Do you want to be a more powerful, precise writer?
Do you want to be able to write with skill, power, and purpose?
And do you want to do it all with Christ at the center?
Do you want to know how to immerse your reader in the story you’re writing?
Do you want to share the truth of the Gospel on the page with winsomeness?
Do you want to be able to write with precision and clarity?
Do you want to develop a writing voice that draws others in?
What if you had the tools to know how to drop your reader into a story she can’t pull herself away from?
What if you could learn how to craft paragraphs and sentences that flow beautifully (and don’t sound clunky or unclear)?
What if you felt confident about your writing voice and how to develop it?
What if you could share your story in a way that packs a punch every time?
That’s what the Writing with Grace
Advanced Writing Workshop
will do for you.
Yes! I’m ready to level-up my writing skills!
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
ADVANCED Writing Workshop
A three-hour workshop, taught by Ann Swindell.
The class is pre-recorded for students to watch and re-watch beginning March 22nd, 2025.
An interview with Catherine Parks, Acquisitions Editor at Moody Publishers.
A live Q&A session with Ann on Tuesday, March 25th at 1 pm EST (recorded for all students)!
The workshop will include:
Tools for clarifying your calling as a writer, and what that means for your day-to-day life.
Practical tools for how to develop your presence on the page.
Insights into how to take your writing from run-of-the-mill to powerful and distinctive.
Options for how to develop rhythm and pacing in your work on both the global and sentence level.
How to incorporate dialogue that truly transforms your storytelling, whether for nonfiction or fiction work.
Utilizing poetic elements to level-up your prose.
Writing prompts, exercises, and assignments to help you write during class time—leave with new skills and tools for moving forward!
You will also have the opportunity to reserve editorial feedback and a one-on-one coaching call with Ann.
Yes, I’m ready to strengthen and sharpen my writing!
(Don’t miss out; registration closes March 20th!)
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 take her writing to the next level of excellence, beauty, and power.
It is for the person who loves words and is looking to practically grow 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 WANT TO GROW AS A WRITER AND SHARE IT WITH OTHERS, BUT I’M NERVOUS ABOUT IT. IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR ME?
If you’re willing to work, definitely! The Writing with Grace Advanced Writing Workshop is a wonderful place to dive in if you know you’re supposed to share about what the Lord has done in your life but you’ve got cold feet. It can feel intimidating to share our stories on the page and send it out into the world, especially if we aren’t confident about our writing skills. But if you’ve been feeling that nudge from the Lord, don’t hold back any longer—obey! In this workshop, Ann will break down the components of writing into powerful, clear steps. You’ll leave equipped to write with more precision, purpose, and direction moving forward!
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.
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 October 31, 2025. There is also a bonus recorded Q&A with Ann that you will have access to!
I’VE BEEN WRITING FOR AWHILE. HOW WILL THIS WORKSHOP HELP ME?
First of all, way to go! Writing and sharing your work is beautiful, hard work. Ann has been writing professionally for over a fifteen years, and she knows that it’s not for the faint of heart! If you’re wanting to take your writing to the next step by growing in the technical and artistic craft of writing, this workshop is going to provide you with the insights and tools that you need to do just that. And as Ann has discovered in her years of writing, there’s always new ways to grow, because good writing is a foot wide but a mile deep. In this workshop, Ann will help you take your words and story to the next level as you grow in your skill as a writer.
What is the cost of this course?
This three-hour Writing with Grace Advanced 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 purchase the Writing with Grace Advanced Writing 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 up to 1000 words of your writing. Along with content editing, the feedback Ann gives will include a paragraph of encouragement, challenge, and insight for how to move forward with your book. 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 May 15th; Ann will return her feedback to you no later than the end of July 2025.
One-on-One Coaching Calls: 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 fifty-minute coaching session to talk with you about your 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 August 2025.
How Long is Registration Open?
Registration for this course is only open until March 20th, 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 STRENGTHEN AND SHARPEN MY WRITING!
(Don’t wait; registration closes March 20th!)
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 March 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.