Lorehaven helps fans of all ages explore fantastical stories for God’s glory. Find the newest fiction for young readers plus teens+YA and adults. Get articles and podcasts that engage the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond. Subscribe free to join the Lorehaven Guild for monthly book quests!
Crew manifest Faith statement FAQs
All author resources Lorehaven Guild Subscribe for free

‘The Chosen’ Creator Dallas Jenkins Responds to On-Set Pride Flag Criticism

Jenkins: “I don’t celebrate Pride Month. I don’t celebrate the pride flag. If I wore a shirt, it would probably say Humility on it, just because pride has gotten me in trouble.” · E. Stephen Burnett

The Little Mermaid’s Live-Action Remake Fares Better Than Critics Forecast

Some new songs may flounder, but Ariel’s voice and Triton’s character redeem the 2023 Disney film. · Marian Jacobs

Fantastical books for middle grade readers!

Best for older children ages 8–12
Hamelin Stoop: The Eagle, the Cave, and the Footbridge, Robert B. Sloan.
The Oasis King, Mark David Pullen
Bear Knight, James R. Hannibal
boys’ fiction · girls’ fiction · all fiction
Lorehaven Guild · Book Quests · subscribe

Top resources

  • Try These Three Practical Questions to Discern Fictional Magic
  • How Do We Discern Good and Bad ‘Magic’?
  • Three Fantastical Christian Stories to Help Your Kids Head Back to School
  • The Death and Rebirth of Magic in Children's Fantasy

The Little Mermaid’s Live-Action Remake Fares Better Than Critics Forecast

Some new songs may flounder, but Ariel’s voice and Triton’s character redeem the 2023 Disney film. · Marian Jacobs

New books for teens + young adults

Best for readers ages 13–18—and beyond!
Hamelin Stoop: The Eagle, the Cave, and the Footbridge, Robert B. Sloan.
Radiant, Ashley Bustamante
Hunt for Eden's Star, D. J. Williams
young men’s · young women’s · all fiction
Lorehaven Guild · Book Quests · subscribe

Top resources

  • Beware the Real Danger of Entertainment
  • Christian-Made Fantasy Can Shine Light in the Grimdark
  • How to Disciple Your Kids with Dangeous Books
  • How Reading Epic Fantasy Helps Me Be Brave
  • Engaging Fictional Violence in Our Real Worlds
  • Engaging That @&*% Our Stories Often Say

165. How Does Science Fiction Help Us Escape Real-World Gravity? | with B. L. Dean

‘The Chosen’ Creator Dallas Jenkins Responds to On-Set Pride Flag Criticism

Jenkins: “I don’t celebrate Pride Month. I don’t celebrate the pride flag. If I wore a shirt, it would probably say Humility on it, just because pride has gotten me in trouble.” · E. Stephen Burnett

New fiction for adults

Challenging novels for wise readers 18 and up.
The Soul Mark, Jasmine Fisher
The Kingdom of Heaven, Evelyn M. Lewis
War of Torment, Ronie Kendig
men’s fiction · women’s fiction · all fiction
articles · podcast · reviews · subscribe

Top resources

  • Even If We Like Fantasy and Sci-Fi, We Can Still Practice Accidental Legalism
  • How God Uses Story Villains for Our Good
  • Sensual Scenes in Fiction Pose Unique Temptations for Women
  • Stories With Bad Ideas Can Still Help Us Grow
  • Engaging Fictional Violence in Our Real Worlds
  • Engaging That @&*% Our Stories Often Say

165. How Does Science Fiction Help Us Escape Real-World Gravity? | with B. L. Dean

‘The Chosen’ Creator Dallas Jenkins Responds to On-Set Pride Flag Criticism

Jenkins: “I don’t celebrate Pride Month. I don’t celebrate the pride flag. If I wore a shirt, it would probably say Humility on it, just because pride has gotten me in trouble.” · E. Stephen Burnett

Film, streaming, TV, video games

Help your kids engage their world for Christ!
Explore The Pop Culture Parent

Top resources

  • Let’s Not Excuse Movie and TV Porn For the Sake of ‘Redemptive’ Stories
  • Christians Can’t Consistently Blame Leftist Fiction While Pushing Our Own Propaganda

The Little Mermaid’s Live-Action Remake Fares Better Than Critics Forecast

Some new songs may flounder, but Ariel’s voice and Triton’s character redeem the 2023 Disney film. · Marian Jacobs

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Hints at Redemption from Postmodern Pain

Marvel’s new space adventure is here to remind us of what the MCU used to be, with clear conflict and competent villains and no political preaching. · A. D. Sheehan
Advertise at Lorehaven List your own novel Request a review
Lorehaven helps fans of all ages explore fantastical stories for God’s glory. Find the newest fiction for young readers plus teens+YA and adults. Get articles and podcasts that engage the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond. Subscribe free to join the Lorehaven Guild for monthly book quests!
Crew manifest Faith statement FAQs
All author resources Lorehaven Guild Subscribe for free

Share your novel with new fans!

