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What did you think of this episode?Writing conflict into stories is essential for producing a successful book. Stay tuned. Today's guest will provide tips for creating effective conflicts for your characters.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this fourth episode of the Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you'll learn how to write effective conflict.My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, the Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol Award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.DiAnn explains the following tips to improve the effectiveness of conflict when you write fiction. These tips also help with writing nonfiction.What creates more conflict?Incorrect understanding of what is going on.The character doesn't have all the information.The character is being lied to or deceived.The character isn't sure he/she is making the right decision.For your copy of Diann's Characterization Sketch, email Diann@DiAnnMills.comSavvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part OneSavvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part TwoSavvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part ThreeLearn more about Diann Mills below. - diannmills.com - facebook.com/diannmills - x.com/diannmills - diannmills.com/articles - bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills - instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?During this third episode of the Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you'll learn How to Work Smart in Your Writing Career.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in.My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.Here are today's 11 Ways to Work Smart in Your Writing Career You also get a bonus download - 11 More Ways to Work Smart in Your Writing Career LinksYou can find out more about … in our show notes as well.- diannmills.com- facebook.com/diannmills- x.com/diannmills- diannmills.com/articles- bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills- instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?As a Christian writer, strong listening skills can enhance readers' enjoyment. Stay tuned. Today's guest will share three ways to boost your writing-related listening skills.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this part two episode of Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you'll learn How Listening Makes Us Better Writers.My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.Three ways to increase your writerly listening skills:1. Listen with your whole body and mind. Shut out the rest of the world and concentrate on the audible voice.2. Listen with empathy. Put yourself in the speaker's shoes. What differences will this audible contribution make in your writing?3. Listen with purpose. A writer aims to put themselves aside and write as the character.Download DiAnn's How Listening Makes Us Better Writers PDFYou can find out more about DiAnn Mills in our show notes. - diannmills.com - facebook.com/diannmills - x.com/diannmills - diannmills.com/articles - bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills - instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What a fun adventure this episode was! We had the pleasure of interviewing the talented author, DiAnn Mills about her latest book, Lethal Standoff. We delve into topics like writing, research, and her passion for understanding characters through hands-on experiences. Come join us!

Justice can be elusive. Family secrets can be deadly. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in a volatile criminal case filled with unanswered questions. And Carrington Reed is running short on time to piece together clues that will solve the puzzle. Hostage negotiator Carrington Reed is called to the scene when reports come in that fifteen hostages are being held by the Kendrix brothers in an abandoned house in south Texas. When she arrives on site, Carrington quickly learns that the brothers are armed and refuse to release their victims, a group of undocumented immigrants, until the local police identify their father's murderer. Working closely with Levi Ehrlich, a handsome investigative reporter who has covered some of Carrington's negotiations in the past, she finds herself being undeniably drawn to him. Carrington digs deeper into the death of the Kendrixes' father and begins to notice that some details surrounding his death aren't adding up. As Carrington investigates the brothers' claims and tries to piece together their motive for taking innocent people captive, it soon becomes clear that they are trying to hide something and that revenge for their father's death may not be what they're really bargaining for after all. To protect the hostages and ensure the brothers don't carry out the rest of their sinister plot, Carrington must get to the bottom of one family's secret and the truth they're trying so hard to hide before time runs out.   Join me as I chat with DiAnn Mills about her newest release! Listen in at 646-668-8485. Subscribe and follow us on our YT channel @pjcmedia. Or, click on the link here: http://tobtr.com/12368295.

