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Get Started with Christian Fiction

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Looking to get into Christian fiction? Try some of these books out, and then click on the author's name to see what else you can read by them. While Christian fiction can fall into a number of genres, the uniting thread is a Christian worldview. Obviously, this list is not exhaustive, but it's a great starting-off point. (Not interested in the format listed? You can also click on each book to see what other formats they come in.)

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Redeeming Love

Redeeming Love

A Novel

by Rivers, Francine

Book - 2020

This romance novel is a standout in Christian fiction and is a retelling of the Biblical story of Hosea set in the American Old West and has been adapted into a soon-to-be released movie. This romance novel is a standout in Christian fiction and is a retelling of the Biblical story of Hosea set in the American Old West and has been adapted into a soon-to-be released movie. Show less

This romance novel is a standout in Christian fiction and is a retelling of the Biblical story of Hosea set in the American Old West and has been adapted into a soon-to-be released movie. This romance novel is a standout in Christian fiction and is a retelling of the Biblical story of Hosea set in the American Old West and has been adapted into a soon-to-be released movie. Show less

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An Unlikely Proposal

An Unlikely Proposal

by Shiloh, Toni

Paperback - 2021

The Love Inspired imprint of Harlequin focuses on Christian romance, whether it is historical or contemporary, like this title. The Love Inspired imprint of Harlequin focuses on Christian romance, whether it is historical or contemporary, like this title. Show less

The Love Inspired imprint of Harlequin focuses on Christian romance, whether it is historical or contemporary, like this title. The Love Inspired imprint of Harlequin focuses on Christian romance, whether it is historical or contemporary, like this title. Show less

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Gilead

Gilead

by Robinson, Marilynne

Book - 2004

A more literary example of Christian fiction, Gilead won the Pulitzer Prize and tells the story of a pastor looking back on his life. A more literary example of Christian fiction, Gilead won the Pulitzer Prize and tells the story of a pastor looking back on his life. Show less

A more literary example of Christian fiction, Gilead won the Pulitzer Prize and tells the story of a pastor looking back on his life. A more literary example of Christian fiction, Gilead won the Pulitzer Prize and tells the story of a pastor looking back on his life. Show less

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The Shack

The Shack

A Novel

by Young, William P.

Book - 2007

Years after his daughter is abducted on a family vacation and evidence of her brutal murder is found in a shack, Mackenzie Philips receives an invitation ...Show more Years after his daughter is abducted on a family vacation and evidence of her brutal murder is found in a shack, Mackenzie Philips receives an invitation from God that leads him on a journey of confronting the past and healing. This contemporary Christian fiction novel has been adapted into a 2017 movie. Show less

Years after his daughter is abducted on a family vacation and evidence of her brutal murder is found in a shack, Mackenzie Philips receives an invitation ...Show more Years after his daughter is abducted on a family vacation and evidence of her brutal murder is found in a shack, Mackenzie Philips receives an invitation from God that leads him on a journey of confronting the past and healing. This contemporary Christian fiction novel has been adapted into a 2017 movie. Show less

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Airborne

Airborne

by Mills, DiAnn

Book - 2020

If you haven't had enough of the pandemic yet... This Christian mystery/suspense novel is about an infectious illness breaking out on a transatlantic flight. If you haven't had enough of the pandemic yet... This Christian mystery/suspense novel is about an infectious illness breaking out on a transatlantic flight. Show less

If you haven't had enough of the pandemic yet... This Christian mystery/suspense novel is about an infectious illness breaking out on a transatlantic flight. If you haven't had enough of the pandemic yet... This Christian mystery/suspense novel is about an infectious illness breaking out on a transatlantic flight. Show less

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Pilgrim's Progress

Pilgrim's Progress

by Bunyan, John

Streaming Audiobook - 2018

Want to trace some of the history of Christian fiction? This allegorical tale was first published in 1678 and at one time was second only to the Bible in ...Show more Want to trace some of the history of Christian fiction? This allegorical tale was first published in 1678 and at one time was second only to the Bible in popularity. Another older Christian fiction title is Ben-Hur, which remains popular largely because of the Charlton Heston movie adaptation. Show less

Want to trace some of the history of Christian fiction? This allegorical tale was first published in 1678 and at one time was second only to the Bible in ...Show more Want to trace some of the history of Christian fiction? This allegorical tale was first published in 1678 and at one time was second only to the Bible in popularity. Another older Christian fiction title is Ben-Hur, which remains popular largely because of the Charlton Heston movie adaptation. Show less

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The Chronicles of Narnia

The Chronicles of Narnia

by Lewis, C. S.

