Into the Fire

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

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  •                  We've discussed the rules of writing here multiple times and my basic rebellion against them as a statement of what makes a good writer. The rules give a general picture of what constitutes orderly writing, conscientious writing. A writer who is aware of and well-acquainted with these rules will choose which ones…

  •   Finally the last page of Christmas in October. And the one that's hardest for me to post for you because it involves my swishy, "You know it don't come easy" part of self-promotion. To make it more palatable I'm giving away a copy of either The Famous One or Breath of Life. Your choice. Leave a…

  •   Yesterday I posted some books for the Christmas book-buyers. Novels and one non-fiction, all of which I've read and could personally recommend as being well-written. Those I've read are reviewed on this blog if you want to check out a more in-depth opinion of them. Today I will include a few more highly recommended novels…

  •   It's time for my traditonal non-traditional Christmas in October post. Yes, I almost forgot! For those of you who search for good reading to purchase for Christmas gifts, here are a few of my recommendations. I have read all of these. Tomorrow I'll suggest some I haven't read but will soon.   Real Romance: …

  •                                       I really believe people are hungry for the supernatural but don't know how they want to access it. Some will accept aliens but won't entertain the thought of God. Others will champion the superiority of humanism but cannot control getting a common cold. The release of another paranormal movie topped the box office…

  •   . . . so the next generation would know them, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children. Then they would put their trust in God and would not forget his deeds  but would keep his commands. They would not be like their forefathers – a stubborn…

  •   Common sense: http://www.newsmax.com/Headline/schwab-romney-taxes-economy/2012/10/18/id/460590?s=al&promo_code=106FC-1 The sorrow amidst the lies: http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/obama-optimal-slain-diplomat/2012/10/19/id/460716?s=al&promo_code=1073C-1   God, we ask your forgiveness. We repent for our sinful ways. Please forgive us. Please. Heal our land. You're the only one who can. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.

  •                                     Five Friday Prayer Requests: Would greatly appreciate your prayers for "Caleb's Land", one of our Thoroughbreds who's been sick for a few days. Please continue to pray for our nation and the elections. Need prayer for author Mary DeMuth's teenage daughter Julia who recently came home from the hospital but is still dealing with severe…

  •                            Do typos in blog posts matter to you? In books? Ever? I know it bothers writers when typos appear in the articles, posts, and books they read. Just one once in a while wouldn't bother most of us. But for many of us picky writers and readers, those typos make us stop reading if even for a…

  •   Voice catches. The pen refuses. The keys spell letters disconnected. Words falter, lisp, lean, struggle in the throat, strangle the sound. No cadence story wit rhyme. Mute.                                    Father, your inspiration is the only voice I know. Speak to me, Holy Spirit. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.