of God’s redemptive love for us, and the best text a child could ever know. Our hope for children reading The Discovery Bible is that they understand that story and grow in their knowledge of God as they read His Word.”

The Discovery Bible is the perfect gift for Christmas, Easter, birthdays, baptisms, school promotions and other special milestones. It is designed to help children engage with Scripture in a meaningful and lasting way. It also encourages families to grow in faith together as they explore the beauty of God’s Word.

About Christian Art Gifts
We’re a premier Christian inspirational gift and book publisher. We began producing Bibles and gifts and successfully added Christian books under our publishing arm, Christian Art Publishers. The Discovery Bible is part of our Christian Art Kids imprint.

Contact:  Jen Valk / jen.valk@epic.inc / 269.207.9598

Carol Stream, IL (August 31, 2026) — Tyndale House Publishers (@tyndalehouse) is thrilled to partner with The Promised Land, a hit biblical mocumentary series, in a shared mission to make biblical truth available to all. Acquired by Kara Leonino, associate director of acquisitions and curriculum, and edited by Carol Traver, director of content development, the official Bible study will be published by Tyndale to accompany season 1, allowing the audience to engage with Scripture on a deeper level while watching the comedic retelling of Moses’ story.

The Promised Land was created by Mitch Hudson, who began writing scripts while working as an assistant director on The Chosen. Hudson desired to capture the humanity, humor, and awkward realities of Moses’ story, all while honoring Scripture. The modern mockumentary style of the show has resonated with viewers by bringing biblical characters and stories to life in an accessible and engaging way.

Season 1 has become wildly popular, with over 33.6M impressions since the pilot premiered on The Promised Land YouTube channel in July 2024. This month, the production announced a new partnership with Lionsgate TV, which will be the main distributor for upcoming seasons, allowing even greater reach and audience participation.

“The Promised Land had me hooked from the pilot’s cold open. On the one hand, it’s all the things you want in a show—it’s smart, clever, and absolutely hilarious. And on the other hand, it’s something you didn’t even know a show could be—deeply faithful and reverent toward the God of the Bible and the spiritual journey of his people, while gently and warmly laughing at our human foibles, failings, and frustrations,” says Sarah Atkinson, vice president and publisher of Tyndale books and alliances. “When I watch an episode of The Promised Land, it makes me open my Bible and go back to the source text—and we are delighted to be partnering in the creation of a Bible study to help viewers of the show do just that.”

“We are incredibly excited about our new partnership with Tyndale,” says Richie Johns, producer of The Promised Land with Milk & Honey Studios. “As one of the world’s largest independent Christian publishers, Tyndale shares our passion for helping people creatively engage with the Word of God. The Promised Land was created with the hope of inspiring people to open their Bibles, whether for the first time or the hundredth, and this partnership is an exciting next step in helping our audience discover God through the story of Moses in a fresh and meaningful way.”

The first Tyndale Bible study, Walking the Wilderness Together, will accompany season 1 of The Promised Land and feature six sessions taking readers on a fun, faith-filled journey through the book of Exodus.

Coproducer Bethany Johns says, “In a world that feels increasingly lonely, we believe the story of Moses, and The Promised Land season 1 in particular, invites us to consider both the beauty and the challenges of living in community. Through this study, we hope people see that when we choose to submit ourselves daily to God and walk alongside one another in faith, miraculous things can happen.”

For more information or for media inquiries, please contact Zoe Jethani, zoejethani@tyndale.com.

Tyndale House Publishers
Since 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has positively impacted readers worldwide. Tyndale is one of the world’s largest independent Christian publishers, dedicated to making the Bible accessible in languages people relate to and understand. Tyndale publishes the New Living Translation (NLT) and other Bible translations, nonfiction books that offer Christ-centered insight, fiction that inspires, and children’s resources that help share God’s Word with the next generation. Tyndale’s independence enables it to honor its founding model through annual grants and donations to other charitable organizations around the world, totaling more than half of the funds generated through publishing operations.

Milk & Honey Studios
Milk & Honey Studios is dedicated to telling fresh, inspiring stories for a new generation. As the studio behind the hit series The Promised Land, Milk & Honey Studios specializes in speaking to the questions, hopes, and experiences of younger audiences. With a focus on authenticity, heart, and cultural relevance, the studio is committed to creating impactful film and television that connects across diverse communities and platforms.

