Today, I am a guest blogger on Katherine Wacker’s blog where I talk about writing a sequel. Come on over and join the discussion. Writing a Sequel
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What Would My Character Naturally Do?
Recently, I posted a blog on the Write Conversation about three questions to ask when we seem to be having plot problems: Plot Problems Solved in 3 Questions. One of the commenters asked if I had a similar checklist for each of the three main questions. Jay, I’m so glad …
Official Book Release
Wracked by guilt over having killed once again, Michael Archer embarks on a mission to clear the name of a man wrongly executed for murder. I am pleased to announce the release of my newest book, Riverbend Justice. This sequel to Journey to Riverbend follows the adventures of Michael and …
When Writers Slump
We all get those times when our get up and go got up and went, leaving us behind. It’s an effort to get up in the morning and to start on our daily activities, like going to work, doing the laundry, cooking, cleaning. Whatever tasks call us. Those times when …
Why Kill Our Characters?
Today, I’m on the ACFW blog discussing why we kill characters. Why Did I Kill a Certain Character
When Writers Slump
We all get those times when our get up and go got up and went, leaving us behind. It’s an effort to get up in the morning and to start on our daily activities, like going to work, doing the laundry, cooking, cleaning. Whatever tasks call us. Those times when our …
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Christmas Memories
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about weird Christmas traditions. As the day of Jesus’ birth draws closer, I’m reminiscing more and more. I’m not sure how accurate the memories are but they’re bringing back feelings of warmth and some head-shaking reminders as well. When our first child, Sean, …
Do We Just Follow the Rules?
Following rules can give us a false sense of security. In my devotional time the other day, I came across this insight in the Jesus Calling devotional by Sarah Young: “Men tend to multiply duties in their observance of religion. This practice enables them to give Me money, time, and …