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    LAST DAY TO REGISTER-A Writers Retreat at your Fingertips-Jerry’s Guild

    Don’t have the money or time to attend a conference? Need training or a tune up on your schedule?…

    September 23, 2016
  • Create. Motivate. Inspire., Support

    Check Your Writer’s Pulse!

    It’s time for a check-up. Take a deep breath and consider this: What do you love most about writing?…

    September 23, 2016
  • The Writer's PenCase

    Seamless Self-Editing—Part III

    Let’s get our manuscript “publish-ready.” Refer to last month’s post for my definition. This time, we’ll look at basic…

    September 22, 2016
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    Keeping it Fresh

    I recently read these words written by an editor: “Also, do not be contended with the cut and dried…

    September 21, 2016
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    What I Learned from the Author of Charlotte’s Web – Part 2

    by Sandra Merville Hart   Last month we talked about the author of Charlotte’s Web, E.B. White, and the…

    September 20, 2016
  • Talking Character

    Body Language: What Your Character Is Really Saying-Lisa Betz

    If actions speak louder than words then a character’s body language is an important part of dialogue. And yet…

    September 19, 2016
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    Misheard, Misused, Misspelled Words

    This month’s post is all about words you might be hearing and saying and, consequently, writing improperly. We’re not…

    September 17, 2016
  • Grammar and Grace

    Confusing Words…Again!

      Yes, we’re continuing to visit confusing words because the English language abounds with them. Here are a few…

    September 17, 2016
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    Blog Tour- Ben Wolf

    Welcome, Ben. Tell us about your latest book.  I’d Punch a Lion in His Eye for You I’d Punch a…

    September 16, 2016
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    Emotion in Flash Fiction: How to Pack a Punch in 1,000 Words or Less

    “Find the key emotion; this may be all you need know to find your short story.” – F. Scott…

    September 15, 2016
  • Writing for Transformation: Bible Studies and Devotions

    10 Places to Find Life-Changing Illustrations-Leigh Powers

    Good teachers are also good storytellers. Stories capture our attention and imagination. They make us laugh, relieving tension. They…

    September 14, 2016
  • A Pinch of Poetry

    What is Poetry- Darlo O. Gemeinhardt

    The term poetry comes from the medieval Latin poetia, from Latin  poeta ‘poet’. It usually refers to the written…

    September 13, 2016
  • The Ministry of Writing

    Remember Your Christian Foundation: Seminary in 5 – Spiritual Formation

    Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…

    September 12, 2016
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    Fantastic Geographical Influences on Cultures

    As Tatooine’s twin suns slowly inch to the sand dunes in the horizon, a lone figure strains his eyes…

    September 11, 2016
  • Magazine and Freelance

    How to Increase Your Publications Odds-Terry Whalin

    by Terry Whalin The bulk of my magazine writing is done on assignment. How do you get an assignment?…

    September 10, 2016
  • Dear Young Scribes

    Pros & Cons of Signing with a Small Press

    I was sixteen when I attended my first writing conference. My goal wasn’t to find a publisher; in fact,…

    September 9, 2016
  • Writer Encouragement

    Will I Ever Write Again?

    Elaine Marie Cooper I don’t think there is a writer among us who does not ask this question at…

    September 8, 2016
  • Guest post archive

    When ADHD meets Discipline-Cherrilynn Bisbano

    “STOP!” I screamed as I grew more frustrated.  “I can’t focus! How am I going to get this book done?”…

    September 7, 2016
  • A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life

    Excuses, Excuses

    “Dear Mr. Blog Manager, please excuse Carlton for being late with his post. Life has happened. Thank you.” Sound…

    September 6, 2016
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    The Creative Tool Kit

    5 Places To Stir Your Creative Senses, Part 1

    Where do you go to have your creative senses stirred? No doubt there is value in following a routine.…

    September 4, 2016
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    3 Ways a Virtual Assistant Can Help Your Writer Platform

    When building a writer platform, few of us consider hiring a virtual assistant, or VA. Most of us are…

    September 3, 2016
  • Fantasy-Sci-Fi

    The Doctor Knows Best- Laura L. Zimmerman

    by Laura Zimmerman Allons-y! Say these words and any Doctor Who fan will be able to tell you the…

    September 2, 2016
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    Bestselling Author-Cindy Sproles

    Welcome Cindy Sproles. Congratulations on your debut novel and bestseller.  You are extremely approachable, and you strive to assist aspiring…

    September 1, 2016
  • A Pinch of Poetry

    Tanka: Poetic Forms III

    Today we are going to look at another short form of Japanese poetry known as tanka. The short form…

    August 31, 2016
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    When Life Imitates Art-Robert Whitlow

                You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Art imitates Life.” This makes sense because every creative person, whether writer, painter,…

    August 27, 2016
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