“Andrew Sneddon’s A is for Atheist is a philosopher’s jargon free take on atheism and religion. There are plenty of impenetrable philosophical treatises on these subjects out there. Sneddon promises and thankfully delivers instead joyfully readable stuff you can read on the train or bus or while stuck on a plane. From A for Atheist to G for Guff and O for Ockham’s Razor to Z for Zounds, this volume offers Sneddon’s deeply thoughtful and highly entertaining take on a godfree life. There is even a Q for Quiz, you better take it!  Highly recommended!
—Udo Schuklenk, Professor of Philosophy and Ontario Research Chair in Bioethics at Queen’s University at Kingston 

About the Book

Atheists may be among the fastest growing “religious” demographics in the world, but they are also perhaps the most misunderstood. To begin, atheists have no identifying marks, no defining habits, no obvious symbols, for all that unites them, essentially, is an absence of belief. As a result, many religious believers may not even realize they know atheists, whether as neighbors, friends, or coworkers. In addition, most major religions warn against the faithless and preach distrust of nonbelievers. This creates not only ignorance about what it’s like to be an atheist, but also fear about the very idea of atheism. Organized like an encyclopedia, this book aims to rectify this widespread distrust and suspicion with basic understanding. Each entry, written in clear, concise language, covers a specific topic or question related to being an atheist, making this the perfect primer for anyone curious about or interested in atheism—whether to learn more about why someone might become an atheist, how someone creates meaning and purpose as an atheist, and what life is like as an atheist.

About the Author

Andrew Sneddon is professor of philosophy at the University of Ottawa. He is the author of Autonomy, Like-Minded: Externalism and Moral Psychology, and Action and Responsibility.

Details

ISBN: 9781634310697
Format: paperback
Page count: 231 pages
Trim size: 6 x 9
Pub date: April 2016

"With so many adults acting like children, a kids' book for grown-ups feels entirely appropriate right now."
—Anne Heche, actress, Six Days/Seven Nights, Wag the Dog, Psycho

About the Book

How did this happen? One minute our house felt so clean, tidy, and safe—and then suddenly, a giant elephant arrives and starts wrecking everything! He's smashing the walls! He's trampling the garden! He's breaking our piggy bank! He won't let some of our friends into the bathroom, and he's forcing others to stand outside the front door! He's polluting our drinking water! He's stinking up the air! He's destroying everything! Help!!! There's an Elephant in My House! is a children's book for adults who have had enough of the giant elephant and want to get him out of the house before he destroys everything!

About the Author

Onur Tukel is a filmmaker, painter, and author. He’s had two children’s books published, Little Friends and Rainstack! and has had numerous art shows. His film Catfight premiered at the 2016 Toronto Film Festival. He lives in Brooklyn.

Details

ISBN: 9781634311823
Format: hardcover
SRP: $15.95
Page count: 80 pages
Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5
Pub date: October 2019

“A lovely book!”
—Richard Dawkins, author of The God Delusion

About the Book

Every thinking person wants to lead a life of meaning and purpose. For thousands of years, holy books have told us that such a life is available only through obedience and submission to some higher power. Today, the faithful keep popular devotionals and tracts within easy reach on bedside tables and mobile devices, all communicating this common message: Life is meaningless without God. Former pastor Dan Barker eloquently, powerfully, and rationally upends this long-held belief in Life Driven Purpose. Offering words of enrichment, emancipation, and inspiration, he reminds us how millions of atheists lead happy, loving, moral, and purpose-filled lives. Practicing what he preaches, he also demonstrates through his own personal journey that life is valuable for its own sake—that meaning and purpose come not from above, but from within.

About the Author(s)

Dan Barker, a former evangelical minister, is co-president of the Freedom from Religion Foundation, co-host of Freethought Radio, and co-founder and board member of the Clergy Project. A widely sought-after lecturer, debater, and performer, he regularly discusses atheism and life’s meaning and purpose in the national media, with appearances on Oprah Winfrey, The Daily Show, the O'Reilly Factor, Good Morning America, and many others. Daniel C. Dennett (foreword by) is university professor, professor of philosophy, and co-director of the Center for Cognitive Studies at Tufts University.

Details

ISBN: 9781939578211
Format: paperback
SRP: $14.95
Page count: 216 pages
Trim size: 6 x 9
Pub date: April 1, 2015

“Former pastor Dan Barker's eloquent and subtle antidote to Mere Christianity shows us by example how a very good person can get along fine without religion, inspiring others, accomplishing great works, and having a lot of fun in the bargain.”
—Daniel C. Dennett, University Professor and Austin B. Fletcher Professor of Philosophy at Tufts University

About the Book

What drives us to be good? How do we even know how to be good? Philosophers and theologians have dealt with such questions for millennia, but Dan Barker thinks the answers are not so complicated. In Mere Morality, he argues there's no need to appeal to supernatural commandments or the fear of some higher power when considering morality. Stripping “good" and "evil” down to the basics, he offers a simple compass for navigating life's most difficult moral and ethical dilemmas.

About the Author

Dan Barker, a former evangelical minister, is co-president of the Freedom from Religion Foundation, co-host of Freethought Radio, and co-founder and board member of the Clergy Project. A widely sought-after lecturer, debater, and performer, he regularly discusses atheism and life’s meaning and purpose in the national media, with appearances on Oprah Winfrey, The Daily Show, the O'Reilly Factor, Good Morning America, and many others.

Details

ISBN: 9781634311786
Format: paperback
SRP: $12.95
Page count: 167 pages
Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5
Pub date: December 2018