2024
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Meet author Linda Dindzans
I'm excited to talk to Linda Dindzans today. She's a new author with Scrivenings Press, and she writes Biblical fiction!
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Writing a Holiday Story: Creating Fiction That Captures the Spirit of the Season
But writing holiday-themed stories that feel fresh, engaging, and emotionally true can be a challenge. How do you create a holiday story that reflects the magic of the season without falling into the…
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From Hook to Inciting Incident – What Fiction Writers Need to Know
One of the most critical aspects to master is how to hook your readers right from the start. Then you need the inciting incident to propel the plot forward. Let's learn how to…
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Hope T. Dougherty and Forever Music
Hope T. Dougherty was on my blog almost a year ago, and I’m glad to have her back. Let's see what Hope is up to!
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Embracing Gratitude in My Journey as a Writer
A writer's life may not be easy, but it’s filled with purpose, passion, and countless reasons for embracing gratitude. Whether I’m sharing stories, learning, or simply exploring the world through words, I’m profoundly…
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Meet author Regina Merrick
Regina Merrick is on my blog! She is - you guessed it - a Scrivenings Press author! She's written a number of books. Let's get to know her!
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10 Essential Ingredients of a media kit
I don't have a media kit. I know I need one, though, so I thought - why don't I write a blog post about it while I create mine? Follow along as work…
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Top 10 Writing Obstacles and How to Overcome Them
Writing obstacles are an age-old complaint among writers. I want to go through 10 writing obstacles plus give tips on how to overcome them.
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Unpacking Backstory: How to Seamlessly Integrate It into Your Novel
Backstory provides depth and context to your characters. This is a comprehensive guide on backstory and how to integrate it seamlessly.
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Mastering Punctuation in Fiction: How to Use It to Shape Tone and Style
Punctuation is more than just a set of rules; in fiction, it’s a storytelling tool that helps control the pace, convey tone, and enhance the reader’s experience.
