A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Just Another Post
Clutter: (verb) to crowd something untidily. I have a confession to make: I am a clutter person. I once read an…
September 6, 2018-
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Time ManagementTackling Time Management
When I was first asked to be a contributing writer to a new column on time management, at first…
September 5, 2018 -
My Writing JourneyThe Wavering Writer
Doubts assailed me as I stood on the mountain anticipating my first Christian writers conference. Fear tainted my excitement,…
September 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in HistorLaura Ingalls Wilder: Wisdom for Today by Kathryn Ross
In last month’s post, I shared about the disturbing trend of imposing modern standards to classic works of literature…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Proofreading?
Often, what we intend to say never comes through in what we write. Sometimes our enthusiasm inhibits the thoughts…
August 29, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Heidi Chiavaroli and Bethany Turner
I’m excited to share two debut author interviews with you. Heidi Chiavaroli and I chatted a few months ago…
August 26, 2018 -
Write for His GloryMagnets or Vacuum Cleaners?
One morning I asked the Lord for a verse reference. Exodus 20:15 – Thou shalt not steal (KJV). Really?…
August 19, 2018 -
My Writing Journey
Writing Like a “Tommy”
My writer’s journey began at age eight when I felt compelled to write a story about a turtle. For…
August 17, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
Cracks in the Porcelain
A recent purchase of a new tea cup taught me a lesson about fragile beauty when I discovered a…
August 11, 2018 -
The Intentional WriterAre You a Intentional Writer?
Lots of people aspire to be writers. Not so many do the work to become one. The fact that…
August 8, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Through the Years
Has your writing training “ruined” you in some ways? Do you notice plot holes, awkward point-of-view changes, and overly-predictable…
August 6, 2018 -
My Writing Journey
Still Scribbling
I loved books before I could read and scribbled thoughts before I could write. Throughout my childhood, crayons, pens,…
August 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in Histor
Laura Ingalls Wilder: Truth for the Time
Have you heard the latest outrage in the world of books and publishing? Beloved children’s author, Laura Ingalls Wilder—turns…
August 2, 2018 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Your Voice
Last month I mentioned the ultimate goal of every writer, whether experienced or a beginner—we want our audience to…
July 29, 2018 -
Novelists Unwind
Novelists Unwind Interviews Jill Eileen Smith and Sarah Sundin
This month’s guests are both best-selling, award-winning authors who are renowned for their diligent research and compelling stories. Jill…
July 26, 2018 -
Write for His Glory
Interrupted
Why are we often SO surprised by how the Lord guides us? Or in my case, tries to guide…
July 19, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Love Your Writing, But . . .
The other day I got a rejection letter for a writing submission. Oh, and, by the way, the sky…
July 6, 2018 -
Literary Women in Histor
Louisa May Alcott: A Secret Place to Meet the Muse
The nineteenth century exploded with women writers expressing themselves in abandon through story and essay. Serious writers. Sensationalistic writers.…
July 3, 2018 -
My Writing Journey
My Writing Journey
We’d love to hear your writing journey. Whether you’re at the beginning, in the middle of it, or a…
July 2, 2018 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Between the Lines
Ever since I took my first journalism class in high school I’ve heard the age-old debate on how to…
June 29, 2018 -
Novelists Unwind
Novelists Unwind Interviews Brenda S. Anderson and Brennan McPherson
Shortly after I interviewed today’s featured authors, I learned they are in the same critique group! Not only that,…
June 26, 2018 -
Write for His Glory
No Matter What
This month we celebrate Father’s Day. What an awesome time to reflect on our amazing Heavenly Father and all…
June 19, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement…. Be An Encourager
In a solitary profession like writing, sometimes the thought of being an encourager to other writers might not occur…
June 11, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
What’s an Extrovert to Do?
I just returned from Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, and there was much talk about how most writers…
June 6, 2018 -
Novelists Unwind
Novelists Unwind Interviews Rick Barry and Jennifer Uhlarik
Since we’re on the eve of Memorial Day Weekend, it only seems fitting to highlight Rick Barry’s WWII novels,…
May 30, 2018
