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Is Fiction Inherently Worse Than Nonfiction?
A couple months ago, I came across an article from a semi-popular Christian blogger whom I generally respect in which...
KP Book Review: The Christian Imagination
Looking for a book that takes a deep look into how our Christian faith should integrate into...
Win a FREE Book Cover Design!
Hello Kingdom Pen! We're so excited to bring you this wonderful opportunity, courtesy of Perry Elizabeth...
The Prayer of an Author
By Lauryn Trimmer Dear God, Thank you for making me able to write Words that grow into...
KP Critiques – 28
We’re back with another critique! Thank you all so much for having the courage to send them in! We know it’s never...
Why Minor Characters Should Be Flat Characters
By Josiah DeGraafFour years ago, I was beginning a rewrite of A Darkened Light, which was my second full-length novel...
KP Book Review: King Lear
This play by the Bard isn’t the type of story that you want to pick up to read for fun—unless your favorite pastime...
KP Critiques – 27
We give you our twenty-seventh installment of KP Critiques! We greatly appreciate the willingness of our subscribers...
Journeying Through Your Novel Part Seven: The Lowpoint
The seventh video in on our ongoing Youtube series on writing: in which Josiah decides to quit shooting videos, Daniel...
KP Book Review: Northanger Abbey
If you’re like me, as an avid reader or writer, you’ve probably imagined what it would be like to be the hero or...
KP Critiques – 26
We are so delighted to be presenting you with our twenty-sixth installment of KP Critiques!! All of you amazing...
Hard Love: How Shedding Romance Can Highlight Love
Stories follow a familiar pattern because it works. When it comes to character...
Frequently Asked Questions & Popular Topics
What is the difference between Kingdom Pen and Story Embers?
This is a question that we get a lot. We put all the details in an article to help clear up any confusion.
Be sure to check out: What's the Difference Between Kingdom Pen & Story Embers
I want to be published on Kingdom Pen! What should I submit?
Awesome! You have a lot of options!
1. Poems
2. Short Stories
3. Book Reviews
4. Writing Excerpt for a KP Critique Want to get feedback on your writing? Send in a excerpt of your writing for critique!
5. Articles If you don't know what your article should be about, feel free to write a topic related to the theme of the month!
How can I write Christian stories without being preachy?
Most Christian fiction comes off as being extremely preachy.
How can you be the exception you ask? I recommend reading our post about How to Write Christian Stories Without Annoying Your Readers
How do I overcome writer's block?
Ah yes. The dreaded writer's block.
Check out this post where you can learn the four ways to overcome writer's block and keep making progress.
I'm in the middle of my novel and I'm stuck. How do I keep going?
Whatever you do, don't give up! At this point in your novel, it can feel like it is starting to slow and it's really hard to press on. You might need to take a step back, take your story in a new direction, and maybe get an outside opinion from a friend.
I also recommend you try out a technique outlined in an article called Ninjas in Hindsight.
It's a great way to get through the slump and add some fresh ideas to your story.