Meet Dawn Carter, Finish Editor and Grammar Nazi

We are honored to introduce Dawn Carter, finish editor, grammar Nazi, and a truly wonderful addition to Descendant Publishing’s tribe of contract talent. Writing is difficult, but editing is difficulter. (“More difficult” *Edit Dawn Carter). When a manuscript is complete, any good author understands that his/her writing is only as good as the editors who […]

Meet Jeannie Wilson, a Vital Member of the Descendant Tribe

We are honored to introduce Jeannie Wilson to our readers, a vital member of our Descendant Publishing tribe of contractors. As part of our team, Jeannie has participated in the rigorous editing process of the Descendants of Light Series, including The Watcher Key and The Watcher Tower. It is not easy, nor is it a […]

Lior: the Land of the Descendants

It is here, in the land of Lior, where good and evil meet, and the Light challenges the Darkness. Deep in the heart of the darkest corners of Lior, a lone blue Light pierces the cold blackness. A hooded form stands resolute against the stifling cloud, his strength waining… In Hebrew, Lior means “light.” And […]

Meet Sam Forrester, main character of The Descendants of Light Series

“Sam Forrester, you are going to be faced with challenges here you never anticipated…” Challenges. Jack Sterling’s words would soon become an understatement. Little did they know that they would both have to confront the most terrible evil. “Challenges, such as, well, whatever you struggle with will be amplified here tremendously.” He sipped his coffee […]

Can Christian Fantasy be a valid genre?

Can Christian Fantasy be a valid genre? It is a valid question. According to the Bible, Christians don’t participate in fables or old wife’s tales, so why read them? This statement is usually made from someone who has interpreted I Timothy 4:7 and connected to the Christian fiction/fantasy genre–and usually with good intentions. The purpose […]

Who are the Watchers?

Watchers. The first beings ever created, servants of God himself. But who are they? “We call the angels the Watchers, since they have always been the protectors of people.” ~ Emma Sterling from The Watcher Key. Celestial beings from the spiritual world. Many have tried to explain them–and even illustrate what they may look like. […]

Descendant Publishing-forging new paths in Christian Fiction

“I can’t help but to write stories. They are always in my mind. I have to get them onto paper.” ~ Troy Hooker, author The Watcher Key and The Watcher Tower Descendant Publishing began in 2018 as the result of Troy’s desire to publish The Watcher Key. As he wrote, he began researching the best […]