History in the Making
Finding 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-
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Write for His GloryValidation
We all long for validation. One definition of “validate” from Merriam Webster is “to recognize, establish, or illustrate the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Writers ChatWriters 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…
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Magazine and FreelanceArticle Writing Basics
People are often surprised when I say I love to write articles. “Articles?” they say. “How did you learn…
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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…
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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…
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Platform and BrandingNailing Your Metadata: Keywords
Last month we talked about categories. Now we’re going to dig into the other side of the metadata equation:…
October 10, 2018 -
A3 Contributor Book Release10 Ways to Deepen the Craft of Writing by DiAnn Mills
Writers seek ways to polish their craft and deepen their understanding of what makes a marketable manuscript. Dedicated writers…
October 9, 2018 -
The Intentional WriterWalk in the F.O.G.
Recently, I was teaching “The World of Writing for Children” at a Christian writers conference, and during the first…
October 8, 2018 -
The Intentional Writer
Promotion is Coming
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life it’s this—promotion always takes preparation. That truth was never more evident…
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UncategorizedThe Heartbeat of Your Villain
Every story needs a villain. Without one, your hero would have no reason to grow or change. But what…
October 7, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifePolishing Gems by Sue Potts
(Editor’s Note: Sue Potts is our guest columnist this month, specially asked by Carlton Hughes.) While on vacation in…
October 6, 2018 -
Time ManagementFinding Balance
I believe life…or rather, living the life you really want to live…is all about finding a good balance. It’s…
October 5, 2018 -
ScreenwritingThe Setting
One of the most overlooked components of a story, especially in screenwriting, is the story’s setting. Perhaps, it’s because…
October 4, 2018 -
My Writing JourneyThanks, Tony Robbins
“Janine?” Where are you?” I don’t know why my husband asked me that. He knew where to find me–…
October 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in HistorBeatrix Potter: Filling the Writer’s Nest with Tangible Inspiration
This is the tale of a tail—a tail that belonged to a little red squirrel, and his name was…
October 2, 2018 -
BestsellersBEST-SELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW with Allen Arnold
Can you share a little about your recent book? The Story of With is a roadmap for dreaming with…
October 1, 2018 -
Book ProposalsThe Why Behind a Book Proposal
No, agents and editors are not sadists. We do not ask you to write an extensive book proposal to…
September 30, 2018 -
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…
September 29, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Lynette Eason and Becky Wade
Romance with suspense or romance with glamour? Why pick one when you can have both? Lynette Eason I met…
September 26, 2018 -
Uncategorized3 Sure Fire Ways To Find Your Audience
When I started blogging, I researched examples online. I came across a blogger who posted one paragraph a day.…
September 24, 2018