Lorehaven is reaching Christian fans, homeschool families, church influencers, and cultural conservatives.

Thirty Questions for Critics of ‘The Chosen’ or Other Christian Creators Who Hire Heathens

Yes, we must judge any creative work with righteous judgment, but don’t strain at gnats while swallowing camels. · E. Stephen Burnett

Shazam Sequel Can’t Appease The Fans’ Fury

More fans want superhero stories to act their age, connect with a larger world, and respect metahuman virtues. · E. Stephen Burnett

Find new gifts for Christian fans

Lorehaven print issues (2018–2020)

New!
Middle grade
Teens + YA
Adults
Onscreen
Authors
Gifts
Guild
Lorehaven helps fans of all ages explore fantastical stories for God’s glory. Find the newest fiction for young readers plus teens+YA and adults. Get articles and podcasts that engage the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond. Subscribe free to join the Lorehaven Guild for monthly book quests!
articles book quests library news podcast reviews subscribe free
articles •book quests • library •news •podcast •reviews •subscribe free
/ Library / BookTags /supernatural thriller

The Resurrection

When Ruby Case, an unassuming crippled woman, inexplicably raises a boy from the dead, she creates uproar in the quiet coastal town of Stonetree. Some brand her a witch, others a miracle worker. Yet Reverend Ian Clark could care less. […]
Reader ages: adults, teens + young adults

The Sending

The minions of Satan think Mark is working completely for their errands. But someone else is sending Mark, as well. Racing time to find them and the Tree of Life, Mark must decide if he’s willing to lose his faith to save his soul. By Matt Koceich.
Reader ages: adults, teens + young adults

The Muse

Stan Marino needs a muse. He’s written himself into a corner … again. A shot of inspiration is all he needs to finish his story … where is he going to find it? What Stan doesn’t know: Inspiration has found him. And it’s about to take over his life. Contemporary fantasy for teen readers and older.
Reader ages: adults, teens + young adults

Lost Mission

An idyllic Spanish mission collapses in the eighteenth century. Twelve generations later, the ground is opened up, the forgotten ruins disturbed, and rich and poor alike confront the onslaught of resurging hell on earth. Supernatural thriller for adult readers by Athol Dickson.
Reader ages: adults

Angel

An earthquake shakes Southern California and sets the stage for the appearance of Aster, a stranger from a world far from our own. Miracles happen around him, spectacular promises are made, and wisdom flows forth from his lips. By Alton Gansky.
Reader ages: adults

The 12th Demon: Vampyre Majick

When Jonathan Steel and Josh Knight return to Dallas, Texas, a mysterious assassin named Raven surfaces from Steel’s murky, dangerous past. Book 2 of The Chronicles of Jonathan Steel by Bruce Hennigan.
Reader ages: adults

The Dead Whisper On

Candace MacHugh’s father promised to contact her from the “other side” if he could … but it’s been eleven long years. But one evening from the shadows she hears a familiar voice — Bud MacHugh’s trademark growl. By T.L. Hines.
Reader ages: adults
House by Frank Peretti and Ted Dekker

House

The only way out is in. One game. Seven players. Three rules. Game ends at dawn.
Reader ages: adults

The 13th Demon: Altar Of The Spiral Eye

Three years ago, a psychopathic killer possessed by the “thirteenth” demon destroyed Jonathan Steel’s life. Now he searches the countryside for the hideous creature. Book 1 of The Chronicles of Jonathan Steel series by Bruce Hennigan.
Reader ages: adults

Waking Lazarus

Jude Allman is hiding from the world and hiding from God. Because when you come back from the dead three times, the world wants a piece of you … and it becomes clear that God may have something in mind for you, too. By T.L. Hines.
Reader ages: adults

The Truth Teller

A five-year-old boy can sense who is telling the truth…and who isn’t. It’s a gift some will do anything to silence and a mother will do anything to protect. By Angela Hunt.
Reader ages: adults

Shadowed

In the wake of a miracle of global proportions, National Peace Organization operative Paul Stepola has been exposed as a double agent—serving the Zealot Underground of people of faith in an atheistic world. Book 3 of the Underground Zealot series by Jerry B. Jenkins.
Reader ages: adults
Monster by Frank Peretti

