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I started off avoiding fantasy for the most part b

I started off avoiding fantasy for the most part because of the kind of fantasy that was popular. Things like Harry Potter and Percy Jackson aren't my favorite because I don't like its dabble in the occult. (Not here to change your mind)

But I've come to find some things I look for when diving into fantasy! I like looking for a Christian author, books with a biblical worldview, even if the story does still include a magic system.

These are the books that got me into fantasy and discovering worlds and new systems created with some of the most beautiful writing.

✨Wishtress - wintery magic and curses, ice-skating, defeating an evil ruler, sweet romance. THE VIBES of this one are fabulous! -content, light kissing

✨The Wonderland Trials: A dystopian type London meets the magic of Alice in Wonderland with a hunger games type of twist!

✨Dust and Shadow - Peter Pan retelling, light vs darkness, and just a bit of pixie dust.

✨ Vivid - trilogy, each form of magical power is fueled by a specific color, shadow government, and academia vibes.

✨Fawkes - historical fantasy of the gunpowder plot with masquerades, and dark academia vibes.

✨Romanov - fantasy retelling of the Romanoff family in Russia. Anastasia, magical healing, and epic page-turner

✨The Restorer - bingeable series, portal fantasy with Narnia vibes and the chosen one is a middle aged mom from suburbia.

These books made me fall in love with fantasy and I hope you enjoy them!

What clean, Christian world-view focused fantasy would you recommend?

Comment FANTASY to shop this list and more clean fantasy recs!

At the beginning of this series, I talked to a lar

At the beginning of this series, I talked to a large group of women, asking them a handful of very specific questions. I wanted to hear directly from people who have struggled with this issue.

I get arguments all the time that what I preach and talk about "isn't true" "no one is actually harmed" "it's not affecting anyone"

These women's stories deserve to be heard. Their opinions matter.

If we are to validate other's experiences, then this is a good place to start. Just because you don't realize the struggles you might have in your own life or are able to cope with them, not everyone has been afforded that luxury.

Many people encounter this kind of life changing, mind altering content at extremely young ages. I don't need to reiterate the fact that their brains are still forming and it's extremely more detrimental at young ages than it is for adults, though it's still harmful.

Authors and readers, we need to do better. This isn't just a personal opinion issue. This content is actually hurting people. The booktok culture is ruining literature and ruining readers experiences with it. Whether they realize it or not.

I'd love to hear your thoughts! Have you been impacted by this kind of content? How do you view it now?

If this post resonated with you, please share to help spread the word and share the stories that the angry smut readers want to silence and invalidate.

These Clean romance books have brought me great jo

These Clean romance books have brought me great joy, while also giving me hope and encouragement! They are good for the soul and lovely reads to sit down to of a cozy afternoon or evening with a warm brew to enjoy.

This Life of Mine deals with hope for healing, finding your worth in Christ despite physical defects, past trauma and abuse, and current circumstances.

When Beauty Blooms is a hopeful tale of romance when you don't quite fit in and can't seem to find your person.

All That it Takes is a book that encouraged my heart so much in regards to romance, and the realization that the right person will see past your mistakes and struggles and see the gold beneath.

Before I Called You Mine is a story that whispered hope to my heart, of the beauty of a sacrifice to the Lord and His goodness to sustain us through it.

The Spice King was a fascinating historical read, with an adorable romance woven in.

The Scarlet Pimpernel is a classic for a reason and if you aren't clutching your pearls by the end and swooning, idk what to tell you.

The Rose and the Thistle dealt with married romance in such a sweet and tender way, while still remaining clean and wholesome. Also, gothic Scottish vibes? yes please!

When the Day Comes showcases redemption and God's love and guidance even in the harshest of circumstances TW: touches on SA

Worthy of Legend: a beautiful story & romance, all tied together with themes and messages of redemption after past mistakes and sins.

Authentically Izzy gave me so much hope for my own future romance and filled my heart to brimming with just how seen we are by our Heavenly Father.

