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New Releases October 2014

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William Wilberforce Achieving the Impossible Mark Williamson

A biography of William Summary Wilberforce featuring Read the full story of Wilberforce and his Wilberforce’s writing friends in the Clapham Sect: how they not only abolished the transatlantic slave trade and key learning points that was destroying Africa, but also began around the subject of a missionary movement in India, sent Bibles across the world, were at the forefront of leadership. Part of the improving education for the poor of Britain, Remarkable Lives series. and finally succeeded in bringing emancipation for all slaves throughout the British Empire.

‘Inspiring, challenging, encour- aging and hard to put down. William Wilberforce encapsu- Mark Williamson serves lates the breadth of Wilberforce’s as a director of One Rock, leads a Café church in life, his political wranglings south-west London, and is a and personal musings, and has part of the Prayer for London fuelled my personal journey in team. His biography of the modern-day battle against John Wesley A Blueprint for Revival, which is also part of the Remarkable Lives human trafficking.’ series, was published in 2011. Antoinette Daniel, Director of October 2014 // £7.99 Merton Against Trafficking

Key Points More info... • Tells the life story of a remarkable Christian politician William Wilberforce is best remembered as the parliamentary leader for • Acts as a reference work featuring Wilberforce’s important the British campaign to abolish the slave trade. He took on the financial quotes and anecdotes system of his day and fought an incredible twenty-year battle in order to • Serves as a training tool through the life lessons at the end of bring about justice and freedom for the marginalized and the vulnerable. each chapter But this rarest of politicians was motivated by a radical faith in Jesus Marketing that also led him to spearhead a number of other causes. • Sample to key media • Interviews and excerpts offered to Christian press TARGET AUDIENCE • Leaders and those looking to develop their leadership skills • Those interested in the relationship between faith and politics • Readers of missionary biographies

Also Available: ISBN // 9781780780634 PRICE // £7.99 PAGES // 160 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 198 mm x 130 mm Paperback available Category // Biography BISAC // Biography & Autobiography/Historical (BIO006000) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

A Blueprint for Revival Going Forward on Your Knees 9781850789628 9781850789611 £7.99 £7.99

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The Real Deal A Life Freed from the Grip of Addiction Rod Williams

The powerful autobiography Summary of a gambler, drug addict Rod’s drug addiction began at college and and dealer who turns to quickly moved from cannabis to Ecstasy and eventually heroin and crack cocaine. He soon God and finds freedom. became heavily involved in dealing drugs and Offers hope for those gambling in order to finance his drugs habit. Following an attempt to import class A drugs struggling with addiction onto the island of Guernsey, Rod ended up in and their families. prison. At rock bottom and in desperation, he turned to God and began his journey to free- dom from his addictions.

‘This book is refreshingly honest; it speaks of a broken Rod Williams had a well-paid job in the finance young man who found healing industry in Guernsey but in Christ and a future. You will ended up in prison after be inspired.’ becoming seriously addicted to gambling and drugs by his Rt Revd Dr David E. Carr, early twenties, Having turned Senior Pastor, Renewal to God his life has been transformed and he now Christian Centre works for Christians Against Poverty as a Centre October 2014 // £8.99 and Area Manager.

More info... Key Points ‘This book is a compelling read…It details the ever greater power of • Includes testimonies from Rod’s policeman father and prison-officer sister, as well as two of Rod’s fellow addicts Jesus, who saves lives and brings about a complete transformation to • Includes a colour photo section those lives which are on the path to utter destruction, in a way that nothing and no one else can. The book reveals how God’s love, grace Marketing and true forgiveness turn not only Rod’s life around, but also the lives of • Interviews and excerpts offered to Christian press his long-time accomplices and shows how that has impacted hundreds • Author clip published to social media channels of others’ lives for the better. His accomplices also give us an insight into • Speaking at Fixed conference, 11 October 2014, in Bolton their own journey with Rod. Altogether, a mighty powerful read.’ TARGET AUDIENCE John Kirby, International Director, Christians Against Poverty • Individuals struggling with addiction • Individuals supporting those struggling with addiction • New Christians

Also Available: ISBN // 9781780781211 PRICE // £8.99 PAGES // 192 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 198 mm x 130 mm Paperback available Category // Biography BISAC // Biography & Autobiography/Personal Memoirs (BIO026000) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

Once an Addict Internal Revolution The Power and the Glory 9781860246029 9781860248542 9781860245602 £7.99 £7.99 £7.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Books – October 2014

Life Lines Two Friends Sharing Laughter, Challenges and Cupcakes Deborah Duncan and Cathy Le Feuvre

The insightful, honest Summary and often hilarious This is the story of Esther and Louise, two women who support each other in their every- conversations between day walking around lives, sharing the good two friends, as they times and the bad, the experiences that make their hearts soar, and the moments when they reflect on and support feel they are living on different planets to those one another in the highs around them. and lows of their contrasting lives.

