May 13, 2019 Edition
Industry News
Greg Clarke to step down as head of Bible Society Australia
After nine years at the helm of Australia’s oldest continuous organization, Dr. Greg Clarke announced he will be stepping down from his position as CEO of Bible Society Australia. Clarke told staff and supporters that he felt like his role at BSA was one he had “prepared for my whole life.”
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ECPA's annual Leadership Summit goes beyond borders
“Beyond Borders” was the theme of ECPA’s Leadership Summit conference, held April 30 and May 1 in Chicago. Twenty-seven presenters and panelists covered such topics as: the global opportunity in publishing, the growth of audio books and podcasting, the new realities of Christian book retail, and the need for publishers to support under-represented minorities.
Publishing in Color conference held next month in New Jersey
Co-sponsored by Writing for your Life and involving several ECPA publishers, the upcoming Publishing in Color conference will be held June 13-14 at the Drew University Theological School in Madison, New Jersey. Keynote speakers are Sophfronia Scott, Rodrigo Colon, Kathy Khang, and Karen Valentin. Publishing in Color conferences foster relationships between writers from under-represented groups and representatives from the spiritual publishing industry.
Christian Bestsellers for May just released…
See list of the month’s Top 100 bestsellers at bottom of this email.
Milestones
ECPA presents Dr. Gary Chapman with Pinnacle Award
ECPA has presented New York Times bestselling author and counselor Dr. Gary Chapman with the industry’s Pinnacle Award for the outstanding contribution of The 5 Love Languages® series, both to the industry and to society at large.
Hendrickson Publishers' "The Complete Hebrew-Greek Bible" wins "Best in Category"
"The Complete Hebrew-Greek Bible" has been selected as “Best in Category” in the reference category at the 62nd annual New England Book Show awards ceremony. The Award was presented by the Book Builders of Boston on May 7th, at Boston’s Symphony Hall.
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Tyndale author Ann Voskamp wins 2019 Christian Book Award®
Tyndale House Publishers is pleased to announce that "The Wonder of the Greatest Gift" by Ann Voskamp has been recognized as the ECPA 2019 Christian Book Award winner in the Devotion & Gift category. The announcement was made at the ECPA Awards Celebration, which was held April 30 at the Rosemont Hilton in Chicago, during the ECPA Leadership Summit.
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Media Announcements
Whitney Capps talks about new book “Sick of Me” on “Home & Family”
Speaker and author Whitney Capps was a featured guest May 6 on the Hallmark Channel’s Emmy award-winning daytime show “Home & Family.” Co-hosts Cameron Mathison and Debbie Matenopoulos interviewed Capps about her recently-released debut book “Sick of Me: From Transparency to Transformation” (March 2019, B&H Publishing) and the power of transparency in relationships, parenting and faith.
Ty Pennington launches new memoir with national TV appearances
Ty Pennington is sharing much of his personal story for the first time in "Life to the Extreme: How a Chaotic Kid Became America’s Favorite Carpenter" (available May 14). Pennington will launch the book with major national media in New York City this week, including the TODAY Show on Wednesday, May 15, and FOX & Friends on Thursday, May 16.
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The Good Book Company launches podcast with authors Dan Strange and Christopher Ash
The Good Book Company is delighted to announce the launch of The Good Book Company Podcast, which was released on May 8th. On the podcast you’ll hear lively conversations with authors about church, culture and the Christian life. The first two episodes are available wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Moody Publishers’ author joins Focus on the Family team in NYC
Moody Publishers’ author Arlene Pellicane joined thousands of people to stand for life right in the middle of Times Square in New York City. Focus on the Family hosted this event called Alive in Times Square: See Life Clearly on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Arlene caught up with John Fuller, co-host of the Focus daily broadcast, who was broadcasting live during the event.
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Bible Gateway interviews Bill Delvaux, author of “Heroic”
How does the biblical concept of heroism contrast with what’s depicted in comic books and movies? Why is heroism important to a man’s identity? What is the biblical model for being heroic? Bible Gateway interviewed Bill Delvaux (@BillDelvaux) about his book, “Heroic: The Surprising Path to True Manhood” (B&H Books, 2019).
Grammy Award-winning worship artist Chris Tomlin and Pastor Darren Whitehead discuss book
Christian music songwriter Chris Tomlin and pastor/author Darren Whitehead recently joined the Jesus Calling podcast to talk about the new book they co-wrote and to explain how we can revolutionize our relationship with God when we learn the true meaning of worship. The Tomlin and Whitehead book, “Holy Roar: 7 Words That Will Change The Way You Worship” is available from Thomas Nelson.
Product News
B&H signs pastor and author Derwin Gray for two books
B&H Publishing is proud to announce its acquisition of pastor, author and former NFL player Derwin Gray for a two-book deal. Gray is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church (TC), one of the fastest growing churches in America as recognized by Outreach Magazine.
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Focus on the Family to release "How God Used 'the Other Woman'"
Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release "How God Used 'the Other Woman'” on July 9, 2019. Tina Konkin and her husband were both working as marriage counselors when she learned that he was having an affair with her best friend.
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Lexham Press announces new publishing partnership with CT
The Best of Christianity Today is a new series from Lexham Press, featuring the most enduring articles from decades of Christianity Today. The first three titles in this series include essential writings from Carl F. H. Henry and John Stott and a robust account of the basics of Christian doctrine from leading evangelical theologians. This publishing partnership will last three years, with more titles forthcoming.
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Award-winning Slugs & Bugs creator releases first two kids books with B&H
B&H Publishing is excited to announce the first two Slugs & Bugs books, “Who Will Play with Me?” and “Are We Still Friends?,” from award-winning family musician and Slugs & Bugs creator Randall Goodgame.
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Other News
TRIBUTES
INDUSTRY
RELIGION BOOK DEALS
PUBLISHING
- CJK Buys Thomson-Shore's Assets
- Wiley is to buy courseware and adaptive technology provider Knewton
- Chronicle Books Creates New Audio Unit
- US Authors Guild Joins With AAP and Copyright Alliance on CASE Act
- Blockchain technology predicted to bring disruption to publishing
- Webinar May 15: How AI Can Help Publishing
- June PubTech event in NYC: Connecting with Readers in Digital Ways
- Patreon Looks to Satisfy Creators and Investors
BAKER & TAYLOR SPARKS ACTION
DIVERSITY IN PUBLISHING
In his last message, Jean Vanier said: “I am deeply peaceful and trustful. I’m not sure what the future will be but God is good and whatever happens it will be the best. I am happy and give thanks for everything. My deepest love to each one of you.”
