Easter books March 19, 2009
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Castle has four great titles for Easter that inform and inspire… buy all four titles and get a very special price.
Why Did Jesus Die? by Dick Tripp, ISBN 978-0-9582398-9-9. NZ$26.95rrp.
One of the most definitive books available worldwide on what the Bible says about the significance of the death of Jesus. Bible scholar and author J.I. Packer said of this book: “Dick Tripp combs the Scriptures to find and focus every reference to history’s most momentous event. Does a more thorough coverage of the biblical data exist anywhere? I doubt it.” This book is ideal for pastors and ministers researching their Easter messages, but is also written for every Christian wanting to discover the full extent of Christ’s amazing sacrifice.
The Art of Easter by Rawene Centre Artists, ISBN 0-473-10930-1. NZ$24.95rrp.
Presented in glossy, full colour, The Art of Easter makes an ideal gift for friends, family, or business colleagues. Beautifully crafted, this exquisite book presents a stunning collection of art, photography and sculpture by over 30 New Zealand artists, displaying their own interpretations of the Easter message.
Life After Death: Christianity’s Hope and Challenge / Welcome to the Future by Dick Tripp & Derek Eaton, ISBN 0-9582333-1-4. NZ$19.95rrp.
Two books in one that will give you a clearer picture of life after death. In the first part of this book Dick Tripp explores the hope and challenges that the afterlife provide for Christianity, while in the second part Bishop Derek Eaton examines the Christian concepts of the future, including death, resurrection, judgement, hell and heaven.
The Resurrection of Jesus by Murray Harris, ISBN 0-9583682-7-9, NZ$6.95rrp.
Do Christians really believe that Jesus came back to life after being crucified? And why does it matter? Murray Harris investigates the Christian perspective on the Resurrection and looks at the evidence. This Affirm booklet is easy to read and is an excellent introduction to the Easter message.
SPECIAL OFFER: Buy Why Did Jesus Die, The Art of Easter and Life After Death direct from Castle and pay just NZ$60 (+ postage), or add The Resurrection of Jesus and pay just NZ$65 (+ postage). That’s a total saving of nearly $20! Contact us to receive this special offer.
Two Lives, One Dream – a self-publishing success story March 2, 2009
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Late last year Castle worked on a superb book project called Two Lives, One Dream. It’s a really good book, and the author has been blown-away by just how much success it’s had. It’s a great example of a ’self-publisher’ and Castle working together to achieve wonderful results.
Originally designed as a way for Nancy McBride to tell her grandchildren about her late husband and the life they led together in Papua New Guinea, Two Lives, One Dream has become much more than that and is now undergoing its second printing. Nancy’s been inundated with emails and phone-calls from people who have appreciated the book. Read more about her story in our interview.
Nancy and her supporters were cautious about their project, making sure they didn’t over-commit themselves, and making use of Castle’s publishing expertise so that they didn’t risk going it alone.
Contact us if you would like to order a copy of Nancy’s book (NZ$22.95), or if you would like to discuss your book project.
Happy Christmas! December 17, 2008
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Christmas Gift Specials November 21, 2008
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Castle Publishing has some great Christmas gift ideas from the Castle Premier Classics range – superb holiday reading. And even better, from now until Christmas, we’re running super specials on some of these books. Contact us to order your Christmas gifts or New Zealand customers can visit their local Christian bookshop.
Passion & Fire by Nathan Shaw. NZ$24.95 now NZ$19.95! Ignite your passion for God. Nathan Shaw explores the depth and intimacy of a fiery relationship with God and inspires us to go deeper into that relationship. Revitalise your Christian life.
Beyond Death and Dishonour by Michiharu Shinya. NZ$24.95 now NZ$19.95! The incredible firsthand story of a Japanese naval lieutenant captured off the coast of Guadalcanal during WW2 and sent to a POW camp in New Zealand. He faces turbulent struggles in himself and in the camp, before finding God and being changed forever. A true classic.
Shooting the Globe by Maurice Harvey. NZ$29.95 now NZ$19.95! The exciting memoirs of former Bible Society photojournalist Maurice Harvey. Shooting the Globe takes us through the aftermath of the Bosnian War, the Rwandan Massacre and to some of the most remote places in the world. Gripping and poignant reading. Illustrated with Maurice’s stunning photographs.
Quiet Moments by Charlene Max. NZ$24.95 now NZ$19.95! A devotional written especially to help women find peace and rest with God in the busyness of life. There’s no better time than the Christmas holidays to escape the stress of life and encounter the gentle peace of God. Insightful, humourous and easy to read.
Reading the Funny Bible and other stories by Maurice Harvey. NZ$16.95 now NZ$14.95! A collection of stories by former Bible Society photojournalist Maurice Harvey about people from around the world who became Christians by reading the Bible. Exciting reading, this book demonstrates the power of God’s Word to transform lives.
