Resources
Books, voices, and inspiration for the Christian creative
The works and voices gathered here have shaped our understanding of faith, creativity, and the pursuit of truth and beauty. We offer them as companions for your own creative journey.
Suggested Reading
Books that have shaped our fellowship's vision
Faith & Creativity
The Christian Imagination
Essays exploring the relationship between Christianity and the arts, examining how faith shapes creative vision.
Mere Christianity
Lewis's foundational apologetics work, essential reading for understanding the Christian worldview that undergirds creative work.
The Screwtape Letters
A masterwork of imaginative fiction revealing spiritual warfare through the correspondence of a senior demon.
The Great Divorce
A dream vision of Heaven and Hell... exploring the choices that shape our eternal destiny through unforgettable characters.
An Experiment in Criticism
Lewis's exploration of how we read and why it matters... essential for understanding the purpose of literature.
The Christian, the Arts, and Truth
A foundational work on integrating Christian faith with aesthetic appreciation... exploring how truth and beauty intersect.
Art Criticism & Culture
The End of Art
A critical examination of contemporary art's abandonment of aesthetic values and humanistic concerns.
Redeeming Art: Critical Reveries
Essays on reclaiming art's spiritual and emotional depth in an age of conceptual emptiness.
The Abolition of Man
Lewis's defense of objective value and natural law... prophetic warnings about where modern education leads.
The Craft of Creating
The War of Art
A battle plan for overcoming Resistance... the invisible force that keeps us from our creative work.
Turning Pro
The sequel to The War of Art... on making the leap from amateur to professional in your creative life.
The Writer's Journey
Mythic structure for writers... applying Joseph Campbell's hero's journey to storytelling across all media.
Story: Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting
The definitive guide to story structure... essential reading for screenwriters and novelists alike.
Stein on Writing
A master editor's practical guide to the craft... techniques that transform good writing into great writing.
Classic Literature
Pilgrim's Progress
The foundational Christian allegory... a journey every believer should take at least once.
Inferno
The first part of the Divine Comedy... a harrowing descent through Hell that illuminates the nature of sin.
Great Expectations
Dickens at his finest... a tale of ambition, love, and redemption that rewards careful reading.
The Lord of the Rings
The epic fantasy born in the Inklings gatherings... a Catholic imagination writ large across Middle-earth.
A Christmas Carol
The timeless tale of Scrooge's transformation... a profound meditation on redemption, generosity, and second chances.
The Space Trilogy
Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, and That Hideous Strength... Lewis's cosmic mythology exploring humanity's place in the heavens.
Redemption & Restoration
The Return of the Prodigal Son
A spiritual meditation on Rembrandt's painting and the parable of homecoming... exploring what it means to be lost and found.
The Man in the Mirror
Solving the 24 problems men face... a practical guide to authentic Christian manhood.
Man Alive
Transforming your seven primal needs into a powerful spiritual life... awakening the soul of Christian men.
How God Makes Men
Ten epic stories of spiritual growth... discovering God's blueprint for shaping men of faith.
Pure Desire
How one man's triumph can help others break free from sexual temptation... a path to freedom and purity.
Clean
A proven plan for men seeking sexual integrity... practical steps toward lasting freedom and wholeness.
About the Inklings
The Inklings: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Charles Williams, and Their Friends
The definitive biography of the Oxford literary group that inspires our fellowship.
Bandersnatch: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and the Creative Collaboration of the Inklings
A deep exploration of how the Inklings influenced each other's work... essential for understanding creative fellowship.
Voices & Channels
YouTube creators and voices exploring faith, creativity, and culture
C.S. Lewis Doodle
Animated illustrations of C.S. Lewis's talks and essays... bringing his words to life for a new generation.
Jonathan Pageau
Orthodox icon carver exploring symbolism, meaning, and the patterns that shape our world.
The Symbolic World
Jonathan Pageau's podcast exploring symbolism in scripture, culture, and art.
Bishop Robert Barron
Catholic bishop discussing faith, culture, and beauty with intellectual depth and accessibility.
PragerU
Short-form videos on values, culture, and ideas from a conservative perspective.
Daily Wire
Cultural commentary and original content challenging mainstream narratives.
Jordan B Peterson
Psychologist and author exploring meaning, responsibility, and the biblical narrative.
The Bible Project
Beautiful animated videos exploring biblical themes, books, and the unified story of Scripture.
Ascension Presents
Catholic content on faith, culture, and the spiritual life featuring Fr. Mike Schmitz and others.
Arts & Entertainment Ministries
Equipping Christian artists and creatives to impact culture through excellence in the arts and entertainment industries.
From Our Founder
Other creative projects from Steven D. Mikel
Every Martian
Spiritual wisdom and practical guidance for modern Christian men. Exploring prayer, relationships, masculinity, and authentic faith.
everymartian.com →
Stone Soup
A free interactive graphic novel series restoring Victorian-era vocabulary through immersive storytelling. Six volumes, seventy-two words.
stonesoup.us →
Dark Roast Watercolors
Fine art using coffee as a primary medium. Exploring the intersection of traditional watercolor techniques and unconventional materials.
darkroastwatercolors.com →
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We are always looking to expand this collection. If you know of a book, channel, or voice that has shaped your creative journey, let us know.
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