Author Archives: RJ Stuart

Standing FOR something

Posted on January 12, 2017 by RJ Stuart

In “Heretics” Chapter 2, GK Chesterton writes: “Every one of the popular modern phrases and ideals is a dodge in order to shirk the problem of what is good. We are fond of talking about “liberty”; that, as we talk … Continue reading →

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Santa Claus is NOT a lie

Posted on December 16, 2016 by RJ Stuart

Santa Claus is not a lie. He’s a parable, a model. If you are saying Santa is a lie you are also calling Jesus a liar as he routinely taught in parables. There is a good reason for this. Fiction … Continue reading →

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Author Richard J. Stuart’s fantasy novel predicts the future

Posted on November 27, 2016 by RJ Stuart

A year ago I published “Tales of Tiberius, the Christmas Adventures,” Featuring a novella “The Secret of Santa Claus.” In it a fictional psychologist argues passionately against the ‘lie’ of Father Christmas, trying to be helpful to children. I wish … Continue reading →

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On Dragons

Posted on August 16, 2016 by RJ Stuart

I’ve been watching the previews for Pete’s Dragon. I haven’t seen the film but it looks like the local police and or angry mob is going to try and kill this Dragon with shotguns. I have to wonder if anyone … Continue reading →

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Constantine, John

Posted on January 31, 2015 by RJ Stuart

I’m enjoying the show, but it raises some interesting points, magically speaking.  I have to agree with Papa Midnight that John is all over the map, magically, and not in a good way.  People wonder why I spend so much … Continue reading →

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Double or nothing

Posted on October 11, 2014 by RJ Stuart

Inspiration is a funny thing.  I’ve had nothing all week, then this morning I wake up with the second half of a story I’ve been stuck on for years, and a new character for my new project.  Go figure. Sort … Continue reading →

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Two Dragons? Me and Anne Mccaffrey?!

Posted on September 25, 2014 by RJ Stuart

This is wierd.  I just found out that Anne Mccaffrey wrote her Dragonrider’s books IN THE SAME HOUSE THAT I LIVE IN?!?!  See her son Todd J. Mccaffrey’s biography.  I’ve never been a particular follower of Anne Mccaffrey, though of … Continue reading →

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Blame the equipment?

Posted on August 11, 2014 by RJ Stuart

One thing I’ve learned in studying military history: be skeptical when you hear someone lost a battle because of bad equipment.  e.g. you hear a lot about how obsolete the Devastator was and how this lousy plane caused us to … Continue reading →

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Understanding the bayonet

Posted on July 23, 2014 by RJ Stuart

If you want an example of how studying the past can tell us things about the present, look no further than the lowly bayonet. Many people question the utility of the bayonet in today’s world.  Sticking a knife on the … Continue reading →

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Work in Progress – Update

Posted on July 8, 2014 by RJ Stuart

The good news is I finally sent a draft of my first “Spy” novel to my editor.  Why a spy novel?  Honestly, not everyone can relate to elves.  I also have friends who are Christian, but just cannot relate to … Continue reading →

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