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A Writer's Beginning and Singapore

5/21/2016

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The Fall of 2014 I was contacted by a writing friend in Singapore, Emily Lim, who I met online through a writing challenge called 12x12. Emily was going to be a part of a writing project about Asian authors and wanted to know if I wanted to join the book project as well. We were to write a chapter about how God led us into writing. 

This project was part of Media Associates International and Graceworks Publishing. MAI's goal states, "MAI equips and nurtures talented men and women with a passion for producing Christian literature for their own people." They train people to write through books, workshops, and conferences around the world.

So I'm privileged to be a part of this book with 11 other authors living in Asia. In fact, you can see an excerpt of my chapter here along with a list of the other wonderful writers. I'm thankful to God for using me as His scribe. If you know of anyone who is contemplating being a writer, have them read this book! The way these people came to write is fascinating!

And even more wonderful is that this coming week I'll meet author Emily Lim in person! I'm flying to Singapore for the Asian Festival of Children's Content. I'll attend the Scholastic Asian Book Award ceremony on Tuesday night and then one full day of the writer's conference on Wednesday and then fly back to Korea. This is my FIRST writer's conference, believe it or not. So if you have any tips, let me know! My lovely husband helped me get business cards printed, which I can't do on my own here. I will blog about the AFCC in the weeks to come. Stay tuned!

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I left off my phone # because I'm overseas. Email works best! or Twitter.

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14 Comments
Robin Newman link
5/21/2016 09:37:26 am

Congratulations, Tina!

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Tina Cho link
5/21/2016 03:48:51 pm

Thanks, Robin.

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Trine
5/21/2016 09:37:57 am

Tina, I am thrilled for you! Have a wonderful trip. So looking forward to the great God has in store for you.
Blessings, Friend.

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Tina Cho link
5/21/2016 03:49:34 pm

Thanks, Trine. I"ll let you know what happens.

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Mary McClellan
5/21/2016 02:25:23 pm

YAY for you!! Have a wonderful time at the conference!!

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Tina Cho link
5/21/2016 03:50:04 pm

Thanks, Mary. I will.

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evelyn christensen link
5/21/2016 02:50:33 pm

Wow, Tina! What an exciting time for you! Congratulations on your part in Twelve Strands, on the awards ceremony (I'm pulling for you and your ms), on getting to go to the conference, and on your new business cards!! 2016 sounds like it's your year! Sending hugs and best wishes. P.S. Your business cards look awesome. I especially like the kids logo part.

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Tina Cho link
5/21/2016 03:50:41 pm

Thanks so much, Ev. Glad you like the business cards.

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Diane Tulloch link
5/21/2016 03:58:32 pm

Congrats Tina. Enjoy your trip to Singapore. Love the cards especially the one with the photo. Very professional.

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Tina Cho link
5/22/2016 04:51:56 am

The 2nd card is the back, Diane. :) Thanks!

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Cathy C. Hall link
5/21/2016 06:37:21 pm

Your FIRST writer's conference? Oh, you're going to love it! Best advice--just be yourself. Talk to all the writers around you; they're probably just as nervous as you are!

And big congrats, Tina!

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Tina Cho link
5/22/2016 04:52:28 am

Yep, Cathy. My 1st one; although in another country!

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Jarm Del Boccio link
5/23/2016 07:38:07 am

How exciting, Tina, to have found this group of Asian writers! Lord's blessing on you as you continue to serve Him with your gifts.

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Tina Cho link
5/26/2016 06:30:45 am

Thanks, Jarm!

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