Come for the story, stay for the truth
A look at how Tolkien and Lewis blended story and truth in the best ways.
Writing
Looking back: year 11 in the books
Join me for a reflective look at year 11 in the books. Hint: lots of thorns were involved in the making of this film.
Lectures: Books, the Architecture of the Mind
Books and words are the gears that churn move the engine of thought. My last lecture from Lewolkien 2018.
Lectures: Lewis and Tolkien on Story
Lewis and Tolkien are my two favorite writers. And their writings about the power of story are just as wonderful as their fictional tales. Here’s a talk I gave on this subject at Lewolkien 2018.
Year Five in the Books
Year five in the books certainly brought unexpected challenges. But I learned a lot and grew in my writing as I navigated 2017’s stormy waters.
Jots and Tittles #2: Today had more than enough life of its own
Editing notes, publication news, and a bout of second guessing syndrome.
Quote: dull pencil joke
A light hearted quote. Don’t take this “writing advice” too seriously. This dull pencil joke shows that even writers can poke fun at themselves.
The power of a name
The names of characters are integral to the story. Of all the thousands of words which make up a story, they are, I would argue, the most important.
