Jim Wilson started his career as “piano tuner to the stars” and went on to have several albums in the Billboard Top-20, two PBS specials and music has been streamed by millions of fans around the globe. Jim isn’t merely the guy who gets under the hood of your Steinway and gives it a quick […]
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Advice From Pros: Allison Felus
Allison Felus is a twenty-year veteran of the publishing industry, with experience managing workflows and creating efficiencies across editorial and production departments. She has edited and/or prepared for print scores of titles in a variety of genres and is currently a proud resident of Chicago. She is a fantastic, and multitalented human being, podcast host, […]
Author Q&A With Rachel Silber Devlin
Author Rachel Silber Devlin a teacher and writer. Her new biography, Snapshots of My Father, John Silber, is a clear-eyed vision of this authentic man of principle who had a drive to achieve great things. Devlin says that she sometimes feels like she and her dad grew up together because she knew him so well from […]
Out Of the Darkness: Book One in the Courageous Series
This historical novel by David A. Jacinto is a journey into the soul—both the author’s and the readers’. Pulling from his family history and deep research into the mid-nineteenth century coal mining industry, Jacinto spins a riveting tale of rags to riches that centers on family and traditions. Tom Wright enters the coal mines at […]
Finding a Good Critique Partner
Critiquing is a critical part of the author’s journey. Whatever your writing, beta readers and writing buddies are a must. If you don’t ask for feedback, you’re not going to produce your best product. So, put ego aside and get psyched to find yourself a stellar critique partner, one who is willing to be honest, […]
Author Q&A With J.S. Puller
J. S. Puller is a playwright and author from the Windy City, Chicago. She has a master’s degree in elementary education and a bachelor’s degree in theatre from Northwestern University. She is an award-winning member of the American Alliance for Theatre and Education has done research on the social-emotional benefits of arts education with the […]
Why Writing Your Life Story Matters
Guest Post by Annie Hutchison, Author of Through Dark Places: The Life Lessons and Spiritual Disciplines That Enable Miraculous Healing I know this is a difficult season. Life is chaotic, unpredictable, and hard. You have enough problems on your plate and writing down everything you’re experiencing may feel like a pointless added burden. So why […]
Getting Your Mind Right for Writing
Guest Post by Rachel Silber Devlin, Author of Snapshots of My Father, John Silber When it comes to getting your mind right for writing, the first requirement is ego. Even if you are a humble and reserved person in many ways, you have to believe, at gut level, that your ideas and insights are valuable commodities […]
Gently Down This Dream: Notes on My Sudden Departure
I’ve never read a book by Hugh and Gayle Prather prior to this gift from New World Library, but I plan to. This introduction to the couple who’ve inspired many through their teachings, authentic outreach, and writings, is a great way to start—and end your indulgence. This particular book was found and finished by Gayle, […]
Author Q&A with Meghan P. Browne
Meghan P. Browne was born and raised in Austin, Texas. She left her beloved Lone Star State to attend the University of Arizona in Tucson, the land of saguaro cacti, the loveliest winters, and gorgeous Santa Catalina Mountains. After graduation, Meghan returned home to Austin and the bluebonnets and blue skies of her childhood where […]