Monthly Archives: June 2018

Blessed by Adversity

Posted on June 30, 2018 by writinginoverdrive

By Jim Denney I recently read a short story by W. Somerset Maugham called “The Verger.” If you’ve never read the story, here’s a SPOILER ALERT. That’s right, fair warning, I’m about to spoil the ending. But here’s a link … Continue reading →

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Who, me? by Louise M. Gouge

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Louise M. Gouge

What? You think I should be a college instructor? But I’m a stay-at-home mom with a rapidly emptying nest. I’m a college dropout! How am I supposed to earn all those degrees necessary to qualify me to teach college students? … Continue reading →

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The Right Voice by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 27, 2018 by juliearduini

This summer our college-aged son and I are watching the Marvel Avenger movies in order. I’ve watched most of them, but not in order, and as of this writing, we just finished The Avengers. I also was looking for a … Continue reading →

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When There’s No Way Out… by Mary J. Alford

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Author Mary Alford

Have you ever faced a situation where there doesn’t seem to be any way out. Throughout life, we all go through situations like this. Whether it be the loss of a loved one. Financial difficulties. A heartbreaking medical report. It’s … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Gifts and Writing by Marilyn Turk

Posted on June 23, 2018 by pathwaysoftheheart

By Marilyn Turk Recently, I began a study on spiritual gifts. The Bible has four chapters that address these gifts—Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 4 and 1 Peter 4. The gifts are divided into Motivational, Ministry and Manifestation. Although … Continue reading →

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What Makes a Hero? By Margaret Daley

Posted on June 21, 2018 by margaretdaley50

Obsessed is my second book in my Everyday Heroes Series. I finished a 10 book about strong women, so I decided to showcase what makes a hero. What do you think makes a hero? I would love your input into the … Continue reading →

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A Drive to Remember (by Hannah Alexander)

Posted on June 19, 2018 by alexanderhodde

This week Mel and I are moving into our permanent home. I mean that with all my heart. Permanent. God might have other ideas, but while we’re on this earth, I never want to undertake another move. This past weekend, … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Encouragement by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Nancy J. Farrier

  By Nancy J. Farrier   I once had someone ask me this question – “If you could be any person from the Bible besides Jesus Christ, who would you want to be?”   You might think this is a … Continue reading →

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Are You Still Writing?–Lyn Cote

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Lyn Cote

Are You Still Writing?–Lyn Cote This is a question I get fairly often from people I don’t know very well. I say, “Yes, that’s my job.” Then people ask, “How many books have you written?” And they act surprised when … Continue reading →

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Paint Your Wagon, or, the Attack of the Earworm by Louise M. Gouge

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Louise M. Gouge

A Review I love the old musicals, especially those by the gifted composers and lyricists Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe (My Fair Lady, Brigadoon, Camelot). When their musical Paint Your Wagon appeared in my television lineup the other night, … Continue reading →

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The Prodigal’s Brother by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 13, 2018 by juliearduini

Since I finished reading Esther Fleece’s No More Faking Fine, I’ve really been intentional about the power of lament. I used to feel guilty for whining to God, or being real here, mad at Him. Now I realize He knows … Continue reading →

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If You Look Close Enough…

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Author Mary Alford

  I’ll let you in on a little secret…most authors put pieces of themselves into our characters. Whether it be the hero or heroine, if you look close enough, you can see little pieces of the author in their personalities and … Continue reading →

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Mentor or Mentee?

Posted on June 9, 2018 by pathwaysoftheheart

By Marilyn Turk For the past year, I’ve wanted a writing mentor, someone who would advise me and help me on my writing journey. Ernest Hemingway is quoted as saying, “We are all apprentices in a craft where no one … Continue reading →

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My Journey with God As I’ve Developed As a Christian Writer by Margaret Daley

Posted on June 7, 2018 by margaretdaley50

My Journey with God As I’ve Developed As a Christian Writer By Margaret Daley In the past few years my faith has deepened. Actually it has grown quite a bit through the years I’ve written for the Christian market. God … Continue reading →

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Switchbacks (by Hannah Alexander)

Posted on June 5, 2018 by alexanderhodde

This past week, Mel and I hiked a breathtakingly beautiful trail up Casper Mountain in Wyoming. One thing about Wyoming I love is that we still have mountains and lakes and rivers and trails–all kinds of beauty–but fewer people crowd … Continue reading →

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