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Are you writing based on popular opinion or by God’s design? Today’s guest shares tips to help you write based on your uniqueness.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to write the Way God Designed You to write.
My industry expert is Heather Greer. Heather is a multi-published author, including three Selah Award finalists. In her fiction writing, Heather creates characters who live their faith, one story at a time. In addition to fiction, Heather writes and speaks to encourage authors to write with passion, equipped to experience the success God has for them. Her latest book, You Write You: Freedom for the God-designed Writer in You, is available where books are sold.
How to Write the Way God Designed You to Write
1. What does finding freedom for the God-created writer in you mean?
2. If a writer’s personality traits and circumstances don’t fit or work well with the current writing styles, tools, and rules, does that mean they are destined to fail?
3. Does this mean writers are free to toss out any ideas, tools, or methods they don’t like and still write well?
You can learn more about Heather below.
Heather Greer Website
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Are you ready to act as your own developmental editor to ensure your story is cohesive, engaging, and effective? Today’s guest has tips for fiction and nonfiction writers.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to Dress Up Your Story with Tips and Tricks from a Developmental Editor for Fiction and Nonfiction.
My guest today is Stephanie Miller. Stephanie is a certified Spiritual Growth and Writing Coach, a two-time international best-selling author, and the founder of Butterfly Beginnings Coaching. Through coaching, editing, and workshops, she helps faith-filled writers overcome fear, find their voice, and transform their writing. Stephanie empowers authors to confidently pursue their God-given calling.
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Developmental Self-editing for BOTH Fiction and Nonfiction
The WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, WHY, HOW of writing fiction and nonfiction, and how it relates to dressing up and picking out clothes from your closet.
FICTION:
Writing your story is like picking your outfit
Know WHERE you're going (genre and audience expectations)
Know WHAT you need to include
Know WHY you are including content (plot-driven or character-driven).
Know HOW to accessorize wisely. (dialogue, backstory, rich sensory detail, etc...)
NONFICTION:
Writing your story is like picking your outfit
Know WHERE you're going (identify your clear theme and main points)
Know WHO is going to be there (your audience, what do they need to hear?) Think about the type of people who will resonate most with your message.
Know WHY you are including content (inform, inspire, entertain).
Know HOW you're going to get there (describe the journey).
Listener giveaway- Description of the Book Sketch/Transformation Tale (Hero’s journey) www.butterfly-beginnings.com/booksketch
LINKS
www.butterfly-beginnings.com
https://liveandwritetransformed.substack.com
www.instagram.com/stephaniemillercoach
www.facebook.com/stephaniemillercoach
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How effective is your brainstorming? Today’s guest shares tips to help you tap into your creativity by brainstorming banana peels.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn the Value of Brainstorming for Writers.
My industry expert is Marci Seither. Marci started her writing adventure after her family-humor article was printed in their small-town paper. She has written hundreds of newspaper articles and articles for Focus on the Family, Guideposts, and WORLD magazine. She is a speaker and author of four books.
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Value of Brainstorming for Writers series - Part One: To Connect with Readers
This is a Free resource on Brainstorming Banana Peels
Check out Marci's website to receive your copy of the Southern Christian Writer Magazine
You can find out more about Marci Seither below.
Marci Seither website
Marci Seither on Facebook
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Marci Seither on Amazon
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Are emotions like jealousy and envy stealing your contentment in God’s plan?
As Christian writers and speakers, we are not immune to emotions gone wild. It’s time to embrace a more satisfying life.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to deal with Jealousy, Envy, and impostor syndrome.
Say hello to my industry expert, Jane Daly. Jane is addicted to coffee, purple pens, and her husband, not necessarily in that order. A self-proclaimed introvert, she enjoys the solitude of riding shotgun in Rigsby, her 37-foot motor home. But when they pull into a new campground, her favorite thing is to make new friends and find hangouts featuring local musicians. Her fantasy involves writing lyrics for country music songs and listening to them on the radio. In the meantime, she’ll stick to writing novels and seeing as much of the country as possible.
Linda - Alright, let’s embrace some soul care today—Dealing with Jealousy, Envy, and Imposter Syndrome.
Why is jealousy so harmful to us as writers?
How does imposter syndrome keep us from God’s best?
What impact does the envy of other writers have on us?
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https://www.facebook.com/janedalyspeakerandauthor
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https://www.instagram.com/thejanesdaly/
Where Is My Sister book
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Writing for Middle Grade isn’t as easy as you might think. Today’s guest shares her top five tips to help you be successful.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about … Top Five Tips for Writing Successful Middle Grade books.
