Screenwriting
The Importance of Production Teams
We all have them, big dreams of writing a blockbuster screenplay and selling it for big bucks and one…
August 4, 2021-
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Devotions for WritersInvesting in Prayer Power
A man from the crowd answered, “Master, I brought my son to you because he has a dumb spirit.…
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BestsellersInterview with Award-Winning Author Lauren Crews
Can you share a little about your recent book? Strength of a Woman: Why You Are Proverbs 31 looks…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for July, 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)Find Your Unique Voice
One of the things I look forward to about attending a writer’s conference is meeting new writers and hearing…
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Writing for YAWriting a First Novel: Ten Mistakes Not to Make
There’s no one right way to write a novel, but there are plenty of wrong ways! Here’s a few…
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Guest PostsWays to Create Emotionally Intelligent Characters
As much fun building characters in a fiction story is, the process is equally challenging. Trying to create memorable…
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Book ProposalsHow to Grab Attention in Your Opening Paragraph
“Don’t Bury the Lead” is a common instruction to new writers. Literary agents and editors receive high volumes of…
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The Intentional WriterA simple Tool to Keep Track of Off-Screen Characters
As I was editing my latest WIP, I ran across several instances where my plot followed one character on…
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Craft EssentialsThe Life-Changing Message of William Zinsser
“Don’t say you were a bit confused and sort of tired and a little depressed and somewhat annoyed. Be…
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History in the MakingAn Unexpected Nugget
When doing research for a historical novel, you may find an unexpected nugget that could add some extra excitement,…
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Writing MentorsInterview with Writing Mentor Deb DeArmond
Why do you write? Do you have a theme, message, or goal for your books? I write because I…
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Platform and BrandingWhat Do You Want to Say, and How?
There’s a reason that one day you sat down at an empty screen or in front of a blank…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseUsing Novels as Craft Books
What’s the secret of using others’ stories to beef up our own without plagiarizing? I’m always looking to craft…
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Mastering Middle GradeAn Interview with M. G. Fantasy Author Andrea Rand
In honor of Independence Day, I wanted to do something special for this post to celebrate. I had an…
July 16, 2021 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for July, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Bow, is the show where we talk about all…
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Guest Posts
Blog Strategy for Sustainable Content Marketing Success
The foundation of today’s marketing campaign for brands is content marketing. The kinds of content that can effectively reach…
July 14, 2021 -
Building Your Creative SpaceMoving From Dream to Deal
“I have never worked a day in my life without selling. If I believe in something, I sell it,…
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Marketing SenseWhy Your Podcast Pitch Isn’t Working and What to Do Instead
No matter how dignified we are, holding our just-published book in our hands for the first time makes us…
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Proofed and PolishedSelf-Help Resources for Proofreading
Before you send off your precious manuscript to your editor, you probably want to make sure that it’s as…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiYou Need to Attend a Scifi/Fantasy Writers Conference
Writer’s conferences are, once again, gearing up to welcome attendees. These annual conventions (in-person, online or a hybrid of…
July 8, 2021 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeConferences over, Now What?
I’ve been to two writers conferences (one in-person, one virtual) in the last few weeks, and, boy, is my…
July 7, 2021 -
Screenwriting
Teamwork
Recently, a local writer friend and I decided to do a script swap to read each other’s WIP. To…
July 4, 2021 -
Devotions for Writers
How Do You Define Success?
Have you ever noticed how elusive success can be? I can receive a check in the mail for a…
July 3, 2021 -
Bestsellers
Interview with Award-Winning Children’s Author Melissa Henderson
Can you share a little about your recent book? My most recent book for children is Grumpy the Gator.…
July 1, 2021