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The Deliverer

“Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

The Change

“Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, September 2022

Immortal Guardian

“Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes

“Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

The Choice

“Bradley Caffee’s tight prose makes The Choice a quick Empire Strikes Back–style dystopian sequel that is difficult to resist.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

100 Cupboards

“With thoughtful narrative voice and emotional honesty, N. D. Wilson’s 100 Cupboards (2007) opens doors to worlds of mystery and adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, August 2022

Blood Secrets

“Blood Secrets charts a satisfying conclusion to the Skyworld duology, with dashing prose that draws readers into this world of steam and mystery.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

Jabberwock’s Curse

“In Jabberwock’s Curse, R.V. Bowman blends different elements from Lewis Carroll’s classic into a quick-paced coming-of age story whose three heroes must learn who they were created to be.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Governess of Greenmere

“Obscure Arthurian and Celtic references blend with biblical imagery and high heroism in this brief yet old-souled story.”
**—Lorehaven review**, July 2022

The Wonderland Trials

“Although indebted to a classic, The Wonderland Trials is inventive and colorful in its own right, abundantly able to charm and to intrigue.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Rise of the Earthborn

“Societal intrigue plus steampunk flair and a dash of romance help make Emma Buenen’s Rise of the Earthborn a solid extra-biblical adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Elite

“Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

My Brother’s Keeper

“In My Brother’s Keeper, David Wright presents a classic fantasy novel obliquely tied to the legends of King Arthur.”
**—Lorehaven review**, June 2022

Lost Bits

“Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

When The English Fall

“When The English Fall tells a bittersweet tale of community and commitment that plunges fearlessly into hard questions about the end of the world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Clawing Free

“Clawing Free is an absorbing tale that seamlessly joins modernity and myth.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Vivid

“Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.”
**—Lorehaven review**, May 2022

Realms of Light

“Author Sandra Fernandez Rhoads creatively uses classical art and Milton’s writing to give Cera necessary information to fight the darkness, drawing readers deeper into this urban fantasy world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Abort

“With vivid characters, compelling world, and serious questions, C. D. Hulen’s Abort fulfills its directive for an engaging sci-fi read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Maxine Justice: Galactic Attorney

“John Grisham meets Galaxy Quest in Daniel Schwabauer’s whimsy-gilded sci-fi tale, featuring robot judges, secretive aliens, and a truly flawed human heroine.”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Stealing Embers

“This well-told tale grabs the reader’s attention with romantic tension and action that swoops in from the start and rushes unyielding to the very last page. ”
**—Lorehaven review**, April 2022

Truesilver

“Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Reformed

“Humor and slow-burn romance balance out intrigue, high-stakes heroics, and emotional character moments to launch this series-opener up, up, and away.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Mordizan

“Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

Forsaken Island

“Sharon Hinck skillfully dances through competing storylines of witnessing, spiritual doubts, coping with a life-altering disability, and exploring a new world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, March 2022

The Retrievers: Valley of the Roden

“Nicole Sager’s The Retrievers: Valley of the Roden introduces a fun cast of tiny characters and soaring hawks, sharing faith-filled themes of holding onto hope when all seems lost.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

The Undine’s Tear

“Calandra’s spiritual struggles and eventual awakening bring true hardship and loss, pointing to greater hope across the horizon in sequels to this rip-roaring read.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

Oathbound

“This tale of oaths and bonds steers an exciting voyage through dangerous waters. Secrets and ambition lurk at every turn, and sins bring real consequences.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

The Green Ember

“S. D. Smith’s fantasy The Green Ember, book 1 of the Green Ember series, presents a surprisingly earnest epic about small creatures drawn into big spiritual ideas.”
**—Lorehaven review**, February 2022

First Contact

“This well-written chapter book promotes courage and other virtues, making First Contact a great tale for boys.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Of Fire and Ash

“Ceridwen’s repeated volatile actions and battle crescendos may threaten to overrun this kingdom, yet the Fireborn Epic’s first book also benefits from two side trails.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Shadow

“Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Prodigy Prince

“In Prodigy Prince, Natasha Sapienza builds a complex and rich fantasy world that explores friendship and sacrifice through allegory.”
**—Lorehaven review**, January 2022

Recorder

“Cathy McCrumb handles heavy subjects with a light touch, keeping the novel from grimness. Recorder is a creative and engaging novel that will appeal to a broad audience.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

The Centauri Survivors

“Imagine an alien invasion, but inverted. . . . This fun, leisurely-paced story brightens a constellation of classic sci-fi tropes.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

Princess of Shadows

“Stirred by sustained tension, quiet humor, and a bit of snark, Princess of Shadows rouses readers and keeps them wide-eyed in this ancient Greece–inspired world.”
**—Lorehaven review**, December 2021

