Story Embers Podcast
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsA podcast dedicated to guiding and inspiring Christian storytellers to glorify God with excellent craftsmanship. Tune in every third Monday of the month as podcast host James Noller and various members of the Story Embers staff discuss topics from all areas of story craft. Whether it’s writing habits, character development, complex themes, or plot gimmicks, we’ll be tackling all that and more from a Christian perspective on the Story Embers podcast!
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Creating Nail-Biting Cliffhangers
April 15, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBCliffhangers entice you to turn pages long into the night. But how do you write in a thrilling way that avoids disappointment and boredom? What actually keeps readers invested in a story when they encounter a dangling plot point? In today’s episode, Josiah, Mariposa, and Daeus show you how to engage readers with scenes that close at a nerve-wracking moment and later reach a satisfying conclusion. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to e...
How Should Christian Writers View Fame and Success?
March 18, 2024 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBWe live in a world that’s become increasingly focused on fame, and “success” for a writer means having thousands of followers, signing with a large publisher, and hitting the bestseller list. The goal is to be in the spotlight and make a hefty income. But, as Christians, we write for God’s glory, not our own. Knowing this, we wrestle with moral questions about our dreams and ambitions. What if we want to be published by the Big Five? How do we grow an audience but not our pride? If we’re n...
#69: How to Become a Servant-Hearted Writer
January 15, 2024 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBJesus said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” As writers who intend for others to read our work, we desire to be leaders, and as Christians that means we must lay ourselves down and seek to serve our audiences. But what does the application of that look like? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus unpack the motivations and actions of a servant-hearted writer, why it’s such an important mindset to have, and how building relationships with readers can ...
How to Become a Servant-Hearted Writer
January 15, 2024 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBJesus said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” As writers who intend for others to read our work, we desire to be leaders, and as Christians that means we must lay ourselves down and seek to serve our audiences. But what does the application of that look like? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus unpack the motivations and actions of a servant-hearted writer, why it’s such an important mindset to have, and how building relationships with readers can ...
#68: Writing Stories That Celebrate Wholeness and Human Flourishing
December 18, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBLike Tolkien’s depiction of The Shire, portraying moments of warmth and joy can be a powerful way to convey that Christ’s path is vastly different from the darkness in the world. How can showing characters’ potential to thrive give hope to readers? And how can writers do that while still being honest about sin and the hardships we all go through? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus explore the concept of wholeness, its importance within fiction, and whether hope comes from waiting for heaven...
Writing Stories That Celebrate Wholeness and Human Flourishing
December 18, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBLike Tolkien’s depiction of The Shire, portraying moments of warmth and joy can be a powerful way to convey that Christ’s path is vastly different from the darkness in the world. How can showing characters’ potential to thrive give hope to readers? And how can writers do that while still being honest about sin and the hardships we all go through? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus explore the concept of wholeness, its importance within fiction, and whether hope comes from waiting for heaven...
#68: Writing Stories that Celebrate Wholeness and Human Flourishing
December 18, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBLike Tolkein’s depiction of The Shire, showing what wholeness and human flourishing is like can be a powerful way to contrast how Jesus’ path is vastly different to the darkness in the world. In what ways is showing the potential for human flourishing and wholeness important to give hope to readers? And how can we do that while still being honest about darkness and the hardships we all go through? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus explore the concept of wholeness, its importance within fic...
A Writer's Role in the Body of Christ
November 20, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBWhat role does a writer play as a member of Christ’s Body? How do we respect others and their gifts, even when their purpose looks vastly different from ours? And how do we respond when we feel like our value is misunderstood? Listen as Josiah, Gabby, and Daeus tease out where our identity comes from, how our actions involve much more than simply the task of writing, and how we can be a blessing to others both within the Body of Christ and outside it. Show notes: - Comment on this episode...
Writing Short Stories as Preparation for Writing Novels
October 17, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBShort stories. Famous writers throughout the ages constantly attribute their growth as writers to beginning with these shorter works. But are short stories all that relevant for a modern novelist? They are different forms of writing, after all. Listen as Lori, Mariposa, and Daeus discuss how short stories have (or haven’t) helped them, when a writer is ready to begin longer works, and how to hone your craft using short stories. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Becom...
