Non-Fiction Books

Lost Boy No More tells the incredible true story of Abraham Nhial—but the story is not his alone. As a nine year-old child, Abraham found himself orphaned as civil war in his homeland of Sudan ravaged his entire village because they refused to embrace Islam. His journey is one of a perilous walk along with 35,000 lost boys of Sudan who fled to Ethiopia. Abraham and others like him made it to the border but hard times were not over as he endured the refugee camps of Ethiopia. Abraham becomes a lost boy no more when he discovers real salvation through Jesus Christ. Lost Boy No More gives more than a narrative of Abraham’s story. It also gives a history of Sudan and the persecution of Christians by Islamic militants.

When a writer steps onto the page of a novel, a dance of rhythm and beauty begins. The writer is inspired to create story, and that passion unfolds onto the pages of a vibrant novel. Do you have a burning passion to pen a novel but don't know where to begin? Have you been writing but your work still remains unpublished? Are you ready to take positive steps toward pursuing your dream of creating a polished novel? Look no further! The Dance of Character and Plot by award-winning author and writing coach DiAnn Mills will show you how to write a novel from idea to self-editing. This step-by-step instructional guide is packed with clear and concise information, examples of techniques, and fresh exercises to apply to your writing project. You'll learn how to: Create characters with distinct personalities Build the dynamics of setting Plot like a pro Understanding point of view Write sparkling dialogue And much more! Are you ready to stretch and begin The Dance of Character and Plot? “To write is to feel the dance of your soul swirling in a dream that drips imagination onto paper.” —DiAnn Mills

Anybody can write. Right? But how do you write "right"? That is, how do you write in a way that leads to success as a writer? In Writing Right to Success , best-selling and award-winning authors share their journeys from taking the first step to achieving success. They also offer valuable insights and instruction into mastering the craft of writing. Topics include: Seven Habits of the Purpose-driven Christian Writer – James Watkins Writing Stories that Move Your Readers – Gayle Roper Why Write? and How to Start – Yvonne Lehman The Magic of Transitional Words and Phrases – Donn Taylor Is It Too Late? – Gail Gaymer Martin Writing Roadblocks and Destination Detours – Edie Melson Your Unique Voice – Cecil Murphey Tenacity – the Vehicle to Publication – DiAnn Mills Understanding a Writer’s Psyche – Dennis E. Hensley, Ph.D Stellar Dialogue – Tosca Lee Avoiding Misuse of Words – Donn Taylor Dissecting Your Novel – Gail Gaymer Martin Writing is Recorded - Tom Morrisey Heroes with Clay Feet – Ann Tatlock Excellent Success – James Watkins Tips for Writing Dynamic Devotions – Dianne Neal Matthews Thou Shalt Copy – Brian Bird Children’s Writing 101: Five Common Misconceptions – Michelle Medlock Adams Writers and the Power of Definition – Donn Taylor Can You Say Change? – Gayle Roper Becoming a Resilient Writer – Edie Melson Waiting for Inspiration – Cecil Murphey Writing Amish Fiction – Kathleen Fuller Spontaneous Creativity – Eva Marie Everson Plot in Action! – Eddie Jones When to Fix and When to Let Go – Yvonne Lehman True, inspirational success stories by:Dennis E. Hensley, Ph.D., Ramona Richards, Brian Bird, Ann Tatlock, Tosca Lee, James Watkins, DiAnn Mills, Gail Gaymer Martin, Lynette Eason, James Scott Bell, Edie Melson, Eva Marie Everson, Cecil Murphey, Jenny Cote, Michelle Medlock Adams, Susan May Warren, Donn Taylor, Tom Morrisey, Lori Marett, Gayle Roper, Richard L. Mabry, MD, Dianne Neal Matthews, Kathleen Fuller, Eddie Jones, and Yvonne Lehman. Whether you are already a writer or aspire to be, this book is for you. Buy a copy … give a friend a copy. Break out your highlighter, settle in, and allow these authors to motivate, encourage, and inspire you to follow your dream!

EXPLORING THE ART OF CHARACTER shows writers how characterization extends beyond physical attributes, a perceived story role, or a list of wants and needs. In ExPLORING THE ART OF CHARACTER, writers will examine the tools needed to discover the motivation of an unforgettable character worthy to journey through their story and achieve a goal. END-OF-CHAPTER EXERCISES help writers dig deeper to mine the gems of personality, life experiences, and culture to apply valued techniques to their characterization.

EXPLORING THE ART OF PLOTTING helps writers plot a novel like a master storyteller. DiAnn Mills explores how a plot works and how it is developed. She shows the novelist how to increase the stakes in a story and help characters overcome obstacles. Your writing will be stretched to new horizons as you enhance your plotting skills.