Why literary tropes matter (and why you should know the difference between synecdoche and syllepsis).
Read moreWriting Techniques that Sing: Creating Resonance with Words
Some words have more power than others. Learn how to connect with your audience and keep them coming back for more.
Read moreThe Gun (and the Pomegranates) Must Go Off: Literary Unity Part 1
The reason for guns in Hedda Gabler—and how they should change our writing.
Read moreUse Strong Verbs and Nouns
Vitalize your writing with active sentences.
Read moreFive Books to Level Up Your Storytelling
Push yourself to grow!
Read moreClean Up Your Language: Christians Are Often the Worst Offenders
Do your words draw people in or push them away? Watch out for these habits that can ostracize your audience.
Read moreWhen the Right Word is the N-Word
Is there any place for profanity in our writing? Does writing with integrity mean whitewashing any vulgarities?
Read moreC.S. Lewis and the Key to Dialogue
Don’t settle for stilted dialogue. Take a cue from C.S. Lewis and captivate your readers.
Read moreEmojis and the Professional Writer
Not sure if you should use emojis? Keep your cool and follow these steps.
Read moreTwo Books for Memorable Writing
Resources to make your writing shine!
Read moreHow Aristotle Nailed the Art of Story
3 Rules for Modern Storytellers
Read moreShepherd Kings and Emissaries of Beauty: Telling Stories That Matter
Want to make a difference in a dog-eat-dog world? Tell stories that matter.
Read moreThe Image of God
If we want to have a healthy view of ourselves, uphold the dignity and equality of all people, and stand up for the oppressed and vulnerable, we need not look far. The first chapter of the Bible gives us the answer: we are all made in the image of God.
Andrew was raised in the Los Angeles area of southern California before going away to college in Indiana (it was too warm in California for him). After graduating, he went on to complete his master’s degree. Now Andrew is a Campus Pastor at Christ Community Church in the Kansas City area. He and his lovely wife Rebekah have two kids.
© 2019 Andrew Jones
Humanity in the Age of the Immanent Frame
How do we define humanity in an empirically obsessed culture?
Read moreReleasing Happily Ever After
Are happy endings all there is? Does every story need to end with perfect redemption?
Read moreWhat are Guest Voices?
Want to know what all the hubbub is about? Care to get involved? Here’s what you need to know.
Read moreA Writing Tip for Self-Discipline
Feeling stuck? Here’s a helpful hint to beat procrastination.
Read moreThis and That: Using Demonstrative Pronouns
A quick tip to clarify your writing.
Read moreUnexpected Imagery
Don’t get caught in the obvious. Find better, clearer ways to describe.
Read moreWrite the Other Well
How to write responsibly about other cultures and experiences.
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