Tommy Nelson to publish new book featuring YouTube sensation, Dude Perfect

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 12, 2021) –Tommy Nelson, a children’s book imprint within HarperCollins Christian Publishing, today announced the publication date of June 8, 2021 for “101 Dude Perfect Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff.”   Garnering more than 54 million YouTube subscribers and more than 12 billion video views, Dude Perfect has gone from making trick […]

Clark Christian named marketing director for the Thomas Nelson Bible group

Nashville, Tenn. (November 20, 2020)—Thomas Nelson recently announced Clark Christian as the marketing director for the Thomas Nelson Bible group. Christian brings over 16 years of publishing and marketing experience, most recently working in product marketing for healthcare education company, PESI. In this role he managed the launch of over 20 educational products, which included […]

The Painted Castle wins 2020 Christy Award

Thomas Nelson congratulates winner, Kristy Cambron, and three finalists (Nashville, Tenn.) November 18, 2020 — Thomas Nelson today announced The Painted Castle by Kristy Cambron is a Christy Award winner in the Historical Fiction category. The company also recognized three additional finalists. The Christy Awards, which honor fiction authors in nine categories, were presented by […]

Nelson Books promotes Mark Glesne and Stephanie Tresner

Nashville, Tenn. (October 23, 2020) – Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, today announced two promotions within its marketing staff.  Mark Glesne will be senior director of marketing for Nelson Books, specifically focusing on Max Lucado and Lysa TerKeurst author brands, and Stephanie Tresner will become a director of marketing for Nelson Books. Glesne […]

W Publishing promotes Allison Carter to publicity director

Nashville, Tenn. (October 15, 2020) — Thomas Nelson today announced Allison Carter’s promotion to publicity director for the W Publishing division, a nonfiction imprint of Thomas Nelson. Carter has over 18 years of publicity and journalism experience, the past four of which she has spent at HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) managing the publicity for Thomas […]

Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith TV Show Debuts Oct. 6 on Circle Network, Dives Deeper Into Readers’ Courage, Strength and Resolve in Difficult Circumstances

Platinum Singer/Songwriter Lauren Alaina to Host (Nashville, Tenn.) Oct. 2, 2020—Jesus Calling by Sarah Young, the bestselling devotional that has surpassed 30 million units sold, will have its own TV show, Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith, Thomas Nelson announced today. The first show will air on Oct. 6 on Circle Network at 8:30 p.m. EST […]

Thomas Nelson Announces a New Publishing Initiative with Lysa TerKeurst

Nelson Books imprint will release a new book line in association with COMPEL (NASHVILLE, Tenn.) (October 1, 2020)—Thomas Nelson, alongside New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst, is launching a new publishing initiative that will mobilize the next generation of women Christian authors, through TerKeurst’s own COMPEL author training program. Recently, TerKeurst posted an initial […]

Kathie L. Gifford Releasing New Book — Hello, Little Dreamer

Four-time, Emmy Award winner and New York Times bestselling author encourages little ones to become their dream NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 24, 2020) – Beloved television personality and author Kathie Lee Gifford hopes to inspire children to follow God’s dreams for them in her new children’s book, Hello, Little Dreamer. The book goes on sale wherever […]

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

(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, […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

Jessica Wong Named Associate Publisher for Nelson Books

Nashville, Tenn. (July 6, 2020)—Thomas Nelson today announced Jessica Wong as the new associate publisher for Nelson Books, a nonfiction imprint of Thomas Nelson. Wong has spent seven years working in editorial for Thomas Nelson, most recently serving as the executive editor for Nelson Books. As associate publisher, Jessica will lead the editorial strategy for […]

Sadie Robertson’s “Live” surpasses 100,000 sales in less than three months

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 13, 2020) – Today, Thomas Nelson announced that Live, by Sadie Robertson, has surpassed more than 100,000 copies sold. The follow-up to her national bestseller, Live Fearless which has sold nearly 200,000 copies, Live: remain alive, be alive at a specified time, have an exciting or fulfilling life released in February 2020 at […]

BEST-SELLING AUTHOR MAX LUCADO DELIVERS TIMELY ANSWER TO THE EPIDEMIC OF LONELINESS

“You Are Stronger Than You Think Because God Is Nearer Than You Know” Nashville, TN — According to a 2020 article in The New York Times[i], loneliness before the COVID pandemic was already troublesome, as damaging to one’s health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Now after weeks of sheltering at home and social distancing, […]

Kyle Olund named senior acquisitions editor for W Publishing

Nashville, Tenn. (April 3, 2020) – Thomas Nelson today announced Kyle Olund as senior acquisitions editor for W Publishing, a nonfiction imprint of Thomas Nelson. In this role Olund will work to acquire key authors as well as discover dynamic, new Christian voices. He will also lead the entire editorial process for his acquired projects, […]