Into the Fire

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

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  •   God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way . . . . . . The Lord Almighty is with us . . . . . . The Lord Almighty is with us . . .   Psalm 46:1, 7, 11…

  •   http://writingonboard.blogspot.com/   Thanks, my friend and author Normandie Ward Fischer. May the Lord bless you for your generous and helpful spirit. In the Name of Jesus, Amen. 

  •   You could measure how much I know about nunneries on the tip of a preemie baby’s finger, but suffice it to say from my tiny understanding those who occupy them have a set of rules which do not get broken without repercussions to those who break them. I would guess some nunneries are more…

  •   You know the controversy about the evolution of publishing. E-books could phase out “real” books. And so on . . .   Think about these factors in CBA publishing:   The publishing industry insists it’s not viable to print smaller runs for niche novels even with the advancement of Print on Demand.   The…

  •   There’s something about women. If they’re obnoxious, they seem more obnoxious than men. If they’re hardened in their character, they seem more conniving than men. If they cuss and swear, it’s more of an assault to the ears and souls than when a man uses the same words. Why is that?   I realize…

  •   In Lynette Eason’s Book Two of the Women of Justice Series, Jamie Cash examines the bones unearthed by a backhoe in the outskirts of a cemetery. FBI Special Agent Dakota Richards is falling hard for the forensic anthropologist, but he recognizes something serious in her past keeps her at a distance emotionally. What the…

  •   Contend, O Lord, with those who contend with me;  fight against those who fight against me. Take up shield and buckler;  arise and come to my aid.   Brandish spear and javelin  against those who pursue me. Say to my soul,  “I am your salvation.”   Psalm 35:1-3 (NIV)

  •   As a writer, I experience a certain hesitancy with every new novel I open. As an author, I’m both apprehensive and anticipatory of experiencing the wow factor. Truth be told, every once in awhile I smile at those moments in my own storytelling when the language and the situation merge with stellar results. Now…

  •   I’m slowly learning it takes a lot more to impress me than it used to. I suppose that’s usually the case as you “grow” into something and gain knowledge or form an opinion you’re willing to defend or a belief system that’s provided a solid anchor. This isn’t about people. It’s about writing, of…

  •   Haven't done this for quite some time. Favorite "L" words: Lovely Lucid Languish Livid Lasting Luminescence Lilting Lithe Lover Loquacious Lately Lunge Lock Lady Lord How 'bout some of your favorite "L" words?   Lord, you are the creator of words and worlds and wisdom. Thank you for sharing it all with us. In…