Buckle up your seatbelts (and maybe grab a 3-point harness, too), because we're about to go on a wild ride with DiAnn Mills as we talk about her upcoming release, Lethal Standoff. Listen in to learn how we came up with a book idea while chatting! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.  I've always enjoyed DiAnn Mills' books, but boy, recently, they feel like they've kicked up an extra notch. Learn about her research, personal lessons she learned, and a nod to where things could go next.   Lethal Standoff by DiAnn Mills  Justice can be elusive. Family secrets can be deadly. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in a volatile criminal case filled with unanswered questions. And Carrington Reed is running short on time to piece together clues that will solve the puzzle. Hostage negotiator Carrington Reed is called to the scene when reports come in that fifteen hostages are being held by the Kendrix brothers in an abandoned house in south Texas. When she arrives on site, Carrington quickly learns that the brothers are armed and refuse to release their victims, a group of undocumented immigrants, until the local police identify their father's murderer. Working closely with Levi Ehrlich, a handsome investigative reporter who has covered some of Carrington's negotiations in the past, she finds herself being undeniably drawn to him. Carrington digs deeper into the death of the Kendrixes' father and begins to notice that some details surrounding his death aren't adding up. As Carrington investigates the brothers' claims and tries to piece together their motive for taking innocent people captive, it soon becomes clear that they are trying to hide something and that revenge for their father's death may not be what they're really bargaining for after all. To protect the hostages and ensure the brothers don't carry out the rest of their sinister plot, Carrington must get to the bottom of one family's secret and the truth they're trying so hard to hide before time runs out. Award winning author DiAnn Mills delivers pulse-pounding romantic suspense about secrets, betrayal, and finding a path to forgiveness. Learn more about DiAnn on her WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple  Castbox  Google Play Libsyn  RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Send us a Text Message.Author DiAnn Mills the importance of fleshed out characters, character flaws, and creating a compelling narrative journey that leaves the audience feeling optimistic.▬Visit DiAnn's website:https://diannmills.com/Check out her books:https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JP4L9GFollow DiAnn on her socials:https://www.facebook.com/diannmills/https://www.instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/https://x.com/diannmills

What did you think of this episode?As a fiction writer, is your story setting all it needs to be to hold your reader's attention? DiAnn Mills offers tips on developing story settings.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this part one episode of Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you'll learn about Developing Your Story Setting.My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country. Developing Your Story Setting·      What is the story setting, and why the story setting is important?·      What does the story setting add to the plot?·      How does a writer choose a story setting? DiAnn's new book, Lethal Standoff, a Romantic Suspense, with Tyndale Publishing, will be released on September 3, 2024. Listener giveaway- Developing Your Story's Setting download Find out more about DiAnn here: - diannmills.com - facebook.com/diannmills - x.com/diannmills - diannmills.com/articles - bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills - instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Audible announces a new royalty model for indie authors publishing direct to their platform while signaling they aren't quite ready to roll it out for ACX account holders. Alessandra Torre is selling a part of her company Authors AI, but is it truly worth $8 million dollars? And, ProWritingAid unveiled their new branding with a statement by the CEO and founder of the company. All that and more in the self-publishing news this week! Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - https://TheSelfPublishingHub.com  Join Channel Memberships - https://DaleLinks.com/Memberships  Join Me on Discord - https://DaleLinks.com/Discord Check out my main YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DaleLRoberts  Sources: Book Award Pro - https://DaleLinks.com/BookAwardPro (affiliate link) A new chapter for ProWritingAid - https://prowritingaid.com/new-chapter?afid=6615 ProWritingAid - https://DaleLinks.com/ProWritingAid (affiliate link) Kindlepreneur - https://kindlepreneur.com/ Self-Publishing for New Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/NewAuthors  Dibbly Create - https://DaleLinks.com/DibblyCreate (affiliate link) Authors A.I. - https://authors.ai/  GET A PIECE OF AUTHORS A.I. (Start Engine) - https://www.startengine.com/offering/authorsai  Audible's New Royalty Model: More Opportunities for Authors and Publishers - https://www.audible.com/about/newsroom/audibles-new-royalty-model-more-opportunities-for-authors-and-publishers Streetlib - https://streetlib.com  Win $250 in Reedsy's weekly short story competition - https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/contests/ Kindle Storyteller Award - https://www.amazon.co.uk/b?ie=UTF8&node=12061299031  Authors Guild Launchpad: Platform Building for Self-Publishing Authors - https://authorsguild.org/event/ag-launchpad-platform-building-for-self-publishing-authors/ Authors Guild Launchpad: Marketing and Promoting Self-Published Books - https://authorsguild.org/event/ag-launchpad-marketing-and-promoting-self-published-books/ Dibbly presents Time Traveler's Guide: Crafting Captivating Historical Fiction Epics - https://omniform1.com/forms/v1/landingPage/5b8fd6e4597ed708a4080856/6699402ed7d48ea3b4e80740 Children's Book Mastery Summit - https://childrensbookmastery.com/childrens-book-mastery-online-summit-2024-registration How to Attract Book Clubs to You and Your Book with DiAnn Mills - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-Csqz4iH9AbR1I4RLyut-h4Du7qsJVw#/registration  Credit:  The Alliance of Independent Authors - https://DaleLinks.com/ALLi (affiliate link)  The Hot Sheet - https://hotsheetpub.com  Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding! - Dale L. Roberts

