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    The Writer’s Many Hats by Vincent Davis

    When you tell others that you are a writer, one image appears in their mind: you crowded over a…

    February 11, 2018
  • Guest post archive

    Language Difference in Writing by Sinmisola Ogunyinka

    A little kid screams, “I want my pop.” There begins a translation of what this kid wants. Someone would…

    February 9, 2018
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    Writing Convincing Non-Fiction with Diana Flegal

    Diana Flegal, agent with Hartline Literary Agency, joins us for Writers Chat to share her best insider tips for…

    February 8, 2018
  • Fantasy-Sci-Fi

    The Bones of Your Fantasy World by Laura Zimmerman

    For many, the new year often comes with aspirations of drafting a brand-new novel. Each new idea creates the…

    February 7, 2018
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    A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life

    Getting Through the Fog by Carlton Hughes

    A new year is normally a time of reflection, of goal-setting, of looking forward to possibilities. That’s normally the…

    February 7, 2018
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    Vigorous Writing: What Do You Do When Your Novel ‘Hits the Wall’? by Doug Peterson

    Marathon runners and novelists share one thing in common. They both have to deal with “hitting the wall.” Although…

    February 5, 2018
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    Story Foundations for the Serious Writer by Best-Selling Author DiAnn Mills

    Story ideas can be like fireworks. They soar and explode in beautiful colors…then their dance fizzles to the ground…

    February 4, 2018
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    The Power of Place by Kathryn Ross

    “… a hermitage, which is about an acre of ground—an island, planted with all variety of trees, shrubs and…

    February 3, 2018
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    How to Start Your Own Podcast with Jillian Lancour

    Ever dreamed of giving your audience the gift of audio? Ever since the golden age of radio, millions of…

    February 1, 2018
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    BEST SELLING AUTHOR-LIZ TOLSMA

    Can you share a little about your recent book – the story of a Jewish Christian woman living in…

    February 1, 2018
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    Watch Your Language, Content Writers! We’re Not Advertisers by Holland Webb

    Content Marketing (noun) def: marketing that tries to attract customers by distributing informational content potentially useful to the target…

    January 30, 2018
  • Guest post archive

    Why We Should Be Careful When Naming Characters-Ashley

    My two innocent characters were named Solomon and Sammi. I really liked both names and felt like they fit…

    January 29, 2018
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    On Writing: This is the Year

      This is the year—the year we finish the manuscript and click send. The year we commit to being…

    January 27, 2018
  • Genre, Romancing Your Story

    Crafting the Romantic Heroine––Part III

    Here’s what we know so far about Susie, our romantic heroine. We’ve made her Jewish, with fears of rejection,…

    January 26, 2018
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    Pinterest for Writers with Melissa Stroh

    Ever wondered if your attraction to Pinterest can save you time as a writer? You need to watch this…

    January 25, 2018
  • Guest post archive

    PENCON, Fifth Annual Editing Conference By: Tisha Martin

    The best investment is a good investment, but what is a good investment? One that has lasting personal and…

    January 25, 2018
  • Child's Craft

    Writing for Children – Helpful Books for the Serious Writer by Jean Hall

    I write for young children – picture books and board books. One of my goals for 2018 is to…

    January 25, 2018
  • WARFARE!, Write for His Glory

    Build Up, or Tear Down?

    Ephesians 4:29, one of my life verses, says, “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths,…

    January 25, 2018
  • Talking Character

    Which Comes First, Plot Or Character?

    Plot and character. Two halves of any great story. Both are critical, whether you are telling a character-driven literary…

    January 20, 2018
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    How to Prepare for a Writers Conference

    In this Writer’s Chat, Cherrilynn Bisbano and Victoria Duerstock share behind-the-scenes tips and tricks to help you maximize your…

    January 18, 2018
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    Blog Tour Interview-Dennis Bailey

      Please tell us about your most Recent Book It’s titled Army of God and it’s set against the…

    January 16, 2018
  • Genre, Mastering Middle Grade

    Enjoy the Story: An Interview w/Author Matthew Brough, By Kell McKinney

    Matt Brough is a lot of things. He’s a father, a husband, a pastor, and a sports fan. He’s…

    January 15, 2018
  • Magazine and Freelance

    Write An Evergreen Magazine Article by W. Terry Whalin

    What if you could write a magazine article which could be published year after year in different publications? These…

    January 13, 2018
  • Praying the WRITE prayer with Cherrilynn Bisbano at www.almostanauthor.com
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    Praying the W.R.I.T.E. Prayer with Cherrilynn Bisbano

    Enjoy this inaugural episode of the 2018 Writers Chats, where we start the year off right – with prayer!…

    January 11, 2018
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    Courage

    Today I’m feeling like the cowardly lion from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz—I need courage. Courage to face a…

    January 11, 2018
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