by Edie Melson @EdieMelson I began writing like most of you did—as a creative outlet—a way to process the world around me. I kept diaries, started stories and books, played around with articles. But all of these efforts had one thing in common. They were written out of my own…

It's here! It's finally here! We've made it to Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference weekend! While you're busy packing and trying not to be overwhelmed by your nerves or excitement, take a moment to check out the final four faculty members in our Saturday Six ~ Sixth Edition post.…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson One of the most valuable aspects of attending a writing conference is the onsite networking. Truthfully, in publishing, it is important who you know. Today, we’re going to list all the ways you’ll be able to meet new people at BRMCWC. We’re going to take it…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson So often we make things harder than they have to be. Sometimes we do it because we’re used to doing things a certain way, or because it’s the only way we know how. But things change quickly these days, and it’s always a good thing to…

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson The 2018 Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference is coming up fast. We expect this to be a banner year and know that having each of you with us will make it extra special. Today begins our weekly teaching posts with information, tips, and encouragement as…

By Edie Melson, @EdieMelson   For those who’ve known me for any length of time are aware that organization isn’t my strong suit—at least not in the conventional meaning. My desk is covered in stacks of paper and the walls of my office are papered with rainbow hued sticky notes.…