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 […]

2023 NAIWE Coffee Table Book Winner
 

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 […]

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 […]