Created to Write

The Uncompromising Writing Life of Christian Author Peter Sinclair. In this episode of Created to Write , author Peter Sinclair proves that writing with purpose sometimes means turning down serious money to protect what matters most. Peter's journey spans motivational non-fiction for the business community, adult thrillers, and a current children's book series, making him one of the more versatile...

Faith, Fiction and Finding Your Readers. In this episode of Created to Write , author Heather Tabers shares how faith-based writing isn't just her creative outlet, it's her ministry, her mission and the filter for every professional decision she makes. Heather's shift from pursuing traditional publishing to embracing indie authorship was driven by one thing: getting her message to read...

Grief doesn't pause for deadlines. Mum just graduated to heaven, and everything has come to a sudden pause. Being a productivity queen? Failing, or my crown needs straightening as I work through this? In this episode of Created to Write, I share about navigating that fog: the emotional weight of bereavement, and how my Christian faith is an anchor of hope through one of life's hardest seas...

Obedience Over Credentials: Sheri Vinson's Unexpected Calling to Writing In this episode of Created to Write , elementary school teacher Sheri Vinson shares how a simple search for the right Bible study resource turned into a divine assignment she never saw coming. Unable to find a workbook that let students discover biblical promises independently, Sheri did what every great Christian author...

From Survival to Story: Carol-Ann Fletcher's CourageousJourney into Faith-Based Writing In this episode of Created to Write , Tasmanian author and domestic violence advocate Carol-Ann Fletcher delivers one of the most courageous conversations we've had on the show. Carol-Ann's path into faith-based writing was forged through personal pain. Her history with abusive relationships and the...

In this episode of Created to Write , host Michelle Dennis Evans invites authors to bring their spiritual life into their creative process. She once laughed at herself mid-worship, realizing she'd assumed praying about her characters was too trivial to matter. Now she argues the opposite - inviting God into your writing isn't a meaningless add-on, it's a meaningful pursuit, especially...

From Journals to Jesus: Katherine Morton's Spirit-Led Journey into Christian Writing In this episode of Created to Write , Christian author Katherine Morton shares a writing origin story that will resonate with every writer who discovered their calling quietly, in the margins of everyday life. What began as journaling for stress relief gradually revealed itself as something much bigger: a divi...

From Maths Teacher to Self-Published Author: Ruth Embry's Unconventional Writing Journey. In this episode of Created to Write , Michelle sits down with Ruth Embry, whose path into Christian writing began not with a grand plan but with short weekly reflections for her local church. From that quiet beginning, Ruth grew into a self-published Christian author with her own professional imprint, Voi...

Stuck in an endless edit loop? Battling self-doubt every time you sit down to write? In this episode, Michelle Dennis Evans breaks down 10 essential principles every aspiring writer needs to conquer the blank page. Drawing from her own journey as a published author, she shares honest reflections and practical strategies for navigating the emotional and practical hurdles of the writing life. You'll...

In this episode of Created to Write , author Jeff Maxim shares how a real-world discovery of a Cold War facility sparked a debut novel and a writing life he never saw coming. His middle-grade novel Smoke and Mirrors is the kind of story only a curious mind could conjure, but Jeff is refreshingly honest about what it took to get there. He underestimated the technical discipline of Christian writing...

In this episode of Created to Write , author Jacquelane Cox shares a refreshingly honest look at what it means to pursue Christian writing as a divine calling rather than just acareer. Her first traditional publishing success came from a spontaneous conference pitch, a reminder to every Christian writer that preparation and opportunity have a habit ofcolliding when you least expect it. Jacquelane...

In this special 50th episode, host Michelle Dennis Evans celebrates fifty episodes of Created to Write and the vibrant community that has grown around it. From nervous first-time authors to seasoned novelists, the show has featured some of the most generous voices in Christian writing. Guests have shared lifelong dreams, wholesome fiction across every genre, personal testimonies, family stories, a...

