Romancing Your Story
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The Picky PenEditing Like a Director
Hello! How’s your editing been going for you? I hope you’re seeing great improvement, but if you’re at a…
September 22, 2018 -
Child's CraftNonfiction For Kids Is Big! – Part II
Last month we looked at an overview of writing nonfiction for kids. This month we focus in on writing…
September 21, 2018 -
History in the MakingIs Writing Historical Fiction a Good Fit for You?
I enjoy digging into the past, following bunny trails of history, and learning about cultures long interred and nearly…
September 20, 2018 -
Write for His GloryLive in the Moment
I love it when the Lord uses everyday activities to teach me. Sharing one of many lessons on what…
September 19, 2018 -
Grammar and GraceWhat’s an Interjection
Last year, we explored seven of the eight parts of speech. Then I took a break to address compound…
September 18, 2018 -
Guest PostsWriting with Family
Writing a book is a process. It began as a school assignment for my granddaughter when she was in…
September 17, 2018 -
Mastering Middle GradeBranding Basics for Middle Grade Writers
When you think about the word “brand,” what comes to mind? A metal tool used with cattle? A particular…
September 16, 2018 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for September, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
September 15, 2018 -
Guest Posts
Why Should I Market An Unpublished Book?
“Lisa, everyone is asking me when they can buy a copy of the book.” I looked at my friend…
September 15, 2018 -
Magazine and FreelanceWhy Write Articles?
When I began writing I had small children at home. I wrote in my head all day long and…
September 14, 2018 -
The Poet's PenWhat Makes A Good Poem?
All writing is about “words” but poetry uses concise words in a concise order. One word in a poem…
September 13, 2018 -
Publishing PerspectivesHow Many Pairs of Eyes Are on Your Book?
I recently finished making wording changes on a self-published book that had already been typeset and printed — or…
September 12, 2018 -
Writer EncouragementVoice of Negativity
The voice of negativity is a plague for writers. I know you’ve heard that voice because I hear it…
September 11, 2018 -
Platform and BrandingNailing Your Metadata: Categories
What is Metadata? Metadata is the information you give to Amazon (or other distributors) that instructs them on where…
September 10, 2018 -
The Intentional WriterIs “Write Every Day” Good Advice?
Write Every Day It’s oft-given advice for aspiring writers. If you want to become a good writer, you should…
September 8, 2018 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiFantastic Fairytales
Browse through your local bookstore and you’ll notice fairytale retellings are quite popular across multiple genres. These tales have…
September 7, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeJust Another Post
Clutter: (verb) to crowd something untidily. I have a confession to make: I am a clutter person. I once read an…
September 6, 2018 -
Time ManagementTackling Time Management
When I was first asked to be a contributing writer to a new column on time management, at first…
September 5, 2018 -
ScreenwritingFriction
Every writer has a desire to learn the craft, screenwriters more so. However, their journey is complicated by the…
September 4, 2018 -
My Writing JourneyThe Wavering Writer
Doubts assailed me as I stood on the mountain anticipating my first Christian writers conference. Fear tainted my excitement,…
September 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in HistorLaura Ingalls Wilder: Wisdom for Today by Kathryn Ross
In last month’s post, I shared about the disturbing trend of imposing modern standards to classic works of literature…
September 2, 2018 -
BestsellersBEST-SELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW — with DeAnna Dodson
Can you share a little about your recent book? The one I’m working on right now is called Flotsam…
September 1, 2018 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseElements of Suspense: The Cliffhanger
Once upon a time writers actually left their characters hanging from cliffs. In the early days of movies, when…
August 31, 2018 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for August 14, 21 & 28
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
August 30, 2018
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