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''Literature/TheBookOfMormon'' by Joseph Smith
* Recommended by {{@/TitaniumDragon}}

* Synopsis: The lost tribe of Israel comes to America in ancient times, and is later visited by UsefulNotes/{{Jesus}} himself.
* Comments: Clocking in at over 268,000 words, this story is intended as a sequel to the New Testament, intended to bring ancient America in on the action. Its FrameStory is that it was decoded from a set of golden plates with the help of an angel and a special device, revealing the secret history of Israelites in prehistoric America, the troubles they faced here, and Jesus coming to the Americas to deliver his message here as well. Very America-centric, this is by far and away the most popular fanfic in the state of Utah. It has a lot of fans, so reading it can help you understand where they're coming from, even if they seem to take it a bit too seriously at times.

''Literature/GoodOmens'' by Creator/NeilGaiman and Creator/TerryPratchett
* Recommended by Tropers/TimeLordVictorious, {{@/EnochianMoloch}}
* ''Status'': Complete

** Seconding this—this book was an immediate addition to the Hall of Fame bookshelf. Don’t come here expecting a DarkFic or serious take. Despite the subject matter, this CrackFic never gets dark or upsetting; it keeps its lighthearted, surreal, irreverent tone throughout. With a cast of fascinating original characters (and new takes on canon characters) and compelling character dynamics to hook you, it’s sure to be quite the memorable read. And in the end, for all its satire and artistic liberties, it somehow still demonstrates the authors’ understanding of the original work’s core themes. Absolutely well worth the read—just don’t blame TVTropes when you’re in the middle of something important and can’t put the book down.

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[[caption-width-right:300:Of course, [[http://achewood.com/index.php?date=01252005 tastes vary.]]]]

** Seconding this—this book was an immediate addition to the Hall of Fame bookshelf. Don’t come here expecting a DarkFic or serious take. Despite the subject matter, this fanfic never gets dark or upsetting; it keeps its lighthearted, surreal, irreverent tone throughout. With a cast of fascinating original characters (and new takes on canon characters) and compelling character dynamics to hook you, it’s sure to be quite the memorable read. And in the end, for all its satire and artistic liberties, it somehow still demonstrates the authors’ understanding of the original work’s core themes. Absolutely well worth the read—just don’t blame TVTropes when you’re in the middle of something important and can’t put the book down.

* Recommended by Tropers/TimeLordVictorious

* Comments: Also, like the previously mentioned ''Literature/ParadiseLost'', written in poetry form. It does very little to expand upon the main characters, but fleshes out the setting in wonderful ways, which is something fans will appreciate. It also tucks in some pointed jabs at well-known haters and several {{Big Name Fan}}s of the original appear as minor characters. Has contributed a lot to popular perception of the original. A bit wonky to read, because of the format, but well worth it.

''TheBookOfMormon'' by Joseph Smith
* Recommended by {{Tropers/TitaniumDragon}}

''TheBookOfMormon'' by Joseph Smith

* Comments: Clocking in at over 268,000 words, this story is intended as a sequel to the New Testament, intended to bring ancient America in on the action. Its FrameStory is that it was decoded from a set of golden plates with the help of an angel and a special device, revealing the secret history of Israelites in prehistoric America, the troubles they faced here, and Jesus coming to the Americas to deliver his message here as well.


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[[caption-width-right:200:The short story that appeared in 2008 was written by a homeschooler who appeared on The Bible fandom; like the narrative in the Gospel account of the Crucifixion. MohsScaleOfViolenceHardness it would be about a 7 because if one reads the modern translations they portray it close to Passion of the Christ.]]''[[https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4373282/1/ Through the Eyes of A Thief]]'' by [[https://www.fanfiction.net/u/1619696/bean21 Solus Christus]]
* Recommended by {{Tropers/nickpacione}}

* Synopsis: So this is it, then. I'll die today. I always thought I would die in some horrible, painful manner, but surely crucifixion must be the worst death....
* Comments: The thieves on the cross remain nameless. The wording she uses is from the JamesTheFirst (King James Version as the more [[https://www.christianity.com/church/church-history/timeline/1601-1700/the-king-james-authorized-version-11630051.html common version]] is from the 1760s) of the narrative as documented from the Aramaic Texts; Christ didn't speak King James English in the 16th Century. The narrative is told from a FirstPersonPerspective to that of TheTellTaleHeart by EdgarAllanPoe. The short story is about 2000 words as it's in a similar narrative to how Poe wrote some of his more recognized short stories but it's a guess if she's had access to the classic tales of Poe -- it's powerful when paired up with [[https://frontlineartistcatalogue.bandcamp.com/track/the-messiah The Messiah]] from Bloodgood or the Tourniquet version which is a little crunchier in guitar tone. The story is a reference from [[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+23%3A39-43&version=AMP Luke 23:39-43]] as one may want to look up the AMP version to get the connection. Noted with the link to the author is her FictionPress.com profile. The story is discussed on [[https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-most-powerful-literature-you-have-written Quora.com]] and shared on [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/AnointedWriterSpotlight/permalink/924805781015873/ Anointed Writers Group]]. The group is noted to have a very high member account in the faith community -- about 29,827 members as the owner owns a few groups. According to the writer, when she made it public she had [[http://www.fictionratings.com Fiction Ratings]] to a T for teenagers because of the violence portrayed of the thieves on the cross. This might be one of the DarkerAndEdgier t-rated stories on the site, if one has [[https://www.pinterest.com/pin/160440805459856480/ pinterest]] give this one some traffic.

