Write for His Glory
Validation
We all long for validation. One definition of “validate” from Merriam Webster is “to recognize, establish, or illustrate the…
October 19, 2018-
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Writer EncouragementEconomy Class Writer?
I recently went to Rhode Island for some book research and flew economy class—of course. I am a writer…
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The Intentional WriterWalk in the F.O.G.
Recently, I was teaching “The World of Writing for Children” at a Christian writers conference, and during the first…
October 8, 2018 -
The Intentional Writer
Promotion is Coming
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life it’s this—promotion always takes preparation. That truth was never more evident…
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifePolishing Gems by Sue Potts
(Editor’s Note: Sue Potts is our guest columnist this month, specially asked by Carlton Hughes.) While on vacation in…
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Time ManagementFinding Balance
I believe life…or rather, living the life you really want to live…is all about finding a good balance. It’s…
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My Writing JourneyThanks, Tony Robbins
“Janine?” Where are you?” I don’t know why my husband asked me that. He knew where to find me–…
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Literary Women in HistorBeatrix Potter: Filling the Writer’s Nest with Tangible Inspiration
This is the tale of a tail—a tail that belonged to a little red squirrel, and his name was…
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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…
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Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Lynette Eason and Becky Wade
Romance with suspense or romance with glamour? Why pick one when you can have both? Lynette Eason I met…
September 26, 2018 -
Write for His Glory
Live in the Moment
I love it when the Lord uses everyday activities to teach me. Sharing one of many lessons on what…
September 19, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
Voice of Negativity
The voice of negativity is a plague for writers. I know you’ve heard that voice because I hear it…
September 11, 2018 -
The Intentional Writer
Is “Write Every Day” Good Advice?
Write Every Day It’s oft-given advice for aspiring writers. If you want to become a good writer, you should…
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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…
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Time Management
Tackling Time Management
When I was first asked to be a contributing writer to a new column on time management, at first…
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My Writing Journey
The Wavering Writer
Doubts assailed me as I stood on the mountain anticipating my first Christian writers conference. Fear tainted my excitement,…
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Literary Women in Histor
Laura 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 Unwind
Novelists 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 Glory
Magnets 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 Writer
Are 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
