In the book Jesus, Life Coach by Laurie Beth Jones--Jone's quotes Coach Harriett Salinger: "I think people know what they want. What they need are arms to hold them as they make the discovery." As I pondered those words this morning, I considered those who've "held me" as I discovered my call to write--those unofficial coaches who encouraged me to take the next step, and the next... In an earlier post titled Writing in the Dark, I chronicled my writing journey thus far. Along that often dark route, there were many who held my hand and led the way--dear friends, family members, and other writers. [...]

Check out the full post over at Ginny's blog, A Novel Journey!