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We asked our reviewers to offer the top five titles they enjoyed most in 2017 in a number of categories.

Kelley Nikondeha experienced the “sacrament of belonging” early in her life when she was adopted by her parents.

An oak tree named Red, the narrator of this juvenile novel, has been watching the world go by for more than two centuries.

This beautifully filmed documentary portrays a modern-day prophet: poet, essayist, novelist, farmer, and conservationist Wendell Berry.

The latest album from Manchester Orchestra is loosely written as a concept album about a mining town.

The scene feels so familiar: Luke, impulsive and hot-headed, rushing off to do something he’ll probably regret. Master Yoda, small and mighty and wise, leaning on his staff and chuckling.

All Things Work Together, Lecrae’s eighth studio album, presents the hip-hop artist’s reflective side as he wrestles with the heavy criticism he has received from the church and others for highlighting racial injustice.

The search committee at Granby Presbyterian Church is exhausted; the process of finding a pastor “had become a circus show.

As someone who spends at least two hours commuting to and from work each day, I don’t know how I would get along without the manna that is Christian podcasts.

Two Timer: Everyone’s favorite pal from Peru, Paddington Bear, is back on the big screen in Paddington 2 on January 12. (Warner Bros)

“Love is All We Have Left,” the opening track from U2’s 14th studio album, Songs of Experience, is sonically different from almost everything the band has recorded.

Inspired by Psalm 121, this meaningful children’s picture book relates the story of classmates Jordan and Tanya.

When Broadchurch debuted in 2013, it elevated the crime procedural to a new high point.

In this sequel to the juvenile novel The War That Saved My Life, 11-year-old Ada is finally able to walk properly after surgery on her clubfoot.

Reflecting on one’s vocation, American writer and theologian Frederick Buechner said, “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”

Humans are created with a deep desire to belong.

In December 1989, The Simpsons debuted on television with a Christmas special. Reviled by many but beloved by more, the animated comedy has made a lasting impact on North American culture—the show is still airing 28 years later.

In 1999, 17-year-old Francisco thinks he’s got it rough in his family’s cramped home, where his father continually encourages him to study hard and make something of his life.

If you are searching for beautifully crafted, original Christmas music, Melanie Penn’s Immanuel begs a listen.

In Nigerian culture, where polygamy is accepted and bearing children is of utmost importance,

Young Miguel wants to be a musician more than anything, like his hero Ernesto de la Cruz. Unfortunately, that’s the one thing his family will not allow.

Christian hip hop artist and rapper TobyMac brings his usual upbeat and energy-driven music to the 10-track Light of Christmas.

Two little boys draw two happy lines.