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Interviews
The Art of Writing Romance Novels
A good love story keeps readers turning pages as they cheer for characters who struggle to overcome the obstacles that keep them apart. Yet not […]
Critique Groups
How Do Critique Groups Work?
June 7, 2012
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Critique groups are the backbone of Inspire. Where the magic happens. Where inspiration, perspiration and determination face the music. Where writers discover their work is […]
Author Interview
Author Interview: Kathi Macias
August 19, 2014
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A writer’s world, which can often feel isolating and lonely, is enriched by fellowship. Some authors, like Kathi Macias, have learned to appreciate writing communities […]
Craft of Writing
It Was a Dark and Stormy Night: Four Tips for Writing Great Opening Sentences
As Will Rogers reminded us, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. This is never truer than when an agent or […]
Writing for Children
The Joys and Challenges of Writing for Children
June 1, 2017
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When people find out I’m a children’s author, their response often goes something like this: “Oh, how fun! I have always wanted to write a […]
Spiritual Life
Joy Comes in the Morning
How can God bring joy from a parent’s worst nightmare, the death of a child? It seems impossible, doesn’t it? That’s what I thought, until […]
Spiritual Life
The Holy Call of Writing
Margaret Laurence was a Canadian author and co-founder of the Writers’ Trust of Canada. She once went to her doctor for a checkup and he […]
Spiritual Life
Living an Intentional Life
2020 for me is a year of intention. Living on purpose, for purpose and with purpose. With my new resolve, every action or word this […]
Workshops and Training
Five Reasons to Attend a Writing Retreat
Every single time I attend a writing conference or workshop, I always hear the same thing: “I love being with my tribe!” “Can’t wait to […]
