“Then Jesus told them this parable . . .” -Luke 15:3
Adrenaline-packed fiction doesn’t have to compromise faith. If you’re the kind of bookworm who likes the feel of your heart slamming against your ribcage but often forgoes the latest horror flick on account of questionable content, I’ve got you covered. The five YA Christian fiction thrillers, suspense novels, and horror… Read More »YA Christian Fiction Thrillers, Suspense & Horror: 11 Books to Keep You on Edge
In an age where things that used to make people gasp and blush are now commonplace in literature—especially, young adult literature—it’s great to see a thriving “clean” YA fiction market. This means enough readers still demand virtue and integrity in their media. And if you’re a Christian, you might be… Read More »The Problem With Clean YA Fiction For Christian Teens
One day, while browsing new releases at the local library, three YA novels with flashy covers and catchy titles grabbed my attention. I plucked them from the shelf, read the back cover summaries . . . and immediately put them back, almost embarrassed for having picked them up in the… Read More »How to Find Clean Young Adult Fiction in a Dirty Market
Years ago, I went on a fiction fast. For half a decade (maybe longer), I took a break from reading fiction and didn’t pick up a single novel. Sounds crazy, right? Especially considering my current career path. Authors need to read. It’s part of how we study our craft and… Read More »Do You Need to Take a Break From Reading Fiction?
We spend a lot of time talking about deep topics on this blog (which is amazing, btw), but once in a while, it’s nice to take a break from the tough stuff and touch on something lighter. Like, for example, our favorite standout characters in YA novels. Who are your… Read More »Standout Characters in YA Novels: Lauren’s Picks
In my last post Pulpit or Stage? A Critical Look at the Criticism of Christian Fiction, I urged readers to lay off their criticism of faith-based fiction. YA Christian fiction books offer a great alternative for conscientious readers looking for clean entertainment that encourages faith (as long as you don’t… Read More »6 Red Flags to Watch For in YA Christian Fiction
Have you ever read a book review where a critic slammed a work of YA Christian fiction for not being “Christian enough”? “Lacks Biblical substance. Doesn’t mention Jesus even once. Fluffy entertainment.“ Let me first say that, as a Christian, it is of utmost importance to guard the integrity of your… Read More »Pulpit or Stage? A Critical Look at the Criticism of Christian Fiction
There are very few authors of whom I can say I’ve read every single one of their books. Kasie West comes close, though my enthusiasm for her books cooled a bit with some of her more recent titles. (Check out YA Fiction for Christians: An Honest Look at Kasie West… Read More »Christian Teen Fiction Spotlight: Author Cher Gatto