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Fierce Calling - Faith, Fiction, and the Beauty of Our Unfinished Stories with Kristen Hogrefe Parnell
Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, host Doris Swift sits down with award-winning author Kristen Hogrefe Parnell for an inspiring conversation about faith, fiction, and trusting God’s unique timeline. Kristen shares her journey from writing young adult suspense to crafting women’s fiction rooted in faith, revealing how her own experiences—like waiting for her husband and navigating motherhood—have shaped her stories and perspective.
We dig into the power of Christian fiction to reflect real-life struggles and joys, Kristen’s advice for aspiring writers on developing characters and honing their craft, and the messy, beautiful reality of unfinished stories—both on the page and in our lives. Plus, Kristen gives us a peek into her Crossroads Suspense series and her upcoming children’s book, “Not Much Lunch,” reminding listeners that “little is much when God is in it.”
Whether you’re an avid reader, a writer-in-progress, or simply someone seeking encouragement in a season of waiting, this episode is full of practical wisdom, hope, and a reminder that God’s plans are always better than our own. Stay tuned to hear how passion, compassion, and conviction intersect in Kristen’s work—and get ready to be uplifted and inspired on your own fierce calling!
We’re Talking About Kristen’s Amazing Books & More!
Episode Highlights and Takeaways …
00:00 Author Spotlight: Crossroads Suspense
06:02 “Compassion Through Fiction’s Truth”
09:25 Writing Tips for Aspiring Authors
14:08 Faith, Fiction, and Inspiration
18:17 “Daily Faithful Waiting on God”
18:52 “Waiting on God’s Timing”
25:12 “Success Takes Time and Faith”
29:08 “Writing Books That Fill Needs”
30:33 Spiritual Maturity and God’s Timing
35:58 “Abiding in the Vine”
37:39 Finding Faith in Busy Seasons
41:53 Writing Process and Plot Gaps
43:34 “Living in Your Season”
46:59 Marriage Is Like a Dance
49:51 “Jesus: The Only Way”
53:34 Encouragement and Connection Await
Connect with Kristen!
You can connect with Valerie and find her books and resources mentioned in the show, here:
kristenhogrefeparnell.com
Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Amazon
| BookBub
More About Kristen!
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By Spark NetworkWelcome back to Fierce Calling! In this episode, host Doris Swift sits down with award-winning author Kristen Hogrefe Parnell for an inspiring conversation about faith, fiction, and trusting God’s unique timeline. Kristen shares her journey from writing young adult suspense to crafting women’s fiction rooted in faith, revealing how her own experiences—like waiting for her husband and navigating motherhood—have shaped her stories and perspective.
We dig into the power of Christian fiction to reflect real-life struggles and joys, Kristen’s advice for aspiring writers on developing characters and honing their craft, and the messy, beautiful reality of unfinished stories—both on the page and in our lives. Plus, Kristen gives us a peek into her Crossroads Suspense series and her upcoming children’s book, “Not Much Lunch,” reminding listeners that “little is much when God is in it.”
Whether you’re an avid reader, a writer-in-progress, or simply someone seeking encouragement in a season of waiting, this episode is full of practical wisdom, hope, and a reminder that God’s plans are always better than our own. Stay tuned to hear how passion, compassion, and conviction intersect in Kristen’s work—and get ready to be uplifted and inspired on your own fierce calling!
We’re Talking About Kristen’s Amazing Books & More!
Episode Highlights and Takeaways …
00:00 Author Spotlight: Crossroads Suspense
06:02 “Compassion Through Fiction’s Truth”
09:25 Writing Tips for Aspiring Authors
14:08 Faith, Fiction, and Inspiration
18:17 “Daily Faithful Waiting on God”
18:52 “Waiting on God’s Timing”
25:12 “Success Takes Time and Faith”
29:08 “Writing Books That Fill Needs”
30:33 Spiritual Maturity and God’s Timing
35:58 “Abiding in the Vine”
37:39 Finding Faith in Busy Seasons
41:53 Writing Process and Plot Gaps
43:34 “Living in Your Season”
46:59 Marriage Is Like a Dance
49:51 “Jesus: The Only Way”
53:34 Encouragement and Connection Await
Connect with Kristen!
You can connect with Valerie and find her books and resources mentioned in the show, here:
kristenhogrefeparnell.com
Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Amazon
| BookBub
More About Kristen!