A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Pop go the Pop References!
I teach Public Speaking to college and high school students, and one thing we talk about is “Shared Meaning.”…
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Devotions for WritersThe Launch
My time has not yet come. Jesus [John 2:4 9 (NIV)] A wedding launched Jesus’ ministry. His mom was…
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Award-Winning AuthorAward-Winning Author Interview with Theresa Parker Pierce
Can you share a little about your recent books? I had the privilege of being part of two anthologies.…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for March Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh is the show where we talk about all…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Overwhelmed or Overcomer
Recently, I was screened to take part in a brain injury survivor case study. During the brief interview, the…
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Writing for YAPlanning a Novel Series: Interview with YA Fantasy Author V. Romas Burton
V. Romas Burton is the author of two fantasy series, Heartmaker and The Legacy Chapters. Her latest release, Justified,…
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Book ProposalsWrite a Spellbinding Sample Chapter
One of the most important parts of every book proposal is the sample chapter. The sample of your writing…
March 26, 2024 -
Building Your Creative SpaceFinding Inspiration in New Horizons: Moving to Create Your Ideal Writer Space
It’s possible to write anywhere. Famous written works were written in a range of locations — from New York…
March 20, 2024 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for March Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh is the show where we talk about all…
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Magazine, Freelance, and CopywritingFrom Consumption to Contribution: Libraries as Centers of the Circular Economy
There’s little doubt that excessive consumption is harming communities and the environment. For one, the manufacturing processes produce vast…
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Marketing SenseWrite Blog Posts Readers Read
The most engaging blog posts have five elements: content, a title, subheads, images, and white space. If you haven’t…
March 12, 2024 -
Kids LitEven A Chewable Board book Must Be Accurate
Research for 181 words? Research and back matter have never been more important. Reviewers and consumers have access to…
March 8, 2024 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Taming the Inner Copyeditor
“Your the best!” “Let’s go over their.” “The Smith’s” Are you cringing? I am. Welcome to my world. Am…
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Devotions for Writers
Preach It!
Why are you in despair, my soul? And why are you restless within me? Wait for God, for I…
March 3, 2024 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for February, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh is the show where we talk about…
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Writing for YA
Interview With YA Author Tabitha Caplinger
Tabitha Caplinger is the author of The Chronicle of the Three Trilogy, The Wolf Queen and, most recently, The…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Divergence And A Writer’s Life
As 2024 rolls away, it is still not playing out as I hoped it would. It is a different…
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Book Proposals
Make an Irresistible Proposal
Every author has a challenge with their submission to an agent or editor. How can your proposal become irresistible?…
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Romancing Your Story, Writing RomanceA Rose By Any Other Name (Authenticating Details)
Once upon a time, when I was new to fiction writing, I brought a chapter to my weekly workshop/critique…
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Guest PostsSilence: Two Worlds Collide
I attended the Blue Ridge Writer’s Conference for the fourth time last May. I did not know if I…
February 22, 2024 -
History in the MakingJust Toast, Please Perfecting Breakfast Toast
Otto Frederick Rohwedder (1980-1960) and Charles Perkins Strite (1978-1956)—not exactly celebrities. Though, perhaps they should be. Their combined ingenuity…
February 20, 2024 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap For February, Part One
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh is the show where we talk about all…
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Magazine, Freelance, and Copywriting
Guarding Your Words: A Writer’s Guide to Intellectual Property Protection
As a writer, it’s always important to recognize your value. This isn’t just about appreciating your level of talent.…
February 14, 2024 -
Marketing Sense
Are You Making This Costly Email Mistake?
It seemed like such a great idea. Last summer, with four Lead Magnets offered on my website’s Home page,…
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Kids Lit
Reading or Reading Aloud?
Libraries buy quality books for all ages in the children’s department and hope to match the book with the…
February 8, 2024