Magazines			Editor Name
Bible Advocate   Sherri Langton     CBN.Com   Hannah Goodwyn     Discipleship Journal   Connie Willems     Focus on the Family   Andrea Jewell     Focus on the Family youth magazines     Jesse Florea     Focus on Your Child   Susan Mathis, Andrea Gutierrez     In Touch   Linda Canup     Light & Life   Cynthia Schnereger     MOMSense Magazine   Carla Foote   Additional magazines represented         Light from the Word   Jim Watkins     VISTA: A Journal of Holy Living   Jim Watkins
Book Publishers			Editor Name
AMG     Rick Steele     Barbour    Rebecca Germany     Bethany House Publishers   Luke Hinrichs     BMH       Terry White     Focus on the Family Book Publishing    Brandy Bruce, Marianne Hering     God Allows U-Turns     Allison Bottke     Hallmark Gift Books    Todd Hafer     Harvest House   Nick Harrison     Kregel Publications   UNABLE TO ATTEND     Moody Publishers    Betsey  Newenhuyse     Multnomah Books   Alice Crider     New Hope Publishers   Andrea Mullins     Regal Books   UNABLE TO ATTEND     Revell Books     Andrea Doering     Strang Book Group   Sue Teubner     Tyndale House Publishers (fiction)   Karen Watson, Stephanie Broene     WaterBrook Press   Mick Silva     Wesleyan Publishing House    Jim Watkins     Zondervan   Sue Brower
Literary Agents			Agent Name
Books 'n' Such       Janet Grant, Wendy Lawton, Etta Wilson     Hartline Literary Agency   Joyce Hart     William K. Jensen Agency    Bill Jensen     Steve Laube Agency   Steve Laube     Les Stobbe Agency   Les Stobbe

  

 

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Bible Advocate; Now What? (e-zine)
Denver
represented by Sherri Langton, associate editor
Publication Descriptions, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 336 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)
The Bible Advocate is one of the oldest religious magazines in America, founded in 1863. It is published by the Bible Advocate Press, the publication agency of the General Conference of the Church of God (Seventh Day).
Now What? has been on the Internet since late 1996 (www.cog7.org/BA/NowWhat/). It is a monthly e-zine aimed at the unchurched that addresses the "felt needs" of people. Each issue centers around a personal experience, with articles related to the topic. Stories show an individual's struggle that either led him to faith in Christ or deepened his walk with God. Now What? has covered a wide variety of subjects: homosexuality, grief, depression, mental illness, infertility, eating disorders, and a host of others. We're always open to hearing new ideas and even new approaches to previously posted subjects. Overworked topics: dealing with personal illness and deaths.
About the editor             Sherri Langton, associate editor of the Bible Advocate magazine and of Now What? e-zine, has worked 18 years in Christian publishing. She is also a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Focus on the Family, Decision, Discipleship Journal, Today's Christian Woman, and other publications. Sherri has contributed poetry and articles to the collections My Turn to Care, Teatime Stories for Women, Becoming a Godly Man, Faces of Faith, and Chicken Soup for the Soul in Menopause. In addition, she teaches workshops at several Christian writers conferences. Sherri lives in Denver, where she enjoys playing drums and percussion at her church.       Back to top

 

 

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CBN.Com

Virginia Beach , Virginia               

  represented by Hannah Goodwyn, content producer

 
Publication Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 342 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

Roughly 1.5 million people visit our magazine-format Web site each month. Our audience 82 percent women, is 35-54 years old, married with children, and has some college education.
We are looking for aspiring writers who can artfully pen articles of approximately 500 to 1,000 words. We are particularly interested in authors who have personal and/or professional experience with these topic areas:

• Spiritual life — devotions (500 to 700 words), commentaries, evangelism, discipleship, theology, Christianity’s Jewish roots.
• World religions — articles on how world religions and cults differ from biblical Christianity.
• Missions — short-term trip stories.
• Daily life — cleaning and organizing tips, time management.
• Marriage advice.
• Parenting — adoption, homeschooling, advice for single parents and blended families.
• Singles — dating, encouragement, ministry, staying sexually pure.
• Youth — Christian living.
• Health — fitness, emotional wellness, nutrition, weight loss.
• Finance and Career — saving and investing, small business, management, work ethic, leadership.
• Music — new album reviews (100 to 150 words), interviews with Christian artists.
• Books — reviews of new books, feature articles about popular Christian writers.
• Technology — new product reviews.
• Sports-related articles.
  We also are interested in writers who have expertise in parenting, healthy cooking, single living, life coaching, and fitness who can write a weekly column and answer follow-up questions from our community members. Any apologetics articles answering questions such as “Why did Jesus come as a man?” and “Why does there have to be a sacrifice for sin?” are welcome as well.
  Please note there is no monetary payment for articles submitted to CBN.com. However, we provide links to author websites and books, and published authors gain the benefit of being read by a large and loyal Christian audience.
  
  About the editor
  Hannah Goodwyn is a content producer for CBN.com and managing producer for LivingTheLife.com, the official website for Living The Life, a women’s magazine-style talk show created by the Christian Broadcasting Network. She holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Regent University. Hannah regularly writes for CBN.com with a focus on spiritual life and entertainment articles. Her work has given her the opportunities to interview a number of celebrities, Christian music artists, and authors.

• explore some aspect of God’s character.
• help the reader develop a deeper prayer or devotional life.
• show how to grow in some aspect of Christian character.
• address relationship issues.
• provide practical help for personal evangelism, discipling,
  or small group ministry.
  
  Successful DJ articles need to:
• Derive their main principles from a thorough study of Scripture.
• Illustrate each principle.
• Show how to put each principle into practice.
• Show that the author has experienced what he or she is teaching to the reader; be vulnerable.
• Engage the reader through good writing and storytelling. Even though we use teaching articles, we don’t want to sound boring, academic, or “preachy.”
  
  
  About the editor
  Connie Willems is editor of Discipleship Journal. From her background in radio to her experiences in a local church, Connie’s communication background spans broadcasting, teaching, and many forms of writing. When she’s not playing with words she enjoys experimenting with new recipes, helping younger women sort through life, and rediscovering the mountains.  
  
