EXTRA: Gold Medal

~ “GOD LIGHT Sunlight Sonlight” – Wins 6th Award ~  

“GOD LIGHT: Sunlight Sonlight” by Robert Lloyd Russell has been named the Gold Medal Winner in the “Religion: Non-Fiction” category of the Readers’ Favorite Book Awards.

Russell’s latest book in the Christian Concepts Series received a perfect “5” score in all judging categories.  In summary, the reviewers stated: 

“This book is very well-written and formatted.  At the end of each chapter, the Sunlight—Sonlight parallels are explained, and there is a Think and Grow section with a few questions to answer.  ‘God Light’ could easily be used as a personal Bible study, or a study for small groups or Sunday school class.  Though there is a lot of information, on account of the way the book is written, it is easy to read and understand. Each chapter is pretty short so that it can be read and discussed in one sitting.  I highly recommend ‘God Light’ to help with any type of Bible study.” 

 

GOD LIGHT identifies fascinating parallels and contrasts between natural and spiritual light.  The author includes practical applications of both natural and spiritual light in his thought-provoking book.

GOD LIGHT has been awarded five previous awards.  Altogether the first three releases in Russell’s “Christian Concepts Series” have received 11 awards. 

More information about this award-winning book can be found at Infinity Publishing, Amazon, other retailers, as well on the author’s web page.  Robert Lloyd Russell lives in Washougal, Washington.

9th Book Award

~ “GOD LIGHT Sunlight Sonlight” – Wins 4th Award ~  

GOD LIGHT: Sunlight Sonlight by Robert Lloyd Russell has been named this year’s winner in the “Religion: Non-Fiction” category of the Beverly Hills Book Awards.

Books are judged for overall excellence by judges from the publishing industry leaders including publishers, editors, writers, and book cover designers.  The awards committee stated, “GOD LIGHT: Sunlight Sonlight truly embodies the excellence that this award was created to celebrate, and we salute Robert Lloyd Russell and his fine work.”

GOD LIGHT identifies fascinating parallels and contrasts between natural and spiritual light.  The author includes practical applications of both natural and spiritual light in his thought-provoking book.

GOD LIGHT has been awarded three other awards this year.  Altogether the first three releases in Russell’s “Christian Concepts Series” have received nine awards. 

More information about this award-winning book can be found on Amazon, other retailers, as well on the author’s web page.  Robert Lloyd Russell lives in Washougal, Washington.

God Light – 3rd Award

~ First Place in “Religion (Eastern/Western)” ~  

NEWS RELEASE  

Christian author Robert Lloyd Russell recently received notification of a third award for his latest book – GOD LIGHT: Sunlight Sonlight.   It is the third book in the “Christian Concepts Series.”  Reader Views book awards chose it as the best 2012 book in Religion. 

Initial judging was done by reviewers from Reader Views.  They are experts in their fields as well as avid readers.  Criteria for judging was content/originality, presentation/design, innovation, social relevance, production quality, enjoyment/impact, plot/story line, and resourcefulness (depending on category.)   Three finalists in each category were determined by a point system.  Final judging was determined by a jury of judges.

GOD LIGHT: Sunlight Sonlight is unique in that it identifies Biblical truth regarding the source of all energy on earth—light from our sun.  Thirty years in development, GOD LIGHT (paperback, 978-0-7414-7553-4; e-book, 0-7414-7554-1) provides a new look at the Son of God.

Scientists have known for decades that sunlight is essential to all life on earth.  In Part One GOD LIGHT shows clear parallels between the attributes of God and the attributes of light.  Part Two provides an overview of the “Light of the World” in Scripture.  Part Three compares the interaction of physical objects with natural light and human beings with spiritual light.  All three parts are full of practical ramifications and applications.

GOD LIGHT is part of the “Christian Concepts Series” (Timeless Truths * Contemporary Perspectives). It is available now from Infinity Publishing, Amazon, and other sources.  Retailers may order GOD LIGHT through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors.  The most recent prior release in this series, ONE PRECIOUS PEARL, won five national and international literary awards.

~ Robert Lloyd Russell, ABUNDANT LIFE NOW

EXTRA: World Book Awards

~ Three “Gold Awards” Across All Book Categories ~

World Book Awards

Announce 2011 Gold Awards

Ann Chamberlin, Dave Ramsey, and Robert Lloyd Russell

receive top honors at the 2011 World Book Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

– (Press Release) – Nov. 28, 2011 –

The World Book Awards Selection Committee has announced the recipients of its prestigious Gold Award for Literary Excellence. Three masterworks have been chosen by a panel of judges to receive top honors in the 2011 competition.

