Volume one of Guite’s new epic poem, Merlin’s Isle: An Arthuriad, arrives spring 2026 – three more volumes to follow in 2027-2028

Nashville, Tenn. (June 17, 2024) Rabbit Room Press proudly announces its partnership with globally renowned scholar and poet Malcolm Guite to publish a four-volume epic poem Merlin’s Isle. Guite describes the new work as a poetic retelling of the Arthurian legends that is accessible for modern readers. Volume one, Galahad and the Grail, will be published in spring 2026 with three more volumes slated for 2027 and 2028.

Malcolm Guite is known worldwide as a poet following the tradition of Samuel Taylor Coleridge and George Herbert, a priest in the tradition of Lancelot Andrewes, and a scholar and Literary Critic in the tradition of C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien. A fellow at Cambridge University, Guite is the author of several works of nonfiction and poetry including Sounding the Seasons: 70 Sonnets for the Christian Year (Canterbury Press) now in its tenth printing.

Merlin’s Isle is a four-volume poetic retelling of the legends of King Arthur, written in an approachable and accessible way for modern readers of all ages and backgrounds, calling them deeper into the classic tales of King Arthur and his knights. These volumes present the tales imaginatively and uniquely through poetry while drawing out the deep spiritual themes the story has grappled with throughout its history.

Rabbit Room Press will release each volume in deluxe hardcover binding, featuring cover art and interior illustrations by award-winning artist Stephen Crotts. Crotts’ work has been featured in numerous books, album covers, magazines, and even onstage at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

“I am immensely grateful to embark on this new partnership with Rabbit Room, and for their belief and faith in a project I have contemplated for many years: an epic retelling of the legends of King Arthur, stories I have loved since I was a child,” says Malcolm Guite. “As a student, I rediscovered these stories in their original sources and became aware of how many modern versions seemed to marginalize or even erase the deep spiritual impulse that had formed their original telling. As a poet, I have worked to restore that lost element, hoping that a new telling will baptize the imagination of a new generation.”

Guite’s fluency with poetic traditions and stories of the past, alongside his theological bent and a rare gift for making poetry approachable for modern readers, have endeared him to the Rabbit Room team which views him as a kindred spirit and a fellow traveler.

“We at Rabbit Room have admired and championed Malcolm Guite’s work for years. We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to publish this exciting work,” explains Pete Peterson, Publisher at Rabbit Room Press. “It is with great joy that we take up this four-part quest of the Grail, of Camelot and Avalon and all things Arthurian. Malcolm Guite will lead readers into the storied wilds as acclaimed illustrator Stephen Crotts adorns Guite’s words with images along the way.”

For more information about Rabbit Room Press and the forthcoming partnership with Malcom Guite, visit www.merlinsisle.com.

Malcolm Guite is a poet, priest and Life Fellow of Girton College, Cambridge. He lectures widely in England and North America on Theology and Literature. His books include Sounding the Seasons: Seventy Sonnets for the Christian Year (Canterbury 2012), The Singing Bowl: Collected Poems (Canterbury 2013), Parable and Paradox (Canterbury Press 2016), Mariner: A Voyage with Samuel Taylor Coleridge (Hodder 2017), After Prayer (Canterbury Press 2019), The Word Within the Words (DLT 2021) and Lifting the Veil (Square Halo 2021).

The Rabbit Room cultivates and curates stories, music, and art to nourish Christ-centered communities for the life of the world. Conceived in 2007 as an experiment in creative community, The Rabbit Room put down roots in a 150-year-old farmhouse in Nashville, Tennessee. The community’s creative ventures now include a podcast network, book store, Rabbit Room Press, and live events including the annual Hutchmoot conference. www.rabbitroom.com.

Contact: Carly Anderson, carly@rabbitroom.com

Ada, Mich. (June 18, 2024) – Baker Publishing Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Kelli Smith, Sr. Publicist, to the newly created position of Director of Publicity. In this position, Smith will centralize and oversee publicity efforts for all six divisions of Baker Publishing Group.

She will report to Bob Gaudet, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Publicity.

“I am excited for Kelli to step into this new leadership role,” said Gaudet. “Her experience in the industry, knack for streamlining, and track record of implementing best practices make her a key partner in our ongoing efforts to innovate and grow our publishing program.”

