Nicole Ballengee

Nicole Ballengee – Publicist

Book lover connecting authors to readers. Specialize in Christian non-fiction publicity, and am available for media kit creation.

Overview

I'm a book lover who has had the good fortune to work in publishing as a literary publicist for many years. I hope to continue to connect writers and readers for years to come!

In my years of book publicity, I've worked with debut authors, high-profile authors and self-published authors, helping with media relations, content creation and social media.

Media Relations: I've been able to book authors on a wide-range of media, including FOX & Friends, TODAY, The 700 Club, 100 Huntley St., Hallmark Home & Family, The New York Times, PEOPLE, Teen Vogue, Bustle, Elite Daily, NY Post, and much more.

Content Creation: I love helping to create content - from media kits (press release, bio, fact sheet, etc.) to adapting book excerpts for media to website copy, I've done it all.
Services
Non-Fiction
Christian Non-Fiction Health & Wellbeing Political Science & Current Affairs Religion & Spirituality Self-Help & Self-Improvement

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2019 — Present

I'm a literary publicist with a decade of experience promoting authors and their books in both the secular and faith-based worlds. Throughout my work with both traditionally and self-published authors I have secured coverage in a wide range of mainstream and Christian media, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, FOX News, USA Today, Newsweek, Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, Yahoo! Lifestyle, The 700 Club, Life Today, 100 Huntley St., RELEVANT, Charisma, The Christian Post and much more.

In a publicity campaign, I create and execute on all aspects of a media relations strategy to secure targeted media opportunities. This includes drafting press materials, mailing advanced reader copies to book reviewers, conducting outreach to broadcast/print/online outlets, and consulting with authors on all promotional efforts.

Hachette Book Group

Dec, 2015 — Mar, 2019 (about 3 years)

Responsible for creating and executing the publicity strategy for Worthy Publishing, a non-fiction faith-based imprint in Hachette’s Nashville division

Specific duties include coordinating with authors, drafting press materials, pitching media, coordinating social media efforts and planning media tours

HarperCollins Christian Publishing

Sep, 2014 — Dec, 2015 (about 1 year)

Consistently secured news and media hits for authors in secular and Christian outlets, from FOX & Friends to Religion News Service, to help generate awareness of titles

Coordinated book signings, book tours, major galley mailings to media and influencers, and the drafting of all press materials

Portfolio

I Grew With You

Molitor, Sarah

The Lady with Balls

A Single Mother's Triumphant Battle in a Man's World

I Am Awesome!

Maule, Ryan K.

The friend you need during dark PMS days…With humor, stories, and nuggets of physiological wisdom, Sherri Lynn, and this book will be the friends who walk you through those dreaded PMS days. Find community through listeners' anecdotes from Sherri's radio show,... read more
After stumbling upon a tiny orphanage in rural Tanzania, Susanne Rheault knew her life was about to change.From walking with lions in the bush to dodging bombs in Tanzania's largest city, psychologist Susanne Rheault recounts with candor and humility the hard ... read more
Arrows of Fire

Marlen Suyapa Bodden

It is October 1519 -- and the Mexican empire is on the brink.Hernán Cortés leads an army of Spaniards and their native allies to Moctezoma's capital. Moctezoma believes the only way to save his empire is to heed the God of War and sacrifice Flower, a beautiful... read more
The powerful, dramatic story of how a successful Hollywood set designer whose identity was deeply rooted in his homosexuality came to be suddenly and utterly transformed by the power of the gospel.When Becket Cook moved from Dallas to Los Angeles after college... read more
"Riveting, inspiring, at times hard to believe but utterly true...it gives some measure of hope in these rancorous times." -- John GrishamAs an ordinary high school student in the 1960s, Tom Tarrants became deeply unsettled by the social upheaval of the era. I... read more
The rise of China's tech companies and intense competition from the sector is just beginning. This will present an ongoing management and strategy challenge for companies for many years to come. Tech Titans of China is the go-to-guide for companies (and those ... read more
Homeless people can be some of life’s greatest teachers. Judith Knotts shares their stories and the lessons she has learned from spending time among the homeless people of her community. You Are My Brother is a collection of short stories, all true, with a thr... read more
THERE IS A QUEST WITHIN EACH OF USBe Inspired to Follow Your Passion and Purpose When Faith Lights the Way is the story of average people, facing impossible obstacles, who kept focused on their calling. It will encourage and inspire you to follow your passion ... read more
If I Had Two Lives

