• Womens History

    Call Her George: Women Writers with Male Monikers, Part 2

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    What do the names George Elliot, Ellis Bell, Isak Dinesen, George Sand, and J.D. Robb all have in common? These are all names women writers have used to publish their books. In honor of Women’s History Month, this blog invites you to gain perspective on the female writer’s motives behind using a male pseudonym. So why would a female writer use a male name? Looking at this from a sociological perspective, some female writers felt their female identities prevented them from being taken seriously. Using a male name ensured a female writer was taken seriously, and invited the then male…

  • Finishing Your Novel

    Personal Development and Prose: Why Finishing Your Novel is More Important Than You Realize

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    So you’ve been waiting to jot down your story. You’ve spent days, even months planning what you’d write once you decide to write, but find yourself opting out. When you make excuses you are creating self-limiting beliefs and habits, cultivating a quitter mentality. When you procrastinate and find things to do aside writing, investigate why you haven’t committed to your craft. If you are inspiration parched, join a local group that will nurture following through. Complete more research on your topic, or be sure to find a subject you’re truly passionate about. Many writers experience blockages and discover problems with…

  • Breast Cancer Survivors

    God’s Unrelenting Mercy: An Interview with Breast Cancer Survivor, Gail Pelletier

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    For the month of October Xulon Press is taking the time to reach out to those who have recovered from breast cancer, those who have never been diagnosed with breast cancer, and those who may have lost someone to breast cancer. Gail Pelletier, a Xulon employee and breast cancer survivor shares her compelling testimony in an interview. Krystina: Hello Gail. Let’s begin with giving readers a brief overview of what you do at Xulon Press. Gail: I am a Interior Book Designer or (Typesetter) for the Production Department at Xulon Press. K: It is understood that you’ve been here for…

  • Leaning on Leaders: Lessons for Leaders, Teachers and Preachers

    Leaning on Leaders: Lessons for Leaders, Teachers and Preachers

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    What are characteristics of a good leader, teacher or a preacher? Some may say the ability to deeply connect and capture one’s audience with his or her presence; others may say maintaining an understanding of how to communicate to an audience’s needs. Titus 1:4-14 provides a telling and wise description of leadership:  “For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.” At Xulon Press, the editorial department has decided to dedicate the…