The Intentional Writer
Is “Write Every Day” Good Advice?
Write Every Day It’s oft-given advice for aspiring writers. If you want to become a good writer, you should…
September 8, 2018-
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Fantasy-Sci-FiFantastic Fairytales
Browse through your local bookstore and you’ll notice fairytale retellings are quite popular across multiple genres. These tales have…
September 7, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeJust Another Post
Clutter: (verb) to crowd something untidily. I have a confession to make: I am a clutter person. I once read an…
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Time ManagementTackling Time Management
When I was first asked to be a contributing writer to a new column on time management, at first…
September 5, 2018 -
ScreenwritingFriction
Every writer has a desire to learn the craft, screenwriters more so. However, their journey is complicated by the…
September 4, 2018 -
My Writing JourneyThe Wavering Writer
Doubts assailed me as I stood on the mountain anticipating my first Christian writers conference. Fear tainted my excitement,…
September 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in HistorLaura Ingalls Wilder: Wisdom for Today by Kathryn Ross
In last month’s post, I shared about the disturbing trend of imposing modern standards to classic works of literature…
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BestsellersBEST-SELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW — with DeAnna Dodson
Can you share a little about your recent book? The one I’m working on right now is called Flotsam…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseElements of Suspense: The Cliffhanger
Once upon a time writers actually left their characters hanging from cliffs. In the early days of movies, when…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for August 14, 21 & 28
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Proofreading?
Often, what we intend to say never comes through in what we write. Sometimes our enthusiasm inhibits the thoughts…
August 29, 2018 -
SongwritingSongwriting: Learning by Listening to The Masters
If you take a songwriting class, the first thing you will learn is to read the top 40 charts…
August 28, 2018 -
Copywrite/AdvertisingWhat Aretha Franklin Taught Me about Copywriting
When I heard that Aretha Franklin had passed away, I felt the urge to listen to her hits. After…
August 27, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Heidi Chiavaroli and Bethany Turner
I’m excited to share two debut author interviews with you. Heidi Chiavaroli and I chatted a few months ago…
August 26, 2018 -
Book ProposalsYour Overview Must Grab Attention
Editors are searching for good writing and submissions. How do they find it? Several years ago I asked another…
August 25, 2018 -
Blogging Basics24 Facebook Groups For Bloggers
As a blogger, you want to share your creative content and continue to learn and grow. One way to…
August 24, 2018 -
Romancing Your StoryGetting Inside the Hero’s Head––Part I
Contrary to popular belief, the male is the key to any romance. The female is usually the “lead” character.…
August 23, 2018 -
The Picky PenHow to Think Like an Editor Part 2
Writing is a funny art because agents and editors (freelance and publishing house) tell us to write, write, write…
August 22, 2018 -
Child's CraftNonfiction for Kids Is BIG!
In the publishing world nonfiction is a hot item at this time. For both children’s magazines and books (especially…
August 21, 2018 -
History in the MakingElectrifying Fiction
The dark house looked lonely and foreboding as Ellen pulled the key from her reticule and fumbled with the…
August 20, 2018 -
Write for His GloryMagnets or Vacuum Cleaners?
One morning I asked the Lord for a verse reference. Exodus 20:15 – Thou shalt not steal (KJV). Really?…
August 19, 2018 -
Grammar and GraceIt’s or Its?
Almost three years ago, I wrote a post about using apostrophes. If you want to read it, go here. The…
August 18, 2018 -
My Writing Journey
Writing Like a “Tommy”
My writer’s journey began at age eight when I felt compelled to write a story about a turtle. For…
August 17, 2018 -
The Poet's PenNumbered Poems
This month I thought we might do something different and fun. I want you to write an 81 word…
August 16, 2018 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap Featuring Movies About Writers and Tom Blubaugh
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
August 15, 2018
