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The Jesus Calling Podcast Celebrates 5 Million Downloads with Special Guest, Philanthropist and Author, Lauren Akins

August 25, 2020

(Nashville, Tenn.) Aug. 25, 2020—The Jesus Calling Podcast has officially surpassed five million downloads, Thomas Nelson announced today. Lauren Akins, philanthropist, author, mother and wife of multi-platinum entertainer Thomas Rhett, will appear as the special guest to commemorate the milestone. Her episode will air Sept. 17. Akins is the author of the recently released book, […]

Choreographer and Creative Director Laurieann Gibson Signs Book Contract with W Publishing Group

August 10, 2020

Nashville, Tenn., July 30, 2020 – Thomas Nelson today announced A-list choreographer and creative director Laurieann Gibson has signed a one-book contract with W Publishing Group. Dance Your Dance: 8 Step to Unleash your Passion and Live Your Dream is planned for release in February 2021. “Laurieann has always danced her own dance and chased […]

BESTSELLING AUTHOR MAX LUCADO REACHED MILLIONS WITH VIDEO CHECK-INS DURING 2020 PANDEMIC, NOW OFFERS THOSE MESSAGES VIA NEW PODCAST

July 17, 2020

The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast Starts July 20 Nashville, TN — “America’s Pastor” and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado is launching a new podcast on July 20, 2020, called The Max Lucado Encouraging Word Podcast. The new podcastwill be distributed across all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart […]

Megan Dobson named vice president, publisher for Zonderkidz

July 15, 2020

Grand Rapids, Mich. (July 15, 2020) — Zondervan today announced Megan Dobson as the vice president, publisher for Zonderkidz, the children’s imprint for Zondervan. She will begin on July 27 and report to Laura Minchew, senior vice president, Children’s and Gift Group publisher for HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP). Dobson joins Zonderkidz after serving as publisher […]

Thomas Nelson celebrates the legacy of beloved musician and author, Charlie Daniels

July 7, 2020

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 6, 2020 – Upon receiving news about the passing of Country Music Hall of Fame musician andbest-selling author Charlie Daniels, Thomas Nelson offers its deepest sympathy for his family and loved ones.  Daniels is best known for his legendary country and Southern rock songs including “The Devil Went Down to Georgia”.   In […]