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This blog is about an aspiring writer's journey into the world of writing. It includes writing tips, author interviews, book reviews and meditations on writing and the Word.

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  • Winner & Links

    Posted on Saturday August 29th, 2009 at 06:00 in blogging, miscellaneous

    Hey, friends! By now you've probably noticed my new header. (Please tell me you noticed my new header, I spent many frustrating hours trying to learn the process!) You'll also notice a few changes in the sidebar. All of the changes came at the recom...

  • Win-Win-Win Situation

    Posted on Friday July 3rd, 2009 at 06:00 in blogging, writing, miscellaneous

    Stephen Covey, in his international best-seller, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, says this: "Win/Win is a frame of mind and heart that constantly seeks mutual benefit in all human interactions. Win/Win means that agreements or solutions are ...

  • 5 Reasons to Blog

    Posted on Wednesday June 3rd, 2009 at 06:00 in blogging, building an online presence

    I first heard about blogging a couple of years ago at a writer's conference. Even after attending the class I wasn't convinced it was for me.I have since become a huge fan of blogging! Here are five reasons you might want to give it a try:1. An Outle...

  • What I Learned From Participating in the "31 Days To A Better Blog" Challenge

    Posted on Saturday May 9th, 2009 at 06:00 in blogging, building an online presence

    I recently participated in ProBlogger's "31 Days To A Better Blog," and decided to share a brief breakdown with you. Hope it's helpful!1. Have at least a few posts that are list posts. (Examples: "Ten Tips For Writing A Synopsis", "My Top 20 Editing ...

  • How To Drive Traffic To Your Blog - Part 3

    Posted on Monday January 26th, 2009 at 00:01 in blogging, building an online presence

    Last week we began our study of ways to drive traffic to your blog.Today I want to focus in on how to get the word out that you have a blog everyone needs to check out!Here are a few things I've learned:Blog CatalogsYou will notice several little but...

  • How To Drive Traffic To Your Blog - Part 2

    Posted on Saturday January 24th, 2009 at 00:01 in blogging, building an online presence

    Here's the second part of "How To Drive Traffic To Your Blog."BREAK YOUR CONTENT INTO MORE THAN ONE POSTI did this in yesterday's post, but I didn't do it merely to get you back here today. Posts that are too long tend to turn readers off. Not all co...

  • How To Tame The Internet Monster

    Posted on Wednesday January 14th, 2009 at 00:01 in blogging, building an online presence

    One thing that everyone has in common is limited time.Many different activities vie for our time, and life often becomes an exercise in juggling that time judiciously.The internet is one area that can be prone to stealing or wasting time, but it can ...

  • TO BLOG OR NOT TO BLOG?

    Posted on Friday October 24th, 2008 at 00:01 in blogging, writing

    That WAS the question. After weeks of praying and considering, I decided to take the plunge and set up my own blog.Why the dilemma? Several reasons.First of all, I am just starting out on this journey of learning the craft of writing. Every second of...