Fay Rowland

Have you always thought about writing a book but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced author and want to spread your wings? Are you looking for inspiration for every step in your writing journey? This is a book for everyone who wants to write, whether history or contemporary, science fiction or humour, local fiction or set in a made-up world, fiction, non-fiction, memoir, there's something here for you. Join thirteen authors as they share their passion for why you should write in their genre and find your own passion as you read.It's time for you to spread your wings, follow your dreams and find your passion for writing.

A brilliant modern take on Bible study and labyrinth-walking which offers forty short, biblical meditations on the challenges and blessings of daily life.

If Christmas happened today, what would it be like?'Away in a Suitcase' is a funny, festive yet poignant re-telling of the Nativity story set in modern times. Mary and Joseph's hotel room has been double-booked by three visiting foreigners. There are no travel cots left, so they use a suitcase as their baby's first bed.Explore the Christmas story in today's world with a charming transformation to a traditional crib at the end. 'Away in a Suitcase' will leave you smiling, laughing and thinking.What if ...What if this isn't just a cute story for kids? What if God is not Santa, and life is not about being on the naughty list or nice list?What if this first-century story still happens today, in the twenty-first-century? Join the characters of 'Away in a Suitcase', and meet the child who changes everything.

A collection of original Nativities, full of laughs with a meaningful message. These scripts are snappy and sassy, modern yet moving. God Is With Us - Everywhere Tells the traditional story of God With Us, with rhyme, funny twists and a heart-felt message. Meet a cool Gabriel, shepherds who think they've seen a UFO, and the child who changes everything.Christmas Gone Worng This light-hearted Nativity play tells the traditional Christmas story, but everything goes a bit worng. There is a stroppy Mary, a confused wise man and an angel who ... well, you'll have to read the script to find out.Away in a SuitcaseA funny, festive yet poignant re-telling of the Nativity story. Mary and Joseph's hotel room has been double-booked by three visiting foreigners. There are no travel cots left, so they use a suitcase as their baby's first bed. With a charming transformation to a traditional crib at the end, there won't be a dry eye in the house.

Ever felt that your festive celebrations weren't quite Christmas-movie perfect?Join the club Meet a stroppy Mary and a grumpy Joseph, a confused wise man and an angel who ... well, you'll have to read the script to find out.With cast options ranging from two actors to two classfuls, this adaptable scripts has roles for everyone - singers, actors and non-speaking roles - and you can invite the audience to join in too But the Good News is that God is OK with messy lives and lumpy gravy, so it all turns out OK in the end.Christmas Gone Worng? You bet Christmas Gone Worng is a light-hearted Nativity play telling the traditional Christmas story with the help of carols, but where everything goes a bit worng.The script incorporates readings from the gospels of Matthew, Luke and John in an easy-to-read translation.The theme of the play is that God came to us at Christmas, despite things not being perfect. Immanuel, God With Us, even in our mess and muddle.It is suitable for a school production such as a Nativity play or Christmas assembly, or at church as part of All-Age Worship, Messy Church, Crib Service or a Carol Concert.Running time is approximately 22 minutes including readings, carol excerpts and talk, but excluding any songs or carols you may wish to add between scenes.

You've finished the writing - brilliant Well done.Now you have to get your words out there, into the sweaty mitts of your readers. But how?Best-selling non-fiction author, Fay guides you with humour and helpful insight through the maze of the editing process and out into the wonderful world of publishing.Whether you write books, articles, poems or self-help guides to frog wrestling, there are ways for you to get your words out there.So what are you waiting for, the credits?Perfect for new authors, aspiring authors and anyone who has ever pressed 'send' and then spotted the typo. Which is all of us.This is your one-stop-shop for all aspects of publishing your writing, whether you choose independent (indie) publishing, traditional publishing, submitting your work to magazines, newspapers, academic journals, competitions, blogs or online social writing hubs. With an extensive glossary and checklist for editing and self-publishing, including with Amazon's KDP, you will find heaps of help and encouragement here.Fay writes popular and academic non-fiction, both indie and traditionally published. This is her seventh solo-authored book, many topping their respective charts. She has been involved in book and magazine production since the 1980s and has taught layout and editing courses.

Reviewers Say ..."A great, meaningful script, beautifully written. Funny ... and very moving.""An amazing alternative and fun way of telling the wonderful story of Jesus' birth.""Fantastic resource.""It is funny, easy to use ... great to get folks of all ages across the congregation involved.We even managed to get the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland to play one of the wise men "Tell the traditional story of God With Us, with some funny twists and a heart-felt message.The script is funny but faithful, modern yet moving, reminding us that Jesus is more than a baby in a manger.This play has been used for children, teens and adults with great success. Why not get your vicar to play Gabriel?The script can accommodate a large or small cast, so whether you have a small Sunday school or you need parts for an entire classful of children, this is the play for you Can be performed live or virtually.Perfect for Messy Church, all-age worship, school nativity plays and community crib services.As they gazed in awe and wonderat their baby, sleeping sound, silently, beyond their vision, all of heaven gathered round.God no longer just in glory, but right here where humans dwell.God made flesh to be God With Us, Jesus, our Emmanuel.

Ever wondered what Mary thought of those weird gifts? Want an Advent calendar filled with more than chocolate? Immerse yourself in the action of the world's most famous birthday with creative devotions by this #1 bestselling Christian author. Packed with great ideas, including craft, music and artwork, for everyone from tots to wrinklies. Join the journey to Bethlehem, and meet the child who changes everything.