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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 […]

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5 Ways To Better Refine Your “Writing Voice”

It took me a long time to understand that my voice mattered. For many years, I was always taught that there were hierarchies. In life, in families, and in organizations. While that is true, there is a common misconception there. Yes, we need leaders. We need people to organize and run organizations. And we need […]

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Christian Writers: Choose Your Words Wisely!

How many words are there in the English language? Some scholars count based on a narrow definition of “word” and estimate about 250,000 words. Others are more generous in the specifications for a word, and they come up with almost 900,000. No matter how you count them, a writer can use any of them. If […]

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Christian Writers: What Are You Waiting For?

I have been a Christian author and publisher for the last 6 years – but I have been “writing” for over 20! Writing is something that you can’t help. Writing is a passion. Something that drives you within! Is that you? Why yes, of course it is. But you just have to believe it! I […]

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Discipline: The Challenge For Every Writer

I’ve been coming across the word “discipline” a lot lately. Discipline isn’t necessarily a bad word. However, whenever I see the word, I cringe. I guess it’s because the word connotes rigidity or restriction for me. When I think of the word discipline, I see a soldier in boot camp, a runner training for a […]

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What Is Your Measure of Success?

[stextbox id=”custom”]This is a guest post by Heidi Kreider. You can read her Bio at the end of this article. If you’re interested in becoming a contributing writer for Godly Writers, please see our guidelines for doing so.[/stextbox] It’s 4H time around my house. That time of year when my 3 children work fevorishly for the big prize… grand […]