My industry expert is Taryn Souders. Taryn’s middle grade novels have been named to over 25 state award lists. Her book, Coop Knows the Scoop, was a 2021 Edgar Award nominee for Best Juvenile mystery novel and a Maud Hart Lovelace Honor book. The Mystery of the Radcliffe Riddle won the Florida Book Award and was both an Agatha Award and an Anthony Award nominee.
Alright, let’s head into our content for today.
Top Five Tips for Writing Successful Middle Grade:
KNOW your audience! Don’t have a bad-looking cover. Don’t preach. You HAVE to have high stakes and tension.Study dialogue.Taryn Souder's new book is releasing in January 2026. It's called SECRETS OF THE BROKEN HOUSE (Sourcebooks Young Readers)
You can find out more about Taryn below
Website: www.tarynsouders.com
X : https://x.com/TarynSouders
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taryn.souders
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taryn_souders/
Books Taryn recommends:
-The Fort by Gordon Korman
-The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo
-Wild Robot by Peter Brown.
Linda suggests any book by Taryn Souders!
The Mystery of the Radcliffe Riddle
Coop Knows the Scoop
How to (Almost) Ruin Your Summer
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Info on the 2025 FCWC
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Writing conflict into stories is essential for producing a successful book. Stay tuned. Today’s guest will provide tips for creating effective conflicts for your characters.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in.
During this fourth episode of the Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you’ll learn how to write effective conflict.
My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, the Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol Award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.
DiAnn explains the following tips to improve the effectiveness of conflict when you write fiction. These tips also help with writing nonfiction.
What creates more conflict?
Incorrect understanding of what is going on.The character doesn’t have all the information.The character is being lied to or deceived.The character isn’t sure he/she is making the right decision.For your copy of Diann’s Characterization Sketch, email [email protected]
Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part One
Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part Two
Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part Three
Learn more about Diann Mills below.
- diannmills.com
- facebook.com/diannmills
- x.com/diannmills
- diannmills.com/articles
- bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills
- instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/
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If you've ever thought about becoming a published author, today’s episode will dispel some myths you might believe to be true.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about several Publishing Myths that hold you back from becoming a successful author.
My industry expert is… W. Terry Whalin. Terry understands both sides of the editorial desk--as an editor and a writer. He worked as a magazine editor whose work has appeared in more than 50 publications. A former book acquisitions editor for several publishers and a former literary agent, Terry is an acquisitions editor at Morgan James Publishing. He has written more than 60 books through traditional publishers, covering a wide range of topics, from children’s books to biographies and co-authored works. Over 20 years ago, Terry wrote a diet book in eleven days called First Place by Carole Lewis, which has sold over 100,000 copies. Terry’s newest book is 10 Publishing Myths, Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed (Morgan James Publishing).
We cover several myths found in Terry's book during today's episode. You can get your physical copy for only $10 (includes shipping), plus this special comes with over $200 worth of free bonuses. Get Terry's special offer at publishingoffer.com
Check out the 11th Myth here for your free chapter - https://Terrylinks.com/11thmyth
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During this third episode of the Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you’ll learn How to Work Smart in Your Writing Career.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in.
My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.
Here are today's 11 Ways to Work Smart in Your Writing Career
You also get a bonus download - 11 More Ways to Work Smart in Your Writing Career
Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part One
Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer Part Two
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You can find out more about … in our show notes as well.
- diannmills.com
- facebook.com/diannmills
- x.com/diannmills
- diannmills.com/articles
- bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills
- instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/
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Are you prepared to take the podcasting world by storm? Today’s guest shares tips to help you become the guest that podcasters can’t wait to interview.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to Be A Writer Podcasters Love to Interview.
My industry expert is… Shelly Snead. She is a writer, an award-winning blogger, and host of UnPerfect, a podcast for Christian Women who desire to fully live the lives they’ve been dealt. She’s been miraculously married for 29 years and is “mom” to four kids, a beautiful daughter-in-law, and a spoiled mutt she rescued in a weak moment.
How to Be A Writer Podcasters Love to Interview
Talking Points:
1. What is the first step a writer should take before requesting an interview on a specific podcast?
a. Study the Podcast you are asking to be interviewed for.
b. (Discussion of how a writer can know if they are a good fit for a podcast).
2. How should a writer adjust their mindset when preparing for a podcast interview?
a. Focus on serving rather than promoting.
b. (most important tip - requires a mindset shift, discussion of why it’s not really about your “book”)
3. How can a writer assist the podcast host in preparing for the interview?
a. Provide a list of suggested questions for your topic or a subtopic of your book.
b. (discussion of a press release, suggested topics, even ways that fiction writers can land interviews)
Downloadable Giveaway - https://shellysnead.com/yourbestwritinglife/
You can find out more about Shelly in our show notes.
www.shellysnead.com (website)
https://shellysnead.substack.com/subscribe
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As a Christian writer, strong listening skills can enhance readers' enjoyment.
