We are REALLY looking forward to special featuring the ONE & ONLY, Bestselling author, Paul Hollis, who’s got quite an incredible story through his books, The HollowMan Series!!! If you don’t know who he is, check him out!!! The Zoom mastermind is this Friday, Mar.22, at 7:30 pm EST, and I will be hosting with the fam & fab, USA Today Best-selling author, Patricia Mattern!!!

“The Hollow Man Series,” follows a U.S. government analyst and his partner in an odyssey of suspense across Europe.

We can’t wait to hear from Paul. His stories and adventurous spirit are incredible. We will hold a Q & A session where we will get to ask Paul questions about his real-life stories! It’s going to be amazing! Then we will get to watch a short special presentation! It’s going to be incredible!

Paul Hollis is also a publisher and has a world of knowledge on the publishing and writing industry! Our masterminds are always very educational!

Where else can you go to learn and get FREE knowledge from bestselling authors, award winners, national speakers, media experts, film producers, artists, musicians, and others? This is FREE virtual knowledge meant to help you and set you on your way to success in your writing or career!

All entrepreneurs are welcome. Whether you are an aspiring writer or a seasoned writer, there are going to be lots of gems at this meeting!

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You may hop in late or leave early, we are a super laid-back group and don’t mind. You may also leave your camera and mic turned on or off.

Don’t miss this opportunity! We only feature the BEST & Paul will be happy to answer any of your questions on writing books, business, and more.

Zoom meeting link to join in: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

~ALL events are brought to you by the Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group

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I’m VERY EXCITED to ANNOUNCE, again, our special featured author this week will be, Author Paul Hollis, on Mar.22 at 7:30pm EST!!! We can’t wait to meet with him & to hear more about his work! His books, work for the US government, life experiences, and stories are fascinating!!! Not to mention, Paul is just the coolest! Multiple-time USA TODAY BESTSELLER and Fantabulous author, Patricia Mattern, will also be hosting!!!

If you are a writer, speaker, best seller, aspiring author, or entrepreneur, you DEFINITELY want to join this meeting!

Paul Hollis is an American author of fictional terrorism and espionage. His bestselling trilogy, is “The Hollow Man Series.”

Paul is the Winner of the World’s Best Story!

What is the “Writing Because I Can’t Not Write” group? This is a group we created in 2022 just before Labor Day. Since then, we’ve been meeting as very talented authors, national speakers, writers, and businesspeople every week. We discuss writing, editing, publishing, marketing, and several other writing topics!!!

On Mar.22, Friday, at 7:30 pm EST I am EXCITED we are going to special feature Paul!

Take advantage of this opportunity while you can! You will get FREE knowledge on the publishing and writing industry and also get to hear about Paul’s incredible life!!! These are INSIDER SECRETS! Nowhere else on the Internet can you get free virtual knowledge like this! Our authors join week after week for no other reason than to help other writers & entrepreneurs!

Masterminds usually leave you feeling broke and hopeless!! Our meetings are different. Each week I aim to special feature one author, we ask them questions about their career and books, in this case, we will learn about Paul’s true life experiences!

Paul will introduce himself and give us an introduction on his background, experience, and how he’s achieved the amazing success he has today!

After that, we will have a LIVE Q & A session & a short special presentation!!! We can’t wait to hear from him!

Where else can you go to get FREE advice and feedback from bestsellers and award winners?!! Our masterminds are one of kind!

As you can see, we have some really incredible authors joining!

Whether you are a writer, speaker, or businessperson, we are happy to assist you with your writing or business endeavors. We can also help with how to increase your brand and presence.

If you’d like to join our meetings, I will need your email via direct message, that way I can add you to the email list so you’ll get the reminder for our Friday meetings. You can also just join here below via the Zoom link!

As of late we have featured…many fantastic authors!

Zoom meeting link to join, again: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

If you want to improve your writing in any field, get a book out there, or increase your brand or presence – you need to join this meeting!

Happy Writing!

~ALL events are brought to you by the Writing Because I Can’t Not Write – For seasoned and aspiring writers

About Zina

Short Bio:

Zina Hermez has authored the books, Not Without God: A Story of Survival and Not Without God: Hope In the Storm. She’s been featured in numerous articles, guest posts, podcasts, websites, newsletters, and magazines. She’s also been featured on The Neil Haley (media giant’s) Show, The Intuitive Edge podcast, and on ESPN’s ‘Solutions from the Huddle’ broadcast as well as Grace and Truth Radio World and other programs.