Smith began in the new role on June 17.

“I am thrilled to take on the position of Director of Publicity,” said Kelli. “With five-plus years of experience working with hundreds of Revell and Baker nonfiction authors and an additional twenty years working in public relations and journalism, I’m excited to bring my expertise and experience to this role. We have wonderful authors and an amazing group of publicists. We are positioned to provide superior publicity!”

Baker Publishing Group (Bethany House, Revell, Baker Books, Chosen, Brazos Press, and Baker Academic) is a leading producer of Christian resources that give insight and inspiration to readers worldwide. Our divisions reflect the broadest scope of topics, which includes fiction, self-help, inspiration, professional books, Christian living and academic titles.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 2024—Zondervan Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, announces the release of Timothy Keller’s first posthumous book in the US. Go Forward in Love: A Year of Daily Readings from Timothy Keller (9780310369547) releases on October 1, 2024.

A New York Times bestselling author and the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York, Keller was one of the most trusted and beloved spiritual leaders of his generation.

For seekers of spiritual encouragement and admirers of Timothy Keller’s writing, Go Forward in Love offers 365 days of timeless biblical wisdom. This devotional features content from his bestselling books The Reason for God (2009), The Prodigal God (2011), The Meaning of Marriage (2013), Walking with God through Pain and Suffering (2015), and more. Short daily readings on prayer, forgiveness, loving our neighbors, and other topics will lead believers into fresh wonder at God’s love and inspire them to share that love within their communities.

“Go Forward in Love in many ways represents the best of Timothy Keller’s work,” said Webster Younce, vice president and publisher of Zondervan Books. “His life and writings have touched millions and continue to inspire Christians around the world. Zondervan Books is honored to be part of continuing his legacy.”

Keller’s books have sold more than six million copies and have been published in twenty-nine languages worldwide. HarperCollins Christian published several of Keller’s books, including Center Church, Loving the City and Uncommon Ground (with John Inazu). Following Keller’s passing in May 2023, media outlets such as NPR, the New York Times, CBN News, Christianity Today, and CNN celebrated his impactful life.

For more information or for media inquiries, contact Rebecca Schriner at rebecca.schriner@harpercollins.com.

Timothy J. Keller (1950–2023) was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City, cofounder of Redeemer City to City, and the author of numerous books, including The Reason for God, The Prodigal God, and The Meaning of Marriage. His thirty-one books have sold over six million copies and have been translated into twenty-nine languages.

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.

Contact:  Rebecca Schriner, Publicity Manager for Zondervan Books, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Rebecca.Schriner@HarperCollins.com

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 2024—Zondervan Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, is pleased to announce that Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect by John Inazu (Zondervan, April 2024) has been selected as a June Pick for PBS Books.

PBS Books is, in their own words, “a multi-platform initiative celebrating the love of reading” and is “dedicated to connecting books with audiences by engaging them in unique experiences to spark their curiosity and encourage a life-long love of reading and learning. Through social and digital engagement and live coverage of important literary events across the country, PBS Books celebrates books and writers and works to foster a passion for reading among public media viewers and listeners.”

Webster Younce, vice president and publisher of Zondervan Books, remarked, “It is difficult to imagine a more timely and necessary book than Learning to Disagree. In it, John offers readers a surprising, paradigm-shifting approach to having productive conversations across deep differences, while staying true to one’s own convictions. We are thrilled that PBS is highlighting John’s work as a resource for navigating a culture that is often characterized by destructive disagreement.”

Learning to Disagree spans a range of challenging issues—including critical race theory, sexual assault, campus protests, and clashes over religious freedom—and helps readers engage honestly and empathetically with people whose viewpoints they find strange, wrong, or even dangerous.

Sharing memorable stories and drawing on the practices that legal training imparts—seeing the complexity in every issue and inhabiting the mindset of an opposing point of view—John helps readers handle daily encounters and lifelong relationships with those who see life very differently than they do.

Readers will be equipped to understand what holds them back from healthy disagreement; learn specific strategies for dialoguing clearly and authentically; move from stuck, broken disagreements to mature and healthy disagreements; and cultivate empathy as a core skill for their personal lives and society as a whole.

Learning to Disagree offers a unique, often-humorous, thought-provoking, and ultimately life-changing exploration of the best way to disagree.

