By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills It’s been said that “a book’s title is its most important marketing strategy.” I shouldn’t be surprised when I consider how long it takes me to create a title for a book. I keep a file of titles, and still I end up in a dilemma. My purpose is to think of my title as a …
Cooking Up a Story
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills I like to cook and bake almost as much as I love writing. Spending time in the kitchen is relaxing, satisfying, and hopefully the results are tasty. I’ve discovered my passion for writing has a lot in common with food prep. Cooking makes me a better writer. Look at the following comparisons; I think you’ll understand …
Raising the Bar on Christian Fiction
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Have you ever heard a reader say they didn’t read Christian fiction because of poor writing? Either the characterization, plot, dialogue, setting, emotion, or description disappointed them. Professional writers always evaluate their craft to raise the bar and attract readers to an outstanding story. Some Christians write for the Christian market, and others write for the …
Book Club Giveaway Celebrating Release of CONCRETE EVIDENCE
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills ATTN: Book Clubs / Libraries Unless you are new to my blog posts, you know that I LOVE BOOK CLUBS and LIBRARIES! I would enjoy hosting your reading group via Zoom. Q&A time is often a favorite as readers get to probe my brain with all their burning questions 😉 To celebrate this month’s release of …
Reader Giveaway Celebrating Release of CONCRETE EVIDENCE
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills An exciting day has arrived! To celebrate CONCRETE EVIDENCE’s recent release, I’m hosting a giveaway opportunity for readers! There are multiple opportunities to win some great prizes. Total retail value of prizes is $275! Share this with your reader friends so they can join in on the fun 🙂 FOUR RANDOMLY SELECTED WINNERS WILL EACH RECEIVE …
Release Day for CONCRETE EVIDENCE!
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills It’s HERE!!! ROMANCE, SUSPENSE, AND ADVENTURE! DiANN MILLS DELIVERS ALL THREE IN CONCRETE EVIDENCE DO YOU HAVE YOUR COPY? Praise For CONCRETE EVIDENCE “* VERDICT Mills . . . delivers another action-packed novel that offers intrigue and an adventurous ride. Recommend to fans of Dani Pettrey, Lynette Eason, and Carrie Stuart Parks.” – LIBRARY JOURNAL, …
A Time for Everything
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Guest Post Loretta Eidson @LorettaJEidson Waiting isn’t easy, but I’m here to tell you that when God’s timing arrives, he will throw the doors open wide. I’m excited to announce that after eleven years of writing, my inspirational romantic suspense debut novel, Pursued in the Wilderness, published by Love Inspired Suspense in the Mountain Rescue Collection …
How is a Writer’s Life Like King David?
DiAnn Mills By DiAnnMills Most of us are familiar with King David of the Bible. His story is in 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Psalms, and many other parts of the Old and New Testament. For many of us, one of our first childhood Bible stories showed us how David took five smooth stones and used a …
The Inside Scoop on the Jewelry Designs for TRACE OF DOUBT
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Readers of Trace of Doubt have asked me about the jewelry pieces in the story. This post gives you the inside scoop of the jewelry designs and their names. My heroine, Shelby Pierce, accomplished three valuable feats while in prison: She earned a master’s degree in business. She learned the art of designing jewelry. She became …
20 Reasons to Read Fiction
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Has anyone ever said to you that reading fiction is a waste of time, money, and brain matter? That’s hogwash! Yes, I’m passionate about fiction, and here’s why! To enjoy an entertaining adventure for readers. To learn about the world and people in an unthreatening environment. To be encouraged in our own lives by characters overcoming …