Be Not Dismayed (Dealing with Writer’s Doubt)- Guest Blog by T.R.Q.T.
Be Not Dismayed Dealing with Writer’s Doubt by T.R.Q.T. “A man was meant to be doubtful about himself, but undoubting about the truth; this has been exactly reversed.” ~ G. K. Chesterton Doubt has its place. If we were fully confident in ourselves, we would cease to rely on God. […]
Becoming a Successful Writer – Guest Blog by T.R.Q.T.
Becoming a Successful Writer by T.R.Q.T. Who doesn’t want to be successful? Whether in business, school, sports, or anything else, success is a much-sought goal. But sometimes we don’t know how to get there. I want to give you a map that will help you reach your destination. But before […]
Making 1st Person Read Like 3rd Person
Making 1st Person Read Like 3rd Person There are several characters whose lives will impact the hero in my newest book. As I was writing, I searched for a way to incorporate more of their thoughts, emotions, and struggles into the book. My biggest dilemma? The book is written in […]
I’m Bored?
I’m Bored? I slouched in my chair, blowing a sigh out my lips and making a funny sound.My sister looked up from across the room. “What’s wrong?”“Oh, nothing. I’m just bored.”“You have writer’s block again?”“No, I know what’s coming next. I even know what words I want to use to […]
“How Do You Come Up With Good Names?”
“How Do You Come Up With Good Names?” I was sitting at a table with some young friends of mine, and we began to talk about writing. One sweet girl asked me what all the names of my characters were. I gave her a few. Her round blue eyes reflected […]
Find it Flawed
Find it Flawed My older sister, a cousin, and I were sitting in my aunt’s living room making potholders. After discussing the variety of topics young girls do, we turned our minds to more spiritual things. We spoke about God and how He is perfect. He never says or does […]