Short Stories as Preparation for Writing Novels
October 17, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBFamous writers throughout the ages attribute their growth to short stories. But is this literary form relevant to modern novelists? Listen as Lori, Mariposa, and Daeus discuss how short stories have (or haven’t) helped them, when a writer is ready to begin longer works, and how to hone your craft using short stories. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers)...
Who Is Your Story for?
September 18, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBNo matter what you’re writing, your book is meant for someone, whether yourself or a specific group of people. But at what point should you decide who your target audience is? And how does that choice affect your writing process? In today’s episode, Lori, Mariposa, and Daeus dive into these questions and discuss Christian vs. secular audiences, when writing for yourself is helpful, and more. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusiv...
Who Is My Story For?
September 18, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBNo matter what you’re writing, you’re writing for someone, whether it’s for yourself or for a large public audience. But at what point should you decide what group of people you are writing for? And how does that choice affect your writing process? In today’s episode, Lori, Mariposa, and Daeus dive into the question of audience and discuss Christian vs secular audiences, when it’s helpful to write for yourself, and more. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a suppor...
Finding Unique and Surprising Plots
August 21, 2023 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBWhat keeps a reader turning page after page? Unique and surprising plot twists. But how do you pull them off? In today’s episode, Lori, Mariposa, and Daeus give practical and inspiring advice to superpower your ability to create plot twists that shock and delight again and again. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers) Music credits: Positive Motivation - ...
Creating Tragic Heroes
July 17, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBSome of the most memorable, enduring literature portrays tragic heroes and deep, powerful themes. So how can you depict these characters from a Christian perspective? In today’s episode, Lori, Gabby, and Josiah discuss negative arcs and give insightful advice on how to write the climax of a tragic arc. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers) Music credits:...
Can Christians Fit into Genre Boxes?
June 19, 2023 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHuman beings were created by God as unique individuals and have been given the ability to create. So where do we find the balance between creating something completely new and original, and fitting in with today’s publishing world? Genre expectations are deeply established, but if God has called us to explore new directions within our work, how can we navigate that and still have a publishing career? In today’s episode, Josiah, Lori, and Gabby share clear and practical thoughts that illu...
Drawing Themes from Your Own Life
May 15, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBYou’ve probably heard the saying that “someone who wants to write a great story must first live a great story.” But how do you tackle the questions and struggles you’ve faced through your characters and plot? Where should you draw the line between fiction and reality? In today’s episode, Lori, Gabby, and Josiah discuss a big topic: how writers can find inspiration in their own personal stories while still being servant-hearted. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a...
Drawing Themes From Your Own Life
May 15, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIs it said that “someone who wants to write a great story must first live a great story”. But how do we tackle the questions and struggles we’ve faced within our characters and our stories? Where do we draw the line between fiction and reality? In today’s episode, Lori, Gabby, and Josiah discuss a big topic: how we as writers can find inspiration from our own personal stories within our fiction while still being servant-hearted. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become ...
April Update from the Story Embers Podcast
April 18, 2023 01:00 - 1 minute - 992 KBWe're taking a break for the month of April due to some technical challenges, but we'll be back on May 15th for a brand new episode of the Story Embers Podcast. In the meantime, check out our upcoming Riveting Revisions summit to supercharge your editing process on April 27-29: https://storyembers.org/summit/. Support the show
Chapters, Scenes, and Pacing
March 20, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBHow do you structure a chapter? Where should a scene start and end? In today’s episode, Gabby, Daeus, and Hope dive into the fundamentals of crafting chapters and scenes, including choosing the right pacing to create powerful effects. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! Music credits: Positive Motivation - Purple Planet Music (https://www.purple-planet.com/) Support the show
Sympathetic Villains and Antiheroes
February 20, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBHow can you approach sympathetic villains and antiheroes from a Christian perspective, especially in our modern culture? In today’s episode, Gabby, Hope, and Daeus give inspiring and thought-provoking advice on how to make a villain relatable without condoning his actions. They also explain how the Apostle Peter demonstrates that antiheroes need to be explored as much as heroes and villains. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive...
