From the Archive
Our Stories Matter
Think about the stories that move you. The ones that stick with you long after you read the last sentence. The ones that challenge the […]
How Writing Is Like Exercising
The cell phone alarm beeps me into consciousness at 5:20 am. Yes, it’s o-dark-thirty and I’m waking up to go to spin class. Why? That’s […]
Writing for Your Readers
Who do you write for? The reader, right? I used to think I did, but I was wrong. I went through five stages during the […]
Become a Writer In Residence
Do you dream of uninterrupted writing time, surrounded by nature’s beauty? Would you benefit from living and writing for several weeks among a community of […]
Life on the Ledge or Leaning on the Lord?
Have you ever felt like the writing road is lined with ledges? I certainly have. I felt like I was living on the Ledge for […]
Why Writers Need Critique Groups
Attend a writers’ conference or read a book on craft and you’ll receive this advice: “If you’re serious about writing, join a critique group.” The […]
How to Convert Your Manuscript from Word to Kindle Format in 5 Easy Steps (Part 2)
In the first part of this series, we looked at some initial considerations when preparing a manuscript for Kindle. Today, we’ll be covering Steps 1-3 […]
How to Blog Your Way to a Book Deal: An Interview with Allison K. Flexer
Anyone can start a blog, especially in this age of easily accessible technology and do-it-yourself websites. However, developing a marketable book idea that meets the […]
Cinderella: a Writer’s Journey
In a day where technology is racing along at the speed of light and publishing houses are playing the odds on e-books—while scrambling to stay […]


