Do you want to write about your faith in a powerful, transformative way?
Do you want to write devotionals, spiritual stories, or even your testimony?
Or do you feel called to write fiction with a strong faith thread?
Do you want to share your spiritual journey honestly, without clichés or cheesiness?
Do you want to see your writing published in order to encourage and inspire others in their faith?
Do you want to share the truth of God’s love with winsomeness and clarity through your story?
Do you long to write pieces that are powerfully structured and easily accessible?
What if you could communicate the richness of your faith on the page, meaningfully and beautifully?
What if you could learn tools to help you engage your reader—regardless of their spiritual background?
What if you could share your spiritual story in a way that packs a punch every time?
What if you could hear about the Christian publishing world from the inside out?
That’s what the Writing with Grace
SPIRITUAL Writing Workshop
will do for you.
Yes! I’m ready to write about my faith powerfully!
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
SPIRITUal Writing Workshop
A three-hour workshop, taught by Ann Swindell.
The class is pre-recorded for students to watch and re-watch beginning October 30, 2026.
A Q&A session with Megan Hill, managing editor for The Gospel Coalition.
The workshop will include:
Practical tools for how to write well about your faith in an engaging, powerful way.
Insights into what editors are looking for in publishable articles and devotionals.
Specific, clear options for how to structure a spiritual article or devotional piece.
Clarity regarding the use of tone in spiritual writing, regardless of genre.
Active ways to practice spiritual hospitality in our writing.
Writing prompts, exercises, and assignments to help you write during class time—leave with the outline of a meaningful piece of spiritual writing!
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 about my faith in a transformative way!
(Don’t miss out; registration closes October 29th!)
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 twenty years, and her work has been featured in The Gospel Coalition, Risen Motherhood, Well Watered Women, (in)courage, Proverbs 31, Family Life, Christian Parenting, and multiple other publications. Ann has written a 40-day devotional entitled The Path to Peace, which released with Bethany House Publishers. Her first book, a spiritual memoir entitled Still Waiting, was published with Tyndale House.
Ann also writes Christ-centered, and her award-winning debut novel, Christmas in the Castle Library, 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). The second book in the series, Love in the Castle Library, was a Selah Award winner, and the third book in the series, Secrets in the Castle Library, just released in the fall of 2026!
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 and share devotionals, articles, testimonials, and spiritual stories online and in print magazines. It is also for fiction writers who want to grow in learning how to write about faith more powerfully in their stories.
If you’ve already been writing about your faith, this workshop will strengthen your ability to tailor your words and purpose for the publications you want to break in to. And if you don’t know where to start, this workshop will offer you the practical tips and insights you need to craft the type of thoughtful and Christ-centered pieces that publishers are looking for.
FAQs
HOW IS THIS WORKSHOP OFFERED?
This workshop was initially taught live by Ann and is now offered as pre-recorded class. The recording will be available for students to watch and re-watch through the end of May 2027.
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 WRITE ABOUT MY FAITH 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: Spiritual 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 faith on the page and send it out into the world, 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 spiritual writing into manageable, clear steps. There’s not a formula to sharing our faith, because each of our journeys with Jesus is unique. But there are powerful, clear ways to purposefully offer our relationship with Christ on the page, and that’s what Ann will cover in this workshop. You’ll leave equipped to write with more precision, purpose, and power 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.
I’VE BEEN WRITING ABOUT MY FAITH FOR AWHILE. HOW WILL THIS WORKSHOP HELP ME?
First of all, way to go! Writing and sharing about your faith is beautiful, hard work. Ann has been writing about her faith professionally for over two decades, 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 sharing it widely—through publications online and in print—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 spiritual writing is a foot wide but a mile deep. In this workshop, Ann will help you take your words and story deeper for your reader.
What is the cost of this course?
This three-hour Writing with Grace Spiritual 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 Spiritual 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 January 1, 2027; Ann will return her feedback to you no later than the end of February 2027.
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 March 2027.
How Long is Registration Open?
Registration for this course is only open until October 29th, 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 ABOUT MY FAITH IN A MEANINGFUL WAY!
(Don’t wait; registration closes October 29th!)
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 October 29th 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.