‘Embedded in this wry, witty and revealingly frank DEBORAH DUNCAN is a minister’s wife and nurse correspondence is many a who currently teaches at the Florence Nightingale buried gem of wisdom on the School of Nursing, King’s College London. She is married to Malcolm and has four teenage children. basic, gritty issues of life that She lives in Buckinghamshire, UK. make us laugh and make us cry, CATHY LE FEUVRE is a writer/author, broadcaster and that we survive by sharing.’ and media consultant. Her first solo book William Michele Guinness, author and and Catherine (about the founders of the Salvation speaker. Army) was published in 2013. She lives in October 2014 // £7.99 Buckinghamshire, UK.

More info... Key Points This story vibrates in the real world we live in, looking at the ridiculous • Humorous look at Christian life and relationships • Focus on singleness and how it is seen in the church things that happen in life and church and the prejudices which naturally • Written as an email conversation between two friends occur in Christian community, as in other areas of life. It’s a powerful portrayal of friendship forged in the tough times as well as the good, Marketing that prods and pokes but most importantly pushes the characters closer • Sample to key media for interviews and excerpt publication to the God they love. • Profile through social media platforms

TARGET AUDIENCE • Primarily women • Those who enjoy books like Helen Sloane’s Diary and 20 First Dates

Also Available: ISBN // 9781860249303 PRICE // £7.99 PAGES // 240 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 198 mm x 130 mm Paperback available Category // Christian Living BISAC // Religion/Christian Life/Relationships (REL012100) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

20 First Dates 9781850788003 Up Close and Personal 9781850789918 Helen Sloane’s Diary 9781850788881 £8.99 £4.99 £7.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Books – Reprint

The Blood and the Blues Daring Escapes, Dangerous Songs: The Legacy of Slavery’s Underground Railroad Danny Smith with Bill Hampson

Reprint for A gripping and compelling Summary Anti-Slavery Day 18 October record of the exploits of This compelling account reveals the perilous 2014 America’s runaway slaves exploits of America’s runaway slaves, and investigates their astounding music: the Blues and their music – the and Spirituals. Their music, born in slavery and Blues and Spirituals. oppression, gave the world a beat that would change the global musical landscape forever.

‘This is a hugely important contribution to our under- Danny Smith made his career in journalism, media standing of two issues – the and communications. Danny transatlantic slave trade and has led numerous successful the genesis of much popular human rights campaigns to tackle injustice and founded music.’ the Jubilee Campaign and the Epiphany Trust. David Alton (Lord Alton of Reprinted October 2014 // £7.99 Liverpool)

More info... Key Points • Delivers a deeper understanding of the origins of many famous Secret codes. Daring escapes. Rescue missions. Bounty Hunters. Lynch- spirituals including ‘Wade in the Water’ and ‘Swing Low Sweet ings. Betrayal. Sexual obsession. Conspiracy theories. Cloak-and-dagger intrigue. Mysterious strangers who appear in the midnight hour . . . Chariot’ Courage beyond anything we could imagine, demonstrated by the slaves Marketing of Africa who faced the darkness and unknown terror with resilience and • Sample to key media faith, and those brave individuals and churches who defied the hunters to • Feature on various websites protect the hunted. Some risked everything – their fortune, even their lives • Profile through social media platforms – drawing out an intensity of Christian conviction rarely seen. TARGET AUDIENCE And the dangerous songs . . . songs that passed on secret messages that • Those interested in Spirituals and the Blues meant life and death for slaves about to escape, to outrun the patrols, • Those who are interested in the stories behind the songs posses and gunmen who would be like hellhounds on their trail. • Those interested in anti-trafficking and the history of slavery

Also Available: ISBN // 9781860247095 PRICE // £7.99 PAGES // 232 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 198 mm x 130 mm Paperback available Category // Biography BISAC // Biography & Autobiography/Cultural Heritage (BIO002000 ) RIGHTS // World Release // Reprinted October 2014

Amazing Grace 9781780783048 £9.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Books – October 2014

Amy Carmichael A Life Well Placed Joanna Williamson

A biography of Amy Summary Carmichael. Part of the Amy Carmichael was a remarkable leader. She Remarkable Lives series, lived her life out of a strong belief in a God who is real, all powerful and who provides for all our with key learning points needs. She had a deep love for people and a designed to empower determination to help them. She provided a home, an education and health care for Christian leaders. hundreds of girls and boys whom she rescued from the jaws of an evil Indian practice of ‘This book is unique in that it selling children to temple prostitution. clearly highlights key disciple- ship lessons to be learned from closely observing the life of an Joanna Williamson incarnational missionary. As you serves as a director of One read the journey of Amy’s life, be Rock and as a trustee of prepared for your own journey Renovare Britain & Ireland. to be inspired, challenged and She is passionate about probably transformed. A great spiritual formation and resource for both individual and mentoring. She has also small group learning.’ authored a biography on Hudson Taylor as part of Jani Rubery – organizational the Remarkable Lives series: Going Forward on psychologist, executive coach, Your Knees was published in 2011. October 2014 // £7.99 spiritual mentor

