Megan DiMariaFeb 152 minMethods for writers to get to know their charactersWriters, how do you get to know your characters? Readers can tell how well an author knows their characters, so you better polish your...
Megan DiMariaFeb 81 minOpportunity Alert: virtual writing workshopI'm always on the lookout for a good learning opportunity, and a friend recommended this upcoming workshop to me. Jane K. Cleland comes...
Megan DiMariaJan 182 minWriter: organize a writing getawayA writer writes, no matter where they are—but organizing a writing getaway to devote hours to your craft can boost your creativity and...
Megan DiMariaOct 12, 20212 minGet ready for National Novel Writing Month! Simply put, National Novel Writing Month (or NaNoWriMo for short) is the opportunity to jump-start your writing by completing 50,000...
Megan DiMariaOct 5, 20211 minOpportunity Alert: The Art of Writing 2021Now, THIS sounds great. The Art of Writing 2021: An Online Conference for Writers, Storytellers, and Publishing Curators. This virtual...
Megan DiMariaSep 28, 20211 minOpportunity Alert: Pitch WarsHave you heard of this (FREE) contest? I just happened to run across it and couldn't resist sharing the information with my friends....
Megan DiMariaSep 21, 20214 minWant write a book? Thirteen strategies for productivityDo you dream of being a writer? I've got some advice for you: set boundaries and get the work done! Carving out time to accomplish your...
Megan DiMariaSep 14, 20213 minPros, cons, and review of the 2021 ACFW conference AND great book suggestionsThe winner of last week's giveaway, a copy of Jen Turano's book, To Write a Wrong, is Rachel Phillips. Congrats, Rachel! Like last year,...
Megan DiMariaSep 7, 20214 minFun interview with author Jen Turano & a giveaway!I'm delighted to host my friend and USA Today Bestselling Author, Jen Turano, one of the funniest voices in Inspirational Romance. I've...
Megan DiMariaJul 6, 20212 minOpportunity alert: Scrivenings Press #GetPubbed contestI'm always pleased to share great writing opportunities with you. Contests are a wonderful way to get valuable feedback and this one...
Megan DiMariaJun 15, 20212 minOpportunity Alert: Online Writing WorkshopI love sharing great opportunities for writers to hone their skills or reach out in their next step toward publication by meeting with...
Megan DiMariaJun 8, 20211 minOpportunity alert: NEW writers contest!I think it's good for writers to enter contests. This contest is specific to NEW writers. Often when you enter contests, you get...
Megan DiMariaMay 11, 20211 minWhat do you hear when you're reading?I know of authors who listen to certain soundtracks while they're writing to inspire them to write with emotion or to add authenticity to...
Megan DiMariaNov 3, 20205 minAttend the VIRTUAL Faith & Fellowship Book Festival!Oh, my goodness! I heard about this a few days ago, and it looks terrific! Any gathering that has the words faith and festival in the...
Megan DiMariaOct 6, 20203 min#Opportunity Alert for unpublished writers of Christian fictionAuthors, do you write Christian fiction? There's a great opportunity coming up for unpublished writers. The ACFW (American Fiction...
Megan DiMariaSep 29, 20201 minCatching upFirst, happy national coffee day! I've had my two cups already, and I'm good to go. Since attending the conference two weeks ago then...
Megan DiMariaSep 22, 20202 minPros and cons of the virtual ACFW conference AND book suggestionsLast week, I was supposed to be in St. Louis attending the ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) annual conference. I still attended,...
Megan DiMariaJul 28, 20202 minThe editing blues and how to push through them*Congratulations, catbooks72! You won a copy of Jen's book, Storing Up Trouble. Please message me, and I'll pass your address on to Jen....
Megan DiMariaJul 21, 20204 minA peek into a successful author's process and a novel giveaway!I'm delighted to host my friend and USA Today Bestselling Author, Jen Turano. I've been a fan of Jen's since her first book released. If...
Megan DiMariaApr 28, 20202 minHow to gather FREE writing tips and find inspiration from the prosOkay, I’ll admit it, I’m always up for getting some topnotch advice from industry professionals. In addition to going to writing...