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Faith Matters: Religion & Spirituality Spotlight 2018
Scholars weave religion into politics, culture, and social ills.
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In Profile: Religion & Spirituality Update 2018
Authors talk about their new books.
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More Books on Merton, 50 Years After his Death
New titles by and about Trappist monk Thomas Merton are still emerging as the 50th anniversary of his death approaches this year.
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Religion as Survival: PW Talks to Elaine Pagels
In ‘Why Religion,’ Princeton religion professor Elaine Pagels searches for meaning, hope, and courage following the death of her young son as well as her husband one year later.
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Religion Book Deals: October 24, 2018
Prolific author Brian McLaren is bringing his newest book to Fortress Press; FaithWords is exploring the supernatural; and more.
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New Christian Retail Association Forms
While the future for the Association for Christian Retail remains unclear, a new Christian trade association has been formed as part of an "ongoing effort to support independent Christian retailers and the industry as a whole."
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Religion Publishing Industry Responds to Sexual Harassment Revelations
After the PW story on sexual impropriety at Christian writing conferences, readers and industry professionals flooded social media with responses and solutions for preventing future harassment.
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Former Scientologist is ‘Perfectly Clear’ on Dangers of the Church
In 'Perfectly Clear: Escaping Scientology and Fighting for the Woman I Love,' Michelle LeClair recounts her long history inside the Church of Scientology, including her struggle with sexual orientation.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: November 2018
A new release from the bestselling author of ‘Uninvited’ Lysa TerKeurst, lessons based on the life and teachings of Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel, and ‘How to Be Spiritual Without Being Religious’ are among the religion and spirituality books publishing in November.
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Obituary: Author Eugene H. Peterson Dies at 85
The bestselling author of ‘The Message’ Bible translation and several other works died at age 85 on October 22.
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Religion Books for Kids Are On the Rise
Recent growth in sales of children’s books has encouraged some publishers of religion and spirituality books to ramp up—or to create—children’s publishing programs.
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Seven Spirit-Filled Books to Read for Halloween
This October, new titles coming from mind-body-spirit, religion, and occult publishers can help readers get into the spirit of Halloween.
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Religion Book Deals: October 10, 2018
Zondervan nabs actor Dondré Whitfield’s debut; FaithWords takes a guide to millennial relationships, and more.
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The American Jewish Future May Be Found in the Margins
Author Jack Wertheimer examined how American Jews practice their religion and is heartened by how quickly mainstream congregations are adapting to new ways of worship.
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Zondervan Settles Plagiarism Case
Author Carey Scott has won an undisclosed settlement after filing a suit against Zondervan author and speaker Christine Caine for copyright infringement.
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CBA Changes Raise Questions, Concerns for the Future
Christian retailers and publishers are concerned about the future of the CBA and its annual trade show, UNITE, amid a new investor and changes to its leadership.
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Rethinking the Bible’s Place: PW talks to Andy Stanley
Mega church pastor Andy Stanley is taking a closer look at the foundation of the Christian faith, reminding readers that the Bible is the product of the church, and not vice versa.
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New YA Imprint for Tyndale House
Two years after expanding the staff in its children’s and YA department, Tyndale House Publishers is launching Wander, an imprint for young adult titles.
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Religion Book Deals: September 26, 2018
Zondervan signs business expert Ori Brafman, while InterVarsity Press takes a book on narcissism in the church.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: October 2018
Religion and spirituality books publishing in October include a biography of Salvadoran archbishop Oscar Romero ahead of his canonization this year, devotions written by Billy Graham’s grandson, and more.



