posted by admin on Nov 19
When I first started writing I noticed that labels get tossed around describing and categorizing books. Some will use the term supernatural and that was certainly the case, but it would be better if it was labeled romantic supernatural because the romantic theme was primary and the supernatural elements were weaved into the primary story.
I find the same issues with the label Christian sci-fi and I think it is more confusing for those with no beliefs and those who are ambivalent about religion. You have the Left Behind series that tells stories from the premillennial perspective (I”m a partial preterist myself) and other stories that follow the Ark story of finding a new world for humankind or rediscovering religion after a period of darkness where it wasn’t practiced.
I rather the term sci-fi from a Christian perspective. The stories can deal with a myriad of topics and scenarios, but the protagonist(s) actions are governed by their faith. Profanity is not used and sex is nonexistent or not described in detail in the story, although some authors feel that other characters in the story can engage in that behavior. I disagree with that view.
Sci-fi books from a Christian perspective are interesting, compelling stories every bit as good as regular sci-fi without the profanity and sex that permeates other works. It can be read by young and old alike.
What do you think?
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