https://www.prodigal.la/donate awarding winning screenwriter and instructor Corey Mandell discusses the importance of craft in writing, particularly for faith-driven work. He emphasizes the need for writers to develop their skills, navigate the writing process, and understand the significance of feedback. The discussion also touches on the balance between creation and evaluation, the role of community in writing, and the impact of authentic storytelling on society. Mandell encourages writers to find their voice, embrace their fears, and focus on the power of stories to unite people.   Chapters 00:00 The Writer's Journey: Struggles and Realizations05:03 Navigating Feedback: The Art of Giving Notes06:10 Setting Expectations: The Reality of Writing08:08 Finding Your Voice: The Importance of Play10:46 Creative Integration: Balancing Strengths and Weaknesses13:05 Overcoming Fear: The Writer's Relationship with Anxiety15:21 The Importance of Dedicated Practice17:58 Creating vs. Evaluating: The Separation of Processes32:52 The Journey of Writing for Others vs. Self37:23 Navigating Feedback Loops in Writing43:40 The Importance of Script Readability44:11 Crafting Stories with Intent and Purpose48:55 Learning from Ancient Texts for Modern Storytelling59:58 Finding Purpose in Storytelling and Community01:06:54 New Chapter   Takeaways Craft is essential for faith-driven work.Writers must learn to navigate the writing process.Feedback is crucial for improving scripts.Understanding character and story is key.Creative integration helps writers grow.Overcoming fear and doubt is part of the journey.Authentic storytelling resonates with audiences.Faith can enhance storytelling but should not dominate it.Stories have the power to impact society positively.Finding your voice is vital for writers.