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BookExpo 2018 Encouraging to Religion Publishers
We spoke to several religion publishers about their experiences at BookExpo 2018 and what it implies for the changing book market.
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Obituary: Sam Moore
Sam Moore, the former CEO of Thomas Nelson, passed away on June 1. He was 88.
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Religion Book Deals: May 23, 2018
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.
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: June 2018
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.
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Photo Essay: Fiction Readers Summit Launches
The inaugural Fiction Readers Summit brought together top selling Christian fiction authors and their fans in Grand Rapids, Mich. earlier this month.
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2018 Christopher Awards Honor Books on Perseverance
Books on racial reconciliation, motherhood, and forgiveness were honored for “affirming the highest values of the human spirit” during the 2018 Christopher Awards ceremony in New York City on Tuesday, May 16.
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Reading On Acts of Faith
New books on religious and spiritual practices have the capacity to teach and inspire.
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Author Asks, is Repairing the World Ripping Judaism Apart?
In ‘To Heal the World?’ conservative author Jonathan Neumann challenges a popular buzzphrase among progressive American Jews, Tikkun Olam, calling it a dangerous corruption of Judaism.
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Whitaker Acquires Smart Kidz Books
Christian publisher Whitaker House is expanding with the acquisition of Smart Kidz Books, a publisher of titles for children from infancy through age eight.
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Paraclete Launches New Imprint for Franciscan Spirituality
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.
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April Religion Bestsellers: ‘Everybody, Always’ Tops; Francine Rivers Stays #1
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.’
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Books for Belief: Christian Apologetics Enter A 'Golden Era'
Publishers and authors discuss new trends and age old questions within books on apologetics, as well as the importance of the genre—which provides readers with arguments that support Christian beliefs.
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Ex-Evangelical Rachel Held Evans Still Cherishes Her Bible
Rachel Held Evans, who made a splash when she publicly turned away from evangelicalism, shares the fresh inspiration -- and disturbing truths -- she found as she once again plumbed her Bible.
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Religion Book Deals: May 9, 2018
Beaming Books takes a children’s book reminiscent of Chelsea Clinton’s ‘She Persisted; Fortress acquires a pastor’s debut, and more.
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Constable to be Sole Publisher of WaterBrook and Multnomah
Following the departure of v-p and publisher Alex Field and a new spate of promotions at WaterBrook and Multnomah, Tina Constable will stay on as v-p and publisher of the Crown Publishing Group imprints.
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'Jesus Always' Named ECPA's Christian Book of the Year
The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) recognized Sarah Young's bestselling devotional, 'Jesus Always' (Thomas Nelson), with its top award, the 2018 Christian Book the Year.
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Dalai Lama Plans Fewer Travels, Not Fewer Books
The 82-year-old the Dalai Lama is slowing down physically at 82 but he remains a prolific writer and a force in U.S. publishing with 90 titles already and more to come.
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Religion Book Deals: April 25, 2018
Thomas Nelson’s two-book deal with Gary Sinise, a new graphic novel for Plough Publishing, plus more.
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Religion Publishers Suspend Publication of Accused Pastor’s Books
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.
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2018 Festival of Faith & Writing ‘Mixes It Up,' Touts Diversity
Nearly 2,000 writers, literary agents, and publishers gathered in Grand Rapids, Mich. from April 12-14 for the Calvin College Festival of Faith & Writing, which featured speakers of color and panels on racial issues.