The creative community for the modern Catholic author.
We’re helping Catholic authors grow, connect, and keep writing!
Modern Catholic authors want to write compelling, faith-fired fiction, in many genres. CatholicAuthor is the creative community for us to get better at writing, give and get feedback, build your writing portfolio, and grow your writing network!
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Manifesto
How to be a Catholic Author
Helping authors write exciting novels, connect faith with fiction, and be a better Catholic!
We built CatholicAuthor for creators like you
Writing is a daily passion. And so is our faith! Authors need to build connections with other writers, share experiences, and encourage each other to keep going.
But after watching the online Catholic space for 10 years, we saw hundreds of creators struggle to find a home that works beautifully, gives them the freedom to be faithful and creative, and helps their journey to publish and sell!
So, we launched CatholicAuthor: a community to help ordinary, faithful Catholic writers come together, share resources and insights, and grow in faith and fiction.
After your word processor… we want to be your 2nd favorite daily tab!
Welcome home. Welcome to the future. Welcome, Catholic Author.
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Discover new authors, explore favorite genres, and bookmark favorites. Together, we’re inspiring a new generation of fun and fiction!
Latest blogs & podcasts
How a nun writes a time-travelling novels through the life of Jesus with Sr Maria Dateno, FSP
Sr Maria Dateno loves Lord of the Rings, and being a media missionary nun! Inspired by ‘The Magic Treehouse’, she powered through her own series of children’s novels to explore the time and life of Christ.
How to plot your story – and still have fun being creative
Dominic and Katy provide a quick overview of story structure. You’ll learn the secret to keeping your story moving!
How to get feedback on your story without ruining your day
Dominic and Katy offer some tips that will help you sort through and process the feedback you receive on your writing.
The Quad Approach: Why it helps to think four ways about something
Maybe this is actually a thing out there in Writersville, and I just re-invented the wheel. Welp… you’re welcome.
Split your Frodos? a tip to improve characters, clear up motivation, and tell better stories
Many of us, when we’re starting out with our own characters, sometimes get stuck. I know I do. We make our characters too complex.
Stock The Shelves The Easy (And Free!) Way To Share Catholic And Orthodox Fiction With Our Local Communities.
Did you know you can suggest titles for your public library’s permanent collection?
People & groups who support us
“Storytelling is at the heart of our university’s mission to impact culture for Christ, and we look forward to supporting and encouraging Catholic authors!”
Joe H., John Paul the Great Catholic University jpcatholic.edu
“CatholicAuthor fills me with great joy. It’s fundamental that Catholics reclaim their centuries old tradition of excellence in the arts, particularly literature. Now, Catholic writers will be able to bring their works to a wider audience, and Catholic readership will meet new, fresh talents. May God bless this initiative!”
Pedro Gabriel, WPI CoFounder wherepeteris.com
“With our friends at CatholicAuthor, we at Chrism Press firmly believe that stories can change the world. We are proud to sponsor this [fairy tale] contest.”
Rhonda Ortiz Editor, Chrism Press chrismpress.com
“What a fantastic venue and community for new authors to share their ideas and feedback, grow their writing portfolio and expand their reading audience! I am so excited to venture into CatholicAuthor from time to time and discover delightful and intriguing new stories and engage with the authors.”
Monica McConkey, armadei.com
“I imagine the Catholic Author community will be an incredible resource for Benedictine College students! What a great match: the support and encouragement of a community of faith-filled authors at Catholic Author awaits the involvement of our faithful, creative, literary-minded Ravens. This is the start of a beautiful relationship!”
Megan Fassero, Associate Director of Admission and Homeschool Outreach Coordinator benedictine.edu
“Finally aspiring Catholic teen writers have a place to demonstrate their beautiful gifts, dreams, and creativity that swells in their hearts. Hearts that are longing for sharing their God-given talents. It is certain that the world will be better for the gift of their stories.”
Paola Ciskanik, CatholicHomeschool.online