Month: September 2017

Author Interviews III: Sandy Carlson’s First Self-Publishing Experience

September 23, 2017

Author Sandy Carlson was born in Michigan, lived in six other states, and now resides in Michigan again. A former elementary teacher, Carlson is a blogger and a long-time member of SCBWI. She’s published in magazines, e-zines, newspapers, and anthologies, in addition to being the author of historical fiction, fantasy, and nonfiction books. Today, she writes, … More Author Interviews III: Sandy Carlson’s First Self-Publishing Experience

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Kick Out Clichés

September 20, 2017

We hear them so frequently that we’re often oblivious to their presence. But if we want our writing to make an impact in this day and age, in the final analysis, we must think outside the box and avoid clichés like the plague or our writing will be behind the eight ball! What are clichés? Once … More Kick Out Clichés

Pilgrim’s Progress theme Part III

September 18, 2017

Write2Ignite Conference 2018 theme series—by Deborah S. DeCiantis  After his escape from the Slough of Despond, Christian meets Mr. Worldly-Wiseman, who convinces him that an easier way to get rid of his burden is to turn aside from the path to the Wicket Gate and instead climb the hill to meet Legality and Civility. Christian … More Pilgrim’s Progress theme Part III

Author Interviews II: Laurie Gifford Adams Shares on Self-Publishing

September 3, 2017

Laurie Gifford Adams began writing young adult novels during her career as an educator. Adams is the author of Finding Atticus, www.RUinDanger, Over the Edge, and Before I Knew. A former Prattsburg (NY) High School schoolmate of W2I Team member Darcy Hendrick, Adams has agreed to share her self-publishing experiences for our informational series of … More Author Interviews II: Laurie Gifford Adams Shares on Self-Publishing