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SPRING 2026

Dear Publishing Partner, This Spring we are delighted to share our new Spring General Rights Guide with you.

Vanessa Norman Joint Head of Co-editions Email: vnorman@spck.org.uk

We hope to meet in person at one of the bookfairs, or on Teams where that it not possible. Do let us know if you wish to receive a physical copy of a book or a pdf.

Bettina Heynes Joint Head of Co-editions Email: bheynes@spck.org.uk

Kind regards, Vanessa Norman, Bettina Heynes (joint Head of Co-editions) and Sylwia Carey (Head of Licensing)

Jo Woods Co-editions Manager Email: jwoods@spck.org.uk

Sylwia Carey Head of Licensing Email: scarey@spck.org.uk

Kate Muldowney Licensing Manager Email: kmuldowney@spck.org.uk

The Rights Department would be delighted to discuss Rights and Co-edition opportunities with you.

Please contact The Rights Team, rights@spck.org.uk or one of the team opposite.

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This catalogue provides listings for titles published by SPCK Group. All products are available while stocks last. Every effort has been made to ensure that the details in this list are correct, but all information may be subject to alteration without notice. Prices are net unless otherwise stated.

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The Lion Handbook to the Bible 6th Edition Pat Alexander Revised and expanded edition of the three-million-copy bestselling book about the Bible: what it is, who wrote it, and how to read, understand and enjoy it.

"The best book to have next to your Bible - now better than ever."

With over three million copies sold and translations into more than 30 languages, the Lion Handbook to the Bible has earned an unrivalled reputation as the most readable, reliable, and richly illustrated companion to Scripture.

Continuously in print since 1973, it remains the essential guide for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of the Bible's message, history, and relevance today.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 16TH 2025 Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from the best-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible

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ISBN 9781739417819 | Price £24.99, Flexibound | 234 x 189 mm | 800 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781739417819 | Price £24.99, Flexibound | 234 x 189 mm | 800 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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The Lion Bible Encyclopedia Second Edition Mike Beaumont Second edition of this comprehensive, spread-byspread introduction to the Bible and its world, with more than a hundred new illustrations.

Featuring more than 100 new photos, the second edition of this popular spread-by-spread survey of the Bible has more than 300 photos, maps, charts, feature boxes, diagrams, timelines and other illustrations, bringing together key information on all aspects of the Bible and its world in one handy volume.

RELEASE DATE APRIL 15TH 2027 Mike Beaumont has over 50 years’ experience as a pastor, lecturer, author and broadcaster. He is published in 25 languages and his works include Christian Basics Bible and Everyday Devotional Bible for Men

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ISBN 9781917596008 | Price £24.99, Hardback | 260 x 215 mm | 224 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781917596008 | Price £24.99, Hardback | 260 x 215 mm | 224 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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The Wisdom of Jesus Meditations on the Gospels in words and paintings Tom Wright Inspirational reflections on Jesus’ teachings by a beloved Christian author, with beautiful paintings from around the world.

Of all the great spiritual teachers, none has had a greater impact than Jesus. This book presents Tom Wright’s sparkling reflections on some of Jesus’ most profound sayings, with paintings by some of the world's great artists.

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 17TH 2026 Tom Wright is Research Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Early Christianity at the University of St Andrews and Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. He is the author of more than 80 influential books, most recently God’s Homecoming (2026).

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ISBN 9781739417871 | Price £14.99, HARDBACK | 210 x 148 mm | 128 Pages Rights | World Excl. USA/Canada SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781739417871 | Price £14.99, HARDBACK | 210 x 148 mm | 128 Pages SCAN OR CLICK

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The Story of Christian Art From the dawn of time to the present Patrick van der Vorst With stunning images on nearly every page, this absorbing history traces the influence of Christian ideas and symbols on Western art down the ages.

From the first faint brushstrokes in the catacombs to the vibrant studios of Renaissance Europe and beyond, this book guides you through the spiritual, artistic and historical worlds that shaped the masterpieces of Western art.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 15TH 2026 Formerly Director of Sotheby's Europe, Father Patrick van der Vorst serves as the Precentor of Westminster Cathedral, London. In 2019 he founded www.christian.art, whose regular visitors now number almost 100,000.

