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December 6, 2021 Edition

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Industry News

Oasis Family Media acquires Enclave Publishing

Oasis Family Media has announced the acquisition of Enclave Publishing, a leading independent publisher of Christian speculative fiction whose catalog includes 2021 Christy Award–winners “Forsaken Island” by Sharon Hinck and “Mortal Sight” by Sandra Fernadez Rhoads. As of January 1, 2022, Enclave Publishing will be a division of Oasis Family Media, alongside Oasis Audio and its imprints, Paperback Classics and Hollywoodland Audiobooks. The speculative fiction house represents OFM’s first step into print publishing.

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ECPA releases December Bestseller Lists

ECPA posted the Christian book bestseller lists in 11 categories for the month of December, based on sales data from NPD Book.  The #1 bestselling book is Jesus Listens by Sarah Young (Thomas Nelson).  Operation Joktan by Amir Tsarfati and Steve Yohn (Harvest House) is the #1 Fiction book; and Crazy Faith by Michael Todd (WaterBrook) is #1 in New Releases.

All the lists are posted at ReadGoodBooks.com.

Friday: MetaComet Systems to present free webinar on successful royalty management

ECPA business solution provider, MetaComet Systems will host a free webinar on Friday, December 10 at 1 pm ET on “Five Barriers To Royalty Management Automation and How To Overcome Them.” In this session, MetaComet Systems president David Marlin will address the barriers that come up again and again about adopting new systems into a business, and why it is more straightforward to remedy them than one might think.  David will also discuss the specific benefits ECPA members receive on MetaComet’s services.

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Eerdmans Publishing appoints Sarah Gombis and Lisa Ann Cockrel

Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company announced that Sarah Gombis has joined the company as director of marketing for all academic, trade, and children’s titles. Gombis most recently worked as marketing manager at Baker Academic and also brings experience from her previous position as marketing manager at Zondervan Academic. Lisa Ann Cockrel has been hired as acquisitions editor. She was most recently director of programs for Image Journal and brings to her position vast experience that includes serving as director of the Festival of Faith & Writing, producer for Prime Time America, and editor for Christianity Today, Intl., Brazos Press, and Baker Academic.

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Milestones

“God's Very Good Idea” by Trillia Newbell surpasses 100,000 sales

The Good Book Company gratefully celebrates the milestone of “God's Very Good Idea” by Trillia Newbell, surpassing 100,000 copies sold worldwide. A follow-up book called “The Big Wide Welcome,” also by Trillia Newbell, will release in January 2022.

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Zondervan wins four Southwestern Journal of Theology 2021 Book Awards

Zondervan is honored to have four books recognized in the 2021 Southwestern Journal of Theology (SWJT) Book Awards. “A Theology of Paul and His Letters” by Douglas Moo was named Book of the Year.

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Crossway celebrates two TGC Book Award winners in 2021

Crossway is pleased to announce that two books—"The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World” and “The Path to Being a Pastor: A Guide for the Aspiring”—have been named winners in their respective categories for the Gospel Coalition’s 2021 Book Awards.

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Five IVP books named Honorable Mention titles in 2021 The Gospel Coalition Book Awards

The Gospel Coalition has announced that five IVP books were given Honorable Mention titles in the 2021 TGC Book Awards: “You Are Not Your Own” by Alan Noble; “The Flourishing Pastor” by Tom Nelson; “Changed Into His Likeness” by J. Gary Millar; “We the Fallen People” by Robert Tracy McKenzie; and “Reading the Times by Jeffrey Bilbro.

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Product News

Annie F. Downs releases new book with Zonderkidz to help children overcome fear

In her new book, “100 Days to Brave for Kids: Devotions for Overcoming Fear and Finding Your Courage” (Zonderkidz, Jan. 25, 2022), nationally known speaker and the bestselling author of “Let’s All Be Brave” and “100 Days to Brave,” Annie F. Downs tailors her insight and encouragement for being brave to 8- to 12-year-olds, guiding them through 100 devotions that will help them overcome their fears, find courage, and discover the freedom and boldness that comes with being brave.

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NavPress to release “Good Night Classics” from author and illustrator C. S. Fritz

NavPress, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release “Good Night Classics” on April 5, 2022. In this beautifully written and illustrated exploration of fairy tales through the lens of the gospel, classic stories illuminate the truths of Scripture in ways children will love.

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Media Announcements

Oasis International authors present free webinar: Can Churches and Ministries in Africa Bring Lasting Change?

The Chalmers Center and Oasis International will be holding a free webinar on Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at 9:00 am Central Time. The webinar will be hosted by the co-authors of the Oasis International title, “Helping Without Hurting in Africa,” providing church and ministry leaders with the foundational concepts and tools in Christ-centered poverty alleviation.  Registration is available by clicking here.

Premier Productions announces the Dude Perfect 'That's Happy' Summer 2022 Tour

Premier Productions announces the Dude Perfect That’s Happy 2022 Summer Tour.  The YouTube sensations — Tyler Toney, Cody Jones, Garrett Hilbert and twins Coby and Cory Cotton — will bring their engaging and action-packed show to 24 cities next summer after several sold-out events on their 2021 tour. “Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff” (Thomas Nelson) is the #1 book on the juvenile list this month.

Iron Stream Media author Danny Ray appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us

World-renowned illusionist Danny Ray shared one of his favorite illusions on “Penn & Teller: Fool Us”, that aired on the CW Network on December 3.  Recently, Danny released “NO, I CAN’T MAKE YOUR WIFE DISAPPEAR: A Magician’s Guide for a Magical Marriage” with Iron Stream Media.

Bible Gateway interviews Max Anders, author of “30 Days to Growing in Your Faith”

What are the basics of the Christian life and how should they be practiced day-in and day-out to build a solid foundation for a lifetime of spiritual growing in your relationship with God?. Bible Gateway interviewed Max Anders (@MaxAnders) about his book, “30 Days to Growing in Your Faith: Enrich Your Life in 15 Minutes a Day” (Thomas Nelson, 2021). Read this interview.

Louie Giglio on Jesus Calling Podcast: Taking Control Of Lies and Living In Truth

Pastor of Passion City Church Louie Giglio recently joined The Jesus Calling Podcast to share how so many of us are vulnerable to lies we hear from others (or even tell ourselves) about who we are, about who others are, and about how we should be in the world. His new book, “Don’t Give The Enemy A Seat At Your Table,” is available from Thomas Nelson.  More

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