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To the Christian reader, there are two basic types of fiction: Christian and Secular and the Christian fiction publishing industry is one big monolith. This is definitely not the case. Any claims made by Christian publishers need examination to ensure clarity.

Despite the popularity of Christian speculative fiction, this genre has been marginalized by the major publishers.

Editorial

Science Fiction and Fantasy is a genre on the rise throughout Christian Fiction. For a very long time, Sci Fi and Fantasy novels were often passed over or not well marketed because publishers in the CBA...

Jeff Gerke of Marcher Lord Press, a unique concept in Christian publishing, discusses his experiences and motivations for founding MLP.

Novelist Sue Dent speaks about her Christian vampire and werewolf stories.

Author Interview

editorial on Christian Science Fiction

Where to find Christian science fiction and fantasy on the Web

Examination of why characters lack depth in Christian Fiction

Virginia Smith, a Christian novelist, the author of Just As I Am and several other works, has kindly agreed to share about her latest release, her road to publication, and Christian fiction and writing in general.

This article discusses the relationship between science fiction and religion.

Magazine Review

Christian fiction blog tours are a popular for of promotion for authors and publishing houses. Unfortunately, the tours do not always reflect the best of all Christian fiction. What are these tours and what are they all about?

Many groups and societies award works of Science Fiction and Fantasy. Whether you're looking for a good read, or looking to get some recognition for your own work, these awards are worth checking out!

Edgy is used as an adjective to describe the new face of Christian fiction. Novelists and readers see edgy as either positive or negative, but is there an all-encompassing definition?

The Lord may have given you an idea but it is up to you to perfect it. Imagining one's self as inspired will only produce bad writing. Your work is a work of fiction and must follow those rules.

Report of 2006 Montrose, PA Christian Writers Conference

Christian, Inspirational....what's the difference? Though many would consider it one and the same, I'll do my best to differentiate.

Interview

Book Review

Preview of the upcoming Fall 2008 Science Fiction and Fantasy television shows on NBC.

What defines Christian fiction? There are different opinions on that, as well as misconceptions. Read on to learn about the Christianity in Christian fiction.

Author Interview

There are many online book publishers, but very few who publish only Christian books. After lots of searching, I found Xulon Press and couldn't be happier with their services.

Christian fantasy novelist Caprice Hokstad discusses the unique issues in her new book For Iron Bars A Cage

There are many things about the Christmas holiday that have absolutely nothing to do with the Christian faith.

The FaithWriters website is hosting a three-day writing conference in Livonia, Michigan. The time will be packed with great workshops, fellowship and fun. It's a can't miss event!

Publication was never my dream. Having a life where I could write stories and share them with people, that is still the dream.

An article responding to the concerns being raised by many members of the Christian community over J.K. Rowling's literary series.

The romance market is one field which truly welcomes new writers with open arms. With at least 2 new lines sizzling forth from Harlequin and small presses on the rise, this is one field the author can't afford to overlook.

Christian ficition is a rapidly growing genre on the bookshelves. One of the more popular authors is Ted Dekker. Here's a review of his novel "Showdown."

Be encouraged Christian Writers! Whether it is to encourage, enlighten or entertain, the true Christian writer has a calling to write with a wonderful gift grounded in truth. Find joy in your calling! It is your strength to maintain your passion and develop your gift.

Christian fiction is arguably more popular these days than it was twenty years ago. There are publishing companies and literary agents specializing entirely in Christian fiction for teenagers.

Every fan of horror or science fiction knows the name of Richard Matheson, from scripts for Vincent Price movies such as House of Usher, his own The Incredible Shrinking Man, to the classic vampire tale I Am Legend. Together now are his 86 short stories.

It's difficult to really categorize any truly great piece of literature or art. There's an extremely faint line dividing the genres of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the Metaphysical.

Interview with Author John Aubrey Anderson

This article uncovers one of my deep, dark secrets: I love science fiction movies. It is something about which I have expertise that I'm willing to share.