Zina’s written several hundred articles and has taught thousands of people from all over the world from many different backgrounds and parts of the world. She’s appeared in Christianity Today, the Suite T blog, and the Southern Writers magazine among other places.

She writes on faith, science, and overcoming adversity. Zina also likes to write on health and diet and loves to help others. Her latest, Not Without God: Hope In the Storm is live and for sale.

Zina’s been invited to speak at the Harvard Faculty Club’s Business Expert Forum and has designed notwithoutgod.net, a top inspirational blog.

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Our Next Zoom Mastermind Is With Mark ‘Coach’ Prasek Of PJNET.TV And Ben Cooper TOMORROW, On Fri., Feb.16 at 7:30pm EST! Join in! https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

February 15, 2024February 15, 2024 Zina Hermez

Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group – For seasoned and aspiring writers

Hello everyone, I’m really excited about our next Live event THIS FRIDAY on FEB.16 at 7:30 pm EST w/our Special Featured Author(s), Mark ‘Coach’ Prasek of PJNET.TV & w/Author Ben Cooper! We can’t wait!

Hello everyone ,

I am VERY EXCITED to ANNOUNCE that we will be featuring Coach Mark Prasek of PJNET.TV on Feb.16, 2024, at 7:30 pm EST with Author Ben Cooper at our Zoom meeting for the Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group.

Mark Prasek is the founder and host of PJNET.tv – an online video ministry providing a platform for everyday Christians to share their walk with Christ. Since 2018, almost 500 different guests have appeared on the program. Mark is also an accomplished creator of 3D animated videos in partnership with Christian authors to promote their ministry.

Ben Cooper is an author, speaker, educator, and beekeeper. He grew up on a family farm in western Pennsylvania and went on to get an Agricultural Science degree from Penn State University. Ben retired after working as an Agricultural Specialist for the State of Maryland.

Ben and his wife live in southern Pennsylvania where they homeschooled and raised their five children. He is the author of All Nature Sings: A Devotional Guide to Animals in the Bible, and the children’s picture book series that include Created Critters with Wings and Created Critters with Fur.

He is also a contributing author for All God’s Creatures, an annual devotional from Guideposts.

First, Ben will give us a presentation on Five Steps to Landing Book Endorsements, and after that we will get to hear from Mark! He will explain his TV program on PJENT.TV and his many other programs! Mark will give us a “crash course” on a class he taught at The Well conference here in MI!

He is also willing to meet with anyone after the meeting one to one for further questions!

This is a meeting you have to join! Ben will start by giving us a presentation on five tips for landing book (or business) endorsements, again! Then we’ll hear from Mark!

I’m looking forward to this and can’t wait to learn from both of them. Where else can you go to meet with TV hosts, best sellers, award winners, movie producers, and others who are FREELY giving you their feedback and advice? Our meetings are FREE virtual masterminds, and we only feature the best!

We will then open for a live Q&A where we can ask them both questions. It is going to be phenomenal!

Every week I aim to special feature one influential person who is a writer, speaker, author, or entrepreneur. This week we have two!

We also love to feature filmmakers, founders, and producers. We feature artists and musicians and love to meet with creative people! They give us their background, information, and experience – we learn from them and ask follow-up questions. We have very interesting discussions on the writing and business industry.

Coach Prasek featured me on PJNET TV not long ago and it was a fascinating experience!

Whether you are a writer, speaker, in media, or a businessperson, we are happy to assist you with your writing or business endeavors. We can also help with how to increase your brand and presence!

As of late, we have featured:
Jimmy Tuman
Paul Hollis
Sharon Rose Gibson
Patricia Mattern
Sarah Sundin
Kyle Duncan
Dr. Veronica Brooks
Michael Greenberg
Juliana Gennari Anderson!
And many many others!

Zoom meeting link to join in https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

The meeting starts at 7:30 pm EST and ends at 9 pm. You may keep your camera and mic on or off. We are very laid back and don’t mind. You may also hop in late or leave early!

Please note: this meeting will be recorded and shared.

Here is the Zoom link to join in https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

Here is the meeting link on Facebook: Event with Mark Prasek & Ben Cooper!

Read it now and click ‘going!’ Our Masterminds are one of a kind with top-notch authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs. Nowhere else on the internet can you get FREE virtual knowledge to help you in your writing, speaking, or business career from experts who are sacrificing their time just to help others! Take advantage of our meetings while you can!

