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Writer’s Headlines: Writing Opportunities for YOU!

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By Vonda Skelton | May 17, 2012

Here are May’s writing opportunities, selected just for you. Check them out and then get to work. And don’t forget to let us celebrate with you when it leads to something good!

 

General:

1.  OakTara is looking for short stories—real-life love stories—for our upcoming anthology, to be published in fall 2012. If your story is chosen, you’ll receive either a cash award or a royalty percentage of net retail sales, plus complimentary copies of the book. And you’ll be a published author, with a credit to add to your growing publishing résumé! For more information, visit http://oaktara.com/tellusabout The deadline for submissions is June 15th, 2012. Send all questions and submissions to tellusabout@oaktara.com.

2.  New Leaf Publishing Group has been a non-denominational Christian publishing company for over 35 years. New Leaf Submission Guidelines here.

3.  Creation Illustrated is the “leading Bible-based nature journal” and is looking for writers and photographers. Creation Illustrated Submission Guidelines here.

4.  Eldridge Plays and Musicals is always looking for new Christian plays and musicals to help spread the Word through drama. Click in  the upper left for Eldridge Plays and Musicals submission guidelines.

5. Bead&Button Magazine is a bimonthly magazine devoted to techniques, projects, and designs of beaded jewelry and accessories. Bead&Button Submission Guidelines here.

Children:

6.  Guide Magazine: Guide is a Christian story magazine for young people ages 10-14. The 32-page, four-color publication is published weekly by the Review and Herald Publishing Association. Our mission is to show readers, through stories that illustrate Bible truth, how to walk with God now and forever. Guide Magazine Writer’s Guidelines here.

7.  The Kids’ Ark is always looking for great stories for kids. The Kids’ Ark is a quarterly children’s Christian magazine full of the truth about God’s love. There are many questions kids have growing up: Who am I? Am I loved? Am I worthy? Am I valuable? Think of all the pain that could be avoided in a lifetime if a child knew the answers to these questions at an early age. The Kids’ Ark Writer’s Guidelines here.

8.  Highlights for Children is a general-interest, advertising-free magazine for children up to age twelve. It was founded in 1946 by Dr. Garry Cleveland Myers and Caroline Clark Myers, and is still owned and run by their family. The magazine has no religious or organizational affiliation. Highlights has a circulation of about two million and is published monthly. Highlights Writer’s Guidelines here.

9.  Lerner Publishing Group works with many talented authors and illustrators to create its books for children and young adults. Lerner Books Submission Guidelines here.

10. CBH Ministries Keys for Kids teaches children about God’s love and His Word. Keys for Kids Writer’s Guidelines here.

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Don’t forget to MoGo…You could win $100 this year AND write a book!

That’s right–someone is going to win $100 at the end of this year, and it could be you! All you have to do is write at least 7000 new words on a book project and you’ll have an entry into the end-of-the-year drawing. For each month that you reach that goal, you’ll have another entry!

Cindy Patterson was last year’s winner. Who’ll be the 2012 winner? Visit the MoGo7000 Challenge page for details. It’s free!

Well, that does it for this week’s writer’s headlines. Hope you find just what you’re looking for!

Write on!

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Writer’s Headlines: Kudos for Christian Writer’s Den Followers & MoGo7000 Results

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By Vonda Skelton | May 10, 2012

Well, it’s the second Thursday of the month and that means it’s time to see what Christian Writer’s Den followers have been up to the past few months…and you’ve certainly been busy!

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Kudos to These Working Writers!

1.  Cyn Rogalski (PA): I had a DevoKids devotion, “Wrinkly Words,” published on May 4th, 2012. I also had a piece, Adjusting Our Vision, published in the CLASS Communique, and a 738 word article published in thedollarstretcher.com back in January, in print and online. I am also assistant editor at New and True Friends E-zine and will also be a contributing writer there soon as well.

2.  Kimberly Long (TX): I went away to a cabin in the Texas Hill Country the month of April and finished my first book called, “FINANCIAL FAITH: THE PATH FROM POVERTY TO POWER.” I have entered it into the BRMCWC along with my blog (above web address). I hope to have it published in a month or so. Another blessing is that I have been asked to publish a monthly article in our local magazine: LIVING. My department is fashion and decor, but the editor is a Christian man and allows us to incorporate scripture into our articles. You can read the LIVING April issue here. I have been blogging for 3 years and am amazed that I have received over 700 comments. People from countries like Japan, Dubai, Italy, Finland, Australia, Europe, and Ghana to name a few. I don’t know why they would read my blogs, but I’m thankful for the platform. My desire is to build people’s confidence and offer hope for successful living from God’s word!