  

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Focus on the Family  youth magazines
Colorado Springs
represented by Jesse Florea, editor of Clubhouse
Publication Descriptions, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 425, 470-471 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
Focus on the Family Clubhouse Jr. Rebus stories. 400 words or less. Use dialogue and specific description to tell a fun story with strong moral lesson. Original crafts, recipes, activities and games. Think seasonally. Send in ideas or manuscripts six to eight months ahead of holiday or season you're targeting.             Focus on the Family Clubhouse Ordinary kids doing something extraordinary. Past winning ideas include: a 12-year-old boy who got two holes-in-one during a golf tournament, a 10-year-old two-time world baton twirling champion, a 12-year-old who organized a citywide drive to collect blankets, clothes and food for the homeless. 900 words or less. Truth Seeker stories. This is a new column that focuses on apologetics, Christian worldview, discipleship, and biblical archeology. 1,000 words or less, including a sidebar. Challenge readers and help them know the whats and whys of their faith.             Brio Health and beauty stories. Could be on current trends and how Christian girls can tap into them and stay modest. Or could highlight 10 really cool purses. Quizzes. Must have takeaway value. Possible topics include: relationships, godly living, Christian growth. Ordinary teens doing extraordinary things for God. Profiles of up to 1,000 words.             Breakaway Drama in real-life. Exciting, death-defying adventures of real teens with a spiritual message. Christian athletes, especially those competing at a professional level in soccer, hockey, rugby, or action sports. 1,500 words or less.               About the editor       Jesse Florea has worked at Focus on the Family for 14 years. He's been the associate editor for Breakaway (teen boys), editor of Clubhouse Jr. (4- to 8-year-olds) and developer and editor of the Focus on Your Child's Tween Ages newsletter for parents of 8- to 12-year-olds. The past 10 years, he's been the editor of Clubhouse Focus' magazine for tweens. He earned bachelor's and master's degrees in communications from Wheaton College.     Jesse has written or co-written several books (including Adventures of Average Boy, Young Believer 365, and The One-Year Devos for Sports Fans), and thousands of articles. He lives with his wife and two teenagers in Colorado Springs.               Back to top

 

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Focus on the Family magazine         

  Colorado Springs                                       

 represented by Andrea Jewell, managing editor

Publication Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 367 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

Focus on the Family magazine is interested in nonfiction personal experience, how-to, interview, profile, inspirational, and humorous articles on matters concerning family, marriage, parenting, and midlife.

In addition to the general version of Focus on the Family magazine, which targets our overall constituency, we have four specialized versions each month:
• Couples (married first five years, no children)
• Parents (married with children at home)
• Single Parents
• Midlife and Beyond (married and single, no children at home, close to or
in retirement).

Focus on the Family magazine also publishes articles on worldview, spiritual growth, holidays and sanctity of life.

We do not publish personal testimonies, poetry, fiction, book reviews, or devotions.

About the editor
Andrea Vinley Jewell is the managing editor of Focus on the Family magazine, where she has been on staff for eight years. She’s also worked as an editor for Pastor’s Family Edition and Physician. Her freelance writing has appeared in Contact, On Course, Brio, Breakaway and Today’s Pentecostal Evangel.

 

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Focus on Your Child newsletter
Colorado Springs
represented by Susan Graham Mathis, editorial director (Friday appointments)
                       Andrea Gutierrez, associate editor (Saturday appointments)

Publication Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 367 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

Focus on Your Child (FOYC) newsletters aim to provide parents with hands-on information about raising children from a Christian perspective.

The newsletters are interested in nonfiction, personal experience, humorous articles (approximately 350 words) on parenting that focus on the child and not the parent.

The newsletters do not publish personal testimonies, poetry, fiction, book reviews or devotional articles.

Every article must be geared to a specific age group:
Early Stage (parents of 0- to 3-year-old children)

Discovery Years (parents of 4- to 7-year-old children)

Tween Ages (parents of 8- to 12-year-old children)

Teen Phases (parents of 13- to 18-year-old children)

About the editors

Susan Graham Mathis is Editorial Director of Focus on the Family magazine and Focus on Your Child newsletters. She is former editor of LifeWise magazine and Single-Parent Family. Susan has taught school and written curricula, childrens books, and hundreds of magazine articles.

 

Andrea Gutierrez is the associate editor of the four Focus on Your Child newsletters: Early Stages, Discovery Years, Tween Ages and Teen Phases. She has also been on staff with Focus on the Family magazine and Breakaway magazine.

 

 

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In Touch                   

Atlanta                                         

representated by Linda Canup, assistant editor

Publication Description, Editorial Needs

In Touch magazine strives to inspire, encourage, educate, and change lives by communicating God’s Truth, and connecting people to God’s work through In Touch Ministries. We are a publication of the ministry of Dr. Charles Stanley and circulate to 1,000,000 worldwide.

Effective writing for In Touch magazine presents biblical truth in a practical and approachable manner. We desire to publish articles with take-away value — helpful hints, available resources, or principles our readers can integrate into their lives. Except in rare cases, articles are written in first or third person.

Since In Touch is a ministry-affiliated magazine, our readers expect articles to adhere to sound biblical theology and agree with the teachings of Dr. Charles Stanley.

Second Story (1,600 words) A feature article with a Christian principle. A wide range of topics is permissible.

Mighty In Spirit (1,200 words) An exegetical treatment of a Bible character who demonstrates faith in or dependence on God. Application to today should be clearly made.

By Faith (800 – 1,200 words) An article that showcases inspirational stories of Christians demonstrating God’s influence in their lives.

Solving Problems God’s Way (800 – 1,200 words) These articles identify problems or situations to which most of our readership can relate. Solutions should be both practical and biblically sound.

Family Room (800 – 1,200words) This category deals with issues affecting children from infancy through college. Parenting and other family issues are appropriate topics. Scriptural principles should be included.

We do not publish news, poetry, or external source sermons.

  About the editor
Linda Canup is the Assistant Editor for In Touch magazine, a publication of In Touch Ministries with Dr. Charles Stanley in Atlanta, Georgia. Linda's responsibilities include evaluating query letters and manuscript submissions in addition to writing and editing articles.
During her long commutes to and from the office, she enjoys listening to NPR and great books on CD. She spends much of her remaining time supporting her husband, Glenn, in his ministry as Minister of Adult Education and Assimilation at North Metro First Baptist Church.

 

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Light & Life

Indianapolis

represented by Cynthia Schnereger, managing editor

Publication Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 382 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

Light & Life is a bimonthly periodical that exists to promote thoughtful Christian discipleship from a Wesleyan-Arminian perspective. While it originates in the context of ministry through the Free Methodist Church of North America, it is not published to serve only the Free Methodist denomination. Nor is it written exclusively by — or for — Free Methodists.

Our goal is to offer the evangelical Christian community an energetic magazine that encourages honest, biblical reflection on contemporary topics and Christian living. We want to help develop thinking Christians who enjoy a victorious Christian life and to provide well-written, thought-provoking content that is readable, desirable, and usable — articles and pull-out materials that will equip and excite maturing Christians seeking to live holy lives.