In today's episode, you'll learn how to plan your writing to meet your deadlines.In this encore episode, bestselling author DiAnn Mill's 12-Step Writing System will help you to master and meet your writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join Linda Goldfarb in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life.DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists and won two Christy Awards, the Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country.LinksConnect with DiAnn Mills Taking the Dead Out of Deadlines PDFGhost Reader text to Voice App DiAnn uses with her Macbook ProVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Bing-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

DiAnn Mills- bestselling author - our guest at Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast. DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She weaves memorable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels with threads of romance. DiAnn believes every breath of life is someone's story, so why not capture those moments and create a thrilling adventure? Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, an active member of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers, Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Mystery Writers of America, the Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild, and International Thriller Writers. DiAnn continues her passion of helping other writers be successful. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She's an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Goodreads, BookBub, YouTube, LinkedIn or her website: diannmills.com We love to hear your comments, questions or what you have learned from this podcast. We are here to encourage, motivate and help you. -- Subscribe for free to Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan Podcast on: Edifi: https://edifi.app/podcasts/courageous-leadership-with-virginia-prodan-26927/ Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kHPeoAgbkAHCg2C6RApEZ - to hear encouraging & inspiring messages‬. ----- Order your autographed copy(s) of #SavingMyAssassin by Virginia Prodan- directly here: https://virginiaprodanbooks.com/product/book/ ------ Invite Virginia Prodan to speak at your events -: https://virginiaprodanbooks.com/invite-virginia/ ----- Donate to Virginia Prodan Ministries - here: https://www.virginiaprodan.com/donate/ Subscribe to our Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/VirginiaProd    We suggest you watch also our Youtube video - we prepared for you - to be encouraged even more : Know Yourself to conquer the world: https://youtu.be/IPSRIhzNks8?si=-wRivzX_DsacSVUu We love to hear from you; your comments, or questions. Please share what you have learned from this YouTube videos and any of our podcasts.

How do you handle hard times? Bestselling romantic suspense author DiAnn Mills says she likes to be challenged as an author. But while writing her latest novel, DiAnn was also challenged personally by a tragedy that is woven throughout the storyline of Facing the Enemy. In this podcast, DiAnn is transparent about how the Lord helped her grow through the experience of grief, sacrifice, unconditional love and determination after the loss of her adopted son. These same themes emerge in her novel about an FBI agent who is filled with guilt over the death of her brother, knowing she was the intended target. For DiAnn, Facing the Enemy is a healing book, but it's also a hopeful one. To purchase a copy of DiAnn's book, Facing the Enemy, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store mtl.christianbook.com by clicking ⁠here⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠, Spotify or Google so you don't miss an episode!

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. DiAnn believes every breath of life is someone's story, so why not capture those moments and create a thrilling adventure? Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. You can download a list of her published titles by clicking here. DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, a former director of Blue Ridge Christian Writers, and a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. She shares her passion for helping other writers be successful by teaching writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She's an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at diannmills.com. Make sure to connect with DiAnn on Instagram @diannmillsauthor You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website www.drkatherinehayes.com

If Jesus read your work, would He see Himself? DiAnn Mills and Linda Goldfarb help us discover how our writing reflects our faith.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I'm your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn if your writing habits reflect your faith.Linda's industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards, the Inspirational Readers' Choice, Golden Scroll, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks and teaches writing all over the country.LINKSDiAnn MillsFive Tips to Ensure Our Writing Habits Reflect Our Faith PDF Facebook: facebook.com/diannmills Twitter: twitter.com/diannmillsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannmills/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/diannmillsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/diannmills/Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/81639.DiAnn_MillsBlog: diannmills.com/articlesBookBub:  bookbub.com/authors/diann-millsEnjoy our content? Support this podcast.Visit Your Best Writing Life website and Your Best Writing Life Podcast.Join fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing Life.Visit the website of our host, Linda GoldfarbAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published, award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, and board-certified Christian life coach. Linda and her hubby, Sam, experience a new adventure every day with four adult children and many grandchildren. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends and traveling the countryside with Sam. Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbSponsored by Access More!

