by Edie Melson, @EdieMelson As writers, we’re warned early on to avoid the trap of comparison. Each of us has a different path to success—and a different path to publication. These …
How can you avoid Facebook scams?
by Edie Melson, @EdieMelson Social media is big business these days. And like anything that involves large amounts of money, there are lots of unscrupulous people trying to cash in. While …
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 …
When Publishing Doesn’t Go Your Way – 19 Things to Remember
It’s easy to get discouraged in the writing industry. It’s a tough business, and as they say on Project runway, “One day you’re in, and one day you’re out.” So …
Get More From a Writing Conference By Using Social Media
Many writers have the mistaken idea that social networking is only beneficial for connecting online. Or that it only helps when you can’t be at a conference. But it’s important …