We are looking for submissions from authors who write using current information, provide clear application, and employ contemporary style and illustrations.


About the editor
Cynthia Schnereger is Managing Editor of Light & Life magazine and co-founder of Christian Writers of Idaho. Her writing appears regularly in Light & Life and on the Free Methodist web site. Other credits include: Focus on the Family, War Cry, Indiana State University Magazine, Upper Room, and the book Seasons of a Woman’s Heart. Cynthia is also a Christian Writers Guild mentor.

 

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MOMSense Magazine, Fullfill Magazine

Denver                                     

  represented by Carla Foote, director of media

 
  Publication Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 490 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

Magazines
FullFill magazine, launched in Spring 2007, equips women in all seasons of life to recognize, utilize, and maximize their unique influence in all the spheres of their lives from a Christian perspective. FullFill seeks to engage our audience as women on a journey, open to questions and not afraid to address difficult issues. A portion of the content is thematic, and a portion includes regular features and articles addressing leadership topics and spiritual growth topics for women. For upcoming themes, visit www.FullFill.org/write.

MOMSense magazine is looking for nonfiction articles that target a mother with children from birth through kindergarten, and nurture her both as a woman and as a mother. We are looking for humorous, inspirational or thought-provoking personal stories and well-researched practical information that appeal to a wide variety of mothers and will inform mothers on subjects relevant to their lives. MOPS International is an outreach ministry, so MOMSense magazine uses a seeker-sensitive tone. For more information, go to www.MOPS.org/write.

Web Content
MOPS International also accepts submissions of web articles. (See the description of articles for MOMSense magazine. For more information, go to www.MOPS.org/write.

Books
MOPS International publishes books dealing with the needs and interests of mothers with young children, who may or may not be Christians. Four to five new titles are published each year. Interested authors should review existing titles in the brand to avoid duplication (www.MOPShop.org).
Topics of interest: Humor, working mothers, mother's prayers, mom fiction, devotions for moms as leaders, and extended family relationships. See the book proposal template at www.MOPS.org/write.

About the editor
Carla Foote is the Director of Media for MOPS International and has responsibility for the magazine, and book and web publishing functions of MOPS International.
She is the editor of FullFill magazine, www.FullFill.org, which equips women to recognize, utilize, and maximize their influence in all the spheres of their lives. In addition, Carla is the executive editor of MOMSense magazine for mothers of preschoolers.
Carla has been at MOPS International since 2000, and she enjoys using both the right and left side of her brain in her management and editorial work. Carla and her husband, Dave, have two children and a half-empty nest and live in Denver.

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Additional Magazines

	Light from the Word daily devotional  VISTA: A Journal of Holy Living Indianapolis, Indiana represented by Jim Watkins, editor
	Publication Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 443 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Light from the Word Light from the Word is a daily devotional, published quarterly. We look for clean, tight, inspirational writing that makes minimal use of first person. Writing must lead readers to discover a biblical truth and apply that truth to their lives. Each devotional contains a title, theme verse, body text, and action statement of affirmation. Devotionals are written by assignment; a typical assignment is for seven devotionals of 215 words each. Payment is $100 for seven devotionals. Writers who would like to be considered for an assignment may submit devotional writing samples to submissions@wesleyan.org. Write "Devotional Samples" in the subject line.
	VISTA VISTA: A Journal of Holy Living is an eight-page weekly periodical that supports Christians in living as fully devoted disciples of Jesus Christ. We acquire the following types of writing for VISTA: ● Inspirational articles (500 to 600 words) ● First-person experience articles (500 to 600 words) ● Practical articles on some aspect of Christian living (500 to 600 words) ● How-to articles on aspects of ministry, parenting, devotional practices (500 to     600 words) ● Humor (250 to 300 words) ● Short fiction (1,000 to 1,200 words) ● Poetry (75 to 100 words) ● Fillers (15 to 50 words) Payment varies from $5 to $35. The theme list for upcoming issues is available at www.wesleyan.org/wph. Send VISTA submissions to submissions@wesleyan.org. Write "VISTA Submission" in the subject line. We will respond to your submission within 60 days.
	About the editor
	Jim Watkins is an award-winning author of more than two thousand articles and 13 books (including Communicate to Change Lives: In Person and In Print). He serves Wesleyan Publishing House as acquisitions editor for books and editor of the takehome paper, Vista.
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AMG Publishers/Living Ink Books

Chattanooga , Tennessee                          

represented by Rick Steele, editor, Director of Electronic Media

 

Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs
(see also listing on page 138 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

AMG Publishers/Living Ink Books is the publishing arm of AMG International. The profits from AMG Publishers help meet the overhead for the mission division that supports missions in 50 countries. Every book published and sold has a twofold effect — blessing the reader and helping missions throughout the world. AMG is best known for Dr. Zodhiates’ Hebrew-Greek Key Study Bible, the Complete Word Study products, and the youth fantasy series, Dragons in our Midst, by Bryan Davis.

AMG Publishers' focus is on books that:

• Help the reader get into the Bible, directly or indirectly.
• Facilitate confrontation and interaction with Scripture toward a positive change in thought or action.
• Give a hunger to studying, understanding, and applying Scripture.
• Encourage and facilitate one's personal growth in such areas as personal devotion and a skillful use of the Bible.
  
  We have a broad interest in biblically oriented books including the following categories:
  biblical reference, applied theology and apologetics, Christian ministry, Bible study books that fit our various series formats, Christian living, women/men/family issues, single/divorce issues, God and country issues, contemporary issues, devotionals with a unique angle or hook, inspirational, prayer, and subjects and content that lend themselves to gift books.
  We have also introduced lines of young adult and youth fantasy fiction.
  
  Our current interests do not include general fiction, poetry, childrens books, personal-experience stories, and autobiographical stories.
  
  About the editor

• an intriguing, well-written story with well-developed characters, a compelling plot, colorful description, and a strong authorial voice.
• a coherent, identifiable theme and/or particular characters who reflect Christian values or teachings without being preachy.
• historical/geographical/social accuracy relationships that portray the true meaning of love — commitment and responsibility rather than merely emotional and physical attraction.
• clever, thoughtful prose, ideas and use of words
• approximately 90,000 words.

    God Allows U-Turns Press
    Faribault, Minnesota
    represented by Allison Bottke, editor

     Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs
     (see also listing on page 369 of the 2007 Christian Writers Market Guide)

     New volumes in this acclaimed Christian inspirational book series will be published by the

     newly formed God Allows U-Turns Press. Each book will contain approximately 50

     uplifting, encouraging, and inspirational “slice-of-life” true short stories written by

     contributors from all over the world. These true stories must touch the emotions. We want

     human-interest stories with a spiritual application, affirming ways in which faith choices

     are expressed in daily life. Show how the choice made, either through a change of heart,

     attitude, thought, and/or behavior, clearly shows moving closer toward God. Using a

     “U-turn” lesson/analogy within the story is a plus.

