June 12, 2017 Edition
Industry News
Thomas Nelson launches new imprint
Thomas Nelson introduces Emanate Books, its new charismatic Christian publishing imprint. The word “emanate” means, “something abstract, but perceptible, that spreads out from a source.” This new imprint will publish books that emanate God’s love to a hurting world. Joel Kneedler, former associate publisher with W Publishing, will serve as publisher of Emanate Books.
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Warner Press acquires Hermitage Art
Warner Press continues its growth with the announcement of the recent agreement in principle to acquire a 100% interest in Hermitage Art, Inc., a Chicago based organization. This acquisition will provide Warner Press the opportunity to expand their current customer base through the addition of new products, categories and customer channels.
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Baker Publishing Group welcomes new Chief Financial Officer
Baker Publishing Group is pleased to announce Kevin Nichols as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Nichols replaces Wes Brower, who retires after working at Baker for forty-five years, the past twenty-eight as Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations.
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Paul Bootes, Koorong CEO to retire
Koorong has announced that long serving CEO Paul Bootes will retire in early July when his brother Rob Bootes will succeed him as CEO. Paul, a 40 year veteran of the Christian bookselling industry, has overseen the expansion of the original bookshop in his parents’ house in Sydney to the 15 store chain and online business that it is today.
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ECPA announces key leadership and new location for PubU 2017
PubU, the annual training and networking event for publishing practitioners, will be held in Nashville at Lipscomb University on November 7-8. Dave Schroeder (VP Marketing, B&H) and Jennifer Lyell (VP Trade Publishing, LifeWay Christian Resources) will head up the event’s planning committee – called the PubU Brain Trust. This committee will develop the sessions and invite speakers in six publishing tracks: Marketing & Publicity, Editorial, Reader Engagement, Design, Data/Delivery/Workflow, and Rights. ”Dave and Jennifer are assembling a strong and diverse team of publishing professionals who will develop an incredible PubU program,” states ECPA executive director Stan Jantz. “We look forward to announcing the full team very soon.” Save the date, plan to attend, and sign up for program updates at ECPAPubU.org. Early bird registration will open soon.
HarperCollins Christian gives independent Christian retailers a big boost
To support the successful health and growth of independent brick-and- mortar retailers in the Christian industry, HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) and The Parable Group have deepened their relationship in recent months giving retailers an added boost. Randy Ross, Sales and Marketing Specialist for The Parable Group said, “In the aftermath of Family Christian Stores closures, we’re delighted to see several publishers extending additional support and fresh collaborative ideas to help independent Christian retailers thrive. HarperCollins Christian, in particular, is stepping up in unprecedented ways.”
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INTERQUEST announces speakers for 2017 London Digital Book Printing Forum
INTERQUEST, a leading market and technology research and consulting firm serving the digital printing and publishing industry, today announced speakers for the 2017 London Digital Book Printing Forum, which will be held Tuesday, June 27, 2017 from 9:00 to 17:00 at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The full-day educational event focuses on key trends in the book market, the evolution of book manufacturing and the supply chain, and the use of digital printing to produce books.
ECPA has a limited number of free passes available to this event for members. Contact stoomb@ecpa.org if interested.
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Milestones
Thomas Nelson wins Audiobook Award in 2017 Audie Awards
On June 1, 2017, The Audio Publishers Association (APA) awarded the Thomas Nelson audiobook “The Awakening of H.K. Derryberry” (written by Jim Bradford and Andy Hardin, and narrated by Milton Bagby) an Audie Award in the Inspirational/Faith-Based Non-fiction category.
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Cultural Background Study Bible wins multiple awards
Context changes everything. Historical stories and parables come to life with just a bit of insight. Zondervan, the creators of the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, developed a new scriptural experience for Bible readers everywhere with the idea that clarity could be given to even the most well-known Bible stories.
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Media Announcements
Thomas Nelson to host Jesus Calling booth at CMA Fest
For the first time, the bestselling devotionals Jesus Calling and Jesus Always will have a presence at the 2017 CMA Music Festival in Nashville. These books by Sarah Young have touched the lives of more than 20 million readers, and this CMA presence will expand the devotionals’ message to new audiences and also allow current fans to interact with the brand in a new way.
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Bible Gateway interviews Mark Robert Anderson, author of 'The Qur’an in Context: A Christian Exploration
How does the Qur’an compare to the Bible? What figures and themes can be found in both? What is the theology, anthropology, soteriology, and portrayal of Jesus throughout the Qur’an? In this Q&A, Mark Robert Anderson (@seeingislamnow) talks about his book, The Qur’an in Context: A Christian Exploration (IVP Academic, 2016).
Bible Gateway interviews Robert J. Morgan, author of "Reclaiming the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation"
Do you long to deepen your intimacy with God? How can contemplating, visualizing, and personalizing the Bible help you find a sense of soul-steadying peace? Bible Gateway interviewed Robert J. Morgan (@robertjmorgan) about his book, Reclaiming the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation: Find True Peace in Jesus (Thomas Nelson, 2017).
Adventures in Odyssey celebrates 30 years with “Get in the Show” contest
To celebrate the 30th birthday of Adventures in Odyssey, auditions are now being held through June 16 in bookstores across the country for the chance for one youth (ages 6 to 15) to perform live with the cast of this beloved audio drama series. Fan voting will begin on June 26 and continue throughout July, after which three finalists will be chosen by fans and flown to Colorado Springs, CO, to audition before a live audience on August 12 at Focus on the Family headquarters.
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Product News
Africa Study Bible launches in Chicago
Hundreds of Moody Bible Institute students, faculty, and distinguished guests joined together April 10-12 to learn about the explosive growth and future of the church in Africa as part of the African Voices Conference, hosted by Oasis International in partnership with Tyndale House Publishers and Urban Ministries, Inc. (UMI). The conference also served as the United States launch of the Africa Study Bible, the first study Bible developed by Africans with over 2,600 notes written by 350 contributors from 50 countries (Oasis International/Tyndale House Publishers).
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New York Times Bestselling author Lisa Bevere writes first children’s picture book, Lizzy the Lioness
Lisa Bevere, internationally known speaker andNew York Times bestselling author, has written her first children’s picture book, Lizzy the Lioness (Oct. 3, 2017). The book offers a unique angle on bravery for children. Through the adventures of Lizzy, the littlest lion, kids can see that instead of putting themselves in danger, sometimes the bravest thing to do is to ask for help.
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INDUSTRY
PUBLISHING
- Reed Reaffirms Commitment to BookExpo, BookCon Combo
- HarperCollins, Harlequin Shift Executive Leadership
- Audiobook Sales Up Again in 2016, Posting Double-Digit Gains
- APA cites 24% Americans saying they’ve completed an audiobook in last year
- NYT: Amazon Sets Up Shop in the Heart of the Publishing Industry
- Audible launches £10,000 writing grant
