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Those Pesky Number Rules
Have you ever been confused about how to write numbers in a sentence or paragraph? To be honest with you, this has confused me at times. We all have strong and weaker points. This is my weaker point,...
Writing Consistent Blog Posts
How in the world am I going to blog on a regular basis? That’s a question that many of you may have asked. The answer is that we don’t wait to blog until we are inspired. Your inspiration may...
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Six Things Editors Wish You Didn’t Do
I’ve worked with editors in both the magazine and book world. As a writer, you become part of a team as you submit and publish your writing. Your relationship with an editor is key as you become part...
The Beauty of a “Good News” Buddy
When I sold my first story to Chicken Soup for the Soul, I was excited on many levels. I sold my first story! I received a check for $200. It was in a real book in real stores...
Negative Thinking Is a Writing Roadblock
Did you know negative thoughts can stand in the way of your writing success? A couple years ago I released a book called Unsinkable Faith: God-filled Strategies for Transforming the Way You Think, Feel and Live, and although...
Three Things That Turn Away a Blog Reader
Today’s blog post competes with a lot of other mediums, but there are several blogs that still inform, connect, and delight readers. If you are building a blog community, it’s vital to create a welcoming environment where a...
Using Verbs for Variety and Vividness
How can the hard-working verb can transform your writing from so-so to stunning? In this lesson, Glynnis shows you how to spot weak verbs, how to identify passive writing and how the right verb can help eliminate wordiness.
Punctuation Review: Part Two
In this second-part, Glynnis reviews seven of the 14 common punctuation marks such as dashes, parentheses and ellipses. Be prepared for a practical lesson with immediate application to your writing.