If you’ve never joined before, here is a little background, we are a group that began in 2022 around Labor Day. Since then, we’ve been meeting as authors, national speakers, writers, and entrepreneurs almost every week. We discuss writing, editing, publishing, marketing, and several other writing topics.

Here are more WBICNWG upcoming Mastermind dates:

On Mar. 1 We’re EXCITED to announce that we are having another “Author Mastermind Panel” event w/a short video on my Not Without God book towards the end! This meeting will also start at 7:30 pm EST. Our Panel members are Jimmy Tuman, Paul Hollis, Mark ‘Coach’ Prasek, Sharon Rose Gibson, & Juliana Gennari Anderson.

We are also very excited to feature Author Scott Tennant (who is also a PR professional!) on Mar. 8 at 7:30 pm EST! Long-time member & friend, Juliana Gennari Anderson, will be hosting this event! We can’t wait!

[Please note: There will be no Mastermind on Feb. 23.]

Don’t miss these exciting upcoming events! Look out for more updates…

Here’s the Zoom mastermind link to join in. It is the same for all events!
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4912540387

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You may hop in late or leave early, again, and you may also leave your camera and mic on or off! We are a very laid-back group and don’t mind at all! Come and learn from the best!!! This is FREE virtual knowledge to help you in your writing career or business! Whether you are a seasoned author, an aspiring author, or an entrepreneur – there are ALWAYS lots of gems at our meetings!

~ALL events are brought to you by the Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group – For seasoned and aspiring writers

CLICK on the link below to learn more about Zina and to visit her website. You may also sign up for regular notifications of upcoming meetings and dates if you are not already on the email list!

Happy Writing!!!

Zina has created the “Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group – For seasoned and aspiring writers”

Short Bio:

She writes on faith, science, and overcoming adversity. Zina also likes to write on health and diet and loves to help others. Her latest book, Not Without God: Hope In the Storm is live and for sale.

She’s been invited to speak at the Harvard Faculty Club’s Business Expert Forum and has designed notwithoutgod.net, a top inspirational blog.

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The Neil Haley Show! 12-30-2022🎉

January 1, 2023January 1, 2023 Zina Hermez

I want to post this interview because this is such a great one! Here we talk about my Not Without God books, writing, and experiences as an author! We also touch on my latest writing group, Writing Because I Can’t Not Write Group – for seasoned and aspiring authors. Click the link to join and learn more! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085121127473

The Neil Haley Show is heard in over 180 countries and has over 3 million listeners a week. The Neil Haley Show is syndicated on 150+ stations.

Neil Haley, the media giant, has featured huge celebrities such as Kirk Cameron, Taye Diggs, famous athletes, and successful entrepreneurs. I was so honored to be a guest on his show. Take a listen I think you’ll enjoy it. :-)

About Zina

Zina Hermez has authored the best-selling book(s), Not Without God: A Story of Survival and Not Without God: Hope In the Storm. She’s been featured in numerous articles, guest posts, podcasts, websites, newsletters, and magazines. She’s also been featured on The Neil Haley (media giant’s) Show, The Intuitive Edge podcast and on ESPN’s ‘Solutions from the Huddle’ broadcast as well as Grace and Truth Radio World!

Zina’s written several hundred articles and has taught thousands of students from all over the world from many different backgrounds and cultures. She’s appeared in Christianity Today, the Suite T blog, and the Southern Writers magazine among many other places.

She writes on faith, science, and overcoming adversity. She also writes on health and diet and loves to help others. Her latest book, Not Without God: Hope In the Storm is live and for sale.

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A Review of The Hollow Man by Paul Hollis!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 Zina Hermez

The Hollow Man is a great action-packed book that pulls you in with its story, dialogue, and vivid images. I always appreciate an author who can write like this. It’s about a dictator who falls ill and then gets assassinated. I am not completely through all of it, but it has already left me on the edge of my seat. It’s one of those books you curl up in bed with and read with a warm cup of coffee. I think this would be great for the big screen.

It’s a page-turner, political, and a fun read. It also made me want to learn Spanish. There are depictions of church images, the scenery of Madrid and Catholic priests. It is all around very interesting. Each chapter is well-connected and leaves you wondering what will happen next. THIS BOOK IS A THRILLER.

I could visualize the explosion, and when something parted like “the red sea.” I love the heroism. It kind of reminded me of the movie Die Hard or an Arnold Schwarzenegger film! I look forward to reading what will happen next and if the protagonist makes it out alive or not.

