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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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    Why Can a Book’s Movie Be So Bad? When an Adaptation Goes Astray
    Heather M. Elliott, Articles on Jul 30, 2020

    Top Ten Most Original Speculative Fiction Story Worlds, Part 2
    Travis Perry, Articles on Apr 16, 2020

    Realism And Twenty-first Century Storytelling
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Mar 9, 2020

    What Does it Mean for a Story to be “Christian”?
    Travis Perry, Articles on May 2, 2019

    A Dark Little Tale
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 12, 2018

    Realism And Twenty-first Century Storytelling—A Reprise
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jun 4, 2018

    Fantasy That Works
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Feb 5, 2018

    Do You Want to Go?
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Jan 31, 2018

    Entering Storyland: Why We Become Immersed in the Tales We Read
    Zac Totah, Articles on Sep 19, 2017

    An Unheralded Significance
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 13, 2017

    Good Character(s)
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Jun 21, 2017

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

    Will Storytelling Undergo A Huge Change In The Near Future?
    Zac Totah, Articles on May 2, 2017

    Who Vs. What
    Mark Carver, Articles on Oct 5, 2016

    Realism And Twenty-first Century Storytelling
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Sep 19, 2016

    A Matter Of Interpretation
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Aug 17, 2016

    Unrealism In Art
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Sep 16, 2015

    7 Top Ways To Ensure Your Story Is Preachy
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Dec 2, 2014

    Story Weariness
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Aug 25, 2014

    Divergent, Great Stories, And Good Writing
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jun 23, 2014

    Godzilla Is Not Dead
    R. L. Copple, Articles on May 20, 2014

    Visual Impact
    R. L. Copple, Articles on May 13, 2014

    Agenda Fiction Is Alive and Well
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Apr 8, 2014

    Why I Put It Down
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Dec 31, 2013

    Fictional Christianity
    R. L. Copple, Articles on Dec 10, 2013

    Looking For A Few Good Words
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Sep 4, 2013

    Deus Ex Machina: A Christian Problem?
    John Otte, Articles on Jul 31, 2013

    Last Son Of Earth: Part 5
    Christopher Miller, Articles on Jun 4, 2013

    Last Son Of Earth – Part 4
    Christopher Miller, Articles on May 21, 2013

    The Forgotten Reader 2: R.E.A.D.
    E. Stephen Burnett, Articles on Apr 25, 2013

    Bring In The Gospel, But Leave Your “Isms” At Home
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Apr 3, 2013

    We Are Not Storyless!
    Christopher Miller, Articles on Mar 26, 2013

    How Can They Hear?
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Mar 6, 2013

    Magic In The Story: What’s The Big Deal?
    Christopher Miller, Articles on Feb 19, 2013

    More About Characters
    Yvonne Anderson, Articles on Feb 6, 2013

    Realism And Twenty-first Century Stories
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Jan 28, 2013

    Hold Your Twinkies Loosely!
    Christopher Miller, Articles on Jan 1, 2013

    The Echoes Of Christmas
    Shannon McDermott, Articles on Dec 28, 2012

    Ingredients Of A Good Story
    Rebecca LuElla Miller, Articles on Oct 15, 2012

    Familiarity Versus Originality
    Greg Mitchell, Articles on Aug 3, 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.