One of the most common questions I’m asked when it comes to fictionalizing religion is what pitfalls a writer who’s new to the practice should avoid. Here’s my shortlist—though there certainly are others. First is the the Straw Man portrayal … Continue reading
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The story is told of the Jewish diplomat and scholar Isaac Abrabanel (1437-1508), chancellor to King Ferdinand of Castile, that he was once asked by the king how much he owned. He named a certain sum. “But surely,” the king … Continue reading