More info... Key Points When Amy Carmichael first arrived in Dohnavur, India, it was a barren • Inspiring biography which relates the leadership of a remarkable plain; she transformed it into a valley of springs. The Dohnavur Fellowship Christian missionary she established survived the turbulent times of two World Wars, regular • Can be used as a training tool through the life lessons at the outbreaks of disease and persistent spiritual attack. Amy authored nearly forty end of each chapter books that continue to inspire and challenge many all around the world. Marketing • Sample to key media ‘Joanna Williamson is a gifted storyteller who is able to weave together the • Interviews and excerpts offered to Christian press narrative of Amy Carmichael’s life with excerpts from her writings which TARGET AUDIENCE draw the reader intimately into one of the most well-known missionaries • Those who are inspired by missionary biographies to ever enter India. This story is filled with life, conviction, pathos and poi- • Those looking for leadership lessons embodied in the life of gnancy and is engagingly presented.’ Dr Timothy C. Tennent – President, famous Christian leaders Asbury Theological Seminary and Professor of World Christianity

Also Available: ISBN // 9781780780627 PRICE // £7.99 PAGES // 160 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 198 mm x 130 mm Paperback available Category // Biography BISAC // Biography & Autobiography/Religious (BIO018000) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

Going Forward on Your Knees A Blueprint for Revival 9781850789611 9781850789628 £7.99 £7.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Books – October 2014

Wonder of Wonders A 25-Day Journey Into the Heart of Christmas Keith Wall

A collection of 25 Summary reflections on the Beginning on 1 December, Wonder of Wonders takes readers through the season with thoughts Christmas story helping on the individuals and incidents involved, readers explore the ways designed to help you apply the passage to your God is at work in our own life. Readers will see how the beloved tales of Christ and Christmas are turned into moving lives. examples of God’s grace, creativity and love, and the ways in which we can reflect these qualities to those around us in practical and powerful ways.

Keith Wall has been an award-winning magazine editor, radio scriptwriter, online columnist and screen- writer. Currently, Keith writes full time from his mountain- October 2014 // £5.99 top cabin in the shadow of Pikes Peak, overlooking Colorado Springs.

More info... Key Points Wonder of Wonders reminds us that the Christmas season, like no other time during the • Wonderfully engaging Christmas stories year, opens doors for the restoration of broken relationships, healing for wounded hearts written by a master storyteller and the expression of love to those who desperately need a touch of grace. • Includes stories from around the world

Marketing • Sampling to key media • Excerpt publication through social media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Anyone looking for fresh insights from the familiar nativity narrative

Also Available: ISBN // 9781780781280 PRICE // £5.99 PAGES // 128 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 179 mm x 128 mm PB available Category // Devotions Christmas BISAC // RELIGION/Holidays/Christmas & Advent (REL034020) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

30 Days with Mary 30 Days with Elijah 9781860249358 9781860249372 £4.99 £4.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Books – October 2014

Off the Page and Into Your Life Getting more from God’s Word – no matter what your story Tami Weissert

Discover your personal Summary style for engaging with the Reading God’s word doesn’t have to be a dry, Bible. with one-way street where we sit and try to concentrate on dusty words in a book. The The good news for women Bible is alive, and active, and sharper than a who find Bible reading two-edged sword! Off the Page and Into Your Life will help readers cut through the clutter and mundane, dry and difficult is connect with Christ in wonderful new ways. that God is speaking to you – and you can hear him!

‘Tami’s practical, roll-up-your- sleeves-and-get-started approach Tami Weissert is to using your life circumstances Executive Vice President and to grow and connect to God is in-house counsel for Back to spot on. I can’t wait to dig in and the Bible, and oversees their give some of these ideas a try Bible Engagement division. for myself. This is a book you will She served as co-host of keep with your Bible and reference the Back to the Bible radio programme for more again and again.’ Diana Goldy, than eight years and is also the blogging voice of Director of Outreach and Sales, Powered by 4, a daily online Bible engagement October 2014 // £8.99 MOPS International ministry of Back to the Bible.

Key Points More info... • Provides assessment tools to help women Through the unique life stories of seven different women, readers will discover that to discover and activate their personal Bible they’re not alone in their challenges and that God’s word is the key for experiencing engagement style and personality transformation and new life, regardless of their situation. So, whether you are a morning • Story-driven and backed by thorough person or a night owl, whether energized by exercising your head or your heart, Off the research Page and Into Your Life will help you to connect and engage with the Bible in fresh and • Written by a Back to the Bible executive and meaningful ways. in-demand speaker

Marketing • Interviews and excerpts offered to Christian press

TARGET AUDIENCE • Women looking to develop their Bible reading

Also Available: ISBN // 9781780781167 PRICE // £8.99 PAGES // 192 pp Ebook also FORMAT // 216 mm x 140 mm PB available Category // Christian Living BISAC // RELIGION/Christian Life/Personal Growth (REL 012070) RIGHTS // World Release // October 2014

30 Days with Mary 30 Days with Elijah 9781860249358 9781860249372 £4.99 £4.99 UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Kids – October 2014

My Nativity Colouring Book

ILLUSTRATOR: Lara Ede

A nativity-themed Summary colouring book, My Nativity Colouring Book is an adorable helping children book, bursting with Christmas pictures to colour. Children will love colouring in the lively aged 3+ to explore illustrations, then adding the stickers wherever more about Jesus’ they want.

birth through fun The colouring and stickering activities will help pictures and over to develop creativity and motor skills. 100 stickers.

