Songwriting
Songwriting: Learning by Listening to The Masters
If you take a songwriting class, the first thing you will learn is to read the top 40 charts…
August 28, 2018-
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Copywrite/AdvertisingWhat Aretha Franklin Taught Me about Copywriting
When I heard that Aretha Franklin had passed away, I felt the urge to listen to her hits. After…
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Romancing Your StoryGetting Inside the Hero’s Head––Part I
Contrary to popular belief, the male is the key to any romance. The female is usually the “lead” character.…
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Child's CraftNonfiction for Kids Is BIG!
In the publishing world nonfiction is a hot item at this time. For both children’s magazines and books (especially…
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History in the MakingElectrifying Fiction
The dark house looked lonely and foreboding as Ellen pulled the key from her reticule and fumbled with the…
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The Poet's PenNumbered Poems
This month I thought we might do something different and fun. I want you to write an 81 word…
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Dear Young ScribesYoung Writer, You Are Enough
I was fifteen years old when I officially decided to launch my writing journey. I began by devouring books…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiThe Science Fiction Behind Science Fiction
Since the release of Star Trek and Star Wars, viewers of space-based science fiction have had certain expectations of…
August 7, 2018 -
ScreenwritingMessy
Let’s face it, sometimes life just stinks. Friends betray us, family walks away and sometimes the boy doesn’t get…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseA Mystery Conference near You
Did you know there are conferences throughout the country that focus on the mystery / suspense / thriller genre?…
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History in the Making
Naming Characters in Your Historical Novels
Have you ever read a fictional novel set in the 1700s where the main character is named Harper (22…
July 30, 2018 -
Songwriting
(Writing the) Bridge of Freedom
Last month, we discussed writing a song from a premise, and how our premise will dictate what we want…
July 28, 2018 -
Copywrite/Advertising
5 Copywriting Courses for New or Experienced Writers
Freelancing is the future of work, and copywriting looks like it’s the future of advertising. Freelance copywriting, therefore, can…
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Romancing Your Story
Crafting the Hero – Part VI
Nobody’s perfect, right? True. Neither can your romantic hero – or your heroine, for that matter – be perfect.…
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Child's Craft
Childhood Memories Made New
Inspiration for the stories we write often comes from our own childhood experiences. But, times change; cultures change; technology…
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The Poet's Pen
Is Your Poem in Shape?
Carmina Figurata or shaped stanza is a picture poem—a poem that forms a picture. In “CAROUSEL” by Jan D.…
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Mastering Middle GradeWhat a Retired Choir Director Taught Me About Writing
Do you ever sit in front of your keyboard, stare at the worn-out keys and wonder if anything you…
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Magazine and FreelanceAre You Using A Magazine’s Theme List?
Last week I was at a Christian writers conference. It’s one of the key places where you can build…
July 13, 2018 -
Dear Young Scribes
Insta-Savvy for the Socials: 5 Tips for Boosting Instagram Growth – Guest Post by Caroline George
Social media provides a new frontier ready for settlers. We gaze at its complex landscape of influencers, followers, and…
July 9, 2018 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
The Value of a Good Critique
Every writer can use a solid critique of their work, especially when they are preparing their work for professional…
July 7, 2018 -
Screenwriting
Keep It Real
My number one pet peeve with Christian films is their unrealistic characters. Christian protagonists seem to be too good…
July 4, 2018 -
Copywrite/Advertising
The Top 12 Principles of Copywriting According to the Voices on LinkedIn
Are you on LinkedIn? If so, let’s connect. If not, please join us. LinkedIn is your online watering hole…
June 27, 2018 -
Romancing Your Story
Crafting the Hero – Part V
Judah is the man for Tovah. To review: Tovah is a rabbi with rejection issues. Judah is an IDF…
June 23, 2018 -
Child's Craft
Readability—a Key Element in Beginning Readers and Early Chapter Books
As I mentioned in my last post, Understanding Early Readers, there are several markets for books for emerging readers.…
June 21, 2018 -
The Poet's Pen
Novels in Verse – Poetry for the Reluctant Reader
Have you ever thought of taking your poetry one step further by writing an entire novel in verse? What…
June 17, 2018
