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Why I Read and Write Fiction – Confessions of a Bookworm

Posted by on Jun 19, 2020 | Comments Off on Why I Read and Write Fiction – Confessions of a Bookworm

Why I Read and Write Fiction – Confessions of a Bookworm

I read and write fiction because I am curious about the world. Fiction increases our awareness of the world around us and broadens our horizons beyond the confines of our daily life.

 

 

 

 

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Why I Read and Write Fiction – Confessions of a Bookworm

I read and write fiction because I am curious about the world. Whether contemporary or historical, fiction transports the reader to another place and time. A well-written novel invites the reader to become part of the story. Fiction increases our awareness of the world around us and broadens our horizons beyond the confines of our daily life.

Fiction vs. Non-fiction

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Non-fiction teaches facts. We learn about one topic in detail with little stimulus of our imagination. One problem in our world today is people’s desire to be heard above news media rhetoric. Talking heads with a set agenda tell us what to think.

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Fiction, on the other hand, covers a broad range of experiences through the eyes of many different characters. One book enables us to enter the minds of a variety of people from different levels of society: rich and poor, educated and uneducated, management and employee, husband and wife. Points of view are expressed in a non-confrontational way. Readers experience what someone thinks, why they think that way, and develop empathy. Fiction opens us up to new ideas while stimulating pleasure areas in the brain.

Fiction and the Real World

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For example, in my new romantic suspense, Within Golden Bands, the reader experiences the hurt and longing of a woman who craves motherhood but cannot become pregnant. I wrote from the heart about longings I experienced. My husband gave input on passages about the husband’s reactions. The story isn’t ours but we dealt with the emotions in real life.

In our world today, fearful of the COVID-19 pandemic, torn by protests over racial inequality, stress and anxiety run rampant. Fiction transports us away from the tension of non-stop news to a place where our brains can rest. Stimulating the imagination is therapeutic.

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Works of fiction contain the truth about life, history, current events, and even faith. Christian fiction reveals how others might respond to personal crises, relationships, and world events from the standpoint of their faith. I watched my mother-in-law grow in her relationship to Christ through the fiction she read.

Benefits of Reading Fiction

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All the best and worst of life is contained in fictional worlds. As we watch characters react to life events, we grow our minds with new possibilities. When based in fact and experience, the author’s imaginings can demonstrate scriptural truth.

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All in all, fiction provides escape from stress and reveals new ways to respond to the world around us. Novels open our eyes to fresh perspectives by transporting us into an imaginary world. We escape everyday turmoil, satisfy our curiosity, expand our thinking, and rest our minds through the pages of a book.

© Copyright Norma Gail Holtman, June 16, 2020

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About the author:

Norma Gail - AuthorNorma Gail writes Fiction to Refresh Your Spirit. Her contemporary novels, Land of My Dreams, which won the 2016 Bookvana Religious Fiction Award, and Within Golden Bands (releasing May 19, 2020), explore the theme of women whose faith triumphs over trials. A women’s Bible study leader for over 21 years, her devotionals and poetry have appeared at ChristianDevotions.us, the Stitches Thru Time blog, Inspire a Fire, and in “The Secret Place.” She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Romance Writers of America, Historical Writers of America, and the Women’s Fiction Writers Association. Norma is a former RN who lives in the mountains of New Mexico with her husband of 44 years. They have two adult children. To connect with her, you can follow her blog, or join her on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Goodreads, BookBub, or Amazon.

 

 

 

 

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The Last Summer, an Interview with author Brandy Bruce

Posted by on Feb 9, 2018 | 6 comments

The Last Summer, an Interview with author Brandy Bruce

The Last Summer is an achingly beautiful story that all everyone can identify with. Those years of being single, friends getting married, who likes who, will broken hearts ever heal. No matter your age, this story will resonate. Brandy Bruce does an amazing job of conveying real-life emotion. Leave at comment at the end of the interview to enter to win a Kindle copy. Sign in on the Rafflecopter to share and Tweet on social media and earn even more chances to win!

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Meet Brandy Bruce, Author of The Last Summer

Posted by on Feb 2, 2018 | Comments Off on Meet Brandy Bruce, Author of The Last Summer

Meet Brandy Bruce, Author of The Last Summer

Brandy Bruce has penned a heartrending story of loss, acceptance, and love that you won’t want to miss. Her prose is poetic and pulls you in from the first sentence. Mark your calendars for the chance to win a Kindle copy of The Last Summer, February 9th – 15th! In the meantime, enjoy a brief introduction!

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Still Waters by Lindsey Brackett – Interview & Giveaway

Posted by on Jan 12, 2018 | 9 comments

Still Waters by Lindsey Brackett – Interview & Giveaway

Still Waters is the kind of book that will remain in your heart for a long time, begging to be read and reread. Lindsay Brackett writes with poetic pictures that evoke emotions in your heart and hit home every time. Enter to win by leaving a comment at the end of the blog. Increase your chances to win by signing in on the Rafflecopter!

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Books That Believe in the Happily Ever After

Posted by on May 19, 2017 | 2 comments

Books That Believe in the Happily Ever After

Books that believe in the happily ever after can lift us above the stress and strain of our daily lives. However, if we’re going to read fiction, it should be something that can make a difference in our lives. We need to look for books with strong morals and a Christian worldview rather than fluff that offers no benefit. I would love to hear your opinions!

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