January 8, 2024 Edition
There will not be a Rush to Press edition next Monday in honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
Industry News
Our Daily Bread Ministries acquire the Institute for Bible Reading
Our Daily Bread Ministries (ODBM), a global non-denominational nonprofit, has announced it has acquired the Institute for Bible Reading (IFBR), an action-oriented, nonprofit think tank that aspires to “Change the Way the World Reads the Bible.”
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Christian Bestseller lists released for January
ECPA has released the monthly Christian Bestseller lists for January 2024 in 15 categories. The top-selling book is “The Great Disappearance” by David Jeremiah (Thomas Nelson), followed by “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young (Thomas Nelson) and “Upon Waking” by Jackie Hill Perry (B&H).
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Bestseller lists for Christmas 2023 and the Best of 2023 will be released later this month.
Staff Announcements
The American Bible Society has a new president
The Board of Directors of American Bible Society have introduced Dr. Jennifer Holloran as the new president and CEO of American Bible Society. Dr. Holloran will join American Bible Society on March 1, 2024, after 22 years in various leadership roles at Wycliffe Bible Translators USA, most recently as chief operating officer.
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Devin Duke joins Nelson Books as senior publicity manager
Nelson Books is thrilled to announce the arrival of Devin Duke as the new Senior Publicity Manager. Duke brings a rich background and proven success to Nelson Books, beginning her publicity career nearly a decade ago at Ramsey Solutions.
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Milestones
Tara-Leigh Cobble’s The Bible Recap tops U.S. Podcast charts at No. 1
On January 1, 2024, five years after its inaugural episode, The Bible Recap podcast ascended to No. 1 in All Categories on Apple Podcasts. The accompanying book, The Bible Recap: A One-Year Guide to Reading and Understanding the Entire Bible, published by Baker Publishing Group’s Bethany House division, also secured the No. 2 spot in All Books on Amazon, with The Bible Recap Study Guide ranking at No. 20.
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Product News
W Publishing Group announces book with former Australian PM Scott Morrison
W Publishing Group, an imprint of Thomas Nelson Publishing, today announced a book deal with former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. "Plans For Your Good: A Prime Minister's Testimony of God's Faithfulness" is scheduled to release May 21 in the United States and Canada, and May 23 in Australia. The foreword will be written by former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence.
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Crossway Releases updated ESV Bible App for smartphones and tablets
Crossway announces the release of the updated ESV Bible app, which provides users with a portable Scripture reading tool with numerous study and audio features designed specifically for smartphones and tablets. The update includes 7 audio recordings of the full Bible read by acclaimed Christian artists, pastors, and Bible teachers, including Ray Ortlund, Jackie Hill Perry, Mike Reeves, Conrad Mbewe, Robert Smith, Kristyn Getty, and David Cochran Heath.
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FaithWords releases new book this week by pastor Paul Daugherty on mental health
In his new book, “Mind Games: Winning the Battle for Your Mental and Emotional Health” (FaithWords, January 9, 2024), Paul Daugherty, the pastor of a 14,000+ member church, challenges churches to break their silence as anxiety, depression, and emotional trauma continue to affect even the most devoted believers.
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Charisma Media announces three releases in the new year
Don Colbert, MD, New York Times best-selling author, presents his most comprehensive work to date in “Dr. Colbert’s Health Zone Essentials” (January 2, 2024). More
Dr. Michael Brown provides 25 ways that Christians can biblically keep revival alive and led by the Holy Spirit in “Seize The Moment” (January 2, 2024). More
Rabbi Kirt A. Schneider explores God’s different prophetic and symbolic names in the Bible in his newest book, “To Know Him By Name” (January 2, 2024). More
Media Announcements
IVP and podcast host Jay Kim launch The Digital Examen on January 10
InterVarsity Press has announced the launch of a new podcast, The Digital Examen, hosted by pastor and author Jay Kim. The first episode releases on Wednesday, January 10. Through conversations with a variety of leaders, pastors, and scholars, Kim and his guests will focus on what it means to reorient one’s life in the direction of listening.
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Authors airing on Jesus Calling Podcast this week:
Christa Hardin on the Enneagram in Marriage: Podcaster and counselor Christa Hardin shares how the Enneagram can help couples communicate better, learn more about each other, and grow together. Hardin’s book, “The Enneagram in Marriage,” is available from Baker Books.
Jay Hewitt on how God works through suffering: Southern California pastor Jay Hewitt found out at 37 years old that he had a malignant brain tumor. He shares how God works through suffering. Hewitt’s book, “I Am Weak, I Am Strong,” is available from Zondervan.
Ike Miller on “Good Baggage”: Ike Miller will share later this week how he overcame the obstacles of childhood trauma and learned to live a life of faith and self-examination in God’s presence. Miller’s book, “Good Baggage,” is available from Baker Books.
Other News
INDUSTRY
- Skyhorse to Phase Out Regnery's Salem Books Imprint
- The Washington Times features Peachtree Proofreading Services in front page story, “Thou Shalt Not Print Errors”
- Religion Book Deals for January 3: IVP, Zondervan, Harvest House, Baker
- CT: Remembering Tim Keller, Charles Stanley, Elizabeth Sherrill, and others who died in 2023
- Author Skot Welch webinar on Jan. 11: Unfractured principles for your organization
PUBLISHING
- PW: Women Ruled the 2023 Bestseller List
- Print Sales Rose 5.8% in Christmas Week
- Print Book Sales Fell 2.6% in 2023
- AI: Copyright Challenges Now Include a New York Times Lawsuit
- How Publishers Can Navigate the AI Revolution
- Lightning Source Finds New Areas to Grow
- IPG Adds Five New Publishers to its Sales & Distribution Programs
- BISG webinar on Jan. 9: Planning for Sustainability, Risks & Opportunities
- knk webinar on January 9: knkPublishing Release 2023 R2
- Firebrand webinar on January 17: Introducing Title Management Lite
