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Best Practices for Writing Adoption and Foster Care Books

Best Practices for Writing Adoption and Foster Care Books

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Writing about foster care or adoption is entering into someone’s real lived experience, where emotions are layered and backgrounds are diverse. These stories require care, intention, and truth. When done thoughtfully, they can help readers feel seen, supported, and understood. When done without sensitivity, they can unintentionally gloss over pain or turn real challenges into […]

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Sermons as Seeds: Encouragement for Pastors Who Wonder if Their Words Last

Sermons as Seeds: Encouragement for Pastors Who Wonder if Their Words Last

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If you’ve ever spent hours studying Scripture, praying for direction, and shaping a sermon only to wonder later if it made a difference, you’re not alone.  Every pastor has felt that quiet question: Do these words really last once people walk out the door? The truth is, sermons often do more work than we realize.

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Memoir vs. Autobiography: What’s the Difference

Memoir vs. Autobiography: What’s the Difference (and Which Should You Write?)

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If you’ve ever thought about telling your story in book form, you’ve probably run into two words that seem almost interchangeable: memoir and autobiography. They both deal with real lives. They’re both rooted in truth. But when it comes to actually sitting down to write, the two forms are more different than most new authors

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Fiction Book Structure 101: A Simple Guide for First-Time Authors

Fiction Book Structure 101: A Simple Guide for First-Time Authors

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Structure can sound like a scary word. It feels rigid, maybe even limiting. But here’s the truth: structure is what keeps your fiction book from falling apart halfway through. It’s the scaffolding that holds the magic in place. And when done well, it disappears entirely, leaving your reader fully immersed. If you’re writing your first

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How to Write Characters Readers Actually Believe In

How to Write Characters Readers Actually Believe In

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Great fiction starts with characters who feel real. Not perfect, not polished—but genuine. When readers connect with your characters, they care what happens next. They root for them, worry about them, and think about them long after the book is closed. If you’re writing a fiction book and want to build characters readers actually believe

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Top Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Patriotic or Veteran-Themed Book

Top Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Patriotic or Veteran-Themed Book

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Books about military service and patriotism have the power to move people. They can stir pride, open eyes, and give voice to experiences that often go untold. But for that to happen, they need to feel honest, grounded, and deeply human. If you’re working on a patriotic or veteran-themed book, here are a few things

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How to Write and Publish a Military Memoir That Readers Will Remember

How to Write and Publish a Military Memoir That Readers Will Remember

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There’s something uniquely powerful about a military memoir. It’s a legacy, a reflection of courage, sacrifice, and often, quiet strength that deserves to be shared. But writing a book that does justice to your experience (or someone else’s) can feel overwhelming. And publishing it in a way that reaches the right readers can be a

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