Speculative literature does more than construct alternate realities; it forces our own moral commitments into sharp relief. When we examine the intricate secondary worlds of Middle-earth or the labyrinthine Commonwealth of Gene Wolfe, we are testing the boundaries of virtue, sacrifice, and redemption in miniature.
Whether analyzing the theological architecture of classic science fiction or tracing the recurring narrative motifs in television storytelling like LOST, these essays bridge the gap between rigorous ethical philosophy and the enduring power of popular mythopoeia.
Ongoing Research & Writing
Selected publications and creative fiction projects exploring narrative arts.
Myth and Metaphor
The Ethics of LOST
Speculative Short Stories
A recurring collection of essays on Tolkien's sub-creation theory and Christian humanism in fantasy literature.
Long-form reflections on redemption, community, and moral agency in serialized television narratives.
Original creative writing exploring quiet corners of secondary worlds and contemporary ethical dilemmas.
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