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Image Realm Makers Brings Over 500 Creators to St. Louis for Twelfth Annual Conference

Realm Makers Brings Christian Fantastical Storytellers to Tennessee Events This Spring

Bestsellers meet fans at May 2–4 homeschool event and May 31–June 1 RiseUp Con.
E. Stephen Burnett’s First Novel Will Arrive in 2025

The Time Door by Shannon McDermott Opens For Pre-Orders

On this day of black sun, look to the stars for a new sci-fi series crafted by Lorehaven’s longtime Review Team member.
What If I Find Sexual Identity Notions in My Child’s New Book? Christian Creators Flock to Register for Twelfth Annual Realm Makers Conference Marian Jacobs Signs Deal for New Book Exposing Occult Magic Versus Fictional Magic Over 500 Christian Creators To Share Fantastic Books at Eleventh Annual Realm Makers Event Lorehaven Rejoins Realm Makers Bookstore May 25–27 at FPEA in Orlando Enclave, Lorehaven, Fayette Join Forces for Austin Homeschool Conference 140. When Should You Start Playing Christmas Music—the Best and Worst?

Daily Wire Announces Streaming Series Based on Stephen R. Lawhead’s Pendragon Cycle

Daily Wire co-CEO Jeremy Boreing announced Nov. 17 that the cultural conservative streamer will debut the Arthurian saga in 2023.
Find Light in Darkness With These Six Christian Paranormal Thrillers

Three Fantastical Christian Stories To Help Your Kids Head Back to School

Lorehaven creators find the best chapter books for kids ages 8–12, from sci-fi adventure to wacky lessons and earnest fantasy.

Tenth Realm Makers Conference Will Celebrate the Best Christian-Made Fantastical Fiction

Fiction fandom meets faith-based creative professionals at this annual writers’ event from July 21–23 at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City.

Realm Makers Reveals Finalists in 2022 Realm Awards for Best Christian-Made Fantasy

Record numbers of Christian creators entered their fantastical stories for the awards this July, judges said.

115. How Do Lorehaven Creators Strive to Follow Biblical Statements of Faith?

For centuries Christians have confessed their faith as individuals, churches, and other groups, so here’s what we believe at Lorehaven.
Realm Makers Bookstore Returns to Orlando for FPEA Conference, May 26–28 Lorehaven Rejoins Realm Makers Bookstore at May 5–7 Event in Pigeon Forge

Lorehaven Features March 31–April 2 at Teach Them Diligently in Round Rock, Texas

Authors James R. Hannibal and Jamie Foley join Lorehaven’s E. Stephen Burnett at next week’s homeschool conference along with Lightraiders and Enclave Publishing.

UPDATED: Pray for the Family of Lani Forbes

The novelist and mother of three has been fighting stage 4 cancer.

Behold! The Lorehaven Guild Is Now Open

Hark! As of New Year’s Day 2022, we have opened the Lorehaven Guild community, exclusive to free Lorehaven subscribers.

The Lorehaven Guild Will Open New Year’s Day

Turn your new year’s reading resolutions into creative Book Quests, starting on Saturday, Jan. 1 when we open portals to the new Lorehaven Guild.

Breaking News: Oasis Family Media Acquires Enclave Publishing

“Oasis Family Media today announced the acquisition of Enclave Publishing, a leading independent publisher of Christian speculative fiction.”
Save Your Seat at Our Dec. 9 Livestream: Behold the Fantastic Glories Redeeming YA Fantasy

Join Our Thu., Oct. 21 Livestream: Beware the Most Dangerous Dragons Infesting YA Fantasy

Lorehaven hosts a new livestream on Thursday, Oct. 21, with our friends at Realm Makers.
Vote for Fantastical Truth in the Spark Media 2021 Podcast Awards

Lorehaven Rejoins Realm Makers Bookstore at FPEA Homeschool Conference, May 27–29

An all-star cast unites next weekend in Orlando, including Julie Hall, James Hannibal, Matt Mikalatos, and Phil Lollar with Katie Leigh (“Adventures in Odyssey”).

Prepare to Engage Fantastical Truth’s UFO Miniseries: Armies of the Aliens

You can prepare for this future battle with faith, fighter jets, or both, starting with these three podcast episodes.

Introducing Fantasy Author and New Lorehaven Writer Emily Hayse

This past Monday, author Emily Hayse explored how fantasy books help us recover reality. She will continue sharing articles at Lorehaven about once every quarter.

