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...
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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...
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...
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...
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.
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…
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.
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
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.
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...
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...
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