Ted Dekker: Screaming Truth In Storytelling
I found this great interview of Ted Dekker by C.J. Darlington.
If you take the time to read it, you will find lots of insight into his writing and his perspective on America’s spiritual condition.
Here is a quote:
My desire is to write only that which screams the truth in a world that once screamed it with me, then began to speak it, then to just whisper it, then settled for a gentle nod of agreement, and has now become silent about that truth. Soon I fear they will turn against the truth.
For now I feel I must continue to scream.
As well, here is a great quote about the importance of putting your heart into your writing. This encourages me because I try to do this as much as I can. Sometimes I weep for our nation, and for those around me that are lost, and I would hope that this comes out in my writing.
A ton of storytelling technique has to do with heart. But writing isn’t as much about getting better at technique, it’s about changing and growing yourself. I read some of my older stuff and wish I could change some bad habits I had, but the heart was all there and I’m sure there are plenty of readers who like the old as much as the new. Though your technique may change, what really matters is your heart and the way you put heart into your story.
Thanks, CJ, for conducting such a great interview!
If you like it scary, I’ve recently written a new scary Christian novel called, The Flame of Heaven. Here’s the blurb
THE FLAME OF HEAVEN
Embark on a Journey of Intrigue that Spans the Gulf of Time
A vivid tale of revenge that spans two worlds—united by the mysterious power of an evil curse that seeks the destruction of an ancient enemy in, The Flame of Heaven, by author Andrew Wright.
In a time when Babylon dominates the world, Queen Jezebel knows she is about to die, but she is intent on having her revenge. Through her nefarious witchcraft she creates a mysterious object of power and uses Obrahim, her spiritual slave as its keeper.
Thomas Dekker, a young archaeologist applies for a post in the British Museum and is instantly caught up in a world of dangerous intrigue and black mail. Through a long forgotten curse, Dekker is brought face to face with great evil…
Filled with sweeping drama, gripping suspense and mysterious power, The Flame of Heaven will keep you at the edge of your seat, wondering—who is this presence who speaks through the mouth of an old acquaintance, and what is his purpose?
Publisher’s website: http://www.StrategicBookPublishing.com/TheFlameofHeaven.html
Andrew,
Thanks for stopping by. I consider your post somewhat of an advertisement, but I understand your position trying to promote your book—I’ll hopefully be in the same spot in the next few years!
The premise for your novel looks very intriguing.
Best of God’s blessings on your writing!
-Robert