(Nashville, TN) July 22, 2024 — Bestselling author, Bible teacher, and founder/visionary of Gather25 and IF:Gathering Jennie Allen has signed a multi-book deal with Thomas Nelson, HarperCollins Christian Publishing. The lineup of products features two trade books, curriculum, children’s books, a 365-day devotional, and gift publications.
“We are thrilled to have Jennie Allen back home at HarperCollins Christian Publishing,” shared Don Jacobson, SVP & Group Publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing. “She is a high caliber author and communicator, and we are enthusiastic about this renewed partnership with her and her ministry. The robust suite of products we intend to bring to the marketplace for years to come is a collaborative effort across many of our imprints, all of whom are eager to amplify these powerful and transformational messages.”
Her first release (April 2025) will be a Tommy Nelson picture book, What to Do with Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts, which helps kids understand that God has given them amazing brains. Kids will learn that they can say no to fearful or negative thoughts and stop them from whirling and swirling in their heads. They will learn how to implement healthy habits by saying yes to strong thoughts and focusing on promises from God’s Word. This book will be an incredibly helpful tool for parents and an encouraging and inspiring book for kids. It will give agency to children by helping them understand how much they can do, both in thought and action, to have strong, healthy minds in spite of this anxious world we’re living in.
“Jennie has such a passion for helping people live closer to Jesus. We are thrilled to help her reach that goal through her publishing ministry,” said Laura Minchew, Sr. Vice President, Group Publisher, Children’s and Gift Book Group. “I love that her messages are so approachable and meaningful.”
The first of two trade books, with Nelson Books, will release in Spring 2026 and will enable readers to identify and battle the one core lie that has unknowingly hindered them throughout their lives, helping them rebuild the way they think about themselves, the world, and God. Allen will leverage her deep love for God and belief in the potential of the present generation to disciple a generation of believers to live what they profess.
“Jennie is a true visionary, able to reach and lead beyond the visible horizon with boldness and intentionality. Nelson Books is exceptionally proud to be working with her on these life-changing publications,” said Andrew Stoddard, Vice President & Publisher, Nelson Books
“Thirteen years ago, my teammates at HCCP believed in me and launched my first projects into the world. It is exciting to be back with new dreams and to work together again,” shared Allen. “I trust this team and can’t wait to build together for years to come!”
World Rights were negotiated by Curtis Yates of Yates & Yates.
Jennie Allen is a New York Times bestselling author, Bible teacher, and the visionary behind IF:Gathering and the global prayer gathering, Gather25. Her mission is to disciple a generation of Jesus followers to live what they believe. Jennie is the bestselling author of Untangle Your Emotions, Find Your People, and Get Out of Your Head. She holds a Masters in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac, and their four children.
The world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc. comprises of the Thomas Nelson, Zondervan and HarperChristian Resources publishing groups and imprint, BibleGateway.com, FaithGateway.com, StudyGateway.com and ChurchSource.com. The Company produces bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, academic resources, curriculum, audio and digital content for the Christian market space. Bible Gateway is the world’s largest Christian website with more than 20 million unique visitors each month. HarperCollins Christian Publishing is headquartered in Nashville, TN with additional offices in the U.S. and Mexico. For more information, visit www.HarperCollinsChristian.com.
Thomas Nelson is a world leading publisher and provider of Christian content and has been providing readers with quality inspirational product for more than 200 years. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., the publishing group provides multiple formats of award-winning Bibles, books, gift books, cookbooks, curriculum and digital content, with distribution of its products in more than 100 countries. Thomas Nelson is headquartered in Nashville, TN. For additional information, visit www.thomasnelson.com.
Contact: Lisa Beech, Nelson Books, Lisa.beech@harpercollins.com