3.  Marilyn Turk (FL): Signed with Joyce Hart, Hartline Literary Agency. Have a ghost-written story coming in September Guideposts.

4.  Lisa Lickel (WI): Rejoices in her fifth novel release, The Map Quilt, May 4. Celebrates a new contract with Whimsical Publications for another cozy mystery.

5. Raquel Haggard (OK): My book, Rebuilding Your Temple, will release May 22nd. I also have a speaking/book signing engagement that night. This book is a 14-week guided journal about faith, food and fitness.

6. Barbara Parentini (NC): Guest author on Southern Writers Magazine Suite T on April 26th, “Stained Glass.” Contributor to Life Lessons from Dads by Write Integrity Press, to be released June 2012. Also, my card line, Soaring Hearts, will be available this month in Florida at a national chain.

Congratulations to all these writers! You’re doing what it takes, and it shows!

Haven’t seen your name here in a while? Don’t worry, good news could be in your future sooner than you think. Be sure to return next Thursday for a new list of writing opportunities, collected just for you!

Also, if you’re working hard on a book project, remember that the MoGo7000 Challenge is created just for you! (See below)

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Who Met the MoGo7000 Goal This Month?

Congratulations to these writers who wrote at least 7000 words on their current book project:

5. Marilyn Turk  –  13, 808 words
6. Kimberly Long  –  10, 840 words
7. Eddie Snipes  –  8, 510 words
8. Cindy Patterson — 7,024 words

These writers now have another entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100! Would you like an extra hundred bucks? All you have to do is write at least 7000 new words on your book project and your name will be in the hat!

And the good news is, you can join in any time–and it’s all free! Be sure to visit the MoGo7000 Challenge page for guidelines.

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And It’s Not Too Late to Register for the 2012 Christian Communicators Conference!

Ladies, do you feel called to speak? Do you feel God has given you something to share, but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you’ve been speaking a while, but want to expand your ministry. If so, this is the conference you’ve been waiting for!

The 2012 Christian Communicators Conference will be held August 29-September 2, 2012, at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. This is where you’ll learn everything you need to know to grow or develop your speaking ministry.

But don’t take out word for it. Here are some comments from past attendees:

“I’ve been to other speaker and writer’s conferences and felt overwhelmed by the sheer number of attendees. In contrast, the serene setting, personal attention, and professional coaching I received at this conference was priceless.”

Jennifer Johnson, NC
www.ProperUseProject.com

“The Christian Communicator’s Conference was uniquely effective…The intimate number of women allowed for the focus needed to apply the teachings and to bond together with unity. I left with a sense of destination, equipped and prepared for the next step in ministry.”

Verna Bowman, PA

http://vernabowman.com

Rooms for two, three, or four are still available, and you’ll love the all-inclusive pricing. No hidden expenses!

I hope you’ll check out the Christian Communicators website, feel free to contact any of the graduates, or feel free to contact me here or either Carolyn or me through the Christian Communicators contact page. We’d love to partner with you to bring Him glory!

Write and speak on!

Vonda

 

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Writer’s Headlines: Call for Kudos and MoGo7000 Results

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By Vonda Skelton | May 3, 2012

It’s the 1st Thursday of the Month, so I need to hear from you!

Yep, it’s that time–time to let us celebrate your successes with us, so…

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Call for Kudos!

Have you had something exciting happen recently in your writing and speaking life? Maybe you’ve had an article published, signed a book contract or released a new book, got an agent, or started a new blog. If so, we want to hear from you!

It’s really simple, but I do ask that you contact me with the info in this format:

**Your name
**Your state in two-letter abbreviation
**Link to your website or blog
**Your good news
**Link to your good news, if online (online bookstore, online article, etc)

I can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Who MoGo’d in April?

If you wrote at least 7000 new words on a book project, you could be in the drawing for $100 cash! It’s easy!

To report your April results, please leave a comment below with your total new words written in April. You can join any time, and it’s free! Here are the MoGo7000 Challenge rules. For each month that you write at least 7000 new words, you’ll receive an entry into the end-of-the-year drawing for $100. Meet the goal four months and you get four entries. Meet it nine months and you get nine entries! The more you months you meet the goal, the more chances you have to win.

