Nine publishing imprints.
One Christian mission.
The SPCK Group is the UK's largest independent Christian publisher. Each of our imprints — from SPCK and IVP to Lion, Candle and Form — has its own voice, audience and character, gathered under one shared calling.
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Pick a imprint to discover the books, authors and audience it serves — every title sits within the SPCK Group, but each imprint speaks in its own voice.
SPCK Publishing
Publishing great Christian books around the world
A market-leader in Theology and Christian Spirituality, publishing Tom Wright, John Mark Comer, Rowan Williams, Paula Gooder and Alister McGrath — alongside History, Self-Help and Leadership titles from Terry Waite, Melvyn Bragg, Janina Ramirez and Katie Piper.
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Lion Books
Illustrated books that stimulate the mind and nourish the soul
Written for readers of any religious background, Lion Books includes the multi-million-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible alongside colour-illustrated works on science, history, prayer and spirituality.
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Lion Cub Books
Introducing the Christian faith to children
Engaging children's books for ages 0–12, formerly Lion Children's Books. Bible retellings, activities, prayers and gifts — including The Lion Children's Bible and The Lion Storyteller Bible.
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Candle Books
Resourcing families and children's church groups
Bright, bold, colourful Christian children's books at great value. From bath books for babies to reference books for students — Candle Bible for Toddlers, 99 Prayers for Children, Cheeky Pandas and more.
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Starshine Books
Nurturing faith in kids
Formerly SPCK Children's. Innovative picture books that ignite conversations and grow kids' faith — Bob Hartman's The Rhyming Bible, God's Love in a Nutshell, The Big Bible Storybook.
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Form
Cultivating spiritual rhythms for everyday life
Books and resources to help you nourish your relationship with Jesus — prayer, meditation, spiritual formation. Authors include Pete Portal, Amy Boucher Pie, Brian Heasley, Joshua Luke Smith and John Mark Comer.
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Marylebone House
Fiction that invites readers into a deeper story
Contemporary and historical fiction, short stories and crime mysteries with a spiritual dimension. Includes Redeeming Love, The Little White Horse and the Lindchester Chronicles.
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IVP
True to the Bible, engaged with the world
The leading evangelical publishing imprint in the UK. Acclaimed authors including John Stott, Catherine Campbell, Andy Bannister, Phil Knox and David Gibson — plus classic series like The Bible Speaks Today and Tyndale Commentaries.
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Apollos
Evangelically rooted, critically engaged
Renowned in biblical studies and theology. Landmark series include New Studies in Biblical Theology (NSBT) and the Apollos Old Testament Commentary (AOTC).
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Past & upcoming events
FestivalSPCK Authors at St Andrews Literature Festival
Hear our authors live in conversation across two weeks of literary events.
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ServiceThe Book Trade Carol Service
St Alban the Martyr Church, Holborn. Hosted by the SPCK Group in aid of Book Trade Charity.
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LaunchBook Launch: Beloved is Where We Begin & A Year to Slow Down
Two new releases on contemplation, prayer and the rhythms of a slower life.
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Our Royal Patron in Congress
King Charles III on faith, friendship and a 300-year story of Christian books carrying hope across the Atlantic.
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The Story Behind You: A Special Gift
A warm, uplifting picture book by Deborah Lock about identity, faith, and the light each child brings.
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John Lennox Tells His Story At Last
My Story is a powerful autobiography exploring faith, science and a lifetime of defending the Christian faith.
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