BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS

"How much better to get wisdom than gold!  To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver."

Proverbs 16:16


  • America's Christian Bookstore
    Books, Bibles, Sunday School curricula, videos - it's all here on this site.   This is a family-run business.   The selection is great, the ordering is easy, and materials arrive on time!

    Arizona C. S. Lewis Society
    The Arizona C.S. Lewis Society meets monthly, and also publishes an annual journal. Issues of the journal can be ordered for $20 each. The site also includes a list of links to other C.S. Lewis-related sites.

    Augsburg Fortress
    Publishers for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Augsburg Fortress has a store with books, worship supplies, music, educational materials, and more.   There is also a blog, an e-newsletter that you can sign up for, and webinars!  This site has a lot of excellent resources.

    Bethany House
    Bethany House is a publisher of Christian fiction and non-fiction books. They offer books for children and adults. Their purpose is to help Christians apply Biblical truths in all areas of their lives. You can read book excerpts, download reading group guides, or find out when authors will be in your area. The site also has links to authors' websites and to bookstores.

    Boundless Webzine
    This is a Christian web magazine for young singles, containing articles sorted by topic, and a blog.  You can sign up for a free e-newsletter, and order resources such as books and CDs.

    CBB Christian Bookstore
    This site has over 100,000 Christian resources including Bible studies, fiction, video, gifts, and toys.  "With unbeatable prices and personalized customer service, CBB is your one stop for Christian resources. ChristianBooksBibles.com is more than a business, it is a ministry.  Let CBB walk with you on your journey of faith.”

    Christian Book Clearinghouse
    Great prices on a wide variety of Bibles, books, videos, and DVDs. There are activity books and stickers for children, and computer software. They even offer a volume discount!

    Christian Book Distributors
    They carry a wide selection of books: bibles, bestsellers, fiction, children's books, and Bible studies just to name a few.  There is also a Christmas shop, as well as videos, CDs, and DVDs.  And the prices are excellent!

    Church Publishing Incorporated
    This publishing company is associated with the Episcopal Church. They provide liturgical and musical resources, as well as supplies and resources for churches. You can search the site by category. The site also has a clergy and parish finder, and free downloads of the journals from the Episcopal National Convention.

    Creative Communications for the Parish
    An ecumenical publishing house, Creative Communications for the Parish has both a Catholic and a Protestant catalog of products. Categories of products include Devotional, Liturgy and Worship, Church Goods, Children's Resources, and Books.

    Crossings
    You have to be a member of the Crossings Book Club to order books. They have a variety of categories to choose from: bestsellers, Bibles, Christian living, and devotionals are just a few.

    Cumberland Valley Bible Book Service
    CVBBS is a family-owned business whose purpose is to provide Christian books from the Reformed and Puritan belief structures, as well as Bibles - at discount affordable prices. You can also post questions and receive recommendations for Bible study books, church history, commentaries, etc.

    Dr. Mary Manz Simon
    Mary has written books for both parents and children. She has a doctorate in education, and does speaking and consulting as well as writing. She has a daily radio program giving parenting advice from a Christian perspective.

    Faithwords
    A publisher of inspirational books, authors include Joyce Meyer, Robert Schuller, T.D. Jakes, and Pat Robertson.  You can sign up for an e-newsletter, and read about authors and recent books.

    Hungryhearts
    This is the PCUSA’s Hungryhearts publication, published by the Office of Spiritual Formation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), a ministry of the General Assembly Council. You can subscribe and receive a print copy of this newsletter, or read prior issues archived on the website.

    Kyria
    Subscribe to free newsletters, sign up for a Christian women's social networking site, read articles, or send a free e-card.   You can subscribe to the magazine on this site also.    A search feature allows you to find articles on various topics from past issues.

    LifeWay: Biblical Solutions for Life
    Books, movies, church supplies, and curriculum are all found on this site. There are also articles to read, and an online study Bible, as well as digital tools such as VBS Online and Downloads.

