Books Published by TAN Books

Mary Magdalen, is an in-depth analysis of the inspiring life of Saint Mary Magdalen. This divinely-inspired work draws upon Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich’s sacred visions—the most comprehensive source on the life of this great sinner and penitent—bringing to light heretofore unknown details, backed by The Life of Jesus Christ as its source. From her life as a young girl of nine, to her extravagant wardrobe and second repentance upon falling back into sin; from her powerful exorcism performe...

In this book, St. Ildephonsus of Toledo provides a powerful, imaginative, and lyrical set of meditations on the Immaculate Mother of God, reflecting on her splendor, beauty, and sanctity. This publication is the first translation into English of a Latin work, entitled Libellus de Corona Virginis, or "The Little Book on the Crown of the Virgin." Traditionally, it has been ascribed to St. Ildephonsus of Toledo, a great monk, abbot, and bishop of the 7th century. St. Ildephonsus contributed powe...

The Secret of Mary is a short yet powerful booklet that has been used by popes and saints since at least the 15th century. It teaches how one can follow a path toward holiness with the Blessed Virgin Mary as their guide. This book is perfect for both lay people who want better lives or holy professionals trying to grow more in line with Christ's teachings on perfection!

For centuries, the captivating story of St. Francis of Assisi has inspired millions. Now, delve deeper than ever before with "The Life of St. Francis: A Compendium of Early Legends" by Bret Thoman, OFS.This groundbreaking book brings together, for the first time in one volume, a rich tapestry of the earliest and most influential legends surrounding the beloved saint. Thoman, a respected Franciscan scholar, meticulously compiles and contextualizes these foundational texts, offering unparallele...

The war is on. The Devil plots to defeat you. Meet some battle-tested warriors who fight at your side. Satan is real. He's a formidable foe who wants to snatch us away from God, and the thought of doing battle with him can seem daunting. Even so, the saints who have gone before us have engaged the Devil, armed with the power of Christ ... and emerged victorious! These fellow warriors in heaven now fight on our behalf. In Saints Who Battled Satan, Paul Thigpen, author of Manual for Spiritual W...

Returning to the Traditional Latin Liturgy After Seventy Years of Exile Ever since Paul VI imposed a new set of liturgical books, Roman Catholic faithful have suffered the effects of a hasty and far-reaching reform permeated with nominalism, voluntarism, Protestantism, rationalism, antiquarianism, hyperpapalism, and other modern errors. But man is not master over divine liturgy; rather, all of us are called to be stewards of it, from the lowest-ranking layman to the pope himself. Dr. Peter Kw...

Are you looking for a structured introduction to the powerful practice of mental prayer? We have created just the book for you! The Catechism of Mental Prayer booklet is the perfect pocket-sized guide to take your inner journey directly into meditation. This comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand guide explains what mental prayer is and provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to get started.This booklet has been crafted to help readers seek a true understanding of mental prayer as a...

Introduction to the Bible is a comprehensive yet accessible guide to understanding the sacred and essential text. First published over eighty years ago, this groundbreaking Catholic manual includes the true meaning of Inspiration and authoritative guidance on how to interpret the scripture. This invaluable book contains an introduction to each of the 72 books of the Bible – with inspiring passages representing their content. Its timelessness lies in its accuracy; traditional Catholic teaching...

The Acts of St. Sebastian and His CompanionsIn his illustrious life, Saint Sebastian was the senior commanding officer of the elite forces for the greatest military power on the planet--the Roman Empire. By his glorious death, he became a commander in the greatest military power in the universe--the communion of saints of the Roman Catholic Church. Throughout the Church's history, countless martyrs have offered their lives to Christ rather than deny Him. One of the most revered is Saint Sebas...

Take a journey through the passion and death of Jesus with The Way of the Cross: According to St. Francis of Assisi booklet. This devotional is considered the gold standard for mediating on the Stations of the Cross, and features exquisite traditional images to bring the Gospel message to life. Prayerfully enter into this holy time of reflection on Christ’s suffering with prayers collected and arranged by Saint Francis himself. All 14 Way of the Cross meditations are up-to-date in co...

