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7 Spiritual Reads to Ease Loneliness
Religion publishers address the pain of isolation with books suggesting there's comfort in a deeper relationship with God and connection to a community.
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Is Old Time Religion a Dinosaur?: PW Talks with Christian Smith
We spoke with the sociologist about his latest book, 'Why Religion Went Obsolete: The Demise of Traditional Faith in America.'
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3 Faith-Based Books on Being Brave in Tough Times
Forthcoming religious titles encourage believers to take moral action and draw strength from their faith.
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Sales Soar on Bibles and Beyond
Five religion press marketing executives tell PW about the key drivers behind another year of rising revenue.
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Rocking with Prince as a Theologian
The late pop/rock/funk musician should be in the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, says a seminary professor who sees a spiritual core in his work.
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IPG's CEO Describes New Christian Program
Joe Matthews tells PW why adding four Christian publishers will boost their sales and strengthen the Independent Publishers Group as well.
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Spring 2025 Adult Preview: Religion & Spirituality
This season’s offerings explore well- and lesser-known religious histories, tackle timely social issues, and advise readers on how to boost their faith in an increasingly cynical world.
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Christian 'Rom-Com' Titles Flourish
The romantic comedies, featuring love, laughter and hope, are a Valentine for religion publishers’ sales.
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Religion Book Deals: January 22, 2025
Among recent book deals are titles guiding Christian women in moving forward after divorce, a look at the psychology of evangelism, a picture book promoting compassion, and more.
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Life-Changing Discipleship: Spotlight on NavPress
The religious press is celebrating a half century of bold, loving, and sensible publishing. (Sponsored)
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Reading Up on Pete Hegseth and Religion
Books by Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Defense, detail a militantly conservative Christian's concerns for America's future.
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New Religion Books Address Intimacy, Sex
Authors look at the spirituality of desire, offer guidance for finding true intimacy, add "magic" to relationships, and explore sexuality in ancient Christian history.
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Religion Book Deals: January 8, 2025
Among recent deals are titles to support spiritual formation, a Christian view of vices and virtues, a look at how art images of women have impacted evangelism, and more.
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A Psychologist Blends Faith with Fair Thinking
PW talks with Erin E. Devers about how Christian teachings can reduce biased thinking in her book The Unbiased Self: The Psychology of Overcoming Cognitive Bias.'
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A Provocative Look at Sex and the Bible
In 'Lower than the Angels: A History of Sex and Christianity,' historian Diarmaid MacCulloch argues the Bible "has not proved adequate to providing answers on questions of sex and gender."
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Jimmy Carter’s Christian Literary Voice
In print and audiobooks, the former president shared how Christian beliefs shaped all his endeavors.
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The Top 10 Religion Publishing Stories of 2024
Sales are up, Christian publishers are positioning for growth, and Pat Boone is still a star crooner and author.
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Exploring God’s Covenant: PW Talks with Rabbi Irving 'Yitz' Greenberg
Greenberg's new book, 'The Triumph of Life: A Narrative Theology of Judaism' explores the evolving nature of God's covenant with humanity, theodicy, and the Jewish vision of a perfected world. PW caught up with Greenberg to talk about the book, and the author’s own spiritual evolution.
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Religion Book Deals: December 18, 2024
Among this week's deals, a look at why women are leaving church, a Muslim and a Christian warn about secularism, and a professor addresses Jewish polarization over the Israel/Hamas war.
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Transformational Titles for a New Year Renewal
Religion publishers' forthcoming books offer pathways to a fresh start after the tough times of 2024.