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ISBN 9781739417895 | Price £49.99, HARDBACK | 246 x 189 mm | 528 Pages Rights | World Excl. USA/Canada SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781739417895 | Price £49.99, HARDBACK | 246 x 189 mm | 528 Pages SCAN OR CLICK

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The Art of Scripture Featuring the Words of the King James Bible and 100 Paintings from the National Gallery Collection The National Gallery A beautifully presented anthology of famous scenes and timeless wisdom from the King James Bible, featuring 100 masterpieces from the National Gallery, London.

From the majesty of Genesis to the mystery of Revelation, the Bible contains some of the world's most powerful stories and sublime wisdom.

It is also the inspiration for some of the greatest pictures ever painted.

Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, Moses and the exodus from Egypt, Samson betrayed by Delilah, David slaying Goliath, the beauty of Bathsheba, the wisdom of Solomon: these are among the dramatic scenes and memorable characters in the Old Testament, portrayed here by artists such as Poussin, Rembrandt and Rubens.

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 18TH 2025 The National Gallery in London has been bringing people and paintings together for more than two hundred years. It rightfully holds an unrivalled position as a gallery for all the people, while the King James Bible has for more than four hundred years held its place as a sacred text.

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ISBN 9781739417857 | Price £19.99, Hardcover | 246 x 189 mm | 304 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781739417857 | Price £19.99, Hardcover | 246 x 189 mm | 304 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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The Art of Mary A painting a day for Lent and Easter Sister Wendy Beckett Listen again to the voice of Sister Wendy as she explores the spiritual riches in some of the world’s greatest paintings of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Sister Wendy traces Mary’s story in 40 exquisite paintings – from the moment of the Annunciation through to the earliest days of the Church, when the disciples of Jesus were gathered in Jerusalem after his Ascension.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 15TH 2026 Sister Wendy (1930-2018) became world famous in the 1990s for her series of BBC documentaries on the history of painting. She was the author of over 30 books, including Sister Wendy’s100 Best-loved Paintings (2019).

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ISBN 9780281091881 | Price £12.99, PAPERBACK | 158 x 138 mm | 120 Pages Rights | World Excl. USA/Canada SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9780281091881 | Price £11.99, PAPERBACK | 158 x 138 mm | 120 Pages SCAN OR CLICK

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The Art of Christmas Meditations on the birth of Jesus Jane Williams The Art of Christmas offers fresh, illuminating meditations on how the birth of Jesus is depicted in some of the world’s greatest pieces of Christian art – the perfect Advent book for 2021.

A star, a stable, angels, shepherds, kings, and at the heart of it all a mother and her baby. In The Art of Christmas Jane Williams’ meditations on the birth of Jesus take you deep into the story of the original Christmas as depicted in some of the world's greatest paintings.

These profoundly perceptive reflections on the different ways in which artists have imagined the Nativity will deepen and refresh your appreciation of the real meaning of Christmas, and the message of love, joy and peace that it speaks to all the world.

RELEASE DATE 16TH SEPTEMBER 2021 Jane Williams is the McDonald Professor in Christian Theology at St Mellitus College, London, and a visiting Lecturer at King's College London. Her recent books include Giver of Life (2025), The Art of Christmas (2021) and The Art of Advent (2018).

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ISBN 9780281086474 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 158 x 138 mm | 128 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9780281086474 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 158 x 138 mm | 128 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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Lion Atlas of Bible History Second Edition Paul Lawrence The Lion Atlas of Bible History explains the many fascinating ways in which history and archaeology confirm and complement the biblical narrative, adding depth and colour to our understanding of key people and events.

The Lion Atlas of Bible History spans the entire 3,000 years of biblical history, explaining the many fascinating ways in which history and archaeology confirm and complement the biblical narrative, and adding depth and colour to our understanding of key people and events.

Taking a narrative approach, The Lion Atlas of Bible History traces the unfolding of the major events in the Old and New Testaments, from Abraham's wanderings in Canaan and Egypt through to Paul's missions and founding of new churches.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 17TH 2024 Paul Lawrence studied Akkadian, Hebrew and Near Eastern archaeology at the University of Liverpool (19781982) and holds a PhD for his work on Assyrian generals and their relationship to the king (1982-1985).