A Holy Emperor and His Legacy October 3, 2004 saw what appeared to many to be a very strange thing: Emperor-King Charles of Austria-Hungary, last Habsburg to rule in Central Europe and wartime foe of the United States, was raised to the altars of the Church as a Blessed by St. John Paul II. But odd as this appeared, the real story of the “Peace Emperor” and his just as remarkable wife reads like a combination of a suspense thriller, Greek tragedy, and hagiography. The inheritor of a tradition...

Saint Philomena: Powerful with God is a special book that provides insight and information on the life of an incredible saint. This extraordinary woman was known as the early Roman virgin-martyr and had her bones discovered in 1802, immediately beginning to answer prayers across a wide range of favors and miracles. Becoming one of only few saints to be raised to their position solely because of their powerful intercession, Saint Philomena continues to offer aid and comfort from Heaven to thos...

The Demonic Influence on Women Today In the late '60s, a small group of elite American women convinced an overwhelming majority of the country that destroying the most fundamental of relationships--that of mother and child--was necessary for women to have productive and happy lives. From the spoiling of this relationship followed the decay of the entire family, and almost overnight, our once pro-life culture became pro-lifestyle, embracing everything that felt good. Sixty million abortions la...

The Mystery of Christ's Love Few Catholics have anywhere near an adequate appreciation for the glory and splendors of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass--the central aspect of our Holy Faith. Fr. Michael Mueller's famous masterpiece on this glorious subject will come as a magnificent and direly needed revelation to many Catholic souls. Father Mueller joins a wealth of Catholic traditions, biblical facts, and enthralling true stories from Catholic history and the lives of the saints to show that i...

The Teaching of St. Teresa of Avila about Personal Prayer Conversation with Christ is the perfect guide for deepening your spiritual life. Drawing from her extensive writings, this uplifting book outlines St. Teresa's teachings on mental prayer, offering a comprehensive look at how proper practice can open doors in your spiritual journey.In Conversation with Christ, you'll find thoughtful insights into the importance of having an intimate relationship with Christ and easy-to-follow instructio...

Written with faith and respect, Saints Who Raised the Dead presents stories from the incredible and influential lives of Catholic saints throughout history. Immerse yourself in these miraculous accounts of the moment when death was overcome and the much-loved, faithful servants of God were brought back to life. Through unique glimpses into Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory through temporarily dead persons' eyes – as described by these saints – this book provides insight into detailed theological pe...

In his masterful 12th-century work, The Twelve Degrees of Humility and Pride, St. Bernard of Clairvaux--the "Doctor Mellifluus" or "Honey-Sweet Doctor"-- eloquently crafts a soul's guide to spiritual ascent and descent. With his deep understanding of human nature and his own monastic experience, St. Bernard outlines a path that leads away from the self-deception of pride towards the liberating embrace of humility.St. Bernard illustrates humility as the foundation of a life anchored in truth, ...

In the heart of faith, amidst trials and tribulations, lies the inspiration of the Eucharistic martyrs--men, women, and children whose love for the Blessed Sacrament led them to the ultimate sacrifice. Martyrs of the Eucharist: Stories to Inspire Eucharistic Amazement is a profound collection of twenty-nine stirring stories, curated into four distinct sections: those who died attending Mass, those who died celebrating Mass, those who risked their lives defending or protecting the Eucharist, a...

A masterpiece that combines the visions of four great Catholic mystics into one coherent story on the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Based primarily on the famous revelations of Ven. Anne Catherine Emmerich and Ven. Mary of Agreda, it also includes many episodes described in the writings of St. Bridget of Sweden and St. Elizabeth of Schenau. To read this book, therefore, is to share in the magnificent visions granted to four of the most priviledged souls in the history of the Church. In co...

Dan and Danielle Bean, married for 25 years and veteran parents of 8 children, offer a modern take on an ancient idea: in marriage, we are called to something greater than ourselves. What can that mean in a modern world that abhors sacrifice, rejects the concept of permanence, and devalues the sacrament of marriage? Pulling from the wisdom of the Church and lessons learned from their own real-life experience, Dan and Danielle reflect on the ideas of: Vocation, Sacrament, Sacrifice, Mutual L...