      Special needs:
      Three topical volumes are in pre-production now with future release dates in

      2008/2009/2010. Submission deadline for attendees of the Writing for the Soul

      conference is June 30, 2008. Writers guidelines appear at: www.godallowsuturns.com

      God Allows U-Turns — Parents Setting Boundaries
      Seeking stories primarily about overcoming challenges with adult children who

      overstep boundaries. Have you been victorious in overcoming enabling patterns? How

      has parenting (or grand-parenting) a difficult adult child brought you closer to God?

     God Allows U-Turns — Boomer Babes Rock!
      True faith-filled stories by, for, and about baby boomer women. From empty nesting

      to menopause, no subject is taboo. Have you stopped sweating the small stuff? How is

      God changing your perception of the world in your boomer years? What new path has

      he led you on?

     God Allows U-Turns — Writing from the Heart and Soul
     Do you have a passion for the written word? Perhaps you write on your lunch hour at

     work, or journal every day, or maybe you make a living as a writer, it doesn’t matter. If

     you view your world from the eyes of someone who writes, share your true faith-filled

     story with us now. How has God blessed you in your journey as someone who writes?

     About the editor
Allison Bottke’s story is one of triumph over tragedy. A frequent guest on radio and TV, she has appeared as the feature cover story in such national magazines as Writer’s Digest, BOND, The Christian Communicator, and Christian Women Online. Allison heads up God Allows U-Turns, an international outreach that includes books, tracts, logo merchandise, a speaking ministry, and a foundation. The God Allows U-Turns book series is available around the world with 22 non-fiction and fiction books available for adults, kids, and youth. Allison makes her home in Texas with her husband. Read more about her current and future projects      by visiting at http://www.allisonbottke.com.

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      Hallmark Gift Books
     Kansas City, Missouri
      represented by Todd Hafer, senior editorial director

      Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs

      Hallmark Gift Books welcomes innovative, well-crafted proposals. See our

      guidelines (available at the Hallmark table) to help you determine if your book

      idea is a good fit.

      As you think about books you’d like to create for us, keep in mind that our focus is

     gift books —titles that one person can give to another to strengthen a relationship,

     celebrate a significant life milestone, bring comfort at a difficult time, or just say,

      “I care.”

      We publish books under the following categories:

      Words to Live By (practical advice for everyday living)

      Comfort and Encouragement (books designed for life’s challenging or difficult times)

      Family and Friends (books to give to members of one’s family, or to close friends, 
      spouse, etc.)

      Just for Fun (humor, trivia, sports— books about the lighter side of life)


      About the editor

Todd Hafer is Senior Editorial Director for Hallmark’s book publishing division.
Todd is also the author of more than 30 fiction and nonfiction books, including the current best-seller Battlefield of the Mind for Teens (co-written with Joyce Meyer). He lives in Shawnee, Kansas.

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      Harvest House Publishers
      Eugene, Oregon
      represented by Nick Harrison, senior editor

      Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs
      (see also listing on page 169 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      At Harvest House we look for both quality fiction and non-fiction. For the latter,

      we prefer authors with some sort of platform from which to promote their book.

      There are exceptions — specifically authors who write well on a popular topic

      addressing the “felt need” of a large segment of the book buying public.

      Our books sell well in what’s called the “rack market.” These are usually books that

      can be found in places like the local grocery store, drug store, airports, and at mass 

      merchandising outlets.

      For fiction, we prefer character-driven novels as opposed to plot- or

      message-driven fiction.

      We currently do not publish to the youth market.

      Gift books are primarily art-driven, not text-driven and are acquired by our full

      time gift book editor, not by our editors who attend writers conferences.

      For more information on the books we publish, we suggest a visit to our

      website at www.harvesthousepublishers.com


      About the editor
Nick Harrison is a senior editor at Harvest House Publishers, acquiring both fiction and nonfiction. He is the author of several books, including Magnificent Prayer, His Victorious Indwelling, and 365 WWJD: Daily Answers to “What Would Jesus Do?” Nick lives in Eugene, Oregon, with his wife, Beverly, who also works for Harvest House. Nick and Bev are the parents of three adult daughters and have two grandchildren.

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	Kregel Publications Grand Rapids, Michigan represented by Stephen Barclift, managing editor UNABLE TO ATTEND
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 178 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Kregel Publications seeks works that address a popular audience by relating the Bible to everyday life. Prominent on this list are works for moms and women (an area of particular emphasis at the moment); Bible studies or other books that relate truth to life; fiction; and books for young readers. We're also looking for books that will help twenty-something Christians and "seekers" relate to the culture.
	Regarding fiction, we are looking for novels that aren't merely a rehash of the familiar       story lines. No formula romance (although romance can be an important component of the story). No need for orphan young women sailing to the New World seeking love or middle-age widowers finding new love with the local schoolmarm. Fiction should be fresh, have a believable story line, and feature characters who engage life realistically and biblically. We also are looking for strong fiction for teens and young adults.
	Kidzone publications are fun, offbeat, zany books that kids love. Right now we are closed to receiving picture-book proposals for Kidzone unless the author also illustrates his/her books or is part of an author-illustrator team.
	For our Academic & Professional line, we are looking for works that facilitate the study    and teaching of the Bible. These books should reflect the needs and interests of the broad evangelical audience.
	About the editor
	Stephen Barclift has been involved in the Christian publishing industry for two decades. He was the founding managing editor of Christian Parenting Today magazine before accepting a book-editing position with Questar Publishers in 1989. He was a senior editor with Questar/ Multnomah for several years. Steve has been managing editor at Kregel Publications since 1997. A childrens-book author, Steve received a Gold Medallion Award for
	The Beginner's Devotional in 1992. (A revised, updated edition, titled Beginning with  God, was released in 2004 by Kregel Kidzone.) Steve and his family live near Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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      Moody Publishers
      Chicago
       represented by Betsey Newenhuyse, editorial director

      Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs
      (see also listing on page 187of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      At Moody Publishers, we look for ways biblical truth can intersect with both current

     issues and culture and with real people’s everyday needs and struggles. And we desire

     to glorify God by publishing with excellence, by treating our authors fairly and as part

     of our extended family, and by representing Christ in such a way that millions worldwide

     will be drawn to Him.