Lara Ede is a freelance illustrator specialising in children’s books, greeting cards, stationery and surface pattern design. She is based in Newark England, and has illustrated many successful books such as the My Pretty Pink titles, The Bible Collection and The Story of Easter.

October 2014 // £3.99

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Colouring and stickering activities to help develop motor skills • Lovely illustrations by Lara Ede

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 3+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781860249488 PRICE // £3.99 PAGES // 98 pp (including 2 pages of stickers) FORMAT // 280 mm x 215 mm Paperback Category // Games & Activities BISAC // Juvenile Nonfiction/Religious/Christian/Games & Activities (JNF049220) RIGHTS // UK, Australia and New Zealand Fridge Art Bible My Bible Sticker MyPad Bible Stick and Colour Release // October 2014 9781860249464 Backpack 9781860248665 £4.99 9781860248962 £5.99 £3.99

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God Made Me This Way Author: Hayley Down Illustrator: Claire Fennell

A charming Summary inspirational With stunning illustrations and gentle, rhyming book helping text, this padded board book is perfect for reading with young children to reinforce their under threes faith. explore more God Made Me This Way teaches children that about God and God made everything on the planet, from the the world he elephant, with his enormous trunk, to the created. teeny-weeny butterfly, with its bright wings.

October 2014 // £6.99

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Stunning illustrations that are full of whimsical humour • Perfect for parents and children to read together • Padded board book format is comfortable for little hands to hold Marketing • Review copies to key media TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 0+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781860249471 PRICE // £5.99 PAGES // 26 pp FORMAT // 210 mm x 210 mm Padded Board Book Category // Read To Me (Age 1–4) BISAC // Juvenile Nonfiction/Religious/Christian/Early Readers (JNF049200) God’s Love in My Heart RIGHTS // UK, Australia and New Zealand 9781860249198 Release // October 2014 £6.99

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Fridge Art Bible Illustrator: Chris Scollen

Helping children Summary aged 3+ to explore The Fridge Art Bible is an innovative colouring key Bible characters book which will keep little artists busy for hours. It includes lively drawings of characters, and stories through scenes and stories from the Bible for children to 40 peel-off colouring colour in. Each picture also includes the Bible reference, and there is a space for children to pages with Bible sign their work, so that everyone will know who references. created it.

Each of the 40 pictures has a sticky back so that once children have completed their master- piece they can peel it off the pad and stick it on the fridge, wall or wherever they choose.

October 2014 // £4.99

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Helping children explore key Bible stories through colouring • Peel-off sheets with a sticky back for easy display • Sign and date each picture for a lasting memory

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 3+

Not final art

Also Available: ISBN // 9781860249464 PRICE // £4.99 PAGES // 40 colouring pages FORMAT // 279 mm x 216 mm Paperback Category // Games & Activities BISAC // Juvenile Nonfiction/Religious/Christian/Games & Activities (JNF049220) RIGHTS // UK, Australia and New Zealand My Bible Sticker Backpack MyPad Bible Stick and Colour Release // October 2014 9781860248962 9781860248665 £5.99 £3.99

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The Gardener and the Vine

Andrew McDonough

Another enthralling Summary story in the Lost You may know Basil the Branch, but do you Sheep series. Based know where his story began? Has Basil always been part of the Vine? Who is this mysterious on the teachings of gardener and can he be trusted? What is the Jesus in John 15 true cost of a fruitful life? If you want answers, read The Gardener and the Vine. it shows how God gathers people and makes them part of his family.

Andrew McDonough is a gifted pastor, teacher and storyteller. His years Available Now // £2.99 of ministry include work- ing amongst the homeless and advocacy for refugees. ‘Fresh, vivid and attention-grabbing. These stories touch the heart and Andrew’s creative talents and passion for the illuminate the mind.’ Max Lucado gospel have combined to produce the outstanding Lost Sheep series.

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Part of the Lost Sheep series • Interactive website www.lostsheep.com.au which offers accompanying free downloadable resources for both children and teachers

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 4+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781921229374 PRICE // £2.99 PAGES // 32 pp FORMAT // 202 mm x 202 mm PB Category // Young Readers (4–7) BISAC // JUVENILE FICTION/Religious/Christian/General (JUV033010) RIGHTS // UK & Europe Zac the Taxman Webster the Preacher Duck Release // Available Now 9781921229183 9781921229213 £2.99 £2.99

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Zac the Taxman

Andrew McDonough

Another enthralling Summary story in the Lost Feeling left out? Struggling to fit in? Then you Sheep series. Based can relate to Jesus’ friend, Zac. Here’s a story for everyone who has been teased at school, on the story of can’t slam dunk but likes to climb trees. Zacchaeus in Luke 19 this story teaches children how Jesus befriends people and changes their lives.

Andrew McDonough is a gifted pastor, teacher and storyteller. His years Available Now // £2.99 of ministry include work- ing amongst the homeless and advocacy for refugees. ‘Fresh, vivid and attention-grabbing. These stories touch the heart and Andrew’s creative talents and passion for the illuminate the mind.’ Max Lucado gospel have combined to produce the outstanding Lost Sheep series.