In this episode of Created to Write , author coach Colin Murugiah shares a writing journey that began at fifteen and hasn't slowed down since. A sprawling, scripture-rooted adventure at the intersection of Christian writing and speculative fiction. Colin blends science fiction and fantasy to reflect biblical principles and the nature of God's kingdom, making him a distinctive voice in Christian cr...

In a fun twist, the tables turn this episode and Michelle Dennis Evans becomes the guest, giving listeners a rare, intimate look at the heart behind the host of Created to Write . Michelle writes young adult contemporary fiction that doesn't flinch. Her verse novel was inspired by a true maritime tragedy and the  Spiralling trilogy was born from a desire to explore redemption for girls navigating...

In this episode of Created to Write , we meet Maria Crane, author, educator, and a beautifully grounded voice in the Christian writing community whose creative process is as organic as it is intentional. Maria's portfolio spans children's literature, poetry, artwork and Christian devotionals - but it's her book Silver Song that stops you in your tracks. An autobiographical story written to help st...

In this episode of Created to Write , we meet Christine Dillon, a multi-genre Christian author, full-time missionary, and one of the most methodical voices in the Christian writing community. Christine's move into fiction was never part of the plan. She resisted novels for years until her background in oral storytelling gave her both the voice and the confidence to make the leap into contemporary...

Your Body Is Your Creative Vessel: Michelle Dennis Evans onWriter Health and Longevity In this episode of Created to Write , Michelle Dennis Evans tackles something most Christian writers ignore until it's too late - what prolonged sitting is doing to your body and your creativity. Drawing from her own past health crisis, Michelle makes acompelling case for disciplined self-care as part of every C...

In this episode of Created to Write , Christian author Roberta Brown opens up about one of the most raw and redemptive memoirs you'll encounter on A Mother's Wilderness Journey. Roberta's story is not for the faint-hearted. A widow raising eight children, fighting to save her daughter from drug addiction, navigating serious health battles, and through it all, documenting her faith-driven resilienc...

In this episode of Created to Write , Melbourne-based Christian author Simon Camilleri shares a writing journey that is as intentional as it is inspiring, rooted in fatherhood, rhythm, and a deep love for making faith accessible to children. Simon writes theologically grounded children's books designed to help parents introduce Christian faith and prayer in ways that are engaging, age-appropriate,...

In this episode of Created to Write , Michelle Dennis Evans tackles one of the most avoided conversations in the Christian writing community… how do you actually pay for your writing career? From editing costs to publishing expenses, the financial reality of being a Christian author is real. Michelle reframes it around creative stewardship - managing your time, energy and resources as gifts entrus...

In this episode of Created to Write , Christian author Susan J. Bruce takes us on a fascinating journey from veterinary science and science journalism to writing uplifting cozy mysteries that leave readers with hope, warmth, and a renewed sense of empathy. For anyone exploring writing, Susan's story is a masterclass in playing to your strengths. Her unique blend of theology, science, and storytell...

What separates writers who finish from writers who dream? According to writer and editor Kiara Thomas, it starts with one non-negotiable: you have to be a reader first. In this episode, Kiara brings sharp, experienced insight into the craft, from beating writer's block through meticulous planning and outlining (and why "pantsing" might be quietly sabotaging you), to her fascinating r...

In this special episode, host Michelle Dennis Evans gets personal, reflecting on her writing journey that began with a secret passion and survived the kind of discouragement that silences too many voices too soon. Michelle opens up about teachers who dismissed her creative efforts as immature and impractical, and the years she spent writing poetry in secret. Her story will resonate with every Chri...

Fantasy novelist Justice Tilsher didn't start with a keyboard; he started with a love of visual storytelling. In this episode, Justice traces his creative journey and delivers some of the most practical, faith-rooted writing advice you'll hear - stop measuring yourself against other authors and start measuring yourself against who you were yesterday. For writers stuck in the comparison tra...

Author and illustrator Alexia Macken left academia behind to follow her creative calling and she hasn't looked back. In this episode, Alexia walks us through her published works, from a practical discipleship guide for mothers to an illustrated children's book rooted in spiritual prophecy, proving that writers don't have to be boxed into one genre. For aspiring writers, this one's...