MEDIA CONTACT:  Zoe Jethani, 630.784.5408

August 29, 2026 | Memphis, TN | ACFW held its annual Awards Gala on August 29, 2026 at the close of their annual conference, held this year at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tennessee. It was an honor to bestow the following awards:

Recognition of Lifetime Achievement award was presented to Karen Kingsbury. The Lena Nelson Dooley Mentor of the Year Award as well as The Martha Rogers Member Service Award was given to DiAnn Mills. Tamela Hancock Murray of The Steve Laube Agency was awarded the Agent of the Year Award, while Deidre Lockhart from Brilliant Cut Editing received the Editor of the Year Award.

In recognition of books released in 2025, the following titles won Carol Awards:

Contemporary
Capture the Moment by Suzanne Woods Fisher
Revell: Editor – Andrea Doering
 
Historical
The Fourth Magi by Bryan E. Canter
Independent Author: Editor – Ed Marlow
 
Historical Romance
The Lawyer and the Laundress by Christine Hill Suntz
Tyndale House: Editor: Kathryn S. Olson
  
Mystery/Suspense/Thriller
Every Hour Until Then by Gabrielle Meyer
Bethany House (Baker Publishing Group): Editors – Bethany Lenderink and Jessica Sharpe
 
Novella
The Christmas Book Flood by Roseanna M. White
Tyndale House: Editors: Elizabeth Jackson and Kathryn S. Olson

Romance
Before Grace by Anna Daugherty
Black Rose Writing: Editor: Denise Harmer
 
Romantic Suspense
Protecting You by Robin Patchen
Independent Author: Editor: Ray Rhamey
 
Short Novel
One Nine by Sara Davison
Independent Author: Editor: Jayci Roek
 
Speculative
Darkfell by Amanda Wright
Quill & Flame Publishing: Editors: Brittany Eden and Jennifer Frankovic
 
Young Adult
Truth Cursed by Angie Dickinson
Enclave Publishing (Oasis Family Media): Editors: Avily Jerome and Lisa Laube

Debut Author
The Tragedy of Oli Ricker by Phillip Snyder
Living Tome Publishing: Editors: Emily Whitten and Leilah Wright

Bloomington, MN — August 24, 2026 — It is with deep regret that Bethany Press announces that the company will permanently cease operations by the end of next week. The decision was made August 10, and the company is working diligently to complete as many customer projects as possible before closing.

For more than 15 years, Bethany Press has relied on a paper supply program in which its primary paper vendor maintained inventory of various grades and roll sizes at a Chicago-area warehouse. Recently, the mill producing the company’s primary book papers reduced its book-paper production by approximately 50 percent. As a result, the paper inventory needed to support Bethany Press’s production requirements could no longer be maintained.Bethany Press immediately explored alternative sources and worked to secure additional paper.

However, the lead times required for new mill production, combined with the existing inventory shortfall, created an unavoidable four- to five-week gap in the company’s paper supply. The resulting disruption has placed the company in an unsustainable operating position, making the diƯicult decision to close unavoidable.

“This is one of the most difficult decisions we have ever had to make,” said Pete Larson, President/CEO of Bethany Press. “For 29 years, we have been privileged to work with outstanding customers, employees, vendors, and industry partners. We are deeply grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us to produce their books, and for the relationships we have built along the way.”

Bethany Press is making every effort to complete projects that can be reasonably finished before the company ceases operations and is working with customers, employees, and vendors throughout the closing process.

The company extends its sincere appreciation to the many customers who have entrusted Bethany Press with the production of their titles over nearly three decades. The company also recognizes the significant impact this closure will have on its employees, customers, vendors, and their families.

“We would deeply appreciate your prayers for everyone affected by this decision,” Larson said. “Bethany Press has always been about much more than printing books. It has been about people, relationships, and the opportunity to help spread the Gospel. We are profoundly thankful for everyone who has been part of that journey.”

About Bethany Press
Founded 29 years ago, Bethany Press has provided book printing and manufacturing services to publishers and organizations throughout the United States. Over the years, the company has produced millions of books and built lasting relationships with customers, vendors, and industry partners.