by Cindy Ervin Huff | Jun 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Every writer needs a well stocked library of How-To books. I have most of these in my personal library and many more. It is important that you have the resources at hand to write well. The first two books reference hundred’s of periodicals, books and other areas that...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | May 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
I received a Kindle last year for Mother’s Day, and I am so loving it. As a writer it is imperative that I read—a lot. I love to buy books. I use the library, too, but I want the book when I want it. Buying books can become an expensive habit. I have found my Kindle...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | May 12, 2012 | Uncategorized
My hubby and I went to see The Avengers. We have been following all the previous movies the past few years, waiting for this one. From a writer’s view point the movie The Avengers illustrates series books. Each Prequel lays the ground work for the next The original...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
The airwaves are full of reality shows that focus on talent, American Idol, Next Top Model, Americas Got Talent to name a few. The one that best exemplified the journey of a writer is The Voice. Four coaches, all well-known successful singers in their various...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Feb 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
The airwaves are full of reality shows that focus on talent, American Idol, Next Top Model, Americas Got Talent to name a few. The one that best exemplified the journey of a writer is The Voice. Four coaches, all well-known successful singers in their various...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Feb 4, 2012 | Uncategorized
As a list maker I can really go overboard in setting goals for the new year. Goals for writing, housework, outside activities and daily chores all get sub-categories to guide me to completion. My lists become so detailed that I feel overwhelmed, resorting to ignoring...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Dec 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Christmas season is always a time of giving, and beyond the usual present buying and treat making there were other opportunities that God appointed for me this season. Two of them were annual occurrences with a new twist, and the third was unexpected. All of them...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Nov 29, 2011 | Uncategorized, value writing
“Everyone be quiet I’m trying to vomit.” My daughter Pam announced in an irritated voice. She wasn’t physically trying to vomit. Rather she was getting her thoughts all down on paper for a college speech class. Pam has adopted that term from hearing her mother use...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Nov 17, 2011 | Uncategorized
Recently I returned from a three week mission trip in the Philippines. My husband, Charley and I traveled to both the islands of Luzon and Mindanao visiting various churches and schools. During that time we accumulated over 300 photos, two hours of video and 18 days...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Nov 11, 2011 | Uncategorized, value writing
There is always an ongoing debate about writing contests. What is the point of entering my work in contests? Does entering contests jeopardize my copyrights? What value is there in contest anyway? I recently entered two contests. The first was an essay contest that...
