Today we welcome my friend Sherrinda Ketchersid to the blog. Sherrinda is a pastor’s wife, mom to four, and a fun-loving word-weaver. Join us now as we chat about the greatest power tool in writers’ imaginations. Take it away, Sherrinda! Writers live life with a perpetual question swirling through our minds. This question draws deep from the well of …
Author Newsletters: Why They’re Important
Do the words “author newsletter” strike fear in your heart? Depends who you ask, of course. To our readers, we certainly hope not! We love you. We want you to love us (authors), too. We hope you enjoy hearing from us! To my writing friends who tremble at the mere thought of adding yet another thing to your must-do list—no …
A Scattering of Thoughts via Taylor Bennett
Today we welcome my blog guest Taylor Bennett, teen author and my new friend, as she shares “a scattering of thoughts” and favorite quotes that have touched her life. Take it away, Taylor! Words are some of my favorite things in the world—a single strand of them, a mere sentence, has the power to transform a day, a week, …
Can the Weary Writer Write? via Julia Kay
Today we welcome Julia Kay to the blog. Julia is a talented writer and a wonderful friend. I met Julia several years ago through our local ACFW chapter, and since then, we’ve shared many wonderful adventures. Julia writes women’s fiction and she is a 2016 ACFW Genesis semi-finalist. So happy to have you, Julia! You grab the mugs and I’ll pour …
Chasing Dreams via Kimberly Rose Johnson
Today please welcome author Kimberly Rose Johnson. In addition to writing, Kimberly and I share some common interests—specifically, coffee and dark chocolate. (Those alone can kick-start any relationship, right?) Please sit back, settle in, and soak up the encouragement. For a few moments, turn off the noise and dream BIG. Take it away, Kimberly! Have you ever had a …
Coffee Break and Catch-Up
Several weeks ago you may remember we talked about some temporary changes to the blog as I move forward with writing projects and additional commitments. If you missed any of the wonderful blog guests we’ve had so far, no worries! Grab a cup of joe—don’t be shy—and settle in for a bit. No need to put on your party duds. Your …
No Condemnation via June Foster
Today we welcome author June Foster to the blog. June writes stories that mirror God’s goodness and reflect His love. She is the mother to two and the grandmother to ten. Please enjoy her words of inspiration now in this poignant post about regret, self-blame, and transformation. This is a rather personal matter, but if it can help another, it’s …
How Three Sentences Made Me a Writer via Author Linda Thompson
Today we welcome my new friend Linda Thompson to the blog. I remember the evening Linda won the 2016 ACFW Genesis award (I was a finalist that year in a different category) and I was impressed by her acceptance speech. I couldn’t wait to one day read The Plum Blooms in Winter. From the seed of an idea to a …
What the Worst Year of My Life Taught Me via Author Laurie Wood
Today we welcome the fabulous Laurie Wood to the blog. Laurie is an author who has persevered and triumphed over hardship and circumstance, and I’m blessed to call her “friend.” I will tell you now—before you read further, grab your tissues. Her story and heartfelt message will coax a tear…AND a smile. (Seriously… SO good!) Take it away, Laurie! The …
Waterfalls of the Heart via Tanya Agler
Please welcome my friend Tanya Agler to the blog today. Tanya writes “Sweet Southern Romance ~ Front Porch Style.” Writing Lessons A couple of weeks ago, I received an answer to a prayer about my writing. The answer was no. I wish I could lie and say I was a good sport about it, but the truth is I wasn’t. …