• How to Write About God’s Love: 5 Tips for Christian Writers

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    Let’s celebrate the last day of the month of love—the time of red roses, candy hearts, and all things romance. But let’s hit pause on the chocolates and candlelit dinners for a moment and talk about a kind of love that doesn’t come in heart-shaped boxes. As Christian authors, we carry the incredible privilege (and challenge!) of sharing the greatest love story ever told: the unconditional love of God. Every message of faith is built upon God’s love, so it’s important for believers to fully experience it. Our words hold the power to bring God’s redemptive love into the hearts…

  • 6 Proven Strategies to Crush Your Writing Productivity Goals This Year

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    It’s a brand-new year, and we all know what that means: New Year’s resolutions! After we’ve shed our Christmas sweaters and retired our trees, we can gear up for a fresh start. If you’re a writer, you probably have some kind of writing productivity goals on your list. You might want to finally start your book, get your ideas down on paper, or carve out some time from your busy schedule to write. But any writing project can feel daunting, and if you’re anything like me, you might get easily overwhelmed by a looming task or ambitious goal. We have…

  • 3 Cs of Impactful Writing: How to Write Clearly, Concisely, and Courteously

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    Whatever you want to write, whether it’s a memoir, a novel, a devotional, a literature review, or a short story collection, impactful writing starts with keeping your reader in mind. It’s like that familiar saying, “Before you say something, think whether it’s true, helpful, inspiring, necessary, and kind.” Similarly, when you write, think about the three Cs: Are my words clear, concise, and courteous? Why Clear Writing Matters: Making Your Message Easy to Understand As an editor, I often find myself making comments that say, “Clarify this,” or “Explain what this means.” When your writing is clear, your readers won’t…

  • Are You Still Making These Common Grammar Mistakes?

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    Grammar mistakes are the silent saboteurs of good writing. Just the other day, I started a new book that had been collecting dust on my shelf. Within minutes of opening it, I caught a glaring grammar mistake. Frustrated, I put the book back down. Common grammar mistakes can undermine your credibility, confuse your readers, and make even the most compelling story hard to follow. Even the best writers aren’t immune to errors. But there’s no need to memorize every rule to improve your writing skills. Instead, focus on identifying and avoiding the most common grammar mistakes. Let’s dive into four…