Ginger’s Creative Corner

There is an art to writing your book’s antagonist, and it’s one that will make or break your story. The quickest way for a story to collapse is by having an underdeveloped villain. Today, we’re tackling the types of evil present in stories and how to write them well! Here at Ginger’s Creative Corner, we are nerdy Christian storytellers dedicated to helping others create high-quality fiction that w...

Historically, romance has been the bestselling genre in entertainment. It doesn’t matter if it’s a book, movie, oreven a game, people love romance in their stories. Unfortunately, explicit scenes are prevalent in our entertainment, and where do we as Christian storytellersdraw the line? Do we show intimacy on screen? Do we make it a crucial part of the storyline and themes? Let’s discuss! Here at...

Writing is largely a solo adventure—until it’s not. You’ve hidden away, hunched over your computer for ages, and now it’s time to get feedback. Your family and friends aren’t interested, so you turn to the dreaded internet. But where to begin? How do you find people that are interested and helpful? First, there are a few things you need to make sure you have in place before searching for writing b...

Part of author culture is finding critique buddies for manuscript swaps, but this can be a problem if you don’tknow how to give a proper critique. It is far more than saying what you liked and didn’t like (that’s for beta readers). If you can’t give useful feedback, you’re going to have a hard time keeping critique buddies, and you won’t be able to discern what feedback you receive is useful or no...

If you are a writer who is struggling to retain readers, look no further! There are mainly six reasons why you may find that readers are ghosting you, and while you can’t fix people’scommunication issues, you can fix who you’re giving your book to, your behavior, and, most of all, your manuscript.  Here at Ginger’s Creative Corner, we are nerdy Christian storytellers dedicated to helping others cr...

I read many manuscripts, especially opening chapters, last year and noticed a trend among mistakes made by writers. In this video, I’ve narrowed them down to seven main issues, and I discuss why they are a problem. The good news is that if you find that your book is guilty of one of these mistakes, you’re not doomed. They can easily be fixed with some rewrites! Here at Ginger’s Creative Corner, we...

As Christian storytellers, we want to make sure that our narratives are biblically responsible, and a lot of that dependson the characters, their actions, and the consequences of those decisions. With this in mind, are morally gray characters okay for Christians to write? What makes a responsible narrative versus a dangerous one? 00:00 Intro 00: 41 What is Morally Gray? 01:32 Why We Need Flawed Pr...

Many writers interchange the terms “synopsis” and “blurbs,” but these are two distinct files every writer needs. Whether you are planning to publish traditionally or to indie publish, you’ll want to have these handy—and your logline memorized! 00:00 Intro 00:30 Why You Need a Synopsis 01:21 What is a Synopsis? 02:02 How to Format a Synopsis 06:25 What is a Blurb? 09:53 Blurb Writing Advice 12:15 L...

One of the biggest frustrations I had as a young writer was receiving the feedback “you need to show, not tell,”and no one would explain what that meant! If you’ve found yourself in a similar situation, this video is for you! Here I break down the major areas where writers tend to “tell” instead of show, what that looks like, and how tofix it. You can check out the free tier of my Substack for the...

Where do creative ideas come from? This is a mystery for many people, especially aspiring storytellers. The good newsis that there’s no special trick to finding inspiration for your books, comics, films, or games. Today, we have outlined five major ways (no gimmicks required) that we will the endless well of creativity, and you can draw from it too! 00:00 Intro 00:33 The Practical 05:24 The Inspir...

Once upon a time the fantasy and science fiction genres entertained opposite crowds. One inspired whimsy and thefantastical, the other explored hard science and the future of humanity. No longer must the two be at war—with the sci-fantasy genre, storytelling options are limitless! Here are some reasons we love reading and writing the science-fantasy genre, and why you may too! 00:00 Intro 00:19 Ar...

It’s time for the 2025 reading wrap-up! Out of 25 books read this year, 14 make my recommendation list (plus one bonus video game)! If you’re a lookingfor books a Chrisitan can read in good conscious, look no further. The list spans Middle Grade, Young Adult, Adult, and non-fiction. (This is not a list of new releases, simply what I read this year.) 25 books not enough for you? I also provide reso...

