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Find the Courage to Keep Writing

To start or not to start on book No. 2If you’re a writer you know what it feels like to have your characters calling you. On the other hand, if you haven’t thoroughly promoted your first book, what is the point in moving on to the next? I’m torn between both philosophies, but I think I’m going to tip the scale toward moving on to that next book or writing project.There will be the naysayers and doubters because after all you haven’t “worked that first book” yet.A writer writes. That’s true no…See More

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Vanessa W. Snyder commented on the group 'Spiritual and Inspirational Writing'

"I'm thinking of starting an Inspirational Newsletter on my website. Anybody already doing something similar?"

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For all of us exploring, dabbling or publishing in the exploding spiritual, inspirational market, this is the place for creative, editorial and sisterly support.

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Sara Joyner commented on the blog post 'Every ‘No’ Not A Roadblock'

"I sent off my first set of query letters on Monday.. Every time my blackberry chirps with a new message, i envision an email with "RE:Query Letter" in the subject box. I've recieved 2 rejections all ready.. After reading this, I guess…"

Jan 28, 2011

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Every ‘No’ Not A Roadblock

By VANESSA W. SNYDERThe R-word just won’t go away. I’m talking about rejection. Writers know it well.As an independent author, rejection is just a painful part of the game. I didn’t mail my manuscript to a hundreds of publishers like other authors, but I did mail it to several over the years. And, well, you know the rest.However, my story is a little different because I finally got a “nice” rejection from a major publisher. And when I say nice I just mean the editor liked my book, but those…See More

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A place to share the agony and ecstasy of creating an outstanding screenplay.And, maybe, along the way, discover ways this can help with other forms of writing like novels, short stories and poetry.See More

Jan 21, 2011

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Get On A Roll By Slowing Your Roll

Inspiration.Don’t you just love saying and hearing it?It’s such a wonderful word but not always easy for writers to find.Admittedly, I’ve never truly had writer’s block. (I’ve had a few cases of lazy block but that’s another blog). I love to write so much I can almost always come up with something to say.But today I’m thinking about what inspires me and maybe what inspires me will inspire you –to write.Lately, I’m feeling pretty inspired. I think the reason is because I’ve decided to slow…See More

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Who I am:: Vanessa Williams Snyder, an award-winning educator and author, spent nearly 15 years in journalism before launching a second career. Since leaving Gannett News Service, where she was an editor and writer in the Features department, she has blossomed as a teacher while still finding time to write.

Her first novel, “The Second First Lady,” was released near the end of 2010. It’s the story of Clairmont Jenkins, a recently-widowed, 40-year-old pastor who must learn how to date again and be a single parent, while figuring out what God wants him to do for the congregation and community. Of course women are lining up because he’s such a good catch, while his 14-year-old son shuts down on him. It’s the first book in a three-part series that centers around Clairmont’s family.

In addition to writing about health, marriage, music and other topics for GNS, Vanessa has written numerous freelance articles for several magazines — including Emerge, BET Weekend, Gospel Today and Excellence. She also wrote youth curriculum for many years for two Sunday School publishing companies. Along with her husband, Deron, she’s the co-author of “50 Ways to Put Christ in Your Marriage: And Live Happily Every Day,” in addition to “50 Ways to Put Christ Back in Christmas: And Keep the Spirit Alive All Year.” Vanessa and Deron are co-owners of BlackDoor Ventures, Inc., which specializes in high-quality writing, editing and communication services, including publishing, public/media relations and broadcasting.
A native Washingtonian, Vanessa is a National Board-certified teacher, with a Master’s degree in Education from Walden University and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Maryland. Among her many education honors is a Golden Apple Award for “Teacher of Distinction,” and “Teacher of the Year” awards in Lee County (Fla.). She currently teaches Language Arts at the internationally-acclaimed Duke Ellington School of the Arts, in Washington, D.C..

Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:: The Second First Lady (Beckham Publications)
50 Ways to Put Christ In Your Marriage and 50 Ways to Put Christ Back in Christmas co-authored with husband Deron Snyder

Media outlets that I currently write for:: Heart & Soul (online)

My writing is:: Fiction, Plays, Blog Posts

Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:: N/A

Services I offer to other writers:: Editing services through blackdoorventures.com

I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:: Christianwriters.com

My professional associations:: N/A

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Find the Courage to Keep Writing

Posted on May 27, 2011 at 3:27pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

To start or not to start on book No. 2

If you’re a writer you know what it feels like to have your characters calling you. On the other hand, if you haven’t thoroughly promoted your first book, what is the point in moving on to the next? I’m torn between both philosophies, but I think I’m going to tip the scale toward moving on to that next book or writing project.

There will be the naysayers and doubters because after all you haven’t “worked that first book” yet.

A…

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Every ‘No’ Not A Roadblock

Posted on January 28, 2011 at 3:46pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

By VANESSA W. SNYDER

The R-word just won’t go away. I’m talking about rejection. Writers know it well.

As an independent author, rejection is just a painful part of the game. I didn’t mail my manuscript to a hundreds of publishers like other authors, but I did mail it to several over the years. And, well, you know the rest.

However, my story is a little different because I finally got a “nice” rejection from a major publisher. And when I say nice I just mean the editor…

Continue

Get On A Roll By Slowing Your Roll

Posted on January 21, 2011 at 1:33pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Inspiration.

Don’t you just love saying and hearing it?

It’s such a wonderful word but not always easy for writers to find.

Admittedly, I’ve never truly had writer’s block. (I’ve had a few cases of lazy block but that’s another blog). I love to write so much I can almost always come up with something to say.

But today I’m thinking about what inspires me and maybe what inspires me will inspire you –to write.

Lately, I’m feeling pretty inspired. I…

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At 10:30am on January 12, 2011, Kamy Wicoff said…: Hi Vanessa, and welcome to She Writes! We are so glad you are here. If you want some help getting started, try visiting our very helpfully named "Getting Started" section for some tips. You may also want to browse the groups on the site, which are full of She Writers joining together around their particular areas of interest.

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