Do you want to write powerful fiction stories?
Do you want to write your novel, short story, YA book, or novella?
And do you want to do it all with Christ at the center?
Do you feel drawn to write a Christ-centered fiction story, without clichés or cheesiness?
Do you want to create characters that are believable and engaging?
Do you want to see your writing published in order to encourage and inspire others in their faith?
Do you want to create storylines that have powerful and effective structures?
What if you could break through trite sayings to share a rich story on the page?
What if you heard from an industry professional and learned about the book publishing world from the inside out?
What if you could learn how to craft a fiction structure that serves your story and engages your reader?
What if you could learn the tools you need to create believable characters?
That’s what the Writing with Grace Workshop
will do for you.
Yes! I’m ready to write powerful, engaging fiction!
I would tell anyone interested in writing that you need to do whatever it takes to sign up for a course with Ann Swindell. She is a gifted teacher who encourages students spiritually while developing their skills and growing their confidence. My life and journey as a writer has been forever transformed by Writing with Grace!
-Jillian, Writing with Grace student
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE
Writing with Grace
Fiction Writing Workshop
A three-hour workshop, taught by Ann Swindell.
The class is pre-recorded for students to watch and re-watch.
A live Q&A session with Ann on Thursday, November 21st at 1 pm EST (recorded for all students)!
An interview with Amanda Cleary Eastep, Senior Developmental Editor at Moody Publishers, and Author of the Tree Street Kids series.
The workshop will include:
Practical tools for how to craft a spiritually-rich, powerful story.
Insights into how to build a believable, authentic character
Insights into what editors are looking for in publishable books.
Options for how to structure a powerful fiction book.
The power of point of view and determining which point of view to utilize.
How tension propels forward momentum in your story, and how to create and build the elements of tension that are needed!
Writing prompts, exercises, and assignments to help you strengthen your writing during class time—leave with clear ways to move forward in writing your book!
You will also have the opportunity to reserve editorial feedback and a one-on-one coaching call with Ann.
Yes, I’m ready to WRITE the BOOK god has CALLED me TO!
(Don’t miss out; registration closes November 21st!)
M E E T A N N
Ann Swindell is a dynamic writer and teacher who helps others strengthen and sharpen their writing voice, ability, and craft. She has been writing professionally for over fifteen years, and her work has been featured in The Gospel Coalition, Risen Motherhood, Well Watered Women, (in)courage, Proverbs 31, Family Life, and multiple other publications. Her debut novel, Christmas in the Castle Library, released in October of 2024 with WhiteCrown and has been warmly received and praised, called “A brilliant debut novel” (Melody Carlson) and “entirely un-put-downable” (Jennifer Deibel), as well as “an enchanting tale of love, courage, and faith that is sure to touch every reader's heart” (Jamie Ogle).
Ann has also written a devotional entitled The Path to Peace, which released with Bethany House in May of 2022. Her first book, a spiritual memoir entitled Still Waiting, released with Tyndale House in 2017.
Ann holds an MA in Writing from DePaul University and an MFA in Creative Nonfiction Writing from Seattle Pacific University. She taught literary and creative writing courses at Wheaton College (IL) for five years as a college instructor before founding Writing with Grace in 2015. Her passion is to help other Christ-centered writers communicate clearly and powerfully as they seek to tell their own stories well.
You can get to know her more at www.annswindell.com.
Like a lot of people, it took a little courage to sign up for a writing class. It’s so easy for writing to be a thing that gets shoved in the shadows, but the Writing With Grace course was such an encouragement to take writing seriously, to consider it a calling, and approach with faith and gratitude. Ann’s gift of teaching shone through clearly as she shared both technical skills and spiritual wisdom. To be on the receiving end of such giftedness and God-centered encouragement was a great gift!
–Kristi, Writing with Grace student
Who is this Course for?
This course is for the Christian writer who wants to write her book and do so powerfully, beautifully, and effectively on the page.
It is for the person who loves words and is looking to take her writing the next level as a storyteller and truth-teller, and who wants to learn about the publishing industry from the inside-out.
FAQs
DO YOU HAVE TO BE A CHRISTIAN TO TAKE THIS class?
You do not need to be a Christian to take this course. However, Ann is a Christian and talks openly and consistently about her faith in Jesus and how that impacts the writing life. If that will make you uncomfortable, Writing with Grace probably isn’t the right course for you.
I’ve already started my Book. Is this course for me?
