Trimming the Excess – Emotional Depth in Storytelling Deleting scenes from a manuscript is similar to cutting off a body limb with dull children’s shears. Well, maybe not quite, but trimming the excess from a manuscript is painful. The outcome, however, is almost always for the best; creating emotional depth in the story. The wordsContinue reading “Deleted Scenes: Crafting Authentic Narratives in Discerning God’s Best Series”
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Renewing Your Mind with God’s Truth: Overcoming Negativity and Doubt
Renewing our minds with God’s Word is not a one-time event, but a continuous process. In a world inundated with negativity and doubt, it’s easy to find ourselves overwhelmed by the constant barrage of negative thoughts and feelings. From societal pressures to personal insecurities, our minds can often become battlegrounds where fear and doubt wageContinue reading “Renewing Your Mind with God’s Truth: Overcoming Negativity and Doubt”
Green Eggs and Glamour: A Less-Than-Happy Easter Tale
Last month, Easter brought the usual festivities for our family—church service, egg hunts, and enough candy to make Willy Wonka blush. Ah, the memories. But this Easter, I couldn’t help but reminisce about a less-than-happy Easter experience from years gone by. Picture this: a small church, a bustling congregation, and my dear sister, the multitaskingContinue reading “Green Eggs and Glamour: A Less-Than-Happy Easter Tale”
From Innocence to Integrity: Thomas’s Growth in the Discerning God’s Best Series
Shaping Character: The Influence of Family and Faith in a Child’s Development Innocence is what I saw when I first looked into the newborn eyes of my grandson, Avery. Integrity is what I see now as he makes daily choices, even when faced with challenges or temptations to behave otherwise. Well, that and a goodContinue reading “From Innocence to Integrity: Thomas’s Growth in the Discerning God’s Best Series”
Being Accident Prone Means Learning To Laugh At Yourself
The ability to laugh at your accident-prone self is essential; allowing others to laugh with you is an acquired skill. Musings of an Accident Prone Girl
God Knows My Name – A Name Like No Other
When I shared my rough, unedited piece with my Writer’s Guild, my knees shook, and my voice warbled. I choked on my words as they hit me like the glass shattering in the story I told.
Christian Audiobooks for Free on YouTube
Christian Authors Share Their Audiobooks With Readers Christian audiobooks are a staple on my phone. I love being able to listen while I cook dinner, clean, do laundry, or walk. YouTube makes it easy to listen for free to many of my favorite authors. If you need recommendations, I have several you may enjoy thatContinue reading “Christian Audiobooks for Free on YouTube”
A Single Amazon Vine Voice Review Makes This Author Cry…Happy Tears.
Tears Aren’t Always Bad Authors put heart and soul into stories. I’m no exception. Some days, Imposter Syndrome kicks in, and I wonder if I am making a difference or if my writing is even good. Thoughtful readers who take the time to leave ratings or reviews help remind me what I do is aContinue reading “A Single Amazon Vine Voice Review Makes This Author Cry…Happy Tears.”
The importance of good character development in writing – Know your character so well you see their actions and can quickly put words in their mouth.
Hosting a student for Job Shadow Day was a highlight over the holidays. Abby, a local middle school student, and I spent several hours together. We discussed the book she is writing and her desire to publish someday. She has a strong story and a bright future as an author. I wasn’t sure what toContinue reading “The importance of good character development in writing – Know your character so well you see their actions and can quickly put words in their mouth.”
Advent – Expectant Waiting
Advent may only come once a year, but living a lifestyle of expectant waiting is part of the Christian life.