For more information or for media inquiries, please contact Rebecca Schriner at rebecca.schriner@harpercollins.com.

John Inazu is the Sally D. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion at Washington University in St. Louis. He teaches criminal law, law and religion, and various First Amendment courses. He writes and speaks frequently about pluralism, assembly, free speech, religious freedom, and other issues. John has written three books and published opinion pieces in the Washington Post, Atlantic, Chicago Tribune, LA Times, USA Today, Newsweek, and CNN. He is also the founder of the Carver Project and the Legal Vocation Fellowship and is a senior fellow with Interfaith America and the Trinity Forum.

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.

Contact: Rebecca Schriner, Publicity Manager for Zondervan Books, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Rebecca.Schriner@HarperCollins.com

Carol Stream, IL (June 24, 2024)—Tyndale Momentum is delighted to release Merry and Bright, September 2024, a Christmas-focused devotional with the purpose of helping readers to rediscover the hope, peace, and joy of Advent. Through relatable stories, encouraging Scripture, reflection questions, and prayer, readers will be diving into what it means to open their hearts and homes to Jesus during the Christmas season.

Coauthors Kristin Demery, Kendra Roehl, and Julie Fisk are known as writers, speakers, mothers, and creators of The Ruth Experience, their popular website. Throughout their friendship they have coauthored numerous devotionals with Tyndale House Publishers, including The One Year Daily Acts of Kindness Devotional, The One Year Daily Acts of Friendship, The One Year Daily Acts of Gratitude Devotional, and One Good Word a Day.

Readers can join these friends on their Advent journey beginning September 17, 2024.

Merry and Bright | ISBN: 978-1-4964-8748-3
Hardcover: $19.99 | September 17, 2024
Tyndale.com

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:  Zoe Jethani, zoejethani@tyndale.com, 630.784.5408

 

Media Associates International (MAI) is pleased to announce creation of the Judith E. Markham Editorial Legacy Award.  The award will consist of an annual grant to a selected Christian editor in the Majority World to be used for that person’s training and professional development.

Judith Markham worked as an editor for more than 50 years, most of that time in religious book publishing. She began her book publishing career at Zondervan Publishing House in 1968, where she served in several editorial positions for almost 20 years, including managing her own imprint, Judith Markham Books.  In 1987 she founded Blue Water Ink, along with her partners Paul Hillman and the late Julie Ackerman Link.  In 2001 she joined Discovery House Publishers as managing editor, and in 2014 she became executive editor of the Our Daily Bread devotional. After editing hundreds of books, including more than 17 ECPA Christian Book Award winners, Judith retired in 2015.  She is also a founding member of the Academy of Christian Editors.

Generous with her insights and skill, Judith served as an editorial trainer for Media Associates International (MAI) and as a director on its International Board. Her training booklet, Servanthood and the Christian Editor, remains a valuable tool for MAI editorial training around the world.  In this same spirit of servanthood, Judith established the editorial award bearing her name to help equip emerging Christian editors serving in countries where little on-site training is available.

In selecting an annual recipient of the award, MAI will give preference to editors demonstrating a desire for growth and Judith’s passion for editorial excellence.  Candidates for the award will be identified through MAI’s on-site training programs in the various world regions and through referrals from within the ministry’s global network.  The first recipient of the editorial award will be announced at the LittWorld 2024 conference in Puebla, Mexico, November 3-8.

Founded in 1985, MAI envisions a world in which readers everywhere have access to life-transforming Christian content written in their heart language.  Skilled editors, who come alongside aspiring authors and help them craft compelling, life-transforming content, are vital to fulfillment of this vision.

Louisville, KY – Before You Open Your Bible, a bestselling book published by 10 Publishing, written by Matthew Smethurst, has reached the milestone of 100,000 sales. Before You Open Your Bible, the first of Smethurst’s “Before You…” series, is a short, yet powerful book, that provides Christians with nine heart postures to approach the Bible.

Published in 2019, Before You Open Your Bible received strong commendations from leading evangelical figures including Timothy Keller, Paul David Tripp, and Lee Strobel.

Writing about the book, Paul David Tripp said, “As I read Matt’s book, I was reminded once again that the battle of Bible study is really a war for the reader’s heart. I love this book! Read it and keep it near, because you’ll need to read it again and again.”

