African Missions
Thanks to everyone who commented on my short story last week. I hope it’s finally finished. But anyone who writes knows that a story is never finished. I’ve lost track of the number of times I’ve read it aloud in an effort to determine if I’ve chosen the best words....
African Missions
It had been a weekend of celebrations, my niece’s graduation from nursing school and Mother’s Day. If only I’d known it was to be the last Mother’s Day with Mom. Would I have done things differently? On Tuesday, Mom fell and broke her leg. People don’t usually die...
African Missions
I was hoping to post that I would be attending the Sewanee Writers’ Conference in July, but I was declined. I was discouraged for about two minutes and moved on. I’m going to receive many rejections. If anyone had told me last year that I’d have my own blog site...
African Missions
My third novel has not been working out. I couldn’t figure out where it was going. I put the book aside and I’ve been working on a short story for a Writer’s Digest Contest. My primary reason for entering a contest is to get feedback from professionals who can help me...
African Missions
For a Christian writer attempting to get published, a place to start might be Chicken Soup for the Soul™. They currently have 10 books in progress for which they are accepting submissions. You won’t get rich at the $200 per short story that is published (plus 10 free...
African Missions
Congratulations to Judy Christie. Her book Wreath is on the short list as a finalist for the “INSPY” award. Also deserving of recognition and praise is Jamie Chavez (my editor) who was the editor for Wreath. I appreciate Judy introducing me to Jamie. My tip of the...
