Value of ACFW

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Today’s the 9th, isn’t it. If it is, I’m the person on tap to blog about American Christian Fiction Writers. One of the best things that happened to me is the day that Colleen Coble told me to join and attend the conference.I love being a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). A key is getting to meet other …

Are Vaccines Linked to Autism?

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Starting June 11th, the Court of Federal Claims will start a test trial to determine whether the mercury contained in vaccines is directly linked to the surge in autism. I clerked for a senior judge at this court for a year after law school. It is a unique court in that the United States is always the defendant. Since 1986, …

So I’m curious

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How many of you have read the Who? posts? And did you enjoy them? Why and why not? I think they’ve been fun, but before I participate in more, I’d love your feedback. It’s a new project and I know we’re always looking for ways to make them better. 🙂 I know my sister Janna got the answer write for …

Who? Vol. 2: Brother Julian and Liza Jane

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Brother Julian from SANTUARY – circa 1740s Franceby Molly Noble Bullwww.mollynoblebull.com Brother Julian glanced at the others in the room. “Never have I seen so many books in one place other than inside the walls of a church.” The portly monk’s high- pitched, squeaky voice revealed a strong French accent. “All of you must be blessed. To be sure, I …

Interview with Author Shelley Bates

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It is my pleasure to have Shelley Bates join us today. She is the author of several books including the new release, Over Her Head. Over Her Head is one of those rare books that has stayed with me in between the times I’ve had to sit down and read it. The characters are real and all too easy to …

Who? Vol. 2: Jose & Cutter

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Jose from The Chronicles of the Spanish Civil War (series) – circa 1938 Spainby Tricia Goyerwww.triciagoyer.blogspot.com Jose moved around the room with quickened steps. Near the Spanish coast where he lived only the children of the wealthy attended SCHOOLS such as this, and he appreciated the fact that here all were given such a chance. Yet his first concern was …

Who? Vol. 2 — my character

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A crime has been committed in 1880s Kentucky—and it’s up to you to figure out WHOdunit! Play the game for a chance to win one of THREE autographed copies of Sharlene MacLaren’s LOVING LIZA JANE. Have you read the opening scene yet? If not, then see how it all started from Brook’s point of view. (Just click on the newest …

Who Vol. 2: setting the scene

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A crime has been committed in 1880s Kentucky—and it’s up to you to figure out WHOdunit! Play the game for a chance to win one of THREE autographed copies of Sharlene MacLaren’s LOVING LIZA JANE. Here’s what you do: read through each of the scenes below. Collect the KEYWORDS from each scene (except Brook’s). Note: keywords point to the NOVEL, …

Keep Me In Suspense

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Today and later this week, I’m the guest blogger over at Keep Me In Suspense. So pop over to learn more about how to write a courtroom scene that will ring true. I’m also the guest blogger at Generation Next Parenting today. You never know where I’ll turn up next. 🙂

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I am doing something new this summer…writing a book on deadline. This is a new experience for me, and one that I pray I get right. You see as a new author, I have a reputation to earn and protect. And I’m learning all the time. In an ideal world, I’ll write a chapter a night in June. Then that …