Biography & Memoir Finalists

Acclaimed neurosurgeon Warren assumed he could accurately predict the outcome for his patients. But it became far more personal when his own family experienced an unimaginable tragedy. As he relates stories of real-life medical drama, he takes a raw, honest look at how we can find light during our darkest hours. 272 pages, hardcover from Waterbrook.

Dutch Calvinist theologian Herman Bavinck, a significant voice in the development of Protestant theology, remains relevant many years after his death. His four-volume Reformed Dogmatics is one of the most important theological works of the twentieth century.

James Eglinton is widely considered to be at the forefront of contemporary interest in Bavinck's life and thought. After spending considerable time in the Netherlands researching Bavinck, Eglinton brings to light a wealth of new insights and previously unpublished documents to offer a definitive biography of this renowned Reformed thinker.

Discover the heart and soul of one of the most influential women in modern church history! Best-selling author Vaughn uses Elliot's private, unpublished journals and candid interviews with Elisabeth's family and friends to tell the story of a sensitive, radical, and surprisingly relatable believer utterly submitted to doing God's will. Foreword by Joni Eareckson Tada. 320 pages, hardcover from B&H.

From a single-wide trailer in the mountains of rural West Virginia to the halls of Yale Law School, Marantz's story is one of deep roots, resilience, and faith. Blending wit and hard-won wisdom, she encourages readers that "God does his best work in the muddy, messy, and broken---if only we will learn to dig in." 272 pages, hardcover from Revell.

The History of Apologetics is a survey of the great defenders of the faith throughout the ages. Each chapter unpacks the work of a well-known apologist, examining methodology, approach within their own cultural and theological context, and contributions to the field. It includes studies of Irenaeus, Origen, Athanasius, Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, Pascal, Edwards, Newman, Kierkegaard, Chesterton, Sayers, Lewis, Bonhoeffer, Zacharias, Keller, and others.

A powerful testament to making peace with unhealed wounds! With gut-wrenching honesty, hip-hop artist Lecrae shares never-before-told stories about the devastating effects sexual abuse, physical trauma, addiction, and depression had on his faith---and how he found a new relationship with God. Follow his transformational practices and remember that God is not done with you yet! 192 pages, hardcover from Zondervan.