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May Religion Bestsellers: The Rational Bible is Back; Richard Paul Evans Tops
‘Genesis,’ Dennis Prager’s newest installment to The Rational Bible series, debuts at #3 in Religion Nonfiction; the final installment to the Broken Road series by Richard Paul Evans takes #1 in Religion Fiction.
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Four Decades of Christian Publishing: PW Talks to Dave Lewis
Longtime Christian publishing executive Dave Lewis reflects on 43 years in the book business and discusses what he calls the changing but promising future for the industry.
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New Books Draw on Faith to Help Redefine Masculinity
Following the #MeToo and #ChurchToo movements, religion and spirituality publishers are addressing issues related to masculinity in new titles geared toward men.
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BookExpo 2019: Religion Publishers Still Value an Evolving Show
Though fewer in number, religion and spirituality publishers at BookExpo reported positive meetings as well as the opportunity to promote titles, make new connections, and find inspiration.
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2019 Christopher Awards Honor Books on Family, Freedom
In its 70th year, the 2019 Christopher Awards recognized 11 books for adults and young people for affirming “the highest values of the human spirit.”
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Religion & Spirituality Book Deals: May 22, 2019
Karen Swallow Prior is bringing a series on classic literature to B&H; Brenda Salter McNeil moves to Brazos, and more.
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Christian Audiobook Publishing Enters an ‘Exciting Time’
Amid the rising popularity of audiobooks, several Christian publishers are increasing title output and exploring production options.
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Author Reexamines Masculinity Following Attack in New Memoir
In 'Wild Awakening,' Greg J. Matthews describes how a near-death experience transformed both his faith and identity.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: June 2019
Check out a cookbook from Amish fiction veteran Wanda E. Brunstetter, relationship advice from 'Duck Dynasty' stars Al and Lisa Robertson, and more books coming from religion and spirituality publishers in June.
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When Caregiving Is a Lifetime Commitment
Books from religion publishers help those caring for spouses or parents who are ill.
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April Religion Bestsellers: T.D. Jakes ‘Crushes’ #2, The Baxters Return
Bishop T. D. Jakes is #2 with his new book on personal challenges and faith, ‘Crushing;’ Karen Kingsbury is back to #1 with 'Two Weeks,' the latest installment to the bestselling Baxter Family series.
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Religion Book Deals: May 8, 2019
B&H re-ups with rapper, poet, and artist Jackie Hill Perry, Brazos Press signs Portland, Ore.-based pastor A. J. Swoboda, and more.
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Agents Discuss the New Norms of Christian Publishing
Despite shrinking physical retail space, literary agents in the Christian publishing industry remain hopeful amid new trends reflective of an evolving market.
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Publishing Industry Mourns the Death of Rachel Held Evans
Rachel Held Evans, progressive Christian author of ‘A Year of Biblical Womanhood’ and other well-received titles, passed away on May 4, according to her husband. She was 37.
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Books on Neighborly Love Proliferate
Several new books look for modern ways to follow the quintessential Biblical command to love thy neighbor.
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Believing In the Perfect Father: Spotlight on Louie Giglio
In 'Not Forsaken,' pastor Giglio envisions a perfect heavenly father whose love can heal the lifelong wounds that grow from broken father-child relationships. (Sponsored)
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Lysa TerKeurst Wins ECPA’s Christian Book of the Year
The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) recognized the best Christian books of the year in 12 categories on Wednesday during its annual Leadership Summit in Chicago, awarding its top prize to Lysa TerKeurst for her devotional, ‘Embraced.’
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Can Indies Fill the Christian Retail Gap?
LifeWay's decision to close all 170 of its bricks-and-mortar stores by the end of the year comes two years after Family Christian closed all 240 of its outlets and could lead to potential sales for surrounding independent bookstores.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: May 2019
Memoirs from reality TV star Ty Pennington and Fox News host Shannon Bream are among the books coming from religion and spirituality publishers in May.
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Religion Book Deals: April 24, 2019
The Iowa farmers behind the blog The Gingham Apron landed a book deal with Revell, Brazos signs an unconventional biography of a retiring clergyman, and more.