Many Christian artists have a hard time navigating character art and what makes the difference between an attractive character and a sexualized one. If you grew up in a toxic purityculture or one that was overly sexual, this can make the issue even muddier. If this is something your struggle with, then this is the video for you! 00:00 Intro (Beauty isn’t a Sin) 04:53 Difference Between Attractive...

There is much to be said about non-human species in fantasy and sci-fi stories, but as a creative community, have we crossed the line? As Christian creators and consumers, should we be indulging in these stories, or is there something more sinister in these romances? 00:00 Intro- What is Strange Flesh? 06:33 The Allegorical Problem 08:16 Human Plus 10:00 Beautiful Monsters 15:07 Monster Romances 1...

Demons, monsters, dragons, oh my! What’s a Christian to do with these elements in our fiction? Many Christians have a problem with demons, monsters, and even dragons because they see these elements as evil andthey assume that the story promotes evil. While this can be the case this isn’t always the case. Many Christians outright cast aside stories with the mere mention of one of these elements in...

One of the biggest mistakes indie authors make is rushing to publish their book. We all want to get our work outinto the world but doing this too soon can do us (and readers) a disservice. There are several good reasons to wait, and I speak from personal experience! ****** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GingersCreativeCorner Substack: https://gingerscreativecorner.substack.com/ ****** Website:...

Today we’re here to talk about the satanic panic, DND, anddiscernment. TTRPG games have never been able to shake the bad rap it got in the 1980s, but is this for good reason? We discuss table top games as a whole, the pitfalls, and whether it’s safe for Christians to play. (There’s also a call to action for you viewers!)   00:00 Intro 00:43 What are TTRPGs? 02:05 The Satanic Panic 05:45 TTRPG’s St...

Violence in media has been a hot topic for quite a while in both the secular and Christian communities. Is violent material something Christians should avoid in their books, games, and shows? Or does it have a necessary place in our stories? If so, is there a line between what is beneficial and what is corrupting?   References: ●        Violence in the media: Psychologists study potentialharmful e...

Our creative ability is a God-given talent, and it’s one that should be looked at properly. Not only are creatives gifted at bringing beauty and stories into the world, but they also fill a unique leadership role. This role as a leader is one that many artists and writers don’t consider, but it’s one that is a powerful source for good or evil.   Being a leader is a heavy mantle that Christians sho...

Here we discuss the last three stages of getting your novel ready for publication: line edits, copy edits, and proofreading. Editing in this order allows you to streamline your writing process, saving you time and money in the process. If you are an indie author, you need to know all three of these steps. If you are going to traditionally publish, you’ll need to line edit. ****** Patreon: https://...

Whether you call it developmental, substantive, or content editing, this is going to be your first stage of editing your novel. But what does it look like? What should you be concerned about at this stage? Here I give some tips to save you time and potentially money when getting your book ready for publication. ****** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GingersCreativeCorner Substack: https://ginge...

One of the biggest obstacles to publishing a book is actually writing the thing! Many creatives have amazing ideas, but they can't seem to get their story down from beginning to end. Here I give some easy tips so you can finally type "The End."   ****** Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/GingersCreativeCorner Substack: https://gingerscreativecorner.substack.com/ ****** Website: www.gingerscreative...

Welcome to part two of our five-part series on how to complete your novel! Writing a book isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of time, dedication, and planning. Whether you’ve written several books or are writing one for the first time, the process ofwriting is ever-changing. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to creating a book, and it’s all about figuring out what process works be...

Welcome to part one of our five-part series on how to complete your novel! Writing a book isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of time, dedication, and planning. Whether you’ve written several books or are writing one for the first time, the process ofwriting is ever-changing. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to creating a book, and it’s all about figuring out what process works be...

Many people set off to write a book, and most of them never finish it! You can be someone who defies the odds and sees a novel to completion by following these 6 steps.