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-
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History in the MakingThe Desire for Street Cars-Then and Now
In the early 1900s trolleys, otherwise known as “streetcars,” began popping up all over the United States. (For this…
January 20, 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,…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for January Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiStrike the Earth
Any gamers in the house? I’m a huge fan of games: the creativity, the challenges, and the competition, of…
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Mastering Middle GradeFive Writing Goals to Start the Year
Hey, all! Now that the winter holidays are past, it’s high time to focus on goals for the upcoming…
January 16, 2023 -
Magazine, Freelance, and CopywritingTaking Care of Your Mental Health in the Editing Process
No matter how long you’ve been writing, you know that your “finished” copy is really nowhere near complete. Once…
January 14, 2023 -
Marketing SenseReach Your Audience in 2023
This month’s edition of Reader’s Digest (Dec ’22 / Jan ’23) included a section near the back called To:…
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Kids LitLet Me Introduce…First Lines in Children’s Biographies
Not as well known as “Call me Ishmael,” but equally important are these first lines from adult biographies: “On…
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeYou 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 -
ScreenwritingScreenwriting Basics
Recently, I had a local writer friend reach out to me about how she could adapt her book into…
January 4, 2023 -
Devotions for WritersBurnt 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 -
Writing for YADetails, Details: How to Write a Rich Setting for Your Story
It’s incredibly exciting to have a new story idea. The characters develop in our mind and seem to be…
December 27, 2022 -
Book ProposalsWhen Your Book doesn’t Sell
I used to cringe when I saw the mail or email from one of my publishers. It probably contained…
December 26, 2022 -
Romancing Your StoryWhy Are Christmas Romances So Popular?
I’m sure you’re aware of all the Christmas romance movies that Hallmark airs on television before Thanksgiving into the…
December 23, 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 -
History in the Making
Some Interesting Facts and a Statue of Classic Author, Charles Dickens
Did you know Charles Dickens’ full name was Charles John Huffam Dickens? I didn’t, and Dickens is one of…
December 20, 2022 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap For December
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
December 19, 2022 -
Mastering Middle Grade
Just For Fun-The Christmas Book Title Game
Christmas is my favorite. I adore everything about it. I love the decorating, the baking, gathering with friends and…
December 18, 2022 -
Magazine, Freelance, and Copywriting4 Ways to Use LinkedIn to Get More Work As a Freelance Writer
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network. They help 8 people get hired every minute and host a range…
December 14, 2022 -
Marketing Sense
Yay or Nay: Should Your Blog Be on a Separate Website?
If your website is on Domain A’s URL (web address) and your blog is on Domain B’s URL, the…
December 12, 2022 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Flash Fiction FUNdamentals
Flash fiction may sound new and alien, but it’s been around longer than you think. The query that inspired…
December 10, 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 -
Kids Lit
Christmas Needs Help!
Ever since the Grinch stole into our holidays in 1957, authors have been spinning the “How xxx Christmas” tales.…
December 8, 2022