The modern phenomenon of fan fiction involves readers writing creative pieces that answer questions left open in favorite works of literature. This also describes the ancient tradition of midrash, where readers write stories filling in gaps in the Bible.
In Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis educator Sarah Rosenson discusses the questions left open in the first book of the Bible and includes questions for the characters in the stories, which can serve as prompts for conversations or creative writing. Some chapters also describe paintings by famous artists depicting the scene, and how they seem to have answered at least one of the questions.
Fan Fiction on the Book of Genesis is perfect for anyone interested in reading Bible stories through a new and creative lens, people who enjoy creative writing and want to challenge themselves to write fan fiction/midrash on the Bible, and people who teach classes on the Bible in both Jewish and Christian settings and want ideas for discussion topics and questions.
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Fan Fiction on the Bible: How to Use This Book
Adam and Eve: Genesis
Chapter 3
Noah, His Family, and His Neighbors: Genesis 6:5 through 9:17
Abram, Sarai, and Hagar: Genesis
Chapters 16 and 17
Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, and Ishmael: Genesis 18:1-15, and 21:1-21
Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, and Ishmael: Genesis 22:1-19
Rebecca: Genesis
Chapter 24
Isaac, Rebecca, Jacob, and Esau: Genesis 25:21-34 and 27:1 through 28:9
Jacob, Rachel, Leah, Bilhah, and Zilpah: Genesis 28:10 through
Chapter 31
Jacob and Esau Reunited: Genesis
Chapters 32, 33, and 35
Joseph from Childhood to Slavery: Genesis
Chapter 37
Joseph in Potiphars House and in Prison: Genesis
Chapters 39 and 40
Joseph Interprets Pharaohs Dreams: Genesis
Chapter 41
Joseph Tests His Brothers: Genesis
Chapters 42 through 44
The Family Reunited: Genesis
Chapters 45 through 48, and
Chapter 50
About the Author
After practicing law for a decade, Sarah Rosenson earned her masters degree in Jewish Studies and became a teacher. She currently teaches adults both in-person and online for various institutions. Her classes include The Biblical Art of Marc Chagall and Childrens Bible Stories for Adults, among many others. You can find her website at www.sarahsclass.net.
