1517 Media
Naomi Krueger is a seasoned publishing professional with extensive experience in children's book acquisitions and editorial roles. Currently serving as the Senior Acquisitions Editor at Beaming Books since November 2012, Naomi specializes in acquiring picture books and middle grade nonfiction, with recent notable titles including "Lullaby for the King" and "Kiki Kicks." Prior roles at Beaming Books include Acquisitions Editor, where Naomi contributed significantly to the children's market, and Resource Developer, focusing on faith formation curriculum. Naomi's freelance career encompasses writing and editing services, alongside previous positions as Managing Editor at Books Make a Difference and Staff Writer at Lillie Suburban Newspapers. With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Reconciliation Studies from Bethel University, Naomi also holds skills in copyediting and has received accolades for journalistic excellence.
1517 Media
For more than 200 years 1517 Media has been committed to helping Christian communities and individuals encounter a loving, gracious God and grow in faith, understanding, and response. We create resources for Christian worship and faith formation, for academic study and professional development, and for individual edification and spiritual growth. We have always embraced the media of the day to meet people where they are, in their lives and in their communities. 1517 Media has five publishing imprints: AUGSBURG FORTRESS, serves Lutheran churches with resources that support worship and music, faith formation, and congregational life. FORTRESS PRESS, publisher of scholarship that matters for the academy, for the classroom, and for the church across the categories of theology, biblical studies, history, religion, and ministry. SPARKHOUSE, develops resources that engage and inspire children, youth, and adults in Christian communities. BEAMING BOOKS, publisher of high-quality children’s books that help kids thrive emotionally, socially, and spiritually. BROADLEAF BOOKS, publisher of books on religion, culture, social justice, spirituality, and personal growth that inspire transformation in readers and their communities to foster a more open, just, and compassionate world.