Megan DiMaria
Be kind, support an author
Are you a book lover? Besides buying an author's book, there are several ways to support an author. Did you know that authors are not...
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A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
I post every Tuesday.
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Megan DiMaria
- Jun 7, 2022
- 2 min
Methods to Keep Creativity Flowing
I find this quote from Voltaire delightful. Isn't it lovely? Everyone in the arts, including hobbyists, needs to feed their creativity....
Megan DiMaria
- Feb 15, 2022
- 2 min
Methods for writers to get to know their characters
Writers, how do you get to know your characters? Readers can tell how well an author knows their characters, so you better polish your...
Megan DiMaria
- Feb 8, 2022
- 1 min
Opportunity Alert: virtual writing workshop
I'm always on the lookout for a good learning opportunity, and a friend recommended this upcoming workshop to me. Jane K. Cleland comes...
Megan DiMaria
- Jan 18, 2022
- 2 min
Writer: organize a writing getaway
A writer writes, no matter where they are—but organizing a writing getaway to devote hours to your craft can boost your creativity and...
Megan DiMaria
- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
Just a bit of winter advice
This past Saturday, the temperature in suburban Denver was in the mid-60s. We wore shirt sleeves and strolled down Mainstreet, admiring...
Megan DiMaria
- Oct 26, 2021
- 1 min
Backside in chair, fingers on keyboard
It's nearly November, and I'm working hard, preparing the plot (yes, I'm going to plot this one out, hopefully) of my next novel. My goal...
Megan DiMaria
- Oct 19, 2021
- 2 min
My plan (a lifehack!) while striving for a publishing contract
An important component of my plan is a vital lifehack. If you master this, you'll be a happier person. Keep reading for that second part...
Megan DiMaria
- Oct 12, 2021
- 2 min
Get 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 DiMaria
- Sep 28, 2021
- 1 min
Opportunity Alert: Pitch Wars
Have you heard of this (FREE) contest? I just happened to run across it and couldn't resist sharing the information with my friends....
Megan DiMaria
- Sep 21, 2021
- 4 min
Want write a book? Thirteen strategies for productivity
Do 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 DiMaria
- Sep 14, 2021
- 3 min
Pros, cons, and review of the 2021 ACFW conference AND great book suggestions
The 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 DiMaria
- Sep 7, 2021
- 4 min
Fun 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 DiMaria
- Aug 31, 2021
- 2 min
Lifehack: Books to read by the end of 2021
I bet I'm not alone when I say I love to get recommendations for good books. Occasionally, I visit some authors' websites that review the...
Megan DiMaria
- Aug 10, 2021
- 2 min
It's break time (and what I'm reading!)
Summer is coming to a close, and I need a break from blogging. I've got a lot of balls in the air, and I don't want them all crashing...
Megan DiMaria
- Jul 27, 2021
- 2 min
Opportunity alert: Scrivenings Press #NovelStarts contest
Do you have a great story idea that's been running through your mind? Have you started writing it? Maybe you've got a thousand words, or...
Megan DiMaria
- Jul 13, 2021
- 1 min
Author Media Social: a new social network for writers!
Have you heard there's a new social network that caters to writers? It's Author Media Social. Social media can be a distraction. Even...
Megan DiMaria
- Jul 6, 2021
- 2 min
Opportunity alert: Scrivenings Press #GetPubbed contest
I'm always pleased to share great writing opportunities with you. Contests are a wonderful way to get valuable feedback and this one...
Megan DiMaria
- Jun 22, 2021
- 1 min
Opportunity Alert: Angel Book Awards
My goodness, there certainly are a lot of opportunities lately for writers. (Check out this post and this post for more.) Today's tip is...
Megan DiMaria
- Jun 15, 2021
- 2 min
Opportunity Alert: Online Writing Workshop
I love sharing great opportunities for writers to hone their skills or reach out in their next step toward publication by meeting with...
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