Writing Encouragement: A Prayer for My Fellow Writers
March 3, 2022
A prayer of encouragement for my fellow Christian writers. … More Writing Encouragement: A Prayer for My Fellow Writers
Author: Karley M. Conklin
Karley Conklin is a part-time librarian, part-time writer, and full-time bookworm. On her blog http://litwyrm.com/, she discusses all sorts of literature, from poetry to picture books. Her goal is to use the power of stories to remind others of hope and joy in a world that all too often forgets both.
5 Tips for Overcoming Writing Critique Group Jitters
February 3, 2022
Does the idea of attending a writing critique group make you nervous? You’re not alone! Check out a few tips for calming those critique jitters. … More 5 Tips for Overcoming Writing Critique Group Jitters
Setting Your Reading Goals for 2022
January 6, 2022
“Read, read, read. Read everything — trash, classics, good and bad, and see how they do it. Just like a carpenter who works as an apprentice and studies the master. Read! You’ll absorb it.Then write. If it’s good, you’ll find out. If it’s not, throw it out of the window.” ― William Faulkner As writers, … More Setting Your Reading Goals for 2022
Year-End Reflections: Quieting Our Souls for The New Year
December 27, 2021
The week between Christmas and New Year’s is the perfect time for reflections. Here are a few journaling prompts to help you reflect and quiet your spirit for the coming year. … More Year-End Reflections: Quieting Our Souls for The New Year
The Best Yes: Make the Most of Your Holiday Season By Doing Less
November 4, 2021
Thanksgiving and Christmas are on their way. Are you ready to say no to obligations and slow down this holiday season? … More The Best Yes: Make the Most of Your Holiday Season By Doing Less
Comic-Book Kids: Finding Chapter Books for Your Graphic Novel Fans
October 7, 2021
Graphic novels can help spark a love for reading in kids. But when the time comes, how do you find chapter books your graphic novel fans will enjoy? … More Comic-Book Kids: Finding Chapter Books for Your Graphic Novel Fans
5 Ways to Practice Good Literary Citizenship
August 5, 2021
What does is mean for a writer to practice good literary citizenship and why is it important? … More 5 Ways to Practice Good Literary Citizenship
6 Easy Steps to Vacationing As a Writer
July 19, 2021
Master vacationing as a writer with these 6 easy steps. … More 6 Easy Steps to Vacationing As a Writer
Storytime: 3 Reasons Reading Aloud is Good for Adults, too
May 6, 2021
We all know that reading aloud is good for kids, but what about adults? Can reading aloud be good for them, too? … More Storytime: 3 Reasons Reading Aloud is Good for Adults, too
5 Poetry Prompts For National Poetry Month
April 1, 2021
Ready to celebrate National Poetry Month? Here are a few prompts to get you excited about writing poetry in April. … More 5 Poetry Prompts For National Poetry Month