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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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Blood Secrets, Morgan L. Busse
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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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    Didn’t Like That Halftime Show? Our New Podcast Episode Explores the Purpose of Dance
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Feb 4, 2020

    Beneath the Hidden Current: Of Floating Islands and Dolphins
    Sharon Hinck, Articles on Oct 25, 2019

    Why Bill Maher and Mark Steyn are (Mostly) Wrong about Stan Lee and Superhero Fantasy
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Nov 20, 2018

    Christian Fantasy Fans: What’s Your Highest Purpose?
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Nov 13, 2018

    Which is Greater: Faith or Truth?
    Brennan S. McPherson, Articles on Jun 19, 2018

    To The Homeschooled Young Woman Who Asked Ted Dekker For Help At Realm Makers
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Aug 4, 2017

    Weirdness In Church? Or: The Adventure Of The Dancing Men
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jul 13, 2017

    Here There Be Monsters…
    Mark Carver, Articles on Sep 9, 2015

    Is Prayer In Fiction Fictional?
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Feb 17, 2015

    How To Train Your Church Story Group
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Feb 12, 2015

    The State Of Christian Fantastical Fiction 3: Church Clarifications
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jan 15, 2015

    The State Of Christian Fantastical Fiction 1: Disillusioned
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jan 1, 2015

    Popular Culture Is An Eternal Gift Of God
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Sep 11, 2014

    How Should We Then Upgrade Christian Fiction?
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Aug 14, 2014

    Toward A Better View Of ‘Icky Bits,’ Part 2
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on May 29, 2014

    Being Blessed By All The Fiction Crazy
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Feb 27, 2014

    The Answer To The Ultimate Question Of Life, Fiction Universes, and Everything
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Feb 6, 2014

    The Surprising Delight Of Sudden Geekiness
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jan 16, 2014

    About That Kingdom… Come Again?
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Oct 16, 2013

    This Is Fiction Freedom
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Sep 19, 2013

    More Thoughts on Science and Fiction
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Jul 24, 2013

    No Pressure
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jul 15, 2013

    Speculative Faith Movie Missions: Intro
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jul 11, 2013

    Iconoclasm, Part 2
    Brian Godawa, Articles on Jun 28, 2013

    Iconoclasm, Part 1
    Brian Godawa, Articles on Jun 21, 2013

    Three Scriptural Cautions Against Self-Publishing
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Jun 13, 2013

    The Forgotten Reader 3: Sharing The Joy
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on May 2, 2013

    Resurrection, Part 4: Creation Will Rise
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Apr 11, 2013

    Idolatry And Reading-Fandom
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Feb 18, 2013

    Dust You Are
    John Otte, Articles on Feb 13, 2013

    How To Ruin Your Child’s Reading
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Dec 27, 2012

    Incarnation, Part 2: Hero In The Flesh
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Dec 13, 2012

    ‘A Willingness To Be Enchanted’
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Nov 22, 2012

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

    Reading Is Worship 9: Spectrum Of Glories
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Oct 25, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 7: More Than A Story
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Oct 11, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 6: Curing Weirdness-Idolatry
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Oct 4, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 5: Identifying Weirdness-Idolatry
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Sep 27, 2012

    ‘The Hobbit’ Story Group 1: An Unexpected Party
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Sep 20, 2012

    Reading Is Worship 4: Craft-Idolatry
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Sep 13, 2012

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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.