by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Craft, Writing
Before launching into a career as a (mostly) storyteller, I cut my author teeth writing nonfiction for some of the biggest (and not so biggest) Christian publishers. I imagine many Christians with a passion project start here, having gathered a collection of...
by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Mindset
Above all the things I focus on here at CROSS + PEN, perhaps the most essential “thing” we need to set our minds on is Christ, and the worldview that comes from our faith in him. This mindset insight stems from my own passion project as a vocational pastor and a...
by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
As we reach the halfway point of 2025, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and renew our creative energy as GospelWise authors. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out on your Christian writing journey, this moment offers a unique opportunity to...
by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Business, Publishing
In the shifting world of publishing, Christian authors face unique challenges and opportunities. This article is meant layout some of the major options you’ve got to equip you with essential insights to avoid costly pitfalls and empower you to publish your work the...
by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Marketing, Sales
Today’s Monday Mo is about a word about a word that often creates feelings of guilt among many creatives. Except it shouldn’t. It’s a word every GospelWise Author needs to embrace because it’s a word that our faith actually encourages. So we need a bit a mindset shift...
by Jeremy Bouma | Jan 9, 2026 | Marketing, Sales
I want to dive into a subject that often gets overlooked in our writing journey: the importance of marketing our Christian books. As someone who has been in the publishing world since 2008, I understand the hesitations many of you might feel about promoting your work....
by Jeremy Bouma | Jul 11, 2025 | Article, Writing
As a fellow Christian writer, I know how challenging it can be to stay disciplined and motivated throughout the writing journey. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been crafting stories and devotionals for years, the path to finishing a book can feel long and...
by Jeremy Bouma | Apr 30, 2025 | Podcast
Hey Creative Christian, Excited to let you know that episode 9 of the GospelWise Author Podcast is live! In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into one of the trickiest parts of the author journey: how to connect your books with readers—especially through...
by Jeremy Bouma | Apr 16, 2025 | Podcast
Hey Creative Christian, The latest episode of the GospelWise Author Podcast is now live, and it’s a special one you won’t want to miss! In Episode 8, we’re diving into the heart of writing with purpose, service, and dedication for those who matter most—our...
by Jeremy Bouma | Apr 3, 2025 | Article, Website
Hey there, Creative Christian! I’m excited to connect with you in this space dedicated to empowering writers like you to write, publish, and market your books for the glory of God. My name is Jery, and I’ve been navigating the publishing world since 2008. Whether...
