This winter I took part in a writing contest through my online critique group. The prompt for the story was “Two Worlds” and the word limit was 1500 words. This is the story I entered in that contest. The Smoke We Shared By Lauren Sisley The day we buried Archie was gray. I had onlyContinue reading “The Smoke We Shared”
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The Art and Craft of Christian Fiction (Week 4)
It was tough to wake up today. My bed was warm and my house was cold. It was one of those days when the moment I sat up I started planning when I was going to catch a nap. This isn’t my typical Saturday morning. Usually I wake up excited about my writing routine and aboutContinue reading “The Art and Craft of Christian Fiction (Week 4)”
The Art and Craft of Writing Christian Fiction (Week 3)
I’m really enjoying this book about the art of writing Christian Fiction. This is the second book by Jeff Gerke that I have read, and I think the man is a genius. I am a writer for many reasons. I choose to spend my time articulating stories because I enjoy it. It’s a hobby thatContinue reading “The Art and Craft of Writing Christian Fiction (Week 3)”
The Art and Craft of Christian Fiction (Week 2)
I’m pressing forward in my work to modify my Christian Fiction manuscript. It’s a secular story with Christian themes of forgiveness, redemption, and love. My hope is that in studying this book by Jeff Gerke that I will be able to add some touches to that story that take it beyond a “feel good” taleContinue reading “The Art and Craft of Christian Fiction (Week 2)”
A Man Called Ove: A Book Review
Title: A Man Called Ove Author: Fredrik Backman Publisher: Washington Square Press Copyright Date: 2014 The first snow day of 2017 was the perfect day to wrap up my first book for the year as well. For the past several weeks I have come to know the cast of A Man Called Ove, and I took the icyContinue reading “A Man Called Ove: A Book Review”
The Art and Craft of Writing Christian Fiction (Week 1)
At some point over the last six months the idea of revamping my original novel to fit under the umbrella of Christian Fiction occurred to me. It is a novel steeped in personal lessons and it traces the rebuilding of a broken relationship. For so long I struggled with what my novel was missing inContinue reading “The Art and Craft of Writing Christian Fiction (Week 1)”
Giving, Publication, and The Last Class
If I could sit in a classroom with Anne Lamott at the board it may take a bit of bribery to coerce me into ever leaving that room. As I finished reading Bird by Bird today I was overwhelmed with sadness. I’m sad to have reached the end of her lessons. I’m sad to beContinue reading “Giving, Publication, and The Last Class”
Writing a Present and Finding Your Voice
It sure was nice to take a few days off this week for Christmas. During that time I was able to unplug and enjoy my time with the people I care about so deeply. I received several gifts which I’m sure I’ll be sharing in the upcoming week and many of those thoughtful gifts wereContinue reading “Writing a Present and Finding Your Voice”
Letters and Writer’s Block
This morning I finished the section, “Help Along the Way,” from Bird by Bird. I’m nearing the end of this book on writing and life. Today’s reading is all about inspiration for writing and where ideas come from. Letters One way we as writers can preserve our sacred stories is to record them in letters toContinue reading “Letters and Writer’s Block”
Writing Groups and Someone to Read Your Drafts
This week in my chapter updates from Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott I have decided to discuss my personal experience on the two topics of Writing Groups and Someone to Read Your Drafts. For me, these are two crucial elements for a writer. Here is a look at some of my experience in theseContinue reading “Writing Groups and Someone to Read Your Drafts”
The Ameri Brit Mom 