Welcome to Fresh Ink
Content you can trust, from a writer you don’t have to chase.
You’re looking for theologically sound, warm, and winsome content. But you’d also love a writer or editor easy to work with, ready to meet your deadlines. Someone who gets it right the first time.
You are in the right place
Experience & Range
As a multi-published author, I’ve been writing and editing professionally for 24 years for respected Christian clients, and I’m eager to help you serve your people in ways worthy of their trust.
I’m comfortable with content ranging from books to blog posts, crafted with the same careful, caring hands. Along with content focused on Christian education, relationships, emotional health, and discipleship, my experience includes
Some of the Ways I Can Partner with You
Books & Long-form Content
- Books
- Cowriting
- Creative Nonfiction
- Articles
Strategy, Marketing, & Content Management
- Content Strategy
- Marketing Copy
- Publicity Material
- Project Management
Everyday Content
- Emails
- Content Downloads
- Scripts
- Blog posts
- Copy Packages
- Devotionals
Most recently, I’m celebrating the launch of my fourth solo book, Emotionally Strong(ish) Parenting: 7 Shifts for a Resilient and Jesus-Centered Home (NavPress, 2026). I own my own communications business, Fresh Ink, and am an agented author with the Steve Laube agency.
How can I help your organization communicate its passion, stories, and mission?
Trusted by
Clients, Past and Present
From the Clients
Janel is one of those rare writers and editors who can do just about anything, and she does it all so well. She’s creative, witty, thoughtful, and incredibly easy to work with, whether she’s writing web copy, marketing content, or an entire small-group study. She consistently meets deadlines (even the tight ones!) and is always gracious and flexible along the way. She’s a talented writer, a trusted collaborator, and someone I’m always happy to work with again. We’re so thankful for her partnering with us!
Lisa Lakey
Director of Publications | FamilyLife
As a diverse movement of churches and global workers, Converge places a high value on sharing stories that authentically represent the uniqueness of who we are. Working with Janel Breitenstein has been a breath of fresh air. She approaches each story with the same care and thoughtfulness as if she were telling it herself. She not only cares about capturing the full story, but also about honoring and caring for the person behind it.
As a freelance writer, Janel goes above and beyond, understanding that she represents not only herself but also those who have entrusted her with their stories. She brings thoughtfulness, excellence, and genuine care to every assignment, and we are incredibly grateful to partner with her.
Gloria Lopez
Director of Marketing & Communications | Converge
I have worked with Janel on multiple projects for FamilyLife. Whether it’s script writing, resource writing, resource editing, or resource development, Janel is a joy to work with. I appreciate that she has a strong commitment to producing quality resources and is very thoughtful about the user experience. She is tough when she needs to be, listens to different perspectives, and will make adjustments in order to achieve the best product possible. She has a strong theological foundation and is committed to communicating biblical truth clearly and thoughtfully. I look forward to working with Janel again in the future.