Watershed Books
The focus of a Watershed story should be conflict experienced by the main characters. These stories encompass teen-aged protagonists who may or may not be spiritual at the onset, but come to realize through the progression of the plot that faith is a necessity. Protagonists should be layered, three-dimensional, people who struggle with age-appropriate decisions on a regular basis, but who also may be thrust into more "adult" situations. Protagonists will use their existent or burgeoning faith to augment their growth both as individuals in the world and as Christians. Remember, Christians are emboldened by their faith, not burdened by it.
All stories must be Christian fiction between 25,000 and 65,000 words. All stories must be written for a target audience of ages 14 to 19, but with an appeal that will transcends the teenager.
•Action-adventure
•Mystery, (amateur sleuth or other)
•Romance
•Sci-fi / Fantasy / Supernatural
•Suspense, crime drama, police procedural
•Teen angst / coming-of-age
•Westerns