Kids Lit
Yoo-Hoo Agents!
One gazillion years ago when I started writing on stone tablets, I never needed an agent to get published.…
September 8, 2023-
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeWhere’s the Light?
There’s a story of a family whose electricity went out one night. The various children tried to maneuver in…
September 6, 2023 -
Devotions for WritersVariety is the Spice of Life
All of you together are the one body of Christ, and each one of you is a separate…
September 3, 2023 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for August, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh where we talk about all things writing, by…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Take a Break
While working on this month’s post, I am taking a much-needed “rest” weekend. I am not talking about spending…
August 29, 2023 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for August, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh where we talk about all things writing, by…
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Writing for YAWriting Characters Readers Connect With Part Two
Last time we talked about some ways to write a character that evokes a deep connection with the reader.…
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Book ProposalsA Practical Story: Why A Proposal Is Important
At a small coffee shop, I met Joe Leininger who had traded for ten years in the Eurodollar Pit…
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History in the MakingPaltry Pickings in the Pantry: World War 2 Food Rationing
Louise stared at the nearly empty sack of flour. Her eyes flitted to a canister tucked in the back…
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Other PostsThe World is Not Black and White
Unless you’re a whale, walrus, or flat haired rat, your world is not black and white. And since none…
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Is It Too Late?Do You FAce Writer’s Slam?
When a restaurant has too many people show up at one time to eat, they say they’re getting slammed.…
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Mastering Middle GradeWhy You should Tackle Tough Topics in Middle Grade Writing
If you love middle grade novels, you’re probably familiar with some of the unique characteristics of this genre. You…
August 16, 2023 -
Magazine, Freelance, and Copywriting
Writing in the Era of AI: Balancing Opportunity and Uncertainty
Artificial intelligence (AI) has changed the writing world forever. In the past year, AI has transformed from a niche…
August 14, 2023 -
Marketing SenseWhat to Include in Your Home Page’s “Above the Fold” Area
Are you pleased with your website’s Home page? The way it looks, its design, and most important, its effectiveness?…
August 12, 2023 -
Kids Lit
Inside the Ten-Foot Line: Conception to Publication Part One
As I wrote this article, I got an email from my publisher letting me know that the pre-order sales…
August 9, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Sunnyside Up
“Walking on Sunshine” “You are my Sunshine” “Keep on the Sunny Side” Okay, which one are you singing right…
August 6, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
The Fugitive
“Nooooo,” she wailed. “It would hurt too much.” My eight-year-old granddaughter could not be convinced to soak her foot.…
August 3, 2023 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for July
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
July 31, 2023 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Try Something New
After returning from this year’s Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writing Conference (BRMCWC), I was excited about the new writing…
July 29, 2023 -
Writing for YA
Five Things You Must Do To Reach Teen Readers
Sometimes it’s hard to remember all the emotions, feelings, and concerns that young teens have. Times change, attitudes change,…
July 27, 2023 -
Book Proposals
The Difference Between a Fiction or Nonfiction proposal
Possibly you are an author who writes nonfiction and fiction. Because I’ve worked in both areas of the market—fiction…
July 25, 2023 -
The Intentional WriterWant The Inside Scoop on Writing Mysteries?
When I sat down to write my first mystery, I knew I needed a guide. I’d written a few…
July 24, 2023 -
Mastering Middle Grade
How to Make a Cliché Work for You
In middle grade novels, do you know what gets my goat? Stories riddled with clichés. Let’s address the elephant…
July 16, 2023 -
Magazine, Freelance, and CopywritingHow eBook Authors Can Connect with & Grow Their Reader Base
The advent of eReaders and the rise of social media means that, as an eBook writer, you can reach…
July 15, 2023 -
Marketing Sense
How to Serve Multiple Audience Categories via One Email
(NOTE: This doesn’t apply to multiple audiences. They rarely have sustainable, overlapping needs.) Serving multiple audience categories via email…
July 12, 2023