“Kingdom Come,” by authors Tim LaHaye, left, and Jerry B. Jenkins, is the final book in the “Left Behind” series. It will be released this week. (Spencer Weiner / LAT)
After 12 years and 43 million books sold, the “Left Behind” science fiction series has paved the way for such Christian fare to be sold in chain outlets, discount stores and big box retailers. (Carolyn Cole/LAT)
Jerry B. Jenkins reads a passage from “Glorious Appearing,” the 12th book in the “Left Behind” series. Co-author Tim LaHaye looks on during an appearance in Spartanburg, S.C. (Mary Ann Chastain / AP)
