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The article discusses the classification and shelving of inspirational literature by libraries and booksellers. Particular focus is given to the impact of readers' interest in spirituality, as opposed to religion, on classification. Details on the BISAC subject headings used by publishers to categorize titles and the Dewey Decimal System of classification used in some libraries are presented. Other topics include personal growth literature, fiction, and memoirs.

The article suggests that there is a widening acceptance of the spirituality and inspirational category in the publishing industry as of April 2014, with a focus on titles by various publishers. Topics include spirituality titles to be published by independent publisher Llewellyn Worldwide, the impending publication of Baptiste de Pape's book "The Power of the Heart: Finding Your True Purpose," to be published by Atria, and religious titles. INSETS: Let's Get Spiritual;The Spirit World;Life and Death.

The article discusses books dealing with the topics of spirituality and religion including "The Reckless Way of Love", "Days of Awe and Wonder" and "Set in Stone".

An introduction to a series of reviews of books on religion and spirituality is presented.

Discusses the creativity and diversity caused in publishing by a shift toward individual spiritual expression. A brief history of American religion and its influence on books that get published; Titles including, `The Secular City,' by Harvey Cox; `The Death of God,' by Thomas Altizer; `To a Dancing God,' by Sam Keen; `The Road Less Traveled,' by M. Scott Peck; `When Bad Things Happen to Good People,' by Harold Kushner; Others.

Reports on the boom of spirituality-oriented books in 1994 in place of recovery-oriented books. Previous strong performance of recovery-oriented books; Sales decline of recovery-oriented titles; Hazelden's titles; Health Communications; Manifestations of the sales decline of recovery-oriented books; Ballantine; Bestsellers with spirituality as theme. INSET: The power of positive publishing...

Discusses the importance of the backlist business to religion and spirituality publishing. Religious books published at Harper San Francisco that have gained popularity; Information on the book "Good Grief," by Granger Westberg; Characteristics of a good backlist. INSETS: Retailers on Backlist;Lasting Backlist: A Wide-ranging Sampler.

Focuses on books on contemplative spirituality. Reason for the public response to contemplative literature; Books which promoted interest in contemplative spirituality; Discussion on shelving problems; Sample of works.

Focuses on several books that are reviving traditional monastic prayers and practices in the United States. Views on the interest of publishers, booksellers and readers on books about spirituality; Details on some books on Western contemplation and monasticism.

The article discusses the trend of Americans declaring no specific religious affiliation, focusing on the potential impacts on publishers of religion and spirituality topics. Evangelical Christian publishers such as Howard Books, Baker Books, and Jericho Books increasingly market their works as spiritual rather than religious. Other topics include the launch of the progressive Christian imprint Convergent Books by Random House, books addressing wellness, and books about Eastern religions.

Announces the availability of several books on spirituality. 'Circle of the Soul,' by Anne Carroll Decker; 'Honest to God. A Change of Heart That Can Change the World,' by Neale Donald Walsch and Brad Blanton; 'Living Enlightenment. A Call for Evolution Beyond Ego,' by Andrew Cohen and foreword by Ken Wilber.

Offers a look at the market growth for religious fiction. Programs launched to reach young adults; Book titles dealing with religion and spirituality; Exhibitions on the religious, spiritual and inspirational section of the BookExpo America 2000.

The article focuses on the popularity of books that deal with the existence of heaven and the afterlife. Topics include the criticism of such books as 'heaven tourism,' how such books are marketed by publishing companies, and the sales of books that deal with religion, spirituality, and the afterlife.

The article presents an interview with author Dean Koontz. The article looks at the spiritual themes in Koontz's work, "Odd Apocalypse," the fifth book in the Odd Thomas book series, and the movie adaptation of of "Odd Thomas." Koontz also discusses his involvement with the Canine Companions for Independence service dog organization.

The article presents an interview with author Rachel Joyce. Topics include Joyce's inspiration for her novel "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry," how her prior careers as a playwright and actress supported her writing ability, and the symbolism behind themes of spirituality, personal discovery, and enlightenment in her book.

Reports on the introduction of the HarperCollins Spiritual Classic book selections by Harper San Francisco. Retail price of the selections; Titles of the books.

Focuses on the growth in demand for mind-body-spirit or New Age literatures in the book distributors market. Success of Weiser Wholesale in the New Age area; Activity of Bookpeople in the New Age category; Strength of DeVorss and Company in the category.

Deals with the popularity of New Age mind-and-body topics among book publishers. Target number of titles of Sterling Inc. on its Vega imprints for the fall of 2002; Expansion made by Hampton Roads Publishing Co. in its series of classic metaphysical texts; Step taken by Simon & Schuster Inc. toward the New Age market.

Presents a listing of books that are religious bestsellers for the week of April 13, 1998. `Just As I Am,' by Billy Graham; `Left Behind,' by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins; `Conversations with God, Book 1,' by Neale Donald Walsch; `Amazing Grace: A Vocabulary of Faith,' by Kathleen Norris; Others.