Why am I passionate about this?

I chose these books for you to enjoy because they are 5 of my favorites for different reasons. You see, deep down, I am an unapologetic Bible-reading sci-fi, fantasy, and old-school monster movie-loving nerd. Books like these have helped shape my love for fiction and great storytelling as they teleported me to Narnia or Mordor. Soaring the spaceways as The Galadorian Spacekinight or the veil between flesh and spirit being revealed in This Present Darkness. These books and many like them helped shape my writing style, and I want you to share in the enjoyment of reliving them over and over again like me!


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The Road to Chidarra

By Keith Perrin ,

Book cover of The Road to Chidarra

What is my book about?

This book is a Christian fantasy novel set in a bygone age when sorcery, savage monsters, dark gods, and cruel…

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The books I picked & why

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Keith Perrin Why I love this book

I recommend this book because it absolutely captivated and catapulted me into a land of wonder, mystery, and epic fantasy. All the creatures and Christian allegory throughout the book were amazing, and it was heart-stopping to see the sacrifices made but the hope that shined through. It is classic storytelling at its finest, and I cannot recommend it enough!

By C. S. Lewis ,

Why should I read it?

37 authors picked The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 9, 10, 11, and 12.

What is this book about?

Lucy steps into the Professor's wardrobe - but steps out again into a snowy forest. She's stumbled upon the magical world of Narnia, land of unicorns, centaurs, fauns... and the wicked White Witch, who terrorises all. Lucy soon realises that Narnia, and in particular Aslan, the great Lion, needs her help if the country's creatures are ever going to be free again...


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Keith Perrin Why I love this book

This book was a game changer when it first came out in the Christian fiction genre. The supernatural elements of Angels and demons in Christian fiction novels were not as prevalent in the '80s and '90s. Especially the inner workings of how the battle between good and evil works and strategizes on a personal level for the souls of men in the invisible supernatural spiritual realm.

The battle is real and has eternal consequences, and this book definitely shines the light on that in this exciting supernatural thriller. It is a must for Christian and secular lovers of the supernatural genre.

By Frank Peretti ,

Why should I read it?

10 authors picked This Present Darkness as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

A powerful audio abridgement of this top-selling novel about a prayerful pastor and a skeptical reporter who find themselves fighting a plot to subjugate the human race.


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A Church More Like Christ by Gray Rinehart,

This book envisions the church as a place where the wounded find comfort and healing, the broken find repair and restoration, and the vulnerable find help and hope. A church that acts more like the Christ it serves would offer refuge for the oppressed, a hand up to the beaten-down,…

Book cover of The Fellowship of the Ring

Keith Perrin Why I love this book

Without a single doubt, the father of the modern epic fantasy genre. Wizards, Hobbits, Giants, Dragons, epic quests, and a great Dark lord. This book and the subsequent books that followed drew millions to the idea that this nerdy stuff could be way cool and relevant. It satisfies on so many levels. It was brilliantly written and transported me into another world full of wonder, danger, suspense, and the supernatural.

I fell in love with the characters and so will you. The audiobook dramatized version by “Minds eye Radio production” was incredible to me. A must for all audiobook fantasy fans.

By J.R.R. Tolkien ,

Why should I read it?

30 authors picked The Fellowship of the Ring as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 12, 13, 14, and 15.

What is this book about?

This brand-new unabridged audio book of The Fellowship of the Ring, the first part of J. R. R. Tolkien's epic adventure, The Lord of the Rings, is read by the BAFTA award-winning actor, director and author, Andy Serkis.

In a sleepy village in the Shire, a young hobbit is entrusted with an immense task. He must make a perilous journey across Middle-earth to the Cracks of Doom, there to destroy the Ruling Ring of Power - the only thing that prevents the Dark Lord Sauron's evil dominion.

Thus begins J. R. R. Tolkien's classic tale of adventure, which…


Book cover of Rom: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus Vol. 1

Keith Perrin Why I love this book

Truth be told. Rom is one of my all-time favorite heroic, honorable characters that I ever read in my entire life. To say that I absolutely cherish the series and my memories as a youth reading the book is an understatement. He is a tragic hero who gave up his humanity to save his world from the monstrous Dire Wraiths, an alien demonic-like race that subjugates and destroys other worlds.

I literally got emotional reading these books. I was hooked and still love Rom the Space Knight. The art of the book is superb and thrilling, as it captivates like the world of Rom is real. If you like robots, monsters, shapeshifters, sci-fi, and supernatural fantasy and love heroes with honor, you will absolutely love Rom the Space Knight!

By Bill Mantlo , Sal Buscema (illustrator) ,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Rom as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

He strikes from outer space…and nothing can stop him! Marvel Comics is proud to present the iconic early adventures of the greatest of Spaceknights - Rom! Centuries ago, Rom pledged his life to protect his planet, Galador, from the evil Dire Wraiths. Now, Rom has tracked these vile creatures across the cosmos to Earth, where they have infiltrated the highest levels of power - including S.H.I.E.L.D. itself! Armed with his energy analyzer, only Rom can see the Wraiths' true form - and with his neutralizer, he can blast them into Limbo! But what will Earth make of this armored invader?…


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Danger Lies Within by K.M. Krenik,

Readers describe Krenik's writing style as “fast-paced, engaging, making complex plotlines easy to follow.”

Set in a dystopian world where dragons exist, this series offers readers layers of mysteries to unfold. Romance flares between a viscount and the nanny of his five-year-old twins. But not everyone is as they seem,…

Book cover of A Field Guide to Fantastical Beasts: An Atlas of Fabulous Creatures, Enchanted Beings, and Magical Monsters

Keith Perrin Why I love this book

For all you fantasy and sci-fi fans like me who are aspiring or veteran writers looking for good characters of magical supernatural or beings of legend, look no further. It is full of different types of beasts of yore from mythology, monsters and beasts from the ancient world and modern fantasy characters.

It was such a good resource to have when developing a storyline with creatures that will be part of your world-building. The art and illustrations are perfect, along with the descriptions/bios of the creatures, and were an invaluable resource for me to expand my ideas for my books. I absolutely loved it. If you are doing research for your world-building that is entertaining and useful, this is it!

By Olento Salaperäinen ,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked A Field Guide to Fantastical Beasts as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

A Field Guide to Fantastical Beasts offers a beautiful introduction to a whole host of mythical creatures brought to life with wonderful illustrations. Come face-to-face with fairies, gremlins and gnomes, take flight with dragons, or swim with creatures of the deep. Learn the habits, habitat and history of this menagerie of 50 mythical creatures and explore their origins in literature, folklore and ancient history.


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The Road to Chidarra

By Keith Perrin ,

Book cover of The Road to Chidarra

What is my book about?

This book is a Christian fantasy novel set in a bygone age when sorcery, savage monsters, dark gods, and cruel kings ruled the lands with malice and terror. The people cried out for help, but no one came for many long years. Until a lone stranger was sent to them, rather reluctantly, for he had his own dark past and shadows of regret to deal with.

His task was to guide and instruct the people in the light of Almighty God and, if necessary, to battle and destroy the dark powers that ravaged the lands. A grim task, the forces of evil will not give in so easily, for the Road to the land of Chidarra is paved with tragedy, despair, blood, and Death! 

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