GRAND RAPIDS , Mich., March 28, 2007 – The most ambitious and bestselling presentation of the Bible ever produced, Inspired By… The Bible Experience (New Testament), has been named one of four finalists for Audio Book of the Year, the most prestigious award for excellence in audio books, by the Audio Publishers Association (APA).

The nomination recognizes audio books that have made the greatest impact on the audio publishing industry. To date, the New Testament edition of Inspired By… The Bible Experience has sold more than 250,000 units in five months to become Zondervan’s fastest-selling new Bible, outselling perennial bestsellers. The winner will be announced during The Audies^® awards ceremony on June 1, 2007, in New York City.

Finalists in 31 categories are considered each year for Audies Awards and are chosen based on content, production quality, packaging and narration. More than 800 entries were submitted for consideration in 2007. Inspired By… The Bible Experience has also been nominated for three additional Audies awards, including Achievement in Production, Inspirational/Spiritual and Package Design.

The Audies judges shared the following comments regarding The Bible Experience: “ The Bible Experience is a tribute to innovative marketing. Packed with an impressive cast of over 200 prominent African Americans, Zondervan didn’t stop at letting the talent attract listeners. They conducted a church-driven awareness program, utilized MySpace as a promotional vehicle, and received a wealth of positive press for this superb production.”

“The impact of Inspired By… The Bible Experience can be felt in the testimonials we hear every day. It has become a crossover product that has brought the New Testament to life like never before for hundreds of thousands of people,” said Paul Caminiti, vice president and publisher of Bibles for Zondervan. “We are thrilled with the reception of this product and are honored to be nominated for this important award.”

Inspired By… The Bible Experience features the voice talent of more than 200 African-American actors, musicians and religious leaders. Notable personalities include Blair Underwood, Angela Bassett, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Samuel L. Jackson. In addition to dramatic performances of the entire New Testament text by leading artists and celebrities, the product also features Hollywood-style sound design and effects and an original musical underscore featuring performances by the Prague Symphony Orchestra.

“We are extremely honored to be nominated for a project that so many people have poured their hearts and souls into,” said Ron Belk, executive producer, Inspired By Media Group. “The cast of The Bible Experience is truly deserving of this honor as they generously gave of their time and talent to produce a first-of-its-kind audio Bible.”

Inspired By… The Bible Experience is now available in stores nationwide. It currently contains the New Testament, with the Old Testament and a complete Bible edition featuring an expanded cast scheduled for release in fall 2007.

Inspired By… The Bible Experience is available in CD and MP3 formats as well as audio download. A behind-the-scenes “making of” video, audio samples, news and reviews can be found at www.zondervan.com/BibleExperience.

Branded by its signature banner Inspired By…, Inspired By Media Group, Inc., is committed to serving the faith-based and general markets by creating family-oriented products that are culturally relevant in scope. With more than a combined 40 years in the convergent areas of music, television, film, theater, literature, new media and technology, the company is an industry leader in delivering contemporary multimedia products. Visit Inspired By Media Group on the Web at www.inspiredby.com.