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Gilead Announces Inaugural List for Fall 2016
Gilead Publishing, a newly formed Christian fiction house, announced the titles of four books scheduled to publish between October and November 2016.
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Daniel Aitken Named Publisher at Wisdom
Aitken, formerly sales and marketing director and then associate publisher at Wisdom Publications, has been promoted to publisher of the company.
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May Religion Bestsellers: Star Bloggers Break Top Five, Jan Karon Takes #1
Two Christian bloggers debut on the Religion Nonfiction list, and Jan Karon claims two spots on the Fiction list, toppling longtime leader Wanda Brunstetter.
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Publishers Remember Daniel Berrigan
Three religion publishers are reissuing books on and by Daniel Berrigan, the radical, peace-loving Jesuit priest who died this spring.
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Searching for a Secular Community: Katherine Ozment
In 'Grace Without God,' journalist Ozment investigates how to find meaning, purpose, and belonging in a community without religion.
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Obituary: HCCP's Scott Harvey, 52
Joseph "Scott" Harvey, a veteran publishing executive who most recently served as v-p of custom product development at HarperCollins Christian Publishing, died on Friday. He was 52.
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Three Different Books About Shame Titled ‘Unashamed’ Are Publishing This Spring
Shame is a hot topic in the religion and spirituality world, and three new books share not only the subject, but their titles, as well.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: June 2016
A myth-busting book on angels, the latest from bestselling author Marianne Williamson, and a collection of writings on the Charleston church shooting in 2015 are some of the big religion and spirituality books publishing in June.
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Turner Publishing Acquires Four New Imprints
In a deal that breaks the Nashville-based publisher deeper into the religion market, Turner bought four of LongHill Partners' publishing imprints: Jewish Lights, Skylight Paths, Christian Journeys, and Gemstone Press.
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The Business of Christian Fiction
Pricing pressure and the shifting genre tastes of readers are two big issues for publishers of Christian fiction.
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WaterBrook Nabs New Tim Tebow Book
‘Shaken: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life's Storms’ by Tim Tebow will be published on October 25.
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Exploring the Queerness of Christianity with Episcopal Priest Elizabeth Edman
In 'Queer Virtue,' Rev. Liz Edman examines not only what it means to be a queer priest, but how Christianity is a queer religion.
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Book Industry Guild of New York Discusses Faith-Based Publishing
Three publishing experts from different areas of the industry reported on the growth and challenges found in the religion book market during a panel hosted by the BIGNY.
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April Religion Bestsellers: Ruth Soukup Takes Top Four, Amish Millionaire Series Stays #1
‘Unstuffed,’ a Christian take on the decluttering craze, broke the top five in Religion Nonfiction. Plus, Wanda Brunstetter’s Amish Millionaire series tops the Fiction list once again with the latest installment, ‘The Stubborn Father.’
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From the Pew to the Menu: Farming in God’s Name with Joel Salatin
Salatin, a long-time advocate for sustainable farming, makes a case for why food production methods should reflect spiritual truths and honor God in his new book.
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Recorded Books Acquires christianaudio
The independent audiobooks publisher is expanding its reach with the purchase of eChristian Inc., a publisher of Christian audiobooks that operates under the christianaudio brand.
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A Dangerous Calling: Kenneth Bae on Two Years As a Prisoner in North Korea
The longest-held American prisoner of North Korea is revealing the details of his ordeal in a new book, ‘Not Forgotten.’
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Franciscan Media Names New President
Kelly McCracken, formerly director of shared services at Franciscan Media, has been appointed president of the Catholic publishing house.
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News From Around the Web: April 27, 2016
In religion and spirituality publishing news today: a lawsuit issued by Scientology leader David Miscavige against a U.K. publisher, an appeal against censoring children’s books, and more.
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Messages From Mediums: Three New Books on the Afterlife
A guide to connecting with the spirit world, a memoir on the struggles that come with being a medium, and a book of lessons learned from those on the other side are coming this summer.



