In time for the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, Paraclete Press releases the first title in its new imprint for Franciscan spirituality. San Damiano Books will publish for children as well as adults, fiction and nonfiction, spirituality and practical theology, books by vowed Franciscans and laypeople/writers—all with a passion for the spirit of Saints Francis and Clare.
St. Francis and the Animals: A Mother Bird’s Story
by Phil Gallery, illustrated by Sibyl MacKenzie
(8.5×11, 32 pp. Hardcover / ISBN: 978-1-61261-973-6 / $17.99 / October 4, 2018)
“Stunning illustrations and engaging text. This book is sure to spark valuable conversations.”
—Fr. Pat McCloskey, OFM, Franciscan Editor, St. Anthony Messenger
If the animal kingdom can understand the life and teachings of the world’s most famous saint, so can children, who will be delighted by this simple, beautiful book for the ages.
Francis of Assisi In His Own Words: The Essential Writings, 2nd edition
by Jon M. Sweeney
(5×7.5, 160 pp. Trade paper / ISBN: 978-1-64060-019-5 / $16.99 / October 23, 2018)
“A very good translation of [Francis’] original writings, in words that we can now appreciate.” —Richard Rohr, OFM
Sweeney has expanded his bestselling compilation to include six additional writings such as: “The Form of Life He Wished for Clare,” “The Sermon to the Birds,” and “The Source of True Joy.” An expanded introduction and notes add historical and theological context.
Authors under contract for 2019 include two more books for children; Wendy Murray with a new biography of St. Clare; and multi-platinum recording artist John Michael Talbot reflecting on Francis of Assisi’s “Sermon on the Mount” by looking at one of the saint’s lesser-known writings, “The Admonitions”; and Amid Passing Things: Life, Prayer, and Relationship with God by new author Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR.
