Child's Craft, Uncategorized
Let Jesus Do His Thing
I traveled to India with Samaritan’s Feet earlier this year, which I’ve already shared a few experiences in this…
May 6, 2016-
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A Pinch of PoetryConsonance: The Sound of Poetry II
How you create sound in your poetry will make it bloom or wilt. The whole purpose of a poem…
May 5, 2016 -
The Writerly CafeWelcome to the Writerly Cafe
I’m excited to welcome each of you to the Writerly Cafe at Almost An Author. Here, you’ll find a…
May 4, 2016 -
The Creative Tool Kit, Uncategorized3 Simple Ways to Boost Creativity
Welcome to The Creativity Kit! Each month tips and tools to help boost your creativity skills will be found…
May 3, 2016 -
5 For Writing, UncategorizedWhere is the Best Spot for Writing?
By Doug Peterson Whenever I see somebody writing in a noisy coffee shop, tapping away on a laptop, I…
May 2, 2016 -
BestsellersBestselling Author- Warren Adler
[author title=”Warren Adler” image=”http://https://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/warrenadler.jpg”]Warren Adler has just launched Writers of the World, an online community for writers to share their…
May 1, 2016 -
Touching Soul and SpiritDreamers Wanted
Of the human experience, one of the saddest realities is the adult who never achieves his or her dreams.…
April 30, 2016 -
A Little Red InkWhat is a Proofread?
What is a proofread? I’m sure you know by now the importance of wisdom as you choose a freelance…
April 28, 2016 -
Specs: Speculative FictionPreparing for a Conference
Preparing for a Conference So you have respectable goals, and you’ve paid for the conference. Now it’s time you…
April 27, 2016 -
Uncategorized, Write JustifiedWhen 2 + 2 Still Don’t = 4
Now that you’ve mastered the basics of plurals (see 2 + 2 Doesn’t Always = 4), let’s look at…
April 26, 2016 -
Blogging BasicsFive Key Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Blogging
Beginning bloggers face a steep learning curve that can seem overwhelming. Because there’s so much to learn, it’s easy…
April 25, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorOne Word Can Make All the Difference Between Funny or Ho Hum
One word can make all the difference between funny or ho-hum. For instance, let me introduce you to four…
April 24, 2016 -
The Writer's PenCasePlot Twists—Part II
Last time we talked about all the elements needed to create a stunning plot twist. This time, we’ll talk…
April 23, 2016 -
The Ministry of WritingGod Uses Your Writing in Your Writing Ministry
The title of this post sounds ridiculous I know. I’m sure this article will get flagged by the A3…
April 21, 2016 -
Writer Encouragement, Writing ConferenceSeven Reasons to Attend a Writers Conference
It’s Spring once again and time to consider attending a writers conference. Of course you have many reasons not…
April 21, 2016 -
History in the MakingSurprising Friends for the Historical Author
By Sandra Merville Hart Let’s face it. Historical authors spend many hours researching – perhaps as much time as…
April 19, 2016 -
Tour
Blog Tour – Torry Martin
[author title=”Torry Martin” image=”https://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Torry-in-New-York.jpg”]Torry Martin is an award-winning actor, screenwriter, and comedian. He is also the co-author of “Of…
April 19, 2016 -
Pleasant Rosebud - Romantic SuspenseA STRANGER IN MY HEART (Thomas Garet series)
Local stations went agog with the news. A stranger in town gunned down by Ellicott City resident, Charles Taylor.…
April 18, 2016 -
Grammar and GraceFive Words or Phrases to Avoid
Lots of time we hear verbal patterns that may be acceptable (to some people) in speech, but they are…
April 17, 2016 -
The Efficiency AddictOn Writing: Practice Excellence
Practice makes perfect. I believed this mantra for years until a music teacher changed my mind. “Perfect practice makes…
April 15, 2016 -
Talking CharacterWhat’s In A Name?
What’s in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet. Perhaps…
April 13, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesHow to Create & Maintain a Blog to Build a Readership: Part 1
Savannah asked, “Do you have any tips for people who are new to blogging or would like to start?”…
April 12, 2016 -
Child's CraftWhat Children’s Publishers Want
What do children’s publishers want? That is the question that all children’s writers long to have answered. What is…
April 11, 2016 -
Create. Motivate. Inspire.Write, Submit, Repeat
By all accounts, it was a productive year. Articles were accepted for publication. A book contract hung on my…
April 10, 2016 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life, UncategorizedQuite an Odd Couple
One of my favorite television shows of all time is the classic Odd Couple from the 1970s (not the…
April 9, 2016