Helping Writers Go from Unpublished to Published
I’ve never been a co-author before, but I have no doubt it has it’s unique benefits and challenges.
Today, I’m visiting with Mary Potter Kenyon and Mary Jedlicka Humston, co-authors of Mary & Me: A Lasting Link Through Ink, which released earlier this month. Be sure to check out the details below for a chance to win a free signed copy of the book.
Let’s find out how these two Marys managed co-authoring.
What was it like to co-author? [Read more…] about What’s it like to co-author?
Are you a fan of book series? What avid reader isn’t.
Today’s guest RJ Thesman is author of the Life at Cove Creek series. Her book Final Grace for Reverend G released today and is the third and final installment of the series about Reverend G and her battle with Alzheimer’s.
And because it’s launch day, RJ is offering a free copy of Final Grace for Reverend G to one winner. See below for contest details.
RJ Thesman writes as a daughter whose mother is disappearing into the shadows of Alzheimer’s disease. Her hope is that [Read more…] about Author RJ Thesman on Getting Published
Last week I posted the submission guidelines to 6 magazines. I do this on a regular basis. Why? Because writing for periodicals is one of the best ways to hone your writing skills.
Today’s guest, multi-published author Ava Pennington, has a great deal of expertise in this area and is here today to discuss 6 reasons why you should write for periodicals.
By Ava Pennington [Read more…] about Why Write for Periodicals?
Part of what drives us to be writers is our desire to share our message and make a difference in the lives of others.
Multi-published children’s author Janet Ann Collins does just that. Janet and her husband raised three foster sons with special needs, and you’ll find the complexities and challenges of special needs children occurring as a regular theme in her books.
Why Did you write A Shadow of Fear? [Read more…] about Advice from Children’s Author Janet Ann Collins
As writers we all have a purpose for writing. We want to entertain, inform, persuade, or inspire. The passions in our own lives drive what we write.
You care about the environment so you may include a character in your book that feels the same.
You are politically minded so perhaps you write political thrillers.
As a Christian, my own beliefs and desire to tell people about God compel me to write Christian-based nonfiction and fiction.
Today’s interview is with a like-minded woman. Catherine Ulrich Brakefield’s newest book, Wilted 
Dandelions released today. Though fictional, Catherine has set her story in the midst of the Second Great Awakening, a time in our history when godly revival gripped the nation.
Let’s dive in and learn more about what inspired Catherine to write this book and her experiences with the story. [Read more…] about What Inspires Your Writing?
I’m visiting today with author Nancy Kay Grace. Nancy is speaker and author loves to share about embracing God’s grace in everyday life. She has contributed stories to several anthologies and published magazine articles.
Nancy is married to her best friend, Rick, who is a senior pastor in northwest Arkansas. They have served the Lord for more than forty years. Now they enjoy the stage of life with two married children and an increasing number of grandchildren. To learn more about her ministry, please visit NancyKayGrace.com.
Why did you write The Grace Impact? [Read more…] about Nancy Kay Grace and The Grace Impact
Today’s Friday Feature Author Interview is with Rachel Skatvold, author of the Riley Family Legacy novella series. Thank you, Rachel for allowing me to interview you and sharing your experiences with my readers.
What made you decide on novella length for your series? [Read more…] about Indie Publishing: Author Rachel Skatvold’s Perspective
Please welcome Robin Tidwell to this month’s Friday Feature Author Interview. Robin writes books in the dystopian genre, a genre that has grown a great deal in popularity in recent years.
Her journey to publication also led her down the road to becoming a publisher herself. Robin will be available all day to respond to your comments, so if you have a question be sure to post it in the comments. [Read more…] about Author Turned Publisher