Peruse The Baker Book House Story Developed By Ann Byle Format Physical Edition

those who appreciate localized history, Ann had added quality information to the stories of American evangelical Christianity and Christian publishing.
This brief synopsis of Baker Book House includes wonderful vignettes of those who own the publishing company and retailer, those who have worked there, and those whose lives were positively affected by it.


The book is not a long one and a quick read, It was written for theth anniversary of the company begun by Herman Baker, and for my pleasure, it could have had more stories and more details.
There are occasional overlaps with other events and people that made me wish they would have been fleshed out and developed further.
For example, how did a Reformed used book company become a favorite of a Oneness Pentecostal minister, and how did he become one of their favorites that he had his own key

On a personal note, I confess disappointment to the only mention of Riverside Book amp Bible House and World Bible Publishers was the anonymous identification of "a distributor.
" In the context, the information is inaccurate, and in contrast to Spring Arbor being mentioned by name, it seemed almost a slight.
Earle Fitz, founder of Riverside, was every much a contemporary of Herman Baker, and his influence on the industry was equally as profound as Jim Carlson's, the founder of Spring Arbor.
Reasons for the lack of particular mention can only be speculated, and as I said, the disappointment is

personal because of my own eleven years with RiversideWorld.


Aside from that, however, the book is a worthwhile addition to the reading list of any interested in the publishing industry in general, the Christian publishing industry, or evangelical American Christianity.
This booklet is a delight! A family with goals, faith and a commitment to make the American Dream their dream.
The story makes one proud to live in a country which offers such dreams, The booklet is definitely worth the time, Truly inspirational. Ever wonder about the beginnings of a major Christian book publishing house What drives their decisions about the books that they publish

You can learn some of those motivations and the history of Baker Book House through reading this excellent book from Ann Byle.
The mission of this family owned business is captured in their mission statement: "Our mission is to publish highquality writings that represent historic Christianity and serve the diverse interests and concerns of evangelical readers.
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Readers will complete this title with a new awareness of the business and ministry of book publishing that has affected millions of people.
I loved the vulnerability and honesty that current president Dwight Baker writes in the final paragraph of the book saying, "The scope of our publishing and retailing services will continue to expand as long as we don't grow too comfortable in our own space.
We do our best when we are in over our heads, and we eventually forget about how panicked we felt at the time.
That's one of the amazing aspects about book publishing, Yes, it is conservative by nature and rich with tradition, but every morning on the job I still feel like a freshman.
There is still so much to learn about serving the church through publishing, and that is its enduring joy.
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Authors and others in the publishing community will gain a new sense of vision and encouragement reading THE BAKER BOOK HOUSE STORY.
I highly recommend it. The story of Baker book house from its humble beginnings to the present time, It is an interesting. and inspiring read. In, ayearold Dutch immigrant opened a used book store in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Herman Baker filled his store withbooks he had collected over the years, displaying them on homemade shelves.
Seventyfive years later, his company has grown into one of the most influential Christian publishers in the world.


Yet The Baker Book House Story is more than the story of one man's dream become reality.
In its fullcolor pages is found the story of an independent, familyowned company dedicated to fulfilling its mission through many twists and turns overyears.
This booklet provides a short history of Baker Book House Company and a delightful glimpse inside the Christian book business.
It is a helpful look back and a hopeful look forward for a company whose best days are still ahead.
Includes more than fifty photos, .