Conversion Scenes: Are They Real?
R. L. Copple, Jul 15, 2014
The bigger issue in my mind isn’t whether a story has a conversion scene or not, but how well it is portrayed.
Spec Faith 2014 Summer Writing Challenge
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jul 14, 2014
I’ll give a first line, and those who wish to accept the challenge will write what comes next—in 100 to 300 words.
Do The Scriptures Work In Fantasy Realms?
R. J. Anderson, Jul 11, 2014
I was astounded at how easily the Lord’s living verses could be woven together in a different realm with its own history. Because our Creator is unchanging, and His Word is eternal and alive, the Scriptures translate beautifully into other realms.
Avatars Of Forgiveness, Part 1: Zuko’s Journey
E. Stephen Burnett, Jul 10, 2014
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” brings balance to the world of mercy and justice, starting with the story of Fire Prince Zuko.
Three Reasons Why
Shannon McDermott, Jul 9, 2014
Three reasons why romance novels predominate Christian fiction.
Reading Long Fiction
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jul 7, 2014
Many of these books will be among those nominated for the Clive Staples Award next year, so why not get a jump on reading them?
Happy Fourth Of July
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jul 4, 2014
Have fun reading, and for those celebrating the USA’s independence, happy 4th of July!
Romantic Fiction Rules Because Of ‘Family Christian’ Faith
E. Stephen Burnett, Jul 3, 2014
Christians ignore fantastical fiction because they assume that marriage and family values matter more.
If You Want To Make God Laugh…
John Otte, Jul 2, 2014
So last month, I spent a Monday night seated in front of my computer. My wife would tell you that this, in and of itself, is not unusual. But that particular night, I was watching the liveblog for the Christy […]
Why Does Romance Dominate Christian Fiction?
R. L. Copple, Jul 1, 2014
There is an inherent discontinuity between the Christian Faith and fiction.
The Availability And Benefits Of Short Fiction
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jun 30, 2014
You can discover new authors who might become your next Favorite Author by reading their short stories. And your investment in time is minimal.
Books Are Dangerous
Ashlee Willis, Jun 27, 2014
For someone like me who is immersed in books, it is easy to lose your way.
An Unfolding Saga
Shannon McDermott, Jun 25, 2014
The Wingfeather Saga unfolds through four books into an intense and beautiful story.
The Coming Speculative Fiction Storm
R. L. Copple, Jun 24, 2014
For the first time in forever, an author no longer needed a publisher to economically publish their book and have readers find and buy it.
Divergent, Great Stories, And Good Writing
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jun 23, 2014
The book series was one more hot story that had fans craving the next book and the next. Granted, though the first book opened as #6 on the NY Times best-selling list, it didn’t reach the stature of Twilight or Hunger Games and certainly not of Harry Potter. Still, it had a loyal and avid following.
Why We Condemn ‘Game Of Thrones’ Porn and Think You Should Too
E. Stephen Burnett, Jun 20, 2014
All men must die to self and reject even “soft” porn and “artful” rape culture wherever it hides. #GameofPorns
Three-Second Comment Defeats Entire Storyline Of ‘Dragon 2’
E. Stephen Burnett, Jun 19, 2014
An actor’s ad-lib has overthrown every other theme of the 102-minute animated epic.
The Facts Are These…
John Otte, Jun 18, 2014
I find it interesting that at the heart of this whimsical modern-day fairy tale is the concept of resurrection.
Biblical Discernment: The Glory Rule
R. L. Copple, Jun 17, 2014
What did Paul mean when he said: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God?
Speculative Fiction And Children’s Books
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jun 16, 2014
Because God has given adults the responsibility of passing on the truth about God, and because He said we are to use every opportunity to do so, I think stories offer the perfect opportunity for showing what we believe.
Fiction Friday – On The Edge Of The Dark Sea Of Darkness
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jun 13, 2014
Just outside the town of Glipwood, perched near the edge of the cliffs above the Dark Sea, sat a little cottage where lived the Igiby family.
Dragons, Maleficent, and Echoes Of Groaning Earth
E. Stephen Burnett, Jun 12, 2014
Do stories such as “Maleficent” and “How to Train Your Dragon” say “man is evil, nature is good”?
Deafness, Good and Bad
Shannon McDermott, Jun 10, 2014
Christians shouldn’t shut out the criticism of the world, but we shouldn’t give it too much weight, either.
Biblical Discernment: The Pure Free-for-all
R. L. Copple, Jun 10, 2014
If all things are pure, Paul wouldn’t be concerned that they might be led astray.
Safe Fiction Is Dangerous (Or, A Review Of How To Train Your Dragon)
Rebecca LuElla Miller, Jun 9, 2014
“Safe” fiction is the most dangerous kind because people are disarmed, no longer alert to possible ideas that may foster a false worldview.
Steve Laube on Marcher Lord Press Regenerating Into Enclave Publishing
E. Stephen Burnett, Jun 6, 2014
New owner Steve Laube shares more about the Christian fantasy and sci-fi publisher’s future story.
On CAPC: ‘S.H.I.E.L.D.’ and The Subversion Of Human Nature
E. Stephen Burnett, Jun 5, 2014
Given a chance to share its superhero world on the small screen, Marvel chose to subvert naïve optimism about human government and humanity itself.
Slenderman: Requiem For Responsibility
John Otte, Jun 4, 2014
Okay, so yeah, I know that I’ve been gone for a while. Real life has intruded (and in a severe way just recently). But something happened recently that’s so bizarre, so surreal, that it’s prompted me to come out of […]
Biblical Discernment: Heeding Fables
R. L. Copple, Jun 3, 2014
Stories can be valid vehicles to convey truth, but they are not a systematic theology book. Experience and life can be messy.
