Ever wonder if you’re actually called to write? You’re not alone. Maybe you’ve said, “God called me to this”—but your book isn’t published, your platform is stalled, and doubt is creeping in. What if our view of calling is part of the problem?

In this two-part episode, I talk with Andy Patton from The Rabbit Room about the question every writer asks: How do I know if I’m truly called to write? In Part 1, Andy introduces a fresh way to think about calling—starting with a key distinction between cosmic and local callings—and shares the first of five questions to help you discern your next step.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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If your tone misses the mark, your readers stop reading — no matter how great your ideas are.

Author and Moody Publishers editor Drew Dyck joins Will Parker Anderson to tackle one of the biggest struggles nonfiction writers face: tone. It’s easy to get caught up in sounding smart or sharing everything you’ve learned, but that can push readers away. Drew unpacks how to strike the right balance—writing in a way that’s accessible, engaging, and reader-first.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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The best publishing advice doesn’t come from what’s trending—but from someone who’s been shaping books for decades.

Today’s guest is Dave Kopp, a behind-the-scenes legend in Christian publishing and the mentor of mentors. He shares practical wisdom every nonfiction writer needs—including a framework called The 5 P’s that helps clarify your concept and reach readers.

Enjoy decades of Dave's hard-earned wisdom, distilled in less than an hour.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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You might have a powerful message, but if it’s not compelling, it won’t land.

In this episode, Will sits down with fellow editor and coworker Drew Dixon, executive editor at WaterBrook and Multnomah. Drawing inspiration from Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, Drew unpacks six key elements that make any message more compelling. Whether you're writing a book, a blog, or a pitch, this episode delivers clear, actionable insights to strengthen your craft.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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Ever feel like giving up creative control means giving up your voice?

In this Real-Time, Real-Talk episode, I sit down with co-authors Kristen Wetherell and Sarah Walton—two writers in the thick of crafting their second book together. We unpack the tension every writer faces when someone else enters the creative process: the edits, the pushback, the shared vision.

Kristen and Sarah show what it looks like to co-write with grace, humility, and deep friendship. Even if you never co-author a book, this conversation will help you navigate the hard but holy work of collaboration.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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Trevin Wax—author, columnist, and one of the most disciplined writers we know—joins us to talk habits, structure, and what it really takes to keep showing up. His insights are equal parts motivating and doable for any writer hoping to level up.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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What if the secret to better writing isn’t more content—but more attention?

In today’s conversation, Ashley Hales, editorial director of print at Christianity Today, invites us to slow down. She unpacks why sustained attention is a writer’s superpower in a world addicted to distraction—and how cultivating it can change both your craft and your soul.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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Publishing sounds exciting—until you’re staring down a deadline at 2 a.m.

In this Real-Time, Real-Talk segment, we sit down with artist, entrepreneur, and YouTuber Ruslan KD to capture the raw, in-the-moment emotions of the publishing journey. From the thrill of landing his first book deal to the all-nighters spent finishing the manuscript, Ruslan shares the highs, lows, and what keeps him going.

Hi! I’m Will and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there’s no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle.

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