Category Archives: Guest Blogger

The Bucket, by Guest Blogger Cindy M. Jones

Dear friends, you are in for a treat!  Today’s 5th Tuesday Guest Blogger is Cindy M. Jones, a writer and friend I met at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference several years ago. I can’t wait for you to read this article straight from her heart. And even though it’s a serious message, you’ll get a little chuckle along the way. Thanks for joining us, Cindy!

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Writing Contests: A Viable Route to Writing Success

Readers, you’re in for a treat today! Jennifer Slattery knows Writer’s Contests, and today she shares with us what she’s learned on her road to success. I originally found this post at my dear friend, Barbara Parentini’s blog, Gifts by Grace, back in November. I bookmarked it and waited for the right time to share it with you…and today’s the day!

Let’s hear what Jennifer has to say:

If you’re a newbie writer, there are a few ways to rise above the notorious slush pile: write a stellar query, meet with an editor or agent at a conference, or place in a prestigious contest. Although options one and two help add leverage, they leave a large number of “what ifs.” Like, what if cyberspace eats my

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Confessions of a Perfectionist Guest Blogger by Lynn Blackburn

Have you ever volunteered for something and then realized later that you were in way over your head? That there was a good chance you were going to make a fool out of yourself?

Yeah, me neither.

Except, well, there was this one time. A writer I admire had some openings for guest bloggers. And I said, “Me, pick me!â€

Gulp.

She did.

It might have been okay if I could have written my post immediately. But my assigned slot was over a year away. A lot can happen in a year.

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It’s Been 10 Years by Steve Matheny

mathenysToday’s post is written by our dear son-in-law, Steve Matheny, who could have been lost at the World Trade Center ten years ago. This is the first time he’s told the full story.

He’ll tell you he’s not a writer, and as far as I know, has no inclination to be one.

But the truth is, whether he believes it or not, he IS. After reading his story posted on his Facebook page, I knew I wanted to share it with you. After reading it, I’m sure you’ll agree that he is, indeed, a writer. 

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Guest Blogger Mary Lou Cheatham and MoGo7000

maryloucheathamheadhotToday is the fifth Tuesday, which means we have a guest blogger! Thanks to Mary Lou Cheatham for sharing her thoughts with us today.

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Sneaky Prose Killers by Aaron D. Gansky

I’m away this week at the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association Conference and the International Christian Retailers Show, but don’t worry! I’ve invited novelist and editor, Aaron Gansky, to step in and speak up. You don’t want to miss this great post, Sneaky Prose Killers.

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Sunset Sail with Guest Blogger, Barbara Parentini

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It’s Guest Blogger Day! Please join me in welcoming my dear friend, Barbara Parentini, as she takes us on a whimsical sail through the ups and downs of writing.

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Sustainable Writing, Part Two by Edie Melson

vondahannahshot6As you read this, I’m back at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, having a ball seeing old friends and making new ones. But don’t worry, I’ve still got a great class here at The Christian Writer’s Den–just for you! Please join me in welcoming back Edie Melson as she shares Part Two of her series, Sustainable Writing.

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Sustainable Writing: Research, Redo and Reuse, Part One, by Edie Melson

 

ediemelsonheadshot2I admit, I’m not a great recycler. We don’t have recycle capability with our garbage pick up, so it’s not easy to make the best use of this worthwhile endeavor.

But garbage recycling isn’t the only thing I miss the mark on. I’m not good at recycling when it comes to my writing, either. But Edie Melson is! And she’ll be here for the next few weeks, teaching us how to make the best use of our time, research, and words! Welcome, Edie!

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One Spritz to Womanhood by Guest Blogger, Jennifer Johnson

 

jenniferjohnsonheadshotIt’s the 5th Tuesday, writers, and that means it’s Guest Blogger Day! Please join me in welcoming my friend, Jennifer Johnson. (Be sure to check out Jennifer’s bio below.)

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