Book - 2001

C.S. Lewis's popular Narnia series is loved by kids and adults alike. He also wrote other Christian fiction such as the allegorical The Great Divorce and a sci-fi series called The Space Trilogy (which begins with Out of the Silent Planet). C.S. Lewis's popular Narnia series is loved by kids and adults alike. He also wrote other Christian fiction such as the allegorical The Great Divorce and a sci-fi series called The Space Trilogy (which begins with Out of the Silent Planet). Show less

C.S. Lewis's popular Narnia series is loved by kids and adults alike. He also wrote other Christian fiction such as the allegorical The Great Divorce and a sci-fi series called The Space Trilogy (which begins with Out of the Silent Planet). C.S. Lewis's popular Narnia series is loved by kids and adults alike. He also wrote other Christian fiction such as the allegorical The Great Divorce and a sci-fi series called The Space Trilogy (which begins with Out of the Silent Planet). Show less

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Christy

Christy

Christy Series, Book 1

by Marshall, Catherine

Downloadable Audiobook - 2010

Inspired by the story of Catherine's mother, who was a missionary in rural Appalachia, this book also inspired the annual Christy Award, which was established in 1999 to acknowledge the value and impact of the novel of faith in contemporary culture. Inspired by the story of Catherine's mother, who was a missionary in rural Appalachia, this book also inspired the annual Christy Award, which was established in 1999 to acknowledge the value and impact of the novel of faith in contemporary culture. Show less

Inspired by the story of Catherine's mother, who was a missionary in rural Appalachia, this book also inspired the annual Christy Award, which was established in 1999 to acknowledge the value and impact of the novel of faith in contemporary culture. Inspired by the story of Catherine's mother, who was a missionary in rural Appalachia, this book also inspired the annual Christy Award, which was established in 1999 to acknowledge the value and impact of the novel of faith in contemporary culture. Show less

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The Edge of Belonging

The Edge of Belonging

by Cox, Amanda

Book - 2020

The Edge of Belonging won the Christy Award in 2021. The Edge of Belonging won the Christy Award in 2021. Show less

The Edge of Belonging won the Christy Award in 2021. The Edge of Belonging won the Christy Award in 2021. Show less

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Left Behind

Left Behind

A Novel of the Earth's Last Days

by LaHaye, Tim

Book - 1995

The Left Behind Books gained popularity for their interpretation of the apocalypse in the Biblical book of Revelation. The Left Behind Books gained popularity for their interpretation of the apocalypse in the Biblical book of Revelation. Show less

The Left Behind Books gained popularity for their interpretation of the apocalypse in the Biblical book of Revelation. The Left Behind Books gained popularity for their interpretation of the apocalypse in the Biblical book of Revelation. Show less

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Lean on Me

Lean on Me

by Simmons, Pat

Book - 2020

Looking for a more, gritty realistic portrayal of faith? Urban Christian fiction usually portrays the everyday lives of the minority classes that depict t...Show more Looking for a more, gritty realistic portrayal of faith? Urban Christian fiction usually portrays the everyday lives of the minority classes that depict their vivid and emotional conflicts that mix God, faith and the Urban Church. Some other authors to try in Urban Christian fiction include: Lutishia Lovely, Victoria Christopher Murray, and Kimberla Lawson Roby. Show less

Looking for a more, gritty realistic portrayal of faith? Urban Christian fiction usually portrays the everyday lives of the minority classes that depict t...Show more Looking for a more, gritty realistic portrayal of faith? Urban Christian fiction usually portrays the everyday lives of the minority classes that depict their vivid and emotional conflicts that mix God, faith and the Urban Church. Some other authors to try in Urban Christian fiction include: Lutishia Lovely, Victoria Christopher Murray, and Kimberla Lawson Roby. Show less