Abbigail N. Rosewood

This luminous debut novel follows a young woman from her childhood in Vietnam to her life as an immigrant in the United States – and her necessary return to her homeland. As a child, isolated from the world in a secretive military encampment with her distant m... read more
Mad Dog

Kelly Watt

Oola is a "state of awesomeness.' When your life is balanced and growing, you are living the OolaLife. You were created to live that life―you were designed by God for greatness! Before you were even born, God placed within you a special gift that no one else h... read more
A beautifully illustrated children's book about an imaginative little boy's first encounter with the banking system! The Missing Money follows Kai on his adventure to deposit his newly earned money. While on his journey a seemingly scary ATM monster "eats" all... read more
How Are Your Finances Shaping Your Heart?Jesus knew that how we think about money shapes our character. Our approach can make us more like him—full of contentment, purpose, and freedom—or it can cause a tragic separation from God and the joy he offers. We need... read more
Most of us long to be in control—of our schedule, our relationships, and our future.Newlywed Laura Story thought she had control over the great life ahead of her. After all, she followed Jesus and had a promising new job as a worship leader. Why would God not ... read more
TLC reality TV stars Aly and Josh Taylor share their story of breast cancer, infertility, and dashed dreams and inspire readers to cling to hope, even when it seems impossible.October 17, 2011 changed Aly and Josh Taylor's lives forever. At just 24 years old, ... read more
A story about friendships and commitment to one another so incredible you wouldn't believe it if it wasn't true. Kevan is just one of the guys. It's impossible to know him and not become a little more excited about life. He is an inspiring man permeated by joy... read more
If you've ever suspected that not everyone wants the same things from relationships, you're right. In fact, what we need to feel loved, supported, and fulfilled differs according to four personality types.Are you fiercely independent and driven to achieve a si... read more
Maverick and Me

