Storyworld
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-
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Magazine and FreelanceHow 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?…
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Dear Young ScribesPros & 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,…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiThe 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…
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A Pinch of PoetryTanka: Poetic Forms III
Today we are going to look at another short form of Japanese poetry known as tanka. The short form…
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Child's Craft, Uncategorized10 suggestions to overcoming writing obstacles
We discussed the first three suggestion to overcoming writing obstacles in an earlier blog. Run, walk, exercise – stir…
August 17, 2016 -
StoryworldThe Speed of Communication – in Space
Last month we discussed various methods of communication in a fantasy realm. The general idea was that you can’t…
August 15, 2016 -
Writing for Transformation: Bible Studies and DevotionsHow to Build Your Theological Library on a Budget
The president of our seminary used to tell us that we needed over 1,500 books in our personal library…
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Magazine and Freelance
First Things First
By: Terry Whalin Many people want to publish their writing. After working as a magazine editor for years plus…
August 11, 2016 -
History in the MakingWhat I Learned from the Author of Charlotte's Web – Part 3
by Sandra Merville Hart Two months ago we talked about the author of Charlotte’s Web, E.B. White, and…
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Flash Fiction-Splickety, GenreFlash Fiction Endings: Satisfy Me, Baby
Flash Fiction Endings: Satisfy Me, Baby By: Teddi Deppner In fiction, readers are looking for a vicarious experience. Every…
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Specs: Speculative Fiction3-Step Plan for A SPEC-tacular Audience
3-Step Plan for A SPEC-tacular Audience By now you have already noticed the play on words, and I’ll admit…It…
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Pleasant Rosebud - Romantic SuspenseMARY HAD A LITTLE LAMB
The natural cascade soothed Mary and many days she walked by as she prayed and sought the mind of…
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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 -
A Pinch of Poetry
Haiku: Poetic Forms II
We’re going to explore a very short Japanese form of poetry known as haiku. This type of poem reflects a simpler…
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Writing for Transformation: Bible Studies and DevotionsDon’t Let Hebrew Make a Donkey Out of You
by Leigh Powers The speaker lost me at the donkey. He was a charismatic, engaging speaker who made…
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StoryworldThe Speed of Communication
Written forms of communication have existed since the first man decided to scratch something on a cave wall, allowing…
July 10, 2016 -
Child's CraftWandering Aimlessly in Writing
Have you ever wandered aimlessly in your writing? A friend asked me the other day what I was working…
July 5, 2016 -
Genre, Mastering Middle GradeWhat is Middle Grade, Anyway?
What is Middle Grade, Anyway? by Kelli McKinney When I tell someone I write middle grade fantasy, usually their response…
July 1, 2016 -
Specs: Speculative FictionFollowing Up After a Conference
Following Up After a Conference Well hey! You made it to part three! O thou hast come far… seriously…
June 28, 2016 -
History in the Making
What I Learned from the Author of Charlotte’s Web – Part 1
by Sandra Merville Hart I wanted to instill a love of reading in my daughter from a young…
June 26, 2016 -
Pleasant Rosebud - Romantic SuspenseWELCOME HOME (Thomas Garet series)
He snapped and got into real dark moods a lot, but at least he stayed. She had been irresistibly…
June 24, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesHow to Choose, Develop, & Research a Setting: Part 1
Setting is far more than the backdrop of a novel. It’s the environment that breathes life into a story. It…
June 19, 2016 -
StoryworldEducation in Storyworlds
Have you considered education? No, this isn’t an article about how to raise your kids, this is an article…
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A Pinch of Poetry10 Tips for Beginning (and Expert) Poets
Are you interested in trying to write poetry for the first time? Or maybe you’ve been writing poetry but…
June 5, 2016