So what are you waiting for? Get started and you could write a book this year–AND win $100!

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Well, that’s it for this week. Be sure to come back next week to cheer your fellow writers along!

Write on!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Conferences & Opportunities for Creative People

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By Vonda Skelton | April 26, 2012

It’s Thursday, so let’s check out some conferences and opportunities for YOU!

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Don’t miss these upcoming conferences for teens, adults, and speakers.

If you haven’t figured it out already, conferences are the way for creative people to learn, grow, and connect with others. I can honestly say most of the good things that have happened in my career can be traced back to something or someone I met at a conference. Think of it as “getting your degree.” Yes, it takes time. Yes it takes an investment. But the return is worth it all!

1.  Upstate SC American Christian Writers Spring 2012 Workshop: May 12, 2012, Greenville, SC

2.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 16-19, 2012, Estes Park, CO

3.  Orange County Christian Writers Conference: May 18-20, 2012, Newport Beach, CA

4.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 20-24, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

5.  St. Davids Christian Writers’ Conference: June 19-23, 2012, Grove City, PA

6.  North Texas Christian Writers Conference: June 22-23, 2012, Keller, TX (I’ll see you there!)

7.  AnAuthor World/The Writers’ Plot Conference: July 21, 2012, Furman University, Greenville, SC (I’ll see you there!)

8.  Greater Philly Christian Writers Conference: August 1-4, 2012, Langhorne, PA

9.  Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival: August 11-16, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

10. Christian Authors Guild “Catch the Wave” Writers Conference: August 23-25, 2012, Norcross, GA

11. CLASS Christian Writers Conference: October 31-November 4, 2012, Ghost Ranch, NM

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Do You Know Some Creative Teens?

The Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival Intern program is looking for teens 16-18yo who are interested in acting, directing, producing, screenwriting, songwriting, singing, television or radio. This is their opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with those who can help them in their goals. I’m honored to be a co-director, along with Sarah Sumpolec, of the Gideon/Clash Entertainment Intern Program for Christian teens.

But you must hurry! The application deadline is June 1st! Tell all the talented Christian teens you know!

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Registrations are Filling Up for the August 2012 Christian Communicators Conference!

That’s right…the conference is in August, but with only 3 or 4 rooms left, space is already extremely limited.

Ladies, do you dream of having a speaking ministry? Do you already have a ministry, but want to grow as a speaker? The Christian Communicators Conference was created just for you!

The 3rd Christian Communicators Conference will be held at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina August 29-September 2, and Carolyn Knefely and I would love to have you join us!

But don’t take our word for it, here are some testimonials from the previous conferences:

“I’ve been to a lot of Christian conferences in my lifetime, yet CCC would prove to be the most rewarding and the most life changing.”
Glenda Mills, WV
http://GlendaMills.com

“The Christian Communicators Conference was an in-depth weekend of speaker training that was filled with encouragement, deep friendship, and love. It helped move my speaking to the next level…I feel more polished and confident as a professional speaker.”
Patty Mason, TN
Liberty in Christ Ministries
www.LibertyinChrist.net

“If you believe GOD is calling you into His service as a speaker, CCC is the very first thing you need to do. After PRAYING of course!”
Liz Cowen Furman, CO
www.LizCowenFurman.com

Feel free to contact me with any questions. You don’t want to miss it!

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Are You MoGoing?

You could write a book this year–AND win $100 in cold, hard cash!

That’s right! The MoGo7000 Challenge will help you complete a book and give you multiple chances to win money. For each month that you write 7000 new words on a book project, your name goes in the hat for the end-of-the-year drawing. Meet the goal three months this year and you get three entries. Meet it nine months and you get nine entries!

The good news is, you can join in any time…and it’s FREE!

Check out the MoGo7000 Challenge page for all the details. And get to work! Next Thursday I’ll be asking for the April totals, which will be announced the next week. So what are you waiting for?

Write that book!

Write on!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Writing Opportunities Collected Just for YOU!

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By Vonda Skelton | April 19, 2012

Well, it’s the 3rd Thursday, so it’s time for writing opportunities selected just for you!

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Check out these writing opportunities and we could soon be celebrating YOUR kudos!

1.  Silver Boomer Books is looking for submissions on widowhood and holidays.

2.  New and True Friends Changing Lives is looking for guest blog posts to encourage and inspire women to live out their faith.

