Wow, friends, what a month it's been. I take that back--what a year it's been so far! Now that I'm home from my adventure to New York City for the Romance Writers of America® national conference, I figured it's time to share some of the excitement with you. This conference was both my first RWA … Continue reading RWA 2019: A Michigander in Times Square
Interview with MISSION HOLLYWOOD Author Michelle Keener *Plus* a Sneak Peek
Today I have another treat for you, friends! I'm so excited to welcome special guest Michelle Keener to the blog. You may know Michelle from her memoir, Shared Courage, about her experience as the wife of a U.S. Marine during the Iraq War, or perhaps you've been encouraged by one of her tweets to the … Continue reading Interview with MISSION HOLLYWOOD Author Michelle Keener *Plus* a Sneak Peek
Guest Post at the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood: What I’m Packing for RWA National
Hi friends! I'm popping in an extra time this month, because today I'm a guest over at the 2009 Golden Heart class's blog, the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood. They've very kindly offered to host as many of us from the 2019 class as possible in the days leading up to the RWA National conference. As crazy as … Continue reading Guest Post at the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood: What I’m Packing for RWA National
KEEN Blog Tour: Character Visuals!
Hello, friends! I have a special treat for you today! A few years ago I connected with a fantastic YA fantasy writer, Laura L. Zimmerman, through her website, Caffeinated Fiction. She was looking for beta readers, and I was looking to meet other Christians writing clean mainstream fantasy. Perfect match! After reading one of her … Continue reading KEEN Blog Tour: Character Visuals!
How I Signed with My Literary Agent
It’s been a crazy couple of weeks around here! Come to think of it, it’s been a crazy year so far. First the book deal, and then the Golden Heart® final, and now I'm thrilled to share that I’ve signed with a fantastic literary agent. Way back when I was still querying (you know, like … Continue reading How I Signed with My Literary Agent
Guest Post: What First Edition Book Would You Buy If You Could?
Today I'm delighted to welcome author Jason VanHorn, who has some fun things to share for anyone who loves books. If you or a middle-grader you know are interested in action-packed spy adventures, be sure to check out Jason's books at http://www.alabasterdangermond.com. His newest release, Alabaster Dangermond and Astrid's Jewel, is available now. You know … Continue reading Guest Post: What First Edition Book Would You Buy If You Could?
A Story’s Story
Hello, friends! Has spring arrived in your neck of the woods yet? We've hit daytime highs in the 60s finally, and my tulips have dared to show their pretty heads. While this fine weather does beckon me outside, I'm still hard at work on new manuscripts. Can't live off the glory of one (almost) published … Continue reading A Story’s Story
Three Reasons I’ve Been MIA (aka Exciting News)
Hello, dear readers! No, I haven't forgotten you, I promise. After working so diligently for years to write two blog posts a month, I've dropped the ball this past month. I've thought about writing to you on several occasions, but I just couldn't make it happen. The good news is, I have three great excuses, … Continue reading Three Reasons I’ve Been MIA (aka Exciting News)
Rekindling Your Passion for Writing: Part Two
Hi friends! In my last post, we talked about how sometimes, as creatives, our passion for our work can mysteriously evaporate. But when we dig deeper, we can usually find a reason for our sudden lack of enthusiasm. Losing your passion for writing is only a symptom of a problem, and if you can figure … Continue reading Rekindling Your Passion for Writing: Part Two
Rekindling Your Passion for Writing: Part One
Blessed quiet fills the house, broken only by the soft whisper of flames in the gas fireplace and the hiss of the tea kettle in the kitchen. I pull out my laptop, ready for the smooth feel and steady clicking of the keys beneath my fingers. It's 9 PM at my house, and my kids … Continue reading Rekindling Your Passion for Writing: Part One
