By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Every writer has a story. Some of the behind-the-scenes events strike a gallant pose of purpose and education and inspiration, while others are mediocre in the uphill climb to the mountain called Publishedville. We all have a journey to take for our dreams to see reality.…

by DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Creating a powerful synopsis can be daunting if not downright scary. I hear you moaning! Why do I need a synopsis? If you’re having a tough time getting motivated to pen a synopsis, memorize this: A writer creates a brief summary or outline of a book…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills   A writer cannot plunge their characters, protagonists and antagonists, into action unless deep psychological needs are clear, and powerful, unresolved goals—both external and internal—are established. How can a writer discover what these characters want and need, as well as their strengths and weaknesses? I’ve had…

by DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Two huge perks for all conferees and faculty at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference is Genre Night and the Awards Ceremony. I want to give you an idea of how exciting this is for you! [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="-@DiAnnMills on @BRCWC #writing #BRMCWC"]Two fun…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Varying reasons can put a writer behind in marketing and promotion. Perhaps you’ve been hit with health problems, personal issues, unseen travel, or maybe you didn’t know how or when to pre-launch a book. Don’t despair! The following eight tips will help tie up your release…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills   Story ideas can be like fireworks. They soar and explode in beautiful colors…then their dance fizzles to the ground and we turn our attention to the next one. But story ideas don’t have to fade away. A writer can take those wild moments of inspiration…