Being an Author – Page 10 – Teresa Tysinger, Author

FREE HUGS at the ACFW Conference!

Preparing for a writer’s conference can be hectic. Add to that, the fact that it’s my very first one, the American Christian Fiction Writer’s Conference coming up next week has me on my toes. I’m in the home stretch and am actually now feeling really good. One thing I’m bringing with me might surprise you, but it’sContinue reading “FREE HUGS at the ACFW Conference!”

Good Graces: Inspiration Board

During the process of writing Good Graces, I have kept a Pinterest board of images that inspired the setting, buildings, characters, and “ambiance” of the story. I am simply in love with this fictional place…reminiscent of my time spent attending college 35 minutes north of Asheville. I thought it would be fun to share someContinue reading “Good Graces: Inspiration Board”

Let’s Dance!

I’ve been workin’ so hard. I’m punching my card. Eight hours (day, weeks, months) for what? Oh tell me what I’ve got. I’ve got this feeling…. And now I’ve got to cut loose! Oh, friends! In life we must find reasons and ways to celebrate all the time. Not just birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, milestones. The roadContinue reading “Let’s Dance!”

Meeting Deadlines

I have 11 days to get my next draft of Good Grace off to my editor for her final read through. There’s a lot of critique notes to work through. So, I may be absentee for a while around here….but maybe you can help! If you are a blogger, author, or just someone with encouragingContinue reading “Meeting Deadlines”

Rollercoaster Week (a.k.a. Life)

It’s been a week of ups and downs. Monday I celebrated the last submission to my critique group. Good times. Then, with their help (for which I’m still genuinely grateful), I took a ride down to the pits realizing I am far under the recommended average length for books in my genre….by about 25,000 words.Continue reading “Rollercoaster Week (a.k.a. Life)”