     What we need:
     We have recently organized our acquisitions efforts into several categories: Church Life

     and Reference (primarily for pastors and church leaders); Fiction; Issues & Culture;

     Spiritual Growth; Women; and Family, Lifestyle & Relationships. In addition, our Lift

     Every Voice imprint publishes a mix of fiction and nonfiction for African Americans.
     Within these, we are looking for titles where the author is intentionally addressing a

     certain segment: moms of young children, church leaders, baby boomers facing the

     “second half,” etc. We are less interested in generic Christian-living titles that are for

     “all Christians 18 to80.” Within that, we continue to be interested in focused, practical,

      encouraging titles that will deal with marriage, parenting, friendship, singleness, and other

      life stages and relationships.
     We are also interested in books that address current issues and contemporary culture

      from a Christian worldview. Media, economics, multicultural concerns, business ethics,

     “sanctity of life” issues, questions of fruitful engagement with those who disagree with

      us … we are looking for authoritative yet accessible insights into a variety of these topics.

     Fiction:
     Our fiction line is enjoying growing success, receiving two Christy Awards in 2007. We

     seek fresh, well-crafted fiction in a variety of areas — literary (that is, more character-driven

     than plot-driven), contemporary, thrillers, historical. No romance. We have had success

     both with Tricia Goyer’s World War II series as well as Travis Thrasher’s fast-paced              contemporary suspense novels. Madman, a novel about the Gerasene demoniac, won

     a starred review in Publisher’s Weekly, as well as a Christy Award. Feeling for Bones,

     a candid coming-of-age story, released in May to much critical acclaim. All these 

     novels have in common a redemptive message, drawing the reader into a fresh encounter

     with Christ.

     Other:
     We have a need for authors who can partner with recognized experts, communicators

     with platforms, pastors, etc., to bring their messages and wisdom to life on the page.
     We would consider a project that was somewhat of a departure from the standard
      format — for example, a short book on business ethics for the busy professional.

     About the editor
     Betsey Newenhuyse is Editorial Director of Moody Publishers, as well as Acquiring

Editor for Family, Lifestyle & Relationships. Her commentaries may be heard on the nationally broadcast Prime Time America afternoon-drive radio program. She is an award-winning author and formerly served as managing editor of Moody magazine. She and her husband, Fritz, and Toto-dog Lucy recently moved into a new home in the Chicago area, where they enjoy entertaining people and watching birds. Betsey and Fritz have one grown daughter, Amanda.

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	Multnomah Books Colorado Springs, Colorado represented by Alice Crider,editorial coordinator
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs
	Building on a rich legacy, Multnomah has new direction, new stability, new muscle… Our desire is to meet the needs of generations, people who desire life change, and those who are seeking to make their faith vibrant and relevant and significant in the world.
	Multnomah defines itself around seven product areas (see below). We intend to apply two "treatments" to each of the product groups mentioned: First is the central Multnomah value of a Transformational Idea or Story. Second is our goal to creatively re-think each subject area in new and fresh language.
	Each of the groups below includes current titles from Multnomah's list - so our new product groups are consistent with Multnomah's history and embrace current Multnomah authors and books. Multnomah's legacy is a deep one and its authors contribute richly to it.
	Multnomah has core values of biblical truth and integrity, and we carry those into the future. But we now also seek to address the challenges of our time and culture with fresh vision, language, and focus. We invite authors and agents to partner with us as we move forward….
	Transformed Relationships. Breaking through to life change - for persons, families, communities: books on dating, marriage, and family relationships; gender issues; enhancing current relationships; transforming help for those who suffer.
	Mysteries of God. The God you never knew, invading your life today: books that include reading experiences that reveal God in astonishing ways; memorable explorations of broad-appeal spiritual subjects.
	Leading Edge. Paradigm shifts for leaders of all kinds: big-idea books for leaders in business, church, and emerging faith communities; for early adapters, influencers, and creatives.
	Daily Feed. God sightings: Changing the face and quickening the pulse of "devotional" books, breaking through old assumptions about how a "devotional" is used and when … and even what it's called.
	Connections & Encounters. Authentic experience, transforming truth: faith-in-action stories of memoir, some that play at the edges of isolation or disenchantment with church and religion, other that seek to connect people and groups.
	Hearts and Minds. Changing lives through the power of story: entertaining novels in popular genres, brimming with life and truth and leading readers into spiritual growth and a closer connection to God.
	We are not looking for or contracting childrens or teen books at this time.
	About the editor
	Alice Crider is editorial coordinator at Multnomah Books, an imprint of the WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, a division of Random House, Inc. Her ten years in publishing started at Cook Communications, where she helped develop Sunday school curriculum before joining the adult trade book department. She moved to Alive Communications Literary Agency in 2001, and subsequently worked on the editorial team at Waterbrook Press. Alice has made creative contributions to a number
	of women's nonfiction books and has published articles in Focus on the Family magazines.
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	New Hope Publishers Birmingham, Alabama represented by Andrea Mullins, Publisher
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 190 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	New Hope Publishers challenges Christians to understand and be radically involved in the mission of God through the books we publish. We offer books that seek to meet readers where they are, take readers to where God is at work in their lives, and also take them to where God is at work in the world. New Hope's intention is that our books will equip, encourage, and challenge readers in areas that add value to God's kingdom concerns and that are relevant to daily life.
	New Hope publishes books in three categories. ●The Arise line is for women and families. The Arise line includes books for teens, with an emphasis on teen girls. ●The Grow line is Bible studies and other teaching resources. ●The Impact line addresses social, missiological, leadership, and personal growth topics.
	We are looking for books that encourage readers to frame their way of thinking, acting, and living within the context of God's heart for the world.
	Along with the three lines of books is a commitment to publish books in Spanish, focusing on a simultaneous release of certain books in both English and Spanish.
	About the editor     Andrea Mullins has been publisher/director of New Hope Publishers since July, 2004. She has over 20 years experience in publishing and is author of Extraordinary Living, What Happens When God Works through You, and Intentional Living, Choosing to Live for God's Purposes. She has guided New Hope to be strategic in their acquisitions and recently partnered with Henry and Norman Blackaby for a simultaneous release of their new book Called and Accountable 52   Week Devotional with a Braille Edition translated by the Center for the Blind. She has led mission teams throughout the world, recently completed her doctor of ministry at Bakke Graduate University, and ministers to women who dance in the Birmingham nightclubs. She and her husband Mike live in Birmingham, Alabama. They have one daughter and three grandchildren.
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	Regal Publishing Group Ventura, California represented by Kim Bangs, author relations/contract manager UNABLE TO ATTEND
	Publisher Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 200 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	In 2006, Regal had over 300 titles in print and 60 other titles awaiting publication.     Although Regal does not currently publish fiction or children's books, they are actively       pursuing great books that create meaningful dialogue in these categories:
	Church Leadership     ●Topics: Evangelism, theology, church growth, cultural trends, leadership models,        balancing ministry and family, managing local church finances, emerging church,                   counseling, church history
	Personal Growth      ● Topics: Prayer, worship, discipleship, spiritual warfare, healing (self-improvement,          recovery), devotionals, Bible study, charismatic interest, service, diet/health
	Relationships/Family      ●Topics: Marriage, parenting, divorce, single living, marriage preparation, friendship,         aging, seniors, sex, home-schooling, work relationships, family finances, blended                   families
	Business & Workplace      ● Topics: Ethics, integrity, managing people, efficiency, risk-taking, competition
	Current Events/Issues      ●Topics: Hot-button social issues (abortion, death penalty, same-sex marriage), social          and ethical concerns, politics, education,  "culture wars"
	Lifestyle      ● Topics: Diet/health, sports, travel, technology, music, hobbies
	About the editor
	Kim Bangs is the Author Relations/Contract Manager for the Regal Publishing Group as well as a member of the acquisitions team. She has worked with the Regal team for 13 years and prior to that worked for Gospel Light (of which Regal is a division) for five years writing childrens Sunday school curriculum. Kim actively pursues books in her areas of passion: worship and books for women, but is always looking for great books in areas of spiritual growth as well. Kim enjoys being part of writers conferences throughout the country.Whether at  home in Oxnard,
	California, with her two doxies Cocoa and Sassy, on the road or in the office, Kim is passionate about dreaming big with potential authors to create meaningful dialogue within the Church and beyond.
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      Revell Books
      Grand Rapids, Michigan
       represented by Andrea Doering, senior acquisition editor

