June 27
Freedom Calls
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A brave story today by Shakira Davies about her escape from an abusive relationship.
‘Freedom Calls comes from my book Rescued Redeemed Released. I wrote this because people I talked to felt encouraged by the things I went through and how I overcame them. It gave them strength to share the problems they had, because they knew I understood and they wondered how I was able to move on and have so much peace. People have bought this for others whom they know have gone through abusive relationships and childhoods, in order to give them hope, and for them to realise that they are not alone.’Shakira Davies
Shakira’s book can be previewed and purchased here.
This has been the first year we’ve live streamed our two writing workshops on Facebook. We’ve received very positive feedback, and connected with many people who have stories of faith to share. We’re anticipating a great anthology at the end of the year and looking forward to hearing some incredible stories on-air over the summer.
As I cannot improve on Rev Dr Mark Worthing’s words, presented at last Thursday’s editing workshop, I’ll quote his sixth and final editing tip in full:
‘Submit your story! At some point you have to stop rewriting and editing and send in your story. One of the keys to good editing is to know when to stop. There will always be an improvement that could possibly be made, or a comma to add or delete. Do not let your efforts to produce a well-written story prevent you from sending in the best story you are able to produce in the time you have to do it. Too many good stories are left setting on a shelf at home or on a computer file because the writer was worried it was not good enough, or convinced that it still needs work. It doesn’t hurt anything to send the story off and see how others respond. You may be surprised at how your story speaks to others.
Remedy: Just send us the story!’
Read his full presentation: Tips for editing 2018 by Mark Worthing.
We’re only 34 days away from the closing date for entries. Do submit your story. We’d love to hear from you.
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