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A place for Christian Fiction authors and readers to connect.
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A place for Christian Fiction authors and readers to connect.
A place for Christian Fiction authors and readers to connect.
I recently had the honor of being named as a finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest, and had two days in which to make changes to my entry to resumbit for the finals.
That was a tense two days, as I agonized over every word, every sentence and every…
We've all heard the expression: "Actions speak louder than words." I've always believed this. You can tell someone you love them time and time again, but unless your actions prove it, your words are wasted.
In my study of the craft, I realized that…
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- I'm a reader and a novice writer.
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- I'm just starting my adventure into the world of writing. I joined ACFW in June, started my blog, WordVessel in October, wrote my first novel in November during NaNoWriMo. The novel is currently being considered for publication. I'm also a disciple, wife, mom, teacher and musician, and owned by two temperamental cats.
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- Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, To Kill A Mockingbird, And The Shofar Blew, Jan Karon's Mitford series, Anne of Green Gables, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility
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7 Reasons Why A Novel's Beginning Is So Critical
I recently had the honor of being named as a finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest, and had two days in which to make changes to my entry to resumbit for the finals.
That was a tense two days, as I agonized over every word, every sentence and every paragraph (and for that matter--every comma). My entry consisted of a one-page, single-spaced synopsis and the first fifteen pages of my manuscript.
The whole process underscored for me the importance of the first few pages of any novel. Here is the… Continue
That was a tense two days, as I agonized over every word, every sentence and every paragraph (and for that matter--every comma). My entry consisted of a one-page, single-spaced synopsis and the first fifteen pages of my manuscript.
The whole process underscored for me the importance of the first few pages of any novel. Here is the… Continue
Posted on May 28, 2009 at 8:58am —
Louder Than Words
We've all heard the expression: "Actions speak louder than words." I've always believed this. You can tell someone you love them time and time again, but unless your actions prove it, your words are wasted.
In my study of the craft, I realized that the same is true for our characters...
(Visit http://wordvessel.blogspot.com to read the rest of this post.)
In my study of the craft, I realized that the same is true for our characters...
(Visit http://wordvessel.blogspot.com to read the rest of this post.)
Posted on May 21, 2009 at 8:42am —
How To Write Character Emotion - Guilt & Shame
As writers we need strong motivations for our character's actions. Guilt and shame are two complex emotions that can be used as character motivation. Join the discussion at http://wordvessel.blogspot.com.
Posted on April 24, 2009 at 7:22am —
How To Write Character Emotion - Curiosity
Is curiosity an emotion, or is it a state of mind—part of the intellect? Just curious...
Synonyms: inquisitiveness, interest, questioning (think about a child), prying, snoopiness, intrusiveness, nosiness, intrigue
Once again, I believe there are degrees of curiosity, but this time from the synonyms that have a positive slant to those that are more negative: desire to learn, inquisitiveness, intrigue, interest, questioning, intrusiveness, snoopiness, nosiness, prying
Quote: "Curiosity is lyin… Continue
Synonyms: inquisitiveness, interest, questioning (think about a child), prying, snoopiness, intrusiveness, nosiness, intrigue
Once again, I believe there are degrees of curiosity, but this time from the synonyms that have a positive slant to those that are more negative: desire to learn, inquisitiveness, intrigue, interest, questioning, intrusiveness, snoopiness, nosiness, prying
Quote: "Curiosity is lyin… Continue
Posted on April 22, 2009 at 8:46am —
My Top 20 Editing Checklist
I'm taking part in a blog challenge during the month of April hosted by ProBlogger. It's called "31 Days To A Better Blog," and one of the challenges for this week is to have a list post.
Since I'm always looking to improve my writing skills, I decided that my list post is going to be my editing checklist.
The great thing about this checklist is I can use it for other things besides my own writing. I can use it when I read a book for review or when I critique other writers. Here's my list--hop… Continue
Since I'm always looking to improve my writing skills, I decided that my list post is going to be my editing checklist.
The great thing about this checklist is I can use it for other things besides my own writing. I can use it when I read a book for review or when I critique other writers. Here's my list--hop… Continue
Posted on April 11, 2009 at 7:22am —
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Paper War
I've been waging a war on paper the last few days. So far, paper is winning. The more I clean up, the more of it I find. The problem is, for much of it, I feel an obligation to do a thorough examination and decide whether or not it's worth keeping.The mailperson is my enemy. He, sometimes she, keeps leaving more paper in my mail box. I'm not talking about my Christmas cards, which I cherish, but all the other stuff dropped off for me to sort out. At times it's torture to come home and see the new pile the DH has set on the kitchen table.
I've discovered tons of magazines over a year old. They were trying to hide in a magazine holder on the side of the couch, but not doing a good job of it, since they were spilling over. Of course, I decided to check the headings on the covers to see if some of the information inside might prove valuable. Wouldn't you know it, I was right. Many articles seemed to good to give up.
I've already mentioned here before about how I also have a compulsion to print out emails that seem important to me. The result is I have lots of important pieces of paper. When there's an abundance, which is the most important? And, where's the one I really need? It is a quandary.
What about you? Is paper your enemy? Are you also waging a war against it? Who is winning?
Library Displays - See Make Mine Mystery Monday
Have you tried a library display? If you want to see mine, come on over to Make Mine Mystery on Monday.Thanks,
Morgan
Christmas Card Blues Is Up at Un:Bound Today
Hi Gang,I've written a short Christmas story which is being featured at Un:Bound today.
You may be able to relate to some of it.
I'd appreciate your going over to look and leave a comment.
Thanks,
Morgan
Rascal's Turn to Post
So, I let Rascal do a post instead. You can read it at http://www.doggyspace.com/journal/57331
If you understand her frustration, you can share it with her here or there.
Thanks,
Morgan
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Early Endorsements for “A Circle of Souls”
Linda Fairstein, NYT Bestselling Author: "A fascinating debut - this novel takes the reader to the darkest places in the human soul, from a writer with the authenticity to lead us there. A stunning thriller and an important read."
Judge Judy Sheindlin, star of the Judge Judy Show: "The seminal work of this fine author kept me glued to my chair until the adventure was over and the mystery solved. A great read!"
Book Synopsis:
The sleepy town of Newbury, Connecticut, is shocked when a little girl is found brutally murdered. The town s top detective, perplexed by a complete lack of leads, calls in FBI agent Leia Bines, an expert in cases involving children.
Meanwhile, Dr. Peter Gram, a psychiatrist at Newbury s hospital, searches desperately for the cause of seven-year-old Naya Hastings devastating nightmares. Afraid that she might hurt herself in the midst of a torturous episode, Naya s parents have turned to the bright young doctor as their only hope.
The situations confronting Leia and Peter converge when Naya begins drawing chilling images of murder after being bombarded by the disturbing images in her dreams. Amazingly, her sketches are the only clues to the crime that has panicked Newbury residents. Against her better judgment, Leia explores the clues in Naya s crude drawings, only to set off an alarming chain of events.
In this stunning psychological thriller, innocence gives way to evil, and trust lies forgotten in a web of deceit, fear, and murder.
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