It is my absolute delight to introduce you to my writing friend DiAnn Mills. I met DiAnn at my very first ACFW in 2005 when I attended one of the workshops on plotting and brainstorming. I have loved her and her books ever since. In this episode, we talk about her upcoming book Facing the Enemy, and how it's a healing book for her because it touches on a tragic experience in her life. More than that, it's an example of her suspense with romance which is set in her hometown of Houston. That launched us into a conversation about how she loves to use setting to create havoc for her main characters and she gives some great examples. She also gives her top 4 writing tips for readers. You'll have to watch to catch them in detail: but they are that you need to read, write, learn, and pray every day. ⁠ Connect with DiAnn Mills Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | Pinterest | Instagram Want to watch this interview? You can see this episode as well as multiple others on YouTube! Enjoy! For more episodes, and to learn more about the authors I interview, visit https://caraputman.com/podcast If you enjoyed this conversation, I would be thrilled if you left a rating and review on your favorite podcast app! Get the free novella, Dying for Love, when you sign up for my newsletter!

 Is your book receiving the attention it needs in Book Clubs? Want to know how your book can be the subject of book club conversation? Linda Goldfarb discusses author strategies to market books to book clubs with best-selling author DiAnn Mills.  DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they've won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers' Choice, Golden Scroll, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks and teaches writing all over the country.Today's content:Where do we begin?Tips on how to offer your book to their group.Strategies to engage the readers.Blog and newsletter post ideas.LINKSDiAnn MillsEmail DiAnnDiAnn Mills BooksTips to Attract Book Clubs and Keep Them Coming Back for More PDFDiAnn Mills Book Club infoWord Search PuzzlesCross Word Puzzles If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbSponsored by Access More!

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. DiAnn believes every breath of life is someone's story, so why not capture those moments and create a thrilling adventure? Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, a former director of Blue Ridge Christian Writers, and a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers. She shares her passion for helping other writers be successful by teaching writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She's an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at: diannmills.com Connect with her on Instagram: @diannmillsauthor You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website www.drkatherinehayes.com

In today's episode, you'll learn how to plan your writing in order to meet your writing deadlines. In this encore episode, bestselling author DiAnn Mill's 12-Step Writing System will help you to master and meet your writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join Linda Goldfarb in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life.DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards, the Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn is the co-director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Chrisitan Writers Conference and speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country.LinksConnect with DiAnn Mills Taking the Dead Out of Deadlines PDFGhost Reader text to Voice App DiAnn uses with her Macbook ProIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastVisit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. Life is a new adventure every day with four adult children and 15 grandbabies. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Get ready to dive into the world of category romance with us! In this episode we talk about an early Diann Mills book and get into all the nitty gritty details of categories. You are going to love this one!

Our courage to embrace God-led risk tends to decrease when we focus on ourselves or our present circumstances. Our courage grows, however, when we focus on Christ and our next step of obedience. In this two-part episode, Jennifer first speaks with prolific suspense writer DiAnn Mills about a time when her husband lost his job then. In the second half of this episode, Jennifer and her husband Stephen discuss a time when the outcome of his obedience did not turn out as they'd hoped, but why, some seventeen years later, they'd now say everything turned out better than they could've imagined. Find DiAnn Mills at:https://diannmills.com/https://www.facebook.com/diannmillshttps://www.instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/Find Jennifer Slatteryat:http://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083247680572https://www.instagram.com/Find Wholly Loved Ministries at:WhollyLoved.comJoin the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/442736966614671Join the Private Wholly Loved Community Group (also on Facebook):https://www.facebook.com/groups/443325386241769Questions:1. What resonated with you most in today's episode?2. When has God used a challenging time to initiate something new or launch a dream?3. Why is it so important, when embracing God-led risks, to remain connected with people who support us?4. Why is it important to guard our influences and to be selective regarding who we allow to speak into our lives?5. Look back over some of your most challenging seasons. What was your perspective of the situation when you were in the middle of it?6. Has your perspective of that situation changed? If so, how?7. In what ways has God used a difficult time to transform or heal you?8. In what ways has He used a challenging time to transform or heal a relationship?

Reduce passive voice to make your writing better. Linda Goldfarb and Multi-award-winning author DiAnn Mills give the top ten tips to eliminate passive voice. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they've won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers' Choice and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today.During this encore episode, you learn:What is an active voiceWhat is a passive voice How to remedy the use of passive voiceWhen is passive voice okay to use?How to avoid to-be verbsOnline tools you can use for editing and determining passive voice.and so much more.LINKSDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramWord frequency counter linkTips to Eliminate the Passive Voice PDF DownloadConsult with Grammarly or ProWriting Aid to help determine active and passive voice If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Join us while we learn from one of today's, most provocative romance suspense writers! This is incredibly informative and transparent chat will shed incredible light on the world of a writer and their journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/katherine-hutchinson-hayes/support