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Part of the Lost Sheep series • Interactive website www.lostsheep.com.au which offers accompanying free downloadable resources for both children and teachers

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 4+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781921229183 PRICE // £2.99 PAGES // 32 pp FORMAT // 202 mm x 202 mm PB Category // Young Readers (4–7) BISAC // JUVENILE FICTION/Religious/Christian/General (JUV033010) RIGHTS // UK & Europe The Gardener and Webster the Preacher Duck Release // Available Now the Vine 9781921229213 9781921229374 £2.99 £2.99

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Webster the Preacher Duck

Andrew McDonough

Another enthralling Summary story in the Lost Church is never boring when the world’s Sheep series. Based greatest preacher, Webster D. Duck, is up the front. But, maybe there is more to living for God on James 1:22, this than enjoying great sermons and having fun in story will inspire church. Watch out, this story may inspire you to use your gifts to reach new heights! children to put their faith into action.

Andrew McDonough is a gifted pastor, teacher and storyteller. His years Available Now // £2.99 of ministry include work- ing amongst the homeless and advocacy for refugees. ‘Fresh, vivid and attention-grabbing. These stories touch the heart and Andrew’s creative talents and passion for the illuminate the mind.’ Max Lucado gospel have combined to produce the outstanding Lost Sheep series.

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Part of the Lost Sheep series • Interactive website www.lostsheep.com.au which offers accompanying free downloadable resources for both children and teachers

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 4+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781921229213 PRICE // £2.99 PAGES // 32 pp FORMAT // 202 mm x 202 mm PB Category // Young Readers (4–7) BISAC // JUVENILE FICTION/Religious/Christian/General (JUV033010) RIGHTS // UK & Europe The Gardener and Zac the Taxman Release // Available Now the Vine 9781921229183 9781921229374 £2.99 £2.99

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The Three Wise Camels

Andrew McDonough

Another enthralling Summary story in the Lost You’ve heard about the three wise men, but Sheep series. Based what about the three wise camels? If you love big telescopes, wise sayings and frankincense on the story of the then join the camels on their epic Christmas visit of the Magi in adventure. Matthew 2:1–12.

Andrew McDonough is a gifted pastor, teacher and storyteller. His years October 2014 // £2.99 of ministry include work- ing amongst the homeless and advocacy for refugees. ‘Fresh, vivid and attention-grabbing. These stories touch the heart and Andrew’s creative talents and passion for the illuminate the mind.’ Max Lucado gospel have combined to produce the outstanding Lost Sheep series.

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Part of the Lost Sheep series • Interactive website www.lostsheep.com.au which offers accompanying free downloadable resources for both children and teachers

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 4+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781925036336 PRICE // £2.99 PAGES // 32 pp FORMAT // 202 mm x 202 mm Paperback Category // Young Readers (4–7) BISAC // JUVENILE FICTION/Religious/Christian/General (JUV033010) RIGHTS // UK & Europe Zac the Taxman Webster the Preacher Duck Bethlehem Town Release // October 2014 9781921229183 9781921229213 9781925036329 £2.99 £2.99 £2.99

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Bethlehem Town

Andrew McDonough

Another enthralling Summary story in the Lost Join Brown Cow and the wonderful welcoming Sheep series. A women of Bethlehem in this Christmas story guaranteed to bless your socks off. Warning! humorous and inven- You won’t find any stable or innkeeper here tive interpretation – this story is set in your traditional middle- eastern home. of the Christmas story based on Luke 2:1–20.

Andrew McDonough is a gifted pastor, teacher and storyteller. His years October 2014 // £2.99 of ministry include work- ing amongst the homeless and advocacy for refugees. ‘Fresh, vivid and attention-grabbing. These stories touch the heart and Andrew’s creative talents and passion for the illuminate the mind.’ Max Lucado gospel have combined to produce the outstanding Lost Sheep series.

SAMPLE PAGES Key Points • Part of the Lost Sheep series • Interactive website www.lostsheep.com.au which offers accompanying free downloadable resources for both children and teachers

Marketing • Review copies to key media

TARGET AUDIENCE • Ages 4+

Also Available: ISBN // 9781925036329 PRICE // £2.99 PAGES // 32 pp FORMAT // 202 mm x 202 mm Paperback Category // Young Readers (4–7) BISAC // JUVENILE FICTION/Religious/Christian/General (JUV033010) RIGHTS // UK & Europe Zac the Taxman Webster the Preacher Duck The Three Wise Camels Release // October 2014 9781921229183 9781921229213 9781925036336 £2.99 £2.99 £2.99

UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0) 1908 268500 Web Orders: www.authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Music – October 2014

Through the Woods – Fairytale edition

Philippa Hanna Extended edition of Philippa’s popular album Through the Woods.

One of the brightest talents in the UK, Philippa Hanna has been winning the hearts of audiences the world over with her faith-filled inspirational music since her 2007 debut Watching Me.

