My Writing Journey
Sometimes You Need a Story
My life is divided into before and after. I’m in the after now. Eight years ago, this coming April,…
April 3, 2019-
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BestsellersBEST-SELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW with Sandra Byrd
Can you share a little about your recent book? Sure!! Miss Eleanor Sheffield is a talented evaluator of antiquities,…
April 1, 2019 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for March, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
March 30, 2019 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Laugh It Off!
After my accident, I learned one of the hardest lessons of my life. It wasn’t a new lesson, just…
March 29, 2019 -
Writing for YAWhat Is YA and Who Reads It?
At a recent writers’ group meeting, a member asked, “What, exactly, is young adult?” I gave the short answer:…
March 27, 2019 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Jill Kemerer, Jessica Patch and Rose McCauley
Jill Kemerer and Jessica Patch join me for a Behind the Scenes look at the Resort to Romance Series—ten…
March 26, 2019 -
Guest PostsHow to Build Blog Traffic the Smart Way – Part 1
When you start up a blog or already have one created, the number one thing you’ll want to know…
March 25, 2019 -
Blogging BasicsPopular Plug-ins And Problems You Can Avoid
When I created my blog in May 2012, I signed up for WordPress.org. One of the unique features of…
March 24, 2019 -
Romancing Your StoryShould Your Christian Novel’s Hero be Perfect?
When writing a Christian romance novel, should your hero be perfect? I entered a writing contest a few years…
March 23, 2019 -
The Picky PenPunctuation Series: How to Edit Modifiers
Presentation is everything, especially when it comes to the publishing world. And your presentation of punctuation is crucial to…
March 22, 2019 -
Kids LitCrafting Holiday Books that Sell
Christmas comes every year. And so does Easter. And so does Thanksgiving. And so does the Fourth of July.…
March 21, 2019 -
History in the MakingWell Done Jane Austen!
Jane Austen created some of the most memorable characters ever printed on paper. Without doubt, she is one of…
March 20, 2019 -
Devotional/Christian LivingRachel Hollis and the Dangers of Writing Christian Living Books
In 2018, Rachel Hollis, motivational speaker, popular podcast host, and entrepreneur, released her bestselling book, Girl, Wash Your Face:…
March 19, 2019 -
Grammar and GraceApart or A Part. Which One?
Do you stay up at night wondering which one to choose–apart or a part? I don’t either, but when…
March 18, 2019 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseKeep Your Readers Guessing with Red Herrings
What would a mystery be without red herrings? Boring and short, most likely. Red herrings are a writer’s primary…
March 17, 2019 -
Mastering Middle GradeAn Interview with Author Kate Ramsey
No two paths to publication are exactly alike. Over the next few months, I’ll be listening to middle grade…
March 16, 2019 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for March, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
March 15, 2019 -
Magazine and FreelanceThe Five Ps of Meeting Deadlines
Deadlines can be overwhelming. But with just a bit of preplanning, they can be managed without taking over your…
March 14, 2019 -
A3 NewsA3 Columnists in 2019 Selah Finals
It’s always fun to see who see the list of the Selah Award finals every year. Almost an Author…
March 12, 2019 -
Writer EncouragementProactive Writer
In my writing life, work days sometimes drift, without thought for being proactive in creating an effective work environment.…
March 11, 2019 -
The AfterwordGamifying Literacy: How Board Games Help Us Master Stories
Some people say we are living in the “Golden Age of Board Games.” Board games are a powerful form…
March 10, 2019 -
The Intentional WriterThe Power of an Idea File
Inspiration is all around us. We absorb it without trying, but serious writers are intentional observers and recorders of…
March 8, 2019 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiWhy Disabled Characters Should Be Included in Your Spec Fic Novel
What does “disabled” mean? Generally, it covers everything from physical limitations, such as blindness or deafness or not possessing…
March 7, 2019 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeBuilding It Up
If I have learned anything from writers conferences and other instruction, it’s that writers like me need a platform—a…
March 6, 2019 -
Embrace the WaitSurvival Tips for the Waiting Part of Writing
Tip #1 – Keep your eye on the goal With three seconds left on the clock all Tim could…
March 5, 2019