Zondervan signs “Chewbacca Mom” Candace Payne for multi-book deal Viral star opens up about journey through poverty, shame and depression; shares her secrets to maintaining joy and embracing freedom in the midst of life’s challenges GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., January 17, 2017— Zondervan announced today the signing of a multi-book deal with Candace Payne, who is frequently referred to as “Chewbacca Mom.” The first book will release November 7, 2017 with a national media and multi-city book signing tour.  Payne shared the news…