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News & Announcements
Announcing a New Writers’ Conference at Mount Hermon, 2022
May 23, 2021
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UPDATE: From 2023, the Writers Conference at Mount Hermon has a new name: Vision Christian Writers Conference. Visit the conference website for full details. It’s […]
Interviews
The Cure for the “Perfect” Life: 12 Ways to Stop Trying Harder and Start Living Braver
July 30, 2014
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If you’ve ever thought you might crumble under the burden of perfection (and who among us hasn’t?) you’ll want to meet my friends Kathi and […]
Craft of Writing
Edits are Murder
August 21, 2014
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Since writers are notorious for giving others advice, I thought it would be fun to dig up some of the most recycled tidbits on writing […]
Craft of Writing
How to “Study the Form”
You hear all kinds of slogans at writers’ conferences. “Show, don’t tell.” “Write what you know.” “You learn how to write by rewriting.” Those are […]
Writer's Journey
Does Passion Trump Talent?
July 28, 2014
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“The boy pulled the fiddle from its hiding place inside the wardrobe, opening the tattered leather case with care. Placing the wooden instrument under his […]
Writing Tips
My Toaster Hates Me: Four Ways to Unstick Your Writing
I’m convinced my toaster hates me. I place soft, fluffy bread into its yawning mouth, and I get a blackened lump of coal in return. […]
Encouraging Writers
Offering Encouragement and Opportunities for Teen Writers
“Why mentor teen writers?” It’s a question I get asked a lot. Especially by other authors who are as busy as I am working on […]
Writing Tips
What If … Coming Up with Writing Ideas
I recently shared lunch with a dear writing friend. The talk turned to our works in progress. “How do you come up with your ideas?” […]
Author Interview
Author Interview: Mary Beth Magee
August 4, 2014
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Today we welcome Inspire Christian writer, Mary Beth Magee. Mary Beth, you started writing for publication when you were just a girl. Please share with […]