3.  Our beloved Cec Murphey and Twila Belk have a contract with Regal Books for an anthology, I Believe in Healing. They’re looking for stories of documented healing. Deadline May 15, 2012.

4.  Pam Farrel (Men are Like Waffles; Women are Like Spaghetti) and Doreen Hanna are accepting submissions for a proposal going to Focus on the Family to add to their Princess line of books. It will be written to parents of pre-school to pre-teen girls, equipping them to raise their daughters to become lovely young ladies.
*It provides character qualities defined through an A-Z format designed for moms and their daughters to remember those Christ-like qualities for budding Daughters of the King.
*It will be a book perfect for those who have daughters that ages 1-12.
*It will include a Seasoned Mom portion wherein parenting tips will be imparted from Doreen Hanna
*It will conclude with study results, resources and other vital information from parenting expert Pam Farrel
Please contact Doreen@doreenhanna.com for the A-Z list to choose from and more details.

5.  Southern Writer’s Magazine Short Story Contest. Deadline May 1, 2012.

6.  Christian Devotions is calling for devotions written on Faith and Finances. Be creative. Finances consists of provision, tithes, generosity, need, helping others, peace in situations and more. Devotions should be 400 words, contain one scripture text reference and follow our guidelines at this link http://christiandevotions.us/category/write/. Devotion, short bio and author jpg should be sent to cindy@christiandevotions.us

7.  Chicken Soup is always looking for submissions.

8.  Creation Illustrated Writers and Photographers guidelines.

9.  Rest Ministries Chronic Illness Ministry writer’s guidelines.

10. Ideals Books guidelines

11. Advanced Christian Writer submissions

12. Living Light News guidelines

13. Edie Melson is looking for stories of abuse for an upcoming book. Edie Melson’s guidelines here.

Well, I think that should keep you busy for a while. Don’t forget to contact me when you have a success to celebrate!

Write on!

Vonda

 

 

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Writer’s Headlines: Kudos, MoGo7000 & Christian Communicators Conference for Speakers

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By Vonda Skelton | April 12, 2012

Yep, it’s the second Thursday of the month, so that means it’s time to party! Who and what are we celebrating this month? Kudos for writers, MoGo7000 qualifiers, and Christian Communicators Conference to train Christian speakers!

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Let’s Celebrate the Successes of These Christian Writer’s Den Friends!

These writers have something to celebrate…and we get to join in the fun!

1.  Barb Winters (IL): My devotion was published at Christian Devotions recently. You can read it here: Free-Falling Trust. Additionally, I have an article being published in a May edition of SEEK, a Sunday School paper.

2.  Laura Lee Groves (FL): Just got a copy of Always There: Reflections for Moms on God’s Presence. I contributed “From Guilt to Grace” for this MOPS devotional.

3.  Diana Leagh Matthews (SC): Diana started a blog, Where the Winds Blow.

4.  Liz Cowen Furman (CO): Liz has her own blog and is now writing for a Suicide blog. You can read her  Thinking about Suicide posts here. This is a great resource for all of us who may come in contact with those who suffer with depression and suicidal thoughts. She also is a humor writer at The Christian Pulse. Liz says, “And I’m frantically trying to finish my first fiction novel before CCWC this spring and reworking my pre teen series for the same! Eak. CRAZY but loving it!”

5.  Ellen Andersen (SC): I had a devotion published April 5 at Christian Devotions.

6.  Tracy Crump (MS): My story, “Pressure Perfect,” appears in Chicken Soup for the Soul
Family Caregivers that came out in March.

Great job, writers! I’m so proud to share your successes at The Christian Writer’s Den!

And friends, don’t forget to check back next Thursday for a new list of writing opportunities, selected just for you! Many readers have been published as a direct result of something they saw on our writing opps. You could be next!

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And Who Has Another Entry into the Drawing for $100?

These writers have collected entries for the end-of-the-year drawing:

  1. Eddie Snipes – 36,372 words
  2. Cindy Patterson – 7,787 words

Do you want to write a book this year? Then check out the MoGo7000 Challenge. It’s free and you can join in at any time!

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The Christian Communicators Conference is Accepting Registrations!

If you’re a woman who’s ever considered developing or growing a speaking ministry, I hope you’ll check out ChristianCommunicators.com. It’s so much more than a conference. It’s also a community of like-minded women who love and support each other; it’s ongoing training, and the opportunity to get your ministry into the hands of event planners.

