Episode 04 | Book Recommendations for Writing Faith In Fiction + Companion Post

 


Episode 03 

| Book Recommendations For Writing Faith In Fiction (part II of Writing Faith In Fiction) |


Hello friend! Welcome to the Faith, Writing & Coffee Chats podcast! 

Are you looking for books that feature well written faith? Do you want to see book examples of allegory (picture) based faith stories and character based stories where the faith affects the characters in a meaningful way? If so, then today’s podcast topic will be perfect for you!

We are building on last week's episode where we answered the question: how to write faith into your story in three simple repeatable steps for all genres. 

 

Today’s episode takes that question just a bit further by giving EXAMPLES of well written faith in BOOKS! You don’t want to miss this episode!


Companion Post: https://faithwritingcoffee.wixsite.com/my-site/post/companion-post-to-episode-04-book-recommendations 


I truly pray this podcast can be a blessing to you! 

So grab a cup of coffee and listen to this fun rambly episode where I share about some of my favorite faith filled stories all by Christian storytellers! 




Part I | Allegory Novels

Books where they tell a story of faith. They use pictures and imagery to show faith. Typically these are fantasy books (as all my recommendations for this part are fantasy). These types of books typically hide their faith message—it’s something to be found.

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis

How Aslan, the noble lion, freed Narnia from the spell of the White Witch.

Fawkes by Nadine Brandes

Thomas Fawkes is turning to stone, and the only cure for the Stone Plague is to join his Father’s plot to assassinate the king of England.

Wishtress by Nadine Brandes

She didn’t ask to be the Wishtress.
He can stop time with a snap of his fingers.
Their quest can end only one way: with her death.



BONUS:

Dust by Kara Swanson

The truth about Neverland is far more dangerous than a fairytale.

Shadow by Kara Swanson

Peter Pan has crash landed back on Neverland but this is not the island he remembers.

The Wonderland Trials by Sara Ella

Solve the clues.
Face your fears.
Survive the Trials.

The Looking-Glass Illusion by Sara Ella

Step through the looking glass. Slay the Jabberwock. Seek the king.






Part II | Stated Faith Novels

Books where the faith is a part of the character’s lives and is an integral part of the over all journey of the book. The faith aspect is important to the main character and is a big part of their journey more than just a plot device or imagery.

IRON by Madisyn Carlin

Enforcing justice comes with a price.
Detective Redwyn “Red” Deathan will stop at nothing to uncover those behind the ruthless kidnappings of multiple children. But things are not as they seem, and Red’s efforts are thwarted at every turn. With each discovery the danger grows, putting Red and the lives of those she cares about at risk. Can she reveal the mastermind’s identity before she herself becomes a target?

Our Yellow Tape Letters by Caitlin Miller

Just days away from Germany’s surrender, Lucy Skyes never expects to receive the same telegram that thousands of families across the world have since the start of World War Two: a notice of her brother’s death in the service of his country. While reeling from the shock of losing her best friend, Lucy receives a letter from someone who knew her brother and can tell her two things she desperately needs to know: What her brother’s life was like in the army and who is responsible for his death.

The Beautiful Pretender by Melanie Dickerson

After inheriting his title from his brother, the Margrave has two weeks to find a noble bride. What will happen when he learns he has fallen for a lovely servant girl in disguise?

There You’ll Find Me by Jenny B. Jones

Grief brought Finley to Ireland. Love will lead her home.
Finley Sinclair is not your typical eighteen year old. She's witty, tough, and driven. With an upcoming interview at the Manhattan music conservatory, Finley needs to compose her audition piece. But her creativity disappeared with the death of her older brother, Will.
She decides to study abroad in Ireland so she can follow Will's travel journal. It's the place he felt closest to God, and she's hopeful being there will help her make peace over losing him. So she agrees to an exchange program and boards the plane.


*ALL LINKS GO TO MY REVIEWS OF THE BOOKS


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