Are you afraid to submit your work for publication because it might be rejected? Are you submitting but getting more rejections than acceptances? Experienced writers will tell you it’s just part of the deal when you write for publication. I … Continue reading
Good writers are in the business of leaving signposts saying, “Tour my world, see and feel it through my eyes; I am your guide.” —Unknown The good writer, the great writer, has what I have called the three S’s: the … Continue reading
Have you attended conferences and workshops, yet you still have questions about writing and publishing? Consider finding a mentor. That way you can get personal answers to specific questions. Better yet, take a look at American Christian Writers’ Mentoring Conference. … Continue reading
“Tell me about your book,” said the first person I met at the writers’ group meeting. “I don’t write books. I write articles,” I said. I stopped myself before I preached him a sermon. Most unpublished writers want to write … Continue reading
Are you wondering where to start in your quest to get published? Maybe you’ve had work published but are looking for another genre. Consider writing and submitting devotionals to build your portfolio of published work. Prepare yourself by following these … Continue reading
As a writer for a local lifestyle magazine, I thoroughly enjoy writing a personal profile for each issue. For these articles, we choose an older adult (over-50 and usually retired) who is active in community or church or who has … Continue reading
January is the time for planning for the new year, isn’t it? This year, I just can’t get motivated to plan anything. After all, many of the things I planned for 2011 did not pan out. I’m having a conversation … Continue reading
What better way to start the new year than with a new book about writing! I know, you might think you have more writing books than you need. But there’s always room for one more, especially if it’s offered by … Continue reading
January 1, 1886 O God of Creation, Providence, and Grace, I thank Thee for the endowments of my creation, and for the Providence that has preserved my life and provided me with food and raiment, and for the Grace which … Continue reading
2011 is almost gone! That means it’s time to review our accomplishments and the major events of the year. This year, I find myself wondering why I am so driven to write. I’ve had little time and many interruptions in … Continue reading