The Whole World Will Love Me presents the life of St. Thérèse of Lisieux in her own words, drawn from Story of a Soul into one intimate and flowing narrative. With simplicity and honesty, the Little Flower tells of her childhood, the loving influence of her holy parents and sisters, her bold entry into the Carmel at fifteen, and the "little way" of trust and love that made her one of the Church's most beloved saints and a Doctor of the Church. A moving introduction for newcomers and a fresh e...

Baptism and Confirmation are the foundation of the Christian life: the first makes us children of God and heirs of heaven, the second strengthens us as soldiers of Christ. In this classic catechetical work, Fr. Michael Mueller explains why both sacraments are necessary, what they accomplish in the soul, and what their sacred ceremonies mean. Clear, orderly, and firmly traditional, it is an excellent resource for catechists, parents, godparents, and Confirmation candidates.

Bring the beauty of the faith into your home all year with the 2027 Mary and the Saints Wall Calendar, featuring classic Old Master artwork of the Blessed Mother and the saints. Each month marks Catholic feast days, fast days, major saints' days, and the Sundays of both the Ordinary and Traditional liturgical calendars, with generous space for writing in your own plans.

From the villages of Old Castile to the austere cells of the reformed Carmel, The Life of Saint John of the Cross tells the story of one of the Church's greatest mystics and Doctors. Drawn from the 1680 Speculum Carmelitanum, one of the earliest surviving accounts of the Carmelite reform, this rare biography preserves a voice close to the saint's own time. It follows John from a childhood filled with love for God and Our Lady through miracles, imprisonment, and poetic genius to heroic sanctity.

Plan your year around the rhythm of the Church with the 2027 Saints Calendar and Planner. This 16-month planner begins in September 2026 and runs through December 2027, giving you room for appointments, notes, and daily tasks alongside the feasts of the liturgical year. Saints' days, traditional fast days, and the Sundays of both the Ordinary and Traditional calendars are marked throughout. A spiral binding lets it lie flat on your desk.

The 2027 Angels Wall Calendar fills each month with the beauty of the heavenly hosts through Old Master paintings of the holy angels. More than a way to track dates, it is a year-long reminder of God's providential care. Catholic feast days, traditional fast days, saints' days, and the Sundays of both the Ordinary and Traditional calendars are marked on each page.

Keep Jesus, Mary, and Joseph at the center of your year with the 2027 JMJ Daily Planner and Calendar. Every day has its own page, with plenty of room for appointments, journaling, and goals. Saints' days, holy days, and traditional feasts from both the Ordinary and Traditional calendars are marked throughout, keeping the Church's year in view as you plan.

Part of TAN's Saints and Sacramentals series, this beautifully illustrated picture book tells children the story of St. Catherine Labouré, the humble French nun to whom the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in 1830. Young readers follow Catherine from her simple childhood to the night Our Lady showed her the design of the Miraculous Medal, and they learn what the medal means and how to wear it with faith and love for Mary. A lovely gift for First Communion, Marian feast days, or any child's booksh...

For more than a century, Catholics have turned to the Purgatorian Manual as a treasury of prayer for the Holy Souls. Now carefully restored and newly typeset by TAN Books, this classic devotional is a complete guide to helping the souls in Purgatory while deepening your own life of prayer. Compiled by the Redemptorist Fathers and enriched with the teaching of St. Alphonsus Liguori, it gathers prayers, Mass devotions, novenas, litanies, and daily offerings for the faithful departed, together w...

The Harmonized Gospel: The Life of Christ in One Continuous Story weaves together the inspired words of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John into a single, clear narrative of Our Lord's life. Because each evangelist sometimes arranges events by theme rather than strict chronology, it can be hard to see how the moments of Christ's life connect. This Gospel harmony, prepared by Rev. Joseph B. Frey, follows Jesus from His birth through His public ministry, Passion, death, and Resurrection in one flowin...

Compendium of Eucharistic Miracles: An Encyclopedia of Miraculous Events Confirming the Real Presence gathers the remarkable events, recorded across the centuries and still reported today, in which the Blessed Sacrament has shown itself in ways that defy natural explanation. Shaun McAfee presents each case carefully and in keeping with Church teaching: such miracles are private revelations that no Catholic is obliged to believe, yet they have strengthened faith in the Real Presence of Christ ...

