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Joey Paul named FaithWords' executive editor Print Email
Wednesday, 05 November 2008 07:00 PM America/New_York

Hachette Book Group USA (HBG USA) has named Joey Paul as executive editor of the FaithWords imprint, effective Nov. 3.

Paul has more than 37 years of experience in book publishing, most recently serving as vice president of editorial and acquisitions for the Spiritual Growth and Practical Living division of Thomas Nelson, HBG USA officials said.

"He brings key relationships, a strong history of best-sellers and great instincts to our program," said HBG USA Senior Vice President and Publisher Rolf Zettersten.

Paul—who also served for five years as publisher for Integrity Publishers and seven years as editor-in-chief for Word Publishers—has worked with numerous well-known authors, including Billy Graham, Max Lucado, Beth Moore, Charles Swindoll, Pat Robertson, Gary Smalley, Ted Dekker and Frank Peretti.