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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 21, 20241 min read
How to Get Started as a Writer
Want to be a writer? Are you thinking about it? And thinking about it? START NOW. If you don't know how to start, get a how-to book out...
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Megan DiMaria
May 7, 20242 min read
Simple Guidelines for a Peaceful Life
I saw this list and thought it would be great to expand on these six essential keys to live a peaceful, happy life: When you are alone,...
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Megan DiMaria
Apr 16, 20242 min read
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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Megan DiMaria
Apr 2, 20243 min read
Famous Authors’ Advice for Writing
I love to search the internet for advice from those who have been successful in their writing career. Today I'm happy to share some...
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Megan DiMaria
Mar 26, 20242 min read
Snow on Tulips and Challenges You Face
Take heart, sometimes challenges can be a good thing. I've been delighted to see my tulips pushing through winter's barrier. I noticed...
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Megan DiMaria
Mar 19, 20243 min read
Are Writer Critique Groups Worth Your Time? Tips and Guidelines
Participating in a critique group can be one of the best things you can do to help move forward in your writing skills. A crit group will...
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Megan DiMaria
Mar 12, 20242 min read
Trust Your Journey
If you ever need encouragement to keep moving forward on your journey, this is the place to visit. Whatever your goal is, if you believe...
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Megan DiMaria
Mar 5, 20241 min read
Ups and Downs
The good news: I haven't cut my bangs. The bad news: I'm still recovering from my accident, and time has gotten away from me. In other...
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Megan DiMaria
Feb 27, 20243 min read
Opportunity Alert: Genesis Contest for unpublished Christian fiction writers.
Contests are a wonderful way to get feedback on your work. Authors, do you write Christian fiction and have a completed manuscript? If...
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Megan DiMaria
Feb 20, 20242 min read
Unlocking Resilience: Navigating Through Adversity with Key Strategies
I have yet to seize any day that's passed in 2024, but I've come to realize that surviving the day is as important as seizing the day. At...
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Megan DiMaria
Feb 13, 20243 min read
This Valentine's Day write a memorable love letter
Valentine's Day is tomorrow, and you still have time to compose a love letter for your special someone. As a word person, I think putting...
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Megan DiMaria
Feb 6, 20242 min read
Opportunity Alert: Contest for Clean or Inspirational Fiction
You know I love to encourage other writers, so I'm happy to pass along another great opportunity for those seeking publication. Winged...
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Megan DiMaria
Jan 30, 20246 min read
Tips for Cultivating a Happy Marriage
What were you doing 45 years ago? I was starting the rest of my life. At the time, I thought I was all grown up. But looking back, I was...
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Megan DiMaria
Jan 9, 20241 min read
I'm in recovery mode.
Hopefully, I'll be back to normal soon. I've sustained (and survived) a bad burn.
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Megan DiMaria
Jan 2, 20243 min read
Looking Forward (Despite Difficulties): Nine Tips to Ace 2024
Happy New Year! I'm delighted to leave 2023 behind. It was filled with unexpected challenges, but with the grace of God, I got through....
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Megan DiMaria
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Taking an after-Christmas break
I enjoyed a delightful Christmas with loved ones. I'm giving myself a few days to re-enter regular life. See you next week!
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Megan DiMaria
Dec 19, 20232 min read
Divine Humanity—A beautiful Christmas thought to ponder!
At this special time of year, I wish you a thrill of joy. . . Decades ago, my parents passed on their nativity set to me. In the box with...
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Megan DiMaria
Dec 12, 20233 min read
One choice can change EVERYTHING!
Forty-five years ago this week I made a choice that changed everything for me—I became a Christ-follower. By that, I mean I gave my heart...
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Megan DiMaria
Dec 5, 20232 min read
Ten Truths for Heavy Hearts This Holiday Season
The air has chilled, leaves have fallen, and Thanksgiving has passed. There will be a blur of days until Christmas and then it's New...
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Megan DiMaria
Nov 28, 20232 min read
A simple plan to prepare your heart for Christmas
The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor and imperfect, and who look...
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