First Bibles with New Fonts to Release in March 2017
Grand Rapids, Mich., Feb. 24, 2017 – Imagine how much more enjoyable the Bible reading experience would be if one didn’t have to strain to read it. Thanks to new Comfort Print® Bibles from Thomas Nelson and Zondervan, eye fatigue will no longer cut short readers’ time in God’s Word.
Designed with great precision and purpose, the exclusive new Comfort Print® KJV, NKJV, and NIV fonts will allow readers’ eyes to flow smoothly along the lines of text so they can take in more of the story.
“We believe that the Bible contains the very words of God, so we have an obligation and a commitment to make sure those words are presented in the best, most readable application that modern design and technology can provide,” says Melinda Bouma, associate publisher, Zondervan Bible Group.
Thomas Nelson and Zondervan teamed up with the world’s foremost Bible type foundry, 2K/DENMARK, to develop three proprietary typefaces for the Thomas Nelson KJV, the Thomas Nelson NKJV, and the Zondervan NIV. Each of these handcrafted typefaces is comprised of multiple fonts, drawing out the character of these special translations while simultaneously making Bible reading more comfortable and enjoyable. The first new Comfort Print® Bibles will release in March in the KJV translation.
“Presenting the Word of God in these Comfort Print® typefaces will deeply impact a new generation of readers,” says Bouma.
To learn more about the new Comfort Print® fonts, visit www.ComfortPrintBibles.com.
About Thomas Nelson: 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.
About Zondervan: Zondervan is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources and digital products. The Company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Mich. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.
About 2K/DENMARK: 2K/DENMARK was founded in 1987. Today they offer a range of high quality services, both digitally and in printed media. 2K are designers, and that shines through in their type design, typesetting, and app development. With their roots deep in typography, design, and art history, they understand and respect the craft, but they also dare to find new solutions using new technology—innovation turns most parts of their business. Learn more at www.2kdenmark.com.
Contact:
Trinity McFadden, Senior Manager of Publicity
trinity.mcfadden@harpercollins.com | 616-698-3514
