About Paths of Righteousness by Sharon K. Connell This is the first book I wrote as a writer. It was written before I knew anything about writing and yet the readers enjoyed the story. After learning so much through classes, fellow-authors, websites, writing groups, and reading books on writing, I decided the story was worth…
Happy New Year! Ok, I know we’re already more than two weeks into January, but I’m still asking, “Can you believe it’s 2018? Where did 2017 go?” I do love a new year, though. If you need a fresh start, another chance, or a do-over, now’s the time. My goal for 2017 was to have…
Before retiring, I spent my last two decades working in computer technology, developing large-scale computing systems for Boeing. Consequently, I subscribed to several IT publications and ezines which I’ve continued to receive. These publications provide good fodder for stories that deal with issues we face both as a society and as individuals—virtual reality, artificial intelligence…
I jotted on Facebook some of my goals/prayers/hopes for 2019. I thought I’d share it here in case you were looking for encouragement or inspiration for your year. What Are My Plans for 2019? Little changes like switching from reading my Bible plans in NLT to ESV. I’ve done this before with NIV and MSG,…
Book Blurb: Elizabeth (Beth) Sanchez, daughter of the man who formed a militia and drove out the Del Rio Cartel, was the lone survivor after drug lord, Hector Suarez, retaliated, massacring the people in her town. Seven years later, Beth has an MBA, American citizenship, and is ready to chase her dreams. While on a…
Creating Believable Characters for your Stories Would you like to transport your readers right into the story you’re writing? Isn’t that what we want to happen to our readers? Of course it is. After all, we’re writing for the reader’s enjoyment. When I decide upon a character or scene for my work in progress, I…