Writing for YA
Writers Gotta Read: Where to Find Book Recs and A Short List of Suggested Reading for YA Authors
I cannot remember the books I’ve read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have…
September 27, 2020-
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Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews with Liz Johnson & Jane Kirkpatrick
Liz Johnson shares the story behind the story of A Dazzle of Diamonds, the latest novel in her popular…
September 26, 2020 -
Book ProposalsDiscover the Power of Asking
Writing is a solitary profession and the majority of writers are introverts. Book proposals are a powerful business tool…
September 25, 2020 -
Guest PostsReader, I…? Writing in the First Person
In Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird (1960), the character Atticus Finch says, “You never really understand a person…
September 24, 2020 -
Romancing Your StoryShould Your Romance Contain a Trope?
In case you’re unfamiliar with the word trope, let’s define it. A trope is a character trait or plot…
September 23, 2020 -
History in the MakingReverential Capitalization, or God and Pronouns
An interesting thing happened to me on my way to being traditionally published. During my most recent edit, the…
September 20, 2020 -
Devotional/Christian Living
The Cold Call: How to Approach a Church or Women’s Group for Speaking Opportunities
Recently in a devotional/Christian living blogger Facebook group, a woman asked how she could find speaking engagements. She has…
September 19, 2020 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseThe Power of Facial Expressions
Facial expressions speak louder than words, and yet, they don’t make a sound. In most cases, faces convey an…
September 17, 2020 -
Mastering Middle GradeMiddle Grade Goes Back to School
Ready or not, September means it is time for heading back to school. As an adult, the phrase “back…
September 16, 2020 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for September, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
September 15, 2020 -
Magazine and FreelanceA Writer’s Bio – The Most Valuable Piece of Real Estate on the Block
Many writers assume that the value of their article is the payment they receive for writing it. The opposite…
September 14, 2020 -
Courting the MuseWhy Your “Bad” Writing Holds the Key to Curing Writer’s Block
Long before the pandemic began, I used to drop into the occasional adult beginner ballet class. There, I’d stretch…
September 13, 2020 -
Writer EncouragementTop Five Books to Encourage Writers
Expect rejection, and don’t take it personally. Just keep writing. God is in control. This is my mantra. Most…
September 11, 2020 -
Proofed and PolishedProofed and Polished: Tips on self-proofing for a flawless product
A Scenario… Finally! You sit back in your chair and breathe a sigh of relief. The project is done,…
September 10, 2020 -
Becoming an AuthorActing Techniques to Deepen Your Writing – Part 4: Career
As an actress, I’ve always been fascinated with the many ways in which the craft of acting can compare…
September 9, 2020 -
The Intentional WriterBoost Creativity by Increasing Diversity
Do you want to take your creativity and problem-solving abilities to a new level? Diversify your inputs. Increasing the…
September 8, 2020 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiHow Genre Impacts Your Character Development
Sometimes it’s easy to think character development looks similar across genres. And for the reader, it usually does. Even…
September 7, 2020 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeBam! Pow! Zap! Batman and Clever Writing
During my senior year of college, I took a class called “Psychology of Advertising,” taught by a first-time adjunct…
September 6, 2020 -
Embrace the WaitSurvival Tips for the Waiting Part of Writing Tip #19 – Remain teachable
My dear Mother-In-Law is ninety years old, but she’s not like any senior citizen you’ve ever met. Power suits,…
September 5, 2020 -
ScreenwritingOn the Rise
Six months ago when the pandemic first came to America, scientists and medical professionals thought that once the temperatures…
September 4, 2020 -
Devotions for WritersWhen Words Mean Life or Death
“The king’s scribes were called… and it was written… to every province according to its script, and to every…
September 3, 2020 -
BestsellersInterview with Award-Winning Author Kevin Wayne Johnson
Can you share a little about your recent book? Leadership with a Servant’s Heart is about being a servant…
September 1, 2020 -
Guest Posts
How Authors Can Market a Book with No Budget
The biggest misconception that most authors have is that they need to have hundreds or thousands of dollars to…
August 31, 2020 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for August, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
August 30, 2020 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Don’t Get Comfortable
My first week home from the rehab hospital, I suffered a seizure. It took days before I could feel…
August 29, 2020