The World Book Awards Selection Committee has chosen “The Woman at the Well” by Ann Chamberlin, “EntreLeadership” by Dave Ramsey, and “One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church” by Robert Lloyd Russell to receive the prestigious Gold Awards.

“The Woman at the Well” is the fictional story of three lives braiding together during the early days of Islam.

“EntreLeadership” presents tips for growing your business through effective leadership of your organization.

“One Precious Pearl” provides an analysis and interpretation of the often misunderstood parable of Jesus Christ concerning the “one pearl of great price.”

Links to purchase these three Gold Award-winning books can be found at www.WorldBookAwards.com

The World Book Awards congratulates its three Gold Award winners and looks forward to the 2012 World Book Awards competition.

The World Book Awards were established in order to celebrate literary excellence in every genre of the printed word. By honoring these talented and unique authors for their efforts, we hope to inspire future generations of authors.

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added note:  “One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church” has received five awards this year. 

“2011 Book-Of-The-Year” (Religion: Eastern/Western) by Reader Views Literary Awards

“2011 Runner-up” (Religion: Christianity) by the International Book Awards

“2011 Winner” (Book: Biblical Studies) by The Word Guild   

“2011 Finalist” (Religion: Christianity) by The USA “Best Books of 2011” Awards

“2011 Gold” (Literary Excellence) by the World Book Awards

EXTRA: Best Books 2011

~ One Precious Pearl Recognized Again! ~

LOS ANGELES – USABookNews.com, the premiere online magazine and review website for mainstream and independent publishing houses, announced the winners and finalists of THE USA “BEST BOOKS 2011” AWARDS on November 1, 2011. Awards were presented for titles published in 2010 and 2011. Jeffrey Keen, President and CEO of USA Book News, said this year’s contest yielded an unprecedented number of entries.

Award highlights included (Full results listing available on USABooknews.com):

• One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church by Robert Lloyd Russell (Infinity Press) was a Finalist in the “Religion: Christianity” category.

One Precious Pearl provides an intriguingly different look at the universal Christian church through an analysis of the parable of the “one pearl of great price” and has been acclaimed by laypeople and theologians. Examples include, “His content is superior throughout. He has drawn on a natural science and Biblical thought without violating either” (Ronald B. Allen, Senior Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary). “I absolutely love the way you have drawn a parallel between the pearl and the Church. This is inspired!” (Elizabeth Hightower, Women’s Ministries Leader, Laurelwood Baptist Church).

One Precious Pearl is Russell’s second book in his “Christian Concepts Series” (Timeless Truths ~ Contemporary Perspectives). Additionally, he edited Jim Elliot: A Christian Martyr Speaks to You, which contains transcribed messages given by this famous Christian martyr before leaving for the mission field.  

One Precious Pearl has now received four significant recognitions this year:

Book-of-the-Year, Religion: Eastern/Western,  Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award (USA)

Runner-up, Religion: Christianity,  International Book Awards

Winner, Book: Biblical Studies, The Word Guild (Canada)

Finalist, Religion: Christianity, The USA “Best Books 2011” Awards

The USA “Best Books 2011” Awards are now in their ninth year, Keen says, “The 2011 results represent a phenomenal mix of books from a wide array of publishers throughout the United States. With a full publicity and marketing campaign promoting the results of the USA ‘Best Books’ Awards, this year’s winners and finalists will gain additional media coverage for the upcoming holiday retail season.”

Winners and finalists traversed the publishing landscape: Simon & Schuster, St. Martin’s Press, Random House, Penguin, Harper Collins, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, McGraw-Hill, John Wiley & Sons, and hundreds of independent houses contributed to this year’s outstanding competition. Keen adds, “Our success begins with the enthusiastic participation of authors and publishers and continues with our distinguished panel of industry judges who bring to the table their extensive editorial, PR, marketing, and design expertise.”

USABookNews.com is an online publication providing coverage for books from mainstream and independent publishers to the world online community. JPX Media Group in Los Angeles, California, is the parent company of USABookNews.com.

A complete list of the winners and finalists of The USA “Best Books 2011” Awards is available online at http://www.USABookNews.com.

