- Thu, Mar 18, 2010
- Writing
How can I write an informative and challenging book?
Question from a reader:
I’m writing a book that I hope will both inform and challenge Christians. How do I speak the truth to people about this subject without coming across as condescending?
Answer from Randy Alcorn:
Something to watch for is whether you're tending to go over-the-top in your persuasion. While this style is appealing in that you're going for the jugular and laying the cards on the table, at the same time it could be argued, “Challenge your reader, but don't insult him.” Calling him stupid may be stating the truth, but it lacks ...










