In this episode of Created to Write, Christian author Penny Reeve shares what it means to pursue faith-driven, God-led writing with purpose. A prolific children’s writer across picture books, junior fiction and YA, Penny is passionate about telling stories that explore big truths of faith and make lasting Kingdom impact.

Writing under multiple names yet guided by one mission — to honour God — she unpacks her creative process of creating with God, embracing silence, strategic stillness and space for divine inspiration. She also speaks honestly about discouragement in publishing, closed doors, and the importance of returning your work to God for confirmation and strength within the community.

With a refreshing message of “presence before platform,” Penny challenges Christian writers to prioritise obedience over visibility, trusting God to open the right doors.

Listen now if you're passionate about faith, Christian writing, Kingdom storytelling, and writing that transforms lives, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

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In this episode, we sit down with Chrissy Garwood, a Tasmanian Christian author and school chaplain who's spent decades weaving faith into storytelling. Once convinced that serious Christians skipped fiction, she now crafts truth-filled tales in romantic suspense and middle grade and young adult fantasy. As a neurodivergent rule keeper, her work probes the clash of light and dark, and the redemptive spark when saints meet sinners.

Chrissy opens up about her 2021 writer's block breakthrough, when God nudged her to just type by transcribing a dusty 1989 manuscript, reigniting her creativity. Drawing from her chaplain role, she runs a student writing group tackling life's tough themes through stories. Her advice to fellow Christian writers is to build a supportive tribe that champions your calling—and don't forget, writing should be fun!

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In this episode of Created to Write, host Michelle Dennis Evans explores one of the most debated topics in the writing world: pantser vs plotter. Are you someone who carefully outlines every chapter, or do you prefer to write freely and let the story unfold?

More importantly, how does your God-given creativity shape the way you write?

Whether you are a Christian writer, aspiring author, or creative storyteller, this episode will help you discover your natural writing style while learning to partner with God in the process. Michelle shares her personal journey of struggling with rigid, school-style plotting and how she learned to trust the way God designed her mind to create.

If you have ever felt stuck on a blank page, overwhelmed by writing a book, or unsure how to finish your manuscript, this episode will encourage you to release perfectionism, let go of pressure, and write from a place of faith instead of fear.