Eliminating passive voice makes your writing better. Multi-award-winning author, DiAnn Mills gives the top ten tips to eliminate passive voice.  DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they've won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today. LINKSDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramWord frequency counter linkTips to Eliminate the Passive Voice PDF DownloadConsult with Grammarly or ProWriting Aid to help determine active and passive voice September Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDF DownloadVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

EPISODE 265I Bestselling author https://diannmills.com/ (DiAnn Mills) returns to share with us tips from her new book, https://amzn.to/3zZjQRM (Exploring the Art of Character). DiAnn believes a good bestselling book must have characters that we want to follow and learn more about. She gives us lots of ideas on how to dig deeper during the interview, and there are exercises at the end of each chapter in the book. DiAnn even offers listeners a copy of her own character sheet! You can learn more about DiAnn and her books at her website, https://diannmills.com/ (https://diannmills.com/). https://amzn.to/3liffUy (Exploring the Art of Character), her brand new romantic suspense novel, https://amzn.to/3nkn2E9 (Trace of Doubt), and all of her other books are available wherever books are sold.

Are you writing a time-slip novel? How do you keep the chronological events in the correct order? Award-winning author, Diann Mills shares ten tips to make your fiction flow.DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they've won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today. Welcome DiAnnWhat are the pitfalls of a time slip?DiAnn shares four, story structures to consider for your fiction writing. How to keep your action flowing forward.Why it's important to avoid backstory.Online tools to keep track of time.LINKSDiAnn Mills websiteEmail DiAnn for her Chronological Template Spreadsheet DiAnn's Tipsheet to Keep Your Novel Chronologically Correct DiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramWorld Clock Scrivener SoftwarePrint a Calendar at Home August Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDF DownloadVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Advice and wisdom to be a successful writer, you don't want to miss this episode. DiAnn Mills shares twenty-plus years of writing wisdom with our host, Linda Goldfarb. Whether you are aspiring to be an author or a bestseller who wants to know, "What next?'" DiAnn answers questions to keep you moving forward without falling into the potholes of pride and what-ifs.What she would do differently. What she will never change. Pitfalls that await new and aspiring writers. Long-term goals for advanced writers. Encouragement with practical application every writer can benefit from.DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today. Welcome, DiAnn Mills.LINKSBooks by DiAnn MillsAirborne by DiAnn MillsDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramThe Value of Writer Energy PDF DownloadDownload the April Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Fiction writing tips: How do characters handle betrayal? Every character must stay true to their personality, find out how with DiAnn Mills.Linda Goldfarb welcomes, DiAnn Mills – co-director of the BRMCWC as our guest today. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today. Welcome DiAnn1. How is betrayal used in character and plot?2. How can we reveal betrayal in the story?3. How does a character process betrayal? LinksBooks by DiAnn MillsAirborne by DiAnn MillsDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramAdvanced Characterization Sketch PDFDownload the March Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on Facebook Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft, I’m so glad you’re listening in today, we’re sharing tips and strategies for fiction writing – The Lies Our Characters BelieveMy industry expert is DiAnn Mills DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed to have her with us today. Welcome, DiAnn!Concerning The Lies, Our Characters Believe…1. How does a character give in to believing a lie?2. How do we show where a lie originates?3. How do our writers show growth and change – or not – in a character resulting from a lie?LinksBooks by DiAnn MillsDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramAdvanced Characterization Sketch PDFDownload the February Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page for the live, Your Best Writing Life after-show party, every Tuesday at 12-noon ET.Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb

The author on how she wrote a thriller that struck so close to reality, why her fiction is a ministry, and why she has a heart for the people of Sudan. The post Christian Romance Book Club #05 – DiAnn Mills appeared first on Family Fiction.

Do writing deadlines scare you? Bestselling author, DiAnn Mills has a proven 12 Step System to master writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join me in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life.DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn is the co-director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Chrisitan Writers Conference and speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. LinksConnect with DiAnn Mills Taking the Dead Out of Deadlines PDFGhost Reader text to Voice App DiAnn uses with her Macbook ProNovember Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers downloadJoin fellow writers on our FaceBook page for the live, Your Best Writing Life after-show party, every Tuesday at 12-noon ET.

Award-winning authors and co-directors of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer's Conference, DiAnn Mills and Edie Melson kick off our full-length debut episode to share writing tips about the craft and about the soul care of the writer. You'll also hear our vision for writers, from beginners to bestsellers. And a surprise reveal of upcoming guestsCLICK to download your, September Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers seasonal PDFBlue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer's Conference

Some novelists see themselves as character-first writers. Others start with the plot. Which is better? Does it depend on the genre? Could you be making a mistake that is crippling your writing? Our guest today will help us answer these questions and more. She is a bestselling author who has won two Christy Awards and […] The post Character vs. Plot With DiAnn Mills appeared first on Christian Publishing Show.