      Publisher Description, Editorial Needs
      (see also listing on page 201 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      About the editor

Andrea Doering is senior acquisition editor with Revell Books, an imprint of Baker Publishing Group. She is the former editor-in-chief of Crossings Book Club, a position she held for six of the 14 years she was with the book club.  Her experience also includes academic publishing, a book packager, and Focus on the Family.  She holds an M.A. in English/Creative Writing from the University of Maine and has published several childrens books and short stories.

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	Strang Communications Lake Mary, Florida represented by Sue Teubner, Acquisitions Editor
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 206 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Strang Communications, founded in 1975 by Stephen Strang, is a multi-media communications company focused on spreading the name and fame of Jesus throughout the world through the mass media. We publish five magazines: Charisma, Christian Life, Ministry Today, Christian Retailing and Vida Cristiana (in Spanish). We are also the publishers of Charisma House Books, Siloam, Front Line, Realms, Casa Creacions, Charisma Kids, Creation House available in a variety of topics for every Christian walk.
	Strang Communications is currently taking submissions for:
	Bible reference   Inspiration/motivation
	Bible study guides Biographies Business & careers  Catholic interest Charismatic interest   Childrens books     Leadership Gift books Mens interest Missions Personal growth Prayer
	Christian living   Eschatology: Prophecy & End Times
	Church & pastoral    Relationships
	Church history   Seasonal books
	Devotionals Evangelism  Family issues Fiction books  Finance Health & fitness  Healing   Self-help Social issues Spanish books  Spiritual growth Spiritual warfare Womens interest
	About the editor
	Sue Teubner, the new acquisitions editor for Creation House Books, an imprint of Strang Communications, has been in publishing eight years. As contract administrator for Thomas Nelson, Sue handled everything from international licensing and foreign rights to contract development and author negotiations. Sue then moved into acquiring new authors for Bridge-Logos. There, she found her love and passion: to develop new authors, get them
	acclimated to the publishing world, and encourage them through the writing process. Authors feel safe with Sue, knowing that their life messages will be treated with respect, professionalism, and uniqueness. Sue now lives in Lake Mary, Florida, and enjoys going to the beach, kayaking, biking, and reading a good book.
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	Tyndale House Publishers (fiction) Carol Stream, Illinois represented by Karen Watson, co-director of fiction                        Stephanie Broene, fiction acquisitions editor
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (See also listing on page 210 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Unique in the religious publishing community, Tyndale House is a privately held company that seeks to be creative and visionary while remaining true to its founder's desire to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to the world. Our corporate purpose states it simply: To minister to the spiritual needs of people, primarily through literature consistent with biblical principles.
	Fiction: Our fiction line portrays characters of faith who rely on Christ's strength as they face life's challenges and triumphs. The dual purpose of Tyndale fiction is to entertain readers and to encourage them in their faith journey.
	Tyndale fiction is mainstream, popular, not literary. We are currently looking for womens fiction, suspense, historical fiction, and anything that is well-written and we can't put down. We are not looking for sci-fi/fantasy.
	About the editors
	Karen Watson is the co-director of Fiction Acquisitions at Tyndale House. During her 12 years at Tyndale, she has served in all areas of acquisition and product development including Children's books, Bibles and adult non-fiction. Because of her tenure and variety of experience, Karen has worked with many of Tyndale's best-known authors including Jerry Jenkins and Tim LaHaye, Karen Kingsbury, Randy Alcorn, Steve Arterburn, Francine Rivers, Kevin Leman, and Dr. Gary Chapman. Karen lives in Naperville, Illinois, with her husband. She has three college age children.
	Stephanie Broene is a fiction acquisitions editor for Tyndale. She has always had a passion for fiction and feels blessed to be working with authors to help bring their messages to readers through the power of story. Before coming to Tyndale, she was the managing editor of a regional consumer magazine in Michigan, until she relocated to Chicago with her husband at the end of 2005. Stephanie brings with her an excitement for many genres of fiction and is thrilled to help Tyndale grow its fiction line.
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	WaterBrook Press Colorado Springs represented by Mick Silva, editor Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 212 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide) A division of Random House, Inc., WaterBrook Press is committed to creating products that both intensify and satisfy the elemental thirst for a deeper relationship with God. By communicating spiritual truth through books and ancillary products of the highest quality and creativity, we hope to provide a deep well of spiritual refreshment that will give readers a taste of the Living Water. We are interested in books that illuminate Christian life in real, refreshing, and/or provocative ways. We like stories (fiction or non) that make us want to keep turning the pages. We long for books that quickly and clearly capture the imagination. Books that address and deliver help or next steps regarding clear and wide-reaching felt needs always draw our attention. We also like inspirational stories (true and as works of fiction) that are both timely and possess enduring truths. We are not looking for or contracting: childrens books and youth books anything derivative of best-selling work in the market now, e.g.: Blue Like Jazz or Your Best Life Now or Captivating. Those books have already been done. nonfiction on sexual purity and healthy sexuality. (We have a large stable of work on this with our best-selling  Every Man’s Battle / EveryWoman’s Battle series.)
	About the editor
Mick Silva previously served five years as an editor and writer with Focus on the Family, acquiring in the categories of relationships and marriage and working with such nationally known authors as Gary Smalley, John Trent, and Emerson Eggerichs. Since coming to WaterBrook in 2005, Mick’s projects span adult fiction and nonfiction categories, including men’s spiritual growth; Bible study; business and leadership; Christian living; parenting and relationships;
	singles and dating; marriage; sex; youth interests; contemporary fiction; mystery/suspense; church resource; inspirational; pastoral; personal success; contemporary issues; Christianity and politics; personal growth/self-help; popular psychology; spiritual memoir; women’s interest; and postmodern/emergent. Of particular insterest are fresh approaches to familiar issues and those that compel reexamination spiritual narrative that encourages readers with a broader view of the world and Christian spirituality.
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	Wesleyan Publishing House Indianapolis, Indiana represented by Jim Watkins, acquisitions editor
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 212 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)
	Wesleyan Publishing House is an innovative leader in communicating the life- transforming message of holiness to the world. We are seeking adult nonfiction titles in the following categories:
	Bible Study Books and resources that motivate adult believers to understand and apply God’s Word to their lives. Recent titles include the Sisters in Faith Bible Studies and the Lectio DivinaBible Studies.
	Christian Living Books and resources that inspire Christians to live authentic Christian lives. Recent titles include There Is no "I" in Church: Moving Beyond Individual Spirituality to Experience God's Power, and Power Plays: Overcome the Need for Control and Live with Strength and Integrity.
	Spiritual Formation Books that provide direction to Christians for deepening their personal relationship with God. Recent titles include The Rhythm of Prayer: A 40 Day Devotional Journey and The Busy Mom's Guide to Spiritual Survival.
	Ministry Leadership Books and resources that provide solutions for pastors. Recent titles include Can't Wait for Sunday: Leading Your Church in Authentic Worship and The Ripple Church: Multiply Your Ministry by Parenting New Churches.
	Writing We Cannot Use We are not currently publishing fiction, memoirs or personal experience, poetry, childrens books, academic works, or textbooks. We publish very few devotionals. Titles of this type must have a unique focus.
	We prefer to receive proposals rather than queries or complete manuscripts.
	About the editor
	Jim Watkins is an award-winning author of more than two thousand articles and 13 books (including Communicate to Change lives: In Person and In Print). He serves Wesleyan Publishing House as acquisitions editor for books and editor of the takehome paper, Vista.             Back to top

