Revell signs Robin Jones Gunn

Revell signs Robin Jones Gunn Ada, Mich. (July 7, 2022)—Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group, is pleased to announce that they have signed a multibook contract with award-winning and bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn. Revell will initially publish three books in the tentatively titled Suitcase Sisters series. The first novel is scheduled to release in Fall 2023, followed by two more books in 2024. The Suitcase Sisters series will feature best friends in midlife who experience adventures in international…

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Revell appoints new Senior Acquisitions Editor

Revell appoints new Senior Acquisitions Editor Ada, Mich. (December 10, 2018)—Baker Publishing Group is pleased to welcome Rachel McRae to the Baker Publishing family as senior acquisitions editor for Revell Books. Rachel comes to us from LifeWay Christian Stores, her career home for the past eighteen years. Most recently, she served as category director of books, kids, reference, and academic business areas for 170 retail stores. Her industry experience and knowledge base are outpaced only by her passion for serving Christian…

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William R. Barbour, Jr., former Revell publisher and ECPA board president, dies

William R. Barbour, Jr., former Revell publisher and ECPA board president, dies William R. Barbour, Jr., beloved family man and friend, passed away on Tuesday, September 12th at the age of 95.  He was born in NYC, the son of Mary Alice and William R. Barbour, Sr. on March 2, 1922 and was raised in the Bronx.  After graduating from the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, Bill attended Michigan State University  Shortly after World War II broke out, he joined the…

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