10 Publishing is thrilled that Before You Open Your Bible has influenced so many Christians and drawn them closer to the Lord. Of the accomplishment of reaching 100,000 sales, Jonathan Pountney, Editorial Director at 10ofThose, said, “It’s been our joy and delight to have stewarded Matt Smethurst’s book these last five years. We continue to pray for its impact on the global church for the glory of God.”

Before You Open Your Bible is published by 10Publishing. Retail page is available here.

About Matthew Smethurst
Matthew Smethurst is lead pastor of River City Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia; editor at The Gospel Coalition; and author of Before You Share Your Faith: Five Ways to Be Evangelism Ready (2022), Deacons: How They Serve and Strengthen the Church (2021), Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures for Approaching God’s Word (2019), and 1–2 Thessalonians: A 12-Week Study (2017). He and his wife, Maghan, have five children. You can follow him on Twitter.

About 10ofThose:
10ofThose is a publisher, distributor and retailer, and provides the bookstores for many major conferences. They are based in Leyland, UK and Louisville, KY. Their publishing imprints include 10Publishing, Evangelical Press and Reformation Lightning.

For more information:  Marketing Assistant, Callie Strasser, callie.strasser@10ofthose.com

 

Strangers and Exiles, Pursuing faithfulness as pilgrims in a faithless world by Jonathan Griffiths

Louisville, KY— Pastor and author, Jonathan Griffiths, recently released his newest book Strangers and Exiles, an encouragement to believers as pilgrims in a faithless world. Strangers and Exiles released June 3 through Evangelical Press.

Strangers and Exiles journeys through the life of Abraham as he faithfully follows the Lord through an unknown land, awaiting His promises to be fulfilled. This expositional devotional causes the reader to think biblically and theologically about Abraham’s life and how it relates to our own. Written for the thoughtful Christian who loves the Word and wants to grow in discipleship, individuals will be encouraged as weary pilgrims journeying on this earth as we await the eternal kingdom.

“The journey of the earthly pilgrim walking with the Lord on the dusty trails of this world,” writes author Jonathan Griffiths, “is rarely smooth or straight or easy. We do not need to walk with the Lord for long to know that this is true.”

Speaking about the book, Jonathan Pountney, Editorial Director at 10ofThose, said, “The current cultural dislocation of Christianity means that the central thread of Abraham’s life is more relevant than ever. With poise and clarity, Jonathan Griffiths brings the central tenets of Abraham’s life to bear on the heart of the believer today. It would be hard to underestimate the impact this book could have on readers.”

Strangers and Exiles is published by Evangelical Press and is now available. Retail page is available here.

About Jonathan Griffiths
Dr. Jonathan Griffiths is Lead Pastor of the 2,000-member Metropolitan Bible Church, Ottawa. His daily radio program, Encounter the Truth, is heard on 38 radio stations and streaming platforms across North America and around the world. He regularly contributes to TGC’s Concise Theology series and is the author of, and contributor to, more than a dozen trade and academic books, including Preaching in the New Testament, The Ministry Medical, and The Perfect Savior. He lives in Ottawa with his wife and children.

About 10ofThose
10ofThose is a publisher, distributor and retailer, and provides the bookstores for many major conferences. They are based in Leyland, UK and Louisville, KY.  Their publishing imprints include 10Publishing, Evangelical Press and Reformation Lightning.

For more information, contact: Marketing Assistant, Callie Strasser, callie.strasser@10ofthose.com

BLOOMINGTON, MN (June 11, 2024)—Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group, is pleased to announce that The Bible Recap  by Tara-Leigh Cobble has reached a significant sales milestone of 500,000 copies sold! Since the release of the original hardcover edition (November 2020, ISBN 9780764237034, $29.99), the entire The Bible Recap book line has collectively sold more than 800,000 copies to date.

“The reason these numbers are so exciting is because they represent individual people—souls—who are eager to read, understand, and love the Bible,” stated Cobble. “Reading God’s Word is no easy task, but people are still coming to us with hope and growing with us in joy!”

Cobble, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, created The Bible Recap podcast in 2019 to guide readers through a 365-day chronological Bible reading plan. At the beginning of January 2024, the podcast became the top show in All Categories on Apple Podcasts. Today, The Bible Recap podcast has exceeded 364 million downloads.

