HarperCollins Christian Publishing, which includes Zondervan and Thomas Nelson publishing groups, is the North American licensor for the NIV translation. Zondervan decided not to move forward with the project and Thomas Nelson is not involved either.
"Zondervan is not publishing, manufacturing or selling the 'God Bless the USA Bible'. While we were asked for a manufacturing quote, ultimately the project was not a fit for either party, and the website and marketing of the NIV project were premature," HarperCollins Christian Publishing said in a statement.
Kirkpatrick said it was a mutual decision.
"They've been very gracious in their exit. They had a business right to do what they did," said Kirkpatrick, who previously described Elite Source Pro as a client of the Bible publisher.