Our third conference will be held August 2012 conference at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, and we’d love to have you join us!

The all-inclusive package includes:

  • the complete 5-day training program with breakout sessions
  • 4 nights lodging in a beautiful 2-queen room with bath
  • 12 delicious meals from Wednesday dinner through Sunday lunch
  • a high tea with etiquette training
  • praise & worship led by La-Tan Murphy
  • a professionally filmed video of your presentation
  • snacks, access to the free yogurt bar and cappuccino machines, continuous access to coffee and soft drinks
  • handouts, notebook, and bag
  • reproducible ministry forms
  • give-aways
  • critiques
  • small groups
  • ongoing training and support after the conference
  • a one-hour phone appointment after the conference
  • promotional opportunities
  • the chance to make lifelong friendships with like-minded women across the country

This is an exciting week of learning, growing, and hearing from the Lord. But don’t just take our word for it. Check out the Christian Communicators Testimonial Page to hear from some of our graduates. And take a peek at this short video of Patty Mason and Ginny Dent Brant:

The Cec Murphey Scholarships have been awarded, but we still have room for YOU! However, space is limited.

Please feel free to contact me or Carolyn Knefely with any questions. We’d love to talk to you!

Well, that’s it for this week’s headlines. Hope to see you back tomorrow as we end our week with the only WORD that matters.

Write and speak ON!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Call for Kudos, Call for MoGo7000 Results & The Kids’ Ark Winner

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By Vonda Skelton | April 5, 2012

Well, it’s the first Writer’s Headlines Thursday of the month, and that means I need to hear from all you winners!

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We Want to Celebrate Your Successes!

What have you been up to? Had an article published? Signed a contract? Landed an agent? Started a new ministry or blog?

If so, I need to hear from you so we can celebrate your success next week. All you have to do it is send me the information in this format (I’m sorry, but submissions in any other format cannot be accepted):

  • Your name
  • Your two-letter state
  • Link to your blog or website
  • Your good news
  • Link to your good news, if online

It’s always such a joy to promote you and your successes, Christian Writer’s Den Friends. Thanks for allowing us to happy dance with you!

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Did You Write at Least 7000 New Words on a Book Project in March?

If so, you qualify for one entry in the MoGo7000 drawing for $100! Just leave a comment below stating the total number of new words you wrote in March (not rewrites/edits), and your name will be in the hat for the end-of-the-year drawing for $100 in cold, hard cash!

You can take the MoGo7000 Challenge at any time during 2012. For each month that you reach the 7000-word goal, you’ll receive another entry!

For more information, just visit the MoGo7000 Challenge page for all the details.

You could write a book this year!

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Who’s the Winner of a Free Subscription to The Kids’ Ark?

Kimberly Long! Yay, Kimberly. :-) Congratulations!

Simply contact me with your preferred email address and Jim and Violette will get in touch with you. I know your grandson is a little young, but just think–you can read it to him and hold the copies until he’s old enough to do the puzzles and games. :-)

And thank you, Jim and Violette Burger, for sharing your The Kids’ Ark and a free subscription with us!

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Well, that does it for another edition of Thursday’s Writer’s Headlines. Can’t wait to celebrate with all of you!

Write on!
Vonda

 

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The Kids’ Ark Magazine: Wittiness, Witness, and Writing Opportunity All Rolled into One!

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By Vonda Skelton | March 29, 2012

(It’s the 5th Thursday, so today we get to bring you a special treat!)

Let’s face it, kids spend a lot of time watching TV, playing video games, and getting lost in Facebook. But what if you could offer your child games, puzzles, and the chance to win $100? Do you think that would generate some interest?

Jim and Violette Burger have done exactly that through their non-profit ministry, The Kids’ Ark magazine! Be sure to leave a comment and you’ll be in the running for a FREE subscription!

I spoke at Write2Ignite Christian Writers Conference a few weeks ago and had the joy of meeting Jim and Violette Burger, and what a blessing they were!

Jim and Vi have a heart for children and it shows through their ministry, The Kids’ Ark, a quarterly children’s Christian magazine they’ve publish in Victoria, Texas since 2004. Targeted to children 6-12 years of age, the purpose of the magazine is to teach the truth of God’s Word while also helping them make good choices in life.

