Tan Books imprint: 436 books
Saint Benedict
The Story of the Father of the Western Monks
Language: English
Release Date: December 31, 1942
The famous life and great miracles of St. Benedict, for youth. The story of poisoned wine, saving a body from drowning, raising one from the dead, plus, how he founded the Benedictine Order, his sister, St. Scholastica, etc. Impr. 158 pgs 19 Illus,
Begone Satan
A Soul Stirring Account of Diabolical Possession in Iowa
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 1994
Famous 23-day-long exorcism case of Erling, Iowa. Incredible and frightening. We have received several letters from Iowa verifying that this exorcism really occurred. Probably the most famous exorcism ever performed in the U.S.
St. Dominic
Preacher of the Rosary and Founder of the Dominican Order
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1982
The incredible story for youth of the man who received the Rosary from Our Lady, defeated the Albigensian Heresy, raised the dead, triumphed over the devil, founded the Dominican Order and worked countless miracles. Impr. 156 pgs 19 Illus,
The Little Flower
The Story of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 1992
"Papa, what's the new baby's name?" asked one of the Martin girls. Little Therese was "the baby" of the Martin family. She was also her Papa's "Little Queen." With her Mama, her Papa and her 4 big sisters to love her, Therese could have turned out to be a very spoiled...
by Rev. Fr. Angelo Pastrovicchi
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 1994
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 1994
An incredible Franciscan saint (1603-1663), most famous for his miracles, levitations and severe penances. He spoke with animals and could smell the stench of sin in penitents. The devil said of him, "Friar Joseph is the worst foe we have." 168 pgs,
The Sermons of St. Francis de Sales on Prayer
For Advent and Christmas (volume Iv)
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1985
Shows how prayer is the key to all holiness. Shows the hidden meanings of Scripture (especially the Song of Songs) as applied to prayer. Great insights on Catholic doctrine and holiness by a saint declared a Doctor of the Church in 1877. Impr. 32 pgs,
by Paul Thigpen
Language: English
Release Date: May 3, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: May 3, 2018
Overflowing with priceless spiritual insights, this rich collection presents key quotes from the saints on topics that are fundamental to Christian faith and experience. Profound and challenging, whimsical and inspiring, these readings will open your eyes, expand your horizons, and challenge your...
The Sermons of St. Francis De Sales
For Lent
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1985
Thirteen beautiful sermons about Our Blessed Mother by this master of mystical theology and Doctor of the Church, published in English for the first time. Shows how Our Lady's life was rich in virtue especially humility, obedience and charity. St. Frances de Sales gives one beautiful insight after another. Impr. 219 pgs,
Mary Magdalen
In the Visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2005
The visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich are the world's greatest source of detail on the life of St. Mary Magdalen -- great sinner and penitent. Fully referenced to The Life of Jesus Christ (their source), these pages agree completely with Sacred Scripture, but also tell of Mary Magdalen's...
Pope St. Pius X
(1835-1914)
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 1992
A fast-paced, fascinating life. From poor peasant to Pope. He condemned Modernism, allowed Communion at seven, reformed Church music & the Breviary, initiated a new code of Canon Law, etc., and set out "to restore all things in Christ". Impr. 172 pgs,
St. John Bosco
The Friend of Youth
Language: English
Release Date: January 2, 2001
The story of "The Friend of Youth" is told here in a brief, popular manner for teenagers and adults. A practical joker with a great sense of humor in his youth, St. John Bosco (1815-1888) grew up to become a priest and the founder of the Salesians (the largest order in the Church). Relates...
The Sermons of St. Francis De Sales
On Our Lady (volume II)
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 1987
Steeped as he was in Sacred Scripture, St. Francis de Sales gives totally fresh and surprising insights into the truths of our religion including: the Sacred Name of Jesus, Our Lady's wisdom at Cana, St. John the Baptist's temptation, etc. Nine insightful sermons. Published here for the first time...
The Interior Castle
Or the Mansions
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2011
The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila presents a remarkable description of the entire spiritual life from the first release from mortal sin into Sanctifying Grace through the Mystical Marriage of the soul with Christ as a journey through what she called The Interior Castle. She sees the soul...
St. Rita of Cascia
Saint of the Impossible
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 1993
One of the most popular Saints in the Church for centuries, St. Rita is known as the "Saint of the Impossible" because of her amazing answers to prayers, as well as the remarkable events of her own life. Desirous of being a nun, she instead obeyed her parents and married. Her husband was...