Welcome to Cascade Christian writers
(formerly Oregon Christian Writers)
Created by God. Writing with purpose.
Messy First Drafts Create Great Films
By Leann Barna One of the biggest mistakes new screenwriters (or any writers) make is believing the first draft has to be good. Most first drafts are overwritten, underwritten, confusing, and sometimes embarrassing. That is completely normal. The first draft
Under a Bushel
by Sharon Fischer I glanced over at my computer, then quickly looked away in aversion and despair. Every time my eyes fell on it I was reminded of my failure to sell any of the stories God had led me
2025 Cascade Award Winners
2025 Cascade Writing Contest Winners ARTICLE, COLUMN, NONFICTION SHORT STORY First Place Becky Alexander “A Little Help from JFK” Second Place Cecil Taylor “The Baby Is Stronger Than Anyone Knows” DEVOTIONAL First Place Barbara Culley “Numbering Our Days” Second Place
Love Thy Reader
by Thomas Umstattd As Christian authors we pour our hearts and souls into our stories, but the ultimate success of a book lies in the hands of its readers. Jesus gave us the key to success when he told us
MEMBER NEWS & PRAYER
February 2022 Member News
February Member News Julie Bonn Blank has released two new e-books about side characters in Innocent Lives, Guardians of Grace Book 1. “Rose” is a novella that is only $2.99, and “Penny” is available for free. Go to https://www.subscribepage.com/penny. Marty Magee
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2024 Cascade Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2024 Cascade Contest winners! DEVOTIONAL First Place Lana M. Usilton, "Cast a Line" Second Place Sandra Beck, "Pile of Feathers" ARTICLE, COLUMN, NONFICTION SHORT STORY First Place Denise E. Arzoian, “Pebbles in My Heart” Second Place
Preparing Your Writing for Summer Conference
It’s time to start planning! Do you have a potential book to present? What agents and editors expect first is called a “one-sheet.” It is, as indicated, one sheet and usually one-sided. It should include: A summary of your book
Check out the most recent poetry compilation from CCW Members.