Make Your Writing Goals for 2023
January 16, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBDo you want to supercharge your writing habits during the new year? In today’s episode, Daeus, Hope, and Gabby give their top tips for setting writing goals that will help you maintain a consistent schedule no matter how busy your life is. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers) Music credits: Positive Motivation - Purple Planet Music (https://www.purple-...
Taking Stock: Reflecting on Advent and the Season of Hope
December 19, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this special episode, we’re taking a step back to think about Christmas. Traditionally, this is a season of anticipation for the future and remembering the long wait for a Savior. Lori, Josiah, and Mariposa discuss how to cope with seasons of waiting as writers and how to find time to rest during the holidays. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! (https://storyembers.org/?p=155968) - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https...
Reflecting on Advent and the Season of Hope
December 19, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIn this special episode, we’re taking a step back to think about Christmas. Traditionally, this is a season of anticipation for the future and remembering the long wait for a Savior. Lori, Josiah, and Mariposa discuss how to cope with seasons of waiting as writers and how to find time to rest during the holidays. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers) Mus...
What Are You Consuming?
November 21, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBHow does the content you digest affect your writing? How can you be more intentional about what’s influencing your stories? In today’s episode, Lori, Mariposa, and Josiah discuss practical ways they use their favorite books to deepen their works-in-progress and how you can tell if your latest read is damaging your creative process. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.c...
How to Show and Not Tell the Gospel in Fiction
October 17, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB“Show, don’t tell” is a common writing mantra, but can it extend to how the gospel influences your fiction? What are some practical ways you can allude to God’s reality without becoming preachy? In today’s episode, Mariposa, Josiah, and Lori discuss how characters’ actions can point to Christ, as well as the purpose of writers within the broader context of the church. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! (SE Podcast #55: How to Show and Not Tell the Gospel in Fiction - Story ...
Why Sacrifice Is Key to a Meaningful Story
September 19, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBThe most powerful stories end with a sacrifice. But why does that theme resonate with readers? In today’s episode, Martin, Lori, and Daeus discuss why sacrifice is vital to the protagonist’s growth and how you can craft an impactful scene. Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! (https://storyembers.org/?p=150718) - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, and more! (https://www.patreon.com/storyembers) Music credits: Positive Motivation - Purp...
Why Sacrifice is Key to a Meaningful Story
September 19, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBThe most powerful stories we read end with a powerful sacrifice. But why does the theme of sacrifice resonate with us? Why does sacrifice make a story meaningful? In today’s episode, Martin, Lori, and Daeus discuss why sacrifice is so vital in the journey of a protagonist, and how you can craft impactful moments of sacrifice within your story. Listen to the conversation below Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! (https://storyembers.org/?p=150718) - Become a supporter and get ...
The Bible's Impact on Writing
August 15, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn today’s episode, Martin, Lori, and Daeus share the various ways Scripture has influenced their creative choices as storytellers and deepened their work. How does the Bible model the kinds of stories we want to tell? And how does the truth contained within our favorite verses seep into our fiction? Show notes: - Comment on this episode on our blog! (SE Podcast #53: The Bible’s Impact on Writing - Story Embers) - Become a supporter and get access to exclusive Story Embers updates, swag, an...
Interview with Sara Ella about Coral
July 18, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBWelcome to a special edition of our podcast in conjunction with our article series and book study on Sara Ella’s Coral. Today Brianna Storm Hilvety, Mariposa Aristeo, and James Noller sit down with the author to discuss her experience while writing the novel. Sara gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what inspired her ideas and explains how she balanced sensitive issues like depression and suicide with her love of fairy tales. Show notes: - For more book promotion and platform help, listen ...
Making Large Changes During Revisions
June 20, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBEdits that affect your entire manuscript can be daunting. How do you know what to change, when to change it, and whether you’ve fixed the problem? In today’s episode, Martin, Lori, and Daeus discuss how to manage large-scale revisions and find the motivation to edit when you’re overwhelmed. Show notes: - For more book promotion and platform help, listen to the Novel Marketing Podcast! (https://www.authormedia.com/novel-marketing/) - Comment on this episode on our blog! (https://storyember...
