By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We all are on a sacred adventure called life. From the day we are born until God calls us home, we are given special interests that define our purpose and mold our personalities. We all have unique gifts and talents that thrill us, things we love to invest our time in, effort, and often money. The …
Writers Who Deliver a Powerful Story
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Reading excellent novels invites me into a story world where I lose track of time. I meet new characters who have a compelling story, dive into unique personalities, and share an adventure with them. I admire how they solve problems and face life. In short, I’m a picky reader. A book has to grab me in …
Dear Reader, It IS about You – Giveaway
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills I love sending you a short blog each week. It’s my friend-time, a chance to show you how much I appreciate your support. My goal is to vary the blog topics so you’ll be entertained, inspired, and encouraged, much like when I create a story. This blog is for you, and with that foremost in mind, …
Frumpy to Fabulous – In 5 Easy Steps
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills A change in seasons means we gals are putting our summer clothes away and bringing out the fall. This is my favorite time of year because I’m a fall person. The colors of burnt orange, green, deep blues, golds, and browns are my go-tos. When I have questions about the latest styles and what is truly …
Adding Fun to Careers
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Last week, the American Christian Fiction Writers National Conference hit the Nashville, Tennessee scene. Catching up with old friends and making new ones is always a plus. The speaking and teaching took writers to a deeper level of understanding the craft and the God who gave who purposed us to write. Some of the presenters were: …
Preserve Your Summer Memories
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills August is fading from the calendar. The weather here in Houston is hot and humid. Most schools in our area are in session. The Summer Olympics are over for another four years. The US packed away the medals! Retailers feature fall and winter clothing. Deadly Encounter was a new book release. Football fans are scheduling tailgate …
National Happiness Happens Day
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills What a great way to start the work week with a national holiday that makes us smile. Even laugh! A key part of making today a success is all the fun things we can do. Life isn’t all about us but the joy we share with others. Choose today to be a blessing. Here are 10 …
Giveaway to Celebrate Deadly Encounter Release!
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Drum Roll, Please! After many hours of writing and editing and working with the folks at Tyndale, the first book in the FBI Task Force series has hit shelves! Today, Deadly Encounter is available for purchase at your favorite retail bookstores and online. I am so excited for you to meet Airport Ranger volunteer Stacy Broussard …
Summer Reading for You!
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Summer is the perfect time to catch up on reading. Between vacations and stealing away a few hours to ourselves, the lure of a good book draws us to read. We’re always looking for our favorite writers to release their next book, and we love exploring new ones. Many of you have asked who are my favorite …
Packing Checklist for Your Next Trip
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Traveling is a part of my life as a writer, and I love it. Over the years, I’ve simplified my packing method, and I’d like to share with you 9 easy ways to ensure your next trip meets expectations with a perfect plan for taking just what you need. Here are 9 easy ways to make …