how to avoid being preachy in writing

What gives a story lasting impact? It’s not just the plot—it’s the emotional core.
In this episode of the Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast, we explore how to write stories that handle pain, trauma, and healing with honesty, empathy, and purpose. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls, create authentic emotional depth, and craft redemptive arcs that resonate—without feeling preachy.
If you want your stories to connect on a deeper level and reflect truth with grace, this episode is for you.

Sprint Prompt: “You’re not seeing the whole picture yet.”

Struggling to find time to write your book? In this episode, The 15-Minute Writing Habit That Can Help You Finish Your Book, you’ll discover a simple, sustainable writing routine designed to help busy writers build consistency and finally make progress.

Learn how just 15 minutes a day can transform your writing life using a proven 5-step method.

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Ever feel like the words have run dry, but the calling to write hasn’t? You’re not alone. Up to 85% of writers face the struggle. We dive into the core question: What role does faith play when creativity dries up? In this episode, you’ll discover practical, faith-based strategies to break through the block and build a sustainable creative rhythm. We reframe writer’s block as not proof of failure or God’s silence, but often an invitation to deepen and rest. Question: If this season isn’t punishment… what might it be preparation for? 

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In this episode of The Christian Indie Writers Podcast, we’re talking about how to write a Christian book that shares faith, offers hope, and changes lives — without turning your story into a sermon.

Many Christian authors struggle to balance biblical truth with compelling storytelling. How do you weave faith naturally into fiction? How do you avoid heavy-handed dialogue, unrealistic “perfect” Christian characters, or on-the-nose moral lessons?

We cover:

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