Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Baby Stepping
The proverbial journey of a thousand miles begins with the one step. But it doesn’t end there. Writing an…
May 7, 2022-
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeReady for Camp?
Writers conference season is upon us, and I have all the feels. I’m excited about seeing old friends, nervous…
May 6, 2022 -
ScreenwritingTight Writing
Tight writing has its place and purpose in all forms of writing, but more so in a screenplay. When…
May 4, 2022 -
Devotions for WritersWill You STep into Your Bethlehem?
Do you realize you have something in common with Ruth the Moabitess? We’ll explore that in the exercise.…
May 3, 2022 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for April Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
April 30, 2022 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Do the Work
Last year I entered a pitch for my newest screenplay into a competition to get an opportunity to pitch…
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Writing for YAWhat I Learned by Being on a Pub Board
I was flattered to be asked to serve as a pub board member for a small publisher. I’m no…
April 27, 2022 -
Book ProposalsTest & Revise Your Elevator Pitch
Over the last few years, many writer’s conferences have been cancelled, postponed or gone to virtual meetings. The good…
April 25, 2022 -
The Intentional WriterNeed Inspiration? Try these Writing Mantras
So many things can hinder our writing. Our lives are filled with distractions and competing commitments, while our inner…
April 24, 2022 -
Guest PostsHow Not to Write a Book Review
The rich used to be the ones who did book reviews. Everybody is now a critic. There are sites…
April 22, 2022 -
History in the MakingThe History of Writing Tools
Do you remember writing your first story idea or, maybe even your first manuscript, with pencil or pen and…
April 20, 2022 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for April 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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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseLighter Fare or Darker Stories
In a dark, and often discouraging world, are you writing your mystery, suspense, or thriller with a more lighthearted…
April 17, 2022 -
Mastering Middle GradeBuilding Platform
You’ve poured hours into building a plot, developing characters, and revising. Now that your baby is written, how do…
April 16, 2022 -
Marketing SenseHow to Grow Your Audience Using Online Workshops: Part One
Growing your audience can seem like an uphill battle. Hosting online workshops will help you reach your goal faster.…
April 12, 2022 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Write Ugly
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable and pleasing in Your sight,…
April 11, 2022 -
Kids LitWho’s Listening to Your Story?
We’ve all read picture books that just seemed not quite right – the subject matter was too obscure for…
April 8, 2022 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Win Friends, Impress People, Choke Up
In this space before, I have mentioned the importance of meeting new people and developing new relationships at writers…
April 6, 2022 -
Screenwriting
Cut to Finish
Last month I touched on the need for a lean screenplay. Lean writing is ideal for most forms of…
April 4, 2022 -
Devotions for Writers
What Makes You Thirsty?
Have you ever noticed how thirsty you are the day after eating an Easter ham? Matthew 5:13 tells us…
April 3, 2022 -
Guest Posts
How to Write Realistically Flawed Characters
Readers don’t always want to invest themselves in characters that seem too perfect or have no flaws. Developing characters…
April 1, 2022 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for March Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
March 30, 2022 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Risky Business
As March winds down and brain injury awareness month comes to an end, we are approaching the 25th anniversary…
March 29, 2022 -
Guest Posts
How To Write Blog Titles That Get Clicks
There are numerous cases when poor-quality articles have numerous clicks due to their catchy and attractive titles. Of course,…
March 28, 2022 -
Writing for YA
What I Learned BY Entering Writing Contests
Aspiring authors can benefit in many ways by entering writing contests. In this post, I will talk about contests…
March 27, 2022