Building Your Creative Space
Concept 8: You Never can tell
“I’ve been able to work for so long because I think next time, I’ll finally make something good.” Alira…
December 13, 2021-
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Marketing Senseif you only have one marketing goal in 2022, make this one
If you’re already deeply connected to your audience…if serving them up close and personal is already your priority…and if…
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Guest Posts6 Broad Character types to include in your fiction draft
It’s no secret that a captivating assortment of character types is at the heart of any story ever written…
December 9, 2021 -
Kids LitHave You Considered Writing Board Books
Board books have extra thick coated pages that small hands can turn and chewing babies can sink their teeth…
December 8, 2021 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeOrdinary People, Extraordinary Callings
“Why me, Lord?” This question was something I often asked when I first felt called to write, and I…
December 6, 2021 -
Screenwritingdistribution Process
Recently, like many other Marvel comic fans, I sat on the edge of my seat awaiting the new trailer…
December 4, 2021 -
Devotions for WritersThe Holiday Backseat Driver
“At your times of rejoicing—your appointed festivals and New Moon feasts—you are to sound the trumpets over your burnt…
December 3, 2021 -
BestsellersAward-Winning Author Interview with Lori Altebaumer
Can you share a little about your recent book? Maribel Montgomery may be a lifelong Texan, but growing up…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for November part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)cheerleaders
As I began working on this post, I woke up one morning depressed. I couldn’t motivate myself to focus…
November 29, 2021 -
Writing for YAThree Gifts to Give Yourself Right Now
The gift-giving season is almost upon us! In all the planning for others, don’t forget yourself. I strongly encourage…
November 27, 2021 -
Book ProposalsThrive in the Quiet Holidays
For over nine years, I’ve been an acquisitions editor at Morgan James Publishing, a New York publisher. The two…
November 25, 2021 -
The Intentional WriterLooking at Target Audience from the Standpoint of Ministry
Writers are frequently encouraged to identify their target audience. However, we don’t always look at a target audience through…
November 24, 2021 -
Writing Romance 101The (Character) Arc de Triomphe
Writing teachers often talk about the story arc and character arc, meaning how the story is constructed or how…
November 23, 2021 -
Craft EssentialsProcrastination: A New Take on the Topic
“A writer will do anything to avoid the act of writing.” William Zinsser Every writer or published author has…
November 21, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseYour Goldilocks Moment
Whether you are writing your first mystery/thriller or have become a seasoned veteran, one thing remains true. Writing in…
November 17, 2021 -
Mastering Middle Grade5 Things Writers Can Give Thanks For
The American Thanksgiving falls in November, making now a great time for writers to count their blessings. I can’t…
November 16, 2021 -
Writers Chat
writers chat recap for november, part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Bow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 15, 2021 -
Building Your Creative Space
Concept 7: Dealing with fear
“We promise according to our hopes, and perform according to our fears.” Rochefoucauld You have every reason to be…
November 13, 2021 -
Marketing Sense
How to Deliver the Lead Magnet for Your Upcoming Interview
How to Deliver the Lead Magnet for Your Upcoming Interview This is the second in a two-part series. Part…
November 12, 2021 -
Proofed and PolishedThis Post Is Better
Have you ever decided to buy a certain product because the packaging assures you that it’s better? I didn’t…
November 10, 2021 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiUnderstanding your Elemental and Aesthetic Genre
What do you write? It’s a question every writer gets from time to time. Should you answer with your…
November 9, 2021 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life, Uncategorized
Pray and Submit
The text came while my wife and I were traveling home from an out-of-town doctor’s appointment. “I’m doing a…
November 6, 2021 -
Screenwriting
post-production
For almost 2 years now, the pandemic has shaken up Hollywood’s plans. Filming has been sporadic and movie release…
November 4, 2021 -
Devotions for Writersuse it or lose it
Thanks be to God who leads us, wherever we are, on his own triumphant way and makes our knowledge…
November 3, 2021