I posted this article two years ago, but I was only thinking about the concept a couple of days ago while watching television. It struck me that often in commercials, the female character is depicted as calm, capable and usually in control. In contrast, the male character is often depicted as incompetent, stupid or at …
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Welcome to the Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: How out of control is your to-read pile? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation in a comment on this post or in a comment …
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Have you ever felt like you’ve been left out, looked over, undervalued or just plain ignored? Me too. But, it’s in those moments when you feel like you're lost in the back end of the wilderness, that God sees you. The struggle comes when you don’t know if your talents and gifts are enough. Or, …
Today we welcome Carolyn Miller for Fiction Friday. Carolyn has also offered a giveaway of one of her books. Thank you Carolyn for visiting with us today. 1. Can you tell us a little about yourself? Hi! I’m a mum of four (3 teenagers and a ten-year-old!), wife to one, author of inspirational historical fiction …
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I’ve judged several writing contests over the last five years, including full published novels, short (5,000 words) and shorter (five page) introductions to unpublished manuscripts, and short stories (1800 words). I've judged for Romance Writers of New Zealand, American Christian Fiction Writers, and Omega Writers. And, yes, I'm organising the CALEB Award for Omega Writers …
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At the time of writing this blog, I am sitting in a café eating pizza in Chile. I have just finished a huge ministry day with work and am reflecting on all that has happened. This is my first time in Chile and I enjoying taking everything in; the sights and sounds and smells. The …
Welcome to the Australasian Christian Writers Tuesday Book Chat, where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What makes you buy or read a book from a new-to-you author? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation in a comment on this post …
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The 2019 CALEB Award will soon be open for entries. As the coordinator of the Awards, I'd like to encourage all members of the Australasian Christian Writers community to get involved. Today I'm going to share three ways you can be involved: Entry opportunities Judging opportunities Sponsorship opportunities Entry Opportunities Entry to the CALEB Award …
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Rachel Somers is the bestselling author of series of relationship books ... except the whole of America thinks her aunt, Dr. Donna Sommerville, is the author. Now, lots of published books are actually written by ghostwriters, so that's no big deal. But Rachel is more than the author. She's also the voice behind a lot …
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Christmas arrived with such a flurry, then just as quickly it was gone for another year. 2018 was drawing to a close. Another year. Where had the time gone? Recently I came across an analogy for finishing something and starting something new. It was suggested that we write down all the things that are bothering …
