Actually, all but one of the 14 Tips came from the beloved TV series featuring fictional mystery writer, Jessica Fletcher. I know--a strange source of wisdom. But when the flu hit, I was so sick I couldn't read. So I resorted to watching re-runs of Murder, She Wrote and was surprised to pick up some hints on balancing my writing life--a subject I had been pondering lately anyway. So here is Part One of my ...… Read More
Does God have a sense of humor? Of course he does! But always in a kind way and for our good. Here's the true story from an earlier writing year where the Lord played ... A Joke on Me! “You called me to write, Lord, but nobody wants my stuff. I guess I’m just not good enough.” Releasing a heavy sigh, I pushed my manuscripts aside and grabbed my car keys. Maybe hanging out at… Read More
No matter how well prepared, you can easily be overwhelmed when your debut novel releases to the public. Suddenly you're swimming in the deep, exciting, and unfamiliar waters of promotion. Not sure you can sustain the frantic pace. But absolutely certain you must keep up if your book is to succeed in a highly competitive marketplace. Over time, I noticed the following had the greatest impact on the launch of Her Deadly Inheritance. 5 Basics… Read More
Not many writers receive "the call" by phone anymore. These days the coveted call usually arrives by e-mail, yet breaking through to publication is still the longing of every writer’s heart ... The Breakthrough Monday night. Rushing around, trying to leave on time for my Word & Pen critique group meeting, I quickly gathered the printouts of my next chapter and reached out to shut down my computer. Oh, maybe just a quick peek at my… Read More