Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!
“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”
10 Ways to Win at Writers Contests with Julie Lavender
To enter or not to enter? Often writers struggle with this question when it comes to writing contests. Author Julie Lavender joins Writers Chat to share a treasure trove of tips and information on entering contests, especially at conferences. Benefits, costs, guidelines, are just a few of the topics Julie covers. If you’re contemplating entering a contest now in or the future, this episode is for you.
Watch the March 29th Replay
Julie Lavender is the author of 365 Ways to Love Your Child: Turning Little Moments into Lasting Memories, published by Revell, and Children’s Bible Stories for Bedtime, published by a Penguin Random House imprint. She recently spoke on a Focus on the Family Broadcast about showing love to a child and would be honored if you’d check out the interview here: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/epis…. Julie, the author of 1000+ newspaper and magazine articles, has a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and is a wife, mom, and grandmommy.
Come Write With Us: Poetry
Poets Rachael M. Colby and Patricia Tiffany Morris share various elements of poetry, introduce unfamiliar forms (such as reverse poetry and blacked-out poetry) and guide us through writing poems with a couple different exercises to try. Even if you don’t think of yourself as a poet, this episode will deepen your understanding of using descriptive language in your writing. Besides, you may be a poet who doesn’t know it!
Watch the April 5th replay.
Rachael M. Colby, born and raised in Jamaica, an award-winning writer, wife, mom, beach bum, and artist. She writes to glorify God, encourage believers, and reach the lost. She connects culture’s questions with Christianity’s answers, inspires faith, and motivates through articles, devotions, poetry, and interviews. Her work has appeared on Southern Ohio Christian Voice, Inkspirations Online, Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference Blog, and the Oak Ridger newspaper. You can connect with Rachael on social media or her website, https://tattooitonyourheart.com.
Patricia Tiffany Morris, writer, artist, and brainstorming creative. Her eclectic awards from 2019-2021 ranged from poetry, short fiction, children’s stories, to suspense and inspirational prose. Earning first place at Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference (BRMCWC) in 2021 for her split-time novel. Patricia also holds publishing credits at The Ekphrastic Review, Word Weavers Int, Lyrical Iowa, and Guideposts. Now an empty-nester, she’s inspired by her rhyming husband. Connect with Patricia on social media or https://www.patriciatiffanymorris.com.
Co-Authoring – Am I Meant to Work with Another Author? With Hope Bolinger
In this episode of Writers Chat, multi-published acquisitions editor Hope Bolinger, brings a wealth of knowledge to the subject of co-authoring. She’s co-authored eight of her eighteen books. From details on the nuances of co-authoring to its unique challenges and advantages, Hope sheds an exuberant light on the subject. If you’ve ever thought about co-authoring, then this episode will help you decide if working with another author is the right path for you.
Watch the April 12th replay.
Hope Bolinger is a Managing & Acquisitions Editor at End Game Press. More than 1300 of her works have been featured in various publications ranging from Writer’s Digest to Keys for Kids. She has worked for various publishing companies, magazines, newspapers, and literary agencies and has edited the work of authors such as Jerry B. Jenkins and Michelle Medlock Adams. Find out more about her at hopebolinger.com
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