Hi there,
I was introduced to this forum by Inesdar, and am posting this message because of his threats of what he'd do if I did otherwise.
Outside of the forum, I go to the same church as Brendan. I believe that, because all of us are created in God's image, we are innately creative. I have been learning how to play piano for several years now, and love to play and compose my own music. I also love to read and write stories (at least in theory: although I still have some ideas bouncing around in my head, I haven't done much writing in recent months. Perhaps spending time here will help to rekindle that spark.)
You've all been very friendly and welcoming. More than one person has already gone out of their way to send me a personal greeting! However...I wonder if I'll still be welcome when you discover that I've never read the Chronicles of Narnia or LotR! Mwahahaha!
As for what I have read, some of my favorite books include Inkheart by Cornelia Funke and the original book adaptation of the Princess Bride (I generally like things that play with the fourth wall in a unique way.) I am also into video games, which, often bearing a 40+ hour long storyline, can combine the length and depth of a novel with the visual and musical drama of a film.
Anyway, I am excited to start getting involved here. I have already explored many parts of the forum, and it all looks fun and engaging...
...and insane, as Brendan likes to put it.
*breaks out the 
"Inkheart" is one of my favourite books, one of the few fantasies on my shelf, and I love playing the piano! 
Bethy is the pie giver and you can know for sure hers are acceptable (they're actually amazing, I'm just saying you can accept hers without repercussions 
*Tosses glitter into the air*
Craziest day ever!