In Charles Frazier’s novel, young Varina marries the older landowner Jefferson Davis, only to be catapulted into the public eye when he becomes President of the Confederacy.

Culture Care is Makoto Fujimura’s gentle invitation to his readers to love and be stewards of the arts for the sake of flourishing in this world.

Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha was a pediatrician in Flint, Mich., when the parents of her patients began mentioning that the water coming from their taps smelled foul and was brown.

In this deeply affecting picture book, young children will meet Temple Grandin and learn about the struggles and strengths of children on the autism spectrum.

Rumaan Alam’s novel paints a portrait of a woman’s journey into the uncharted waters of motherhood and the nature of family across races.

In this picture book, young Mela experiences a selfless act of kindness that transforms her life.

Mia and her parents are immigrants to California from China. And that is just one of the secrets she keeps.

A. J. Jacobs has much to offer readers about the historical and changing nature of views on the family and what that means for society today.

Okeowo’s portraits of ordinary people fighting extremism are both painful and inspiring.

Parker Palmer’s new book is not intended to be a guide to or a handbook on aging. Rather, it is a prismatic reflection on his own life experience, so much of which is universal and can encourage others on the journey.

A historical novel about Hitler’s assault on the Jews and its repercussions, The Trick also reveals the deep human longing for love, forgiveness, hope, and a place to belong.

This picture book is a sweet and timely read with children.

Banner readers who are in relationship with Muslims who are inquisitive about Jesus will find in Stranger No More a valuable resource.

Reader Stephanie Brouwer shares her review of Kristin Sterk’s page-turning memoir.

Inspired is an invitation to pick up the Bible again and hear God tenderly say, “Let me tell you a story.”

Our readers write! Rev. George G. Vink reviews J. Cameron Fraser’s book about Lord Mackay, a Christian serving in the public realm.

Katherine Applegate’s novel introduces juvenile readers to a world of swashbuckling adventure and warfare between good and evil.

Newbery Award-winning writer Katherine Paterson explores life in the early years of Castro’s Cuba in her latest children’s book.

This picture book celebrates our Creator’s gift of light.

Giller Prize-winner Michael Ondaatje delivers a well-crafted tale of intrigue.

The hope-filled memoir of the “napalm girl” attests to the mysterious power of God to turn evil to good.

This intense young adult novel dealing with child abuse and the prison system powerfully calls for a more redemptive way forward for all people.

Dorhmann’s book offers food for thought regarding the place of sports in our lives.