Reflecting on Four Years of Story Embers
April 23, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBIn today’s episode, the panelists celebrate Story Embers’ fourth anniversary with a walk down memory lane and a heartfelt goodbye to current podcast host, Grace Livingston. Josiah, Daeus, and Grace reminisce about Story Embers’ development from a daring concept to the site’s launch in 2018, and Lori shares how our mission drew her in years later. They reflect on how Story Embers has shaped them personally, grown their knowledge of storytelling, and more. Show notes: - For more book promot...
How to Avoid Forgettable Themes
March 21, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn today’s episode, Josiah, Daeus, and Lori tackle a common storytelling obstacle: forgettable themes. They discuss examples of underwhelming themes, propose possible causes, and give advice on how to ensure that your story’s theme is relatable and impactful. Show notes: - For more book promotion and platform help, listen to the Novel Marketing Podcast! (https://www.authormedia.com/novel-marketing/) - Learn more about The Resonant Themes Summit--registration closes April 17th! (https://sto...
Embracing Your Inner Creativity
February 21, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBEngaging fiction comes from a fountain of creativity within the author, but ideas gush out more fluidly on some days than others. In today’s episode, Josiah, Mariposa, and Lori share the habits that keep their imaginations primed for use and give tips to help other writers through dry spells. Show notes: - For more book promotion and platform help, listen to the Novel Marketing Podcast! (https://www.authormedia.com/novel-marketing/) - Read Lori's article "5 Classroom Techniques Writers Can...
Does God Call People to Write?
January 17, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBSome authors write because it’s a calling—others write just for the joy of it. In today’s episode, Daeus, Rose, and Martin share what motivates each of them as authors and discuss what it means to be “called” to write. They talk about the importance of understanding your own motivations as a storyteller and give practical tips for deciding what place writing holds in your life. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - ...
Why Writers Should Read Widely
December 20, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBAs the old saying goes, good writers are good readers first. But what books should writers be reading? In today’s episode, Josiah, Mariposa, and Lori talk about the importance of exploring genres outside the ones they write in and the lessons they’ve learned when doing so. They also give practical tips on how you can expand your own reading selections. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - For more book promotion a...
How to Subtly and Effectively Speak Truth in Fiction
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThe fourth resolution of our manifesto states, "We resolve to infuse our storytelling with truth, being bold and unafraid of our stance while presenting it with love and tact, recognizing that truth in storytelling is best communicated when shown, not told." Telling the truth in love is a common mantra in Christian circles. But how do you apply it to fiction, and what does it look like in practice? Josiah, Daeus, Rose, and Martin tackle these questions and more in today’s episode. What top...
Speaking Truth in Stories Without Beating Readers Over the Head
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThe fourth resolution of our manifesto states, "We resolve to infuse our storytelling with truth, being bold and unafraid of our stance while presenting it with love and tact, recognizing that truth in storytelling is best communicated when shown, not told." Telling the truth in love is a common mantra in Christian circles. But how do you apply it to fiction, and what does it look like in practice? Josiah, Daeus, Rose, and Martin tackle these questions and more in today’s episode. What top...
Children’s Fiction
October 18, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn today’s episode, Josiah joins staff members Mariposa and Lori as they take an in-depth look at kidlit. They discuss what makes the genre unique, how the age of your audience affects the writing process, and the lessons authors of any genre can learn from children’s stories. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Access our FREE Cultivating a Mindset for Success e-course! (https://storyembers.org/academy/) - Meet Lo...
Portraying Doubting or "Deconstructing" Christians in Stories
September 20, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB"Deconstruction" has become a popular term online over the past year to describe those who are rejecting some Christian beliefs and seeking new answers. While "deconstructing" may be a new term, there have always been people who doubt what they believe, and in today’s episode, Josiah DeGraaf, Daeus Lamb, Rose Sheffler, and Martin Detwiler discuss the importance of portraying doubting or “deconstructing” Christians in fiction. Is it important to portray doubting believers in your stories? Wh...
Crafting Unique Villains
August 16, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn today’s episode, Josiah, Hope, and Gabby discuss how writers can create unique and interesting villains. They share their favorite examples of memorable villains, warn against common pitfalls writers encounter when crafting attention-grabbing villains, and debate whether or not a villain can be too unique. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Learn more about The School of Kingdom Writers and join the movement! ...