"The Palace," Book 2 of Laura Lond's "The Adventures of Jecosan Tarres" trilogy, continues the story of Jeco, the young blacksmith's apprentice sent on a special mission by a supernatural messenger.

As much as I love the works of C.S.Lewis and J.R.R.Tolkien, I am getting tired of only their names being mentioned when it comes to Christian fantasy.

From the Firebird trilogy to Shivering World to the Star Wars Expanded Universe, Kathy Tyers has become widely respected in both the science fiction and Christian fiction markets

From the Firebird trilogy to Shivering World to the Star Wars Expanded Universe, Kathy Tyers has become widely respected in both the science fiction and Christian fiction markets.

Descriptions of three Christian political thrillers.

If you long to write faith-based literature, FaithWriters.com is a great place to start. You will discover willing mentors, learning tools, and an encouraging atmosphere. Published writers and beginners enjoy camaraderie as they grow.

The boy on TV's Tarzan...one of the Brothers Grimm...Vampira...the schoolteacher from The Birds...the trumpet player on Bell, Book and Candle.

If you have been reading Christian fiction for a while, or if you're deciding to check it out for the first time, these are the places I like to go for some great content.

Karen Kingsbury's Best-seller books are filled with scripture and messages. This one-of-a-kind writer has really made a name for herself using God's word and experiences in lives all around her.

Each literary agent is profiled with contact information and the other genres they represent.

Honor your Christian father by providing Christian resources at his fingertips. You'll find a little bit of everything in this list and maybe it will spark some creative ideas of your own to honor your Father.

Writing contests force you to create a body of work on deadline, and often within a strict set of guidelines. A writer who can use this as a springboard for stellar prose deserves all the recognition they can get.

An interview with pastor and science fiction author James Somers

Xulon Press, today a part of Salem Communications, is a Christian print-on-demand publisher. I have been working with Xulon since 2003.

If you are a Christian parent who thinks that dragons and spells are not something appropriate for a chidren's book, and that prevents you from buying "DragonSpell" by Donita K. Paul for your kids, allow me to reassure you.

From devotionals to fiction to books that inspire, there are a wealth of books that your Christian mom will enjoy receiving this Mother's Day.

Looking for a school with quality Christian values and a good education for your children or friends? Monclova Christian Academy provides a wonderful learning environment and maintains a low student to teacher ratio.

With the backdrop of witchcraft and soccery, the Harry Potter series has spawned some concerns from Christian leaders. What message does Harry Potter send, and should parents be worried?

While women's activity in Christian missions aided social liberation, this liberation came only by overcoming the obstacles of a male-dominated society. This article examines the disparity between men's and women's experiences in pursuing mission work.

A Christian leader and activist said an upcoming television special that claims archeologists may have found the tomb of Jesus Christ may mock the Christian faith and the work of archeologists.

Raleigh has only a small number of brick and mortar book stores dedicated to the sales of Christian books. This a little surprising for a city deep within the "Bible Belt". The stores that it does have are excellent stores with fine selections.

Maybe a nonreligious person would never enter a church to find God, but through powerful spiritual fiction, many an agnostic has come to faith by reading a powerful spiritual short story or novel.

One web site out there, Church and Choral Sheet Music, offers free Christian sheet music for download. The web site is run by the choral director of St. Clement's on the Hill Anglican Church in Stafford, Brisbane Queensland.

A look at tensions between religious and political themes in the Christian Commonwealth.

Harry Potter's been accused of witchcraft and the occult and even being a danger to young impressionable minds, but a surprising perspective has just emerged from what many Harry Potter fans would consider to be the unlikeliest of sources.

Fiction Writers: Don't be fooled into thinking your novels can't have a "formula." Read tips from well-known writing instructors on how to create a formula which will give readers an emotional experience.

Have something to say about your walk of faith but don't know how to say it? Here is your answer.

