August 28, 2023 Edition
There will not be a Rush to Press edition next Monday in recognition of the Labor Day holiday.
Industry News
Karen Wright Marsh to open ECPA PubU Online program in keynote for all attendees
Author Karen Wright Marsh will deliver the 2023 PubU Online keynote -- Wake Up to Wonder in your Publishing Role -- on Friday, October 27 at 10 am (central). The session will gather all attendees around inspiration and encouragement before training sessions commence in six publishing tracks until November 13. Karen is the author of “Wake Up To Wonder” (Brazos, 2023), hosts the Vintage Saints and Sinners podcast, and is the executive director of Theological Horizons near the UVA campus in Charlottesville. Early bird registration is open at ECPAPubU.org.
Read More...
Publishers, agents, and authors in Christian fiction present ART OF WRITING webinar series
Registration has opened for The Christy Award program events -- including the four-part ART OF WRITING webinar series -- held every Thursday evening from October 19 to November 9. The cost is $69 for all sessions and recordings. For the first time, program includes optional add-ons for personal publishing consultations.
Read More...
Christian Book Award® program will accept submissions Sep. 1-30 in twelve categories
ECPA will open the nomination period for the 2024 Christian Book Award program on September 1st in twelve categories for titles published between October 2022 and October 2023. Categories are: Audio, Bibles, Bible Reference, Bible Study, Ministry Resources, Biography & Memoir, Christian Living, Faith & Culture, Devotion & Gift, Children, Young People’s Literature, and New Author.
Complete information at ChristianBookAwards.com
Bookwire presents All About Multi-Format Publishing Summit
Bookwire is proud to announce the upcoming digital summit, "All About Multi-Format Publishing," a groundbreaking virtual conference that brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and publishing enthusiasts to explore the intersection of technology and storytelling.
Read More...
Milestones
ACFW announces 2023 Christian Fiction and Industry Awards
The 2023 American Christian Fiction Writers conference at St. Louis, Missouri’s Hyatt Regency at the Arch included the much-anticipated Awards Gala spotlighting this year’s Christian fiction industry awards. Author, instructor, and writing craft resource expert James Scott Bell was honored with ACFW’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Read More...
Media Announcements
Alisa Keeton draws national attention with bestseller status and GMA appearance
“The Body Revelation” by Alisa Keeton, released on June 13 from Tyndale Refresh, skyrocketed to bestseller standing on both the PW bestseller list and ECPA bestseller list. The book was featured in July on GMA3’s Faith Friday segment, where Alisa discussed the integration of faith and fitness.
Read More...
“Finding Grace” authors Larry Randolph and Jennifer Bleakley on Jesus Calling Podcast
Founder of Canines for Christ Larry Randolph and author Jennifer Bleakley recently joined the Jesus Calling Podcast to share how they found ways to connect with their faith through their animal friends. Their book, “Finding Grace,” is available from Tyndale.
Psychiatrist and author Curt Thompson to appear on Jesus Calling Podcast on Aug. 31
Psychiatrist Curt Thompson recently joined The Jesus Calling Podcast to discuss what it’s like when we walk with someone through their pain and how it makes us grow in spiritual thought and understanding. Thompson’s book, “The Deepest Place,” is available from Zondervan.
Product News
NYT bestselling author Sarah Jakes Roberts releases new book with Thomas Nelson
Highly sought-after thought leader, businesswoman and top influencer Sarah Jakes Roberts will release her newest powerful guidebook, "All Hope is Found: Rediscovering the Joy of Expectation," Sept. 19. The title hits bookshelves in conjunction with Roberts’ Woman Evolve Conference in Arlington, Texas.
Read More...
Zondervan releases two new Bibles: Flourish and Rooted Bibles
Zondervan announces the release of two New International Version (NIV) Bibles designed to help men and women navigate the challenges of today’s society – Flourish: The NIV Bible for Women and Rooted: The NIV Bible for Men.
Read More...
David C Cook releases two new Clever Cub books
The beloved Clever Cub Bible Stories Series is expanding with two additions that bring timeless values to life for young readers aged 3 to 6 by celebrated author Bob Hartman and illustrator Steve Brown.
Read More...
Bianca Juarez Olthoff releases next book in time for National Hispanic Heritage month
Bestselling Christian author, speaker, and podcast host Bianca Juarez Olthoff is coming off the heels of her chart-topping books "How To Have Your Life Not Suck" and "Play with Fire" to release "Grit Don't Quit" (August 29, HCCP).
Read More...
FaithWords releases “I Cry in Corners” tomorrow by Chari Orozco
In I CRY IN CORNERS (FaithWords, August 29), charismatic up-and-coming pastor Chari Orozco takes the readers through the life of Jesus, examining the powerful emotional tests he faced and how he responded.
Read More...
David C Cook devotionals set to release in next week: for couples, and for men
Bestselling author and renowned marriage ministry leader Ted Cunningham releases his new 52-week devotional for couples with David C Cook: “Greater Joy TWOgether.” More
Author and renowned speaker Vince Miller will release his month-long devotional, “Proverbs: A Strong Man Is Wise” on Sept. 5 with David C Cook. More
Other News
- Religion Book Sales Slipped 1.2% in First Half of 2023
- AAP StatShot: US Sales Up 1.2 Percent in First Half of 2023
- Religion Book Deals for Aug. 23: IVP, Cook, Nelson, Brazos
- PCPA, ACP & ECPA co-sponsor webinar: AI & religious publishing
- Outreach will join the Gloo family of brands
- CT: CSB Bible Finds Its Place in ‘Crowded’ Evangelical Market
- Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: September 2023
- PW: BookTok Helped Book Sales Soar. How Long Will That Last?
