by Alycia W. Morales @AlyciaMorales This week I have found it difficult to shut off all of the voices on social media and in the news. I’ve seriously considered taking a break from social media until all of the chaos settles, because my spirit is so unsettled. The controversy is overwhelming.…

by Deena Adams @Deenamadams If you’re breathing, you’ve been criticized at some point in your life. Aristotle said, “There is only one way to avoid criticism: Do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” I believe that’s true. We all have varied opinions on a multitude of subjects, especially politics and…

By Larry Leech @LarryJLeechII Sun. Sand. If not sand, maybe a pool instead. Or maybe a nice, quiet cabin in the woods. Whatever your pleasure, a good book, or books, is necessary. With summertime right around the corner, compiling a summer reading list might be near the top of your…

by Alycia Morales @AlyciaMorales In the midst of a recent overhaul of my home office, I realized God has had me overhauling several areas in an effort to improve my efficiency since the stay-at-home orders began. When I write, I like to mix up my environment throughout the week. I…

By Dr. Chrissy Whiting-Madison @joyfulgurly The world is crazy right now.  Yesterday I went to get some groceries, and I saw a woman with a stroller that was completely and tightly wrapped with plastic wrap. I could't help but approached the woman, because I thought her baby was going to suffocate.…

by Katy Kauffman @KatyKauffman28 Just how much good can we do when we have to stay home during a pandemic?  As writers, we may wonder when publishing houses will be running at full steam again, when we can have in-person book launch parties, and if we can see our friends…