For more information about One Precious Pearl click on the tab at the top of this blog or see the author’s website (link at top right of the Abundant Life Now blog). You may order directly from Amazon. 

EXTRA: The Word Guild Book Awards

~ One Precious Pearl Wins! ~

June 16, 2011 –  Canada’s top Christian writing awards were presented at a black-tie Gala Dinner at World Vision Canada Headquarters near Toronto. One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the “The Leslie K. Tarr Award” for career achievement to Dr. J. I. Packer.    

One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church by Robert Lloyd Russell was the WINNER in the “Book: Biblical Studies” category.

The awards are sponsored by The Word Guild, a national association with the mandate of connecting, developing and promoting Canadian writers and editors who are Christian. Formerly known as the God Uses Ink Awards, these writing prizes have been awarded annually since 1988.

During the judging process the judges looked for underlying evidence that the writer's Christian worldview informed and influenced the writing. Entries were judged according to excellence of writing; impact (the inspirational or informational value); fulfillment of stated purpose; suitability to target audience; originality; and freshness of style.

Earlier this year One Precious Pearl received two other recognitions. It was awarded 2011 Book of the Year by Reader Views Literary Awards in their “Religion (Eastern/Western)” category. It was also named the 2011 Runner-up in “Religion: Christianity” of International Book Awards. 

For more information about One Precious Pearl click on the OPP tab at the top of this blog or see the author’s website (link at top right of the Abundant Life Now blog). You may order directly from Amazon. 

EXTRA: The Word Guild Finalists

~ One Precious Pearl Wins Third Award ~

May 30, 2011, MISSISSAGUGA, ON  –  The Word Guild has selected One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church by Robert Lloyd Russell as a FINALIST for the Book of the Year in their “Book: Biblical Studies” category. Category winners will be announced at a black-tie Gala Dinner at World Vision Canada Headquarters near Toronto on June 15.

The Word Guild is the prestigious literary award program for Canadian authors. (Robert Lloyd Russell often remarks that he is a tri-citizen: Canada, his native country; the United States where he lives; and heaven.) 

One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church has received two prior significant recognitions:

BOOK OF THE YEAR – “Religion (Eastern/Western)”

Reader Views; Literary Awards; 1-March-2011

RUNNER-UP – “Religion: Christianity”

International Book Awards; 11-May-2011

Since its release One Precious Pearl has received many excellent reviews. For example, Dianne Taylor of Foreword Clarion Reviews wrote: “5 Stars (out of 5)… That Russell’s explication is exhaustive there can be little doubt… Though Russell’s parsing of the pearl analogy is extensive, the book remains solidly grounded in the land of the laity, making it accessible to virtually anyone who picks it up… A simple but intelligent analysis of an often overlooked parable in the New Testament, One Precious Pearl can be appreciated by a wide range of readers, none of whom will ever look at a pearl quite the same again.”   

For more information about One Precious Pearl click on the OPP tab at the top of this blog or see the author’s website (link at top right of the Abundant Life Now blog). You may order directly from Amazon. 

EXTRA: International Book Awards

~ One Precious Pearl — Second Award ~ 

LOS ANGELES  –  JPX Media Group announced the winners and finalists of THE 2011 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS (IBA) on May 11, 2011.  Over 300 winners and finalists were announced in over 140 categories covering print and audio books.  Jeffrey Keen, President and CEO, said “The 2011 results represent a phenomenal mix of books from a wide array of publishers throughout the world.”  Winners and finalists came from 11 different countries.

“2011 Runner-up” in the “Religion: Christian” category was awarded to One Precious Pearl: God’s Design for His Church by Robert Lloyd Russell (paperback, 978-0-7414-6232-9).  This thought-provoking book provides fascinating parallels between the universal church and a pearl.  Devout Christian scholars and casual Christian readers have found the book enlightening, enriching, practical, and most importantly memorable.  

Earlier this year, Reader Views Literary Awards named One Precious Pearl as their 2011 Book of the Year in their “Religion: Eastern/Western” category.   

Since its release One Precious Pearl has received many excellent reviews.

For example, the prestigious Midwest Book Review awarded 5.0 stars (out of 5.0 possible) to this book. Part of their review stated that One Precious Pearl is, “a thoughtful and highly recommended pick.”  

For more information about One Precious Pearl click on the OPP tab at the top of this blog or see the author’s website (link at top right of the Abundant Life Now blog). You may order directly from Amazon.