The Efficiency Addict
Writing a Novel in Three Steps
A fellow wordsmith recently shared his method for writing a novel. I was so intrigued by his straightforward process,…
November 23, 2015-
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Craft, Writing with HumorHow Humor Helps When Writing About Sensitive Topics
At first glance, making people laugh when addressing a sensitive topic seems absurd, maybe even callous. But then again, a little…
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Journeying through the Writer's LifeTips for Catching & Storing Writing Ideas
As a writer, I’ve come to realize the value—and the elusiveness—of writing ideas. They come and go like beautiful…
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Journeying through the Writer's Life
9 Things for Your Writing Vault
We all know the value of saving for the future. The truth is that’s not just good financial advice—it’s…
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The Ministry of WritingImprove Your Writing With Your Spiritual Gift
If you are a born again follower of Christ then you have been given a spiritual gift or gifts.…
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Editing, The Critical ReaderWhy Did My Favorite Character Have to Die?
by Alycia W. Morales When I started reading the Divergent series by Veronica Roth, friends were conflicted over the…
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Have Words, Will Travel....Travel Writing 101Why This Travel Writing Site Rocks!
“Great travel writing consists of equal parts curiosity, vulnerability and vocabulary. It is not a terrain for know-it-alls or…
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Grammar and GraceHow to Choose the Correct Pronoun
What’s wrong with this sentence? Me and Cam finished the Army Ten-Miler. Me should be I, right? Easy. Most…
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Magazine and FreelanceQuery Letter Basics
When I first heard the phrase, “Query letter” I was confused and embarrassed. I did not know what a…
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The Ministry of WritingAccomplish This One Daily Writing Task
As a Christian writer I imagine you are like me and are driven with an overwhelming conviction and fire…
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Journeying through the Writer's Life13 Things that can Steal Your Writing Joy
Writers have a love/hate relationship with putting words on paper. Sometimes it’s difficult because of the process. Other times…
September 8, 2015 -
StoryworldStoryworld Governance: A Necessary Evil
The people in your world need governance. I’m sorry. I wish I could make it untrue, but a believable…
September 5, 2015 -
The Efficiency AddictPicturing Your Characters
As writers, we do many things to capture what drives our characters. We’ll complete questionnaires detailing their likes and…
September 4, 2015 -
Journeying through the Writer's LifeSit Down and Write – 5 Tips to Help You Keep Writing
Writers have a love/hate relationship with the blank page. Whether it’s a white screen with a blinking cursor or…
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Editing, The Critical ReaderCan a Novel’s Setting Come to Life?
by Alycia W. Morales Have you ever been reading a novel when it suddenly dawns on you that the…
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The Efficiency AddictTracking Your Writing Submissions
Today we’re going to talk about the benefits of tracking your writing submissions and learn an easy way to do…
August 21, 2015 -
StoryworldChristian Fantasy and Science Fiction: Alternate Realities
Last month we looked at writing fictitious, sentient creatures within our own universe. In summary, God has a plan…
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Journeying through the Writer's LifeWhat to Pack for the Writing Journey
Early on I discovered a basic truth for writers. Publishing is a journey, not a destination. This holds true…
July 8, 2015 -
EditingBe a Reader First
One of the key ingredients you should look for when hiring an editor is a love of reading. I…
June 25, 2015
