Christopher Hopper

Jun 41 min read

Valorous Awards Update

For posterity, I'm making an entry for the notice that was ppossted on the now-shuttered Valorious Awards website in May of 2024. The...

Ruins of the Galaxy: Narrator Change Announced

Christopher Hopper

Dec 28, 20221 min read

Ruins of the Galaxy: Narrator Change Announced

As many of you have already noticed, the narrator listed for Ruins of the Galaxy Book Book 6, Imminent Failure, has been changed from...

Christopher Hopper

Jun 19, 20222 min read

What is an Infinita Sentia Aux Coin?

Brass, ebony enamel, and just shy of two inches across with lots of lines and cryptic words. Perhaps you found an Infinita coin on a...

Christopher Hopper

Jun 1, 20211 min read

New Sci-Fi Series Announced

Hi Spacers, As I wrap up work on Valley of the Dead and prepare to start Ruins of the Earth Book 6 this summer (title TBA), I felt it was...

Audible Schedule for Ruins of the Galaxy / Earth with R.C. Bray and Christopher Ryan Grant

Christopher Hopper

Feb 19, 20211 min read

Audible Schedule for Ruins of the Galaxy / Earth with R.C. Bray and Christopher Ryan Grant

Latest revision: January 17, 2023 UPDATE: Please read official narrator change announcement here. If you’re reading this, you’re probably...

Christopher Hopper

Jan 21, 20212 min read

“Which of Your Books Are Suited For My Children?”

One of the frequently asked questions I receive is from parents asking which books are good for their kids. As with any questioning...

Christopher Hopper

Jan 1, 20212 min read

A Glimpse Behind the Curtain: An Overnight Success (Decades in the Making)

I was born to write. It just took me a long time to realize it. For those of you making New Year's resolutions, I offer the following...

Christopher Hopper

Dec 26, 20203 min read

What's the Best Way to Watch Formula 1?

As someone who became a [significant] fan of F1 in 2020—thank you quarantine and Netflix (watch "Drive to Survive")—I took to the...

I've Launched a New Podcast: Life in Pages

Christopher Hopper

Dec 13, 20201 min read

I've Launched a New Podcast: Life in Pages

I suppose it was only a matter of time. Many of my closest friends have said they've been waiting for me to start a podcast, and I...

Ruins of the Earth Hits #1 in Six Categories and #119 on Amazon

Christopher Hopper

Oct 3, 20201 min read

Ruins of the Earth Hits #1 in Six Categories and #119 on Amazon

Ruins of the Earth hit #1 in six categories, and reached #119 on Amazon for all ebooks sold.

Ruins of the Earth Book 1 Launches Strong

Christopher Hopper

Sep 13, 20201 min read

Ruins of the Earth Book 1 Launches Strong

This story follows a retired US Marine Raider, Patrick “Wic” Finnegan, and his ragtag band of Phantoms on a mission to save the Earth…

Healing Through Mechanical Keyboards and My 2020 Workstation Overhaul

Christopher Hopper

Sep 12, 20207 min read

Healing Through Mechanical Keyboards and My 2020 Workstation Overhaul

The pain was so bad, I was sure I had developed chronic arthritis. Instead, what I discovered was a healing trip down memory lane.

The Strategic Power of Partnerships (And Why You Need Them)

Christopher Hopper

Jul 7, 20202 min read

The Strategic Power of Partnerships (And Why You Need Them)

One of the greatest things you can do for your career is to look for meaningful partnerships. Learning from people who…

Christopher Hopper

Jun 18, 20202 min read

Ruins of the Galaxy and Galaxys Edge

Every now and then, I’ll get a comment or email from someone who has read both Ruins of the Galaxy and Galaxy’s Edge, asking me about…

Christopher Hopper

Jun 2, 20203 min read

#BLACKOUTTUESDAY: Reading While Black

If humanity is made imago Dei, in the image of God, then assaults on human dignity are assaults on the God we worship. Therefore, perpetuati

The Real Story Behind Ruins of the Galaxy Hitting Audible Today

Christopher Hopper

Apr 28, 20204 min read

The Real Story Behind Ruins of the Galaxy Hitting Audible Today

A year ago, this week, I had declared bankruptcy, was seeing two counselors for mental health and was working ninety-hour weeks.

How do I Construct a Good Story? The Three-Layer Plot Matrix

Christopher Hopper

Mar 27, 20201 min read

How do I Construct a Good Story? The Three-Layer Plot Matrix

Have you ever wondered how to create a good story arc? In this video, I teach you how to develop a compelling plot using what I call the...

I want to publish a book. Where do I start?

Christopher Hopper

Mar 4, 20207 min read

I want to publish a book. Where do I start?

About once a day, I receive an email, text, or private message on social media that asks how to write and publish a book. Here's my answer.

Christopher Hopper

Jan 30, 20201 min read

I Succeeded in Raising Non-Sports-Oriented Offspring: Here’s the Proof

My dreams of having non-sports-oriented children were fully realized tonight when I asked over dinner what two teams were playing in the...

Christopher Hopper

Sep 1, 20195 min read

I Heard You Are a Full-Time Writer. Is That True?

I made a big career change. For the last twenty-three years, I've served as a paid clergy member in three different churches. But as of...

Christopher Hopper

Aug 7, 20192 min read

Explaining all the Ruins of the Galaxy Editions

"Christopher, what's going on?" "Multiple editions, title changes, rumors of new content, and old versions no longer for sale but still...

Christopher Hopper

Dec 28, 20182 min read

Social Media Might Be Killing Your Book

There has never been a better time to be a self-published author. But be warned: the old rules of publishing don’t apply anymore. Simply...

Christopher Hopper

Dec 17, 201810 min read

Confessions of an iPhone Addict: How To Free Yourself from Your Smart Phone and Still Be Relevant in