Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for February, Part 1
“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it!” Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander,…
February 15, 2019-
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeResolutions??
Since it is the dawn of a new year, let’s discuss those dreaded resolutions. I have been resolving to…
January 6, 2019 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Hey, you! Can you hear me?
The other day in my Interpersonal Communication class, we talked about “acoustic space,” which is the distance your voice…
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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…
October 16, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Love Your Writing, But . . .
The other day I got a rejection letter for a writing submission. Oh, and, by the way, the sky…
July 6, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
What’s an Extrovert to Do?
I just returned from Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, and there was much talk about how most writers…
June 6, 2018 -
Writing with HumorBob Hostettler – The Making of a Humorous Writer (And How You Can Become One Too)
Author, speaker, and overall funny man Bob Hostettler has cost me too much money. He keeps writing books. And…
September 25, 2017 -
Writing with HumorThe Difference Between Comedy and Humor
I read a statement once that stuck with me: All comedy has humor, but not all humor is comedy.…
February 26, 2017 -
Child's CraftMay the Embarrassing Moments Arise!
We were just about to head down the aisle before my daughter’s wedding, when I reached into my bag…
December 20, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorMalapropisms — The Insanely Successful Yogi Berra Technique of Humor
Malapropisms “When you come to a fork in the road, take it.” Say what? A malapropism sounds more like a…
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Craft, Writing with Humor5 Easy Steps To Make Readers Laugh Using The Absurd
Ever laughed in an absurd situation or at an absurd time? Sure you have. We’ve all done it. Our friend…
September 24, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorThree Tips for Collecting a Wealth of Humorous Material
Comedians Jerry Seinfeld and Michael Jr. may never suffer from comedic block, but those of us less endowed with…
May 23, 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 -
Craft, Writing with HumorAdding Humor to Your Writing Is As Easy as 1 – 2 – 3: The Rule of Three, to be exact.
Adding humor to any type of writing is as easy as 1 – 2 – 3. Not 1 –…
March 8, 2016 -
Write JustifiedAre You Editing? or Editorializing?
Every writer needs an editor or at least a proofreader. Even experienced writers benefit from another pair of eyes…
February 12, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorFive Ways to Add Humor Using Juxtaposition
One of these things is not like the other. One of these things just doesn’t belong . . .…
February 2, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorMore Is Caught Than Taught: A Fun Way to Develop Comedic Voice
More is caught than taught. This truism haunted me as I raised three impressionable children. Now it inspires me as…
January 19, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorFive Tips For How to Use Humor Effectively When Writing About Sensitive Topics
In my last post, How Humor Helps When Writing About Sensitive Topics, I explained how working humor into the…
December 19, 2015 -
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…
November 18, 2015 -
Truth Be ToldGod in a Booger
“Mom, I think Tina could make a sermon illustration out of a booger.” I saw the two of them…
July 11, 2015 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeOf Humble Pie and Closets
Navigating the publishing world can be a humbling experience. We write a piece that we think is going to…
July 5, 2015
