Not sure how to start a memoir? These seven approaches can help you find an opening that feels honest, clear, and true to your story. You know the story because you lived it. That should make the first page easy, right? Usually, it does not. Memoir writers often get stuck at the beginning because real […]
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One of the first questions many aspiring authors ask isn’t How do I publish a book? It’s much simpler. “Should I write fiction or nonfiction?” Sometimes the answer is obvious. If you’ve spent years researching a topic or want to share your personal expertise, nonfiction is probably the right fit. But other times, the line
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Finishing your first novel is no small thing. Most people talk about writing a book. You actually sat down and started putting words on the page. But once that first draft is finished, a new challenge begins. After working with countless authors, we’ve noticed many first-time novelists run into the same obstacles. The good news
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Writing theology is a sacred responsibility. When you put words on a page about God, Scripture, and the life of the Church, you are shaping how readers think, pray, and live. That is not something to approach casually. At the same time, theology that never leaves the classroom will rarely serve the congregation. The goal
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Not every Christian book serves the Church well. Some are well written but disconnected from real ministry life. Others are full of passion but light on depth. And some simply repeat what has already been said without offering fresh clarity or practical help. If you are writing a ministry book, the question is not just,
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Burnout doesn’t usually arrive all at once. It builds slowly, quietly, between missed writing sessions and growing frustration. At first, it looks like fatigue. Then it feels like resistance. Eventually, it becomes the thought many writers are afraid to admit: I don’t know if I can keep going. If you’ve felt burned out on your
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Most writers reach a point where they wonder if stepping away from their work means they’re doing something wrong. Pausing can feel uncomfortable, especially in a culture that celebrates constant productivity. But the truth is, many meaningful books are shaped not only by seasons of writing, but also by seasons of waiting. Pausing your writing
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Stories help children make sense of the world long before they have all the words to explain what they feel. For kids ages 4 to 8, the books they read can shape how they understand family, belonging, courage, love, and even loss. When you write about foster care or adoption for young readers, you are
Writing about foster care or adoption is entering into someone’s real lived experience, where emotions are layered and backgrounds are diverse. These stories require care, intention, and truth. When done thoughtfully, they can help readers feel seen, supported, and understood. When done without sensitivity, they can unintentionally gloss over pain or turn real challenges into
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If you’ve ever spent hours studying Scripture, praying for direction, and shaping a sermon only to wonder later if it made a difference, you’re not alone. Every pastor has felt that quiet question: Do these words really last once people walk out the door? The truth is, sermons often do more work than we realize.
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