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ISBN 9781739417802 | Price £39.99, Hardcover | 300 x 232 mm | 192 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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ISBN 9781739417802 | Price £39.99, Hardcover | 300 x 232 mm | 192 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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Meeting God in John A Companion for Lent, Holy Week, Easter and Beyond David F. Ford Perfect reading for the season of Lent, and a brilliant spiritual resource for any other time of the year, this introduction to John's Gospel is full of inspiration and encouragement for today.

Whether you are completely new to John's Gospel or have read it many times before, Meeting God in John will help you see the Fourth Gospel with fresh eyes and gain a deeper understanding of its essential meaning and purpose.

David Ford, one of the world's most widely respected theologians and author of Theology: A Very Short Introduction and The Gospel of John: A Theological Commentary, offers an accessible and absorbing introduction to the main message of John's Gospel, packed with compelling observations into the personality and impact of Jesus.

RELEASE DATE NOVEMBER 25TH 2025 David F. Ford is Regius Professor of Divinity Emeritus at the University of Cambridge, England, and a Fellow of Selwyn College. His recent publication include The Future of Theology, Theology – A Very Short Introduction, The Drama of Living and The Gospel of John.

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ISBN 9780281089635 | Price £11.99, Paperback | 198 x 129 mm | 208 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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Middling What Jesus Said About Perspective, Being Between Things and Not Yet Knowing stuff Emma Ineson In a world that is becoming increasingly polarised, Emma Ineson's characteristic wit, wisdom and compassion help us reclaim the middle ground as a creative and courageous place to stand.

St Augustine, Shakespeare and Jesus himself are among the many who have extolled the virtues of moderation. Daring to live with integrity in the middle can be where our story really begins.

The middle is where most of us find ourselves a lot of the time.

However, if we feel somewhat apologetic about that, Middling is likely to galvanise our thinking. It reveals the gift of being able to see both sides of a conflict, of holding a nuanced view, of embodying compassion over certainty.

RELEASE DATE JULY 21ST 2026 Emma Ineson is Bishop of Kensington. She was formerly Bishop to the Archbishops, Bishop of Penrith and Principal of Trinity College, Bristol. She is the author of the bestselling Failure: What Jesus Said About Sin, Mistakes and Messing Stuff Up, and Ambition (SPCK 2019).

ISBN 9780281091355 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 198 x 129 mm | 224 Pages Rights |

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Held in God's Gaze Keeping Company with the Saints JIll Duff and NIcholas Heale Introduces a treasure trove of saints to fire faith in readers, so they may themselves become giants of faith who work and pray for the transformation of society.

In a culture where hearts are warmed by stories and personalities, rather than theories and propositions, this book is an invitation to share the authors' experience of becoming friends in faith with the saints and mystics.

RELEASE DATE MARCH 19TH 2026 Jill Duff is a sought-after speaker, passionate about communicating the good news of Jesus.

Fr Nicholas Heale is Priest-in-Charge at St Michael & All Angels Worship Centre in Blackburn, Lancashire.

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ISBN 9780281091201 | Price ££14.99, Paperback | 216 x 138 mm | 224 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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The Vision of Ephesians The Task of the Church and the Glory of God Tom Wright Tom Wright's original and exciting interpretation of Ephesians offers a breath-taking vision of God's purposes for the cosmos, and explores the vital challenges Paul offers his readers - then and now.

In The Vision of Ephesians Tom Wright takes you on an exciting journey through one of the most profound texts in the New Testament.

In just a few powerful pages, Ephesians presents a sweeping panorama of the Christian gospel, tracing God's redemptive plan from the creation of the world to the time when God will be 'all in all'. At its core, the book highlights the transformative work of Jesus the Messiah and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 16TH 2025 Tom Wright is Research Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Early Christianity at the University of St Andrews and Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. He is the author of more than 80 influential books, most recently God’s Homecoming (2026).

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ISBN 9780281090655 | Price £13.99, Paperback | 216 x 138 mm | 176 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

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Choose Life 365 Readings for Radical Disciplesh Simon Guillebaud A 365-day devotional to inspire you to live more radically for Christ.

