Do you want to write a BOOK THAT IS ENGAGING, TRUTHFUL, AND POWERFUL?
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 have a book idea, but don’t know the next step to take?
Do you have vision for your book, but want clarity regarding how to plan and structure your story?
Do you want to get your book published but don’t know where to begin?
Do you need elevated techniques for keeping your reader engaged throughout your entire book?
What if someone came alongside of you with fresh ideas and insights to catapult your book in the best direction?
What if you heard from an industry professional and learned about the book publishing world from the inside out?
What if you learned literary tools and insights to transform your writing from average to power-packed?
What if you could confidently structure your book with clarity and purpose?
That’s what the Writing with Grace
Book 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
Book Writing Workshop
A three-hour workshop, taught by Ann Swindell.
The class is pre-recorded for students to watch and re-watch beginning November 18, 2025.
A Q&A session with Jeff Braun, Acquisitions Editor at Bethany House Publishers.
A live Q&A session with Ann on Tuesday, November 18th at 1 pm EST (recorded for all students)!
The workshop will include:
Tools for how to craft a powerful narrative voice—and how that voice impacts the story you’re sharing.
Insights into what editors are looking for in publishable books.
Options for how to structure a powerful book (including both nonfiction and fiction).
Clarity regarding how the structure you choose impacts the reader’s experience of your message.
The different components of book sections and how to determine what is needed in each section of your book.
Writing prompts, exercises, and assignments to help you solidify essential book writing techniques during class time—leave with clear ways to help you move forward in writing your book!
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 November 17th!)
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 award-winning debut novel, Christmas in the Castle Library, released in 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). The second book in the series, Love in the Castle Library, just released in October of 2025!
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 write her book and do so powerfully, beautifully, and effectively on the page.
It is for the person who loves words and is looking to take her writing the next level 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’VE ALREADY STARTED MY BOOK. IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
Yes! Ann has specifically set up this course for writers in the middle of book projects, as well as for those who are just coming to the table with their book idea. The tools and techniques used to write well are a foot wide but a mile deep, and this course will give you the opportunity to grow and strengthen your book writing skills, no matter where you’re starting from. Specific exercises and hand-crafted assignments will allow you to take your writing ability to the next level and make clear strides toward completing the book God has invited you to write.
I WANT TO WRITE MY BOOK, BUT I’M NOT SURE I’M A WRITER. IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
If you’re willing to work, definitely! The Writing with Grace Book 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 June 30, 2026. There is also a bonus recorded Q&A with Ann that you will have access to!
What is the cost of this course?
This three-hour Writing with Grace Book 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 January 1, 2026; Ann will return her feedback to you no later than the end of February 2026.
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 2026.
How Long is Registration Open?
Registration for this course is only open until November 17th, 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 November 17th!)
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 November 17th 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.