“What’s the story of your heart?” Haven’t we all heard that question? Or overheard another author say, “I’m writing the story of my heart.” I believe in those lingering stories. …
Sample Chapters – Sell your Voice
Sample Chapters: Let’s talk just a moment about Sample Chapters. Every proposal package includes sample chapters for the story you are proposing. Even if you are a multi-published …
Running out of words
The truth is, I don’t run out of words very often. Usually, I have something to say, and frankly, should probably keep my mouth shut more often. In fact, …
Pitch Practice (or getting ready to PITCH at the ACFW conference!)
It’s conference time! I’ll never forget the first ACFW conference I attended. About 100 of us met in Kansas City for the first ACFW event, and it felt like …
Thoughts from last year’s Storycrafter’s Retreat
[A word from Susie: About 9 months ago, I birthed a new…idea! I really wanted to help a handful of serious writers dive into their stories and mentor them …