After five-star reviews and the extensive popularity of Through the Woods in 2013, a Fairytale Edition of the album is due for release in October 2014 featuring 3 bonus tracks. She toured in support of soul superstar Lionel Richie in 2012, and made her return to UK arenas opening for Wet Wet Wet’s ‘Greatest Hits’ tour in December 2013.

Songs • Lighthouse • Stars Will Fall • The Daffodil Song • Apples • Cherry Coloured Coat • Sharks • Fire • Hollywood • Just A Song Philippa Hanna is one of the • New For Old UK’s brightest talents. Her songs • Sweet Surrender and stories are captivating audi- • I Am Amazing ences around the globe. Since • Ave To Love the release of her debut album • Circuits Watching Me in 2007 she has BREAKING NEWS released Taste in 2008 and the EP Just announced, Philippa will be supporting Britain's Got Out of the Blue in 2011. Creat- Talent winners Collabro on their forthcoming UK tour. ing a splash on the UK Gospel scene, Philippa has found herself at the top of UK Christian and Gospel charts and saw out 2011 Key points voted Best British female by UK subscribers to popular Christian • Deluxe edition with 3 additional tracks music site Louderthanthemusic.com. Target Audience • Fans of Philippa Hanna • Those who like female singer/songwriters

Marketing • Sampled to radio Also AvaiLable: • Promotion through social media channels

CODE // 5060256821465 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Contemporary Pop RIGHTS // UK & Europe Taste Watching Me Following the Breadcrumbs Release // October 2014 CD: 5014182050628 CD: 5060256820895 PB: 9781780780870 £9.99 £9.99 £8.99

UK Trade Order Line: +44 (0)1908 268500 Web orders: authenticmedia.co.uk Authentic Music – October 2014

We Will Serve the Lord

The Collingsworth Family A new DVD to accompany The Lord is Good CD.

Known for their exquisite family harmony and moving featured solos, The Collingsworth Family (along with their producer Wayne Haun) have packed this DVD with powerful instrumentals, memorable arrangements of classics songs and uniquely crafted originals. Their solid sales history and strong radio presence, both growing with every new release, are just two facets of their outward success.

Songs • I’ve Come Here to Tell You • He Set Me Free (instrumental) • If He Hung the Moon • We Will Serve the Lord • It’s Not Too Late to Pray • Living in Love with the Lord • It Matters to the Master • His Hand in Mine (instrumental) • How Great His Love for Me • The Love of God • Be Thou My Vision (instrumental) The Collingsworth Family • Show a Little Bit of Love and Kindness consist of parents Phil and Kim • Until Then (instrumental) and then the next generation, • There is Healing in His Hands for You Brooklyn, Courtney, Phillip and • God is Moving Olivia. Their first albumPart of • The Healer is Here the Family was released in 2011 • Show a Little Bit of Love and Kindness (Encore) which was quickly followed by Key points Feels like Christmas in 2012 and • Dove award winners and Group of the Year (Singing News both Hymns from Home and The Lord is Good in 2013. Fan Awards) in 2012 • Perform regularly with the Gaither Homecoming Tour

Target Audience • Southern Gospel fans • Fans of The Gaithers, Ernie Haase, etc

Marketing • Album sampled to Christian Radio Also AvaiLable: • Promotion through social media channels

CODE // 643157431664 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // DVD Style // Southern Gospel RIGHTS // UK & Europe The Lord is Good Hymns from Home Feels Like Christmas Release // October 2014 CD: 643157426622 DVD: 643157427032 £12.99 CD: 643157422426 £12.99 CD: 643157426615 £12.99 £12.99

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Sentimental Season

Wayne Haun Popular Christmas classics from 4-time Grammy nominee Wayne Haun.

After taking 11 years to record his debut album which came out in 2013 and reached No.1 on the iTunes jazz chart, fans have been asking the question, ‘How long do we have to wait for more?’ Sentimental Season is Wayne’s response to that question. Compared to legends such as Perry Como, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra, Haun once again delivers the same smooth classic sounds that his fans have grown to love. This festive recording combines Christmas classics with new original songs co-written by Haun. It also features several popular artists who lend their talents to this record- ing such as Ernie Haase, TaRanda Greene, Jaimee Paul, and Leif Shires.

Songs • Sentimental Season • The Christmas Song (duet with TaRanda Greene) • Earth is a Much Sweeter Planet • Tennessee Christmas (feat. Ernie Haase & Signature Sound) Wayne Haun is not only a • Christmas is Christmas (Wherever You Are) vocal artist but also a producer • Light a Candle with 4 Grammy nominations, 22 • Silent Night (duet with Jaimee Paul) GMA/Dove Awards and 3 BMI • On a Snow Covered Street music awards. He is the musi- • What a Wonderful World (feat. Leif Shires) cal director and producer for • Beautiful Star of Bethlehem (feat. Mary Fox, Shelby Fox Ernie Haase & Signature Sound. Haun and April Haun Wise) His first album Old Soul was released in August 2013. Key points • Multiple award-winning producer • Silky smooth vocals, compared with many jazz legends

Target Audience • Fans of Michael Bublé and Frank Sinatra

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CODE // 643157431671 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Contemporary Jazz RIGHTS // UK & Europe Old Soul Release // October 2014 CD: 643157426011 £12.99

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Here’s to the Ones

Rhett Walker Band The second album from the Rhett Walker Band, following on from their successful debut album Come to the River.

