Up-and-coming Christian author Betty Johansen releases a report celebrating the distinctive aspects of Christian mystery fiction while highlighting her contribution to the genre and influences.
-- Retired teacher turned author Betty Johansen has published a new report examining what makes Christian mystery novels distinct from their secular counterparts. In her piece, “Christian Mysteries: Why I Love Them!” Johansen identifies the defining characteristics that set these faith-based whodunits apart from conventional detective fiction.
To access her report, visit https://bettyjohansen.com/2023/08/02/christian-mysteries-why-i-love-them/
Johansen explained that Christian mysteries are distinct in that they offer entertainment while maintaining moral standards. The aspects that stand out to her include clean language, their ability to provide readers with a sense of justice, their biblical values, and their capability to nourish spiritual growth alongside intellectual engagement.
She clarified, however, that these books contain no proselytizing message, overt or subtle. “I’m not suggesting that these books are preachy. You won’t find sermons on every other page,” she wrote. “But the Christian characters in the story have a deep faith, and their faith impacts their lives.”
The article mentions several authors who influenced Johansen's appreciation for the genre, including Tamar Myers, Terri Blackstock, and Vannetta Chapman. Their works, along with classics by Agatha Christie, motivated Johansen to write her own Christian mystery novels.
Johansen's love for the genre inspired her to make her own contributions to the genre: Lilli's Song and Hawaiian Wildflower, both published by Wordsmith World and now available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Betty-Johansen/author/B0040MHIUO?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
In Lilli's Song, Johansen weaves a tale about a sleepy Texas town whose tranquility is broken when a 14-year-old resident goes missing. The search drives the plot forward as fellow townsfolk grapple with the possibilities of demons and aliens living among them and abducting children.
Hawaiian Wildflower, on the other hand, tells the story of the titular Hawaiian wildflower, Maylea Kanaka, whose beauty catches the attention of Dillon West. The book explores concepts of betrayal and mysterious dark pasts, which Johansen manages to keep "clean" with language that can appeal to an audience who abhors lurid prose.
A lifelong resident of West Texas, Johansen's writing reflects her belief that storytelling can be entertaining and thought-provoking while still being faith-affirming. Her mysteries offer readers both intrigue and justice without the need to conform to what she sees as secular requirements of mystery fiction, such as “filthy” language and immodesty.
In addition to discussing her own works, Johansen's article includes links to her reviews of popular Christian mystery series, including Tamar Myers' Pennsylvania Dutch Mystery Series, Terri Blackstock's Cape Refuge Series, and Vannetta Chapman's Amish Village Mystery Series. Each review comes with its own character list, creating a valuable resource for fans of the genre.
For more information about Betty Johansen and her work, visit https://bettyjohansen.com
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