This unique set of daily readings from bestselling author Simon Guillebaud encourages the reader to live the Christian life without compromise and without restraint; to live on full throttle and with utter abandonment to Christ.

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 17TH 2026 Simon Guillebaud is a missionary who has spent many years in Burundi. He is much in demand as a speaker and has a significant worldwide following through his dramatic blogs. He is also author of More than Conquerors and Dangerously Alive.

ISBN 9781789746303 | Price £19.99, Hardback | 234 x 156 mm | 384 Pages Rights | World

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Spiritual Health In Pursuit of Resilient Wellbeing Rachel Bedford How do we get and stay well? Come and see the surprising truth that spiritual health can nurture resilient wellbeing.

How do we get, and stay, well? Rachel Bedford invites us to consider the state of our souls - not in terms of our eternal destination, necessarily, but in terms of how we are living and loving well now.

Spiritual Health is an invitation to steadfastness, a how-to-guide to enjoying gifts that we can receieve in spiritual wellness, and a roadmap for the pursuit of resilient wellbeing. In a time of permacrisis, you are invited to come and experience something at once fresh and ancient, an anchor in a storm.

RELEASE DATE APRIL 16TH 2026 Rachel Bedford is Vicar of Greyfriars, Reading. Prior to ordination in 2016, Rachel was a secondary teacher and led the History and Politics department at a large West London comprehensive school. She is married to Mark and they have 2 primary-aged boys.

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ISBN 9781789745900 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 216 x 135 mm | 208 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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Blessed are the Neurodivergent Embracing Neurodiversity as a reflection of God’s creativity within the church Sophie Killingley A compassionate, theologically grounded call for the church to see, honour and include neurodivergent people as vital members of the body of Christ.

Drawing on her experience as a mum of two autistic teens, a pastor's wife, and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman herself, the author weaves together theology, story and practical wisdom. You'll meet composite case studies like Sam and Dan, whose "behaviour" is so often misread, and hear directly from neurodivergent adults and parents who responded to the author's survey.

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 17TH 2026 Sophie Killingley is a freelance artist specialising in textbased art and cartooning. She is author of Draw Near (The Good Book Company).

ISBN 9781789746075 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 216 x 138 mm | 192 Pages Rights | World

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Fruitfulness on the Frontline Making A Difference Where You Are Mark Greene A fully revised new edition of Mark Greene's classic book on serving God wherever he has placed you.

What does fruitfulness look like in our everyday lives? How can we serve God in the many hours of our waking time?

In this horizon-expanding, spirit-lifting book, Mark Greene serves up a liberating view of how God can and does work through us in our daily lives. Whether you are a student or retired, at the gym or at work, at the school gate or in the supermarket, here is a fresh framework for being a fruitful follower of Jesus on your frontline.

We don't need a high position, a university degree, or lots of money to have a significant impact for the Lord. What if, for now at least, the people God wants us to love and serve are the people around us?

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 18TH 2025 Mark Greene is Mission Champion at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity (LICC) in the UK, having been the Executive Director there for over 20 years.

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ISBN 9781789745634 | Price £11.99, Paperback | 216 x 138 mm | 208 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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The Amazing Depth of the Simplest Truth The Gospel and Gospel Theology Tim Patrick The Gospel hasn't changed - our complex world demands careful, winsome clarity.

We live in interesting times. The Gospel hasn't changed, but the recent explosion of new presentations and differing emphases means that the Church needs to return to the teachings of Jesus, considered in the light of the whole counsel of God. Tim Patrick presents a clear articulation of the gospel message, drawn from the pages of the Bible, consistent with the major topics of Christian theology.

RELEASE DATE SEPTEMBER 18TH 2025 Tim Patrick PhD, Macquarie University) is principal of the Bible College of South Australia, an affiliated college of the Australian College of Theology, where he lecturers in theology and practical ministry.

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ISBN 9781789745856 | Price £19.99, Hardback | 234 x 156 mm | 256 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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The Integrity Fix The simple yet surprising path to spiritual and societal renewal Jago Wynne Things feel broken. What if we could feel whole again?

The world seems broken. So many situations flow from broken leadership and broken values in recent years. Again and again, people across all countries, political persuasions and sectors of society are letting us down. Yet, before we become all too finger-happy in apportioning the blame, let's also be honest. It's not just the leaders 'out there' that are the problem and to whom we can point.