An analysis of ethics from the perspectives of politics (Machiavelli), humanism (Kurtz), and christian morality (Aquinas).

A review of T. S. Eliot: The Philosopher Poet. by Alzina Stone Dale,
Harold Shaw Publishers, 1988

2004 indie film Saved looks at spirituality in a tongue-in-cheek way as Mandy Moore leads a group of young Christian enthusiasts in their walk with the Lord.

Running an advertising firm with a Christian Worldview and making choices on who and who not to represent is an interesting dilemma. But I sleep very well every night.

If you are a Christian writer, find out some of the best places to submit your work that give you a sizeable advance and royalties.

If you like Christian books, you'll have fun reading this. If you don't, then you should most definitely pass.

book review of squat by taylor field.

Personal musings on the frustrations of being a christian and loving movies. This is an OPINION PIECE and PERSONAL ESSAY.

Christian Reading Always Carefully Keeps People Off Things Ministries plans to add a new cyber ministry to remove the works of Fantasy authors from the computers of publishing companies.

Ranks the top Tight Ends by 2005 statistics and other factors to give YOU the best opportunity to win your fantasy league.

The Christian Right once again falls into the controversy trap, this time with Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials.

Many writers, especially Christian writers, write preachy stories because they confuse a story's theme with its moral. Exploring a theme means creating characters who illustrate various threads of a unified cord. Theme is often discovered.

A look at the genre of Modern Fantasy and the sub-genres it includes.

Information on navigating the in's and out's of self publishing.

Flannery O'Connor personally declares that she is a "conscious Catholic" and insists that as such, she can see modern situations at a more fundamental level. She believes this gift to translate Biblical sentiments to contemporary life makes modern living endurable.

Many people have their own belief as to what Hell is. These beliefs can be influenced by teachings, movies, or even one's own interpretation of what the Bible has to say about the subject.

Having successfully self-published three books through a POD (print-on-demand) publisher, I believe I have gathered some valuable experience, and I will be happy to share it with those still considering the self-publishing / POD route.

You may think the Harry Potter books are a harmless bit of fun, but one pastor uses his ministry to reach out to those troubled youth who got into dangerous practices because of this series of popular books for children.

Think the Narnia Chronicles are all that's to author C.S. Lewis? Think again.

The ordination of women is a topic of great importance that is often restricted by the traditions of the church, sparse Biblical guidelines, as well as fear and prejudice.

The U.S.-based Catholic League has called for a boycott of The Golden Compass, a $180 million motion picture starring Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig, scheduled for a December 7, 2007 release.

book review of angelos by robina williams,

Another installment of the market for writers. This time, we explore the magazines that need talented writers with experience in non-fiction writing.

Interview

Are writers conferences worth your money and time? Would you like to meet publishers and present your manuscript, book proposal or article in person? Then you might consider attending one of the many conferences. Mount Hermon is one option. Is it a good one?

Report from 2006 Montrose, PA, Christian Writers Conference

Interview

Epic fantasy, thanks to Tolkien's work has become a major publishing genre. Looking through history, there are many influential pieces of literature to thank for that work. Here are some of the most important.

During the course of my ministry in a Christian church, I officiated at over 200 funerals. I have learned how many funeral sermons go wrong.

A Christian perspective on finding appropriate reading material for a young lady. Includes a book review of a new book, A Reconciled Heart, by up-and-coming writer Jo Ann Snapp.

Author Interview

Book Review

Let's start by saying that it's only a comic book movie, and that it is fun. Ghost Rider is however, possibly the most confusing retelling of Judeo-Christian Hell mythology.

It's a world problem, yet we have enough food. Who will stand up to greed, make arrangements for distribution, and feed the Hungry? Christian Misionaries. The Church. Here's how:

Unlike most fiction writers who have tackled the legend of King Arthur, Marion Zimmer Bradley has takes a different look, retelling the legend from the female and pagan points of view. This paper compares her telling of the Arthur legend with others'.