Christian Academic Writing: Twelve Practices and Principles for Becoming a Successful Writer

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Benjamin L. Merkle Adrianne Cheek Miles

Christian Academic Writing

Twelve Practices and Principles for Becoming a Successful Writer

Benjamin L. Merkle, Adrianne Cheek Miles

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Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group
14 May 2024

Writing & editing guides; Literature: history & criticism; Christianity

The journey of writing and publishing includes obstacles such as writer's block, fear of rejection, getting overwhelmed by information, feeling inadequate, and not finding enough time. How is it that some are able to consistently produce work while others struggle to cross the finish line? This concise guide to writing in Christian academic settings offers 12 practices and principles for becoming a successful writer. It is written by two authors with a proven track record of publishing success who have a passion for helping students and budding authors improve their writing. This book distills their years of experience to offer inspiration and encouragement for writing and publishing academic works. It is ideal for students writing papers in Christian academic settings and for young academics who want to further develop their writing skills. Christian Academic Writing is full of helpful and proven advice that will motivate readers to reach their goals. It focuses on best practices and emphasizes the finished product. Each short, readable chapter includes questions inviting readers to take their writing to the next level.

By: Benjamin L. Merkle, Adrianne Cheek Miles
Imprint: Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm,
ISBN: 9781540965998
ISBN 10: 1540965996
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 14 May 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

1. Love Your Topics 2. Keep Reading Material with You 3. Redeem Time for Reading and Writing 4. Bust Your Writing-Related Myths 5. Don't Wait to Write 6. Make Writing a Habit 7. Keep Writing, Even after the First Draft 8. Solicit Feedback 9. Don't Be Afraid of Feedback 10. Participate in Professional Conferences 11. Work to Improve Your Writing 12. Finish What You Start Appendix A: Academic Religious Publishers Appendix B: Academic Journals Appendix C: Religious Academic Organizations Indexes

Benjamin L. Merkle (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Dr. M. O. Owens Jr. Chair of New Testament Studies and research professor of New Testament and Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina. He is the author or editor of more than 40 books. Adrianne Cheek Miles (PhD, University of Texas at Austin) is associate professor of English and linguistics at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, where she teaches courses in writing, literature, communication, and linguistics.