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Monday, February 25, 2019

The Newbie Corner - Gaining Access - Part 2 - Non-Fiction I started out as a non-fiction writer. Articles and devotionals found acceptance into Christian publications. However, when I approached an editor at a conference about my idea for a devotional book, I was in for a wake-up call. 1. Many publishers get these items from packagers. They put together the books and sell them to the publisher. 2. A non-fiction book requires a huge platform to guarantee sales. Think about radio and TV programs, giant ministries, well-known speakers, and celebrities. 3. Even if you have many writing credits on your resume, it doesn't hold a lot of weight when it comes to getting a non-fiction book published. This is why many authors decide to go the Indie (self-publishing) route. We're blessed that digital publishing has made this easier and much less expensive. Many ministries self-publish their books, thus avoiding the long and often arduous traditional journey. Whether you decide to give traditional publishing a shot or not, learning the craft and producing an interesting, informative book is paramount. While a subject may be fascinating to you, engaging the reader and meeting a perceived need requires writing techniques that will achieve your goals. Writers: What have you learned about the publishing journey for non-fiction? Readers: What kind of non-fiction books do you enjoy? Devotional? Memoir? Biography? Other? Please share.

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I started out as a non-fiction writer. Articles and devotionals found acceptance into Christian publications. However, when I approach...
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Friday, February 22, 2019

Slide Presentations/Copyright Tips/Chick-fil-A/Devo/Amish Declutter Hacks

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1.   For those of you who not only write but also speak, Yvonne Ortega gives tips on how to use slides in your presentation. 2.  ...
Monday, February 18, 2019

The Newbie Corner - Gaining Access - The Fiction Write

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An aspiring author recently asked how they could get a real publisher. Good question. Let's explore the process: 1.   Write a ...
Friday, February 15, 2019

Families in Fiction/Marketing Poetry/Answered Prayer/Devo/Most Searched

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1.   Kathleen McCleary posts at Writer Unboxed on the subject of "Navigating Families in Fiction. In real life, we all experie...
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Monday, February 11, 2019

On My Kindle - The Blessing by Kacy Barnett-Gramckow

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A job assignment forces May Somerville's father to relocate the family from New York City to untamed Colorado . All of their drea...
Friday, February 8, 2019

Adjectives/Literary Device/Yoga/Blessings/Home Safety

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1.   Zoe M. McCarthy gives tips to improve story description when using adjectives. This skill-based post provides valuable informati...
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Friday, February 1, 2019

Incorrect Phrases/Powerful Antagonist/Victory/Devotional/Valentine's Day

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1.   Zoe M. McCarthy talks about Incorrect Construction of Common Phrases. This was a fun read. I discovered a few that I've been...
Friday, January 25, 2019

Use Words Well/Those "D" Words/China/Devo/2019 Bedroom Decor

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1.   Tammy Karasek posts at The Write Conversation at using our words well. As writers, we have the potential of reaching many people. ...
Monday, January 21, 2019

On My Kindle - A Dangerous Legacy by Elizabeth Camden

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Lucy Drake and her brother, Nick, fight a legal battle going back to their grandfather's time. Their Uncle Thomas uses every dirty tri...
Friday, January 18, 2019

BookBub Ads/Realistic Characters/Child Euthanasia/Devo/Meat Loaf w/Bacon

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1.   For those of you who have a book published either traditionally or Indie, check out Anne Janzer's article on BookBub Ads to ...
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Monday, January 14, 2019

On My Kindle - A Heart's Gift: A Love's Road Home Novel by Lena Nelson Dooley

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Lorinda Sullivan grew up in an abusive home after her mother died. When she married Mike Sullivan, her life took on new meaning. Her happi...
Friday, January 11, 2019

Stumped/Red Flags/Homeschool/Devo/Fudge Recipe

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1.   Have you ever been stumped on how to get your character out of trouble? Dr. Richard Mabry shares how he handles this problem. Check...
Monday, January 7, 2019

Need Another Day!

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Hi Everyone - We've had a rough weekend on the homefront. Sweetie Mom pulled a muscle in her arm and has needed extra help. I've b...
Monday, December 24, 2018

Jesus - The Reason For The Season

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As a child, I enjoyed everything about Christmas and the preparations for it. Lights were put around our living room window, wreaths w...
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Friday, December 21, 2018

Non-Verbal/Cool Cat/Inspiring Child/Devo/Conversation Starters

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1.   Margie Lawson posts at Writers in the Storm on subtext in your writing. Now, don't run for the hills, writers and readers. T...
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