Writing

When I’m not in book-writing mode, I consider myself first and foremost a journalist. I’ve written hundreds of articles as a staffer for magazines and newspapers or on assignment as a freelancer. I’m humbled by the kind remarks I receive from editors. Ministry that Gets Messy, my cover story for ByFaith, was awarded a first place by the Evangelical Press Association.

“Carolyn writes beautifully, and her work never fails to add style and substance to our magazine.”

- Richard Doster, editor of ByFaith, flagship publication of the Presbyterian
Church in America, and novelist, including a Christy Award
finalist, Safe at Home, and Crossing the Lines

As an undergraduate and graduate student, people generously gave me a hand up with encouragement, constructive criticism and helpful comments. I try to pass these along when I judge journalism and other writing contests.

 “Carolyn is an excellent judge for our annual journalism contest and one I can come to among a stable of the world’s finest professionals. She can be counted on to provide thoughtful and detailed feedback to college journalists.”