I don’t know about you but I get giddy as a schoolgirl when I come across a good deal on a book. I can hardly resist when that big old SALE sticker is staring me in the face. Imagine how excited I was when I got the email today that Relevant Magazine is clearancing out all their books in an End of Summer sale (end of summer? already?).

Fortunately I’ve already stocked my library shelves with tons of great Relevant books through the years but I thought I’d pass this information along to you, my faithful readers. So to celebrate their End of Summer Sale, here is my Top 10 Relevant Books that you can pick up for only $5 (through Aug. 31).

** No, I’m not getting paid to write this. Yes, I do own and have read all these books. **

My Top 10 RELEVANT Books You Can Pick Up For $5

10. Here’s To Hindsight

Tara Leigh Cobble

Tara Leigh Cobble is an independent singer/songwriter from New York. Here’s to Hindsight is the honest story of her effort to reconcile God’s goodness with the uncertainties of day-to-day life. Entertaining and quick read with some great insight.

9. Simplicity

Mark Salomon

Simplicity is an entertaining and enlightening book on being authentic. Written as a farewell letter to the Christian music industry, independent rock icon Mark Salomon offers a compelling memoir of his life as a musician and a Christian. Very interesting read.

8. The RELEVANT Nation

Assorted Authors

The RELEVANT Nation tells the stories of 50 visionaries under the age of 40 who are living influential, active and passionate lives grown out of their Christian faith. Although a few years old, the stories and ideas in this book are still incredibly…uhh…relevant. Great book.

7. The Relevant Church

Assorted Authors

Even though this book was published in 2004 (ugh! how totally un-relevant) it has some great stories and ideas about building authentic communities of faith. Some of the contributing authors include Mark Driscoll (Mars Hill Church), Alex McManus (Mosaic) and Mike Bickle (International House of Prayer).

6. (Re)Understanding Prayer

Kyle Lake

You may remember the name Kyle Lake from the news a few years ago. He was the Pastor of University Baptist Church in Waco, TX that tragically died after being shocked during a baptism. This book asks you to re-examine what you know and think about prayer and how to connect with God in even more powerful ways.

5. The Revolution

Assorted Authors

The Revolution looks at social justice issues and people who are making a difference around the world. Some of the topics addressed are clean water, hunger, fair trade, women’s rights, AIDS and much more. If you’re looking for a great guide on preparing yourself and your church to make a difference in the world, this is an excellent resource.

4. Pocket Guide To The Apocalypse

Jason Boyett

Jason Boyett is one of my favorite writers (and bloggers). Pocket Guide To The Apocalypse take a look at our culture’s ongoign love affair with the “End Times.” Order this book before they’re all sold out and you get…left behind. (also check out Boyett’s other book currently on sale as well, Pocket Guide To Adulthood)

3. The Vision And The Vow

Pete Greig

This book is an illustrated account of The Vision — a radical call to discipleship that was found graffitied on the walls of the first ever 24-7 prayer room and quickly spread by word of mouth from that single room in England to Washington D.C. and the underground churches of China, inspiring artists, DJ’s, film-makers and countless ordinary people along the way. It will shake your world.

2. The Christian Culture Survival Guide

Matthew Paul Turner

The Christian Culture Survival Guide is a hilarious look at some of the more…interesting…elements of our Christian subculture. If you’ve grown up in the church you’ll appreciate some of the “inside jokes” and churchisms in this book. Matthew is also a fellow blogger and author of Churched (read my review).

1. Deadly Viper Character Assassins

Mike Foster & Jud Wilhite

Ok, this is a must-have. Seriously. If you don’t have this book in your library, buy it now. Better yet, buy 10 and give them away. The money you’ll spend is well worth the character assassins you’ll avoid. Brilliant writing by Foster & Wilhite, beautiful artwork (also be sure to check out the Deadly Viper blog).

Are you a RELEVANT book fan? I’d love to know…what’s your favorite RELEVANT book.