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C.J. Loveman

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in Milwaukee, The United States

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Science Fiction, Gay and Lesbian, Fiction

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C.J. Loveman is a literary author who uses the lens of speculative and historical fiction to explore timeless themes of faith, identity, and rebellion. He is the author of the "Apostate" series and the founder of Breaking Light Press.

His unique perspective was forged in the crucible of an evangelical Bible college. The collision between doctrine and self-discovery set him on a new course, inspiring his thoughtful LGBTQ+ stories. His work often centers on unlikely pairs—soldiers and AIs, masters and slaves, mentors and seekers—who form profound bonds against oppressive systems.

C.J.'s work delves into the quiet wars fought within the human heart and the moments of hard-won grace that can change everything. He believes stories are a key to unl ...more

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Average rating: 4.26 · 31 ratings · 28 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	Apostate: The First Heresy (The Apostate Series Book 1) 4.27 avg rating — 26 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Protocol Heresy: The Limp in the Code really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Gospel According to P.O.L. it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Gospel According to P.O.L. by C.J. Loveman (Goodreads Author), Leonydus Smith (Narrator) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Obstetrix by Naomi Kritzer is a chilling, first-person dive into the nightmare of high-control systems. I received an early access copy via NetGalley and Tor Publishing, and it held me in a state of constant tension from the first chapter. The story f ...more
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