September 9, 2010

8 p.m. (Eastern Time)

The best novels are made up of a series of scenes with very little narrative. Each scene is crucial and must engage the reader’s senses – plus it has to advance the story. Join Jerry B. Jenkins in his next Thick-skinned Critique Webinar as he shares how to craft scenes that will keep your readers hooked.

During this Webinar, the bestselling novelist and owner of the Christian Writers Guild will evaluate 4 scenes submitted anonymously by attendees. One could be yours! Jerry will walk you through every detail of an editor’s work in evaluating whether your scene has what it takes. While Jerry is honest and direct, the critiques are never mean. The webinar will conclude with Q&A.

To submit your scene sample for this webinar, register by calling (866) 495-5177, and then email your 2-page scene in Times New Roman, 12-point font and double spaced, to Leilani@ChristianWritersGuild.com by September 3. And even if you don’t submit a sample, you’ll learn a lot as you follow along.

September 23, 2010

8 p.m. (Eastern Time)

A freelance writer’s records can quickly become a jumble of query letters, rewrites, deadlines, payment stubs, and business receipts. But with a few simple techniques — and some easy-to-use computer helps — your writing can become a streamlined and even profitable business venture. Learn how.

Julie-Allyson Ieron is celebrating 25 years as an author, writing coach, editor, and conference speaker. Premiering this fall is: The Julie-Allyson Ieron Bible Reference Collection on WORDsearch 9.0. It features 9 of Julie’s books linked with 75 Bible reference resources. Her book, The Overwhelmed Woman’s Guide to ... Caring for Aging Parents has been a featured resource for Focus on the Family.

Visit her website at www.joymediaservices.com or her devotional blog for caregivers at: http://womencareforagingparents.blogspot.com.