Marriage is a complex emotional, psychological, and social institution built on shared values, commitment, and mutual growth. It represents more than just a romantic bond—it’s a dynamic relationship that evolves over time through communication, emotional connection, and personal development.

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Best Books on Marriage

Whether you’re navigating the early stages of married life, managing responsibilities as long-term partners, or preparing for the transition into marriage, gaining insight into relational dynamics is crucial. The best books on marriage explore key relationship dimensions such as emotional attunement, communication patterns, conflict management, and trust-building—offering evidence-based strategies to strengthen your partnership and deepen mutual understanding.

1

The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts

  • Chapman, Gary (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 224 Pages - 12/11/2014 (Publication Date) - Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
2

The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God

  • Timothy Keller (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 352 Pages - 11/05/2013 (Publication Date) - Penguin Books (Publisher)
3

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country’s Foremost Relationship Expert, Revised and Updated

  • Audible Audiobook
  • John M. Gottman PhD (Author) - Eric Michael Summerer (Narrator)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 01/14/2020 (Publication Date) - Tantor Audio (Publisher)
4

Married Roommates: How to Go From a Relationship That Just Survives to a Marriage That Thrives

  • Wagner, Talia (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 236 Pages - 03/31/2019 (Publication Date) - Newman Miller House (Publisher)
5

The Perfect Marriage

  • Audible Audiobook
  • Jeneva Rose (Author) - Mozhan Navabi, Andrew Eiden (Narrators)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 11/26/2024 (Publication Date) - Blackstone Publishing (Publisher)
6

Boundaries in Marriage: Understanding the Choices That Make or Break Loving Relationships

  • Cloud, Henry (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 256 Pages - 08/01/2002 (Publication Date) - Zondervan (Publisher)
7

Sacred Marriage: What If God Designed Marriage to Make Us Holy More Than to Make Us Happy?

  • Thomas, Gary (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 272 Pages - 08/04/2015 (Publication Date) - Zondervan (Publisher)
8

The 4 Seasons of Marriage

  • Chapman, Gary (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 240 Pages - 09/01/2012 (Publication Date) - Tyndale Momentum (Publisher)
9

The Wedding People: A Novel

  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Espach, Alison (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 355 Pages - 07/30/2024 (Publication Date) - Henry Holt and Co. (Publisher)
10

Before You Say “I Do”: A Marriage Preparation Guide for Couples

  • Wright, H. Norman (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 96 Pages - 03/26/2019 (Publication Date) - Harvest House Publishers (Publisher)
11

The Love Dare: Now with Free Online Marriage Evaluation

  • Kendrick, Alex (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 256 Pages - 06/16/2025 (Publication Date) - B&H Books (Publisher)
12

His Needs, Her Needs: Making Romantic Love Last (How to Identify and Satisfy 10 Vital Needs in Your Marriage. A Practical Relationship Guide for Couples)

  • Hardcover Book
  • Willard F. Harley Jr. (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 240 Pages - 02/08/2022 (Publication Date) - Revell (Publisher)
13

Mr. & Mrs. 366 Devotions for Couples Enrich Your Marriage and Relationship Blue Faux Leather Flexcover Devotional Gift Book w/Ribbon Marker

  • CPC Super: Inspiration
  • CPC Primary: Motivation
  • CPC Sub: Devotional
  • Author: Christian Art Gift
  • Publisher: Christian Art Gifts, Inc.
  • Joanna Teigen (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 388 Pages - 09/08/2017 (Publication Date) - Christian Art Publishers (Publisher)
14

The ADHD Effect on Marriage: Understand and Rebuild Your Relationship in Six Steps

  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • Melissa Orlov (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 233 Pages - 09/01/2010 (Publication Date) - Specialty Press/A.D.D. Warehouse (Publisher)
15

Marriage: 6 Gospel Commitments Every Couple Needs to Make

  • Hardcover Book
  • Tripp, Paul David (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 384 Pages - 04/20/2021 (Publication Date) - Crossway (Publisher)
16

The Deep-Rooted Marriage: Cultivating Intimacy, Healing, and Delight

  • What if you could experience a marriage that is not just good, but truly life-giving? Therapists Dan Allender and Steve Call show how deeper intimacy can bring more healing and delight.
  • Every relationship has its highs and lows, but we often don't know what to do with our "lows," or how we ended up there. What is creating friction, exacerbating our pain, and standing in the way of intimacy?
  • More often than not, it is the stories of our past drifting into the present. But if we are willing to look at them closely, we will be able to write a new story for the future.
  • With more than seventy years of therapeutic experience combined, Dan Allender and Steve Call demonstrate how God is inviting you and your partner to a wild faith journey with the hope of transformation. With personal stories, key psychological insights,...
  • Hardcover Book
  • Allender, Dr. Dan B. (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 256 Pages - 01/21/2025 (Publication Date) - Thomas Nelson (Publisher)
17

#Staymarried: A Couples Devotional: 30-Minute Weekly Devotions to Grow In Faith And Joy from I Do to Ever After

  • Peterson, Michelle (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 246 Pages - 05/23/2017 (Publication Date) - Callisto (Publisher)
18

The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages: How 15 Minutes a Day Will Help You Stay in Love

  • Warner, Marcus (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 160 Pages - 04/02/2019 (Publication Date) - Northfield Publishing (Publisher)
19

The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself

  • Hardcover Book
  • Deal MMFT, Ron L (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 240 Pages - 01/07/2025 (Publication Date) - Worthy Books (Publisher)
20

The Meaning of Marriage: A Couple’s Devotional: A Year of Daily Devotions

  • Hardcover Book
  • Keller, Timothy (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 400 Pages - 11/05/2019 (Publication Date) - Viking (Publisher)

Engaging with the best books on marriage empowers couples to build emotional resilience, cultivate mutual respect, and navigate the evolving phases of their relationship with clarity. These resources are not just for resolving conflicts—they serve as ongoing guides for enhancing communication skills, understanding attachment patterns, fostering intimacy, and sustaining long-term commitment.

Whether you’re seeking tools for emotional regulation, strategies for handling relationship stressors, or frameworks for aligning shared goals, these books support proactive relationship maintenance. By integrating these insights into your daily life, you create a foundation for a healthy, fulfilling, and future-oriented marriage grounded in empathy, purpose, and shared growth.