The Bible Recap’s product line includes the hardcover, faux leather, real leather, and personal size editions and the study guide, discussion guide, journal, The God Shot devotional, and kids’ devotional. In November 2024, Bethany House will also release The Bible Recap for Kids, a young readers’ edition of The Bible Recap for ages 8­–12.

In addition to The Bible Recap books, Cobble is releasing four 10-week Bible studies on the Gospels. Knowing Jesus as King (Matthew) released in April, and Knowing Jesus as Servant (Mark) will release later this month. In Fall 2024, Bethany House will release the last two gospel studies—Knowing Jesus as Savior (Luke) and Knowing Jesus as God (John). In 2025, Cobble will release an additional in-depth study on the book of Acts, which is the first book in The Bible Recap Knowing God Series.

Bethany House acquisitions editor Jeff Braun said, “Our whole team counts it a privilege to work with Tara-Leigh. Her mission matches ours. And the incredible response by readers drives us even more.”

The Bible Recap and Cobble’s other products are available wherever books are sold. Interested individuals and small groups are invited to join The Bible Recap Bible reading plan at TheBibleRecap.com/Start.

Tara-Leigh Cobble is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, the creator of The Bible Recap line of books, and the creator and host of the daily podcast The Bible Recap, which has garnered over 364 million downloads. She is also the founder of D-Group, an international network of discipleship and Bible study groups, and the host of a daily radio feature called The God Shot. Tara-Leigh lives in Dallas, Texas.

For more information: TaraLeighCobble.com | TheBibleRecap.com | MyDGroup.org
Social media: @TaraLeighCobble | @TheBibleRecap | @MyDGroup

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

Baker Publishing Group publishes high-quality writings that represent historic Christianity and serve the diverse interests and concerns of evangelical readers.

Media Contact: Karen Steele, 616-676-9185 x100, ksteele@bakerpublishinggroup.com

Chadd Miller Promoted to Divisional President and Greg Bays to Chief Revenue Officer

(June 13, 2024 — COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado) – David C Cook CEO Bill Reeves has promoted two dedicated leaders into new executive roles. Former Executive Vice President, Chadd Miller, was named Divisional President of David C Cook’s publishing arm, and Integrity Music Vice President of Digital Business and Commercial Partnerships, Greg Bays, has been promoted to Chief Revenue Officer for David C Cook and Integrity Music.

Chadd Miller has led Cook’s Learning Resources Group (books and curriculum) for the past four years, helping grow the organization’s revenue by 40% since 2021. Miller’s career spans leadership roles in multiple industries, including education and the nonprofit sector.

“I’m excited about the growth, momentum, and energy we’re experiencing at Cook, and the impact being made around the world,” said Miller. “In the past several years, we have been very focused on improving our processes, systems, and culture in order to grow the business. This new role affords me the opportunity to continue these endeavors while amplifying our focus on growing partnerships, innovation, and product development across multiple mediums.”

Greg Bays has served at Integrity Music since 2017, overseeing sales, revenue, and business development, as well as helping build the label’s Integrated Music Rights division, which he will continue to lead in his new role. Prior to joining Integrity, Bays spent 25 years with Capitol Christian Music Group.

In his new role, Bays will provide strategic oversight and alignment across revenue-related functions for both David C Cook’s publishing arm and Integrity Music.

“My life has been shaped by incredible stories and songs. This new opportunity will allow me to continue to connect music, books, and other resources with people around the world, helping them encounter the presence of God in their lives and to know Jesus in a deeper way,” said Bays. “That’s why we do what we do at David C Cook, and I am excited to be part of this team.”

CEO Bill Reeves commented, “In promoting Chadd and Greg to their new roles, we are tapping into their extensive experience to continue making Cook/Integrity a world-class publishing and music organization, all while focusing on our core values as an organization that set us apart in a crowded marketplace.”

David C Cook is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping the global church with leadership, discipleship, and worship resources to help Christians grow in faith and pass it along to the next generation. Read more about David C Cook and its global ministry outreach at www.davidccook.org.

Media Contact: Cathy Herholdt, VP, Communications, cathy.herholdt@davidccook.org, 719.533.3011