Discover the Next Generation of Christian Storytellers…

The fifth edition of Voices of the Future weaves together short stories of bravery and belonging in a memorable and heartwarming collection. Experience the next generation’s creativity and vision through these brief tales from rising young creatives.

Featuring Sarah Abegglen

Sarah Abegglen grew up taking frequent trips to the library, trying to stack as many books in her arms as physically possible. Soon, she began to spin her own fantastical tales of adventure and never giving up, no matter the obstacles you face. In her spare time, she can be found daydreaming about living in a castle, wishing she was on the train to Hogwarts, and drawing Mickey Mouse ears on everything within reach.

About Her Short Story

When Zephyr was a young dragon, all he wanted was to go on a real quest – like the ones he’s read about in the magical archive he lives in. So when his best friend Aella offers him an opportunity to sneak into the satchel of a visiting Adventurer, he leaps at the chance to chase his dream.

But the halls of his home are dangerous for a small dragon. Will Zephyr be able to hide in the satchel and go on an adventure? Or will his fears of being too small keep him from fulfilling his dream?

Her Accomplishments
  • Wrote two novels and one short story.
  • Drafted a 92k novel in three months.
  • Received and implemented a professional manuscript assessment.
  • Connected with agents and publishers at Realm Makers 2024.
  • Trained in marketing and networking from industry professionals.
  • Awarded Editor’s Choice on Teen Ink in 2021.

Meet the 11 other authors in the anthology!

CAROLINE

GUAJARDO

“Araluen”

Alayna

Niblack

“Mended Wings”

Helen

curtis

“To Rise Again”

Annika

Crum

“Golden Footprints”

rebecca

Washburn

“Sleeves”

EDen

joy

“Flan and a Flying Monkey”

R.L.

Nguyen

“The Second Lives of Withered Dreams”

Shannae

Grace

“The Department of Lost Things”

Kimberly C.

Grace

“The Story of a Flag”

katharine

Stacy

“Tidings of Comfort & Joy”

Support the next generation of writers

100% of the proceeds from this anthology go toward helping up-and-coming writers attend writing conferences where they can pitch their work to agents and publishers.

About the Author Conservatory

Conservatorynoun: “A school specializing in one of the fine arts.”

The Author Conservatory is an online apprenticeship-modeled program that teaches students the writing & business skills they need to get published and support themselves financially. The Voices of the Future anthology features short stories from nine of our 2024 graduates.

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