Tagged: DiAnn Mills

  • Tried and True Ways to Attract Readers

    By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We writers can become so involved with our stories that we forget we’re writing to attract readers—not agents, editors, marketing and promotion types, or sales staff. Entertainment is our aim, And writing is our game. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@DiAnnMills #BRMCWC #writingtip"]Tried and True Ways to Attract…

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  • What Colors are in Your Writing Kaleidoscope?

    By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Psychology teaches our emotions are affected by color. Each person responds to color according to personality, experience, background, and culture. Writers who create extraordinary prose provide a kaleidoscope of emotions to enhance the reader’s experience. When a kaleidoscope is rotated, colors and patterns blend to form…

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  • Debunking 5 Social Media Myths About Writing

    By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills On January 24, I addressed the question, “Does Social Media Sell Books?” Click to read the blog. Now that you understand the value of establishing an active social media platform, let’s move on to another critical issue for writers. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="@DiAnnMills #BRMCWC #socialmedia"]Debunking 5…

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  • Writer Critique Groups – How to Find the Perfect One for You

    By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Writers search for the best ways to receive helpful feedback for their manuscripts. We all desire to develop new skills by learning from those who know the craft. Face to face meetings offer an opportunity for the writer to reach professional goals. Meeting with a select…

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  • The Value of Writer Quotes

    By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We writers value writing quotes that speak to us. We share them and tape them above our computer screens. We create memes and post them on social media. These precious gems of wisdom can inspire, encourage, make us laugh, or kick us in the seat of…

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  • Faculty & Classes for 2017

    We're excited to introduce you to our faculty and classes for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference 2017.   The listings are in alphabetical order, and this information  is also now up on the Faculty and Classes tab at the top of the page. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="#writing #pubtip…

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