The Difference Between Writing And Editing

“Repetition. Repetition. Repetition.” “Practice makes perfect.” “You won’t succeed if you never try.” “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” “I think I can, I think I can, I think I can…” There are lots of things we can say to motivate ourselves. Everyone likes a good pep talk, after all. But does perfection ever truly […]

What Is Christian Writing All About?

Ever since I got serious about writing, I have been besieged with advice on what to write, how to write, and how to sell what I write. I have attended conferences, online and in person. I have read books and blogs and email from fellow writers. Like most writers, I go through seasons when I […]

3 Truths To Remember About Overcoming Fear As A Writer

It’s weird. Sometimes I possess the courage of a multiple Medal of Valor recipient while at other times I’m a chicken. Why does that happen? One day I will have oodles of stamina and determination in my writing and feel like nothing can stop me. I’m an indestructible literary force that can’t be touched or […]

7 Tips For Maintaining Blogging Motivation

So, you’ve started a blog but you just can’t seem to stay motivated. You know you need to publish blog posts frequently and yet you’re sporadic at best. Or perhaps you’ve been blogging regularly, but are starting to run out of steam. Here are 7 ways you can maintain your blogging motivation.

4 Tips For Finding Your Blogging Voice

I am a writer but new to blogging. Well, let me take that back. I started blogging, irregularly years ago. However, a few months ago I committed to blogging at least three times a week. I thought this will be easy. I write often. I love to write. But little did I know…writing consistently is not […]

Writing: It Takes More Than Passion

“PASSION for our stories can ONLY carry us so far. SELF-DISCIPLINE …takes us the rest of the way.” – Jody Hedlund It’s that word. That character trait, when embraced bears fruit: Self-discipline. In most areas of my life, I would say this virtue is evident. Others see it, they make affirming remarks. I thrive and […]