The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House showcased the power of our God in a tender romance.

Comment your fave clean romance!

Redeeming Love is a book that many many people hav

Redeeming Love is a book that many many people have read... But at what cost?

I have met so many women who have looked me in the eye with sadness in theirs and told me that this was the book that changed their life... And not for the better.

While I don't want to take away from those of you that may have found solace in these pages, there is a sore lack of awareness around this book and what others like it contain.

There's a lack of awareness at the way a toe dipped into a raging river can be the catalyst for getting sucked into the current.

The trajectory of a porn addiction ALWAYS starts with something small, something entry level, something seemingly innocuous. This book and many like it have been a gateway to harder things that have become spirals of addiction for many.

I could have talked longer about each thing, but you get the idea and I hope this helps someone understand that we can't just be recommending books to others without content warnings, context, and trigger warnings.

And for the love of everything you hold dear, do NOT give this book to children.

Please note that this is fact mixed with my opinion and my experience. If you don't like it or it angers you, maybe take a moment and ask why.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic. Please be kind and courteous.

Please share this post to help bring awareness to this issue.

If this is the first time you are hearing that you

If this is the first time you are hearing that your "harmless" hobby might actually be an addiction and be causing your negative repercussions... I want you to know that I'm here for you!

Desensitization to Sexual Stimuli: Frequent pornography use can lead to reduced responsiveness to sexual stimulation, making real-life sexual encounters less satisfying.

Rewiring of the Brain's Reward System: Pornography consumption can alter the brain's reward circuitry, similar to the effects of addictive substances, leading to compulsive use.

Reduced Empathy: Regular viewers of pornography have been found to exhibit lower levels of empathy, potentially affecting interpersonal relationships.

Impaired Decision-Making: Excessive porn use, can impact the development of the prefrontal cortex, affecting problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Increased Risk of Depression and Anxiety: Porn addiction is linked to the onset or worsening of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

Distorted Body Image: Exposure to idealized bodies in pornography can lead to negative body image and self-esteem issues.

Normalization of Aggression: Regular exposure to aggressive content in pornography can lead to increased aggression towards sexual partners.

Reduced Relationship Satisfaction: Porn consumers tend to be less satisfied in relationships, less committed, and more permissive of cheating.

Increased Risk of Substance Abuse: Adolescents who view porn are more likely to use illegal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.

Compulsive Behavior: Porn addiction can lead to compulsive behaviors that interfere with daily life.

Increased Acceptance of Sexual Violence: Both boys and girls who view porn are more accepting of sexual violence against women and rape myths.

Comment GUIDE to get a FREE copy of A Clean Reader’s Guide To the Universe which is filled with over 100+clean book recommendations sorted by genre, research & resources surrounding spice +more

This takes the cake as of my top read of the year

This takes the cake as of my top read of the year so far!

Five glowing stars! I cannot tell you how much I personally enjoyed this book as a reader, but how it impacted me, encouraged me, and gave me hope.

I was on the edge of my seat, turning pages, chuckling, getting teary eyed and kicking my feet while squealing like a little girl over this sweet but powerful story.

This breathtaking piece of literature held me in it’s spell and didn’t let me go till I had turned the last page. With a relatable heroine that I couldn’t help but root for, a mysterious pirate who captures her heart a competition to win an inheritance that could change Sydney’s life forever, a house that seems alive and beckoning her to discover all it’s best kept secrets, this story captured my heart. I felt so encouraged through the sweet and subtle themes sprinkled throughout. Politano’s prose is and always has been some of the most beautiful that I have ever read and I always know I will be so excited to read one of her stories. Whimsical and deep historical fiction you won’t want to miss!

Set in the early 1900's with no negative content to speak of, I can't recommend this book enough!

The Curious Inheritance of Blakely House comes out in just a few days but you can currently preorder it for 40% off as a preorder from @baker_book_house Comment BLAKELY to get the link so you can order your copy! The preorder discount is only good until the book releases on the 15th, so don't wait to snag it!

