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Full-Text Articles in Arts and Humanities
The Story Of My Art: A Study In Fiction Writing, Victoria J. Steelman
The Story Of My Art: A Study In Fiction Writing, Victoria J. Steelman
Senior Honors Theses
This creative thesis examines the several aspects of the author’s study and experience on the path to become a fiction writer. The author’s writing theory is addressed, utilizing research from a variety of authorities on the subject and focusing primarily on the nonexistence of rules for crafting fiction, the role of education in the life of the writer, and the importance of the practice of writing itself. The second section details the writer’s personal method of crafting fiction, focusing on the key elements of character, plot, and setting. The third section contains a full marketing plan for the author’s intended …
Theological Creative Nonfiction: Christian Literature For Christian Life, Elizabeth R. Hurt
Theological Creative Nonfiction: Christian Literature For Christian Life, Elizabeth R. Hurt
Senior Honors Theses
Since the Christian worldview is composed of more than theoretical truth, Christian literature should reflect these other aspects, such as how that truth is applied in the lives of the saints. Furthermore, the praxis element of worldview is reflected in literature more naturally in narrative genres than in more expository writings like systematic theology. Narrative genres mirror the complex, temporal way a person lives his life, and because of this are able to show how objective truth is applied in subjective situations. For this reason, Christians need contemporary writing that reflects the process of everyday Christian living to offer a …
Don We Now Our Gay Apparel, Samuel Wellman
Star Names, Samuel Wellman
Battle, Samuel Wellman
Elevator, Samuel Wellman
Jesus Plays Football, Samuel Wellman
Dorholt: An Original Fairy Tale As A Study In Creative Fantasy, Amy Conrad
Dorholt: An Original Fairy Tale As A Study In Creative Fantasy, Amy Conrad
Senior Honors Theses
This thesis presents a study in creative fantasy by detailing plans for an original novel with the purpose of entertaining, instructing, and encouraging young readers. The novel will fall under the genre of fairy tale and will be set in a fantasy world, but will exhibit realism in the personalities of its characters. The story will appeal to middle school and junior high readers through its presentation of the first person perspective of a young girl grappling with issues relating to family, friendship, and forgiveness. This thesis will include the rationale for the project as well as chapter synopses and …
Illustrated Tales Of Little Sister Fox: Stories About A Clever Fox From Russian Fairytales, Rachel W. Smoot
Illustrated Tales Of Little Sister Fox: Stories About A Clever Fox From Russian Fairytales, Rachel W. Smoot
Senior Honors Theses
This thesis examines the interaction of pictures and words in children’s storybooks. The illustrations placed alongside the text of the book are just as important to understanding the story as are the words. “Illustrated Tales of Little Sister Fox” combines elements of several traditional Russian folktales into a single story. Illustrations are hand sketched and digitally painted.