American Christian Fiction Writers – membership, devoted to the craft of Christian fiction
American Christian Writers – Christian writing groups, courses, Christian Communicator newsletter
Bible Gateway – industry standard for Scripture reference
Blue Letter Bible – reference, study, multiple resources
Christian Writers of the West – affiliate of ACFW serving the Phoenix community
Faith Writers – community of Christian writers
Topical Bible – online search
DICTIONARIES
Etymology – explanation and history of words
Merriam-Webster Collegiate Online – the standard in book publishing (The annual subscription includes the Unabridged Dictionary, Collegiate Dictionary, Collegiate Thesaurus, and Medical Dictionary.)
Urban Words – slang and unusual phrases
Visuwords – visual dictionary, word associations, concepts
FREELANCE, BUSINESS, MISC.
Advanced Fiction Writing – all about fiction
Arizona Corporation Commission – Arizona business info
Canva – create free graphics
Creative Nonfiction – online and print nonfiction magazine
Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) – freelancers of various services
Freelancers Union – free membership for independent workers
MediaBistro – tools for freelancers, subscription-based
PerfectIt Software – editing software for consistency, now including Chicago Style (Read my first review of PerfectIt and my updated review of PerfectIt 5.)
The Writer – online and print writing magazine
WordPress – easiest way to create a professional blog and/or website
Writer’s Digest – online and print writing magazine
Writing Momentum – clips, classes, info for members
Cecil Murphey – extensive encouragement to writers
Christian Editor Connection – free matchmaking service to find the right editor for you, includes a valuable resource listing for writers
Christian Editor Network LLC – four divisions to equip Christian editors
Christian Writers Market Guide – online subscription for market listings, conferences, industry professionals
Evangelical Christian Writer’s Association (ECPA) – association of Christian publishers and industry professionals
Gardner Literary – literary agency, blog of author tips, and coaching services
Jerry Jenkins – extensive writing and publishing industry information
Joan Webb – writing, teaching, coaching
Michael Hyatt – extensive platform and publishing information
Next Step Coaching Services – speaking, writing, coaching
Steve Laube Agency – literary agency, extensive blog, and guidance for authors and speakers
Writers-Editors Network – independent writers and editors, contests
STYLE, RULES & TIPS
AP Stylebook – journalism standard in editorial style, for members only
The Chicago Manual of Style – book standard in editorial style, for members only
The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style – standard for Christian books
Common Errors in English Usage – extensive list from Washington State University
Grammar Book (The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation)
Grammar Girl – English rules and tips made easy
Purdue OWL – online writing lab of Perdue University, multiple resources
The SBL Handbook of Style – standard for theological writing