Creative writers and artists striving to love God with all their heart embrace the powerful themes of Genesis: good and evil, brotherhood, family, trust in God, mercy, and love. God's creation, the Garden of Eden, Adam, Eve, and their sons, Cain and Abel are the subjects of this faithful anthology. Works of fiction inspired by events in Genesis as well as nonfiction poetry and essays about the first family are covered. This thought-provoking Christian book has a universal appeal for believers as well as those curious about the origins of mankind. Explore the earliest history of our human race with a fresh yet faithful look into the intrigue of our past.
The book features two biblical science fiction stories: "Star Chosen and the Discovery of Eden" by Joe Chiappetta, and "The Plan" by Dave Kreydich. Also featured are three biblical historical fiction stories: "I Create You" by Henry Carlie III, "Rushing Winds of Darkness" by Sabrina Kramer, and "The First Sacrifice" by Daanyel George. A number of faith-building poems are included: "The Pursuit of Love" by Devin Jones, "Fallen" by Ruth Etrenne, "Meditations of Eve" by Denise Chiappetta, and "I AM" by Amana Droblas.
Many soul-stirring biblical essays and articles are also included: "First Lady of Eden" by Denise Chiappetta, "Inquiring about the Garden of Eden" by Joe Chiappetta, "Clouds" by Luke Chiappetta, "Reflection on Light" by Ginger Droblas, "Giving Like Cain or Abel" by Tra Wooden, and "The Beginning" by Paul Lonzo. Comics by Joe Chiappetta are included, plus illustrations by Jillian Moyet, Victor and Amana Droblas as well as Luke and Anna Chiappetta. Contains 15,000 words plus illustrations.
Joe Chiappetta is an American author and cartoonist, grateful to be married with three children. Currently living in California, his formal education was from Northern Illinois University, where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with an emphasis in painting.
While trained in the more traditional arts, his lifetime creative focus has been in writing and cartooning. As one of the key members of the Independent Comics Movement of the 1990s, Chiappetta’s work is respected around the globe. He is best known as the man behind one of the longest running autobiographical comics, SILLY DADDY, which has been a rewarding creative endeavor since 1991. The series has received the following professional recognition: - Xeric Award Winner - Ignatz Award Nominee for Outstanding Story - Harvey Award Nominee for Best New Series
Joe is also the author of a number of action-packed and thought-provoking Christian sci-fi novels, most notably Star Chosen. From his work, one can tell that he enjoys spending time with God, family, science fiction, and corny jokes. Also, at a moment's notice, he's usually up for a Bible study, a good game of chess, bike riding, building forts in the woods, wrestling, finding a big score of free samples while grocery shopping, and foam sword fighting.