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Through the Storm

Through the Storm

by Miller, Vanessa

Paperback - 2012

Vanessa Miller also writes Urban Christian fiction. Vanessa Miller also writes Urban Christian fiction. Show less

Vanessa Miller also writes Urban Christian fiction. Vanessa Miller also writes Urban Christian fiction. Show less

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A.D. 30

A.D. 30

by Dekker, Ted

Book - 2014

Some Christian fiction books tell fictional stories of people who lived in Biblical times and/or met Jesus. (Also check out Tessa Afshar and Francine Rive...Show more Some Christian fiction books tell fictional stories of people who lived in Biblical times and/or met Jesus. (Also check out Tessa Afshar and Francine Rivers.) Ted Dekker also writes across genres and authored the popular Christian sci-fi/ fantasy books called The Circle Series. Show less

Some Christian fiction books tell fictional stories of people who lived in Biblical times and/or met Jesus. (Also check out Tessa Afshar and Francine Rive...Show more Some Christian fiction books tell fictional stories of people who lived in Biblical times and/or met Jesus. (Also check out Tessa Afshar and Francine Rivers.) Ted Dekker also writes across genres and authored the popular Christian sci-fi/ fantasy books called The Circle Series. Show less

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The Secret Chord

The Secret Chord

A Novel

by Brooks, Geraldine

Downloadable Audiobook - 2015

Brooks' historical novel tells the story of King David from the Bible. Brooks' historical novel tells the story of King David from the Bible. Show less

Brooks' historical novel tells the story of King David from the Bible. Brooks' historical novel tells the story of King David from the Bible. Show less

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Love Comes Softly

Love Comes Softly

by Oke, Janette

Book - 2019

This is the first in a popular historical Christian fiction series and has also been adapted as a series of Hallmark movies. If you like Janette Oke, also try Tracie Peterson's historical books. This is the first in a popular historical Christian fiction series and has also been adapted as a series of Hallmark movies. If you like Janette Oke, also try Tracie Peterson's historical books. Show less

This is the first in a popular historical Christian fiction series and has also been adapted as a series of Hallmark movies. If you like Janette Oke, also try Tracie Peterson's historical books. This is the first in a popular historical Christian fiction series and has also been adapted as a series of Hallmark movies. If you like Janette Oke, also try Tracie Peterson's historical books. Show less

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Short-Straw Bride

Short-Straw Bride

by Witemeyer, Karen

eBook - 2012

Christian historical romance authors include Karen Witemeyer, Tamara Alexander, and Lori Copeland. Christian historical romance authors include Karen Witemeyer, Tamara Alexander, and Lori Copeland. Show less

Christian historical romance authors include Karen Witemeyer, Tamara Alexander, and Lori Copeland. Christian historical romance authors include Karen Witemeyer, Tamara Alexander, and Lori Copeland. Show less

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Truly, Madly, Deeply

Truly, Madly, Deeply

A Novel

by Kingsbury, Karen

Book - 2020

Christian contemprary romance authors include Karen Kingsbury, Debbie Macomber, and Robin Lee Hatcher. Christian contemprary romance authors include Karen Kingsbury, Debbie Macomber, and Robin Lee Hatcher. Show less

Christian contemprary romance authors include Karen Kingsbury, Debbie Macomber, and Robin Lee Hatcher. Christian contemprary romance authors include Karen Kingsbury, Debbie Macomber, and Robin Lee Hatcher. Show less

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The Love Letters

The Love Letters

by Lewis, Beverly

Book - 2015

Amish Christian fiction is a subgenre all of its own. Among others, check out authors Beverly Lewis, Cindy Woodsmall, Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Castillo (the last of whom writes Amish thrillers, too). Amish Christian fiction is a subgenre all of its own. Among others, check out authors Beverly Lewis, Cindy Woodsmall, Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Castillo (the last of whom writes Amish thrillers, too). Show less

