Unstoppable Writers

“If there’s a book you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” —Toni Morrison When I first heard that quote, something deep inside me whispered, Yes.Not just yes to writing a book…but yes to writing a writing life that didn’t exist yet either. Because the truth is:I longed for a writing community that I couldn’t find anywhere. A community that was: ✨ Spirit-led, not algorithm-driven ✨ rooted in faith, not comparison ✨ gentle instead of competitive ✨ consistent...

Hey Unstoppable Writers,This weekend was a whirlwind—boxes everywhere, coffee cups missing in action, and a few happy tears as we stepped into our new home. 🏡 I’m sharing a little picture from our unpacking chaos because honestly, this season feels symbolic: God’s been helping me make room—physically and spiritually—for what’s next. And what’s next makes my heart beat fast:The 6-Week Spiritual Direction for Unstoppable Writers begins this Thursday.Unstoppable Writers™ Five beautiful souls...

Hey Unstoppable Writer, If we only had 10 minutes together over coffee, I’d tell you this: Don’t wait.Don’t wait for the perfect moment, or the right season, or for your schedule to magically clear. Don’t wait until you feel “ready.” (Spoiler alert: most writers never do.) Regret is the one thing you’ll never want attached to your book. And friend—God doesn’t give us stories so we can sit on them. I know how easy it is to delay because: You don’t feel like you’re “good enough” yet You’re not...

Hey Reader, It’s Monday. I’m sitting at Starbucks. So far, I’ve managed to get two really big things done: Writing this email My morning pages ☕✍️ But the small thing I did? I checked the latest update on Ryan Trahan’s 50 States in 50 Days fundraiser for St. Jude. Our family’s been watching it together each day, and honestly—he’s a master storyteller. The way he invites his viewers into the journey (and this epic cause) is wildly inspiring. There are so many takeaways for writers: → how to...

Reader, Launch week rarely looks how I envision it. I start with an ambitious to-do list: 20+ tasks. Then reality hits. It’s my son’s last week of school which includes a half day Thursday followed by an end-of-year party at a friend’s house. Friday is the first official day of his summer. So I begrudgingly grab a Sharpie and cut my list down to the essentials. And this email? It’s one of them. Because part of the writing journey is learning to cultivate courage even when the path doesn’t...

Hey Reader, I’m going to keep this short and sweet because you're probably playing catch up from Thanksgiving and the long weekend (hopefully you had Friday off too). Anyway…today I just wanted to drop a line and say hello. Today, I hope you pick up your pen (even for 5 minutes) and savor the joy of following through on your desire to write and make a difference with your words. Stay curious and keep writing, Reader. Your words matter! DeannePS: I've extended the opening of Momentum...

Hey there Unstoppable Writer, I shared this devotional with a local writing group and they asked for me to email it to them. I thought you might enjoy it too. Please don't share it with others quite yet; it's going to be a part of my upcoming book When God Anoints a Writer. Trusting God to Bring the Words “Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, ‘I have put my words in your mouth.’” — Jeremiah 1:9 (NIV) As writers, we often face moments of self-doubt, unsure if...

Hey Reader, Let’s do something fun today as we slide into Friday (tomorrow)! Ready?It’s called 2 truths and a lie. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s where I share two true things about me and one that is made up. I’ve self-published 5 books. My book When God Calls a Writer began as a conversation between me and God in my journal. I started journaling when I was 8. Hit reply and tell me which one you think is made up. You'll be entered into a raffle to win a journal that I will mail to you!...

Hey Reader, Happy Labor Day 🎉 (if you’re in the US)! I hope you’re enjoying some well-deserved rest today. While you’re relaxing, here’s a quick writing tip for you. The best way to beat writer’s block? Change your scenery. Grab a notebook, take a walk, and let the world around you inspire new ideas. Sometimes, a fresh environment is all you need to unlock your creativity. I love people watching for this too (airports, restaurants, downtown, coffee shops). I found this to be true over the...