Dear Young Scribes
Tips for Surviving the 6 Seasons of a Writer’s Life
If you’ve been in the industry long enough then you probably know by now that the writer’s life is…
March 8, 2017-
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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 -
The Writer's PenCase, UncategorizedSeamless Self–Editing––Part VIII
As this series draws to a close, here are a couple practical exercises you can do at home to…
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StoryworldAnatomy of Grays: Sex
Jim held a gray spheroid up to the light. “So Doc, you’re saying the sex of this alien was…
February 13, 2017 -
Dear Young ScribesThe Writer’s Palette: How to Write Concise Description to Liven Your Scenes
As writers, we have the power to tear down the boundaries of paper and ink when we craft a…
February 8, 2017 -
StoryworldAnatomy of Grays: Alien Digest
The autopsy window allowed Jim a clear view of the good doctor’s grim work. The gray-skinned corpse had been…
January 16, 2017 -
The Ministry of WritingKnow Your Manual — Seminary in 5: Old Testament Survey
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…
January 10, 2017 -
Write JustifiedThe Common Comma
Plenty of ink has been spilled and battles fought over the necessity and superiority of the Oxford or serial…
December 26, 2016 -
The Ministry of WritingYou are a Bible Interpreter — Seminary in 5: Interpretation of the Bible
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…
December 10, 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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Create. Motivate. Inspire.On Writing: 5 Insights from C. S. Lewis
Need a bit of insight as you ready the pen or laptop today? Consider the following from one of…
November 23, 2016 -
The Writer's PenCaseSeamless Self-Editing––Part V
Writers write because we love to use words, but let’s face it––even though we say we write for ourselves,…
November 22, 2016 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi, StoryworldWorld-building From the Eyes of a Character
The carbine was still jammed and Jim couldn’t do anything to fix it. He finally tossed it aside and…
November 9, 2016 -
The Ministry of WritingWhat do you believe about the Bible? — Seminary in 5: Bibliology
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…
October 10, 2016 -
The Efficiency AddictProblem Solve POV with Color
Welcome to The Efficiency Addict column, helping writers work more effectively every single day. For the next few months,…
September 25, 2016 -
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 -
Grammar and GraceMisheard, 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 -
The Ministry of WritingRemember 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 -
StoryworldFantastic 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 -
The Ministry of WritingFive Dangers of Theological Training: Seminary in 5 — Orientation Part 2
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this…
August 9, 2016 -
UncategorizedWhen an Asset Becomes a Liability
The setting sold us. A property with mature trees and a creek running behind it. Even in March, with…
July 25, 2016 -
The Ministry of WritingWhy You Need Biblical Training: Seminary in 3 or 5 – Orientation Part 1
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…
July 24, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesHow to Choose, Develop, & Research a Setting: Part 2
Once you’ve chosen the setting of your book—which we discussed in Part 1 of this series—it’s important to spend…
July 21, 2016 -
Craft, Writing with HumorThou Shalt Commandments For Writing With Humor
Thou Shalt write with humor. But how? By following these two commandments from humor author James N. Watkins: I. Thou Shalt…
June 27, 2016
