November 5, 2018 Edition

Industry News

Lillian Miao returns to Paraclete Press as Director

Paraclete Press is pleased to announce that, starting November 1, 2018, Lillian Miao, CJ, has returned to the publisher after a ten-year absence, as Director. Miao was CFO and then CEO of Paraclete Press from 1987–2008, during which time she was active in the religion publishing community, including a term as the first chairwoman of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA).

BISG announces “Book Publishing: From Concept to Consumer” event on Nov. 15

On Thursday November 15, 2018, the Book Industry Study Group (BISG) will host “Book Publishing: From Concept to Consumer,” a workshop for entry-level and single-function employees looking to round out their understanding of the publishing process and make more informed decisions in their day-to-day work.

Media Announcements

Bible Gateway interviews David Bowden, author of “Rewire Your Heart”

Is the way to fight sin to grit your teeth, strengthen your resolve, and rise above the onslaught of temptation? What does the Bible say about breaking the chain of sin and doing what is right instead of what is wrong? In this Facebook Live video with Bible Gateway, David Bowden (@davidbpoetry) talks about his book, Rewire Your Heart: Replace Your Desire for Sin with Desire for God (Thomas Nelson, 2018).

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Bible Gateway interviews Roger E. Olson, editor of the “Handbook of Denominations in the United States, 14th Edition”

What are denominations and why are they important? What’s their history, doctrines, and practices? How many are there and why do they exist? Bible Gateway interviewed Roger E. Olson, who, along with Frank S. Mead, Samuel S. Hill, and Craig D. Atwood, is editor of the Handbook of Denominations in the United States, 14th Edition (Abingdon Press, 2018).

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Multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner on Jesus Calling podcast to discuss new book

Throughout his career, Josh has spoken frequently about his Christian faith. He recently joined the Jesus Calling podcast to talk about his deep roots in the church and gospel music and why he feels compelled to be a good example for his fans on and off the stage. Josh’s book, Man Stuff, is available from Thomas Nelson.

Product News

Janice Peterson, wife of late Eugene Peterson, releases first book

NavPress announces the November release of Janice Peterson’s debut book, "Becoming Gertrude: How Our Friendships Shape Our Faith," detailing the important role of spiritual friendship in faith formation. Every person who visited Eugene and Jan Peterson at their cabin on Flathead Lake in Montana arrived eager to talk with Eugene—and returned talking about the warm kindness and feisty wisdom of Jan.

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