Gingerbread men

Crafting Characters? How to Avoid the Cookie-Cutter Calamity

Cynthia Herron Writing 2 Comments

Gingerbread men make me smile. I think they add a touch of whimsy to ordinary life. They never say a word, yet they tickle my funny bone. In fact, I collect them. The little fellows grace my laundry room walls and they come in various sizes. And…yes. I have borders to match. (If I must wash and iron, I think my little niche should convey …

What Comes to Mind When Others Hear Your Name?

Cynthia Herron Snippets of Life 4 Comments

First impressions are everything. So are second ones, third ones, and ones that others will remember 10 years from now. What comes to mind when others hear your name? What feelings will your name generate? Will you leave folks with a mac and cheese kind of warmth or will folks feel the need to wipe off the persimmon residue? Recently, …

Faith in Fiction

Cynthia Herron Christian Fiction, Writing, Writing Christian Fiction 9 Comments

I snapped the above photo during a sightseeing trip one summer. The lighting was just right, and the stained glass was breathtaking. Often, I’ve examined why I write what I do. You may remember my recent post 10 Reasons Why I Write (Faith-based) Romance. Today, I’m talking about why I like to show faith in fiction. To me, being able to see …