In March we took an in-depth look at some genres or subject areas in spirituality and religion that never go out of style.

Daily Bread and Butter: Devotionals and Prayer Books Continue a Growth Pattern

Books on prayer and those that guide believers in their private worship never go out of style. They form the core of many publishing programs, and most publishers have at least one backlist title in the category that is a gift that keeps on giving. Mindfulness and meditation also have become hot topics in recent years. This article originally appeared in Spirituality and Religion Update: Spring 2015.

Finding Comfort and Counsel

Aging, illness, and grief are always hard. There are books to help. This article originally appeared in Spirituality and Religion Update: Spring 2015.

All in the Family

Parents always need a little extra help, families need support, and marriages need fine tuning. Publishers want to pitch in. This article originally appeared in Spirituality and Religion Update: Spring 2015.

Is Heaven for Real?

The mysteries of the afterlife continue to fascinate readers eager to know how they or their loved ones might fare after death, and there are increasing numbers of books that offer answers. This article originally appeared in Spirituality and Religion Update: Spring 2015.