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
Seven Secrets of a Great Pitch by Michael Hauge
by Michael Hauge With the Oregon Christian Writers Summer Conference fast approaching, you want to be ready with a powerful short pitch of your novel or screenplay or biography. Here are the seven key elements of a great pitch, as
You Better Believe That You’re a Heroine by Melanie Dobson
By Melanie Dobson Often what we need to hear most is reflected back to us through the journey of someone else. Two children. A boy and girl. That’s what I saw in my mind’s eye as I looked out the window,
Appointment Advice: Designing Effective One-Sheets by Karen Barnett
By Karen Barnett Many of us are busily preparing for conferences like the upcoming Oregon Christian Writers Conference in August. We’re brushing up manuscripts and proposals, practicing our pitches, and deciding which professionals we’d like to meet. A valuable tool