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Three Books on ‘Weird’ Faith
A trio of new books from religion publishers are urging readers to look at how standing out, being different, and even embracing all things weird can reinforce their spirituality.
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Nadia Bolz-Weber is Shameless about God, Grace, and Sex
The unconventional Lutheran pastor says God's grace is universal in her new book, 'Shameless,' which calls for a new Christian ethic about sex.
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ACFW 2018 Sharpens Focus on Author Training and Support
Attendance at the 2018 American Christian Fiction Writers conference was up from last year, with the emphasis remaining on encouragement for both aspiring and established authors.
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New Religion Books Embrace Women’s Sexuality
One topic in religion and sexual ethics hasn’t been addressed much: the ways women’s sexuality has been suppressed and distorted by religions. That's changing.
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Let’s Talk About Sex (and Religion)
They might seem like strange bedfellows, but sex is at the core of religious teachings—and as the culture shifts, so do church teachings and the books about them.
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Christian Writers Conferences Confront Sexual Harassment
Women within the Christian writing and publishing community are coming forward with allegations and complaints of sexual misconduct. These accusations follow the #MeToo movement as well as the more recent #ChurchToo movement, in which several church leaders’ sexual indiscretions surfaced.
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SVP and Publisher Moberg to Retire, Hampton Up at HCCP
HarperCollins Christian Publishing announced leadership changes that include the upcoming retirement of senior v-p and publisher David Moberg and his replacement by Brian Hampton.
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Sexual Harassment Uncovered at Christian Writing Conferences
Several women have come forward to talk about incidents of sexual harassment that have taken place over years at Christian writing conferences and elsewhere, perpetrated by agents, mentors, and instructors. Conference directors are taking precautions.
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What Makes a True Atheist? PW Talks to John Gray
British author John Gray criticizes the modern atheist movement for replacing God with human beings and puts forward his view of what a true atheist ought to be in his new book, ‘Seven Types of Atheism.’
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Religion Book Deals: September 12, 2018
Tyndale Momentum nabs the first book by Tim Tebow’s mother; a Giants star inks a deal with Zondervan, and more.
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August Religion Bestsellers: Max Lucado Takes #3, Wanda Brunstetter Returns
'Unshakable Hope,' the newest inspirational title by Max Lucado, comes in third in Religion Nonfiction; Wanda Brunstetter’s The Daughters of Lancaster County trilogy breaks the top 10 in Religion Fiction following its musical adaptation.
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Catholics Look to Pope Francis for a Faithful Future
Six new books by and about Pope Francis collect the pontiff’s teachings as Catholics seek guidance on issues related to the environment, politics, diversity, and the Church itself.
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Curtis Riskey Leaves as New Investor Revamps CBA
Under the new leadership of investor Edward Roush, president Curtis Riskey has stepped down from the Association for Christian Retail (CBA) in an overhaul of its staff, magazine, and all other operations.
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The Woman Beside C.S. Lewis: PW Talks with Patti Callahan Henry
In her first work of historical fiction, bestselling author Patti Callahan explores the life and love of Joy Davidman, the wife of C.S. Lewis.
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Small Shifts for Christian Fiction
To counter some softness in the category, authors try new genres.
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Six Books on Overcoming Jealousy
New and forthcoming titles from religion and spirituality publishers are addressing insecurities and other causes for unhappiness at the core of jealousy and envy.
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Religion Book Deals: August 22, 2018
Fiction veteran Lynn Austin signs a multi-book contract with Tyndale, IVP re-ups with Marlena Graves, and more.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: September 2018
New books by Pope Francis, Tim Tebow, Joyce Meyer, and more are publishing in September.
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Reaching the Witch Within: PW Talks with Danielle Dulsky
In her follow-up to ‘Woman Most Wild,’ Danielle Dulsky encourages female readers to reconnect with nature and rediscover their instinctive womanhood in ‘The Holy Wild.’
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TarcherPerigee Drops Accused Buddhist Author’s Book
Penguin Group’s TarcherPerigee imprint will no longer publish ‘How to Be Decent’ by Lodro Rinzler amid an investigation of sexual misconduct surrounding the author.
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