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An interview with different publishers is presented. Tina Weiner of Yale University Press reveals her bestselling backlist title for an academic audience. Henry Carrigan of Northwestern University Press addresses the challenges facing textbooks and specialized academic books in the religion category. Adam Glazer of Oxford University Press relates his experiences with textbook piracy.

Reports on the increasing popularity of Christian novels in U.S. publishing. Number of copies of the book 'This Present Darkness,' by Frank Peretti which were sold by 2001; Categories of Christian fiction; Information on the move of novelists to larger Christian houses; Discussion on finding new authors. INSET: Literary Faith Fiction Gains Ground.

Provides information on the religious book publishing industry. Information on the novel `Left Behind,' published by Tyndale House; Discussion on evangelical Christian novels; Romance genre in the Christian market; Details on visionary fiction.

Focuses on the advantages of using the Nielsen BookScan and STATS tool in tracking the sales of religious books. Views of John Helmus, director of sales analysis and market planning for Wiley, on the benefits of BookScan for his work; Importance of the tools to publishers; Comparisons between BookScan and STATS. INSET: If Wishes Were Horses.

A panel discussion among industry veterans about the trends in Christian fiction publishing is presented. Topics covered include the popularity of romantic suspense, according to Karen Watson of Tyndale; the status of the Amish fiction market, according to David Lewis of Baker Publishing Group and the trends in historical fiction, according to Shannon Marchese of Waterbrook Multnomah.

This article discusses the efforts of many Christian publishers to penetrate the young adult (YA) book market in the U.S. It highlights some of the challenges facing publishers to obtain success in the market, including the need for skilled acquisition, a knowledge of the reader and a long-term investment. It also explores the challenge of selling electronic books and printed YA books online.

The article focuses on publishing houses that have started their own Christian young adult (YA) lines. In June 2008, Zondervan will launch its first-ever YA line, with nine initial titles by such authors as Bill Myers, Melody Carson and Bryan Davis. FaithWords, which decided in 2007 to try Christian YA since its parent company, Hachette, has been so successful in YA for the general market with the "Twilight," "Gossip Girls" and "Clique" series.

The article addresses the growing popularity of Christian books about sex. With a first print run of 75,000, musician Rebecca St. James's fall devotional, "Pure," promises to help young women with the struggle to remain virgins until marriage. One of the growing trends in the Christian marketplace has been a greater transparency about sex-related problems such as pornography addiction, sexual abuse and infidelity. Books for men on sexual addictions have become more specific and niche oriented. INSETS: Homosexuality: Christian Books on Both Sides;Dating in the Confessional Booth.

The article discusses the growing availability of books on home organization and home management from Christian publishers. According to author Kathy Peel, readers of home organization books, most of whom are active women ages 26 to 44, need concrete help in sifting through the clutter of their lives and finding what is really important. In September 2007, Thomas Nelson will release the third title in Marcia Ramsland's "Organizing for Success" series.

The article discusses the growing availability of books on Internet-driven social networking, which have been published for Christian parents. The publications include "MySpace for Moms and Dads: A Guide to Understanding the Risks and the Rewards," by Connie Neal, "MySpace, MyKids: A Parent's Guide to Protecting Your Kids & Navigating MySpace.com," by Jason Illian and "Generation NeXt Parenting: A Savvy Parent's Guide to Getting It Right," by Tricia Goyer. INSET: From Book to Zine for Teens & Tweens.

The article reports on the growing interest in film and television adaptations of religious novels in the U.S. Most major Christian publishing houses have at least one novel that has been optioned for film. Director Michael Landon produced and directed two theatrical releases for 2007, including Francine Rivers' "The Last Sin Eater" and Beverly Lewis' "The Redemption of Sarah Cain." Nelson Fiction has three of its original novels being adapted for release.

The article features author Scott McKnight. The author has done academic titles with Eerdmans, Fortress, Westminster John Knox, Baker and Baylor University Press. In 2004, Paraclete has published his general-audience book The Jesus Creed. This book has enabled the author to find his wider audience and became a highly sought-after voice in the emerging church.

