Best 20 Christian Fiction of 2011: African-American

Christian Fiction Blog is proud to announce the 2011 top 20 Christian Fiction Novels written by African American writers. We spotlight these books, because most Christian media and Christian bookstore chains  don’t for reasons we cannot fathom. Congrats to these authors and continue to spread the Gospel to the Church Universal..
To see the all the book covers showcased visit our pinterest white board. This list is not in any order or rank.

1. Sharon Ewell Foster, The Resurrection of Nat Turner: The Witness
2. Booker T. Mattinson ,Snitch
3. Vanessa Miller, A Promise of Forever Love
4. Shana Burton, Catt Chasin
5. Kim Cash Tate, Cherished
6. Patricia Haley, Broken
7. Serita Jakes, The Crossing
8. Vanessa Davis Griggs, Redeeming Waters
9. Tia McCollors, Steppin into The Good Life
10. Pat G’orge Walker, No Ordinary Noel
11. Kendra Norman Bellamy, Upon This Rock
12. Michelle Simpson, Someone to Watch Over Me
13. Claudia Mair Burney, Exorsistah: X Restored
14. Sherryle Kiser Jackson, Taylor Made
15. Rhonda Bowen, Man Enough for Me
16. Victoria Christopher Murray The Deal, The Dance, and the Devil
17. Reshonda Tate Billingsley, Say Amen Again
18. Kimberla Lawson Roby, To Love, Honor and Betray
19. Shelia Goss, Delilah
20. Cheryl Faye, Who Said it Would Be Easy

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March Christian Fiction TBR List

 

 

Hi, Christian Fiction Buddies. This month there are many great Christian Fiction novels releasing. I want to spotlight five that you should consider to add to your To Be Read (TBR) List. Enjoy!

1. Leslie Sherrod’s Secret Place.
2. Sibela Giorello The Mountains Bow Down
3. Nicole Seitz The Inheritance of Beauty
4. Siri Mitchell A Heart Most Worthy
5. Deborah Bedford His Other Wife
6. Lisa Harris Blood Covenant
7. Jill Eileen Smith Bathsheba
8. Kendra Norman Bellamy
9. Mesu Andrews Love Among the Ashes
10. Gilbert Morris The Crossing

Booklist Top 10 of 2010

This week Booklist Announced its Top 10 of 2010 Inspirational Fiction. In gist they are below:

1. The Bishop. By Steven James. 2010. Revell,

Deceit. By Brandilyn Collins. 2010. Zondervan,

Fatal Convictions. By Randy Singer. 2010. Tyndale

Her Mother’s Hope. By Francine Rivers. 2010. Tyndale,

A Hope Undaunted. By Julie Lessman. 2010. Revell.

I Shall Not Want: The Psalm 23 Mysteries. By Debbie Viguie. 2010. Abingdon.

Maid to Match. By Deeanne Gist. 2010.

A Memory between Us. By Sarah Sundin. 2010. Revell,

More Church Folk. By Michele Andrea Bowen. 2010. Grand Central.

The Voyage of Promise. By Kay Marshall Strom. 2010. Abingdon,

Click here to read more about these books.

Christian Fiction Blog will share it’s Top Ten 2010 in time for Thanksgiving.  We are also accepting nominations for Fan Favorite and Book Club Favorites for 2010. Leave your nominations here or on our Facebook Fan Page.

October 2010 Top Ten

We are proud to announce our top ten Christian book releases for October 2010.

1. The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration by Isabel Wilkerson

The list author says:"Isabel Wilkerson is an authority on African-American History. I've been a fan of her work for years. Learn the story of our migration to the West."

 

2. Medical Error (Prescription for Trouble Series #2) by Richard L. Mabry MD

"When a medical doctor pens a medical thriller you must take notice. Mabry never disappoints me."

3. Last Temptation by Michelle Stimpson

"Been waiting for this book for a while. My book club friends have been talking about it. Hope it lives up to our expectation."

4. Halo by Alexandra Adornetto

"Now this isn't a CBA title, but it's theme is based on angel mythology, which I think is a topic we need to be aware of, especially if we have Teen kids."

5.A Girl Named Mister by Nikki Grimes

"I am so excited about this book. Nikki is one of my favorite children authors. Excited about her relationship with Zondervan."

6.Torment (Fallen) by Lauren Kate

"another YA novel about angel mythology."

7.Long Time Coming by Vanessa Miller

"Vanessa is a great writer and sweet lady to meet. So proud of her. You will enjoy this week."

8.Dragons of the Valley: A Novel by Donita K. Paul

"Donita Paul is a great fantasy writer. I'm a huge fan. Come join her worlds."

9. Her Daughter's Dream (Marta's Legacy) by Francine Rivers

"Who doesn't enjoy a Francine Rivers novel?"

10.  Black Megachurch Culture: Models for Education and Empowerment (Black Studies & Critical Thinking) by Sandra L. Barnes

"a must read"

September 2010 Top Ten Christian Fiction

Christian Fiction Blog is proud to announce our top ten book releases for September 2010.

1.  Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self by Danielle Evans

The list author says:

"Critically acclaimed author Danielle Evans gives us eight stories that will make you think about them long after the story is over."

(2 customer reviews)

2.  The Reluctant Prophet: A Novel (The Reluctant Prophet Series) by Nancy Rue

The list author says:

"Allison Chamberlan's brand new Harley takes her own a journey her spirit will never forget."

