by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 21, 2016 | Speaking
“Your goal should not be to ‘deliver a presentation.’ It should be to inspire your audience, to move them, and to encourage them to dream bigger.” —Amy Carmine GalloIf I’m going to put my trembling body before an audience, I want to rivet the members with what I...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 7, 2016 | Writing
“A story without a theme is little more than a list of events.” —Grace JolliffeNever again, in a novel proposal, during a pitch, or at a social event, stare blankly when asked, “What is your story’s theme?”Get a handle on what theme is.Expert 1James Scott Bell gives...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 31, 2015 | Writing
“All writers find themselves – at some point – in the desert. A place where they feel isolated. Burnt out. Disheartened. Fearful.” —Allen ArnoldWas last year’s writing experience less outstanding than you hoped? Possibly, you’re working as if you’re an...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 24, 2015 | Activities
“I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people. Today … a Savior has been born to you … the Messiah, the Lord.” —Luke 2:10-11 NIVWinter is upon us. Here’s my Christmas gift to you who have children, grandchildren, or teach preschoolers. In winter,...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 17, 2015 | Writing
“The middle of our story should be the ‘meat’ of the story, as far as conflicts and arcs. Without setting up the obstacles here, any solution in the final act will seem too easy and won’t be as satisfying.” —Jamie GoldI pulled 5 books from my shelves. I paged to the...
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