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Becoming a Better Writer is a Journey

July 18, 2019 4

“We’d like to publish your devotional.” My heart did a cartwheel when I read those words on a postcard from The Upper Room editor. I […]

When You Don’t ‘Succeed’…

October 22, 2014 Comments Off

A show of hands, please? How many of you have ever claimed this “promise” verse? Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will […]

What Material Did You Acquire?

January 19, 2017 6

According to author Willa Cather, “Most of the basic material a writer works with is acquired before the age of fifteen.” Her words hit home […]

Six Basics Tips for Writing a Biography

October 12, 2017 1

Choosing to write a biography is taking a step into someone else’s life for a long period of time. You immerse yourself in another life […]

Great Openings Contest Fiction Winner: Clem’s Wish by Hannah Prewett

August 15, 2020 8

Chapter One “Emmett Walsh, don’t you dare cheat!” I called as I kicked off my shoes. I grabbed fistfuls of the heavy fabric of my […]

Police Work and Writers Have a Lot in Common

December 31, 2011 Comments Off

For the past twenty years, I’ve worked as a 911 dispatcher. In the beginning of my career, I worked the graveyard shift at a busy […]

Fast & Furious Contest Flash Fiction Winner: Lily’s Gift by Lori De Jong

November 20, 2020 12

“Tilda, she’s so beautiful, don’t you think?” Tilda Atherton looked at the tiny infant girl in her sister’s arms. “Yes, Lily, but you remember what […]

7 Steps to Writing Great Book Reviews

March 4, 2015 Comments Off

Book reviews are intended to equip prospective book buyers with the information they need to make an informed decision about a particular book. A great […]