(1 customer review)

3.  Faithful by Kim Cash Tate

The list author says:

"Kim writes a sweet, heart-tugger about a big sister, who watches her little sister marry the day of her 40th birthday."

$10.19
5 customer reviews)

4.  Catching Moondrops by Jennifer Erin Valent

The list author says:

"Jennifer Erin Valent's finale to her historical trilogy. Tensions arise when an African American doctor comes to town and gets involved with Jessilyn's friend Gemma."

$8.76

5.  The Bridge of Peace (Ada's House, Book 2) by Cindy Woodsmall

The list author says:

"Cindy Woodsmall at her best, sharing contemporary Amish life with us."

 

6.  Don't Blame the Devil by Pat G'Orge-Walker

The list author says:

"Pat has taken it up a notch. This story will be a crowd pleaser and a belly roll."

(3 customer reviews)

7.  Medical Error (Prescription for Trouble Series) by Richard Mabry MD

The list author says:

"Richard introduced himself to me last year and I'm so glad he did. This man can write a pageturning thrill ride set in an ER."

(1 customer review)

8.  Soon After by Sherryle Kiser Jackson

The list author says:

"One of the hardest working women in Christian fiction Sherryle brings us a sequel to her debut, Soon and Very Soon."

9.  Reinventing Rachel: A Novel by Alison Strobel

The list author says:

"So many young adult Christians walking away from church when their hearts are broken. Rachel Westing does that after her fiance cheats on her. I like how Alison took a real issue and gave it a voice."

10.  The Truth Is The Light (Blessed Trinity) by Vanessa Davis Griggs

The list author says:

"Outside of the beautiful cover in this Blessed Trinity series aren't you curious to know what's being hidden and what must come to light?"

(2 customer reviews)

August Top Ten

We are proud to announce Christian Fiction Blog’s August 2010 Top Ten Releases. These books were selected based on bookstore recommendations, our blog community buzz, book review ratings, bookclub queries, and our seal of approval. This list is not an ordered list, just the top ten.

 

Love for Tomorrow (Second Chance at Love #2) by Vanessa Miller
$9.99

Vigilante's Bride, The by Yvonne L. Harris
$10.19   Used & New from: $9.76
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Winning in Troubled Times: God's Solutions for Victory Over Life's Toughest Challenges by Creflo A. Dollar
$14.84
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Premiere (On the Runway) by Melody Carlson
$9.99   Used & New from: $0.58
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More Church Folk by Michele Andrea Bowen
$16.49   Used & New from: $13.90
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Resurrection in May by Lisa Samson
$10.19   Used & New from: $9.00
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The Fearfully and Wonderfully Made Diamond by Chizelle T. Archie
$19.99   Used & New from: $16.95
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The Bridge of Peace: A Novel (An Ada's House Novel) by Cindy Woodsmall
$9.44
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Naomi and Her Daughters: A Novel by Walter Wangerin Jr.
$11.99   Used & New from: $9.99

The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven: A Remarkable Account of Miracles, Angels, and Life beyond This World by Kevin Malarkey
$14.61   Used & New from: $13.98

To be considered, please have your publicist contact me three to six months before your release date.

July 2010 Top Ten Christian Fiction Books Announced

Christian Fiction is proud to announce it's July Top Ten 2010 Picks. This list is also featured on Amazon.com at July 2010 Top Ten Christian Fiction. Click on the title to learn more about these great books.
1.  Holy Rollers by ReShonda Tate Billingsley
"Four former baller groupies/girlfriends set their sites on marrying megachurch ministers (Gallery.)"


2.  The Crimson Cipher: Susan Page Davis by Susan Page Davis
"Navy female Cryptopher teams up with a Lieutenant to find her father’s killer and defend the US against German sabotage (Summerside.)"

3.  Perfectly Dateless: A Universally Misunderstood Novel by Kristin Billerbeck
"YA.  Sheltered teen Daisy Crispin wants to attend senior prom like the rest of her class, but she needs to get away from her overly religious parents (Revell.)"


4.  Flaws and All by Shana Burton
"Faith, family, and friendship have always been top priority to lifelong friends Lawson, Reginell, Sullivan, Angel, and Kina, but each one is about to be put to the test during one turbulent year.(Urban)


5.  Back on Murder (A Roland March Mystery)
by J. Mark Bertrand
"Burned out Detective Roland March is put back on the murder squad when he finds evidence of a prominent missing teen and her connection with the death of a drug dealer (Bethany House.)"
6.  A Woman's Revenge by Rhonda McKnight
"Sherri L. Lewis, Rhonda McKnight, Tiffany L. Warren’s A Woman’s Revenge. Three women struggle with faith, love, betrayal and revenge. (3 Sisters)"

7.  Never Without Hope by Michelle Sutton
"Hope fights to save her marriage after her indiscretion is discovered (Sword of the Spirit.)"


8.  Love Finds You in Victory Heights, Washington
by Tricia Goyer
"Rosalie Madison needs to move forward after losing her brother and fiancee to WWII, but her faith in the future is flawed.(Summerside)"

9.  Claim: A Novel of Colorado (The Homeward Trilogy) by Lisa Tawn Bergren
"(My Bubble Bath & a Good Book Pick) Final of the Homeward Historical Trilogy. (David C. Cook.)"


10.  Destined by Patricia Haley
"Brothers, Don and Joel, are still battling for control of their father's multi-million dollar ministry. (Gallery)"