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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.
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List of New Christian Fiction Reads
There's practically nothing I love more than getting lost in the pages of a good book. Because of that, I have suggestions for some good reads, and these books are newer Christian novels (released in 2024) that are finalists in the ACFW Carol Awards.

Megan DiMaria
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Opportunity Alert: The Crown Award (and why you should enter contests!)
Entering contests as an unpublished writer can be a tremendous benefit. The costs are usually reasonable, and even if you don't final or win, you'll receive valuable feedback that can help you improve your craft.

Megan DiMaria
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Seek Wisdom and Embrace a More Fulfilling Life, part 4
Do you desire a more joyful and stress-free life? Seek wisdom. I've always been one to save wise words to live by. This is part 4 of a series.

Megan DiMaria
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Seek Wisdom and Embrace a More Fulfilling Life, part 3
I have been saving snippets for ages, and I love to share wisdom and tips.

Megan DiMaria
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Welcome, Martha Hutchens
I've had the pleasure of knowing Martha for a few years. We connected as writers, and she's one of the most upbeat, encouraging ladies...

Megan DiMaria
May 20, 20254 min read


Opportunity Alert: Christian Writing Conference & 10 Reasons to Attend a Conference
If you're in the Denver area or want to travel to a one-day Christian writing conference, consider attending the Rocky Mountain Christian Writing Conference.

Megan DiMaria
May 6, 20252 min read


Opportunity Alert: 2025 Scrivenings Press Writers Contests
I'm always pleased to share great writing opportunities with you. Contests are a wonderful way to get valuable feedback and these two look great.

Megan DiMaria
Apr 15, 20253 min read


Seek Wisdom and Embrace a More Fulfilling Life, part 2
Operating in wisdom will help you to successfully move through your days.

Megan DiMaria
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Seek Wisdom and Embrace a More Fulfilling Life
Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do!

Megan DiMaria
Mar 18, 20253 min read


Famous Authors' Rules for Writing
If you're a writer, don't you love advice from successful authors? I do. One of my favorite books that gets pulled from my bookshelf when...

Megan DiMaria
Mar 4, 20253 min read


View Your Talent Through God’s Eyes
One of my prayers, and I hope it will become one of yours, is to see myself as God sees me and to seek His Divine perspective.

Megan DiMaria
Feb 18, 20252 min read


Tips for Writing a Heartfelt Love Note This Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is next Friday, and you still have time to compose a love letter for your special someone. As a word person, I think putting your heart on the page by writing a love note is priceless. Sure, you could spend tons on a retail purchase, but writing the feelings in your heart and giving it to the one who holds your heart is priceless. First, don't feel overwhelmed—a love note doesn't have to be pages long, a paragraph or two is fine. Short, sweet, and from the hea

Megan DiMaria
Feb 4, 20253 min read


New Year, New Devotional to Check Out!
Earlier this month, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a book in the mail, D.E.A.P.: Drop Everything And Pray . The gift was from a...

Megan DiMaria
Jan 21, 20255 min read


Essential Habits to Cultivate a Happy Marriage
What were you doing 46 years ago? I was starting the rest of my life. At the time, I thought I was all grown up. But looking back, I was...

Megan DiMaria
Jan 7, 20256 min read


Divine Humanity—A beautiful Christmas thought to ponder!
At this special time of year, I wish you a thrill of joy. . . Decades ago, my parents passed their nativity set to me. In the box with...

Megan DiMaria
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Truly: One choice can change EVERYTHING!
Forty-six years ago this month I made a choice that changed everything for me—I became a Christ-follower. By that, I mean I gave my...

Megan DiMaria
Dec 3, 20243 min read


Welcome, Jennifer Slattery
Do you like Christmas-themed books? In the past few years, I've started reading Christmas novels, and it's become a yearly tradition for...

Megan DiMaria
Nov 19, 20242 min read


My yearly Veterans Day tribute to my Dad, an unsung hero
In honor of Veterans Day, I'm running this encore post. My father was the kindest, most gentle man I've ever known. He was also the bravest—but I didn't realize how brave he was until a few years before he passed away. I had known Dad was in the Army during WWII, but other than that, little was said of his service. In our home, we didn't discuss the war or Dad's role in it. Oddly, I knew which branch of the service most of the men in my neighborhood served in. I can recall

Megan DiMaria
Nov 5, 20242 min read


Congratulations, winner!
Last week when I hosted Johnnie Alexander, she offered a giveaway of her newest release, When Memory Whispers . I've drawn the winner,...

Megan DiMaria
Nov 4, 20241 min read


Welcome, Johnnie Alexander
I'm so pleased to introduce you to my friend, Johnnie Alexander and give you an opportunity to win a copy of her latest release, When...

Megan DiMaria
Oct 29, 20243 min read
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