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“What kind of books do you write?” my neighbor asked. I told her a little of what I’ve written, smirking she said,”Oh, you’re a Christian author.”
Afterwards I kept thinking of those two words, Christian author. I remembered penning words …
Spiritual Warfare and the Ministry of the Christian WriterRead More
Are you participating in NANOWRIMO this year? I know at least one of my clients is. I hope you are all doing well with meeting your daily goals!
As you work toward finishing your manuscript, it’s important to think about …
How to get your manuscript into shape after NANOWRIMO.Read More
Is your query or manuscript still marketable or do you need to shift gears to a new topic or update your existing one?
It’s not unusual for me to hear a pitch from someone who has been working on a …
It’s not far into childhood before we learn the “Ready, Set, Go!” game. Parents, arms extended, could simply say, “Jump!” and the toddler would happily respond. But even the rhythm and anticipation of “Ready” (not yet), “Set” (not quite), and …
Ever wonder what a literary agent wishes for? Let me tell you a few things I wish for on the last star of the morning or when I blow out the candles on the birthday cake.
Wish #1: That …
Let’s call things what they really are, shall we? No euphemisms or mislabeling, okay? What exactly is–and isn’t–traditional publishing?
I’ve noted an uptick in new publishing entities entering the market lately that describe themselves as “traditional publishers.” But when you …
When a Tulip is Called a Rose–What IS Traditional Publishing?Read More
Every story matters. Some of us have had hard pages in the stories of our life. God has been faithful and as a result we may want to share the hard parts with the hope of encouraging others. I would …
If you are submitting query letters into the sea of literary agents and editors and you aren’t getting any bites, the reason could be one of these below. Also, it’s important to keep in mind that your query is one …
Do you believe in coincidences when it comes to your writing journey?
I don’t.
I don’t believe that “a-ha” moments or life-changing connections happen by chance. Today’s blog is an encouraging reminder that wherever you in your writing journey, you …
Speaking and writing. They seem closely related, don’t they? And yes, they often are. A speaking ministry can lead to published books, and authors often find the need to polish their speaking skills to help connect with audiences who will …
