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Megan DiMaria

Finding Refreshing Story Ideas When The Well’s Gone Dry

Writers tend to grind away, pursuing their passion, but occasionally the well of our creativity becomes parched. We may come to a point...

Megan DiMaria

An open letter to a discouraged writer

I'm fortunate to be able to attend writers' events and to strike up friendships with lots of other authors. I've noticed though, that in...

Megan DiMaria

Three truths to consider when expectations and reality don't match up

Sometimes expectations and reality don’t match up. I attended a writer’s retreat a few years ago, longing for some spiritual refreshment...

Megan DiMaria

Guideposts for a writer's journey, part 1

A few years ago I had the pleasure of climbing up the side of a beautiful Colorado mountain. I was as prepared as possible—the right...

Megan DiMaria

An invitation to see your writing as an act of worship

One of my prayers has always been that my life would be an act of worship to my God. When I was a stay-at-home mom, I viewed keeping my...

Megan DiMaria

What writers can learn from Food Network TV chefs

Do you watch any food competition shows? You know, the ones were chefs compete against each other to make the best dish? There are a few...