THE MISSION OF CASCADE CHRISTIAN WRITERS
Cascade Christian Writers is a charitable organization (501c3) dedicated to equipping Christians in both the craft and business of writing, connecting them with industry professionals, and fostering a spirit of collaboration among its members as they write for the Lord in whatever way He leads.
THE STORY OF CASCADE CHRISTIAN WRITERS
Faith-driven writers. Excellence in craft. A Christian writing community for every stage.
Founded in 1963 and long known as Oregon Christian Writers, Cascade Christian Writers exists to connect writers, strengthen their craft, foster meaningful relationships with industry professionals such as editors, publishers, and agents, and offer encouragement along the journey. Writers from around the world attend our conferences each year. Cascade Christian Writers is also proud to host the annual Cascade Writing Contest, featuring the Cascade Awards, a respected and prestigious honor within the Christian writing community.
“Excellent day of being in the writer’s realm.” – Spring Conference Attendee
“Speaking sessions very encouraging to pursue writing more actively and also to read more.” – Spring Conference Attendee
“The content today was so very helpful! Great opportunity to network.” –Spring Conference Attendee
Download the PDF “The First 50 Years”
Summer conference panel of agents, editors and publishers.
Lindy Jacobs and Kim Robinson connect at a conference.
“Excellent day of being in the writer’s realm.” -Spring Conference Attendee
“Speaking sessions very encouraging to pursue writing more actively and also to read more.” -Spring Conference Attendee
“The content today was so very helpful! Great opportunity to network.” -Spring Conference Attendee
Writing That Is Authentically Yours
By KyLee Woodley As writers, we have an innate need to put to paper what resides within us—our thoughts, emotions, and very essence spilling onto the page. Just as water quenches a thirsty man, writing sustains the author. So, as
What Needs to Happen at the Beginning of my Story?
Excerpt from DELVE, PIVOT, PROPEL: 350 Writing Secrets to Elevate Your Storytelling and Transform Your Novel by Steven James Your story’s opening will (1) feature a character who matters, (2) orient readers to the setting, (3) introduce a meaningful pursuit,
Writing Advice to Live By
By Jodie Bailey Now, this is the piece of advice I live my writing life by. Ready? Tomorrow Me will love Today Me. How does that work? Well, it couples with my other piece of favorite advice: You can’t edit