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Light in the darkness
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Rose Petals and Snowflakes, Kendra E. Ardnek
A light in the grimdark
The Choice, Bradley Caffee
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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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    A Santa Claus Non-Believer Discovers Tolkien’s Father Christmas Letters
    Travis Perry, Articles on Dec 24, 2020

    There and Beowulf Again: Providence and Plot in Tolkien’s Hobbit
    Anthony G. Cirilla, Articles on Jul 18, 2020

    Will Great Stories Last Forever—Not Just Tolkien Novels But Also Games and Movies?
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Apr 28, 2020

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    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Apr 7, 2020

    Brian Godawa Joins Our Podcast to Contend Rationally for ‘Non-Rational’ Imagination
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Mar 10, 2020

    What’s the Deal with the Devil: Conclusion and a Call to Action
    Travis Perry, Articles on Jan 30, 2020

    Is Responsibility for Art Limited to Temptations for People You Know Personally?
    Travis Perry, Articles on Oct 10, 2019

    Tranquility: Tainting Creation in Fantasy Fiction
    Christa Conklin, Articles on Aug 30, 2019

    Two Streams of Thought
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Jul 31, 2019

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

    Dreams of Other Worlds
    Travis Perry, Articles on Apr 11, 2019

    C. S. Lewis and Sub-creation
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Oct 22, 2018

    Stop Hating on Christian Popular Culture
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Mar 31, 2017

    Better Proselytization Through Imagination
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Oct 17, 2013

    Stealing Faces
    Patrick W. Carr, Articles on Feb 1, 2013

    The Sincerest Form Of Flattery
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Jan 23, 2013

    Incarnation, Part 1: Eternal Entity
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Dec 6, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 12: Desiring God As Fantasy Fans
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Nov 15, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 11: Glory Spectrum Of Stories
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Nov 8, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 8: Source Of All Stories
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Oct 18, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 2: Experience-Worship
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Aug 30, 2012

    Shallow Reasons To Support ‘Narnia’ 1
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Aug 9, 2012

    Beyond Inklings Imitations 1: Exploring The Source
    A. T. Ross, Articles on Aug 7, 2012

    When Bad Things Happen To Good Characters
    Fred Warren, Articles on Jul 24, 2012

    Rearranging Icons 4: Characters Becoming Icons
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Apr 19, 2012

    Will Fiction Last Forever? Part 5
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Dec 8, 2011

    Writing In The Doldrums
    Chris Walley, Articles on Jul 1, 2011

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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.