I am looking forward to the conclusion and know I will not be disappointed. The hero’s task is to watch over the prime minister but then to catch the evil enemy, Chaban, and stop terrorism that will spread and have far-reaching consequences. The hero is on a mission. I look forward to learning whether or not he accomplishes it. This book is a MUST READ.

About Zina

Zina Hermez has authored the best-selling book, Not Without God: A Story of Survival. She’s been featured in numerous articles, guest posts, podcasts, websites, newsletters, and magazines. She’s also been featured on the Intuitive Edge podcast as well as ESPN’s “Solutions from the Huddle” broadcast and on Grace and Truth Radio World! Zina’s written several hundred articles and has taught thousands of students of all ages from many different backgrounds and cultures. She’s appeared in Christianity Today, the Suite T blog, and the Southern Writers magazine among other places. She writes on faith, science, and overcoming adversity. She also writes about health and diet and loves to help others. Her latest book, Not Without God: Hope In the Storm is live and for sale! You can order your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Without-God-Hope-Storm-ebook/dp/B09P9T2DLT

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The Writers that Changed My Life

July 2, 2018 Zina Hermez

I’m excited to be an author now. But I began writing a long time ago. I won my first story contest in the second grade! I’ll never forget it. I won many. My teacher was so happy for me. She comprised a nice booklet with all my stories made of colorful construction paper. It was such an accomplishment!

At sixteen in the hospital I wrote after a bad vehicular accident. Hooked up to machines with a breathing tube down my throat, the first few weeks I had to write. It was the only way to communicate; I couldn’t talk. I still have all my notes of black marker scribbles on white and yellow cutouts.

I kept thick bible-sized journals while I was in college (they’ve since been shredded), and wrote just about every night. Some nights I wrote more than others depending upon what was going on in my life. Several years ago, I sent an email to a writer in west Michigan and asked him for advice.

He directed me to a few conferences, and one of them was the Breathe Conference (https://breatheconference.com/home/)! He also told me I should get involved with an on-line group called Fellowship of Christian Writers. I went through their application process and received a letter of acceptance!

I wrote a heartfelt email to all (800) members, and was promptly responded to by a famous editor! I closely followed his emails and promotional material and learned how to write a book proposal. If you’re interested, there are different formats. I used “Formatting & Submitting Your Manuscript” by Chuck Sambuchino and the Editors of Writer’s Digest Books.

I also took a creative writing course by another one of the on-line group members. Last year, I was a part of a Writer’s Guild and it really helped. I watched live webinars with people like Donald Miller and DiAnn Mills. I had a chance to really study the craft with a wonderful writing coach and other speakers.

The authors who’ve mentored me have really blessed my life! You have to go after your dreams! Life is not meant for you to be complacent. Reach for the unattainable. Achieve what you never thought was possible! I’ve had the honor of sharing my stories with thousands, and I hope to reach millions!

(This article will be featured on the Breathe Writers Conference blog).

About Zina

Zina Hermez authored “Not Without God: A Story of Survival.” Her forthcoming book, “Hope After the Storm” will be a teaching book with a study guide–the second in her II part series. Zina’s stories have been featured in various magazines, guest articles, medical journals, newsletters, and almost 200 of her very own blog posts. As an educator for nearly twenty years, she’s had the privilege of working with thousands of students from different backgrounds and parts of the world. Zina’s goal is to overcome adversity while helping others. Socializing with friends, taking road-trips, listening to music, and networking are among her hobbies. You can follow her on her website at http://www.zinahermez.com for updated posts, or connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

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How to Celebrate HIS Story

August 7, 2016 Zina Hermez

I was sent these questions as a writing prompt from a Writer’s blog: As Christians who write, one aim is to give honor and glory to God. How has God used your story? How has the Holy Spirit inspired and encouraged you? Have you seen the fruit of God’s glory as a result?

When I began my writing journey about five years ago, I had no idea the amount of people it would help. I’ve written since I was a child, and as a teen my audience was myself. I wrote behind closed doors, but with the surge in technology and media we are capable of reaching A LOT more people! I’m sure you’re familiar with the term “platform” if you are a writer. According to Google.com, a platform is a raised level surface on which people can stand. If you are on a raised surface and speaking from a podium more people can see you than if you are at eye level with everyone else.

