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I Will Not Be Frozen with Fear!

I’m thrilled to introduce Suzanne Harris, one of the precious ladies at the 2nd Christian Communicators Conference. She wrote this powerful message after she arrived home from the conference. It’s a message for all of us as writers and speakers.

I Will Not Be Frozen with Fear!

By Suzanne Harris

I felt the phone vibrating in my pocket as we gathered on the stairs for the group photo. I peeked. It was Mom. “Hey Mom, I can’t talk. I haven’t left yet – I’m sorry to keep you waiting. I know, I know. I’m sorry. I’m doing the best I can. I’ll call you when I’m on the road. What? I can’t hear, I’m in a group of people – tell Daddy I’m sorry.”

The sobs came almost immediately. The spell had been broken. All week I had been living in a dream world, but the outside world came crashing back in. Too soon. Too soon. I wasn’t ready.

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Interview & Book Give-Away with Author Eddie Snipes

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I’m thrilled to introduce my friend, Eddie Snipes, President of the Christian Authors Guild. You’re in for a treat! You’ll want to get the whole scoop on Eddie below, and don’t forget to leave a comment and you’ll in the drawing for a free book!

Let’s start with an easy question everybody always wants to know: Have you always wanted to be a writer?

In school, I grumbled that I had nothing to write. I often tell people that I was so good in Grammar that I was invited back to take the class four times.

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Making the Most of Writing Opportunities

istock10-11sendfileEach month I post a list of writing opportunities here at The Christian Writer’s Den, and as a result, many of you have found success through the years by taking advantage of those opportunities.

But some have admitted that even with the prepared list delivered to your Inbox each month, you’ve never taken advantage of the posted leads.

Why not?

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The Three Best Ways to Ensure Failure

istock1011successfailureIn the world of writing we read a lot of opinions on how to succeed as a writer. But have you ever considered the surefire ingredients of failure?

Today’s post is from my friend, Dave Weiss, pastor and founder of AMOKArts and AMOKArts Tribe, a blog for anyone interested in using art to serve others and glorify God.

Check out this video. Regardless of your goals, are you headed toward success or failure?

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Interview and Book Give-Away with Cindy Rooy

cindyrooyheadshotWhat a joy to introduce this week’s visiting author, Cindy Rooy. Cindy and I met years ago at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and it’s been a joy to watch God bless her work. Cindy is the author of the Bible study, Trusting God Through Troubles & Tears. She presently hosts a bi-weekly radio show in New Mexico called Faith Flash and is an inspirational newspaper columnist for three papers covering southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee. You can read more about Cindy and her ministry at the end of the interview, but be sure to leave a comment and you’ll be in the drawing for a free book!

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Do You Really Want to Be a Master at Writing? (and Writing Opportunities just for you!)

Several of you have mentioned your frustration with continued rejections, marked-up critiques, or blogs with few followers. So this looks like a good time to revisit this blog post, written several years ago:

walkway2bobspaldingWant to Be a Master Writer?

My journey to publication was like that of many writers…filled with unexpected (and of course, undeserved) detours of rejection and denial. What were those editors thinking? Didn’t my years as a high school newspaper reporter and editor of the literary journal count for anything? And what about all those A’s I made in college English Comp class?

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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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Are You Looking For The Secret Shortcut to Writing Success?

whichwayistock711In 1993 I deposited ten manuscript submissions into the post office bin…and mentally began spending the money. It was a no-brainer. After all, I’d written the next bestselling novel, one worthy of bidding wars and movie options. Oh my, what was I going to do when five publishers wanted my book at the same time?

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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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Author and Book Give-Away with Julie Papievis

juliepheadshotOn May 10, 1993 Julie Papievis’ life was changed forever because someone ran a red light. In the horrendous car accident, she suffered a severe brain stem injury and medically died, rating a 3 on the Glascow Coma Scale, the lowest number possible. According to medical experts, 96% of the people with such a severe injury either die or remain permanently comatose. The few who survive typically face a non-functional life.

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