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You are here: Home / Archives for secrets from the writer's chair

secrets from the writer's chair

May 15, 2020 by Tricia Goyer Leave a Comment

The Sister Circle Online Event – Join Us!

The Sister Circle Online Event

Are you free Friday, May 22? I have some really exciting news. Join me for the Sister Circle Online Event! My friend Chrystal Evans Hurst is getting her sister circle together to help you take time to nourish your soul, challenge your mind, and choose to live. And… I’m joining her!     There are… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: have you seen this?, my writing desk, secrets from the writer's chair, Writer's Desk, writing


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July 31, 2019 by Tricia Goyer 4 Comments

Writer Wednesday with Jen Babakhan

Today on Writer Wednesday Jen Babakhan, author Detoured, shares what a typical day in her life looks like.

Today on Writer Wednesday we welcome Jen Babakhan, author of Detoured. Enter below for a chance to win a copy of Detoured! Winner will be e-mailed. Note: This post contains affiliate links. Writer Wednesday with Jen Babakhan: A Day in the Life 7am-9am: Most days I wake up about an hour before my boys (ages… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: being an author, books, Community, connect, dreams, friends, giveaway, guest post, it's real life, Living Inspired, secrets from the writer's chair, Uncategorized, Words, Writer Wednesday Tagged With: Author, Books, giveaway, guest post, tips, writer wednesday, Writing


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Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Read full privacy policy here.

July 13, 2019 by Tricia Goyer 1 Comment

Get My WWII Liberators Series for a Song

get my wwii liberators series

I get asked all the time which one of the books I’ve written is my favorite. Picking a favorite one of my books would be like trying to pick a favorite one of my children, but I narrowed it down and chose this series because of the men who made it possible to write. About… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: #WalkItOut, About Me, being an author, books, Community, connect, faith, God, prayer, secrets from the writer's chair, The Liberator Series, travel and speaking, tricia goyer, Walk It Out, WWII Tagged With: #walkitout, Author, Books, faith, giveaway, God, prayer, Reading, walk it out stories, Writing, WWII


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November 29, 2017 by Tricia Goyer Leave a Comment

Writer Wednesday: Amy Clipston

Congratulations to the following winners:  Jackie Smith for winning a copy of Perennials! Michelle Cefalu for winning a copy of Talking to Jesus! Stephanie Halcomb for winning a copy of Give Your Kids a Break! Winners, please e-mail your mailing address to my assistant Christen (amy@triciagoyer.com). Enter below for a chance to win a copy… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: being an author, my writing desk, secrets from the writer's chair Tagged With: a place at our table, amy clipston, giveaway, writer wednesday


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Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Read full privacy policy here.

November 15, 2017 by Tricia Goyer 3 Comments

Writer Wednesday: Julie Cantrell

Congratulations to Laura Hix for winning a copy of The Austen Escape! Please e-mail your mailing address to my assistant Christen (amy@triciagoyer.com). Enter below for a chance to win a copy of Julie Cantrell’s Perennials! What was your favorite book as a child? My mother gave me such a gift by teaching me to value books. She… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: my writing desk, secrets from the writer's chair Tagged With: giveaway, julie cantrell, perennials, writer wednesday


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September 30, 2015 by Tricia Goyer 8 Comments

Periscope How-To for Authors

What is Periscope and how do I use it? Tricia Goyer shares a how-to tutorial for authors on her blog!

Periscope is one of the best things happening on social media right now. I’m just getting started, but I’ve looking forward to the possibilities! Pericope helps authors send their message into the world in a personal way. Who better to tell your story than you can? Who better to share your content or your passion?… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: being an author, secrets from the writer's chair, social media, Video, Words Tagged With: how to use periscope, periscope, periscope for authors, Social Media, social media for authors


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September 24, 2015 by Tricia Goyer 12 Comments

Writers, Do Not Give Up On The Book Of Your Heart

Writers, do not give up on the book on your heart! Are you ready to finish the book of your dreams? Tricia Goyer shares advice on her blog.

  Do you have a book that you’ve been wanting to write? Do you think it’s a great idea, but it’s hard convincing a publisher the same? Do you feel discouraged and want to quit?  Today I want to talk to writers to encourage you, writers do not give up on the book of your… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: being an author, secrets from the writer's chair, Words Tagged With: being a writer, getting published, how to be a writer, how to get published, self-publishing


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Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Read full privacy policy here.

June 16, 2015 by Tricia Goyer 2 Comments

Advice to My Younger {Writer} Self

I’m sure all my fiction writer friends agree that one of the questions we get asked the most is, “How do you write a novel?” First, because readers are curious as to how a story that is fresh and exciting and filled with true-to-life characters comes out of an author’s mind. Second, because they have… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: secrets from the writer's chair Tagged With: advice from writers, how to be a writer, writing advice, writing tips


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Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Read full privacy policy here.

April 7, 2015 by Tricia Goyer 2 Comments

The Spiritual Life of a Reader

I remember the first Christian novel I ever read. It was Love Comes Softly by Jeanette Oke. I was in high school, and my spiritual life was a mess. Around this time I was also reading things like The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough and Pet Cemetery by Steven King—books that truly vexed my soul. Reading… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: being an author, secrets from the writer's chair Tagged With: being a reader, Christian Fiction, impact of fiction, importance of reading christian fiction, power of stories


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March 27, 2015 by Tricia Goyer 2 Comments

Interviewing Tips for Nonfiction {Plus FREE Printable!}

I’ve been honored over the years to interview hundreds of people for articles, blogs, and books! A few of my non-fiction projects are Teen Mom, You’re Stronger Than You Think, Life, In Spite of Me and Plain Faith. Throughout the years I’ve learned how to create a better interview—one that will make the subject comfortable and… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: articles and blogs, being an author, my writing desk, secrets from the writer's chair, Words Tagged With: how to interview others, how to write nonfiction, interviewing tips, nonfiction, writing nonfiction


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March 24, 2015 by Tricia Goyer Leave a Comment

Books: Snapshots of Our Lives

John and I are in the process of adopting four girls, ages 14, 12, 12, and 10, from the foster care system. They are beautiful, smart, and funny. We’ve had two day visits and one weekend visit with them, and John and I are just scratching the surface at discovering who these amazing young women… [Continue Reading]

Filed Under: adoption, books, family, parenting, secrets from the writer's chair Tagged With: Adoption, Books, Foster Care, how authors get ideas, impact of books


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