Katherine Schwarzenegger

Dog lover and animal advocate Katherine Schwarzenegger draws from her own experience with fostering and adopting dogs to create a picture book that introduces children to the concept of “adopt, don’t shop.” In the heartwarming story of Maverick and Me, Maveric... read more
Find strength in the struggle, passion to persist, wisdom when you're weary, and joy for the journey. If you've ever been on a long trip with small children you've no doubt heard, "Are we there yet?" Maybe you've even said those exact words or felt that same w... read more
IS IT POSSIBLE THAT GOOD THINGS CAN COME OUT OF OUR BROKEN DREAMS?Worship leader and recording artist Laura Story’s life took an unexpected turn when her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Their lives would never be the same. Yes, with God all ... read more
What do you do when you can relate more to Jezebel, Rahab, or Eve than Esther or Mary? To her surprise and joy, author Autumn Miles discovered most of the heroes of the Bible were plagued with the same problem. They were ordinary people who sinned, but God's l... read more
This book is both timely and needed. Provocative, yes, because the message is essential at this decisive 'hinge moment' in time. -- Philip Yancey The Way Back is the way forward. -- Erwin McManus The Way Back is a much-needed wake up call for the Church... we'... read more
Popular blogger, speaker, and bible study leader Teresa Swanstrom Anderson shares her personal story of realizing she wasn't involving God in her plans and how she released her own control so that He could use her life for furthering His Kingdom. Learn how you... read more
"How could God let this happen? I can't do this! How can my child have a meaningful life? Where is God in all this?"When a parent hears that their child has a disability, hearts and hopes are broken. But faith doesn't have to be. Unbroken Faith identifies and ... read more
Finding quick and healthy recipes that fit your busy lifestyle is challenging. Dr. Colbert tackled this challenge and created his Quick and Healthy Keto Zone Cookbook that follows his proven Keto Zone diet. Not only can you quickly cook wonderful meals, but th... read more
Achieve optimal healthy living through Dr. Colbert's Keto Zone Diet -- burn fat, balance hormones, and lose weight. Wanting or needing to lose weight? The answer is not a pill, medication, or surgery. The answer is a nutritional one that might surprise you. Dr... read more
Most of us think God is not concerned with what we eat, but the Bible actually offers great insight and instruction about the effects of food on our bodies. Dr. Colbert introduces an antiinflammatory form of the modified Mediterranean diet that resolves a broa... read more
Most of us think God is not concerned with what we eat, but the Bible actually offers great insight and instruction about the effects of food on our bodies. Dr. Colbert introduces a revolutionary sugar detox method, combined with an anti-inflammatory form of t... read more
America has become increasingly divided and polarized in recent years. With growing racial tension, animosity toward law enforcement professionals, government corruption, and disregard for the constitutional process, there seems to be no easy answer in sight. ... read more
What will you do when the unthinkable happens in your life?Her parents called her Lenya Lion because of her ferocious personality and hair that had been wild and mane-like since birth. But they never expected that, five days before Christmas, their five-year-o... read more
What if you told God you would do anything . . . and he took you up on it? Jennie Allen, founder of If: Gathering, shares the prayer that changed everything. *Now with Bible study questions!In the years since the initial release of Anything, God continued to s... read more
"It took months of God waking me up in the middle of the night before I realized I was the one He was calling to leave my comfortable American life and move to Haiti."Miracle on Voodoo Mountain is the inspirational memoir of an accomplished and driven 24-year ... read more
What exactly is manhood? How do guys get there?Tim Brown won the Heisman Trophy at Notre Dame and starred in the NFL for seventeen seasons. He left the game as a Los Angeles and Oakland Raiders legend and one of the most respected men in sports, and was induct... read more
Have you ever longed for a comeback? We all know what it feels like to have life disappoint us and not work out as we’d hoped. We all know what it’s like to long for something different, something better, something more. The Comeback celebrates new beginnings.... read more
*The Mike Huckabee StoryAn Intimate Look*For the first time, the former governor of Arkansas opens up the vault to friend and biographer W. Scott Lamb (Pujols: More Than the Game, 2011) to tell his life story. In this thoroughly unique biography of one of the ... read more
The heart of God can be found in the unlikeliest places, in the unlikeliest people.It’s three a.m. in the side yard of a shack in the worst part of town. I’ve got a dirty-faced baby on my hip and there’s a pit bull standing on the septic tank in the next yard ... read more
IDENTIFY THE EXPECTATIONS AND LABELS THAT CRAMP YOUR SOUL.Contemporary Christianity seems to be suffering from an epidemic of sameness. Uniformity. Monotony. Those trapped inside are often afraid to step beyond established norms and innovatively express themse... read more
**PAPERBACK BOOK AVAILABLE TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2017 with new content** It's never been more important to teach your children well.What America needs today are parents w ho don’t just s ay they value these virtues but who live them and passionately and boldly tea... read more
A Moving Story of Redemption and Second Chances Jep Robertson, the youngest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife, Jessica, open up about their personal trials, their early years together, and the challenges that might have destroyed them both had... read more
Travel the world, change lives, save souls. (Note: Results not typical.) A young idealist heeds the call to radical obedience, gives away all of his belongings and shaking off the fetters of a complacent life, travels halfway around the world. There he discove... read more
Not entitled to get angry? Really? It’s a radical, provocative idea: We’re not entitled to get offended or stay angry. The idea of our own “righteous anger” is a myth. It is the number one problem in our societies today and, as Dallas Willard says, Christians ... read more
If we were made for relationship with God, why do we often feel lost and distant from Him? The life of Christian faith is and always has been a beautifully awkward reality. Following Jesus is done—can only be done—in the messiness of this world into which we w... read more

Nicole has 4 reviews

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M.D. H.

M.D. H.

Jan, 2021

I'm new to utilizing a publicist, so it's a little hard to tell how much value this collaboration has generated, but Nicole has been excellent to work with. She is professional and responsive, and I know I've gotten a lot of exposure I couldn't have otherwise gotten. I highly recommend her.
Jordan A.

Jordan A.

Sep, 2020

It was great to work with Nicole and will be contacting her again the next time I need to launch a project. She has a great attitude and a sincere desire to help her clients succeed. 5 Stars!
Nicole B.
Thank you so much Jordan! I loved working with you on your book and hope to be able to do so again in the future.
Ryan M.

Ryan M.

Apr, 2020

Nicole was very easy to work with, very thorough, and provided a ton of helpful insight! Would definitely recommend! She is awesome!
Nicole B.
Thank you so much Ryan! I loved working with you and helping connect your book with readers and bloggers. You have a wonderful message to share!
Sherri L.

Sherri L.

Aug, 2019

Nicole is such a pro. Her commitment and attention to detail is invaluable. She placed me with outlets I would have NEVER even known of let alone acquired on my own. If you get a chance to work with her. DO IT!!! You won't regret it. I'd use her again in a heartbeat. She consistently exceeded all of my expectations.
Nicole B.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Sherri! That means so much to me. I loved working with you and will do it again in a heartbeat for any future books you have up your sleeve ;)

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