One Christmas, I received a book many writers may have in their library of writing resources. Between the covers of Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories, Christopher Booker pours a wealth of knowledge into 700 pages about crafting the perfect plot and creating satisfying storytelling. A plot is a sequence in which a story …
Book Recommendation – A Seaside Wonder by Melissa Tagg + #giveaway
Today I'm sharing my book recommendation for Melissa Tagg's wonderful new release, A Seaside Wonder. It's the second book in Melissa's Muir Harbor contemporary romantic mystery series set in Maine. Here's the Book Description: In one evening, Indi’s world falls apart. Enter the shy professor her family mistakes for her fiancé…make that ex-fiancé. Professor Philip …
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Writers Life | A visit to America – in my head
By Meredith Resce For many years (24 to be exact) I have written Christian fiction based mostly in Australia. I’m Australian, so it makes sense to write what you know, or at least where you know. I had a short adventure living in the UK for a year in 2008, and during that time I …
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Devotional | You’re Not Here to Think…You’re Here to do as You’re Told!
By Sally Hewitt “You’re not here to think…you’re here to do as you’re told!” These words were fired at me like bullets from a rifle, causing me immediate injury. Of course, I laughed about it afterwards with my school friends, but in reality, the teacher who shot those words at me in class over forty …
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Tuesday Book Chat | Do You Finish Every Book You Start?
Welcome to Tuesday Book Chat. This is where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: Do you finish every book you start? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this post or on the blog post shared in our …
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Devotional | Door to Which Door?
Devotional by Karen Rees Scripture: Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven where moth and rust do not destroy and where thieves do not break in and steal. Matt 6:20 Our ministry in Hong Kong is with household servants imported from the Philippines. Many of the ladies spend years working there to put children through …
Fiction Friday | Book Review of Freedom’s Flight by Penny Zeller
Today I am reviewing Freedom's Flight by Penny Zeller Book Description Annalise Van Houten knows what it’s like to live in an oppressive situation. Sent to live with her conniving aunt and uncle in Ridge Gap, Tennessee, after her parents die, she dreads the plans they have for her future. When she discovers the handsome …
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Author Interview | Brenda S. Cox on Fashionable Goodness
By Donna Fletcher Crow Donna: I am delighted to bring Brenda S. Cox to Australasia today as part of her official blog tour for the launch of her wonderful new book Fashionable Goodness, Christianity in Jane Austen's England. Brenda, what led you to write a book on this subject? Brenda: In the eighteenth and nineteenth …
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How to Design Covers Both Men and Women Love
For a man to check out a book online or in a store, the cover must hold the promise of a story men would enjoy. Historical novels where romance isn’t the most important plot focus are often enjoyed by both men and women. So, how can our choice of cover let men know our story …
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Tuesday Book Chat | What’s Your Favourite Way To Follow An Author Online?
Welcome to Tuesday Book Chat. This is where we encourage book lovers to answer our bookish question of the week. Today’s question is: What's Your Favourite Way To Follow An Author Online? We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Please join in the conversation by commenting on this post or on the blog post shared …
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