by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt My last blog post focused on how every novel has a Story Question that fuels your story. Just a quick refresher: A Story Question is the …
Story Question, Story Question, Who has a Story Question?
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt I’m going out on a limb here and making a blanket statement: Every novel has a Story Question. And now that I’ve started this post with …
The Big 3 Questions Every Writer Should Answer
Before I begin to plot a novel — before developing my characters or deciding on the obstacles they’ll face or devising their spiritual journey — I always ask myself the “Big 3 Questions.” …
ACFW 2016 — My Book Therapy-style!
I spent last week in Nashville attending the annual American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) Conference. Ted Dekker was the keynote speaker. The multitalented Rachel Hauck led worship. And yes, there …
The What and Why of Writing: Boy Scout Moment
Say the words “Boy Scout” and most people will think “Be prepared.” That’s the Boy Scout Motto. Or they might think of words like trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous. These are …