Inspirational Nonfiction Writing

Inspirational Nonfiction Writing

Books with spiritual themes — from traditional religious writing to more fluid “new age” literature — remain one of the most vibrant and popular of nonfiction genres. But writing about faith, belief and spiritual experience poses unique challenges for both aspiring and seasoned authors. How do you proclaim your message, without sounding preachy or dogmatic? What elements are necessary to make a book interesting, compelling, and spiritually nurturing? How do you navigate the challenges when writing about controversial or innovative ideas? What are the keys to making your work attractive to editors? As the author of more than a dozen inspirational books, Carl McColman will help you to define your mission, hone your voice, and prepare your work for submission to editors or agents. This class is taught from a non-sectarian perspective: any kind of inspirational writing is welcome here. And while it is oriented toward writers seeking publication, the principles of inspirational writing can be beneficial for bloggers and journal-keepers as well.