Barb Roose

1 week ago | incourage.me | Barb Roose |Anna Rendell |Becky Keife |Dawn Camp

I grew up as a GenX kid in the early 80’s who ran the streets in my small suburban community without a care in the world. Our moms would shoo everyone out of the house in the early mornings, giving a warning not to run in and out all day. We rode our bikes, drank out of backyard water hoses, and ate cheap candy by the pound. Then, I made it home by the time the streetlights came on. Barely. Those were great years!Frankly, I thought those times would last forever. Then, I turned 12 years old.

Dec 8, 2024 | booksandsuch.com | Barb Roose

It’s early December, but I’ve noticed that while we’re locked and loaded on preparing for Christmas, the fitness industry is ramping up its advertising for the inevitable January obsession with getting in shape and kale. While I am a fitness person, my algorithm already contains this content, yet the volume of ads has increased. Even though it’s not the time for the fitness industry to shine, exercise platforms and weight loss companies are planting seeds in your algorithms now.

Oct 28, 2024 | booksandsuch.com | Barb Roose

What interests a reader more: a dramatic story about loss, betrayal or hardship OR a story about overcoming the odds or rising up from the ashes to reach new heights? For everyone who immediately says, BOTH, I don’t disagree with you. However, as a literary agent, I’ve noticed that during pitches, hopeful authors tend to emphasize the details and facts of their story but under develop the transformational journey in the story.

Oct 6, 2024 | stream.org | O.S. Hawkins |Barb Roose |Tom Gilson

By O.S. Hawkins Published on October 6, 2024 Have you ever crossed the Rubicon with anyone? One who is open with you? One who senses his or her obligations in a relationship? One who rises to your defense when the need arises?

Sep 29, 2024 | stream.org | Barb Roose

By The Ruth Institute Published on September 29, 2024 In Part 2 of Maria Keffler’s interview (watch Part 1 here), the cofounder of Advocates Protecting Children tells parents of trans-identifying children some key truths they’ll need to save their kids from the gender cult sponsored in so many public schools. They include: “This is not your fault.” “Nobody understands what this is until you go through it.” “Get your child away from a toxic atmosphere and immerse him or her in a healthy...