19 December

Kevin Hyer promoted to director of Sales for Export Division

Nashville, Tenn. (December 19, 2019) – HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) today announced Kevin Hyer’s promotion to director of sales for HCCP’s export sales division.

Hyer joined HCCP in 2012 after twelve years in the music industry working for Word Entertainment/Warner Music Group where he managed the international marketing and sales for physical and digital products. After this, Hyer ran his own business specializing in international distribution and licensing of faith-based films, books, and music. At HCCP he served as the key account manager for many of the largest retailers and wholesalers outside the United States. He has also taken the lead in several important growth initiatives for HCCP.   

In his new role and in addition to his current responsibilities, Hyer will oversee the Harper360 program in Australia, work to maximize international print on demand opportunities, and head an initiative to grow online sales.   

“Since Kevin arrived at HCCP seven years ago, he has been a hard-working innovator, always seeking new platforms and partnerships for our products,” said Rod Schumacher, v-p of export sales. “I am excited for him to help lead our export team.”

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HarperCollins Christian Publishing: The world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing Inc., comprises the Thomas Nelson and Zondervan publishing groups, Olive Tree Bible Software, BibleGateway.com, FaithGateway.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 monthly visitors. HarperCollins Christian Publishing is headquartered in Nashville, TN with additional offices in the U.S. and Mexico.  For more information visit www.HarperCollinsChristian.com.  

Contact:    Chelsea Taff, Assistant Manager

                   Corporate Communications

                   tel:    615.902.2137

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12 December

Zondervan Wins Four 2020 Christianity Today Book Awards

Justification by Michael Horton named Theology/Ethics Book of the Year

(Nashville, Tenn.) December 12, 2019—Zondervan is honored to have four books recognized in the 2020 Christianity Today Book Awards, which were announced on December 10. Annually, Christianity Today chooses books in twelve main categories that are “most likely to shape evangelical life, thought, and culture.” 

The following Zondervan titles were recognized:

  • Cultural Apologetics: Renewing the Christian Voice, Conscience, and Imagination in a Disenchanted World by Paul M. Gould – Award of Merit (Apologetics/Evangelism) Zondervan Academic
  • One Big Heart: A Celebration of Being More Alike Than Different by Linsey Davis – Award of Merit (Children and Youth) Zonderkidz
  • Spirit and Sacrament: An Invitation to Eucharismatic Worship by Andrew Wilson – Award of Merit (The Church/Pastoral Leadership) Zondervan Reflective
  • Justification (2 vols.) by Michael Horton – Book of the Year – (Theology/Ethics) Zondervan Academic

“Given the criteria by which Christianity Today selects books for recognition, that three books from the Zondervan Academic and Zondervan Reflective imprints were given either Book of the Year or the Award of Merit recognition testifies to the wisdom and success of our commitment to publish well-researched and well-written works that model irenic discussion, represent a variety of viewpoints, and yet stay within the boundaries of our commitments to the historic doctrines of orthodox Christianity and biblical authority,” said Stan Gundry, senior v-p, Zondervan Academic and Zondervan Reflective publisher. “I would be remiss if I did not also give credit to our authors who earned this recognition—Michael Horton, Andrew Wilson, and Paul Gould.”

“We are delighted for this recognition of Linsey Davis’ One Big Heart, with the big message for children that God’s love connects all of us and makes us more alike than different,” said Laura Minchew, senior v-p, Children’s and Gift Group publisher.

To read the full 2020 Book of the Year Awards announcement from Christianity Today, please click here.

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Zondervan is a world-leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, as 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, MI. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.

Contact:

Chelsea Taff, Assistant Manager

Corporate Communications

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11 December

Robin Richardson named Senior Marketing Director for Tommy Nelson

Nashville, Tenn. (December 11, 2019) – Thomas Nelson today announced Robin Richardson as the new senior director of marketing for Tommy Nelson. She will begin on December 18.

Richardson has over twenty years of experience in marketing, advertising, and publicity, recently serving as the vice president of digital for RFD-TV, an affiliate of Rural Media Group Inc. There she led the digital marketing strategy and developed brand partnerships, advertising campaigns, and long-term editorial plans for organic growth. Prior to this she served as the director of digital ad sales production at Country Music Television, a division of Viacom.

As senior marketing director, Richardson will oversee marketing for all Tommy Nelson titles including setting the marketing strategy for the imprint, being a key point of contact for authors and agents, and working to reach new readers.  Robin will also be responsible for the content and scaling strategy for RootedFamily.com, a new parenting and lifestyle website, that will help provide visibility for all children’s and gift book group titles.

“Our team is honored to welcome Robin,” said Michael Aulisio, v-p marketing, children’s and gift books.  “Her wealth of experience in marketing, digital strategy, and content creation will be instrumental in helping us continue to engage families and reach new ones with the inspirational message of our Tommy Nelson books.”

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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, 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.

10 December

Infographic Bible Wins Bronze at 2019 Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards

Grand Rapids, Mich. Dec. 4, 2019 – The Infographic Bible: Visualising the Drama of God’s Word is the 2019 Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards bronze award winner in the category of Arts, Entertainment and Culture.

The Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards celebrate excellence and beauty in data visualization, infographics, interactives and information art. Winning entries in each of the 17 categories push boundaries, illuminate truth, and celebrate beauty.

Author Karen Sawrey received the honor alongside industry giants: Reuters, ABC News, and Starbucks. An award ceremony celebrating the world’s most talented data artists and info designers was held in London on November 20, 2019.

“For today’s generation of visual learners, Karen has created the ultimate Bible resource, and I’m thrilled to see her get recognized among this talented group. The way she uses her gifts to help people understand the Bible and to reveal fresh insights is a blessing to our readers,” said vice president and publisher, Zondervan Bible Group, Melinda Bouma.

Released by Zondervan Bibles in November 2018, the Infographic Bible reveals the character of God, his Word, and his redemptive plan in 84 stunning infographics. Sawrey’s powerful infographics reveal new beauty and depth of understanding and helps readers engage with the Scripture’s story in a fresh, visual way.

View Sawrey’s award winning illustration How God Has Spoken: Before and After the Silence

View the entire list of 2019 Kantar Information is Beautiful Award winners

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Karen Sawrey is a conceptual designer, illustrator and lover of all things paper and ink, who is passionate about engaging a visual generation with creative ways to see and digest information. Karen has over 20 years’ experience stretching across a wide range of media, including top magazines, global charities and publishers including HarperCollins, Hodder & Stoughton and Penguin Random House. Having worked in central London, she now continues to flourish as a creative amongst the Northern Hills, still loving paper, people and life to the full.

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

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Amy Bigler

Senior Public Relations Manager

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616.698.3514