NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 30, 2026) — Thomas Nelson Gift, Zondervan Gift, and DaySpring Gift, imprints of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, are pleased to announce key marketing updates to their growing team. These updates and hires reflect the group’s continued commitment to connecting readers with beautifully designed, faith-centered gift products.
Kerri Daly joins as Director of Marketing. Kerri brings more than 12 years of publishing experience to the team. Previously a Senior Marketing Manager at W Publishing, she has led successful campaigns for authors including Granger Smith, Robert J. Morgan, Katherine Wolf, and Jonathan McReynolds, achieving recognition on bestseller lists including The New York Times, USA Today, ECPA, and The Wall Street Journal. Kerri will oversee Dayspring authored products, as well as additional Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift authors and new titles.
Lydia Eagle has been promoted to Senior Marketing Manager after five years in Christian gift book marketing at HarperCollins Christian Publishing. She has worked with bestselling authors including Jennifer Tucker, Sadie Robertson Huff, and Demi Leigh Tebow. Lydia will lead strategic marketing initiatives across proprietary and backlist titles, develop brand strategy, and oversee campaigns that elevate the visibility of DaySpring Gift products.
Ruthie Jahn joins the team as Marketing & Publicity Associate. She will support the marketing and publicity efforts across all projects, helping the team run day-to-day activities to keep initiatives running smoothly and maximize impact.
“The gift book market continues to evolve, with readers seeking thoughtfully designed, inspirational content that offers both encouragement and value,” said Stephanie Newton, VP Publisher of Thomas Nelson Gift, Zondervan Gift, and DaySpring Gift. “By investing in talented, strategic leaders, we are positioning Thomas Nelson Gift, Zondervan Gift, and DaySpring Gift to deliver products that resonate deeply with readers across all stages of life.”
HarperCollins Christian Publishing
HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) is the world’s leading Christian publisher and home to renowned brands Thomas Nelson and Zondervan. It also operates various digital platforms, including FaithGateway, ChurchSource, and Bible Gateway—the world’s largest Christian website. HCCP specializes in bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, children’s books, academic resources, curriculum, gift books, audio, and digital content crafted for the Christian market. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with an office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, HCCP is part of HarperCollins Publishers. For more information, visit HarperCollinsChristian.com.
Thomas Nelson Gift and Zondervan Gift
Thomas Nelson Gift and Zondervan Gift, imprints under HarperCollins Christian Publishing, offer curated collections of beautifully designed gift books that inspire, uplift, and celebrate life’s meaningful moments. Specializing in devotionals, journals, seasonal titles, and books for special occasions, both imprints focus on nurturing faith and encouraging personal reflection through thoughtfully crafted content and stylish, on-trend design. Headquartered in Nashville, TN, you can explore their collections at thomasnelson.com/gift and zondervan.com/gift.
About DaySpring Publishing
DaySpring Publishing, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, creates inspirational gift books, devotionals, journals, children’s books, Bibles, coloring and puzzle books, as well as Prayers to Share, designed to encourage and equip readers in their daily walk of faith.