Healthy, Happy, Free by Dr Lisa Dawson. NZ$12.95 now NZ$9.95! This booklet is a great handbook for you and your family. Dr Lisa Dawson explains in easy to follow steps how we can gain physical, emotional and spiritual health – what better way to start 2009? Recharge your batteries with this excellent guide that covers everything from diet to devotion by a fully qualified GP and mother of four.
Contact us for more info or visit your local Christian bookshop today!
New books September 11, 2008
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It gives me great pleasure to announce the release of some great new books distributed by Castle…
New Zealand Without God? by George Bryant is an insightful and unflinching examination of what New Zealand would lose if Christianity disappeared from the culture. It is written as a challenge to all New Zealanders – both Christian and non-Christian – and gives practical suggestions for negotiating New Zealand’s future.
George is a prolific author, uniquely qualified to write this book. Look out for an author interview with him to be posted on the blog in the next few days.
ISBN 978-0-473-13952-0. Only NZ$27.95 (recommended retail price). For enquiries and orders contact us, or contact one of these great bookshops to obtain a copy.
36 Questions by Rawiri Love and Geoff Vause is a brand new marriage preparation resource designed to help couples engage with the big issues. The book comes in two versions – ‘For Him’ and ‘For Her’ – intended to be used together. The books ask 36 Questions and give space for the reader to think about and write their response, sparking discussion and providing a solid groundwork for marriage.
An essential and useful resource for Christians and non-Christians.
ISBNs 978-0-473-13934-6 (36 Questions for Him) 978-0-473-13933-9 (36 Questions for Her). Only NZ$14.50 each (recommended retail price). For enquiries and orders contact us, or contact one of these great bookshops to obtain a copy.
Konnichi wa Kiwi April 28, 2008
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We here at Castle Publishing are excited to be launching an all-new Castle premier title: Konnichi wa Kiwi by OMF NZ Director Warren Payne. This a joint publishing effort between OMF and Castle Publishing.
Konnichi wa Kiwi is a really fascinating book. Primarily it is an autobiography in which Warren tells the story of how he and his young family served as missionaries in Japan between 1974 and 2000. It is an easy-to-read and often humorous account of what it’s like for an ordinary New Zealander to be faced with the cross-cultural challenges of a completely different culture.
Warren is passionate about seeing people go out into the mission field. So Konnichi wa Kiwi also includes study questions that will help people find God’s direction for their lives.
Warren is a brilliant and humble man who has been incredibly faithful in following God’s calling on his life. A few years ago he assisted in the publishing and promotion of the Castle classic Beyond Death and Dishonour by Michiharu Shinya. He talks about his experiences with that book in Konnichi wa Kiwi. It was great to be working with Warren again on this new book.
Konnichi wa Kiwi comes highly recommended, and is excellent value for money at just NZ$14.95 (rrp). For more info or to order copies, contact us. Ask for it at your local Christian bookshop.
Happy Easter March 20, 2008
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I was reading an entry in the classic daily devotional ‘My Utmost for His Highest’ by Oswald Chambers the other day and came across this excellent Easter quote…
“The bedrock of our Christian faith is the unmerited, fathomless marvel of the love of God exhibited on the Cross of Calvary, a love we never can and never shall merit. Paul says this is the reason we are more than conquerors in all these things, super-victors, with a joy we would not have but for the very things which look as if they are going to overwhelm us.”
On the Easter theme, we have two brilliant books that examine the death and resurrection of Jesus:
Why Did Jesus Die? by Dick Tripp was published by Castle Publishing last year. World-renowned writer, J.I. Packer said about this book, “Dick Tripp combs the Scriptures to find and focus every reference to history’s most momentous event. Does a more thorough coverage of the biblical data exist anywhere? I doubt it.” The book offers fascinating insights into the death of Jesus. The strongest impression I got from the book was the fact that the death of Jesus is the central moment of the Bible. Everything in the Old Testament leads up to that event, and everything following the death and resurrection is a result of it. I highly recommend this book – it’ll open your eyes up to the full scope of the Easter story.
Another excellent Easter title is The Art of Easter. This provides another way of looking at the truths of the death and resurrection. The Art of Easter is a beautifully presented coffee table book featuring contemporary New Zealand Christian art, based on the traditional Stations of the Cross, insightfully and creatively interpreted.
The impact of these two books can flow on beyond just Easter weekend. Both are available in New Zealand from your local Christian bookshop. Why Did Jesus Die? is just $26.95 and The Art of Easter just $24.95. Or order copies direct from Castle by contacting us.
Have a wonderful Easter!
Merry Christmas! December 18, 2007
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Our new blog August 27, 2007
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