The Intentional Writer
Are You Clear on What You’re Trying to Accomplish?
I’ve been blogging for over seven years and in that time I’ve learned a lot about how to be…
December 24, 2021-
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Writing Romance 101conflicting your romance
If your planning your first romance novel, you’re probably thinking about all the great romantic scenes you can write…
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Craft EssentialsAre You Talking to Me?
“Don’t try to visualize the great mass audience. There is no such audience – every reader is a different…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseCovid – Changes for Mystery Writers
How many times have you read a book or watched a movie and thought to yourself: that could never…
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History in the MakingFIGGY PUDDING IN THE MAKING
If there’s Figgy pudding, it must be Christmas! Just ask Tiny Tim, the endearing child in Charles Dickens’ 1843…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for December
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
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Guest PostsHow to Financially Stay Afloat Between Writing Projects
Surviving a writing slump can be challenging. Getting paid by the word or the project hardly equates to a…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiTechnology and Magic in your Science-fiction and Fantasy novels
An important part of what makes your story fit into the Science Fiction and/or Fantasy genres is an element…
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Building Your Creative SpaceConcept 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…
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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…
December 12, 2021 -
Guest Posts
6 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…
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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…
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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…
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Screenwritingdistribution Process
Recently, like many other Marvel comic fans, I sat on the edge of my seat awaiting the new trailer…
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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 Chat
Writers 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…
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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 Writer
Looking 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…
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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 Essentials
Procrastination: 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/Suspense
Your Goldilocks Moment
Whether you are writing your first mystery/thriller or have become a seasoned veteran, one thing remains true. Writing in…
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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