	Zondervan Grand Rapids, Michigan represented by Sue Brower, senior acquisitions editor
	Publishing House Description, Editorial Needs (see also listing on page 216 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Zondervan's mission is to be the leading Christian communications company meeting the needs of people with resources that glorify Jesus Christ and promote biblical principles.
	Zondervan currently publishes 20 to 24 fiction titles per year and at present is a leading publisher in the Contemporary and Suspense genres. Our publishing schedule is filled through the year 2009, but we are accepting manuscripts in the Contemporary, Suspense, Historical, and Romance genres for the 2010 list. In addition, we will have a limited number of slots for novels targeting the 18 to 34 reader.
	We prefer that all manuscripts come through an agent. However,one of the greatest values of attending writers conferences is that they provide you the opportunity to meet with editors from houses that no longer accept unsolicited manuscripts. If you meet with the Zondervan editor at this conference and she requests a proposal from you, that proposal will then be considered solicited. Please follow her instructions as you submit your proposal for review.
	About the editor
	Sue Brower is the Senior Acquisitions Editor and Category Team Leader for the Fiction and Inspiration categories at Zondervan. Prior to taking on this role, she was Senior Director of Marketing for Fiction and Inspirational product for over thirteen years.  Fiction is business as well as pleasure for Sue as she is an avid reader of both inspirational and mainstream novels. Sue also serves on the Advisory Board for the Christy Awards.
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Literary Agencies

	Books & Such Santa Rosa, California represented by Janet Kobobel Grant, founder
	represented by Wendy Lawton, agent represented by Etta Wilson, agent
	Agency Description (see also listing on page 574 of the 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide)
	Books & Such Literary Agency's slogan, Discerning Literature, forms the hallmark of our work. We focus on helping authors to develop topnotch ideas, to stretch and grow with each new book they write, and to think strategically not only about their next book but also about their careers.
	Understanding the ever-changing rhythms of publishing trends and how to respond to them is an integral part of the service we offer. We concentrate on developing long-term relationships with the authors we serve, shining the light of success on them, and helping them to be savvy caretakers of their abilities and time.
	In 2005, Wendy Lawton author of 10 young adult and teen books and two adult books as well as founder of the Lawton Doll business, which created collectible, prize-winning dolls joined the agency.
	In the summer of 2007 Books & Such added publicist Kathleen Y'Barbo to its staff. With her PR experience and degree in marketing, Kathleen exclusively works with our agency and clients to promote their books, writing achievements, and awards. This makes our agency the first in the Christian market to hire a publicist to be part of its staff.
	In September 2007, Etta Wilson joined the agency. The author of 12 childrens books, Etta is a member of the Society of Children's Book writers and Illustrators, the Women's National Book Association, the Southern Festival of Books Planning Committee, and a founding member of the Tennessee Writers Alliance.
	Books & Such has been in existence since 1996. In any given year we place more than projects with a variety of publishers.
	About the agents       Literary agent Janet Kobobel Grant represents several best-selling authors and winners of the Gold Medallion, Christy Award, and RITA. She founded the Books & Such Literary Agency in 1996. Before that she was an imprint editor at Zondervan, managing book editor at Focus on the Family, collaborator on 17 books and writer of two books of her own. As a result, Janet knows the publishing world from the perspective of a writer, an editor, and an agent.
	Wendy Lawton, a fulltime literary agent with Books & Such and an award-winning, internationally known doll artist and author, draws on her 26 years in the gift and collectible industry to present career advice for writers that is fresh and applicable. She understands business and she understands promotion. As an agent, she understands the business of publishing. And, having written 10 novels and one nonfiction book, she understands writers.
	Etta Wilson, literary agent with Books & Such, has extensive experience as an editor at Thomas Nelson and Abingdon Press and as a book packager and agent with March Media. In September 2007, she joined Books & Such, where she specializes in representing authors of works for children an YA readers. She continues to sell to publishers in both the Christian and the general markets. She lives in Tennessee.

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      Hartline Literary Agency
     Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
     represented by Joyce Hart

      Agency Description
      (see also listing on page 578 in the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      Hartline Literary Agency represents award-winning authors in both the Christian and             secular markets, fiction and nonfiction. Our agents have well-established rapport with

      major publishers.

