By Darlene Corbett @darlenemcorbett I love butterflies. I love writing. And I love conferences. What does one have to do with the other? To make it simple, I’m like a butterfly who flits to as many writing conferences as possible. My wings flutter as I immerse myself in the nectar of learning. On closer examination, complexity streams through the parallel …
Writing Contests: Stepping out of the Boat (Part 1)
by Linda Dindzans My writing journey began in early 2013 when I decided that what I had planned as a sabbatical from my ENT practice was actually retirement. The call to put down my scalpel and pick up my pen was clear, but the journey ahead was entirely uncharted. Early on, I committed to developing my craft through conferences, online …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 40
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 40 Focus: For those teaching workshops Scripture: Psalm 115:1 (NASB) — Not to us, O LORD, not to us, But to Your name give glory, Because of Your lovingkindness, because of Your truth. Prayer: Heavenly Father, You are generous and good at all …
Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice
by Elle E. Kay @ElleEKay777 It’s conference time once again. On Saturday night, many of us will gather at the annual ACFW Gala and await the announcements of the titles that will receive the prestigious honor of a Genesis or Carol Award. I didn’t expect much when I watched a clip of the announcements to see who finaled. I’d never heard my …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 39
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 39 Focus: Good weather for travel/travel safety Scripture: Luke 8:24b (NASB) — And He got up and rebuked the wind and the surging waves, and they stopped, and it became calm. Prayer: Father God, who writes our story, the One who created us …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 38
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 38 Focus: For those teaching Early Bird sessions Scripture: Proverbs 2:2 (NLT) — Tune your ears to wisdom and concentrate on understanding. Prayer: Father God, we come before you with open hearts and open minds. We ask you to guide us and mold …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 37
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 37 Focus: For wisdom in decision-making for the ACFW Executive Board Scripture: Romans 15:5 (NASB) — Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus… Prayer: Father God, …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 36
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 36 Focus: For ACFW members unable to attend conference Scripture: Psalm 138:8 (ESV) — The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O LORD, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands Prayer: Thank You, Lord, for Your …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 35
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 35 Focus: For God’s blessings as connections and friendships form at conference Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9 (ESV) — So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. Prayer: Heavenly Father, As writers gather from near and …
ACFW 2026 Conference Prayer: Day 34
Please join us in today’s prayer, written by a member of ACFW’s Forty Days of Prayer team. Day 34 Focus: For good health for all attending the conference Scripture: Psalm 139:14a (ESV) —I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Prayer: Merciful God, You are the weaver of our …