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How Publishers Are Preparing for the Papal Visit
Publishers are joining the media maelstrom surrounding Pope Francis's visit to the U.S. by releasing a variety of Pope-themed titles from August to October.
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Failing with Confidence: PW Talks to 'Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better' Publisher Tami Simon
The founder and publisher of Sounds True points out how Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön's newest book helps to instill an "unconditional confidence" in readers.
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How to Survive the Cruel Times: Life Lessons from Bestselling Rabbi Harold Kushner
In Kushner's 12th book, 'Nine Essential Things I've Learned About Life,' he offers reasons to come back to religion for those who have walked away.
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Religion Publishing News From Around the Web: August 26, 2015
This week's spirituality and religion news round-up includes another controversy for 'Fun Home,' a single mom's advice about loneliness, and 26 books for a "spiritual but not religious" reader today.
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‘The Plain Choice’ Author Addresses Amish Stereotypes: ‘We Don’t Live By Rules’
Sherry Gore left behind a life dominated by tragedy and sorrow when she became one of the few people to join the Amish from the outside.
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'Faith Ed.' Author On Teaching Religion in Schools, Not Preaching
Linda K. Wertheimer, author of "Faith Ed.," explains how educating today's children about world religions could heighten tolerance.
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Publishers Hopeful After Family Christian Sale
Despite heavy losses, publishers say the sale of Family Christian Stores is good for the Christian book industry.
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Russell Moore on Gay Marriage: The Sexual Revolution Can’t Keep Its Promises
'Onward' author Russell Moore discusses the Christian church, gay marriage, and other cultural shifts going on in the nation.
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Religion Publishing News From Around The Web: August 12, 2015
Three Somali sisters who founded a publishing house, a Mormon author who says “we just can’t shame women,” and a controversial romance book are creating a buzz on the web today.
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Heaven Trend In Books Is Now In Theaters
Best-selling books about heaven are making their way to Hollywood and getting special tie-in editions.
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Family Christian Sale Approved, Stores Will Remain Open
Family Christian Stores will remain open after a creditor-approved sale to FC Acquisition.
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Books on Heaven Tourism as Hot as Ever
Fall and winter bring a new crop of titles about journeys to heaven and back and about communicating across the life-death divide.
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‘Empire of Fear’ Author Shares Inside Story On ISIS
BBC reporter Andrew Hosken builds a comprehensive picture of the Islamic State, their ideology, and what life is like under their regime.
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One Year After Michael Brown’s Death: 5 Books on Faith, Race, and Reconciliation
PW lists five books that examine racial reconciliation in the U.S. amidst the one-year anniversary of Michael Brown's death.
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Leaving the Cult of Capitalism in Three New Titles
Three new books from religious publishers are casting a critical eye on the economy this year.
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Max Lucado’s Latest Book Explores Promises of the Promised Land
Max Lucado draws a parallel between modern hardships and the Israelite's arduous journey to the Promised Land.
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Candace Cameron Bure’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Memoir Arrives Amid Actress’ TV Comeback
'Dancing Through Life' chronicles Candace Cameron Bure's experience on 'Dancing with the Stars' while the actress explores her Christian faith.
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Is there a ‘God for the Rest Of Us?’ Vince Antonucci Thinks So
Las Vegas pastor Vince Antonucci shares the story behind his church for people who don't like church in his upcoming 'God for the Rest of Us.'
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A Reader’s Guide to Pope Francis’s Second Encyclical ‘Laudato Si’
PW compiled a list of noteworthy publications of Pope Francis's second encyclical 'Laudato Si: On Care For Our Common Home.'
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How Religion Publishers Are Courting Millennial Readers
For religion publishers, engaging Millennial readers is about more than selling books.



