My Writing Journey
Lessons I Learned Along the Way
The fact I started writing a full-length novel as full-time student might seem a little scary, and you’d be…
November 3, 2018-
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Literary Women in HistorSarah Hale, Heroic History-Maker: The Pen that Perseveres and Persuades
With the November holiday season upon us, turkey tops the menu lists for traditional American fare at family gatherings.…
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BestsellersBESTSELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW with Debbie Macomber
Can you share a little about your recent book? My recent book. ALASKAN HOLIDAY is about a young woman…
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My Writing Journey
Am I Good Enough?
Talented. Well-intended affirmation sculpted my ego into a thin glass spine. Unaware of how fragile my assurance would soon…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for October
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)In Context
When most people meet me, they often tell me they can’t tell I’m disabled. Sometimes, they will never notice…
October 29, 2018 -
SongwritingCreation as a Collaborative Gift!
I have to be honest: I have worked with bands for years and years, and while nothing feels more…
October 28, 2018 -
Copywrite/Advertising4 Books that Fueled My Copywriting Imagination
Normally, when you search for a definition, you are looking for a way to narrow a term or concept.…
October 27, 2018 -
Copywrite/Advertising
Niches: How and When to Find Yours
Online copywriting gurus say you need a niche if you want to make it as a content marketing writer.…
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Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Welcomes Melody Carlson
Novelists Unwind Guest Melody Carlson has written over 200 books but is especially known these days for her Christmas…
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Book ProposalsCreate a Winning Competetive Analysis
“Can I really compare my book with a bestselling author’s book?” “Why do I need this? Won’t I shine…
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Blogging BasicsMake Your Blog Mighty: Attention To The Details
Do details matter? In the world of blogging, I would say, “Yes.” You labor over a beautifully crafted blog…
October 24, 2018 -
Romancing Your StoryFalling in Love—NOT the Goal
My name is M. Rose Gardner and I am an aspiring author of contemporary romance. This is my first…
October 23, 2018 -
The Picky PenHow to Take an Editing Break
In light of conference season coming to a close, I thought I’d take a moment and deviate from my…
October 22, 2018 -
Child's CraftIs the Story Middle Grade or YA?
A Quick Look at the Two Middle Grade: Age of readers: 8 to 12 or 13 Length of books:…
October 21, 2018 -
History in the MakingFinding the Setting for Our Novels
Searching for the setting of that next novel? I am in the same boat. My third Civil War romance,…
October 20, 2018 -
Write for His GloryValidation
We all long for validation. One definition of “validate” from Merriam Webster is “to recognize, establish, or illustrate the…
October 19, 2018 -
Grammar and GraceHow to Write Big Money
I was recently polishing my latest manuscript. One of the subplots involves a grant payout with large sums of…
October 18, 2018 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseWhat Does It Mean to Write Suspense?
There’s nothing more satisfying for an author than to hear readers say they couldn’t put the book down. It…
October 17, 2018 -
Mastering Middle GradeThree Things I Wish I’d Known
Do you ever stare at one sentence until your eyes start watering? Have you had to read that one…
October 16, 2018 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for September, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
October 15, 2018 -
Magazine and FreelanceArticle Writing Basics
People are often surprised when I say I love to write articles. “Articles?” they say. “How did you learn…
October 14, 2018 -
The Poet's PenCOME AND LISTEN TO A STORY – What is a Ballad?
A ballad is a form of poetry that alternates lines of four and three beats, often in quatrains, rhymed…
October 13, 2018 -
Publishing PulseBeware the Hollywood Stereotypes of Publishing
There seem to be plenty of people out there who have never published anything, but are happy to give…
October 12, 2018 -
Writer EncouragementEconomy Class Writer?
I recently went to Rhode Island for some book research and flew economy class—of course. I am a writer…
October 11, 2018