Blog Entries for: May, 2009
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- Interview and Book Give Away with Author Janet Thompson
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What a joy to introduce my friend, Christian author and speaker, Janet Thompson. I watched her onstage several years ago when I attended a LifeWay training session on mentoring. I remember sitting in the audience, thinking how much I'd love to do what she was doing--speaking to women from the stage. Fast forward eight years or so here we are! See, we just never know what God has in store for us! Janet is the founder of Woman to Woman Mentoring and About His Work Ministries. Sharing life's experiences and God's faithfulness is the premise of her books and speaking. She's the author of: Face-to-Face Bible Study Series (New Hope Publishers 2009); Praying for Your Prodigal Daughter: Hope, Help, & Encouragement for Hurting Parents (Howard Books / Simon & Schuster 2008); Dear God, They Say It's Cancer: A Companion Guide for Women on the Breast Cancer Journey (Howard Books / Simon & Schuster 2006); and Woman to Woman Mentoring: How to Start, Grow, and Maintain a Mentoring Ministry (LifeWay Press 2000).
- May 25, 2009 | 13 Comments | View or add comments
- Conference Etiquette: Mind Your Manners
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(Note: I'm posting this on Sunday night instead of Tuesday so those attending Blue Ridge will have an opportunity to apply these suggetions at the conference.)
I'm having a ball at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference this week! Sure wish you were all here with us!
- May 17, 2009 | 2 Comments | View or add comments
- Put on Your Grown-Up Britches and Get to Work!
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I received an email recently from an unpublished writer. She wanted to know how to get her book published. At least that's what she said she wanted. But as I read her note, I realized the specifics of her request told an entirely different story.She started out by telling me about the book she'd written. She knew it was a good book and was sure to be published "If only someone would take the time to really look at it."
- May 11, 2009 | 10 Comments | View or add comments
- What is My Motive?
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As you know, the first week of each month we take a look at a spiritual truth and its application to our writing lives. Last month the question was "Who Is It About?" This time we're asking, "What Is My Motive?" And oh, what a booger this is for us as writers!The answer to that question is often complex, and I hate to admit it, but the battle is a life-long process. Even after years of evaluating my heart, I continually struggle to know my motives.
- May 4, 2009 | 4 Comments | View or add comments
Solomon's Beloved!
Want a laugh????
Solomon's Beloved has finally arrived at YouTube! I hope you'll take a look and leave a comment (and maybe even post a great rating;-). Thank you, friends, for all your support and encouragement!
2010 Christian Writer's Den Writing Retreat
**I'm sorry, but registration is full--BUT we have a waiting list and would be happy to add your name! No deposit necessary for the waiting list. When an opening comes available, we'll contact you then for your decision.**
Ladies, it's time to register for our
annual Christian Writer's Den Writing Retreat in Todd, NC. This year's date is October 21-24. (Don't worry, there won't be snow in October!) Check out the 2008 video here. More info and registration here. Or feel free to email me for more information.
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