This book explores the significance of women poststructuralist theorists for feminist reading practices in theology. The crucial role that literature has played in the development of feminist theology is examined, breaking new ground in linking the study of literary texts and theory to creative writing.

In this book, Heather Walton explores the significance of women poststructuralist theorists for feminist reading practices in theology. She interrogates the crucial role that literature has played in the development of feminist theology and breaks new ground in linking the study of literary texts and theory to creative writing. This raises important epistemological questions concerning the use of the imagination in theological thinking and introduces 'reflexive theology' as a discipline and practice.

"Walton's book provides the opportunity for women in different social locations and various forms of ministry to explore the interplay of theology and contemporary literature." --Interpretation, April 2009 - Interpretation

"Heather Walton makes a strong case for more fully incorporating fiction, published diaries, journals, poetry, science fiction, and feminist philosophy by women into the discussion of theology...Walton is the Director of the Centre for Literature, Theology, and the Arts at Glasglow University, and her particular knowledge is reflected in the choice of topics in this  book....Walton's book provides the opportunity for women in different social locations and various forms of ministry to explore the interplay of theology and contemporary literature." - Interpretation - Interpretation