The Bear of Rosethorn Ring

“The Bear of Rosethorn Ring’s quirky players cast their spell through the magic of forgiveness, applying unique twists and new thrills to old routines.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

The Chase

“Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Power On

“H. L. Burke’s Power On lights up an enjoyable superhero world, charging quickly toward themes of a man’s responsibility to himself and others.”
**—Lorehaven review**, November 2021

Wolf Soldier

“Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.”
**—Lorehaven review**, October 2021

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The Deliverer “Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.” —Lorehaven on Sep 23, 2022

The Change “Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.” —Lorehaven on Sep 2, 2022

Immortal Guardian “Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.” —Lorehaven on Aug 26, 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes “Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.” —Lorehaven on Aug 19, 2022

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Yes, Speculative Faith Is Closed, At Least For Now E. Stephen Burnett, Dec 30

Last Stands, Custer, General Gordon, and Being a Christian Warrior Travis Perry, Jul 2

How Christian Must Christian Fiction Be? Rebecca LuElla Miller, May 24

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The Deliverer “Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.” —Lorehaven review, September 2022

The Change “Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.” —Lorehaven review, September 2022

Immortal Guardian “Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes “Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

The Choice “Bradley Caffee’s tight prose makes The Choice a quick Empire Strikes Back–style dystopian sequel that is difficult to resist.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

100 Cupboards “With thoughtful narrative voice and emotional honesty, N. D. Wilson’s 100 Cupboards (2007) opens doors to worlds of mystery and adventure.” —Lorehaven review, August 2022

Blood Secrets “Blood Secrets charts a satisfying conclusion to the Skyworld duology, with dashing prose that draws readers into this world of steam and mystery.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

Jabberwock’s Curse “In Jabberwock’s Curse, R.V. Bowman blends different elements from Lewis Carroll’s classic into a quick-paced coming-of age story whose three heroes must learn who they were created to be.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

The Governess of Greenmere “Obscure Arthurian and Celtic references blend with biblical imagery and high heroism in this brief yet old-souled story.” —Lorehaven review, July 2022

The Wonderland Trials “Although indebted to a classic, The Wonderland Trials is inventive and colorful in its own right, abundantly able to charm and to intrigue.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Rise of the Earthborn “Societal intrigue plus steampunk flair and a dash of romance help make Emma Buenen’s Rise of the Earthborn a solid extra-biblical adventure.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Elite “Elite explores parallels to the early Church, beautifully intertwining faith and action in this high-stakes post-apocalyptic adventure.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

My Brother’s Keeper “In My Brother’s Keeper, David Wright presents a classic fantasy novel obliquely tied to the legends of King Arthur.” —Lorehaven review, June 2022

Lost Bits “Lost Bits boldly leads fans out of dead wastelands, exploring the nature of humankind through the lenses of a human creation.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

When The English Fall “When The English Fall tells a bittersweet tale of community and commitment that plunges fearlessly into hard questions about the end of the world.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Clawing Free “Clawing Free is an absorbing tale that seamlessly joins modernity and myth.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Vivid “Ashley Bustamante’s Vivid paints a world built on secrets and carefully controlled color palettes.” —Lorehaven review, May 2022

Realms of Light “Author Sandra Fernandez Rhoads creatively uses classical art and Milton’s writing to give Cera necessary information to fight the darkness, drawing readers deeper into this urban fantasy world.” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Abort “With vivid characters, compelling world, and serious questions, C. D. Hulen’s Abort fulfills its directive for an engaging sci-fi read.” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Maxine Justice: Galactic Attorney “John Grisham meets Galaxy Quest in Daniel Schwabauer’s whimsy-gilded sci-fi tale, featuring robot judges, secretive aliens, and a truly flawed human heroine.” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Stealing Embers “This well-told tale grabs the reader’s attention with romantic tension and action that swoops in from the start and rushes unyielding to the very last page. ” —Lorehaven review, April 2022

Truesilver “Monstrous enemies, magic swords, and weighty discussions of honor and courage balance out teenage angst, village life, and small-minded characters.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Reformed “Humor and slow-burn romance balance out intrigue, high-stakes heroics, and emotional character moments to launch this series-opener up, up, and away.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Mordizan “Alyssa Roat creates a thrilling sequel to Wraithwood, introducing new characters and moral quandaries in this Arthurian-inspired tale.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

Forsaken Island “Sharon Hinck skillfully dances through competing storylines of witnessing, spiritual doubts, coping with a life-altering disability, and exploring a new world.” —Lorehaven review, March 2022

The Retrievers: Valley of the Roden “Nicole Sager’s The Retrievers: Valley of the Roden introduces a fun cast of tiny characters and soaring hawks, sharing faith-filled themes of holding onto hope when all seems lost.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

The Undine’s Tear “Calandra’s spiritual struggles and eventual awakening bring true hardship and loss, pointing to greater hope across the horizon in sequels to this rip-roaring read.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