After bursting onto the scene with the smash hit ‘When Mercy Found Me’ in 2012, Rhett and his band of brothers have carved out a unique place in Christian music blending pop, rock and rootsy Americana into a sound that reaches an ever-growing audience. Meanwhile, themes of faith, family and country continue to be at the core of Rhett Walker Band’s music.

Key songs on the album include the new radio single ‘Amazed’ as well as ‘Love Like Jesus’ and ‘Better Part of Me’ which takes an honest look at marriage and supporting one’s spouse. The anthemic title track ‘Here’s to the Ones’ salutes and honours those who work hard to support their families and who stand up for their faith. The band con- tinues to write and sing songs that are filled with honesty about brokenness and the hope and strength we can find through faith in God.

Songs • Intro/Clone • Here’s to the Ones Rhett Walker is the outspo- • Adam’s Son • Broken Man ken son of a preacher, who was • Better Part of Me • Dead Man born and raised in the American • Lift Me Up • A Love Like That South. His mellow yet animated • Someone Else’s Song • Welcome Home voice is a sure mix of Geor- • Love Like Jesus • Amazed gia and the Carolinas. In that drawl, he tells an intense ‘wild Key points oats’ story tempered by God’s • Debut album Come to the River has sold over 70,000 units grace – a testimony that fuels the deep-fried rock and deep-down • ‘When Mercy Found Me’ has had over 1 million hits on worship. The band comprises Rhett Walker on vocals and rhythm YouTube guitar, Kenny Davis on drums, Joe Kane on lead guitar and Kevin Whitsett on bass. Target Audience • Fans of Casting Crowns and Third Day • Fans of contemporary rock

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CODE // 083061098629 PRICE // £9.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Contemporary RIGHTS // UK & Europe Come to the River Release // October 2014 CD: 083061094027 £9.99

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Fast Forward

The Walls Group A new young gospel/urban family quartet from Kirk Frank- lin’s Fo Yo Soul label.

The history of American Urban music is sprinkled with notable young talented singing groups and bands. From the Jackson 5 to , brothers and sisters combining their musical talents have kept generations of music lovers entertained. There is a new generation of gifted kinfolk and the word on The Walls Group is spread- ing quickly throughout Gospel and Christian music. Darrel, Rhea, Paco and Ahjah are on a fast track to music notabil- ity. Their youthful voices stand toe to toe with some of the leading gospel artists today. A blend of worship, contempo- rary gospel and urban pop comes alive with their charming charisma and stage presence. Kirk Franklin produced and wrote most of the tracks on the album and is also a featured guest along with and Brandy.

Songs Intro love on the Radio Big Brother Great is Your Love Satisfied God on My Mind (feat. Brandy) From deep in the heart of Freedom Paco’s Interlude Texas comes family quartet Perfect People Beautiful (feat. Kirk Franklin) The Walls Group. Darrel Anything and Everything aged 22, Rhea 17, Paco 16 and Ahjah 15 are the singing four Key points of eight children born to Roger • Their first album, which was only released digitally, sold and Alicia Walls. With musically over 12,000 units inclined parents, these kids • Kirk Franklin produced and wrote most of the tracks on could not escape the melodies and harmonies that coursed the album throughout the household and seeped into their souls.

Target Audience • Fans of , Out of Eden, Kirk Franklin

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CODE // 888430037823 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Gospel RIGHTS // UK & Europe Release // October 2014

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A Merry 1 Girl Nation Christmas

1 Girl Nation A Christmas EP from girl band 1 Girl Nation.

Following on from the success of 1 Girl Nation’s debut self- titled album, this EP makes the perfect Christmas gift for tweens.

Featuring fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics together with the new 1 Girl Nation original song ‘Joy’, and a cover of the Disney Frozen song ‘Let it Go’, this EP is a great way to put the whole family in the Christmas spirit.

After a whirlwind year of touring that had the girls shar- ing their stories and hits across America, they’re thrilled to share these new Christmas songs with their fans.

Songs • Joy • Angels We Have Heard on High • Go Tell It on the Mountain • 1GN Christmas Mash Up (title TBD) • Bonus Track: Let it Go (from the Disney movie Frozen)

1 Girl Nation was formed in Key points 2012 in Nashville, Tennessee. • Successful first album and USA tour Band members: Lauryn Taylor • ‘While We’re Young’ has had more than 278,000 hits on Bach, Lindsey Ciresi, Carmen YouTube Justice and Kayli Robinson.

