I get email from aspiring writers all the time asking for advice on how to keep their stories real when it comes to writing Christian Fiction. My personal opinion is that all books published in this genre should be realistically drawn in addition to keeping it holy. I do not believe in writing profanity or graphic sex scenes. As a writer, we are skilled enough to paint a picture without making it so vivid that our readers find their resolve weakening. Nothing we write should cause them to turn to the world.
For me, everything I do has to please God. It is because of Him that I have this gift and I know the call He's placed on my heart. Therefore I want to honor Him with each story that I write. If I had to stand before God and read my book from cover to cover--I know that I can do so because I've written no reason to be ashamed. Granted, this is my opinion, but I'd like to hear your thoughts.
How do you feel about the books you're reading in the Christian Fiction genre? Please do not name any authors or titles. I'd just like to know your thoughts in general.
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