Books | The Godless Kind

Godless by Dan Barker
A former evangelical preacher shares his journey to atheism and how he found morality and meaning without God.

Faith Unraveled by Rachel Held Evans
A deeply personal exploration of evolving faith and learning to ask honest questions.

The Sin of Certainty by Peter Enns
Letting go of rigid beliefs and learning to trust God (or the universe) through uncertainty.

Leaving the Fold by Marlene Winell
A guide to recovering from religious trauma, written by a psychologist and former fundamentalist.

Outgrowing God by Richard Dawkins
An approachable read, especially for younger audiences or beginners exploring secular worldviews.

The Demon-Haunted World by Carl Sagan

A beautiful defense of science and skepticism against superstition and pseudoscience.

Why I Am Not a Christian by Bertrand Russell

Classic arguments from one of the 20th century's leading intellectuals on religion, morality, and logic.

The Portable Atheist edited by Christopher Hitchens

A compilation of influential atheist and agnostic thought, from historical and modern writers.

Cults in Our Midst by Margaret Singer

How manipulation and control work in high-demand religious groups (and how to recognize the signs).

Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman

While not religious-specific, this foundational work helps survivors of psychological trauma reclaim their power.

Don’t Call It Love by Patrick Carnes

Explores emotional addiction and control that often masquerade as spiritual devotion.

No Nonsense Spirituality: All the Tools, None of the Dogma By Brittney Hartley
A practical, down-to-earth guide for post-religious seekers who crave spiritual depth without subscribing to doctrine.

The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer
A powerful guide to detaching from the voice in your head and finding freedom in the present moment.

Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
An empowering blend of myth, psychology, and storytelling to help women reconnect with their wild, intuitive selves.

Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach
A blend of mindfulness and compassion for healing shame, fear, and self-doubt.

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
A joyful guide to living creatively, even in the face of fear and uncertainty.

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

Essential for understanding how trauma lives in the body and how healing requires more than mindset shifts.

How to Do the Work by Dr. Nicole LePera

Holistic self-healing tools to break old patterns and reclaim your power.

Homecoming: Reclaiming and Championing Your Inner Child by John Bradshaw

A foundational read for those recovering from shame and emotional wounding, often rooted in religious guilt.

Existential Kink by Carolyn Elliott

A bold, Jungian approach to shadow integration — confronting the parts of ourselves we’ve been taught to repress.

Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab

Reclaim your energy and identity by setting clear boundaries — a vital tool for those raised in codependent religious cultures.

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Attached by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller
Explains attachment theory in relationships — super helpful if you were taught codependence as “godly submission.”

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Simple yet profound principles for creating healthier, more conscious interactions.

All About Love by bell hooks
A revolutionary look at love as an action, not a feeling — and how patriarchy distorts our understanding of it.

The Love Prescription by Drs. John & Julie Gottman
Science-backed daily habits to build intimacy and improve communication.