Zondervan

Zondervan is a publishing house that is internationally recognized as one of the largest and most influential Christian publishers in the world. Founded in 1931, this company has remained an important voice in the Christian publishing industry for decades. They have published well-known authors in the Christian community such as C.S. Lewis, Joel Osteen, and Ravi Zacharias. Zondervan's publishing mission is to provide Christians with inspiring books that build up their faith and knowledge.

The history of Zondervan is deeply rooted in Christian publishing. The company was founded by Bernie Hanigan, whose father William was a publisher in the Netherlands. When William died in 1927, Bernie attempted to continue his father's legacy by founding Zondervan in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Initially, Zondervan published only theological and religious materials, but began to expand to include fiction, children's books and more.

Throughout the decades, Zondervan's list of authors has included works from some of the most influential and inspirational Christian authors in history. Among the many authors Zondervan publications include C.S. Lewis, Joel Osteen, and Ravi Zacharias. The company's most popular books include the Bible, The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Church by Warren Wiersbe, The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer and The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis.

In addition to publishing books, Zondervan also puts forth a variety of resources and study materials. They have developed Bible software such as Logos, Bible study apps and tablets, audio and video resources, and curriculums for churches and schools. With the help of these tools, Zondervan hopes to further reach the Christian community and inspire believers in their faith.

In recent years, Zondervan has grown to become a publishing powerhouse, with countless books and resources that are popular among both Christians and non-Christians alike. From classics such as the Bible and beloved authors like C.S. Lewis to popular Christian authors like Joel Osteen and Ravi Zacharias, Zondervan continues to remain a high-caliber publishing house with its commitment to providing biblically sound materials and resources.

In 2019, Zondervan merged with HarperCollins, one of the world’s largest publishers. This expanded Zondervan’s mission even further, as HarperCollins’ authors have shared their works with a global audience from across the world. It also gave Zondervan access to the latest technologies and new markets, which allowed the company to continue to grow and reach even more readers.

Today, Zondervan remains a major influence in the Christian book publishing industry. Its commitment to providing believers with inspiring and spiritually uplifting books and resources has resonated with people around the world. As it continues to evolve and reach new audiences, Zondervan’s mission of spreading the gospel to help readers in their journey of faith and learning remains as strong as ever.