* Comments: The thieves on the cross remain nameless. The wording she uses is from the King James Version of the narrative as documented from the Aramaic Texts; Christ didn't speak King James English in the 16th Century. The narrative is told from a similar perspective to that of TheTellTaleHeart by EdgarAllanPoe. The short story is about 2000 words as it's in a similar narrative to how Poe wrote some of his more recognized short stories but it's a guess if she's had access to the classic tales of Poe -- it's powerful when paired up with [[https://frontlineartistcatalogue.bandcamp.com/track/the-messiah The Messiah]] from Bloodgood or the Tourniquet version which is a little crunchier in guitar tone. The story is a reference from [[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+23%3A39-43&version=AMP Luke 23:39-43]] as one may want to look up the AMP version to get the connection. Noted with the link to the author is her FictionPress.com profile. The story is discussed on [[https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-most-powerful-literature-you-have-written Quora.com]] and shared on [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/AnointedWriterSpotlight/permalink/924805781015873/ Anointed Writers Group]]. The group is noted to have a very high member account in the faith community -- about 29,827 members as the owner owns a few groups. According to the writer, when she made it public she had [[http://www.fictionratings.com Fiction Ratings]] to a T for teenagers because of the violence portrayed of the thieves on the cross. This might be one of the DarkerAndEdgier t-rated stories on the site, if one has [[https://www.pinterest.com/pin/160440805459856480/ pinterest]] give this one some traffic.

* Comments: The thieves on the cross remain nameless. The wording she uses is from the King James Version of the narrative as documented from the Aramaic Texts; Christ didn't speak King James English in the 16th Century. The narrative is told from a similar perspective to that of TheTellTaleHeart by EdgarAllanPoe. The short story is about 2000 words as it's in a similar narrative to how Poe wrote some of his more recognized short stories but it's a guess if she's had access to the classic tales of Poe -- it's powerful when paired up with [[https://frontlineartistcatalogue.bandcamp.com/track/the-messiah The Messiah]] from Bloodgood or the Tourniquet version which is a little crunchier in guitar tone. The story is a reference from [[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+23%3A39-43&version=AMP Luke 23:39-43]] as one may want to look up the AMP version to get the connection. Noted with the link to the author is her FictionPress.com profile. The story is discussed on [[https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-most-powerful-literature-you-have-written Quora.com]] and shared on [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/AnointedWriterSpotlight/permalink/924805781015873/ Anointed Writers Group]]. The group is noted to have a very high member account in the faith community -- about 29,827 members as the owner owns a few groups. According to the writer, when she made it public she had [[http://www.fictionratings.com Fiction Ratings]] to a T for teenagers because of the violence portrayed of the thieves on the cross. This might be one of the DarkerAndEdgier t-rated stories on the site, if you have pinterest give this one some traffic.

* Comments: Clocking in at over 268,000 words, this story is intended as a sequel to the New Testament, intended to bring ancient America in on the action. Its FrameStory is that it was decoded from a set of golden plates with the help of an angel and a special device, revealing the secret history of Israelites in prehistoric America, the troubles they faced here, and Jesus coming to the Americas to deliver his message here as well. Ver

* Comments: Clocking in at over 268,000 words, this story is intended as a sequel to the New Testament, intended to bring ancient America in on the action. Its FrameStory is that it was decoded from a set of golden plates with the help of an angel and a special device, revealing the secret history of Israelites in prehistoric America, the troubles they faced here, and Jesus coming to the Americas to deliver his message here as well. Very America-centric, this is by far and away the most popular fanfic in the state of Utah. It has a lot of fans, so reading it can help you understand where they're coming from, even if they seem to take it a bit too seriously at times.

* Synopsis: The lost tribe of Israel comes to America in ancient times, and is later visited by JesusChrist himself.

* ''Comments'': One of the better known fanfics out there, Paradise Lost is most notable for its style and characterization. Like ''Literature/TheAeneid'', another influential fanfic, it is written as an epic poem. The descriptions of people, events, and places are excellent, though they are perhaps too descriptive. Satan, Adam, and Eve are remarkably fleshed out, and are given realistic motives and feelings.

* Synoposis: The lost tribe of Israel comes to America in ancient times, and is later visited by JesusChrist himself.