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One of my joys in life is to share the many things that have helped me along my journey. I hope you'll find them encouraging. I pray that what you find here will help you pursue your own God given talent and "fire" to write.

On-Line Classes

These are classes I took, and sites I learned from,
when I began my journey to become a published author.

    • Eva Shaw
      Writing classes for beginners are at Eva Shaw's website. Check out her writing classes. The very first class I ever took on writing was "Writeriffic". She's the one that encouraged me to submit my work. I consider her my first mentor. This class is geared to the beginning writer. Watch out, it could change your life.
    • Wordsmith Shoppe
      Where wordsmiths come to learn their craft." Christ-centered site for writers. Offers contests, writers Q&A, links to resources and features a FREE weekly e-mail newsletter for writers called Wordsmith Shoppe News. The newsletter lists information on writer's conferences, contests, book and market news, writing opportunities, an occasional funny, and a column called The PegBoard, written by Peggy Phifer, who tries to cover the many different aspects of writing, or zone in on specific trouble spots all writers come up against at one time or another.
    • Wordsmith Shoppe News Online
      Sister site and linked to wordsmithshoppe.com, we have more links to writers resources listed by category and genre. We also have featured writers, and welcome submissions for this, though we are non-paying at the present. This site will focus more on some individual writers, giving them their own page, or part of a page, in which they can do some free advertising.

People Who Helped Me

    • - Here you will find information about this agency, their clients, and how to submit your own work for publication. Represents both ABA and CBA.
    • Carol Craig Editor - The Editing Gallery
      -Editing, Marketing, and Writing Services - Particularly good if you're writing for the Inspirational market.
    • Susan Lohrer
      The Write Words Editing - Copyediting and Line Editing - Edits all markets
    • Misty Taggart - Sensational Creations by Misty
      One of the most sought after web designers for writers. She was my first and only choice. The perfect marketing partner.
    • Daniel Will - Harris Graphic Design
       If you're looking for truly unique cards, stationary or image making
      promotional materials this computer graphics pioneer is a genius. Innovative and creative, he wowed me with his ideas. Printed pieces are a huge part of building a career and Daniel is always just one click away.
    • Michael and Eve Jolly - Creative Images Photography
      This husband and wife team stood out with their personal service and attention to detail. If you live in the Pacific Northwest and need a personal photographer be sure to contact them.

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Sites I Used On My Journey

    • Bartleby.com
       Search encyclopedias , dictionaries, thesauruses, the classics and more. Can't tell you how many times I used this site.
    • Writers Weekly
      A weekly e-zine full of information on the freelance life.
    • American Christian Romance Writers
      Their mission is to encourage writers of Christian romance and women's fiction, develop their skills, educate them in the market and be a fellowship for writers of like interests. This is my home group. I love them. They've been with me every step of the way.
    • Writers Software
      Browse through all kinds of software designed to help you improve your writing skills.
    • Glimmer Train
      Take the train to getting your literary short-story published. Well worth entering. I entered a story in 2002, when I first started writing.
    • Preditors & Editors
      Their sole purpose is to provide writers with information and contacts for the purpose of seeking publication of their work. A great place to check out agents and publications. Find out if complaints have been filed. I checked out my agent here!
    • Funds for Writers
      Lists of grants and funds available to writers. I still check this out every once in awhile!
    • The Writer Gazette
      Articles, contest, jobs and more for writers.
    • Time and Date.com
      Get a calendar for any year! Used this site extensively in the first draft of A Love Ordained.
    • Library of Congress On-line Catalogue
      Search for any title, author or topic in the Library of Congress.
    • Dictionary.com
      The best on-line dictionary and thesaurus available. This site is so awesome I have a link permanently installed on my toolbar.
    • Guide to Grammar and Writing
      427 references to grammar and writing and principles of composition. This is the site where I finally got clarification on the rules for ellipses.