The Tragedy Of Popularity

A story’s popularity is not a bad thing. But such trends unintentionally cause lack of creativity and originality in other stories. —Zac Totah in March 2016

The True Aim Of Art

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. —Shannon McDermott in March 2016

Fiction Friday – The Orphan’s Song By Gillian Bronte Adams

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. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in February 2016

4 Ways Readers Can Encourage Authors

If you read fiction, this post is for you. I’m a book-lover and I’m guessing you are, too. I’m also an author (before you ask the inevitable question, I haven’t been published—not officially anyway). Being both an avid reader and […] —Zac Totah in February 2016

Jesus Vs. The Punisher

The Punisher isn’t a Christ-figure, but all his comic reinventions remind me of our fake Jesus versions. —Zach Bartels in February 2016

We Have A Winner – 2016 Winter Writing Challenge

Special thanks to all of you who participated: the entrants for sharing their stories with us, the visitors who commented and gave YES votes for finalists, and those who voted in the poll to select the winner. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in February 2016

Why Do We Root For The Underdog?

Everyone loves an underdog. A couple days ago, a rather large sporting event took place, pitting my hometown Denver Broncos against the almost unstoppable Carolina Panthers. Denver was the clear underdog. How could they stop Carolina? In this story, the […] —Zac Totah in February 2016

2016 Winter Writing Challenge Finalists

All that’s left is to select the winner. Choose from these entries and vote in the poll at the end of this post for one entry you think is best. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in February 2016

Once Upon A Time: If We Tune In

A concise yet biased summary of the last half-season of Once Upon A Time. —Shannon McDermott in February 2016

2016 Spec Faith Winter Writing Challenge

For the last several years, Spec Faith has held a winter writing contest, a type of writing exercise, with rewards. There’s feedback from other Spec Faith visitors and there’s the potential for a $25 gift card from either Amazon or B&N. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in January 2016

The Best-Worst Cliches

Today, we are going to talk about cliches in fiction, or at least one special subset of them: those that annoy us. —Shannon McDermott in January 2016

My Take: The Force Awakens

There’s an interesting nod to behavior psychology, too, and the strength of the human will—both for good and for ill. The idea seems to be that “training” can only be successful to a certain degree, but ultimately the person has the final say about what they will or won’t do. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in January 2016

Fiction Friday – Oath Of The Brotherhood

In a kingdom where the Old Ways hold fast and a man’s worth lies entirely in his skill with the sword, Conor Mac Nir is a scholar, a musician, and a follower of the forbidden Balian faith: problematic for any man, but disastrous for the son of the king. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in January 2016

Why Do We Relate To Epic Journeys?

You’ve been on a journey. So have I. So has everyone through the history of the world. In fact, you’re on one right now. It might not be literal, such as traveling through Europe or flying cross-country on a business […] —Zac Totah in January 2016

A Fresh Start And Change

One reason fiction is so powerful is because of the change these characters make. They show readers that change is possible, that trials can bring strength, that hope resides on the other side of conflict because of the growth it brings. —Rebecca LuElla Miller in January 2016

A Holiday Party With Spec-Fic Characters

For many of us, the time around Christmas and New Year’s is a time to gather with friends and extended family. A time to throw a huge party and enjoy celebrating. If you’ve done it long enough, experience has shown […] —Zac Totah in December 2015

Thinking About Time

Over all what do you think about stories that manipulate time? What are some of the best stories that you’ve read (or written) which depend on the manipulation of time or on a certain time period? —Rebecca LuElla Miller in December 2015

Merry Christmas

For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us —Rebecca LuElla Miller in December 2015
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