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    Writer's Headlines: Conferences and MoGo7000

    I'm in the Asheville area of NC this week, teaching at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, and what a joy to see so many of you here! But for those who couldn't join us, don't feel bad. Here's a list of other great conference offerings this year.   Read more »

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    When Are You Going to Finish That Book?

    If you've been working on a book for any length of time, you've probably heard something like, "Are you STILL working on that book? Good grief! When are you going to finish it?"  Read more »

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    Parting Words From The WORD...

    As writers, it's often about us, about our successes, or lack of. It's about acceptances and rejections, Followers and Friends, books and sales.  Read more »

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    Writer's Headlines: Writing Opportunities and Contests

    Yep, it's the 3rd Thursday and time for more writing opportunities just for you!  Read more »

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    Writing the Best You Can by Cindy Sproles, and Who Won the Writer's Block Blocks?

    Needless to say, I was a little taken back by a conferee who would pay for a critique only say she didn’t pay to have it critiqued. (I don’t tear apart – honest. Ask anyone who’s received one of my critiques.) I took in a deep breath and smiled. “Well, what would you like to receive from this appointment? How can I help you?” She took her paper, snorted and left me sitting with my jaw hanging.  Read more »

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    Parting Words From The WORD...

    A friend texted me a few minutes ago and asked for the first scripture passage that came to my mind. It only took me a second to reply because I had just been thinking about this verse a few moments earlier as I was talking with another writer/speaker friend. Now, as I sit down to write this week's Parting Word From The WORD, I realize how much this verse applies to you as well, friends and readers of my blog.   Read more »

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Upcoming Events

  • Ridgecrest, NC

    May 19 - May 23, 2013Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference

  • Calhoun Falls, SC

    June 7, 2013Calhoun Falls Public Charter School Graduation

  • Anchorage, AK

    June 12, 2013Rabbit Creek Community Church Women's Event

  • Greenville, SC

    June 29, 2013Writing is Fun! Workshop, Augusta Road Library

  • Orlando, FL

    July 12 - July 16, 2013Gideon Media Arts Conference & Film Fesitval

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  • The Cove, Asheville, NC

    August 28 - September 1, 2013Christian Communicators Conference 2013

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  • Mackville, KY

    September 20 - September 21, 2013Ladies Retreat

  • Kinston, NC

    September 27 - September 28, 2013Grace Fellowship Church Ladies Retreat

  • Cleveland, TN

    October 31, 2013Mary Ellen Locher Foundation

  • The Cove, Asheville, NC

    November 22 - November 24, 2013Christian Communicators ADVANCED! Conference

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“Vonda Skelton’s wit, charm, and business savvy make her a repeat presenter capable of motivating her audience…Her humor relaxes and de-stresses, while delivering proven methods…”

Carolyn K. Knefely
Corporate Relations Officer & Professional Leadership Director
University of North Texas, retired
TX

Writer

“Vonda Skelton is…one of the stars of Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference. A dynamic mixture of experience and enthusiasm, she never fails to draw a crowd and send them home happy and well informed.”

Alton Gansky, Author
Director, Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference
CA

Women’s Ministry

“Vonda, with all her Southern charm, won over the hearts of the women, made us laugh, and led us straight to the throne of the King of KIngs…Vonda was gracious and accommodating. Can’t wait to have her back!”

Judy Vader
Deaconess of Women’s Ministry
Grace Church
MI

 

Actor

“Vonda is…as much a joy to be around as to work with. I used her for a sad scene in a music video and what I got on screen was a purely genuine emotional performance.”

Kyle Saylors
Director/Producer
Saylors Brothers Entertainment
TN