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 …
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Almost Persuaded
“I was almost persuaded.”
Sad words, aren’t they? Especially if you’re the author who wrote the words that almost persuaded.
What keeps a reader from being persuaded by our writing–by the premise we propose, or the answers we provide, or …
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
Valentine’s Day is about romantic love, but today I’m going to talk about a different kind of love–the love a writer has for his or her readers, publishing friends and colleagues. You’re right, it’s not the love we have for …
An Agent’s Favorite Words
Blogger: Cynthia Ruchti
An agent’s favorite words?
A joke used to make its way through the family circle whenever someone took out a checkbook (remember those?) to repay another family member for borrowed money or for his/her portion of a …
Are You a Patron of the Arts?
blogger: Cynthia Ruchti
Over the centuries, a “patron of the arts” referred to (usually) the very wealthy and/or influential who commissioned artists, supported young or budding artists until they could support themselves, advocated for art of all kinds, and served …
Creating a Memorable Reading Experience
blogger: Cynthia Ruchti
Dinner with friends at a foodie-worthy restaurant. What could be better?
The lessons it taught about creating a memorable reading experience.
While visiting Nashville recently, two friends and I were privileged to enjoy what might well …
5 Questions Smart Writers Ask
5 Questions Smart Writers Ask
blogger: Cynthia Ruchti
Writers ask questions. It’s what we do.
Nonfiction authors ask interview questions, research questions, who, what, when, where, why, and how.
Novelists ask, “What if…?”
All writers serious about improving their …
Get Me Rewrite! 4 Tips to Start.
Blogger: Michelle Ule
Sitting in for the traveling Mary Keeley.
You don’t have to be a writer very long before you discover the need to rewrite your work.
The realization may come from a beta reader, a friend, your own …
Where to Find Readers
Blogger: Wendy Lawton
If you’ve known me for long I’m sure you’ve heard me whine about writers who spend their social media energy connecting with other writers. I keep ranting “go to your readers, not your writing friends.” But of …
Welcoming Readers
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Yesterday, I was reading an article in the CBA Retailers + Resources magazine (April 2015) about welcoming little children into Christian bookstores (to increase sales) by having a large children’s section with toys and books for sale …