The Burgers love kids and encourage them to learn about the Bible by giving away $100 to a young reader every single month! The kids simply read the magazine, fill in the blanks in the back, and mail it in. Once a month they draw a winning name, and that child receives $100 in cold, hard cash! Now that’s a great way to get kids to get excited about reading and learning God’s Word!

Each issue of The Kids’ Ark has a theme. The magazine includes puzzles, mazes, fiction stories, Bible stories and a true story featuring a child who is living his or her life for God. The 10 Commandments and a Salvation prayer are also included each month. Children who pray to ask Jesus into their hearts can complete a form and mail it in. Within weeks, their “Born Again” re-birth certificate with the date they received Christ arrives in the mail, addressed to them.

Jim and Vi said, “God flooded the earth once, with water to destroy all the evil people, but He gave an ark to save His children, the people who really loved Him. Now, the earth is again being flooded, but this time, by Satan. He’s flooding the earth with lies and distractions to keep us from loving God. And, just as before, God is giving us an ark to save His children. This time, the ark is not a boat but a magazine full of the truth–the truth about God’s love for each of us.”

And The Kids’ Ark is not a little four to six page black and white magazine. No! The sample copy I read online had almost 40 colorful pages of fun and faith!

Photo courtesy of FreeDigitalPhotos.net and Stuart Miles

The Kids’ Ark has reached children across America, Canada, Taiwan, Australia, U.K. and India. Many of the magazines have been donated to foster agencies to touch children who might not go to church.

Jim and Vi are trying to reach children for the Lord and tell them that God is exciting and He has a plan and a purpose for their lives. So, what children in your life would benefit from this great resource? I’m ordering a subscription for my granddaughter’s birthday coming up in a few weeks! What better way to help her learn more about our Savior, while having fun at the same time?

The Burgers would love your prayers and support to help reach more children. The cost of a one-year hardcopy subscription is only $20; online subscriptions are $15. This not only helps them reach children, but it also helps pay The Kids’ Ark writers. (Yes! It’s a paying market!)

So what are you waiting for? For more information on how to order, as well as the writers guidelines, you can check out the web-site at www.thekidsark.com. You can also call 1-800-455-1770, or write The Kids’ Ark, P.O. Box 3160, Victoria, Texas 77903.

Bio: Jim and Violette Burger are graduates of Destiny Bible Institute and have been active members of Faith Family Church in Victoria for over 18 years. Jim is still employed and has worked as a Respiratory Therapist for the last 37 years. Violette was a former Flight Attendant with Braniff Airlines until they went bankrupt in 1982. The Lord moved her to Victoria where she met Jim and has worked in outside sales for the last 20 years selling building maintenance and janitorial supplies. Violette likes to let everyone know that this means she sells toilet paper! (Don’t you love it???)

In September of 2007 the Burgers were nominated as “Hometown Heroes” by KAVU, the Victoria local NBC television station, for their sacrificial work on the magazine.

Readers, don’t forget to leave a comment and you could win a free subscription!

Grace and peace,

Vonda

(Photo courtesy of FreeDigitalPhotos.net and Stuart Miles)

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Writer’s Headlines: A Brand New Call for Submissions, Conferences & Contests

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By Vonda Skelton | March 22, 2012

It’s time for Thursday’s Writer’s Headlines…

And that means great opportunities for you! This week’s Writer’s Headlines include a brand new, time sensitive call for submissions, a list of writers conferences, and some writing contests that could bring you some money to help you GO to writers conferences!

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Edie Melson is Looking for True Stories of Abuse

Friends, Family, and Foes: Learning How to Recognize and Stop the Cycle of Domestic Violence—Call for Submissions By Edie Melson

In 2001 my best friend and her daughter were murdered…by her husband. I had spent hours in close proximity with this family and never knew they were victims of domestic violence. That tragedy, along with the things that followed, dramatically shaped my life. I’ve made it one of my life’s missions to warn others about the signs of domestic violence I missed and help them put an end to the cycle of domestic violence so common in our world today.

This book is under contract with Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. We are now accepting submissions of your either your true-life experience with domestic violence or how you dealt with a friend’s experience of domestic violence.

Access the full call to submission for Edie Melson’s writers guidelines for Friends, Family, and Foes here, or find them at Edie Melson’s website. But you must hurry–the deadline is May 31, 2012.