All too often we need to focus on ourselves - we suffer from similar failings in not measuring up to the values we aspire to, and we don't seem to have any clue as to where we should turn to fix the problem. In this timely and inspiring book, Jago Wynne shows us the simple yet surprising path to renewal: integrity. Drawing on the example of William Wilberforce and the Clapham Sect, infused with biblical wisdom, and honest about reality, this is a book of hope for such a time as this.

RELEASE DATE MAY 2026 Jago Wynne is Rector of Holy Trinity Clapham. The author of several books including Working Without Wilting and 100% Christianity, he is married to Susannah and they have four children

ISBN 9781789746259 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 216 x 138 mm | 188 Pages Rights | World

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Powerhouse Equipped to minister in the power of the Holy Spirit Nick and Ali Herbert Nick and Ali Herbert encourage us to seek the ministry of the Holy Spirit in our churches.

Promised by Jesus and sent to the Apostles in the New Testament, the Holy Spirit has continued to faithfully enable the disciple-making mission of the Church through the ages. But what does it look like for the Spirit of God to move in power in your community today? To answer this complex and exciting question, Nick and Ali Herbert delve into the Bible as well as the rich history of the Holy Spirit's work, examining revivals and moves of the Spirit that have shaped the course of Christianity.

Using their own experience of Spirit-led ministry, they explore the practical aspects and potential pitfalls of prayer ministry in church.

Including issues such as: · hearing God's voice · embracing the gifts of the Spirit · discerning hype from genuine encounter · praying for healing and pastoring through crises · overcoming spiritual obstacles · allowing the fruits of the Spirit to grow in our hearts.

RELEASE DATE FEBRUARY 19TH 2026 Nick Herbert is a multi-award winning songwriter signed to Capitol Music as well as a song developer for Gas Street Music in the UK. Ali Herbert is Associate Pastor at Gas Street Church in Birmingham, UK and is ordained as a member of clergy in the Anglican church.

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ISBN 9781789745290 | Price £12.99, Paperback | 198 x 129 mm | 192 Pages Rights | World SCAN OR CLICK

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Psalms David G Firth A major commentary on the Psalter from David G. Firth - translating and interpreting the Five Books of the Psalms - new in the AOTC series.

The Bible is both a divine and a human book. It is the inspired word of God for his people, whether in biblical times or for the church today. It is also a fully human book, written by different people in a variety of cultural settings. Knowledge of biblical language and society is essential if the meaning of the human writer is to be grasped fully.

The Apollos Old Testament Commentary aims to take with equal seriousness the divine and human aspects of Scripture. It expounds the books of the Old Testament in a scholarly manner accessible to nonexperts and shows the relevance of the Old Testament to modern readers.

This commentary begins with an introduction, which gives an overview of the issues of date, authorship, sources and so on, but which also outlines more fully than usual the theology of the Psalms and provides pointers toward its interpretation and contemporary application.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 23RD 2025 David G. Firth is Tutor in Old Testament and Undergraduate Academic Lead at Trinity College Bristol and a Research Associate of the University of the Free State.

ISBN 9781789744859 | Price £49.99, Hardback | 234 x 156 mm | 896 Pages Rights |

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Maturity in Christ David Peterson Discover the New Testament’s vision of maturity in Christ—grounded in the cross, empowered by the Spirit, and shaped in community.

Maturity in Christ explores how the New Testament envisions Christian maturity as both God’s gift and our calling, rooted in the inaugurated eschatology of the gospel. Moving through key passages in 1 Corinthians, Colossians, Ephesians, Philippians, Hebrews, James and 1 John, David Peterson traces how themes of wisdom, the cross, the Spirit, assurance, suffering and glory all converge on God’s goal of bringing his people to perfection in Christ.

Far more than a word study, this book shows how maturity shapes the structure and argument of these writings and what this means for Christian life and ministry today. With a particular focus on the corporate dimensions of growth, it equips pastors, teachers and church leaders to pursue and promote maturity in a biblically integrated, pastorally sensitive way. An appendix of reflection and discussion questions for each chapter make it ideal for ministry teams and serious Bible study groups.

