Episode 18 | Overcoming Self-Doubt in the Editing Process - A Writer’s Journey

In this episode of Created to Write, author Michelle Dennis Evans shares the emotional and spiritual challenges of the editing process. As she completes the final book in her Spiralling trilogy, a project ten years in the making, she reflects on the resilience required to move from rough draft to published book.Michelle opens up about the insecurity many Christian writers face during edits - the inner voices questioning punctuation, ability, and calling. She explores what it truly means to create with God, choosing faith over self-doubt and staying anchored in the purpose behind the story.This episode also unpacks the balance between humility and conviction - receiving editorial feedback while protecting the heart of the message true to the characters God has entrusted to you.If you’re a Christian writer navigating the publishing journey, struggling with fear of criticism, or learning to write with purpose, this episode will inspire you to push past the hurdle and polish your story with confidence.