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Musings
I began
the NaNoWriMo challenge on November 1, 2007, determined to complete
the 50,000 words in thirty days as I had in 2004. (READ
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God's Glory, My
Story
As I held the book in my hands, it seemed that God had provided
us with an answer. (READ MORE...)
Review:
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
Unlike most books on the craft of writing, this book is designed
to be used after you've written your first draft. (READ
MORE...)
Conference Review
I never miss Calvin College's biennial Festival of Faith &
Writing, but it's hard to encapsulate. (READ MORE...)
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The
Write Way: Be a Bezalel and Get Published
As
writers, there is usually something that motivates us to write,
whether it is a deadline, hunger, inspiration, or publication.
Although the creative Bezalel did not seek credit for his work,
the Old Testament master craftsman provides us with tips on how
to become published writers, and authors.
(READ MORE...)
"Touching
Lives Through the Written Word"
Hillsborough (FL) Inspirational Writers One-Day Workshop
at Cross Creek Ranch. Saturday, October 4, 2008, 8:30 -
5 p.m.
$75 early registration; $90 after 9/1/08
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Working
with a Freelance Editor
You've written the Great American Novel, and it's ready for publication.
But no one else seems to think so. Have you considered hiring
a freelance editor? (READ
MORE...)
Elements
of a Successful Novel Proposal
The first time I was asked to submit a book proposal,
I panicked. All that stuff listed in the guidelines—market
comparisons, promotion ideas—surely that was only for serious,
analytical-type writers. My book was about a girl with purple
hair! (READ MORE...)
How
Not to Lead a Writing Workshop
My least favorite subject in high school was public
speaking. Now many years later, I was asked to be a presenter
at a library's writing workshop. I was flattered, excited, and
worried at the same time. (READ MORE...)
Writing
on a Theme
Many publications publish their theme lists and
seek freelancers adept at writing on specific topics. Some of
these same publications often print an entire issue on a single
theme. In other cases, publications provide a list of themes or
topics that they would like to receive on an ongoing basis.
(READ MORE...)
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Our Publisher!
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WRITER visitors, or SLW-Update subscribers. Visit
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Inspired Romance
Point of View (POV) is complex
and can trip up even a seasoned author. It's important that the
reader becomes drawn and attached to both the hero and heroine.
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Treat Your
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Sleep is a critical element
of our health, both physical and mental. Writers, like so many
others, often face periods of sleep deprivation or problems. (READ
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Check our
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Nuggets for
Personal
Journaling
With summer upon us, it's an
ideal time to reflect upon our writing. Specifically, it's an
ideal time to reflect upon change. (READ
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Poetry Potpourri
Oh, the joy of writing poetry. This age-long literature brings
satisfaction to the writer, and supplies the reader with poetic
expressions that few things can equal. (READ MORE...)
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