I'm an author. I primarily write contemporary love stories heavy on the romance, never with graphic sexual situations but definitely acknowledge sexual attraction and desire. Being a Christian author, I incorporate the gospel in contrast to worldly culture without condemnation. I make no excuses for how I've chosen to write my stories. Not all Christian readers will like my work.
When I think about what I'm willing to include in my stories - since I write contemporary novels - I've realized there are some circumstances I will not incorporate. Any author who publishes independently as I do has that freedom.
Currently, in some publishing houses, restrictions have been levied for authors which do not allow them the freedom to accurately tell their stories the way they would choose to do. It's been shocking to absorb and possibly in the big picture will add new and accomplished authors to the indie publishing ranks.
Whereas "self-published" authors used to be viewed as - pardon the expression - the scum of the writing world, some indie authors now occupy the ranks of "bestsellers" in multiple categories and genres.
Just thinking . . .
Father, every story I've written, you've given me. Apart from you, I can do nothing. Please continue to lead me in your ways. Thank you is never enough. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.