Spirituality and Religion
September 2025
Recent Releases
Not That Wheel, Jesus! Stories From a Faith That Went Off-Road in the Best (and Worst)...
by Mary Katherine Backstrom

A heartfelt and hilarious memoir of spiritual upheaval, this book chronicles Mary Katherine Backstrom’s journey from certainty to doubt -- and back again. With wit and vulnerability, she explores how one child’s question unraveled her faith and led to a deeper, more grace-filled understanding of belief.
 
Augustine the African
by Catherine Conybeare

This revelatory biography re-centers St. Augustine’s African heritage, offering a fresh lens on one of Christianity’s most influential thinkers. Catherine Conybeare’s scholarly yet accessible portrait highlights how Augustine’s outsider status shaped his theology -- and why his legacy deserves a more global, nuanced understanding.
Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Good...
by John Fugelsang

With biting humor and biblical savvy, John Fugelsang dismantles the weaponization of Christianity by far-right extremists. This bold, irreverent guide is perfect for anyone tired of religion being used to justify hate -- and ready to reclaim faith’s true message of love, mercy, and justice.
How Not to Miss the Point: The Buddha's Wisdom for a Life Well Lived
by Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche

Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche cuts through spiritual clutter with clarity and warmth, offering timeless Buddhist teachings for modern life. Whether you're new to Buddhism or seeking deeper understanding, this book invites reflection, responsibility, and a renewed sense of purpose rooted in compassion and wisdom.
How to Be a Saint: An Extremely Weird and Mildly Sacrilegious History of the Catholic Church's Biggest Names
by Kate Sidley

History meets hilarity in this irreverent guide to sainthood. With wit and weirdness, Kate Sidley explores the bizarre lives of saints and the quirky process of canonization. This will delight anyone who loves religious history with a twist -- and a few severed heads.
I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen and Other Lies I Think Will Make Me Happy
by Kate Strickler

Feeling stuck in comparison mode? Kate Strickler offers ten gentle mindset shifts to help you love the life you’re already living. With humor and honesty, she shares practical tips to quiet the “just wish” voice and embrace joy in the everyday.
The GREAT morning revolution : daily spiritual practices for meaningful moments with God by Tara Beth Leach
The GREAT Morning Revolution : Daily Spiritual Practices for Meaningful Moments with God
by Tara Beth Leach

"The GREAT Morning Revolution is an invitation to begin with God-that is, to rise in the morning in the presence of God before reaching for the phone to check the weather, news, or email. Tara Beth Leach offers flexible-yet-structured practices for transforming your morning and your day."
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