What The Chosen Gets Right About Christian Storytelling
July 19, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBLast year several Story Embers staff members watched the first season of The Chosen together. In this episode, Josiah, Rolena, and Daeus discuss what they loved about the series and what advice Christian storytellers can draw from it. What made the show’s characters so memorable and its thematic moments so poignant? What can authors learn from The Chosen about portraying representations of Christ in their stories? Show notes: - Learn more about The School of Kingdom Writers and join the mov...
What The Chosen Gets Right about Christian Storytelling
July 19, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBLast summer, several Story Embers staff members watched the first season of The Chosen together. In this episode, Josiah, Rolena, and Daeus discuss what they loved about the series and the techniques Christian storytellers can draw from it. What made the show’s characters so memorable and its thematic moments so poignant? What can authors learn from The Chosen about portraying representations of Christ in their stories? They tackle these questions and more in today's episode. Show notes: - ...
The Power of Point of View
June 21, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn today’s episode, Josiah, Hope, and Gabby tackle the strengths and weaknesses of different POVs and explore how a character’s perspective impacts readers’ relationship with the story. They share their personal preferences and give tips on how to choose the right POV character for your story. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Learn more about The School of Kingdom Writers and join the movement! (https://sokw.org...
Choosing the Right Themes to Write About
May 17, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBFinding the right theme to explore in a story can be a struggle. How can you make sure your theme is deep instead of shallow? What are some common mistakes writers make when selecting themes? Josiah, Rolena, and Daeus tackle these questions and more on today’s episode. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Learn more about The School of Kingdom Writers and join the movement! (https://sokw.org/) - Comment on this epi...
Overcoming the Sagging Middle
April 19, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBThe second act is notoriously difficult for many writers—how can you keep your story’s middle engaging while progressing the plot at the correct pace? Hope, Josiah, and Gabrielle give tips on how to remedy a sagging second act and discuss how writers can ensure that every scene in the story’s middle is essential. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Learn more about The School of Kingdom Writers and join the movemen...
Crafting Irresistible Plot Conflicts
March 15, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBSome stories have conflict that immediately grabs readers while others fall flat. In this episode, Josiah, Rolena, and Daeus discuss their favorite examples of engaging conflict and offer tips on how to build up to those moments. Listen to their conversation below! What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Access our FREE Cultivating a Mindset for Success e-course: (https://storyembers.org/resource-library/) - Comment on...
Everything You Need to Know About Worldbuilding
February 15, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBToday Josiah, Rolena, Daeus, and Hope tackle the ins and outs of effective worldbuilding. They discuss common worldbuilding mistakes they’ve seen authors make and give tips on how to introduce worldbuilding to readers without info-dumping. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Access our FREE Wordbuilding Questionnaire and other resources: (https://storyembers.org/mindset/) - Daeus's article "How to Create Original S...
What Professional Editing Is Like
January 18, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBToday Josiah, Brianna, and Gabrielle share their experiences with professional editing and how it has helped them grow as writers. They debunk common misconceptions that writers have about working with a professional editor and discuss the advantages of hiring one. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Have your work sharpened by Story Embers' recommended editor: (https://www.theliterarycrusader.com/welcome.html) - ...
An In-Depth Look at Professional Editing
January 18, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBToday Josiah, Brianna, and Gabrielle share their experiences with professional editing and how it has helped them grow as writers. They debunk common misconceptions that writers have about working with a professional editor and discuss the advantages of hiring one. What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Have your work sharpened by Story Embers' recommended editor: (https://www.theliterarycrusader.com/welcome.html) - ...
Demystifying Subtext
December 21, 2020 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBToday Josiah, Rolena, Daeus, and Hope tackle one of the most powerful tools in a writer’s arsenal: subtext. What is it? Why is it important? What do you lose when your story lacks it? What topics would you like to hear discussed on the podcast? Let us know at [email protected]! Show notes: - Download our FREE How to Weave Christian Themes into Your Story worksheet: (https://storyembers.org/resource-library/) - Comment on this episode on our blog: (https://storyembers.org/se-podcast-34...