Megan DiMaria

I recently read a story that left me wholly unsatisfied. The author skimped on writing in the sensory details. I felt disoriented while...

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...

Consider yourself the luckiest writer in the universe if you’ve never experienced a moment of writer’s block. Consider yourself fortunate...

When faced with a challenge, do you give up or persist? See that photo? It's of a hiking trial in Maroon Bells outside of Aspen,...

Happy is the person who dreams dreams and is willing to take the steps to make them come true. Don't be afraid to start climbing, and...

If you're a writer, do you spend time reading tips from pros and other writers in the trenches? You should. I have a few favorite writing...

Do you appreciate admirable character traits? Excuse me while I get a little introspective. I've been counting my blessings lately, and...

I have good news and bad news for you today. The good news is that no one, no other writer, speaker, or thinker can steal your voice. And...

Want to make your writing more irresistible? Then learn what the weasel words are, and avoid them. Weasel words are words that somehow...

In the grand scheme of life, what truly matters? I used to have a friend who seemingly was a very caring woman. She'd offer to extend...

At this beautiful time of year, I wish you a thrill of joy. . . For as long as I can remember, my mother put this reproduction antique...

Thirty-eight years ago this week I made a simple decision that changed everything for me -- I became a Christ follower. I was raised in a...

Isn't this great news? Reading is GOOD for you! I've always LOVED to read, and now there's scientific proof that lifelong reading may...

Do you know why you should do the right thing? Well, here's a little inspiration and encouragement for you today, friends. My...

(In honor of Veterans Day, this week.) My father was the kindest, most gentle man I've ever known. He was also the bravest—but I didn't...

Do you feel joy when you get lost in beautiful prose? I saw an article about a summer reading list that brought back warm and wonderful...

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...

As a writer, do you feel a responsibility to respect your reader? How do you do that? An Associate Press news article caught my eye, and...

It costs nothing to show someone else a kindness. We all know the world is harsh, be kind! We never know what other people are dealing...