June 12, 2023 Edition
There will not be a Rush to Press edition next week in observance of Juneteenth.
Industry News
Statement from Salem Books on the passing of Pat Robertson
“Salem Books honors the life of author and communication pioneer Pat Robertson upon his entry into his heavenly home. We are honored to have been one of his many publishing partners, having worked with him on The Power of the Holy Spirit in You.”
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ECPA announces five designer judge panel for 2023 Top Shelf Book Cover Award program
Each year, professional book designers are recruited to judge the submissions for the industry’s book cover award program, except for last year’s anniversary year. This year’s judges will review covers in Non-Fiction, Fiction, Children, Bibles. They are: Jennifer Heuer, Sarah Horgan, Joshua Noom, Chandler Saunders, and Sara Wood. ECPA member publishers are invited to nominate their book and Bible designs until August 15.
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Industry's International Rights and Export Fair meets in two weeks in Chicago
The ECPA International Rights and Export Fair will return June 27-28 to the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago to connect publishers, vendors, and distributors for licensing and international sales.
Christian publishers invited to nominate a book for the 2024 Christianity Today Book Awards
Each year, Christianity Today honors a set of outstanding books encompassing a variety of subjects and genres. The CT Book Awards will be announced in December.
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Riggins Rights Management continues Go Fund Me for Ukraine relief
From Cindy Riggins: With a critical dam destroyed in Southern Ukraine, rescue workers are racing to help those affected by the floods. The Tavriski Christian Institute, an organization familiar to Riggins Rights team member Nadiyka, is seeking funds to provide medical kits, aid volunteers in essential evacuation operations, provide food and water, etc. Riggins Rights is reactivating their Go Fund Me to send them aid.
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Milestones
Seven Kregel titles named 2023 Selah Award winners
The Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference announced the winners for their annual Selah Awards and seven Kregel titles were named as winners, including: “Colorful Connections” by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith and Lori Stanley Roeleveld in General Nonfiction; “Death to Deconstruction” by Joshua S. Porter in Christian Life; and “The Songs That Could Have Been” by Amanda Wen in Historical Romance.
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“Be Still” by DaySpring author Cleere Cheery Reaves surpasses 100,000 in sales
DaySpring Cards, Inc., an Arkansas-based company specializing in Christian cards, specialty products, and gift books, proudly announces over 100,000 copies sold of "Be Still: 90 Devotions for the Hopeful Heart" by Cleere Cheery Reaves.
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“10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity” surpasses 100,000 in sales
Crossway is pleased to announce that “10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity” by Rebecca McLaughlin (Crossway, March 2021) has surpassed 100,000 units in sales. McLaughlin helps teens see that what look like roadblocks to the Christian faith might actually be signposts.
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ACFW announces 2023 Lifetime Achievement recipient James Scott Bell
The American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) is pleased to announce the recipient of their 2023 Lifetime Achievement honors—prolific author, fiction instructor, mentor, and industry observer James Scott Bell.
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Product News
NavPress to release unique new Bible-reading experience for creatives
In September, NavPress will release “The Message of Matthew: Echoes,” a creative approach to experiencing and interacting with Eugene Peterson’s beloved Message translation.
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Tyndale Kids announces Fall 2023 releases
Tyndale House Publishers will release five new kids and middle-grade books in the fall of 2023. In line with Tyndale’s corporate mission, the new products—"Pawverbs for Kids,” “The Size of Everything,” “’Twas the Night,” “SuperChef Family Cookbook,” and “He is There”—are designed to share God’s love with readers while teaching faith-filled lessons.
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Focus on the Family and NavPress announce Fall 2023 Kids releases
Focus on the Family and NavPress, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release five new kids and middle-grade books in the fall of 2023. The new products—"Otter B Friendly,” “Smoke in the Air!,” “The Second Storm,” “Heart of Belonging,” and “Big Feelings Days”—equip parents to raise their children with thriving faith.
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NavPress to partner with Jim Putman and Real Life Ministries
NavPress is pleased to announce a partnership with Jim Putman and Real Life Ministries, a trusted source in developing church leaders and communities to live out Jesus’ method of discipleship and disciple-making. The partnership will include releases of several revised and new projects starting in 2024.
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“Hunt for Eden’s Star” launches Beacon Hill Young Adult series from Wander
D. J. Williams’s debut young adult thriller, "Hunt for Eden's Star," kicked off the Beacon Hill series on April 4, 2023, released from Wander, the YA imprint of Tyndale House Publishers.
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"Unfair Advantage" by pastor Aaron Burke releases August 8 from Thomas Nelson
While it is often the categorically unfair events in our lives that derail our dreams, Radiant Church pastor Aaron Burke shares why it is often these very struggles that fuel our passion and propel our vision in his debut book with Thomas Nelson releasing August 8: “The Unfair Advantage: 7 Keys from the Life of Joseph for Transforming any Obstacle into an Opportunity.”
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Media Announcements
Rabbit Room Theatre to release “The Hiding Place” film version
Adapted for the stage by A. S. Peterson with Rabbit Room Theatre, “The Hiding Place” will show in select North American theaters Aug. 3 and Aug. 5. “The Hiding Place” is based on the internationally bestselling memoir by Corrie Ten Boom, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and has regularly appeared on the ECPA’s Christian bestsellers list over the past 50 years.
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Pastor and B&H Books author Donnie Griggs on Jesus Calling Podcast
Donnie Griggs recently joined The Jesus Calling Podcast to share how he has experienced the unique challenges of being a pastor in a small town, and how it’s possible to make a huge impact in small spaces. Griggs’ book, “Pastoring Small Towns,” is available from B&H Books.
Proverbs 31 Lynn Cowell and counselor Michelle Nietert on Jesus Calling Podcast
Professional counselor Michelle Nietert and Proverbs 31 Ministries’ Lynn Cowell recently joined The Jesus Calling Podcast to share how they encourage young people to explore their God-given emotions toward a healthier mental space. Their book, “Managing Your Emojis,” is available from Zonderkidz.
“Girl Dad” authors Jay and Rae Anne Payleitner join Jesus Calling Podcast on June 15
Author Jay Payleitner and his daughter, Rae Anne, recently joined The Jesus Calling Podcast to open up about how to navigate seasons of change in the father/daughter relationship to maintain a strong and loving bond over the years. Their book, “Girl Dad,” is available from Salem Books.
Other News
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- Circana's May Report: US Book Sales Down 1.5 Million Units from April
- AAP March StatShot: US Book Industry Up 3.2 Percent Year-to-Date
- Print Book Sales Declined 6.1% Last Week
- Trends in the Children’s Book Market
- Growing Sales in Spanish-Language Audiobooks
- Court to Hear Bids by Amazon, Publishers to Dismiss Price Fixing Case
- White House Announces New Position to Combat Book Bans
- Lakeside Book Co. acquires Marquis Book Printing in Canada
- PW: AI Is About to Turn Book Publishing Upside-Down
- How AI is Changing the Book Publishing World
- Accessibility in Books: Australia's New Publishing Guide
