Into the Fire

Passionate thoughts about the world of writing and the Power of God

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  •                                         How about the letter "n" for today? never nauseating neutral night nudge negligent negate namby-pamby nefarious notorious   Father, words are never enough when thanking you. I'm always desperate for you. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.

  •                  Writers, have you lost your voice? Has your voice changed? Young writers working on their first projects often question "voice". What does it reference? How do I determine mine? Experienced authors and other publishing professionals have written unlimited articles giving definitions of writers' voices, explaining how everyone has one, and even how to…

  •        Revenge is the third entry in the Degrees of Darkness Series by Winter Austin, published by Crimson Romance and due out November 11th (2013). We're reunited with Remy LeBeau attempting to put his past behind him once and for all by returning to New Orleans where all but two of his former…

  •   "But now, for a brief moment, the Lord our God has been gracious in leaving us a remnant and giving us a firm place in his sanctuary, and so our God gives light to our eyes and a little relief in our bondage. Though we are slaves, our God has not deserted us in…

  •                         What does it take, if anything, to get you to help yourself to a novel you've already read? I have only one series of novels where this has happened to me, although I confess to be considering re-reading Vince Flynn's books. Why only two books of a three book series? For the first…

  •                                                 Do writers have agendas? State your thoughts here.   Thank you, Lord, for giving me oportunities to explore my writing thoughts. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.

  •       Words are used to describe, to inspire, to dictate, explain, and intimidate. Authors use words to paint pictures. Certain portraits are stark, others dense and complicated, still others delicate and tender. Today I'm going to give you some "w" words which strike up images for me. If you like, tell me what…

  •               So. Is Pelant finally dead? I certainly hope so.   Father, once again I appreciate the multiple talents and gifts you've given to your creation. The beauty and creativity you've shared. I pray more and more of those so gifted would see, know, and understand from whom they receive every good and perfect…

  •                                                           (Free for honest review for CFBA Tour)   Hannah Shire lost her husband two years ago to cancer and is now losing her 82 year old mother Carol to dementia. Although being her caretaker is difficult for a multitude of reasons, one of which is Lady Gaga's CDs blaring from her mom's boom box,…

  •   And he said to man: "The fear of the Lord – that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding."   Job 28:28 (NIV)