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Story Shutdowns

This may be unfair, but some themes, phrases, or single words in story descriptions make me instantly shut down. · E. Stephen Burnett

The Forgotten Reader 2: R.E.A.D.

Before discussing reading first and writing shop-talk second, what do we mean by “reading”? True reading starts with humble Receiving and ends in God-worshipful Delight. · E. Stephen Burnett

The Forgotten Reader 3: Sharing The Joy

Many blogs advise how to pitch projects to editors. But how would you pitch fantasy itself to *readers* — parents, Lewis/Tolkien-or-bust fans, or church friends? · E. Stephen Burnett

How To Be A Silly Christian Fiction Critic

Don’t read actual Christian fiction. Compare apples and oranges. And especially, never challenge your own silent acceptance of evangelical tropes. · E. Stephen Burnett