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The Deliverer, Jason William Karpf
Light in the darkness
The Change, Bradley Caffee
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Rose Petals and Snowflakes, Kendra E. Ardnek
A light in the grimdark
The Choice, Bradley Caffee
Aslan from The Horse and His Boy: "No one ever saw anything more terrible or beautiful."
100 Cupboards, N. D. Wilson
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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

How to Discern ‘Honest’ Christian Fiction Without Embracing Darkness
“Some critics argue Christian fiction should avoid cringe by showing more darkness and sin, but this approach brings biblical dangers.”
—Lorehaven on Sep 21, 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

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    Two Classics
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 30, 2020

    An Acquittal
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 16, 2020

    Happiness is an Aesthetic
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Jul 29, 2020

    The Decision of Meaning
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Jul 15, 2020

    An Icon of Melodrama
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Apr 22, 2020

    The Departure From Normality
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 25, 2020

    The Burden of Belief
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 11, 2020

    Not Cinema, but Movies
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Nov 20, 2019

    The Hallmark of a Snob
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 11, 2019

    Licking the Chocolate Off Poison Pills: A Comment on Cultural Engagement
    Travis Perry, Articles on Jul 18, 2019

    Great Art And Story
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on May 13, 2019

    Art Under Negotiation
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on May 8, 2019

    Leaving Michael Jackson
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 13, 2019

    Theology And Art: Are They Complementary?
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Mar 11, 2019

    According to the Label
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Feb 13, 2019

    Accidents of Unexpected Creation
    Travis Perry, Articles on Aug 23, 2018

    Seriously, Now
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Aug 15, 2018

    Keeping the Edge Sharp
    Mark Carver, Articles on Jul 25, 2018

    “Better” Christian Entertainment
    Mark Carver, Articles on May 16, 2018

    Madeleine L’Engle on ‘Bad Religion’
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 14, 2018

    Beside the Point
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Nov 8, 2017

    Pain and Pleasure
    Mark Carver, Articles on Aug 23, 2017

    What Should A Story’s Agenda Be?
    Zac Totah, Articles on Jun 20, 2017

    A Dark Mind
    Mark Carver, Articles on May 3, 2017

    The Gospel According To Star Trek, Part 2
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Oct 14, 2016

    Pushing (Your) Boundaries
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 28, 2016

    A Human Constant
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Aug 3, 2016

    Fiction Is The RIGHT Vehicle For Theology
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jun 13, 2016

    The Power Of Ink
    Mark Carver, Articles on May 18, 2016

    The Humility Deficit
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Apr 27, 2016

    Sweetness and Light, Maybe
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 30, 2016

    The True Aim Of Art
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Mar 2, 2016

    The Art And Craft Of Glorifying God
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Nov 9, 2015

    The Biases Of Art
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 2, 2015

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Lorehaven helps Christian fans explore fantastical stories for Christ’s glory: fantasy, science fiction, and beyond. Articles, the library, reviews, podcasts, gifts, and the Lorehaven Guild community help fans discern and enjoy the best Christian-made fantastical stories, applying their meanings to the real world Jesus Christ calls us to serve. Subscribe free to get any updates you choose and to access the Lorehaven Guild.