Available in English for the first time, The Lives and Deaths of the Biblical Fathers offers a rare window into early Christian scholarship through the voice of St. Isidore of Seville (c. 560–636), Doctor of the Church and one of the most learned men of his age. Drawing on Scripture and ancient tradition, Isidore gathers the lives of the great figures of salvation history, from Adam to the Apostles, into one chronological collection. He brings familiar names to life, highlighting their virtue...

The 2027 Agnus Dei Planner and Calendar helps you order work, family life, and personal goals around prayer and the liturgical year. This full-size, lay-flat spiral planner offers generous planning space along with weekly saint stories, daily novena reminders, liturgical observances, and devotional content, so your calendar becomes a daily reminder to keep God first.

Illustrated Catechism Stories, Volume 1: Faith and the Creed helps children learn the truths of the Faith through stories they will remember. Bestselling author Katie Warner has selected tales from Rev. D. Chisholm's century-old classic The Catechism in Examples, a treasury that formed generations of Catholic families. Brought to life by the warm, beautiful illustrations of Leah Ballard, each story shows a teaching of the Creed at work in real life, turning what could be rote memorization int...

Walk through the year with Christ. The 2027 Life of Our Lord Wall Calendar features a different Old Master painting each month depicting the teachings and miracles of Jesus' public ministry. Catholic feast days, fast days, saints' days, and the Sundays of both the Ordinary and Traditional calendars are marked throughout, bringing the rhythm of the Church year into your home.

Salvation depends entirely on the grace of God, yet God asks for the free cooperation of our will. In Grace and the Sacraments, Fr. Michael Mueller explains, with the precision of the classic catechisms, what grace is, why we need it, how God offers and assists it, and how the sacraments pour it into the soul. A clear and trustworthy guide to one of the most important and most misunderstood doctrines of the Faith.

St. Bernardine of Siena was a fearless Franciscan preacher who set out to reform the moral and social life of fifteenth-century Italy. Crowds gathered in city squares to hear him, and his words were written down as he spoke. In these sermons Bernardine confronts factional hatred, the poison of slander, and the lure of worldly vanity with striking clarity and genuine pastoral care. His devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus shines throughout, and his practical wisdom speaks just as directly to rea...

The Saint John Prayerbook: Biblical Meditations and Prayers Inspired by the Beloved Disciple invites you to pray with the disciple whom Jesus loved. St. John's Gospel has shaped the Church's understanding of prayer more than any other New Testament writing, yet many who admire him have never learned to pray through his words. Fr. Gabriel Mary Fiore offers meditations and prayers drawn from John's Gospel, letters, and life, leading you into his contemplative intimacy with Christ. A pocket-size...

Holy Orders and Matrimony are the two sacraments that build up the Church: one gives her priests, the other gives her families. In this thorough catechetical work, the Redemptorist Fr. Michael Mueller explains both with the clarity and confidence of the classic catechisms. He sets out the divine institution and sacred powers of the Catholic priesthood, and the holy duties and unbreakable bond of Christian marriage, showing how each serves God's plan for the salvation of souls. A solid resourc...

The life of St. Catherine of Siena has long inspired the faithful to look to her as an example of holy living and selfless service in following God’s call. For centuries, readers have been moved by her personal story, told simply and directly by her spiritual director. His work brings you close to one of the Church's most beloved saints. In The Life of St. Catherine of Siena, readers gain insights into Catherine’s personal life as well as into miraculous events shared with those around her. F...

Looking for a powerful intercessor in heaven? Look no further than St. Joseph! This great saint can obtain favors of any kind but is particularly known for his intercession in family problems, financial needs, purity, dangers, work, housing, and a happy death. He is the universal patron – whatever your petition is, you can pray to St. Joseph with confidence.St. Joseph was the foster father of Jesus Christ on earth, and Jesus still obeys his requests in heaven! God chose St. Joseph over all ot...

Love, Peace and Joy: Devotion to the Sacred Heart is an insightful book inspired by the very words of Our Lord to Saint Gertrude as recorded in her famous Revelations. Based on Gertrude’s teachings, this book outlines ways to quickly receive great graces and attain divine love; methods that are simple and accessible for everyone. Learning how to offer up your own prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus can bring about powerful transformation. This empowering guide helps readers understand the ex...