Megan DiMaria
Tips for Preparing for a Writers Conference
Conference season is upon us. Are you going to a writers conference this year? Conferences can be a great boost to your writing career....
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A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
A Prisoner of Hope
Offering hope and encouragement for life, writing, and living a thoughtful life.
I post the first and third Tuesday of the month.
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Megan DiMaria
May 19, 20202 min read
Why being kind is good for you and others—especially now!
A moment please, and a word about biding your tongue and minding your manners. I think we've all lost patience with the world since...
Megan DiMaria
Sep 11, 20182 min read
How to prepare for a writers conference
Are you going to a writers conference this year? I hope so. Next week, I'm going to the ACFW conference in Nashville. Can't wait!...
Megan DiMaria
Aug 28, 20182 min read
Eight reasons why you should guard your words
Words have power. They can either wound or heal. Too often we forget about the power of words when we're deep in conversation or making...
Megan DiMaria
Feb 13, 20182 min read
Why we (should) love in spite of imperfections
Happy (early) Valentine's Day. I've been thinking about my loves (my darling family), and that made me think of our kitchen table. So...
Megan DiMaria
Nov 14, 20173 min read
Tips for having a stress-free holiday season
Welcome to the 2017 holiday season. It's the most wonderful time of the year. Right? If so, then why are so many of us stressed and...
Megan DiMaria
Aug 15, 20172 min read
The Need for Grace and Second Chances, part two
Second chances. There comes a time when we all need one. After all, who’s perfect? Lately I’ve been thinking about second chances in...
Megan DiMaria
Aug 8, 20172 min read
The Need for Grace and Second Chances, part one
Second chances. There comes a time when we all need one. After all, who’s perfect? Lately I’ve been thinking about second chances in...
Megan DiMaria
Aug 1, 20172 min read
What's the best way react when you're scrutinized and found lacking?
I once read an article about famous Hollywood types who feel compelled throw around their celebrity to get their way. "Do you know who I...
Megan DiMaria
Mar 14, 20171 min read
Are you kind to others?
Are you a door holder? Do you notice someone behind you and pause to pass off the door? I know, I know—you’re in a hurry. You’ve got...
Megan DiMaria
Jan 24, 20172 min read
Character traits in real life and books
Do you appreciate admirable character traits? Excuse me while I get a little introspective. I've been counting my blessings lately, and...
Megan DiMaria
Oct 25, 20162 min read
Why you should extend grace and a second chance
Second chances. There comes a time when we all need one. After all, who’s perfect? Lately I’ve been thinking about second chances in...
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