Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast Interview: Jimmy and J. Warner Wallace – Case Files
May 2, 2025
J. Warner Wallace, a former cold-case detective and author, teams up with his son Jimmy, a co-author and fellow investigator, to discuss their graphic novel, Case Files: Murder and Meaning. They explore the creative process of storytelling, emphasizing organic character development and authentic dialogue. The duo also delves into the intersection of faith and art, sharing personal anecdotes and the emotional landscape in apologetics. Their insights on identity and the significance of Christian storytelling offer a refreshing perspective on life’s complexities.
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Jimmy's Comic Book Roots
- Jimmy grew up loving comic books and this fueled his desire to bring Christian themes into graphic novels.
- His deep comics knowledge combined with his father's detective background led to the creation of their graphic novel project.
Ground Story in Theme
- Choose a meaningful apologetic theme to ground your story, like the value of human life.
- Develop a detective plot that naturally explores and exposes the thematic questions.
Collaborative Writing Process
- Create an overarching plot outline before fleshing out characters or scenes.
- Give the fiction writer final say on dialogue and character decisions to preserve voice and consistency.