There is a WHO and a YOU. As you write your book, search for the perfect mix. Here are Seven Tips as  YOU work your way through This WHO/YOU mix. WHO offers YOU a direction. Think small. Think of one WHO, maybe two. Which WHO will benefit from what YOU know? It’s common for authors to […]
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Comedians joke about the stress of family togetherness at holiday time—and these jokes reflect the truth.  Many of us dread these gatherings because talking about politics and other current hot topics can ruin the holiday. Yet no matter who shows up at your table on Thanksgiving, sharing personal stories creates a bond of understanding. In
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We’ve all been there. You are about to release your book to the public, but instead of pure pleasure, you detect a familiar anxiousness—as if you’re a 3rd grader delivering a speech to squirming classmates. Writing is intensely personal. Exposing your words, thoughts, and life experiences in this in this public forum feels a little
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Who doesn’t like a good quote? Like a great slogan or tagline, the best ones are short, memorable and touch the mind and heart. Here are 20 of my favorite quotes for you to consider. In the next few weeks, I’ll be reflecting on what they mean to me and those in my circle
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In my family, when things work out in a strange and mysterious way, we say, “It’s a God Thing.†Carol doesn’t use those words, yet her reflection of a difficult year captivated our writing class. It’s an important lesson for all.  GOD PROVIDES by Carol After much prayer and discussion, in the fall of
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School’s out and teachers, students— all of us, really—are in summer mode. Time to switch gears to make the most of this precious time. Maybe you have your vacation plans already, but by doing these three things, your “dog days” of summer will be complete. Listen. When I was a millennial, I thought I was
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We can’t stop talking about the inspiring speech Oprah Winfrey delivered as she accepted the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2018 Golden Globes. Powerful. Enchanting. Engaging. That’s what many are saying. But why? Forget politics for a moment (please!) and look at the elements that bring this electrifying speech to life. Even more importantly,
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What picture do you get in your head when you hear the word VOICE? It’s a fascinating and multidimensional concept. Project Runway judges might say “I sense your voice in this collection.†This statement lets the aspiring designer know that what they just created represents their authentic aesthetic. It rings true, it’s recognizable, just like
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Dear Beauty, I dedicate this to you: Voices Voices surround you: Voices in your head The Voice of Reason That Still Small Voice. The world Shouts, Barks, Accuses. Tired of that noise? WhalenVoices brings YOU Direction. Clarity. Hope. We are a catalyst for Assurance. Poise. Power. Guiding your Voice In Writing your Story Engaging Customers
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