Ingram to 'expand footprint in Christian publishing' through Authentic Media partnership

Ingram Publisher Services UK (IPS UK) will be the distributor of Authentic Media titles from October 1st 2024 in a move Matthew Dickie-Cross, senior manager at IPS UK, says “aligns perfectly with our goal to expand our footprint in Christian publishing”. 

Authentic Media is a publisher of Christian books, Bibles and children’s titles, as well as leadership and academic titles, and is based in Milton Keynes. Recent publications include The Adventure-Driven Life: Reclaiming the awesomeness of God every day by Richard Porter and In Step with God: 101 devotional walks through the Bible by Richard Littledale.

Dickie-Cross said: “We’re delighted to welcome Authentic Media. Ingram has already established a successful relationship with Authentic Media through Lightning Source [the former name of Ingram Content Group], and we’re pleased to further support their growth and success here at IPS UK.

“At IPS UK, our mission is to empower independent publishers like Authentic Media to thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. This partnership is a testament to that. Adding Authentic Media to our network is a significant milestone in a year of unprecedented growth, and we’re confident that together we’ll create exciting opportunities in both businesses in the years to come.”

Donna Harris, general manager at Authentic Media, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to find a new home for distribution at IPS UK. The team’s efficiency, care and dedication during onboarding has been impressive. This collaboration not only provides us with a robust distribution partner, but also sets the stage for substantial expansion. We look forward to reaching new audiences and further advancing our mission together.”