[…]made the babies, changed the diapers, and lost your mind, maybe more than once. Now the world is competing for your family’s time; work, school, friends, teams, clubs, television, social media, video games, and idleness all want a piece of your time. These distractions can bring contention and anger into any family. This book contains a simple formula that you […]
[…]at her desk with an iced beverage, leaning backward in deep thought while waiting for inspiration to come. And when that inspiration comes (after taking a break to make a grilled cheese sandwich), the relaxed writer constructs a story with every ebb and flow of creative impulse or vision that she receives. I would say that I’m a hybrid writer […]
[…]as thyself” (Matthew 22:37, 39). Members and participants are expected to love and act according to this standard of Christlike regard as we create and sustain a community centered at the intersection of faith, creativity, and professional skill. LDSPMA-sponsored events provide spaces for safe and inclusive teaching and dialogues through which all participants can learn and connect in a spirit […]
[…]her homeland. A TORMENTED GUARDIAN Jared, a fearless warrior with a dark past, yearns to avenge his sister and rescue his brother from a murderous barbarian horde. But before he can do that, his Master tasks him with escorting a princess across the hostile lands of Desnia, and delivering her safely to the altar. Yet this journey will not be […]
[…]few cell phones, and no world news. To provide perspective, I mentioned that throughout history Muslims and Christians had battled each other. Then I repeated my original question. We work in the fields side by side just to survive. What is there to fight about? The Imam answered, “You don’t understand.” Then he gave me perspective. “The Christians helped us […]
[…]my book! It was exciting to see the sales numbers from the publisher and to see a “bestseller” label slapped on my book at Costco! And it was thrilling to see my name finally on the cover of a book! But when I felt the praise and the attention getting to my head, I reminded myself that the purpose of […]
[…]special place in my heart because it depicts a woman bathing a toddler, and it elicits feelings of comfort, love, and contentment. On the flip side, The Scream by Edvard Munch also reminds me of motherhood, particularly when my kids haven’t picked up their Legos, and I step on one. Find Story Ideas in Art When you ask questions […]
[…]Asking him about it and letting him talk for a moment can really break the ice and make him more comfortable. Maybe 16-year-old Janie is self-conscious about the way she looks in photos. A quick “Wow! You look beautiful!” as you’re sighting through the viewfinder and taking her photos can really bring out that real, natural smile that everyone, even […]
[…]Apache Helicopter with laser-guided smart bombs,” blurted one boy. “Nah,” said another. “Tomahawk cruise missiles launched from warships.” The boys grew animated with some coming out of their chairs in mock imitation. These sparkly-faced boys knew their weapons of mass destruction. After the teacher restored order, I suggested that neither the laser-guided missiles nor the Apache Helicopter—as powerful as they […]
[…]can help readers feel the bond between the characters and be invested in the relationship. This is true whether the relationship is improving or declining. Inter-character conflict is just as important to show as characters falling in love. Decisions can also work well as dialogue conversations. Inner monologues can get tiring to read and can drift into angst or get […]
[…]resulting in over 640,000 YouTube subscribers. In October of 2020, their first album “Picture This” debuted at #1 on the iTunes Pop Chart and #1 on multiple billboard charts. They have now released a total of six albums, all of which have debuted at the top of iTunes, Amazon, and Billboard charts worldwide. Mat and Savanna are now performing throughout […]
[…]Scholar and received a law degree from Brigham Young University. He has been an active member of his community as a part of many councils and boards. He also currently serves as a bishop at […]
[…]Awards. Fiction—Picture Book Winner: Fiction—Middle Grade/Young Adult Winner: Fiction—Historical Fiction Winner: Fiction—Sci-Fi/Fantasy Winner: Fiction—Short Form Winner: Nonfiction—Memoir Winner: Nonfiction—Gospel Topic Winner: Nonfiction—Self […]
[…]you, it seems like you will never live anywhere else again. I believe too that it can feel like this for everyone. Our Sorrow Shall Be Turned Into Joy Elder S. Mark Palmer addressed those feelings and fears for those of us mired in grief in his recent talk, “Our Sorrow Shall Be Turned Into Joy.” He centers his talk […]
[…]Don’t have a book written yet? Robin will show you how to create and use a premeditated synopsis for your future books. She’ll also give tips for executing back-cover copy that slaughters the competition of other indie authors. Bio: Robin M. King is the author of the romantic suspense novels Remembrandt, Van Gogh Gone, and Memory of Monet. She received her bachelor’s […]