Writing Challenge Day 2

 In your experience, what has been the difference between growth and progress?

Prepare for the Writing Challenge

During Words Matter Week, we host a writing challenge. Each d […]

My relationship with balancing dialogue and description is like my relationship with balancing cardio and strength training. I love doing cardio. Ice and thunderstorms are the only weather elements that keep me […]

As of yesterday, March 3rd, it is officially Read an eBook Week.” It goes through March 9th. Since 2004, it has encouraged using ebook platforms as a primary publishing route. During this time, authors and b […]

Writing Challenge Day 1

 The word “without” puts limits on what it is being referred back to. Write about a situation when the limit is for positive means.

Prepare for the Writing Chall […]

   Okay, the above photo is “not” me, but of some thinking gal, off of the free “unsplash.com” site, which you should try sometime. I may think more than a lot of others as I am not working full time now and w […]

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Words Matter Week, which is in its 16th year, is a holiday that is celebrated annually the first full week in March by the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors.

Words are the basis for […]

Lord,

Thank You once again for a beautiful, cool morning, which will be a fantastic day.

Lord, I pray that You please forgive me for my sins and help me.

I have tried and tried, but nothing is […]

Which performance measures should you use? The obvious answer is that it depends on what you want to achieve, which someone else should never define for you. After all, it is your organization, your […]

We wanted to get to know Susan Treadgold (NAIWE’s Personal Energy Expert) better, so last month we sat down with her. Here are some thoughts she shared with us.

Are the contents of this webinar just for […]

Dear Lord,

Today is Panamanian Independence Day!

I believe this is one of Maria’s favorite holidays besides Christmas.

I pray that everyone in Panama and all citizens who are not in Panama enjoy their […]

9. Eliminate Distractions
This key compliments keeping a schedule. It’s mind-blowing how quickly phone calls, text messages, emails, and social media can drain our work time. When you’re on the clock, focus on […]

Dear Lor,

Another job prospect, another rejection!

Oh well, that is life, mainly when you lead mine.

I have always believed that You will lead me to the right opportunity for me and my wife.

So I am […]

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How Not to Make Small Talk: The Unauthorized Rules for Inoffensive Small Talk

Author: Erin Berkery

Life is filled with situations calling for small talk. Company […]

March: Small Press Month. Shine the light on many of the great authors, and publishing houses, around the world.

March 2: National Read Across America Day (Dr. Seuss Day). This day is a motivational and […]

5. Invest in a Blue Light Filter for Your Computer

I only discovered this after I started working full time. I realized my eyes were beyond fatigued after standing at my computer eight hours a day. So I did […]

When it comes to captivating your audience, point of view (POV) matters. While there are no right or wrong places to use different POVs, there are absolutely genres and styles that work well with specific POVs. […]

Our Father,

I thank You for this awesome day.

Please forgive me for my reaction this morning.

If my wife wants to wake up early, she can.

Lord, I pray I can stay away from computers, cell phones, and […]

Smile and the World Falls for You: Your book, too. How you act at a book signing will affect the sales of your tome. Yes, writers are primarily introverts, but now is the time to make your book shine and lure in […]