Helping Writers Go from Unpublished to Published
If there is any one group of people who embrace “pay it forward,” it is the community of writers. I’ve learned a lot from the writing community over the years.
My Friday Feature Author Interview is one of the most enjoyable posts I share because it’s when other writers share their knowledge about writing and getting published.
Today’s interview is with Elma Schemenauer, author of [Read more…] about An Interview with Multi-Published Elma Schemenauer
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
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
I’m visiting today with author Linda Rooks who writes books for adults and children. Linda has a lot to share, so we’ll dive right in.
Linda, give us a bit of background on yourself.
My writing journey began when I was in 6th grade. My teacher gave a writing assignment to the class. She liked what I wrote, had me read it to the class, and everyone laughed at the right places. I also read Little Women by Louisa May Alcott that year and loved it. I identified with Jo’s love of writing. At the end of the school year, when my teacher wrote in my autograph book that one day I would be a famous author, it clinched my life goal of wanting to be a writer.
My actual writing career didn’t begin until [Read more…] about Linda Rooks’ Perseverance Leads to Success