Writing Consistent Blog Posts
How in the world am I going to blog on a regular basis? That’s a question that many of you may have asked. The answer is that we don’t wait to blog until we are inspired. Your inspiration may...
Continue ReadingSix Things Editors Wish You Didn’t Do
I’ve worked with editors in both the magazine and book world. As a writer, you become part of a team as you submit and publish your writing. Your relationship with an editor is key as you become part...
Continue ReadingThe Beauty of a “Good News” Buddy
When I sold my first story to Chicken Soup for the Soul, I was excited on many levels. I sold my first story! I received a check for $200. It was in a real book in real stores...
Continue ReadingNegative Thinking Is a Writing Roadblock
Did you know negative thoughts can stand in the way of your writing success? A couple years ago I released a book called Unsinkable Faith: God-filled Strategies for Transforming the Way You Think, Feel and Live, and although...
Continue ReadingThree Things That Turn Away a Blog Reader
Today’s blog post competes with a lot of other mediums, but there are several blogs that still inform, connect, and delight readers. If you are building a blog community, it’s vital to create a welcoming environment where a...
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