Yes! Ann has specifically set up this course for writers in the middle of book projects, as well as for those who are just coming to the table with their book idea. The tools and techniques used to write well are a foot wide but a mile deep, and this course will give you the opportunity to grow and strengthen your book writing skills, no matter where you’re starting from. Specific exercises and hand-crafted assignments will allow you to take your writing ability to the next level and make clear strides toward completing the book God has invited you to write.
IS THIS A LIVE WORKSHOP?
This is a recorded class that will enable you to watch and re-watch the course as many times as you like between now and May 31, 2025. There is a live Q&A with Ann on Thursday, November 21st at 1 pm EST.
I want to write my book, but I’m not sure I’m a writer. Is this course for me?
We won't sugarcoat it--writing is hard work! But it's the best kind of hard work, and the payoff of sharing your words with others is a gift.
The tools and techniques used to write well are a foot wide but a mile deep, and this course will give you the opportunity to grow and strengthen your book writing skills, no matter where you’re starting from.
What is the cost of this course?
This three-hour Writing with Grace Fiction Writing Worksop costs $137. You can choose to reserve the editorial feedback option and one-on-one coaching call for an additional price.
CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT THE EDITORIAL FEEDBACK OPTION AND ONE-ON-ONE COACHING CALLS THAT ANN IS OFFERING?
If you join the Writing with Grace Workshop, you will also have the chance to reserve an editorial feedback slot and a coaching call with Ann. These are optional but can only be reserved by students taking the course, and they are very limited in number.
Editorial feedback option: If you reserve the editorial feedback option, Ann will edit and
(lovingly!) critique your writing (of up to 1000 words of text) for you. Along with content editing, the feedback Ann gives will include a paragraph of encouragement, challenge, and insight for how to move forward with your particular piece. The editorial feedback will be done via email, and your feedback will be sent to you in a Word Document or PDF file. Your piece will need to be sent in by January 31, 2025; Ann will return her feedback to you no later than the end of April 2025.
One-on-One Coaching Call: If you reserve the editorial feedback and the coaching call, Ann will edit and critique your piece (see above), and she will also schedule a 50-minute coaching session to talk with you about your story, writing goals, and next steps. You and Ann will find a mutually convenient time to talk; all coaching calls will be completed by the end of May 2025.
How Long is Registration Open?
Registration for this course is only open until November 21st, and it won’t be offered again for over a year. If you want to secure a spot, please make sure to sign up now!
I KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD LOVE THIS COURSE! CAN I GIVE WRITING WITH GRACE AS A GIFT?
Yes! Do you have a writer in your life who would love the Writing with Grace course? Do you want to encourage them in their dream of writing their story? What a wonderful gift to give! Simply sign up for the gift option at checkout and follow the instructions. You can also print the gift certificate located here.
I STILL HAVE A QUESTION!
Email ann@writingwithgrace.com for any further questions.
YES, I’M READY TO WRITE MY BOOK!
(Don’t wait; registration closes November 14th.)
I cannot tell you how helpful Writing with Grace was and well worth every penny of the cost. Ann offered guidance, tools, practical tips and resources based on education, experience, and connections. It felt tailor-made for me!
-Andrea, Writing with Grace student“Ann is a thoughtful, engaging teacher who brings fresh insight to her courses. I’ve attended two online classes taught by Ann, and as a fellow writer, I’ve been consistently impressed by her vast knowledge in both the technical and creative aspects of writing. Recently I had an article published by a popular national site thanks to her insight. I can’t recommend Ann more highly!”
-Ashley, Writing with Grace student
INVESTMENT
Similar workshops offered at colleges and universities cost hundreds to thousands of dollars, but the Writing with Grace Workshop gives you the gift of getting to learn high-level writing skills, insights and tools at home for a fraction of that cost. You also have access to Ann and will hear from an industry professional who will share about the publishing world from the inside out!
Writing with Grace Workshop: $137
Writing with Grace Workshop + Editorial Feedback: $257
Writing with Grace Workshop + Editorial Feedback + One-on-One Coaching Call: $387
If a payment plan over two or three months would make this course feasible for you, don’t hesitate to reach out, and we will get you squared away! ann@writingwithgrace.com
Once you sign up, you will receive an email confirming your purchase of the course within 24 hours. Please make sure your email is typed in correctly—this email secures your spot in class, and you will receive another email by November 21st with all of your login information for the workshop.
If you have any problems or do not receive an email after securing your spot, contact ann@writingwithgrace.com.