As a writer, artist, musician, CEO, or salesman you need a platform. Many writers fear they won’t get noticed if they don’t have one. But your platform does not have to be huge. Publishers are still looking for REALLY good writers, that’s why I’m involved in a Writer’s guild and Writer’s group. I work on my writing skills. So…back to my prompt, how has God used my story and encouraged me?! Many of us want to write for God, speak his name, speak of his glories, and the ways he has blessed us.

But God is not concerned with my popularity as much as he is concerned with my friendship. God is not concerned with how many followers I have on Facebook or Twitter. Before I got into this business, I prayed to remain humble no matter what, and to never seek fame in a way that’s destructive. I simply write to help others and share my experiences. I write to motivate, and in turn I am motivated when my writing touches someone’s heart. I celebrate HIS story daily by carrying my cross. And sometimes, it happens to be evident in my stories…

(This post is inspired by an article I submitted to the Breathe Writer’s Conference blog.)

About Zina

Zina Hermez authored the book Not Without God: A Story of Survival and created the Spinal Injury Solutions! website. Zina works as an English as a Second Language Instructor and has been an educator for more than fifteen years. Her thousands of students have been from many parts of the world, and she writes articles on faith and overcoming challenges. Her stories have been featured in Christianity Today, guest posts, newsletters, medical journals and other publications. To learn more about Zina visit http://zinahermez.com

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Happy New Year!

January 1, 2015 Zina Hermez

Today I would like to share some photos with you. The pictures are from book signings, writer’s conferences, and speaking events. I thought this would be a nice way to recap, and prepare for the New Year! These pics may give you a glimpse into my life, and what it is like to be a writer. I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed the moments they were taken.

The gorgeous view from the balcony of my hotel room at a writer’s conference in Las Vegas! When I got to the hotel, it felt surreal.

In CALIFORNIA after another writer’s conference last year in March, enjoying the beautiful scenery!

What an exhilarating time! I shared with my friend Millie’s non-profit group at a speaking engagement in April.

Reading an excerpt from my book, Not Without God at a book-signing sponsored by Beztak Homes last September! So fun!

A special moment with Linda and her daughter, Sara!

The “Not Without God” cake at my book party in November. My sister-in-law shocked me when she walked into the room with this! So awesome!

Happy 2015! Thank you to everyone, I had a great year! I wont forget it. I look forward to our friendship for many years to come.

About Zina

Zina Hermez authored the book Not Without God: A Story of Survival and created the Spinal Cord Injury Solutions! online website. Zina works as an English Language Instructor, and has been an educator for nearly fifteen years. Her thousands of students have been from many parts of the world, and she’s worked with all ages.

Zina writes articles on faith and overcoming disability, and her stories have been featured in Christianity Today, Spinal Cord Injury Zone, SCI Access, newsletters, and medical journals among many other various publications. To learn more about Zina visit http://zinahermez.com.

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Breathe Christian Writers Conference

October 8, 2014 Zina Hermez

Hi everyone,

I’m excited to go to Breathe Christian Writers conference this weekend! I haven’t been to Breathe yet, and I’ve heard great things about it. I love to meet new people, and I will be able meet writers in my home state of Michigan. It will be nice to get some questions answered and exchange information.

I’ve met many writers, but both of the conferences I’ve been to so far were outside of my state. I went to a conference in Las Vegas last year in October, then I went to another conference in Las Angeles earlier this year in March. I will stay closer to home.

I love this time of year – the fall! I look forward to the drive, relaxing, and staying in a nice hotel. It will be a short getaway, only for one night but it should be fun. I’m thinking of it as a gift to myself after a lot of hard work, and I want to celebrate the release of “Not Without God,” my book!

I also registered for a poetry workshop called “Perspectives on Writing and the Poet’s Life” with Matthew Landrum. I’ve been really interested in poetry lately, and I’ve added a poetry section to my blog so I’m looking forward to the workshop.

Have you ever been to a Writers conference before? Did I peak your interest? You can learn a lot about writing, marketing, and speaking there. Let me know if you have any questions about what happens at a Writer’s conference, and I will be happy to answer in the comments.

About Zina

Zina Hermez has authored the book Not Without God: A Story of Survival and has created the Spinal Cord Injury Solutions! on line website. Zina works as an English Language Instructor, and has been an educator for nearly fifteen years her thousands of students have been from many parts of the world and she’s worked with all ages.

Zina writes articles on faith and overcoming disability and her stories have been featured in Christianity Today, Spinal Cord Injury Zone, SCI Access, newsletters, and medical journals among many other various publications. To learn more about Zina visit http://zinahermez.com.