One possible theme could be the conflict between religious dogma and creative freedom. The church often has strict rules and beliefs, while a fiction writer may want to explore more unorthodox ideas in their work.
Another theme might be the role of the church as a source of inspiration or a moral compass for the fiction writer. The writer could draw on religious stories, values, or imagery in their writing, but also face the challenge of adapting them in a fictional context.
There could also be a theme of redemption or salvation in the story. The fiction writer may be a flawed character who finds a path to redemption through their relationship with the church, or perhaps the church itself is in need of redemption in the eyes of the writer.
At first, it might be a relationship of tension. The writer's ideas may clash with the church's teachings, causing friction.
One possible theme could be creativity. Writers are known for their creative minds, and the story might explore how they come up with new ideas.
One theme could be the resilience of the community. Despite the tragedy of the bombing, the people in the story might come together, showing strength and unity.
Love could be a theme. Anonymous writers might share their unrequited love stories or tales of true love. Another possible theme is adventure, like stories of traveling to unknown lands. Also, mystery, where the plot keeps you guessing until the end.
Community. Since they are part of a church community, the stories might explore how they interact with each other, support or compete with one another. Also, the theme of family might be present. How their family lives intersect with their church lives, like raising children in a religious environment or dealing with family members who may have different levels of faith.
One possible element could be a haunted building. Maybe an old house or the local church in Church Hill was the site of the alleged ghostly activities.
Love and relationships are very common. It could be romantic love, family love, or the complex relationships between friends. Another common theme is self - discovery. Many modern fictions explore how characters find out who they really are, often through difficult experiences or challenges.
One common theme is the loss of individual freedom. In these books, characters often find themselves trapped in a system where they have to follow strict rules imposed by the cult - like church. Another theme is the false sense of community. The cults seem to offer a community but it's a very controlling and often harmful one.
It could be that the 'hot church lady' is a long - time member who has seen many changes in the church over the years. The story might focus on her memories, her relationships with other members, and how she helps to preserve the church's traditions while also adapting to new ways. She could be like a bridge between the old and the new generations in the church community.
One possible element could be a phantom figure. Maybe it was seen wandering in the pews or near the altar.