Topic: Editors at the conference Verse: Psalm 141:2–May my prayer be counted as incense before You; the lifting of my hands as the evening offering.Verse: Father, Thank you for the editors attending this conference. We are so blessed to have them at ACFW. We pray for strength and wisdom for them every moment of every day of the conference. We …
Critiquing Suggestions for Transitioning to Published Author
by Carrie Fancett Pagels I’ve posted elsewhere about not despising the day of small beginnings, as the Bible also tells us. One of the blessings of working on three “smaller” publications in the past several months is what I’ve learned about my writing life. For example, how can I best work with a Critique Partner (will abbreviate as CP henceforth.) …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 32
Topic: Brandilyn Collins as she emcees Verse: Psalm 66:16–Come and hear, all who fear God, And I will tell of what He has done for my soul. Lord, we pray for energy, a clear mind, wisdom, a clear voice, and lots of fun as Brandilyn emcees during the conference. May the words she speaks come forth with joy, rooted in …
5 Keys to a Successful Editor/Agent Appointment
By Elizabeth Ludwig Few things strike fear into the stout of heart more than speaking in public. In fact, according to a recent Gallup Poll, the only thing more petrifying is a fear of snakes. Is it any wonder, therefore, that writers are often reduced to stuttering, terror-stricken imbeciles when faced with the prospect of sitting down with an editor …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 33
Topic: Finances for those attending Verse: Psalm 121:2–My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Lord, we thank You for being a God who provides for all of our needs. We glorify You for making a way for us to attend the conference and believe You have mighty works planned. For those who are unable to attend …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 34
Topic: Those teaching workshops Verse: Proverbs 8:1–Does not wisdom call, and understanding lift up her voice? Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You, Lord, for those teaching workshops at this year’s conference, and thank You for their willingness to share their knowledge that Your name may be exalted and lifted up through their efforts. Please grant each of them insights into their …
Extrovert Your Introverted Writing Ways
by Crystal Laine Miller If you are an introverted writer, you may be ready to crawl into a cubby somewhere after reading Amanda Luedeke’s The Extroverted Writer: An Author’s Guide to Marketing and Building Platform. Don’t. Read it again (it’s short) and take one bite of the elephant. Start with just one thing that she addresses. If you’re that extroverted …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 35
Day 35 Topic: The praise band as they practice and lead worship Verse: Psalm 150:6–Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord! Lord, thank You for choosing to inhabit our praises. We lift up every member of the praise band as they prepare to come to conference, practice together, and lead worship. We pray for the protection …
God has Bestowed Creativity Upon His Creation
by Mary Ann kerr Creator noun: a person or thing that brings something into existence. • (the Creator) used as a name for God. God is the author of creativity. I realized the other day that I always think of God as the person who created the heavens and the earth eons ago. I’ve never thought of Him as still …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 36
Topic: Those teaching continuing education Verse: Psalm 28:7a–The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Abba-Father, You are El Shaddai, the strength Giver. As the continuing education teachers prepare for their classes at conference, fill them with Your strength. You are Jehovah Jireh, the Provider. Provide the teachers with words and …