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Janette Oke Marks Age 90 with New Novel
The nonagenarian matriarch of Christian fiction, whose next novel, 'Love Comes Softly,' is due out this month, feels spiritually compelled to keep writing.
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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.