Monster

Someone — no, something — emerges from the dense woods and begins pursuing them. Dependent on the efforts of a small town and a band of friends, Reed knows they have little time to find Beck.
Reader ages: adults

Nightbringer

An ancient evil has darkened the abbey halls and turned the once-peaceful monastery into a murderous battleground. By James Byron Huggins.
Reader ages: adults

Silenced

National Peace Organization operative Paul Stepola walks a dangerous tightrope as a double agent — a new believer assigned to enforce the ban on religion. Book 2 of the Underground Zealot series, by Jerry B. Jenkins.
Reader ages: adults

Soon

Supernatural events are happening that Paul Stepola can’t explain. But when one event hits close to home, Paul can no longer deny the truth. Book 1 of the Underground Zealot series, by Jerry B. Jenkins.
Reader ages: adults

Marduk’s Tablet

When the unexplainable begins to happen, Emilie Nazzaro finds herself probing the deep mysteries of life–and wondering if she, too, will fall prey to Marduk’s tablet. Supernatural thriller by T.L. Higley.
Reader ages: adults

The Lights Of Tenth Street

As angelic forces do battle behind the veil, it’s clear that the choice Doug and Sherry make … and how they confront the painful issues in their marriage … has the terrifying power to deepen — or illuminate — the spiritual darkness. Supernatural thriller by Shaunti Feldhahn.
Reader ages: adults, teens + young adults

Dark Moon

At first Marcus Stiller thought his telescope was playing tricks on him. It wasn’t. A dark red spot has appeared on the lunar surface—a spot no one can explain. And it’s growing. By Alton Gansky.
Reader ages: adults

The Prodigy

Undeniable miracles are following a rusty station wagon on its journey west. But the person behind them is no charismatic religious figure. He’s the six-year-old son of a poor single mother and the possessor of a gift he can’t explain. By Alton Gansky.
Reader ages: adults

The Eternity Gene

Dr. Jack Brennan is led on a series of thrilling adventures through the fabric of time and the history of civilization as he finds himself in the middle of a sinister alien conspiracy. Sequel to The Fallen, both by Robert Don Hughes.
Reader ages: adults

Through My Eyes

Rev. Adam Bridger and his wife, Dr. Rachel Tremaine, are once again at the center of an adventure not of their own making. Contemporary end-times supernatural thriller by Alton Gansky.
Reader ages: adults

By My Hands

A series of mysterious and miraculous healings baffles doctors, pastors, and the media baffled. When pastor Adam Bridgers investigates, he uncovers evidence that places his life in jeopardy. Medical supernatural thriller for adult readers, by Alton Gansky.
Reader ages: adults
Reviewed

The Oath

An ancient sin. A long forgotten oath. A town with a deadly secret.
“With deepening suspense, slow-reveals, and terrifying imagery, this literary creature features a foe you might not expect.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: adults

The Fallen

Although it didn’t fit with his theology, Dr. Jack Brenner was convinced he’d been abducted by aliens — at first. But doubts set in. Who then — or what — were they? Science fiction by Robert Don Hughes.
Reader ages: adults
Prophet, Frank E. Peretti
Reviewed

Prophet

John Barrett, anchorman for the city’s most-watched newscast, is a man suddenly lost in a town he thought he owned. His comfortable world is being jarred to the breaking point.
“If great fiction dares explore culture wars, it must show more than perfect people smiling before a flat backdrop. Frank E. Peretti’s 1992 novel Prophet reflects this reality.”
—Lorehaven review, 2022
Reader ages: adults, teens + young adults
Piercing the Darkness by Frank Peretti

Piercing The Darkness

Across a vast panorama of heart-stopping action, Sally Roe’s journey is a penetrating portrayal of our times, a reflection of our wanderings, and a vivid reminder of the redemptive power of the Cross.
Reader ages: adults
This Present Darkness, Frank E. Peretti
Reviewed

This Present Darkness

A skeptical reporter and a prayerful pastor are caught up in a hideous New Age plot to enslave the townspeople of Ashton.
“Although at times cheesy, Frank E. Peretti’s pictures imbue the ordinary with cosmic significance.”
—Lorehaven review, spring 2020
Reader ages: adults

Lorehaven helps fans of all ages explore fantastical stories for God’s glory. Find the newest fiction for young readers plus teens+YA and adults. Get articles and podcasts that engage the best Christian-made fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond. Subscribe free to join the Lorehaven Guild for monthly book quests!
Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter