Announcing the Kenneth N. Taylor Legacy Award for Book Cover of the Year
We are pleased to introduce the Kenneth N. Taylor Legacy Award for Book Cover of the Year, honouring the profound legacy of Kenneth N. Taylor, founder of Tyndale House Publishers and the visionary behind The Living Bible. Dr. Taylor’s commitment to making Scripture understandable revolutionized Christian publishing and Bible accessibility, leading to over 40 million copies sold since The Living Bible‘s release in 1971. His influence has shaped modern Bible translations, making God’s Word accessible to readers worldwide.
Legacy Award Summary: The Ken Taylor Legacy Award for Book Cover of the Year In tribute to Ken Taylor, founder of Tyndale House Publishers and the creator of The Living Bible, this award honours excellence in book cover design—a crucial element that draws readers to explore the book’s message. The recipient will receive a KSh 100,000 Republishing and Printing Contract to enhance both the content and its visual presentation, showcasing their work in a polished, compelling format.
Why the Ken Taylor Legacy Award?
In tribute to Taylor’s transformative contributions to Christian literature, this award recognises excellence in book cover design—a vital element that captures a reader’s attention and invites them to discover the book’s message. A compelling cover reflects the content’s significance and Taylor’s vision for Christian resources that speak to people’s hearts through both words and visual presentation.
Award Prize
The recipient of the Kenneth N. Taylor Legacy Award for Book Cover of the Year will receive a KSh 100,000 Republishing and Printing Contract to enhance both the content and its visual impact, presenting the book in a polished, appealing format that honours Taylor’s mission.
By celebrating outstanding book cover design, we pay homage to Kenneth N. Taylor’s enduring impact on faith-based literature, inspiring a new generation to engage with the Gospel through captivating and accessible Christian literature.