Target Audience • Pre-teen and young teenage girls

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CODE // 602341020022 PRICE // £7.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Contemporary Pop RIGHTS // UK & Europe 1 Girl Nation Release // October 2014 CD: 602341017923 £9.99

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The Best of Deitrick Haddon Deitrick Haddon A compilation album featuring the hits and best-known album tracks of Contemporary Gospel artist Deitrick Haddon. Drawing on both secular and spiritual influences, Deitrick Haddon was one of the first creators of the sound known as Gospel Soul. After releasing 4 albums on the Tyscott label, Haddon signed to Verity, now RCA Inspiration and has since released Lost and Found (2002), Crossroads (2004), 7 Days (2006) Revealed (2010), Church on the Moon (2011) and R.E.D. (2013). Haddon has maintained his reputation for pushing the boundaries of Contemporary Gospel. All 6 of his RCA releases have reached the Top Five of the Billboard Top Gospel Albums chart and R.E.D. went in at No. 1. He has released 10 albums and collaborated with Gospel art- ists such as Mary Mary, Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond and Donnie McClurkin. Songs • Love Him Like I Do (feat. & Mary Mary) • Well Done • My Prayer • Sinner’s Prayer • Have Your Way • Mighty God • Power Contemporary Gospel artist • God is Good Deitrick Haddon was born • I’m Alive and raised in Detroit, Michigan, • God Didn’t Give Up where he served as pastor and • Heaven Knows musical director at the Unity • Count Your Blessings Cathedral of Faith. As the son • Prayer Changes Things • Stand Still (feat. Donnie McClurkin) of Bishop Clarence Haddon • My Soul Says Yes (new) and Prophetess Joyce Haddon, • Real God, Cold World (new) he grew up in the church and preached his first sermon at the age of 11. Key points • First ‘Best of’ compilation from Deitrick Haddon • 14 classics plus two new songs

Target Audience • Black fans • Fans of Gospel Soul Marketing Alsoa Av iLable: • Album sampled to Christian Radio • Promotion through social media channels

CODE // 888430890923 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Gospel RIGHTS // UK & Europe R.E.D. Deluxe Church on the Moon Lost and Found Release // October 2014 CD: 88837063920 CD: 8886977133626 CD: 012414319524 £15.99 £12.99 £9.99

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This Side of the Sky

Je’kob The latest album form former Souljahz member Je’kob.

This Side of the Sky creates a theme of seeing design in the natural world, the divine unseen within everyday life. The first single ‘I Believe’ tells the story of a child’s journey from simple wonderment, to acknowledgement and finally to the proclamation that we along with everything around us are a product of intelligent design with a God-given purpose. Je’kob hopes to help people find their faith by bringing them back to simple things and to wonder. He ignores genre boundaries, bringing to mind a wide range of artists from Prince to Justin Timberlake.

Songs • In The Beginning • Supernova (Feat. ) • I Believe • Hands & Feet (Feat. Marc Millan) • Letting Go (Feat. Josh Lane) • Illuminate (Feat. Canon) • Big Bang (Interlude) • Life On Mars Je’kob is a two-time Dove • Mr. Nobody award-winning artist and pro- • This Life This Life ducer. He joined Souljahz who • You Only Live Twice were signed to Warner Bros • This Side Of The Sky when he was just 19 and toured with the likes of Nelly, Garbage, Key points Ja Rule and Ashanti. Later • ‘Love is All’ was at No.12 on the Billboard airplay chart for the group re-emerged as The 26 weeks Washington Projects, with whom he released 2 albums before • Guests appearances by Canon, John Givev and Eshon recording his first solo album Faith Hope Love. Burgundy

Target Audience • Fans of Toby Mac, Kirk Franklin and Musiq Soulchild

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CODE // 859712816221 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Soul, Hip Hop, Rap, Gospel RIGHTS // UK & Europe Faith Hope Love Release // October 2014 859708877380 £12.99

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Anthology

Decyfer Down A selection of chart-topping hits from this bestselling rock act.

With more than 150,000 albums sold and multiple No.1 Christian radio hits, this Grammy-nominated Christian rock band brings its best songs to date together on one album. The 13-song collection features its best tracks including ‘Fight Like This’, ‘Crash’ and ‘Fading’. If you love Decyfer Down or are into Christian rock, then this is a must have for your collection.

Songs • Crash • Fading • Fight Like This • No Longer • Ride With Me • Break Free • Burn Back the Sun • Best I Can • Desperate Decyfer Down was originally • Fight to Win formed in 1999 as Allysonhymn • Life Again (pronounced All-Eyes-on-Him) • The River by guitarist Brandon Mills and • So in Love drummer Josh Oliver. Formerly an acoustic outfit, the group Key points eventually switched to a more • ‘Crash’ and ‘Fading’ have over 1 million hits on YouTube rock-oriented sound. In 2002 guitarist Christopher Clonts joined, cementing their sound. The Target Audience band changed their name to Decyfer Down, then began writing and • Fans of Disciple, Skillet, Pillar & RED touring heavily. In 2008 TJ Harris joined the band on acoustic guitar and lead vocals. The band has shared the stage with acts such as Marketing Pillar, RED, Skillet, Disciple, and . They have released • Album sampled to key media three albums End of Grey (2006) Crash (2009) and Scarecrow (2013). • Promotion through social media channels

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CODE // 696859309434 PRICE // £12.99 FORMAT // CD Style // Rock RIGHTS // UK & Europe

Scarecrow End of Grey & Crash Release // October 2014 736211605993 2 x CD 736211602398 £9.99 £9.99

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