by Ane Mulligan  @AneMulligan When I first tried my hand at writing a novel, I wrote a happy story where everyone was nice. There wasn't any conflict and very little tension. I had a lot to learn. I read articles and blog posts by seasoned authors, who said every story…

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills What is the difference between a career and ministry? A career focuses on earning a source of income, obtaining the skills to perform the task, life interests, goals, and professional growth. Ministry is dedicating a person’s life to serving God, sharing the Gospel with others, witnessing…

By Tammy Karasek @tickledpinktam Writers posting our holiday graphics consistently see our social media rolling with beautiful Christmas cookies and baked goods. The grocery store shelves are also loaded with supplies as well. The colors and creativity are mesmerizing. The choices abound. As a classically trained cook, the joy I…

by Lynn H. Blackburn @LynnHBlackburn Advent is the season of preparation for and anticipation of the coming of Christ. Depending on your faith tradition, you may have grown up observing this season with candles, specific liturgies, particular colors, and themes for each of the four Sundays prior to Christmas Day. While…

By Tammy Karasek @tickledpinktam Though we are head-on into Thanksgiving week here in the US, Christmas is around the corner or maybe even this Friday when people take to the stores and online Christmas shopping. As a writer, you may be tapping the keys on your laptop to send off…

by Maggie Wallem Rowe  Whether you are traditionally, hybrid, or self-published, what author doesn’t want to sell more books? It’s a financial boon to your publisher and certainly a blessing to you as the writer (not to mention your readers.) I’ve had a national speaking and drama ministry for the…