Lorehaven Features March 25–27 at Realm Makers Bookstore in St. Louis

Authors E. Stephen Burnett and Dr. Jared Moore will sign books and speak about pop-culture parenting for Realm Makers Bookstore in St. Louis.
Lorehaven Features This Weekend at Realm Makers Bookstore in Nashville

52. Do Christians Really Need Science Fiction? | Fiction’s Chief End, part 3

Christians need science fiction to fulfill the Cultural Mandate, build bridges with our neighbors, and anticipate a future world of sci-fi wonders.

Join Our March 11 Livestream Exploring Christian Reactions to Fandom Cancel Culture

This March 11, E. Stephen Burnett hosts a Realm Makers livestream to explore how Christians might enjoy great stories while still identifying idols.

Introducing Fantasy Enthusiast and New Lorehaven Writer Shannon Stewart

Shannon Stewart is a homeschooling mom of three and high school English teacher with an MA in English literature.
Introducing Fantasy Creator and New Lorehaven Writer Josiah DeGraaf Introducing Sci-Fi Creator and New Lorehaven Writer Zackary Russell

Introducing Superhero Novelist and New Lorehaven Writer Jason C. Joyner

This Thursday, Jan. 28, Jason C. Joyner’s first monthly article will lament 2020’s dearth of superhero stories, yet find much heroism to praise.
Introducing Thriller Novelist and New Lorehaven Writer L. G. McCary

Join Our Jan. 21 Livestream: How Can We ‘Terraform’ the Church to Enjoy Fantastic Fiction?

“How can we help transform Christian deserts into thriving lands that love excellent fantastical fiction?”

Introducing Author and Lorehaven Editor Elijah David as Our New Monthly Writer

“Paper and Thorns” and “Albion Academy” author Elijah David, Lorehaven’s editor, begins his monthly articles this Thursday.

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Lorehaven’s staff serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

Winter 2020

Lorehaven’s new issue features twelve new reviews, and announces that in 2021 we’re going monthly.

Fall 2020

Lorehaven’s fall 2020 issue features 15 new reviews, including our cover feature about the award-winning fantasy “Seventh City.”

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Lorehaven’s staff serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

‘I Used to Want to Change the World’

Explore our featured novel For Whom the Sun Sings with novelist W. A. Fulkerson, then read chapter 1 and our featured book review.

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Lorehaven’s staff serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

Summer 2020

Explore Lorehaven magazine’s summer 2020 issue, featuring novelist W. A. Fulkerson and 15 new reviews of the best Christian fantasy.

Spring 2020

Explore Lorehaven magazine’s spring 2020 issue.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

Winter 2019

Explore Lorehaven magazine’s winter 2019 issue.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

Fall 2019

Explore Lorehaven magazine’s fall 2019 issue.

‘Out-of-This-World Stories’

Enclave Publishing grounds creative fantasy in coherent theology.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

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Summer 2019

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s summer 2019 issue.

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‘Come With Me! I Have A Story To Tell You’

In Tosca Lee’s fictional worlds, heroines find new identities of grace.

Spring 2019

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s spring 2019 issue.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

‘The Magic Is Real’

James L. Rubart’s stories explore a Christian’s fantastic and redeemed identity in Jesus.

‘I Came to Faith, and Two Weeks Later I Started Writing’

Thomas Locke strives for excellent stories that reflect biblical hope and righteousness.

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Winter 2018

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s winter 2018 issue.

‘I Want to Share with Other People Who God Is’

Morgan L. Busse’s fantastic realms challenge us to ponder our place in God’s world.

Engaging the Magical Spellcraft of Stories

Our panel explores how Christians discern fiction’s magical elements.

Fall 2018

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s fall 2018 issue.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

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Lorehaven serves Christian fans by finding biblical truth in fantastic stories.

Summer 2018

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s summer 2018 issue.

‘I Process Big Questions Through Story’

Nadine Brandes loves heroes who fight to find themselves in the color of truth.

Spring 2018

Explore Lorehaven Magazine’s spring 2018 issue.

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Twelve-year-old Charlie Crumple takes a summer job at a secret factory that makes magical objects for fairy tales—and uncovers a plot to sabotage happily ever after.

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The Talismiths by ML Hodder
The Talismiths by ML Hodder
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