A Reflection on the Trickster Archetype

I had cause to look up these videos again recently, readers. If you saw this post on my newsletter, you may recognize the reference. This video went a long way to helping that post be written. A word on the Joker: yes, he should be dead. Batman, however, is not the one who should kill …

A Fan’s Justice League “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” Rendition

Merry Christmas, readers: Twas The Dark Knight Before Christmas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FX_C_Na8zuo

A Special Reminder

Enjoy this thoughtful piece, readers: ‘LEGO Movie:’ Overcoming self-doubt to follow God’s call to greatness Fantasy / By John Tuttle Throughout salvation history, God calls individuals who see themselves as terribly unqualified for the tasks He has in store for them. Yet, He calls them to holiness in service nonetheless. These men and women became instruments …

Heroism and Vulnerability – A Reflection in the Garden

Independent author C. Chancy*, who also goes by Crossover Queen due to her penchant for blending two or more franchises together in her fan fiction stories, had an interesting post up on her site not too long ago. The main topic was threat perception. It explains that what the hero considers a threat differs from …

A Word on Wonder Woman

Check out this fantastic article by John C. Wright, readers! Tying the Knot Written for a nonfiction anthology on Wonder Woman in the popular culture which since fell through, this column debuts here to my readers as a courtesy.  Why She Will Never Wed Steve Trevor 1. MRS. STEVE TREVOR Diana Trevor. Somehow, that name …

Evil vs. Antagonism

Take a look at this excellent post by Declan Finn, readers. And since it’s Christmas, remember to give his books a try! He’s got everything from urban fantasy (the Love at First Bite series)*, to modern thrillers (St. Tommy, NYPD* and the Pius Trilogy*), to a new space opera coming from Tuscany Bay Books next …

Review – Batman: The Terror by David Breitenbeck

Fan fiction is not my usual topic for review, readers, but this story was too good not to write about – particularly since I beta read it for the author before it was published. 😉 One must take the opportunity to praise worthy stories, and The Terror is no exception. This three-chapter Batman fan story …

Reposted: Anti

I hate writer's brain cramp. It makes getting posts written a real pain. My Writerly Sound Bites series is on hiatus once again this week, readers, due to other pressing work. Hopefully I will be back soon - I do have plans for more pieces on this subject. Unfortunately, this week and possibly the next …

“If God sends you many sufferings…”

Check out this fascinating article, readers: Batman and how suffering can transform you into a saint By Matt Chicoine  No other superhero has as impressive and extensive of a villain’s gallery as Batman. Throughout the years, the Dark Knight has battled sociopaths (The Joker, Zsasz), assassins (Deathstroke, Deadshot), mystics (Ra’s Al Ghul), villains relying on …

The Man-Bat Exists…!

Thankfully, no, it does not. At least, the Man-Bat who continually terrorizes the Dark Knight* remains a work of fiction. But the golden-crowned flying fox bat is still an impressive creature. It is not man-sized per se, but it is BIG. Learn more about this remarkable animal through the link below: BAT OUT OF HELL  …