by Alycia W. Morales   @AlyciaMorales One of my favorite things to do at the end of each year is reflect back and look forward. Below, I’ve gathered 25 inspirational quotes about writing, business, and life. Each is followed by a reflection question. Pull out your journal, grab a pen and…

by Bettie Boswell @Bboswell As a writer for children, I've heard many people say, "I've always wanted to write for children. I have this wonderful idea that I've wanted to write about for years." That's when I ask, "What kind of children's book?" Too often the answer is, "You know,…

by Julie Zine Coleman @JulieZColeman A while back, I was writing a devotional on angels, beginning with the well-known story about a jungle missionary who offended a tribal chief. That night, the chief sent his soldiers to the missionary’s home, intent on killing him. However, when they arrived, they were…

by Rhonda Rhea @RhondaRhea Presents, presents, presents! Big, little, in-between—gimme all ‘dem presents! Yes, I’m that person. I openly tell people I’m that person and I’m not even sorry about it. Know why? Because I get all the presents and I love presents. You know those friends who “don’t really want…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 ESV  The four weeks of Advent that lead up to Christmas are symbolic of a writer’s…

The Selah Awards: (For published authors) Close date for publishers sending in the work: Books must be received no later than December 26, 2025. Forms must include the agent (if applicable) and editor of the work. Audio books must include the name of the narrator and audio production company. Please include a…