Our family has been dealing with a great deal of change this year. I began working outside the home for the first time in over a decade. Our oldest daughter became a teenager. Our youngest daughter struggles with my work … Continue reading →
Just over a year ago I traveled to India with Stop The Traffik and Amor Ministries to learn about the issue of human trafficking. (You can read more about my trip here and here.) I had my heart broken multiple … Continue reading →
Christian parents want their kids to read good stuff! The words and stories kids read can influence their ideas and also their beliefs. The sooner parents get good books into the hands of their children, the better. That’s why Bible … Continue reading →
For the past month, many students have experienced a rude awakening. While using phrases such as “C U L8R” might work for Facebook, Twitter, or other social media networks, they’re finding teachers and professors aren’t quite so accepting.Grammar counts. Not … Continue reading →
This week I am teaching classes on writing for children at the Maranatha Christian Writers’ Conference in Muskegon, Michigan. The theme for this year’s conference is Every Writer Needs A Team. I am happy to be a part of the conference because … Continue reading →
Are you a writer? Then get ready for a life of rejection. I don’t mean to sound discouraging, but rejection is a big part of the writing life. Believe me, I know from experience! A rejection letter comes from a … Continue reading →