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Contest Winners
Prompt and Perfect Contest Winner: “The Intercession” by Debra Celovsky
She awakened slowly, turning wearily to see early light framing the edges of the window blinds. Her eyes were red and swollen. She had lain […]
Writer's Journey
Are You Waiting to Write?
I stare at my laptop screen. I’m in between writing projects. No deadlines to spur me. No manuscripts that need to be fleshed out. I’m […]
Interviews
A Writer’s Pal in Platform Building: An Interview with Thomas Umstattd
July 30, 2012
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There are many writers who cringe at the mention of platform building and marketing strategies. But, with a pal like Thomas, writers can gain the […]
Craft of Writing
Writing 101: Concise Writing
Concise writing is imperative. Nobody said it’s easy. According to William Zinsser in his book, On Writing Well, “A clear sentence is no accident. Very […]
Writer's Journey
Not Today
There are time-consuming activities in life. Dusting, laundry, baking, talking to a friend, answering a text, checking life’s important issues according to social media. All […]
Author Interview
How to Blog Your Way to a Book Deal: An Interview with Allison K. Flexer
Anyone can start a blog, especially in this age of easily accessible technology and do-it-yourself websites. However, developing a marketable book idea that meets the […]
Writer's Journey
Our Stories Matter
January 9, 2015
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Think about the stories that move you. The ones that stick with you long after you read the last sentence. The ones that challenge the […]
Author Interview
From Blog Posts to an E-Book: An Interview with Dr. Andy Wood
December 12, 2013
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Dr. Andy Wood is an author, professor, church leader, consultant, evangelist, and seminar leader. In every role, he has pursued a philosophy he refers to […]
Craft of Writing
Mastering the Art of Crafting Effective Dialogue
The power of dialogue within the pages of a novel cannot be overstated. It’s through dialogue that characters come alive, relationships are forged, conflicts intensify, […]