      Hartline’s agents come from a variety of backgrounds and have broad experience in                       publishing, book marketing and writing.

• Joyce Hart has worked in the Christian bookselling industry since 1978, eventually becoming Vice President of Marketing at Whitaker House Publishers.
• Tamela Hancock Murray has previously written for the U.S. Government and is a multi-     published author.
• Andrea Kuhn Boeshaar has former agency experience with Ciske & Dietz Literary Agency and, later, DanAn Literary Agency. She is a cofounder of American Christian Fiction           Writers and a multi-published author.
•  Terry Burns has been a successful business man for 25 years, making deals and doing         promotion. He is a multi-published author and has recently joined the Hartline Agency.

      Hartline, while representing many successful and well-known authors also welcomes new

      writers. Hartline is “the agency with heart,” and has been noted as “an agency you’ll enjoy 

      doing business with.” Hartline is committed to the highest ethical standard.

     About the agent
Joyce Hart founded Hartline Marketing in 1990 and Hartline Literary Agency in 1992. Joyce knows the business and has a good reputation in the industry. She understands marketing as well as agenting. One of her clients recently had this to say about her representation, “It’s a pleasure working with you. I love the fact that you respond to e-mails so quickly and that you’re on top of what’s happening in the industry. Just what I need in an agent.”

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	William K Jensen Literary Agency Eugene, Oregon represented by Bill Jensen
	Agency Description (see also listing on page 579 in the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)
	For years, many authors and friends in publishing have encouraged Bill to start his own literary agency. In October 2005 he opened the William K. Jensen Literary Agency. Currently, Bill is representing 35 authors, such as D. James Kennedy, Mark Hitchcock, Christin Ditchfield, Tammy Maltby, Allison Pittman, and Lenya Heitzig. He has contracted nearly fifty books.
	Bill is interested in most types of Christian books, including but not limited to: fiction,      Christian living, devotional, marriage, family life, apologetics, biography, childrens, gift books, cookbooks, prophecy, humor, health, inspirational, political, social issues, womens    issues, and mens issues.
	About the agent
	William (Bill) Jensen has worked in book publishing for over 30 years. He has discovered, launched, and championed the publishing careers of numerous best-selling authors. He has acquired and worked with authors such as Stormie Omartian, Michelle McKinney Hammond, Kay Arthur, Greg Laurie, Tony Evans, Pat Robertson, Lisa Whelchel, Jill and Stuart Briscoe, Erwin Lutzer, Dr. James Dobson, Shaunti Feldhahn, Joni Eareckson Tada, and a host of others.
	When he’s not working he’s likely fly-fishing or listening to classical music or opera. Bill makes his home in Eugene, Oregon, with his wife, Sheila, and three daughters.
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     Steve Laube Agency
     Phoenix, Arizona
      represented by Steve Laube

      Agency Description
      (see also listing on page 580 of the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      The Steve Laube Agency is committed to providing top quality guidance to authors

      and speakers. Our years of experience and success brings a unique service to our

      clients. We focus primarily in the Christian marketplace and have put together an

      outstanding gallery of authors and speakers whose books continue to make an impact

      throughout the world. Clients include 2008 Writing for the Soul faculty members Bob

     Hostetler and Lissa Halls Johnson.

     About the agent
Steve Laube, a literary agent and president of The Steve Laube Agency, has been in the book industry for more than 26 years, first as a bookstore manager and book buyer for a major national chain. While manager, his store was named National Store of the Year by the Christian Bookstore Association (CBA) in 1989, out of 4,000 eligible stores. He spent 11 years with Bethany House Publishers rising to the position of Editorial Director/Adult Nonfiction. In 2002 he was named the Editor of the Year by the Advanced Writers and Speakers            Association. He has edited more than 150 books, written one, and produced numerous           

    articles. He has taught at writers conferences in more than 50 cities.  His office is in

    Phoenix, Arizona.

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      Leslie H. Stobbe Agency
      Tryon, North Carolina
       represented by Les Stobbe

      Agency Description
      (see also listing on page587 in the 2007 Christian Writers’ Market Guide)

      When Les Stobbe started buying books for a bookstore, the hottest title was Mere

      Christianity. When he served as editor of Christian Bookseller magazine, the hottest

      title was The Living Letters. When he was appointed editorial director of Moody Press,

      the hottest book was The Late Great Planet Earth. While at Moody, their hottest selling

      title was Crying Wind — and on its heels was Daktar/Diplomat in Bangladesh. Except

      for C.S. Lewis, they were all first-book authors. Among the many authors Les helped

      get started in his 21 years in book publishing are Erwin Lutzer, Zola Levitt, Marie

      Chapian, Gayle Roper, Marian Wells, Kathy Collard Miller, Marilyn Willett Heavilin,

      and Marita Littauer. Several of today’s editorial directors in Christian publishing got

      their initial training in book publishing under Les’s leadership.

      Along the way Les wrote or co-wrote 14 books for people like Jim Talley, Dale Evans

     Rogers, Ken Nair, and other nationally known leaders. As editor in chief of the Jerry B.

     Jenkins Christian Writers Guild he wrote most of the lessons on writing nonfiction

      articles and books for the “What’s Your Story?” Apprentice and Journeyman courses.

      Small wonder that 14 years ago, when Les was convinced by authors to begin serving as

      a literary agent, he committed himself to helping first-book authors get published, writers

      like Ann Tatlock, Ethel Herr, Frank Simon, Elizabeth Hoekstra, Mark Mynheir, Austin

      Boyd, Michael Barry, Louise Gouge, Diane Nichols, and Jerry Rassamni. Authors

      recently offered multi-book contracts include Dave Earley, Katie Cushman, Trish Berg,

     Will Davis Jr., Doug McMinn, Mary Conneally, J. Scott Gruner, and Jon Nappa.

      Most of Les’s publishable proposals come via recommendation from clients, well-known

      authors, and editors, often at Christian writers conferences. While Les is convinced

      that outstanding writing by fresh voices ought to be a priority consideration when a

      manuscript is evaluated, he is well aware that breakthrough writers typically already

      have a platform. Thus he is looking for those fresh voices in both adult fiction and

      nonfiction who above all know how to tell a story with truth embedded in it — and

      already have a platform that will lead to sales for publishers.

     About the agent
Les Stobbe has worked in Christian publishing, as an editor, consultant, and literary agent, for more than 50 years. Les has authored or
co-authored 14 books and more than 500 feature articles, as well as provided editorial leadership at six publishers. The Christian Writers Guild’s Editor-in-Chief, he serves as well as a mentor. He lives in Tryon, North Carolina.

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