L.L. Barkat's tagline is "writing and speaking for your life." Check out these
links, for more life-giving opportunities.
Makoto Fujimura
A
talented and visionary artist, recently named "Daniel of the Year," Mako bridges
faith and culture in his speaking, his art, and through The
International Arts Movement.
Walter Wangerin, Jr.
To
listen to Walter speak is a fortunate experience in itself. His unfailing
honesty, passionate heart, and brilliant story telling transport even the
weariest soul. For more inspiration, check out Walter's
website.
Charity Singleton
Charity
Singleton is a talented writer, with an open, inviting style. We met at the
Calvin Festival of Faith and Writing, for which I'll always be thankful. She has
contributed to Discipleship Journal and has an inspiring blog (if you go for
that sort of thing... which I do). Visit Charity.
Mary DeMuth, author
Ordinay Mom, Extraordinary God
Want
a straight look on life, from a deep-thinking writer? Open up Mary DeMuth. Even
if you're a dad, you'll totally appreciate this clear-headed writer who captures
the godly wisdom of childhood with her pen. You'll also appreciate the chance to
laugh, with chapters like "Nervous Pie Eater," in which daughter Sophie
concludes that little brother Aidan bit her because "he got nervous and thought
I was pie." www.relevantprose.com
Randy Ingermanson, author
Oxygen
If
you benefited from Randy's sample proposal on this site, you might want to check
out his writing tips. Especially his "Snowflake Design", an approach to writing
fiction that will take you from vapor to full-fledged storm. Looking for a real
blizzard? Venture into Randy's advanced fiction writing e-zine. www.advancedfictionwriting.com
Kay Marshall Strom, author
Daughters of Hope
Ever
wonder what you'd be willing to do for your faith? Kay has met Christians across
the world who don't have to wonder. They've been tested by the cruelty of the
faithless. In this astonishing book, Kay and Michelle Rickett tell stories from
around the globe that will encourage your faith. You'll marvel that if God has
stayed ever present for these sufferers, then He can carry you through anything
too. www.kaystrom.com
Randy Isaac, Executive Director American Scientific Affiliation (ASA)
A
physicist and former IBM researcher, Randy is committed to the integration of
faith, science and technology. Leading the ASA, he helps provide an open forum
where controversies can be discussed-with the purpose of promoting the use of
science and technology for the good of people and the world. www.asa3.org
Valerie Kirschenbaum, author
Goodbye Gutenberg
Imagine
the world of books in full color. Valerie Kirschenbaum invites writers on a new
journey. Into designer writing. Could you be one of a new generation of designer
writers? Kirschenbaum hopes you'll answer the call to adventure. Check out Goodbye
Gutenberg's invitation.