Tag Archives: Heidi Gray McGill

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.”

The Power of Influence of a Review

The Ghost and Mrs. Muir—What made me watch this 1947 film with Gene Tierney and Rex Harrison Have you ever read a book or watched a movie that you normally wouldn’t? Recently, I did. I’m not a huge old film fan, but I recently watched a movie I would not have typically chosen, Why isContinue reading “The Power of Influence of a Review”

Friends Author Heidi Gray McGill and Jennifer Sienes chat on Between the Lines podcast about Heidi’s newest release, A Deeper Love.

Friendship among authors is a blessing, but you rarely connect outside social media. Jennifer and Heidi met in person at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer’s Conference and realized they have much in common–Christ being the most significant commonality.

Average, but Obedient – Heidi shares her heart in an Association of Christian Fiction Writers Post

When I started this writing journey, I had one goal—to honor my commitment to the Lord to
spread the gospel. Writing became my platform to share my faith. To succeed, I only needed to
be obedient.

Being an author can be a lonely business unless you surround yourself with like-minded ministry partners.

When I was little, serving God seemed daunting and, to be quite honest, difficult. So, how is it that I wake every morning and get to glorify my Lord and Savior with my words? I never expected God would bless my faithfulness. To understand those words, you need to know I struggled through High School,Continue reading “Being an author can be a lonely business unless you surround yourself with like-minded ministry partners.”

Where do you want to go? Teenagers, manual transmissions, and letting your children go and grow.

My oldest daughter’s first car was the family stick shift. By the time she got her license, she’d driven hundreds of hours in all types of terrain, weather, and levels of visibility. I know because we made her get behind the wheel at every opportunity. She passed her driver’s test the same year I gaveContinue reading “Where do you want to go? Teenagers, manual transmissions, and letting your children go and grow.”

A Letter From China – Am I Brave Enough To Risk It All? Being unapologetically passionate about God and His work in my life.

With all we hear about China and how difficult it is for the body of Christ to meet corporately, I was pleasantly surprised to hear the church there is growing. My friend sent me an email recently and shared how God is moving in her country. She reminded me that individuals make up the church,Continue reading “A Letter From China – Am I Brave Enough To Risk It All? Being unapologetically passionate about God and His work in my life.”

I am the daughter of the King, and I will act accordingly.

Through the twists and turns of life, you will not always be surrounded by what makes you happy. Every decision you make won’t be perfect. Not everything you set out to accomplish will end in victory. Things won’t always turn out as you expected. You won’t be able to control every circumstance. You will, however,Continue reading “I am the daughter of the King, and I will act accordingly.”

Following God’s direction when life changes yours: What now? What is God’s best for me? How do I hear His voice?

Some say it takes me extra moments of application to understand new concepts. I confess I’m painfully slow at learning something new. My preference in most things is to wade into the pool of information rather than jumping straight into the new venture or concept. I test the waters, watch how others do it, andContinue reading “Following God’s direction when life changes yours: What now? What is God’s best for me? How do I hear His voice?”