AUSTIN, Texas, November 4, 2025— Renowned author Mark Batterson, whose writing has inspired millions to dream big, pray hard, and think long, has reached an incredible milestone: 10 million copies in print worldwide. This achievement underscores the resonance of his message and the countless lives his work has touched.
“Mark Batterson’s writing has inspired millions to live out their faith with courage and purpose, and reaching 10 million copies in print is a testament to the impact of his message,” said Campbell Wharton, senior vice president and publisher at Penguin Random House Christian. “At Multnomah, where we have had the privilege of publishing more than 15 of Mark’s books, we are deeply honored to walk alongside him in this journey. His new book Gradually Then Suddenly captures this moment perfectly, as it reflects the quiet, steady work of faith that ultimately transforms lives in extraordinary ways.”
As the founding pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., Batterson has become a creative force for spiritual and community renewal in the nation’s capital. His ministry extends well beyond Sunday services. With his congregation, they transformed local landmarks into centers of hope and connection, including Ebenezer’s Coffeehouse on Capitol Hill, a café and community hub that reinvests its profits into outreach; the DC Dream Center, which provides mentoring and service programs for youth and families; and The Capitol Turnaround, a historic space now revitalized for worship, education, and cultural events. Batterson also serves as a speaker and chaplain to professional athletes, sharing faith-centered leadership insights that resonate in both locker rooms and boardrooms.
For Batterson, the 10 million–copy milestone is not just a commercial success but a deeper sign of answered prayers and enduring purpose. He shares that he doesn’t see “a book sold as a book sold, but a prayer answered.” His books have become a means to extend his ministry far beyond Washington, D.C., reaching readers around the world with the same message of faith, risk, and purpose that fuels his work at National Community Church.
Gradually Then Suddenly is available today, November 4, 2025, from major booksellers and online retailers.
About Mark Batterson
Mark Batterson is a New York Times bestselling author of numerous influential titles and serves as lead visionary of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. His work spans leadership, spiritual growth, and cultural engagement, and has been translated into more than 25 languages and published in over 50 countries.
About Multnomah
Multnomah is an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. Multnomah has served as publisher of 15 books by Mark Batterson, including such bestsellers such as In a Pit with A Lion on a Snowy Day, Chase the Lion, Whisper, A Million Little Miracles, and children’s books, including The Best Worst Day Ever co-authored with Summer Batterson Dailey. For more information visit www.waterbrookmultnomah.com.
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