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How I Became a Writer |
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I have always enjoyed writing for as long as I can remember. As a child I liked to write poems, essays, and other creative pieces. I have also always been an avid reader and regularly read a book a week. I came to Christian faith in my teens and found a whole new world of reading material which I devoured. After I was married we moved often and I have been involved in a variety of churches where I have played many different roles. We had three children in four years which certainly slowed down my reading! I completed an advanced certificate in Christian Studies at Power Ministry College, Ipswich, Queensland in 1996. |
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| I became more structured about writing in 1988 when my husband was diagnosed with cancer and I needed an outlet. He recovered and my writing took a back seat, though I did start writing devotional articles and book reviews about this time. My writing really became a priority when in a two year period our three children all left home. Suddenly I had time on my hands to devote to writing. In October 2006 I attended the Glorieta Christian's Writers Conference in New Mexico, US and was further motivated to work towards getting published. | ![]() Glorieta, New Mexico, US |
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