Stand in Faith (by Sandra Ardoin)
Our church choir sings a praise song on occasion. It’s called “I Will Not Be Shaken.” It’s the kind of song to set your toes tapping and hands clapping. Maybe…
Confessions of a Writer/Doodler
by Bonnie Lacy Confession #1 ~ I am so grateful I didn’t get published when I thought I shoulda. One novel under my belt. Oh. I. Had (and still have)…
And a Spekkie New Year!
Christmas is over (phooey!), and we turn our attention to the coming year. It's bright, and sparkly, and new. No one has messed it up yet. As we settle down…
A Spekkie Author Christmas Part 4
Christmas is a time steeped in tradition--religious, cultural, and family tradition! I don't think too many families celebrate Christmas just alike. And that's what makes this month so unique and…
A Spekkie Author Christmas Part 3
I love giving gifts at Christmas time. I'm definitely one of those who agonizes over finding just the right gift that complements family and friends. Sometimes I run out of…
A Spekkie Author Christmas Part 2
Christmas is my favorite time of year--always has been. So many memories . . . Like the time I bought my mom a special book and made her cry, or…
A Spekkie Author Christmas
Spekkie? What's a spekkie? Well, I'm glad you asked. A spekkie is the nickname people at Realm Makers have given speculative fiction writers. What's speculative fiction? Well, that's a term…
Never Give Up! (by Ane Mulligan)
God invited you on this writing journey with Him, so even when discouragement hits—and it will—don't give up. God kept the publishing door shut to me for many years.…
Why I Write Romance (by Patty Smith Hall)
‘And the LORD GOD said, “It is not good than man should be alone; I will make a helpmeet for him.”’ Genesis 2:18 KJV Love! Romance! Commitment! And that’s…
Confidence in Uncertainty (by Jennifer Slattery)
What would you do, if you knew you couldn’t possibly fail? You’ve probably heard that question before, maybe at a conference, or perhaps you read it in a Facebook meme.…