Oathbound “This tale of oaths and bonds steers an exciting voyage through dangerous waters. Secrets and ambition lurk at every turn, and sins bring real consequences.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

The Green Ember “S. D. Smith’s fantasy The Green Ember, book 1 of the Green Ember series, presents a surprisingly earnest epic about small creatures drawn into big spiritual ideas.” —Lorehaven review, February 2022

First Contact “This well-written chapter book promotes courage and other virtues, making First Contact a great tale for boys.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Of Fire and Ash “Ceridwen’s repeated volatile actions and battle crescendos may threaten to overrun this kingdom, yet the Fireborn Epic’s first book also benefits from two side trails.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Shadow “Kara Swanson’s page-turner soars while wonderfully concluding this creative retelling of the classic Peter Pan.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Prodigy Prince “In Prodigy Prince, Natasha Sapienza builds a complex and rich fantasy world that explores friendship and sacrifice through allegory.” —Lorehaven review, January 2022

Recorder “Cathy McCrumb handles heavy subjects with a light touch, keeping the novel from grimness. Recorder is a creative and engaging novel that will appeal to a broad audience.” —Lorehaven review, December 2021

The Centauri Survivors “Imagine an alien invasion, but inverted. . . . This fun, leisurely-paced story brightens a constellation of classic sci-fi tropes.” —Lorehaven review, December 2021

Princess of Shadows “Stirred by sustained tension, quiet humor, and a bit of snark, Princess of Shadows rouses readers and keeps them wide-eyed in this ancient Greece–inspired world.” —Lorehaven review, December 2021

The Bear of Rosethorn Ring “The Bear of Rosethorn Ring’s quirky players cast their spell through the magic of forgiveness, applying unique twists and new thrills to old routines.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

The Chase “Readers who catch a second wind will find a gripping adventure and reason to anticipate the next match.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

Power On “H. L. Burke’s Power On lights up an enjoyable superhero world, charging quickly toward themes of a man’s responsibility to himself and others.” —Lorehaven review, November 2021

Wolf Soldier “Simple prose and candid heroes enjoin biblical truth, highlighting Scripture-like verses and faith as means of vanquishing external enemies.” —Lorehaven review, October 2021

Wear the wonder:Get exclusive shirts and beyond

Listen to Lorehaven’s podcast

Authors and publishers:Reach new fans with Lorehaven

Behold God’s Providence in ‘Beowulf’
Anthony G. Cirilla in Articles, Sep 29, 2022

131. What If An Airborne Mist Turned Humans Into Zombies? | The Skyworld Series with Morgan L. Busse
Fantastical Truth Podcast, Sep 27, 2022

Dracula
Book Quests, Sep 23, 2022

The Deliverer

“Jason William Karpf’s post-apocalyptic novel The Deliverer transports a grim yet hopeful story, leading to satisfying conclusions for his characters.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 23, 2022

The Change

“Tight situations and Bradley Caffee’s rapid style energize this bracing finale for the Chase Runner world.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 2, 2022

Immortal Guardian

“Immortal Guardian may start slowly and its prose may occasionally stumble, but this story asks interesting questions with a compelling plot.”
—Lorehaven on Aug 26, 2022

Rose Petals and Snowflakes

“Kendra E. Ardnek combines Jane Austen–style storylines with fairy tales, yielding a delightful fantasy romance with callbacks to both genres while creating her own new style.”
—Lorehaven on Aug 19, 2022

Dracula
Book Quests, September 2022

The Hobbit
Book Quests, September 2022

100 Cupboards
Book Quests, August 2022

Phantastes
Book Quests, July 2022

131. What If An Airborne Mist Turned Humans Into Zombies? | The Skyworld Series with Morgan L. Busse
Fantastical Truth, Sep 27, 2022

130. Will Audiobooks Form the Future of Christian Fantasy? | Oasis Family Media with Steve Smith
Fantastical Truth, Sep 20, 2022

129. Why Does Fantastical Fiction Express God’s Creativity? | Enclave Publishing with Steve Laube
Fantastical Truth, Sep 13, 2022

128. How Can Christian Fans Engage Their Local Libraries? | with Steve Rzasa
Fantastical Truth, Sep 7, 2022

Yes, Speculative Faith Is Closed, At Least For Now
E. Stephen Burnett, Dec 30

Last Stands, Custer, General Gordon, and Being a Christian Warrior
Travis Perry, Jul 2

How Christian Must Christian Fiction Be?
Rebecca LuElla Miller, May 24

Gender In Fiction: The Implication Of Failure
Rebecca LuElla Miller, May 10

Making a Story Visual UPDATE: Behind the Scenes of the Animal Eye Comic
Travis Perry, May 9

What Does “Woke” Culture Have To Do With Christian Fiction?
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Apr 26