The Price Of Sacrifice
Zac Totah, Apr 19, 2016
Sacrifice is a key theme in stories. I was reminded of this during this past weekend, when my family was watching Lord of the Rings. It’s been quite a while since I’ve seen the movies, and as I watched the […]
Parabolic Tales: The Hidden Beauty Of Faith In Speculative Fiction
Barbara Hartzler, Apr 15, 2016
As a reader, I want to be transported to a place beyond myself. To a place where light-versus-dark struggles are elevated beyond the mundane to new heights of courage, bravery, and inner strength. Sometimes, it’s only at these new heights that we can finally grasp the truth.
Only Human
Shannon McDermott, Apr 13, 2016
The moral the writer drew from this story is that authors should pay attention to details. The moral I drew is that some readers are far too picky.
How Quests Show The Importance Of Community
Zac Totah, Apr 12, 2016
“Frodo wouldn’t have gotten far without Sam.” One of the most touching, truthful lines in the entire Lord of the Rings saga. It’s true Frodo wouldn’t have made it far without Sam, even though he tried to leave everyone behind […]
Learning From The Secular: Christian Science Fiction And Fantasy’s Distinctive
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Apr 11, 2016
Christian science fiction or fantasy most often dramatizes the spiritual in general terms rather than in the particular. It’s like writing, What is the spiritual journey of Everyman, instead of writing, What is my spiritual journey.
Creating A Compelling Love Triangle
Laurie Lucking, Apr 8, 2016
Good or bad, love triangles can certainly keep readers turning pages and tend to prompt a lot of discussion and debate. When done well, a love triangle can also give thought-provoking insight into the nature of the human heart.
Christian Geek Central Brings SpecFaith To YouTube
E. Stephen Burnett, Apr 7, 2016
Christian Geek Central’s first YouTube video based on a Speculative Faith article arrived this week, based on Zachary D. Totah’s Jan. 26 article Engaging Entertainment with Intention.
Do You Even Goth, Bro?
Mark Carver, Apr 6, 2016
You can’t simply inject a graveyard or crumbling cathedral into a novel and declare it to be Gothic. The idea of Gothic isn’t paint-by-numbers or a recipe for the macabre.
Of Names And Such
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Apr 4, 2016
As a reader, how much do you pay attention to the names of characters or places? How much do you think about the significance of the name itself?
Badfan v Superman: Top Ten Movie Myths, Part 2
E. Stephen Burnett, Apr 1, 2016
Three fans of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” explore Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and lame lambasts of the film’s unpredictability, themes, and resolutions.
Badfan v Superman: Top Ten Movie Myths, Part 1
E. Stephen Burnett, Mar 31, 2016
E. Stephen Burnett, Austin Gunderson, and Kerry Nietz loved “Batman v Superman” and take on ten challenges of the film’s superheroes and super-story.
Sweetness and Light, Maybe
Shannon McDermott, Mar 30, 2016
Disney’s reputation for sweetness and light has long been exaggerated.
Heroes, Protective Tendencies, and Moral Dilemmas
Zac Totah, Mar 28, 2016
We’ve all heard the line, “I was only trying to protect you,” mainly used by a various assortment of heroes (aka ALL-OF-THEM) when explaining why they kept their identity a secret from their closest friends and family. On one hand, […]
Fiction Friday – Rebel By R. J. Anderson
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Mar 25, 2016
Rebel (Enclave Publishing) No Ordinary Fairy Tale Book 2 By R. J. Anderson Introduction The last time Timothy broke a rule, he got suspended. But when he defies the faery empress, it might well get him killed. Timothy Sinclair doesn’t […]
Check Your Scalp For Mysterious Numbers
Mark Carver, Mar 23, 2016
What do you do if you are destined to become a villain?
20 Lord Of The Rings Quotes For Everyday Use
Zac Totah, Mar 22, 2016
Ever had that frustrating moment when you didn’t know what to say? You’re engaged in a lively debate and someone makes a point, and you can’t find the words to counter. You’re in a situation that’s begging for a witty […]
The Superhero Who Dies
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Mar 21, 2016
In the end, Jesus’s death is the greatest superhero death of all. For one thing, it was real.
The Wingfeather Saga Animated Series: An Artist’s Intro
Keith Lango, Mar 18, 2016
If you’re a fan of Andrew Peterson’s “Wingfeather Saga” tales, or like the concept of this fantasy animated series, join the Kickstarter campaign.
#FantasyFunMonth: Book Better Than Movie
E. Stephen Burnett, Mar 17, 2016
What fantasy books were better than their film versions? Join the conversation about #FantasyFunMonth.
3 Fantasy Books You Probably Haven’t Read But Should
Zac Totah, Mar 14, 2016
In case you haven’t heard, March is Fantasy Fun Month, where every day posts about fantasy favorites—from characters to maps—flood social media. Yesterday, Rebecca Miller posted about fantasy quotes. I figured why not continue the fantasy love, this time exploring fantasy […]
Guess That Fantasy
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Mar 14, 2016
I’ll give a number of quotes from various fantasies, and then those who want to play can guess what book they come from.
Why Are Batman and Superman Fighting?
E. Stephen Burnett, Mar 10, 2016
Why are Batman and Superman fighting? Why did Man of Steel have to be so “dark” and “gritty”? Superman never kills!
Now Leaving The Comfort Zone
Mark Carver, Mar 9, 2016
If you’re into high fantasy, steampunk, YA dystopian, or any genre that thrills your imagination, that’s great, but consider stepping out of your comfort zone once in a while.
The Tragedy Of Popularity
Zac Totah, Mar 8, 2016
A story’s popularity is not a bad thing. But such trends unintentionally cause lack of creativity and originality in other stories.
#FantasyFunMonth
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Mar 7, 2016
How about joining #FantasyFunMonth? You can post your answers on your own social media sites, but also on Spec Faith’s Facebook page. Of course, include the hashtag #FantasyFunMonth so other fans can find your answers more easily.
‘Risen’ and The Power Of Miraculous Realism
E. Stephen Burnett, Mar 4, 2016
The film “Risen” is fantastical, realistic, and explores Bible themes other “Christian movies” can’t or won’t.
The True Aim Of Art
Shannon McDermott, Mar 2, 2016
I have a new theory about what’s wrong with modern art. It came to me suddenly, like a flash of insight or a completely random thought.
Strength In Weakness: A Tale Of Hobbits and Heroes
Zac Totah, Mar 1, 2016
Hobbits make for terrible hero material. At least to the critical, externally-focused eye. They’re small in stature, physically inferior, known for gardening, consuming mass quantities of ale, and living a simplistic lifestyle. Not warriors hardened by battle and filled with […]
Dream Treaders: A Review
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Feb 29, 2016
I think Dream Treaders is a triple (with nobody out), if not a home run. It’s a great book for middle grade boys, a reading group that is highly under served, in my opinion. I applaud Wayne Batson for such a wonderful story (and Thomas Nelson for publishing it).
Fiction Friday – The Orphan’s Song By Gillian Bronte Adams
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Feb 26, 2016
Every generation has a Songkeeper—one chosen to keep the memory of the Song alive. And in every generation, there are those who seek to destroy the chosen one.
