Zondervan signs a new deal with Rebekah Lyons, Sounds True lands a double, and more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-06-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
Helped by Mother's Day, four devotionals ranked among the top 10 in Religion Nonfiction, including Lysa TerKeurst’s new ‘Embraced.’ Plus, Richard Paul Evans took #1 on the Religion Fiction list with the second book in his new Broken Road series. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-06-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
We spoke to several religion publishers about their experiences at BookExpo 2018 and what it implies for the changing book market. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-06-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
FaithWords nabs a new book by the bestselling author of '90 Minutes in Heaven’ Don Piper; Barbour takes a modernized version of the biblical story of Ruth, and more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-05-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
A case for ‘Why We Need Religion’ and an in-depth look at the religious inspiration behind Stephen King’s work in 'America’s Dark Theologian' are among the big religion and spirituality books publishing in June. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-05-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
Citing a need for more trade books on Franciscan spirituality, ecumenical publisher Paraclete Press launched San Damiano Books, a new imprint focused exclusively on the teachings of Saint Francis of Assisi. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-05-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
Beaming Books takes a children’s book reminiscent of Chelsea Clinton’s ‘She Persisted; Fortress acquires a pastor’s debut, and more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-05-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
Bob Goff’s ‘Everybody, Always,’ a follow-up to 2012’s ‘Love Does,’ debuted at #1 on PW’s Religion Nonfiction list. Plus, Francine Rivers maintains her #1 spot in Religion Fiction with her newest novel, ‘The Masterpiece.’ Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-05-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
At least two Christian publishing houses are halting the publication of books by Bill Hybels, the former pastor of a megachurch outside of Chicago, amid allegations against him of sexual misconduct. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
Thomas Nelson’s two-book deal with Gary Sinise, a new graphic novel for Plough Publishing, plus more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
In his new book, philosophy professor Stephen Asma argues that religion is our brain's survival toolbox for managing our emotions -- the realm of sorrow and love, forgiveness, resilience, joy – and violence, too. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
Life lessons from the former CEO of Dollar General and the first book on the band Journey by its keyboardist Jonathan Cain are among the big books coming from religion publishers in May. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
Books of reflections and prayers by Maria Shriver and Roma Downey take top spots on PW’s Religion Nonfiction in the weeks leading up to Easter. Plus, Terri Blackstock came in at #2 in Fiction with the last book in the If I Run trilogy. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
Random House buys the newest book by Pope Francis, David C. Cook signs a new deal with Francis Chan, and more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-04-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
A quartet of new and upcoming books extol the virtues of delving into great writing, whether aloud with the family or alone to quietly savor the words. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
Nelson signs women's ministry author Stasi Eldredge's newest title on joy, HarperOne lands 'Remaking Religion' by the scholar and podcaster Casper ter Kuile. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
Spiritual memoirs by celebrities from music to media to sports offer insights to their faith lives off camera, stage, pulpit or playing field. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
Publishers agree that publishing humor books on religion requires a deft touch and a clear marketing strategy to precisely convey the tone of a title that is intended to inform, expand and tickle the reader. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
Expect clusters of books that raise anxiety — bold political arguments, calls to spiritual warfare, and personal tales that remind you that your life/job/family/society is a mess — and more titles that offer faith-based solace, solutions, even humor. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
As activism rises among faith groups, religion publishers address urgent social issues, conflicts over Trump’s agenda, the fragmenting of American churches, and the continuing decline of religious identification. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2018-03-23 00:00:00 UTC ]