Have you read any @joannadavidsonpolitano books? Which is your favorite?

Win a SIGNED copy of Authentically Izzy by @pepper

Win a SIGNED copy of Authentically Izzy by @pepperbasham! Details below!

ABOUT THE BOOKS:
✨The Ten Commandments of our Fake Marriage - a friend takes a turn for the hilarious when well matched and self proclaimed "platonic" friends decide to marry for the sake of immigration... only to find out that their friends might have been right this whole time... You will NOT stop laughing while reading this book. Pinky promise.

✨The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kipp - my mom also loved this book. When bothered and busy journalist shows up to interview an old woman at a nursing home, she might be along for the story of a lifetime... one that spans generations and speaks to the nebulous web of interactions that form over a lifetime... and how they impact the world.

✨Symphony of Secrets - Armchair detective and flautist finds that some shenanigans have been going on within the orchestra... and it becomes her self-proclaimed job to find out the truth.

✨The Secret Life of Becky Miller - Becky Miller is a young mom who wants to do Big Things for God. Her vivid daydreams help her cope with the pressure to do it all. But how does a supermom react when her grand plans start to fall apart?

✨When Becky and her family purchase a rundown farmhouse, she pictures a slower, simpler lifestyle in the pastoral countryside. Of course, it doesn't quite work out like she imagined...

✨When Crickets Cry - be prepared for tears and encouragement and a wonder at the workings of our God in the lives of others.

✨Rooms - Everyone needs to read this book once. You will leave changed forever.

✨Authentically Izzy - perfect for the bibliophiles and hopeless romantics among us. My personal FAVE contemporary romance!

How to enter: Comment below with your favorite contemporary read AND share one of my recent posts to your story to enter the giveaway for a copy of Authentically Izzy! Make sure you tag me so I see! Winner will be announced 4/17

These resources and encouragements are by no means

These resources and encouragements are by no means exhaustive. But after interviewing many that have struggled with an addiction to pornography via spice or smut in their books, these are things that have helped me, people that I love, and others. I pray it is a blessing and gives you direction and help with the struggle. Know that you are not alone. You never have been and you never will be.

I also want to say I am always a dm away. If the only thing I can do is pray with or for you, I would be happy to do that.

If this post encouraged or helped you, please share and comment any resources you know of to help those in need! Praying that this post draws others close to the Father and gives them hope for freedom!

What are your thoughts? What is one thing you wish you could say to someone struggling? If you dealt with this struggle, what is one thing you wished someone had said to you?

@nicoledeeseauthor is one of my favorite people an

@nicoledeeseauthor is one of my favorite people and authors.

Her books are filled with some of the most heart felt, emotionally deep, and spiritually rich stories that I have ever read. Every single one of them has impacted me deeply in some way or another.

Not only are they rich and rewarding to read, the stories are precious and you walk away loving characters you didn't even know existed

Read about:

🌸A young woman who finally gives up on finding love to follow the dream God has placed in her heart for adoption. But a young man who checks all the boxes she's been waiting for shows up just as she gets the call that her baby is waiting for her.

🌸A youtuber and influencer finds that pursuing her own interests is leading her down a dead end road and finds that serving a community that needs her isn't the drudgery she thought till it shakes up her entire life.

🌸A single mother who is also a film editor and a mission focused pastor find that they both feel like they don't belong... till they find a purpose beyond themselves that brings them together.

🌸A missing manuscript from her deceased prize author and best friend is this editors nightmare, going to the home she abandoned to search for it even more so, till she meets her childhood crush.

🌸A road trip between sisters who never see eye to eye put together by an eccentric mother might be the final nail in the coffin of unraveling this family stuck in the limelight. Or it might be the start of a new road.

🌸A failed broadway star and a struggling audio engineer find something that draws them back to family... and each other. Coming later this month!

Have you read Nicole Deese's books? Which one was your favorite? Comment DEESE to find her books and more clean contemporary reads!

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