Amish Christian fiction is a subgenre all of its own. Among others, check out authors Beverly Lewis, Cindy Woodsmall, Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Castillo (the last of whom writes Amish thrillers, too). Amish Christian fiction is a subgenre all of its own. Among others, check out authors Beverly Lewis, Cindy Woodsmall, Wanda Brunstetter, and Linda Castillo (the last of whom writes Amish thrillers, too). Show less

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Tending Roses

Tending Roses

by Wingate, Lisa

Book - 2001

Contemporary Christian fiction can cover a wide array of themes. Check out Charles Martin, Richard Paul Evans, or Wm Paul Young for some more examples. Contemporary Christian fiction can cover a wide array of themes. Check out Charles Martin, Richard Paul Evans, or Wm Paul Young for some more examples. Show less

Contemporary Christian fiction can cover a wide array of themes. Check out Charles Martin, Richard Paul Evans, or Wm Paul Young for some more examples. Contemporary Christian fiction can cover a wide array of themes. Check out Charles Martin, Richard Paul Evans, or Wm Paul Young for some more examples. Show less

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At Home in Mitford

At Home in Mitford

by Karon, Jan

Book - 1994

The Mitford books are a popular series of Christian-themed books focusing on the life of a small-town rector, Father Tim. The Mitford books are a popular series of Christian-themed books focusing on the life of a small-town rector, Father Tim. Show less

The Mitford books are a popular series of Christian-themed books focusing on the life of a small-town rector, Father Tim. The Mitford books are a popular series of Christian-themed books focusing on the life of a small-town rector, Father Tim. Show less

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The Kremlin Conspiracy

The Kremlin Conspiracy

by Rosenberg, Joel C.

Book - 2018

The first in a political thriller series featuring Marcus Ryker. If you like mystery thrillers, also check out authors Dee Henderson, Jonathan Cahn, and Terri Blackstock. The first in a political thriller series featuring Marcus Ryker. If you like mystery thrillers, also check out authors Dee Henderson, Jonathan Cahn, and Terri Blackstock. Show less

The first in a political thriller series featuring Marcus Ryker. If you like mystery thrillers, also check out authors Dee Henderson, Jonathan Cahn, and Terri Blackstock. The first in a political thriller series featuring Marcus Ryker. If you like mystery thrillers, also check out authors Dee Henderson, Jonathan Cahn, and Terri Blackstock. Show less

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The Skin Map

The Skin Map

by Lawhead, Stephen

eBook - 2011

Interested in time travel and ley lines? This is the Christian fantasy book for you! Interested in time travel and ley lines? This is the Christian fantasy book for you! Show less

Interested in time travel and ley lines? This is the Christian fantasy book for you! Interested in time travel and ley lines? This is the Christian fantasy book for you! Show less

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Hidden Current

Hidden Current

by Hinck, Sharon

Book - 2020

An example of Christian Fiction Fantasy set in another world. An example of Christian Fiction Fantasy set in another world. Show less

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Bring on the Blessings

Bring on the Blessings

by Jenkins, Beverly

Book - 2009

Some books fall more under the category of faith-based or inspiration fiction. Often in these books, the characters' faith is more of a character trait th...Show more Some books fall more under the category of faith-based or inspiration fiction. Often in these books, the characters' faith is more of a character trait than a plotting device. In this one, Bernadine Brown sees it as a sign from God to use her divorce settlement to buy and rebuild a town that had been settled by African Americans in the 1880s. Show less

Some books fall more under the category of faith-based or inspiration fiction. Often in these books, the characters' faith is more of a character trait th...Show more Some books fall more under the category of faith-based or inspiration fiction. Often in these books, the characters' faith is more of a character trait than a plotting device. In this one, Bernadine Brown sees it as a sign from God to use her divorce settlement to buy and rebuild a town that had been settled by African Americans in the 1880s. Show less

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The Lord of the Rings

The Lord of the Rings

by Tolkien, J. R. R.

Book - 1994

Tolkien's Catholic Christianity was a major influence in his popular Lord of the Rings series. Tolkien's Catholic Christianity was a major influence in his popular Lord of the Rings series. Show less

Tolkien's Catholic Christianity was a major influence in his popular Lord of the Rings series. Tolkien's Catholic Christianity was a major influence in his popular Lord of the Rings series. Show less

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