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 […]

As a professional association, NAIWE is committed to helping its members succeed. All NAIWE members receive tools and training to help them grow in their profession, support as they meet professional challenges, […]

Dear Lord,

Another beautiful and crisp morning that You have given us as a blessing for our lives.

I want to Thank You for this.

Also, for letting me open up my eyes for another day.

I pray that You […]

© Ruth E. Thaler-Carter, Networking Member, NAIWE Board of Experts

One of my activities is managing a Facebook that connects aspiring authors with editors. The main challenge of this activity is dealing with […]

Member Benefit #12

You have the opportunity to be interviewed as the featured member of the month on the NAIWE podcast and blog and in The Edge: Success Strategies for People Who Work with Words, one of NAIW […]

Dear Lord,

I want to say thank You for giving My wife a great birthday and for 62 years of her life.

She is an example of a true child of God!

As I always mention, we have witnessed it with our own eyes […]

Our history and experiences can define us, inspire our actions, and as writers impact our words and stories. Mine most definitely has. My father was a gangster. Really!

This is a story about my relationship […]

Lord,

I want the simple and peaceful life that You give us!

I want a life that brings no stress and can enjoy the outdoors.

What I experienced outside on the patio was awesome!!

Thank You, god, for […]

Our Father,

Thank You for another awesome day on which I am able to see outside and admire the wonderful things that You created.

I pray that there are many days like this to come, not only for me but for […]

Hanging Out with Gatsby and the Lost Generation

Since she was in high school, Alex has always wanted to go back in time. Specifically, she wants to return to the 1920s, when life was free and passionate. Where […]

In fields as competitive as freelance writing and editing, setting yourself apart as one of the best is crucial to maintaining a thriving business. Once clients discover your high-quality work, they are going to […]

In fields as competitive as freelance writing and editing, setting yourself apart as one of the best is crucial to maintaining a thriving business. Once clients discover your high-quality work, they are going to […]