EPISODE 197I Today’s guest is the lovely (https://amzn.to/2zEP9Y0) . The story of that novel coming out now is one of several great ones DiAnn tells during the interview. She starts with the story of how her husband challenged her to stop saying she was going to write a book some day and just do it. She quit her job, studied the how-to books and the bestsellers, and wrote her first book – which was sold and published the next year! So begins how one author started with the end in mind, the idea that this would be her business, and worked to make the dream a reality. The story of how (https://amzn.to/2zEP9Y0) came to be is equally enthralling! The exact sort of people DiAnn needed to talk to in order to research the book kept coming out of the woodwork, giving her heaps of information of the exact kind she needed. Not only that, but at the time the book was ready to be released – something similar was happening around the world! In a scary time, this is a book that can give closure, justice, and hope to readers. DiAnn explains how to seek out the information you need from all kinds of organizations from the FBI to the CDC to the Texas Marshals. She encourages writers to pick up the phone and go right to the source to get the best information. Yes, it can be nerve-wracking to make a cold call, but think about how this is going to make your book so much better. You never know what great relationships will grow from it. In fact, DiAnn encourages listeners to write her and ask her questions. You can find all of her social media links on her https://diannmills.com/ (https://diannmills.com/)

Best-Selling Christian Fiction author DiAnn Mills shares wisdom for Christian writers facing spiritual warfare and offers practical ways to be equipped. The post DiAnn Mills: Christian Authors and Spiritual Warfare appeared first on By His Grace.

Being a writer can be an amazing adventure if you go into it with the right heart and mindset. Best-selling, award-winning author and conference co-director DiAnn Mills shares about her amazing adventures—including encountering crocodiles, and no, that’s not a metaphor!—on her writing journey. And she reminds us our Guide is faithful and true, no matter … The post 089 – Share the Writing Adventure with Guest DiAnn Mills appeared first on Write from the Deep.

Diann helps authors go social, while April is pulled into a complicated situation.

Diann helps authors go social, while April is pulled into a complicated situation.

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. Firewall, the first book in her Houston: FBI series, was listed by Library Journal as one of the best Christian Fiction books of 2014. DiAnn  is co-director of The Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers Conference and The Mountainside Marketing Conference with social media specialist Edie Melson where she continues her passion of helping other writers be successful. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She's an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on: Facebook, Twitter, or any of the social media platforms listed at diannmills.com Grace Egert is an elementary school student in Friendswood, Texas. She loves to write short stories for her family and friends. Grace's hobbies are basketball, gymnastics, reading, making videos, and hanging out with her friends. Want to take her out to eat? Her fav food is Chinese, and she loves root beer. Grace is active in her church. She enjoys short-termed mission trips.

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. Firewall, the first book in her Houston: FBI series, was listed by Library Journal as one of the best Christian Fiction books of 2014. DiAnn  is co-director of The Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers Conference and The Mountainside Marketing Conference with social media specialist Edie Melson where she continues her passion of helping other writers be successful. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She’s an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on: Facebook, Twitter, or any of the social media platforms listed at diannmills.com Grace Egert is an elementary school student in Friendswood, Texas. She loves to write short stories for her family and friends. Grace's hobbies are basketball, gymnastics, reading, making videos, and hanging out with her friends. Want to take her out to eat? Her fav food is Chinese, and she loves root beer. Grace is active in her church. She enjoys short-termed mission trips.

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers' Choice, and Carol award contests. Library Journal presented her with a Best Books 2014: Genre Fiction award in the Christian Fiction category for Firewall. DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers; a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association; International Thriller Writers, and the Faith, Hope, and Love chapter of Romance Writers of America. She is co-director of The Author Roadmap with social media specialist Edie Melson where she continues her passion of helping other writers be successful. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She's an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at www.diannmills.com.  

DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action-packed, suspense-filled novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. Library Journal presented her with a Best Books 2014: Genre Fiction award in the Christian Fiction category for Firewall. DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers; a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association; International Thriller Writers, and the Faith, Hope, and Love chapter of Romance Writers of America. She is co-director of The Author Roadmap with social media specialist Edie Melson where she continues her passion of helping other writers be successful. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans. She’s an avid reader, loves to cook, and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at www.diannmills.com.