RELEASE DATE NOVEMBER 11TH 2026 David G. Peterson is a retired New Testament Scholar and the author of numerous books including Possessed

by God (NSBT), Acts (PNTC), Hebrews (TNTC).

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Christ Will Give You Rest A Biblical Theology of the Sabbath Beau M. Landers A progressive covenantal biblical-theological exploration of the Sabbath.

The Old Testament states that Yahweh gave Israel the Sabbath as a sign of the MOsaic covenant to test Israel's loyalty and to remind Israel that God is the one who sanctifies them. Yet Christian interpretation of this, for the New Testament believer, ranges from apathy to judgemental zeal in an attempt to asnwer the question 'Is the Sabbath still required for Christians?'.

To fully engage this question, Beau M. Landers engages with the whole narrative of Scripture. The crux of the issue, and the key aspect of this study's contribution, lies in the exploration of how Jesus fulfils this Old Testament law (Matt 5:17). By tracing the biblical-theological theme of Sabbath throughout the biblical canon, and it's climax in Christ, we are invited to consider the implicatinos for the church today.

RELEASE DATE MAY 21ST 2026 Beau M. Landers serves as Director of Distance Learning and the Equip Network at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a member of Faith Baptist Church in Youngsville, North Carolina, holds four theological degrees, and has served as a teaching pastor for nearly a decade.

ISBN 9781789754186 | Price £29.99, Hardback | 216 x 138 mm | 352 Pages Rights |

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You Shall Be Clean A Biblical Theology of Defilement and Cleansing G. Geoffrey Harper A canonical study of what it means to say that something or someone is 'clean' or 'unclean', in a comprehensive entry in the New Studies in Biblical Theology series.

What do 'clean' and 'unclean' really mean in the Bible? Biblical purity categories are often misconstrued either in hygienic terms or as a straightforward synonym for sin.

Geoffrey Harper's stimulating study adopts a canonical approach to explore the causes, objects, implications and remedies for ritual and moral uncleanness throughout the Scriptures in order to construct a biblical theology of cleansing and defilement.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 16TH 2025 G. Geoffrey Harper is lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew at Sydney Missionary and Bible College, Australia.

Author of 'I Will Walk Among You' (Eisenbrauns), co-editor of Finding Lost Words (Wipf & Stock).

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ISBN 9781789742725 | Price £14.99, Hardback | 216 x 138 mm | 304 Pages Rights | World excl. USA SCAN OR CLICK

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Whispers of Revolution Jesus and the Coming of God as King Michael F. Bird A fresh look at the historical Jesus In Whispers of Revolution, renowned biblical scholar Michael Bird forges a path through the tangle of conspiracy theories, older hypotheses, and scholarly debates to propose a compelling idea: The historical Jesus was driven by the conviction that through his words and work, his mission and message, God was unveiling his kingship in a way that would rescue Israel and eventually restore the whole world.

This careful and concise scholarly work covers a wide range of topics related to the historical Jesus and his context. Bird studies Jesus in light of archaeology, Judean history, and apocalypticism. He scrutinises sayings of Jesus and stories about Jesus, challenging many scholarly paradigms to offer a portrait of Jesus that avoids both sensationalism and pious simplification.

RELEASE DATE OCTOBER 23RD 2025 Michael F. Bird is Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology at Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia. He is the author of numerous scholarly and popular books on the New Testament and theology, including The Gospel of the Lord, Paul and the Gospels and Jesus is the Christ.

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ISBN 9781783599523 | Price £29.99, Hardback | 234 x 156 mm | 384 Pages Rights | SCAN OR CLICK

EXPERIENCE ART through the CHRISTIAN LENS

9780281085255 | £12.99 | 96 Pages

9780281091881 | £12.99 | 120 Pages

9780281078554 | £12.99 | 112 Pages

See Easter through art, and art through Easter. These reflections from the late, beloved Sister Wendy Beckett opens up the images of Easter and their meaning.

Brimming with Sister Wendy’s inimitable wisdom and enthusiasm, this little book explores the spiritual riches to be found in some of the world’s greatest paintings of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

A mixture of classic paintings and meaningful reflections, this Lent book is a rich resource for anyone with a visual imagination

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