    The Little Christian
    A children's magazine published by the Evanglical Lutheran Church in America, this periodical is published ten times a year.  Take a look inside the newest issue, and find out how to subscribe.    The magazine is aimed at children age 6 and younger.

    Mars Hill Audio
    Mars Hill Audio produces the Audio Journal, consisting of interviews with a variety of guests, available in several audio formats. Their goal is to provide thoughtful commentary for Christians as an antidote to the mindless consumer culture.

    Matt Matthews
    Presbyterian pastor and author Matt Matthews is currently head of staff at St. Giles Presbyterian Church in Greenville SC. Read the reviews of his award-wining first novel "Mercy Creek". This is a beautiful, faith-filled, upbeat website.

    NavPress
    Spiritual growth resources such as Bible studies, free newsletters, and magazines are featured. One of the magazines is Discipleship Journal, "the Christian magazine that gets serious about spiritual growth"; another is Pray, containing articles about prayer and strategies for your prayer life.

    Makoto Fujimura
    Artist, speaker, and writer Makoto Fujimura has a long list of accomplishments in writing and artwork. Most exciting right now on his website is a video showing the making of the exquisite Four Holy Gospels Bible. This is a special King James Version of the Bible in commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the KJV in 2011. You can see the artistic process that Fujimora went through to illustrate this amazing Bible!

    Paraclete Press
    Here is an ecumenical site with books, CDs, DVDs, and sheet music - all focused on Christian spirituality. Browse the categories of resources offered, some of which are: art, classics, grieving/comfort, practical ministry, prayer, and travel. Find liturgical and educational materials for your church, sign up for their free e-newsletter, or look into their web design and print design/production services.

    The Paulist Press
    This Catholic book publishing house offers a variety of books, CDs, and videos. The Kids' Corner has a great selection of books for children. The Classics of Western Spirituality is one of the series that is available, with writings of many influential thinkers.

    The Presbyterian Outlook
    Lots of great news articles, opinion pieces, and opportunities to get involved in discussions! There are book and movie reviews, and commentaries on recent decisions in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

    Presbyterian Publishing Corporation
    From this site you can launch the catalog of the Westminster John Knox Press and Geneva Press to view the new books offered. A number of study guides are offered free in pdf format. You can also subscribe to These Days, a daily devotional and meditation magazine.

    Rachelle McCalla: author of inspirational romantic suspense
    Rachelle McCalla is a Presbyterian minister and prolific author. You can find out a bit more about Rachelle on this site, and read about the several different book series she has written. Upcoming books are also described on this site, and there are even a few recipes!

    Sentence Sermons
    Dr. L. James Harvey is a Christian layperson with many years of teaching, speaking, and writing experience. "Sentence sermons" are effectively used on church signs, and this website explains how. Here's an example of a church sign message: "God always answers knee-mail." You can also order Dr. Harvey's books and find out about his consulting services.

    Smith & Helwys Publishing, Inc.
    Christian education resources are sold on this site, as well as Bible commentaries, hymnals, and other Christian book series.   This is a non-denominational publishing house.   They have several free e-newsletters, and free downloadable samples of educational resources, study guides, and commentaries.   

    Westminster John Knox Press
    Since 1838 Westminster John Knox Press has been publishing resources for ministry and books for scholars.   There are study guides that you can download for free, available on the site.    You can download their catalog, purchase books, and read about their partners.  

    WJK Kathleen Bostrom
    Author Kathleen Long Bostrom has a number of books on spiritual topics. 99 Ways to Raise Spiritually Healthy Children is one of them. You can read excerpts from the book, and listen to a radio interview with the author.

    The Word Among Us
    This is a Catholic magazine designed to help readers to understand and apply Scriptures to their lives, in order to better receive the Spirit of God. You can read articles from the magazine, subscribe to the magazine, or purchase books from the online bookstore. A daily meditation and Scripture reading is offered on the website, as well as a prayer page where you can request prayer, and read articles about prayer.