Reports on the 54th Christian Booksellers Association International Convention on July 12-17, 2003 in Orlando, Florida. Topics discussed; Speculation about the future of CBA Expo; Decline in the number of participating publishers; Reason for the decrease in the number of exhibitors.

Highlights the 12th annual Religious Booksellers Exhibit in Chicago, Illinois from May 27 to 30, 2003. Target participants of the exhibit; Analysis of the attendance at the exhibit; Reports of publishers on profits; Programs on publishing launched at the exhibit.

Presents an update on the CBA Expo convention in Indianapolis, Indiana from January 28 to 31, 2003. Decline in the participants and attendees of the exhibition; Views of CBA president Bill Anderson on the state of Christian bookselling industry in the U.S. in 2003; Concerns of Christian retailers over the bookselling industry in the U.S.; Other marketing consortiums that will hold its Christian product exposition in the U.S. in 2003.

The article focuses on marketing Christian fiction in e-book format when sales of Christian fiction books have declined. Topics covered include the impact of mining the backlist and promoting the book aggressively through curated e-book sale-alert services, the move by Harlequin's Love Inspired of offering novels in themed collections and the outcome of deep discounting for gaining readers.

The article examines the emergence of young-adult (YA) fiction in the Christian market. It was mentioned that a study indicated a 5.12% growth in juvenile and YA books in 2009 amidst the decline of overall book sales during the year. Several Christian publishers have started creating their own line of YA books, such as NavPress and Zondervan.

The article highlights the CBA Expo, the trade show of the Association of Evangelical Christian Retailers, which was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from January 29 to February 2, 2007. Attendance at the exposition was down by more than 20% from the previous year, and CBA president Bill Anderson said the association will be examining the reasons for the decline. Some publishing houses were absent, while others chose to come in a diminished capacity. The participation of Zondervan and Thomas Nelson is discussed.

The article reports on a meeting to be held by the Christian Booksellers Association to discuss whether the two annual conventions are needed in 2006. Publishers are concerned with the expenses of the two trade shows amidst business attrition. Attendance of book retailers has declined in 2005. The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association will conduct its last exhibitions.

Reports on the Religious Booksellers Trade Exhibit (RBTE) held in Saint Charles, Illinois on May 31-June 3, 2005. Reason behind the slow growth of the Catholic book market for a couple of years, according to Peter Dwyer of Liturgical Press; Total attendees; Publishers who chose to exhibit at RBTE for the first time.

Reports on the decision of the Parable Group, a marketing consortium for some independent Christian bookstores, to move to franchising and national branding. Details of how Parable members can participate in the franchise program; Aim of the franchise program; Reaction of some Parable members to the decision of the company to franchise.

Focuses on the religious graphic novels featured at the Book Expo America in Chicago, Illinois. Examples of graphic novels that deal with spiritual issues and generic religion; Books about faith, journeys and struggles; Information on the religious graphic novels created by children's religion publishers.

Reports on the result of the Religious Booksellers Trade Exhibit (RBTE) in Saint Charles, Illinois from June 1-4, 2004, to serve Catholic, Episcopal and other liturgical bookstores. Statement from Jeremy Langford, director of religious studies at Rowman & Littlefield about the RBTE; Background on Episcopal Church's publishing house CPI; Religious book titles offered at the exhibit.

Focuses on the Christian book publishers that participated at the 51st annual CBA International Convention, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 8-13, 2000. Resignation of Rolf Zettersten at Thomas Nelson Books; Four emerging directions for Nelson Books; Two Roman Catholic book publishers that expressed satisfaction with the show.

Highlights the annual joint meeting held by the American Academy of Religion and the Society of Biblical Literature in Atlanta, Georgia from November 22 to 25, 2003. Number of authors and publishers who have participated in the event; Topics tackled at the event; Overview of the financial performance of the religious publishing industry.