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Writing Contests Can Help You Win

Jennifer Slattery recently joined us here at The Christian Writer’s Den to talk about writing contests. You can check out Jennifer Slattery’s post here.

Here are some contests you might want to check out:

1.  Utmost Christian Writers Poetry Contest

2.  Christian Writers Guild Operation First Novel will be announcing a new contest soon. Be on the lookout for it!

3.  Tom Howard/John H. Reid Short Story Contest

4. Writer’s Digest Writing Competition

5.  Word Weavers Writing Contest for members of Word Weavers only. Check with your local chapter for details.

6.  Amazon Breakthrough Novel Contest is closed for this year, but you could be working on your book now for next year’s contest!

7.  Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards

8.  PBS KidsGO Writing Contest for kids

9.  The Frasier Contest for Voices members at My Book Therapy

10. The Biggest Loser Write It and Win Sweepstakes–Okay, this isn’t officially a writing contest, but you can write letters to your favorite Biggest Loser competitor and win a trip to the Biggest Loser Resort, Biggest Loser meals, or tickets to the Finale! :-)

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Speakers Conferences


1.  2012 CLASS Reunion: April 27-29, 2012, Palm Springs, CA

2.  Christian Communicators Conference: August 29-September 2 at The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove, Asheville, NC. Come join Carolyn Knefely and me as we partner with you to bring Him glory through your writing and speaking ministry! Cec Murphey Scholarships are available! But you must hurry–scholarship deadline is April 1, 2012! Registration deadline is July 29, 2012. Space is limited, so please don’t delay. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

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2012 Writer’s Conferences are Moving into High Gear!

Here’s an updated list of writers conferences. Hope you’re planning to make it to at least one!

1.  Carolina Christian Writers Conference: April 20-21, 2012, Spartanburg, SC (I’ll see you there!)

2.  Colorado Christian Writers Conference: May 16-19, 2012, Estes Park, CO

3.  Orange County Christian Writers Conference: May 18-20, 2012, Newport Beach, CA

4.  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference: May 20-24, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

5.  St. Davids Christian Writers’ Conference: June 19-23, 2012, Grove City, PA

6.  North Texas Christian Writers Conference: June 22-23, 2012, Keller, TX (I’ll see you there!)

7.  AnAuthor World/The Writers’ Plot Conference: July 21, 2012, Furman University, Greenville, SC (I’ll see you there!)

8.  Greater Philly Christian Writers Conference: August 1-4, 2012, Langhorne, PA

9.  Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival: August 11-16, 2012, Ridgecrest, NC (I’ll see you there!)

10. Christian Authors Guild “Catch the Wave” Writers Conference: August 23-25, 2012, Norcross, GA

11. CLASS Christian Writers Conference: October 31-November 4, 2012, Ghost Ranch, NM

Can’t wait to see what comes from these links!

Write on!

Vonda

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Writer’s Headlines: Writing Opportunities Just for YOU & Who’s MoGoing for $100?

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By Vonda Skelton | March 15, 2012

It’s the 3rd Thursday’s Writer’s Headlines!

And that means it’s time for writing opportunities. Here are 16 opportunities I’ve collected just for you! Read ‘em and WIN!

1.  Better Homes and Gardens writers guidelines

2.  ADDitude Magazine writers guidelines

3.  Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine writers guidelines

4.  Alive Now writers guidelines and theme list

5.  Decision Magazine writers guidelines

6.  American Girl writers guidelines

7.  Chicken Soup for the Soul possible book titles

8.  Arizona Highways writers guidelines

9.  Asimov’s Science Fiction writers guidelines

10. CampSite writers guidelines

11. The Christian Century writers guidelines

12. Enrichment Journal writers guidelines

13. family fun writer-guidelines

14. The Lutheran writers guidelines

15. LIVE needs 3-14-12

16. Saturday Writers Writing Contests—LOTS of opportunities to win!

There you go, readers. Now, who’s going to do what it takes? Find something that you can submit to, and maybe we’ll be celebrating your successes soon!

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win $100!

Are you working on a book project? If so, you could be $100 richer at the end of the year!

Yep, that’s right. I PAY you to write that book you’re supposed to write–and it doesn’t cost you anything! Think it’s too good to be true?

Check out the MoGo7000 Writing Challenge guidelines here and then get started. You can join any time, but the sooner you join, the more entries you could have to win!

Just ask Cindy Patterson, last year’s winner. :-)

Write on!

Vonda

 

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