Recently I had the privilege to share my writing journey as a Feature Story with Jim Barnes of Independent Publisher Online. I wanted to convey my hope for you, Readers and Friends, in my writing (and my life, as well), that you would know that you are valuable and loved by God, even when you make mistakes and struggle with strongholds. We can ALL overcome through the mighty … [Read more...] about On a Mission to Share Through Writing
Christian Writing
Jesus’ Gift of Fiction
The Importance of Christian Fiction Jesus penned 46 parables. Parables are short fiction stories that help moral truths infiltrate the audience. Although He didn’t write them down personally, they left such an impact on His followers that they included them in their four Gospel accounts. par·a·ble Noun a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual … [Read more...] about Jesus’ Gift of Fiction
5 Differences Between Writing Fiction and Non-fiction
I have been writing nonfiction and fiction books for twelve years now, and although the external process of sitting alone at the computer for hours and hours is exactly the same, the logistical and emotional expression of each genre is vastly different. Here is a list of five things to consider when writing both nonfiction and fiction. 1. Real vs. Imaginary: … [Read more...] about 5 Differences Between Writing Fiction and Non-fiction
The House of Indie with Alisa Hope Wagner
I had the honor of talking with Joey Galvez and Albert Morales on their podcast, The House of Indie. This podcast is dedicated to interviewing and advocating independent creatives. Joey and Albert are awesome to chat with, and their creative questions elicit answers that will inform, encourage and entertain other creatives. During the interview, we discuss life as … [Read more...] about The House of Indie with Alisa Hope Wagner
Book Review: Diana Alderoot and the Gilded Mage by Trista Shaye
Diana Alderoot and the Gilded Mage is a fantastical, imaginative story with creatively-crafted dialogue and whimsical imagery. The characters are each uniquely designed creatures (Fairies, Mages, Trolls, Gnomes, Moths, etc.) who bring to life Shaye's elaborate world-building and beautifully composed character and plot arcs. Specifically, the character arc for … [Read more...] about Book Review: Diana Alderoot and the Gilded Mage by Trista Shaye
The Disconnected Writer: 5 Ways to Find Your Tribe
I completed my first book in January of 2006. The fact that I actually finished the book was a monumental feat that I struggled to accomplish for many years. Now that the hard work was done, I knew that God would publish my book, give me an audience and make me a successful author. Little did I know that the hard work had literally just begun when I placed the final end mark on … [Read more...] about The Disconnected Writer: 5 Ways to Find Your Tribe
Chieftain’s Daughter: A Gift for St. Patrick
Did you know that St. Patrick is one of my favorite holidays? St. Patrick's work in Ireland has had far-reaching effects on history and the world as we know it, and researches, historians and spiritual leaders are just now starting to understand the full impact of his legacy. I've read St. Patricks 2 sets of writings, studied the culture in which he came to Ireland, have … [Read more...] about Chieftain’s Daughter: A Gift for St. Patrick
6 Easy Ways to Promote Writers
Promoting your Favorite Writers is Easy! Did you know that writing a book is an extremely lonely career calling? Writers sit at their keyboards all day, imagining stories in order to both entertain and bless their readers. They lay their hearts bare, so the beauty and brokenness of humanity is displayed. Though writers spend hundreds of hours on their work, it is never good … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Ways to Promote Writers
