Biblical Fiction, Dinosaurs, and Spiritual Warfare with Laurie Christine
Laurie Christine is back on BookWorthy with a new installment of her Dragon Slayer Bible Story Series, and it's Giant.
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There’s something uniquely powerful about biblical fiction written for kids — especially when it’s crafted with reverence for Scripture, a deep imagination, and a desire to help young readers see the Bible as a living, breathing story of God’s faithfulness. Laurie Christine’s Dragon Slayer Bible Series does exactly that.
In this BookWorthy Podcast episode, Laurie and I dove into her newest release, Land of Giants, the second book in her middle‑grade biblical‑fantasy series. This installment follows Shem, the eldest son of Noah, as a twelve‑year‑old boy navigating giants, spiritual warfare, and the early rumblings of God’s coming judgment.
What unfolded was a conversation full of laughter, biblical curiosity, dinosaurs, giants, and a shared love for helping kids fall in love with Scripture.
A Real‑Life Friendship (and an Axolotl)
Laurie and I have actually met in person — twice — which is rare in the world of podcasting. Our first conversation began not with books, but with an axolotl sticker on her mug.
“We still have that axolotl — he’s going strong,” she laughed.
As a mom of boys, I had been deep in axolotl research at the time, and Laurie graciously shared her wisdom. (Spoiler: I did not get an axolotl. My marriage survived another day.)
Random Question of the Week: Foods We Hated as Kids
Before diving into giants and dragons, we tackled our weekly warm‑up question: What food did you hate as a child but love now?
Laurie’s answers were relatable:
Brussels sprouts
Asparagus
And surprisingly… cantaloupe
“I realized we never had it as children because my dad hated cantaloupe… and then I finally had it as an adult and thought, I actually really like this,” she said.
But one food remains firmly on her “nope” list:
“Lima beans. I have never cooked lima beans for my children,” she admitted.
I confessed my own lifelong refusal to eat black‑eyed peas on New Year’s Day — a Southern tradition I happily skip. “I will take bad luck and trust the Lord,” I told her, and we both laughed.
Introducing Land of Giants:
Laurie’s Dragon Slayer Bible Series is designed for ages 8–12, especially boys who crave action, danger, and adventure. But girls love the series too.
The books blend:
biblical characters
historical settings
spiritual warfare
dragons (representing Satan)
giants
prehistoric beasts
sword fights
angels
It’s biblical fiction with a fantasy feel — but without magic, and without contradicting Scripture.
“The villain is an actual dragon the characters can see,” Laurie explained. “It feels like fantasy, but it’s all based on characters and events in the Bible.”
Staying True to Scripture — Without Losing Imagination
One of the most impressive aspects of Laurie’s writing is her commitment to biblical accuracy.
“I’m very passionate about staying true to the Bible… I’m not adding to the Bible or replacing the Bible,” she said.
So how does she balance Scripture with storytelling?
She chooses time periods where the Bible gives very little detail — such as the years between Eden and the flood.
For example:
Book 1, Garden of Mysteries, follows Seth as a 12‑year‑old boy.
Book 2, Land of Giants, follows Shem as a 12‑year‑old boy, about 80 years before the flood.
“We don’t have a lot of evidence from the Bible or history about that time,” Laurie said. “So I can invent a fictional narrative while staying true to what we do know about God’s character and the biblical facts.”
This gives her freedom to imagine daily life, relationships, dangers, and spiritual battles — without contradicting Scripture.
Dinosaurs, Giants, and the Nephilim Debate
Few biblical topics spark more curiosity (or controversy) than dinosaurs and the Nephilim. Laurie tackles both — carefully and creatively.
Dinosaurs in the Pre‑Flood World
Laurie grew up assuming dinosaurs lived long before humans. But as she studied Scripture, she realized:
“God created the animals… He created the dinosaurs… He created humans. There was no death before Adam and Eve sinned,” she said.
So in her fictional world, dinosaurs still roam the earth during Shem’s childhood.
She doesn’t speculate on how they died out — flood, climate change, meteor — because Scripture doesn’t say. But she allows them to exist in the story because it fits the biblical timeline.
Giants and the Nephilim
This topic can get heated, but Laurie handles it with grace.
In her books, she calls them Nephiliates, borrowing from the New Living Translation.
And in her fictional world?
“They’re just giants — big, mean giants,” she said. “They’re in league with the dragon, but they’re not spiritual beings.”
She intentionally avoids the more complex theological debates about Genesis 6.
“It’s not a hill I’m going to die on,” she said. “If you believe they were just giants, that’s fine. If you believe they were part demon, that’s fine too.”
Her goal isn’t to settle the debate — it’s to spark curiosity and send kids back to Scripture.
A Companion Devotional to Keep Kids Grounded
Because biblical fiction can blur lines for young readers, Laurie includes two safeguards:
1. A “Fact vs. Fiction” section in every book
This clearly explains:
what is biblical
what is historical
what is fictional
what is imaginative
2. A companion devotional for each book
These devotionals walk kids through the actual biblical passages behind the story.
“I want kids to read these books and then go to the Bible and find out what the Bible actually says,” Laurie said.
This is exactly the kind of discipleship tool families need — fiction that inspires deeper engagement with Scripture, not confusion.
The Big Takeaway: True Warriors Fight with Faith
At its heart, Land of Giants is a story about identity, obedience, and spiritual warfare.
Shem longs to be a warrior. He wants to learn swords, spears, and axes. But when Noah receives God’s command to build the ark, he no longer has time to train his son.
Frustrated, Shem takes matters into his own hands — and seeks training from the wrong person.
“He pursues the right goal in the wrong way,” Laurie explained.
Through danger, deception, and hard lessons, Shem learns:
the real battle is spiritual
giants aren’t the only enemies
strength alone won’t save him
true warriors fight with faith, courage, and sacrifice
victory comes from the King
“We need the weapons the King has provided… we need to put on His armor,” Laurie said.
It’s a powerful message for kids growing up in a world full of spiritual giants.
Laurie’s Favorite Books
Laurie’s reading tastes are wonderfully eclectic.
For adult fiction, she enjoys Dan Brown novels — not for theology, but for the adventure, art, architecture, and conspiracy‑theory fun. For kids’ books, she loves the Harry Potter series.
“I’ve read through it with all of my boys… it’s been such a fun family adventure,” she said.
As a mom of boys myself, I know how rare and precious those shared reading experiences can be.
What’s Next for Laurie Christine?
Laurie has big plans for the Dragon Slayer Bible universe.
The next book will take place in Egypt, following Moses as a boy growing up in Pharaoh’s palace.
“There will definitely be some Prince of Egypt vibes,” she said.
A short‑story anthology
Because so much happens between the flood and Egypt, Laurie is creating a collection of short stories covering:
the Garden of Eden
the flood
the Tower of Babel
Job
Abraham & Isaac
Joseph
Each story will include a devotional.
This anthology will bridge the timeline and prepare readers for the Moses novel.
Where to Find Laurie Christine
You can explore Laurie’s books and podcast at:
Website: dragonslayerbible.com
Podcast: swordandstorypodcast.com
Both are rich resources for families who want to help their kids understand Scripture through story.
Final Thoughts
Laurie Christine is doing something rare and beautiful: She’s helping kids see the Bible as an epic, interconnected story — full of danger, hope, spiritual warfare, and the unwavering faithfulness of God.
Her books don’t replace Scripture. They don’t rewrite Scripture. They invite kids to love Scripture.
And in a world full of giants — cultural, spiritual, emotional — that’s exactly the kind of storytelling our kids need.
Happy reading, friends.
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