The typewriter
by Bill Thomson
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
A young boy discovers a magical typewriter that brings his drawings to life, leading to unexpected adventures.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Profanity is absent from the text.
There is no blasphemy in the book.
No substance use is shown.
The book does not feature suicide or self-harm.
Some drawings coming to life can be slightly startling.
The typewriter's magic is a central, unexplained element.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present.
The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows bravery in dealing with his creations.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Friendship and care for his creations are shown.
Learning to control his creations shows responsibility.
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