5 Tips for Creating Memorable Characters in Christian Fiction
Great Christian fiction doesn’t just tell a story; it reveals truth through the lives of characters readers come to love, wrestle with, and remember long after the last page. Whether…
7 Effective Marketing Strategies for Christian Authors
As a Christian author, your book is more than a story—it’s a calling. Whether you’ve just published your first devotional or earned a medal from the Illumination Awards, getting your…
Writing with Truth: Why Authenticity Matters in Christian Storytelling
In a culture where image often overshadows substance, Christian writers are called to offer something deeper—truth. Whether you're penning a memoir, devotional, or faith-based novel, your words carry the potential…
Illumination Author Feature: Caleb Lines
Devotionals are a great resource for exploring faith, deepening understanding, and reflecting on spiritual growth. For Rev. Dr. Caleb Lines, the desire to create a devotional with a Progressive Christian…
5 Ways Christian Authors Can Expand Their Reach and Impact
In a world where voices compete for attention, Christian authors carry a sacred calling—to share truth, hope, and light through the written word. But how can a writer ensure that…
Six Ways Book Clubs Help Promote Christian Literature
In an age where distractions are endless, book clubs serve as beacons of connection, drawing believers together to explore faith-filled literature that uplifts, inspires, and deepens spiritual understanding. But their…
2025 Medalists
The Illumination Book Awards, dedicated to recognizing and honoring the best books in Christian literature, has announced its 2025 medalists. This year’s awards featured 27 categories and attracted 216 entrants…
7 Ways to Engage With Your Local Community as a Christian Author
As Christian authors, we are called to be more than just storytellers—we are bearers of light, sharing God’s love and truth through the written word. Fortunatley, books have the power…
Final Checklist for Submitting Your Work to the Illumination Awards
So, you’ve poured your heart and soul into writing a Christian book, and now you’re ready to share it with the world. But before you enter it into the Illumination…
How to Use Social Media to Promote Your Christian Book
In today’s digital world, social media has become one of the most powerful tools for authors to share their messages far and wide. For Christian authors, this is especially true.…