Devotions for Writers
What’s in Your suitcase?
“I’m going on a trip and I’m going to take an alarm clock,” Susie said. “I’m going on a…
May 3, 2023-
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Community Matters
After a few years of procrastinating, I recently decided to start working on my author’s newsletter again. However, because…
April 29, 2023 -
The Intentional WriterHow to Hook Your Reader from Beginning to End: A Review of Wired for Story
As writers, we want to grab our reader’s attention from the very first sentence and keep them reading to…
April 24, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeGallant or Goofus Writer?
I was an early reader and gobbled up anything I could get my hands on to read, from library…
April 6, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
It’s Okay to Ask for Help!
She stopped to adjust her baby on one hip while juggling luggage with the other. Her son came up…
April 3, 2023 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Grow as We Go
Earlier this month I learned an article I wrote was a finalist in the 2023 Selah writing awards contest.…
March 28, 2023 -
The Intentional Writer
My Best Tool for Describing My Characters’ Emotions
Do you struggle to find the right words to describe your characters’ emotions? I certainly do. Description and portraying…
March 24, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
What Should I Be Writing?
The other day I was driving and thinking. That can be a scary combination, but I allowed my mind…
March 6, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
Lord, Revive Me
My grandfather walked away from the Lord. Once a pastor, Pappy left the ministry and held a few…
March 3, 2023 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Take Your Time
We’re almost 3 months into the new year, and unfortunately, a lot of people have already given up on…
February 26, 2023 -
The Intentional Writer
How to Quit Striving and Work by Grace
If you’re like me, you often feel overwhelmed by all the things an author should do to succeed. Social…
February 24, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
WRTR, UR SPECIAL
Ahhh, Valentine’s Day . . . the holiday of love. Does it make you have warm feelings? Or queasy,…
February 7, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
Do It Scared
Our evening was going smooth, or so I thought. My son and daughter-in-love were going out on a date,…
February 3, 2023 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
New Opportunities
With the arrival of each New Year, we all have an opportunity to experience, learn, and go on new…
January 29, 2023 -
The Intentional Writer
A Powerful Resource for Moving Past Writer’s Block
All writers suffer with creative blocks from time to time. You may not find yourself staring at a blank…
January 24, 2023 -
Writing MentorsAn Interview with Writing Mentor Pat Butler
Why do you write? Do you have a theme, message, or goal for your books? I feel called, compelled,…
January 19, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
You Saw My Book Where?
For years, I dreamed of being an author and seeing my name on a book in a real-live bookstore.…
January 6, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
Burnt Cookies
Our cookie exchange fell flat. Usually boasting attendance of a baker’s dozen, one-by-one individuals backed out. Busy schedules, lack…
January 3, 2023 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Gifted
Now that Christmas has come and gone, most of us are enjoying the new items we received as gifts…
December 28, 2022 -
The Intentional Writer
How to Turn Writing Dreams into Writing Goals
As the year draws to a close, it’s a good idea to prepare for the year ahead. This post…
December 22, 2022 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Capturing That Little Idea
The turkey is gone and here come the reindeer. December is a busy month and not even writers are…
December 9, 2022 -
Devotions for Writers
The Most Wonderful Parade
Imagine the grandest parade you’ve ever seen. Maybe you’re watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in person with three…
December 3, 2022 -
Uncategorized, Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Appreciate the Little Things
As I spent Thanksgiving by myself this year, I had some time to reflect on not just 2022, but…
November 29, 2022 -
The Intentional Writer
Tap into the Power of Collaborations
Experts continue to tell writers that their email list is one of the best ways to turn followers into…
November 24, 2022 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
‘Tis the Season of Thankfulness
Even though Christmas items have been up in stores for what seems like forever, ’tis the season of .…
November 6, 2022