Stay tuned. Today’s guest will share three ways to boost your writing-related listening skills.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in.
During this part two episode of Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series, you’ll learn How Listening Makes Us Better Writers.
My industry expert is DiAnn Mills. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won two Christy Awards, Golden Scroll, and Selah awards, and was a finalist in the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn teaches writing all over the country.
Three ways to increase your writerly listening skills:
1. Listen with your whole body and mind. Shut out the rest of the world and concentrate on the audible voice.
2. Listen with empathy. Put yourself in the speaker’s shoes. What differences will this audible contribution make in your writing?
3. Listen with purpose. A writer aims to put themselves aside and write as the character.
Download DiAnn's How Listening Makes Us Better Writers PDF
You can find out more about DiAnn Mills in our show notes.
- diannmills.com
- facebook.com/diannmills
- x.com/diannmills
- diannmills.com/articles
- bookbub.com/authors/diann-mills
- instagram.com/diannmillsauthor/
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Boost book sales through Amazon. In this encore episode, Linda Goldfarb and Vincent B. Davis II share what you need to know to increase sales as a multibook author.
Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II. Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran. He is a graduate of East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become international bestsellers. When he's not researching or writing his next book, you can find him watching Carolina Panthers football or playing with his rescued mutt, Buddy.
The questions Linda and Vincent cover in today's episode are:
1. How to optimize your front and back matter.
2. Getting beyond Option Paralysis
3. Number one way to sell more books R & R
4. The statistical benefit of writing more books.
5. Tools outside Amazon to augment Amazon sales.
6. Traffic + Conversion = $$$
LINKS
Vincent B. Davis II
Amazon Strategies for Advanced Writers PDF download
Pickfu.com
Ask Vincent about coaching - include YBWL in the subject line and request $100 off. email [email protected]Visit Your Best Writing Life website.
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Need help with Amazon optimization? Amazon marketing expert Vincent B. Davis II shares what you need to succeed in this encore episode as a Christian writer.
Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II. Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran. He graduated from East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become international bestsellers. When he's not researching or writing his next book, you can find him watching Carolina Panthers football or playing with his rescued mutt, Buddy.
The questions Linda and Vincent cover in today's encore episode are:1. Why choose to sell exclusively on Amazon?
2. What are two considerations we must know about Amazon marketing?
3. What milestones should authors try to hit after launching a book on Amazon?
4. How do authors engage with Amazon algorithms to sell books?
5. What types of books typically succeed on Amazon with your marketing tactics?
LINKS
Vincent B. Davis II
Amazon Strategies for Beginning Writers PDF download
Ask Vincent about coaching - include YBWL in the subject line and request $100 off.Visit Your Best Writing Life website.
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In today’s encore episode, you will learn how to write more deeply while giving your reader a shorter study time.
Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Kathy Howard. Kathy is a treasure hunter. She hunts for the creamiest chocolate and richest coffee. She searches for cherished stories of faith that still impact hearts. And, she digs deep into God’s Word, mining His eternal truths for herself and to share with others. With more than 30 years of experience, Kathy has taught in dozens of states, internationally, and in various venues, including multi-church conferences and large online events.
She has a Master's degree in Christian Education and a certificate in Women’s Ministry from the Canadian Baptist Theological Seminary. She is the author of 12 books, including five Bible studies and the Deep Rooted devotional series. She also serves on the LifeWay Women’s Ministry Training Team. Kathy and her husband live near family in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. They have three married children, six grandchildren, and one accidental dog. Kathy provides free discipleship resources and blogs regularly at www.KathyHoward.org.
Discover what a hybrid devotional study is and how you can begin writing meaty devotionals without breaking the time bank.
LINKS
Kathy Howard
How to Write a Deep Devotional PDF free download
Kathy Howard's BooksVisit Your Best Writing Life website.
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What you don't know about Public Relations as writers could be crushing your reputation. Linda Goldfarb and Julie Bonn Blank share top PR tips in today's encore episode.
Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Julie Bonn Blank. When Julie is not writing, she designs websites, works at ARMS/Abuse Recovery Ministry Services, and loves to walk the beach. She is a Certified Domestic Abuse Advocate in Oregon and an expert in domestic violence. She facilitates the Washington County Survivor Voices Committee and provides training in abuse and on many marketing and writing topics. She also facilitates an online encouragement, prayer, and critique group, North Coast Christian Writers.PR Secrets and Slam Dunks for Writers
What exactly is Public RelationsAt what level of writing should one consider PRWhat is more valuable online or printable PRTraditional PR – advertising, direct mail, 7 times before people move on itOnline PR – reviews, ads, reputation management – Events, Webinars, (promo spread sheet)budget-sensitive tips writers can take for a DIY form of PRWork with your marketing teamWebinarsHaro – help a reporter out – free email list – sign up as an expertPodcasts – for authors - podcastguests.com News Media outlets – local news – books – press release – connect with reports (send thank you cards)Variety of topics – find celebrities – send your book to them – thank-you card – contactanycelebrity.comPartnerships – work too (nonprofits $$ or % goes to them)
What is your most important PR tip for writers.Not sales necessarily – connectionsEmail list most important – storyorigin.com booksweeps.com – active audience Speaking opportunities – build them -
LINKS
Julie Bonn Blank
Abuse Recovery Ministries
Julie's Freebie - A short 2-story ebook, “Innocent Journeys"
Innocent Lives: Guardians of Grace Book 1
Innocent Voices: Guardians of Grace Book 2Visit Your Best Writing Life website.
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Would you like your novel to impact lives like an award-winning movie?
In today's encore episode, Deborah Raney shares her top movie techniques to help you do that!
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this encore episode, you’ll learn how to write your book with a movie in mind.
Linda's industry expert is Deborah Raney - Deb’s first novel, A Vow to Cherish, inspired an award-winning film from World Wide Pictures. Deborah teaches at writers’ conferences across the country, including Blue Ridge, and she served on the executive board of the 2500-member American Christian Fiction Writers organization for almost 18 years. Deb has written over forty books for imprints of Random House, Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins, and others and is thoroughly enjoying her career as a novelist. However, her first and most cherished calling is wife, mom, and “Mimi.” Native Kansans, Deb and her husband are transplants to Southeast Missouri, where seven of their thirteen grandkids live.
Deborah shares:
The premise of her book, A Vow to Cherish, and how it became an award-winning movie! What did having a movie made from your novel teach you about writing?Share some movie techniques to help us bring our novels to life.How does writing cinematically teach us to Show, don’t tell?LINKS
Deborah Raney
How to Bring Life to Your Novel by Writing Cinematically the book
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Have you ever felt guilty about not meeting your writing goals or wondered if they need a check-up?
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn what to do When Writing Goals Need a Re-Set.
My industry expert is…Penny Reeve.
Penny is a writer, children’s literature scholar, and speaker. She’s also the award-winning Australian author of more than 25 books for children. Writing as Penny Reeve, Penny Jaye, and Ella Shine, she writes picture books, junior fiction, children’s Bible studies, and young adult fiction. She is an experienced writing teacher with a particular interest in equipping Christian children’s writers. Learn more about Penny at www.pennyreeve.com
· Goals are important for writers, but how do we know if our goals need a check-up?
· How to start a writing goal re-set: revisit the old and consider the new.
· Be real about the rest of your life and then choose one to add, pause, delete, or restructure your writing goals.
Listener giveaway –Penny is generously offering a downloadable Writing Goals Check-Up! A resource specifically designed to help writers – just like you – to work and conduct a goals check-up of your own.
Check out Penny’s novel, Out of the Cages, a novel that took eleven years and eleven rejections before it found its way to publication and won awards, proof that re-setting goals can be a useful strategy for writers playing the long game.
· www.pennyreeve.com
o Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pennyreevethepennydrops
o Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pennyreevethepennydrops/
o YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PennyReeveauthor
Book links for Penny’s 3 author names:
o Penny Reeve: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Penny-Reeve/author/B0034NJ9D4
o Penny Jaye: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Penny-Jaye/author/B07NCXW6GQ
o Ella Shine: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ella-Shine/author/B08KCTYJYF
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When you prioritize these four goals, you will maximize your monthly output! Today’s guest offers solutions to get you started.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn Four Goals You Should Prioritize to Maximize Your Monthly Writing.
My industry expert is…Tina Yeager - Award-winning author, speaker, and life coach Tina Yeager hosts the Flourish-Meant Podcast and Flourish Today radio show on Christian Mix 106 and publishes Inkspirations Online, a weekly writers’ devotional. She has been licensed as a counselor since 2005. For holistic emotional wellness coaching, prayer-led creative journey mapping, purpose coaching, or event speaking, contact her at [email protected].
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Four Goals We Should Prioritize to Maximize Our Month.
For your personal reset this month, here are four goals to restore your personal growth strategy and begin your journey to the best year ever.
1. Start each day by praying through a passage of scripture with thankfulness and worship, meditating upon a specific name of God.
2. Plan your intake. Nourish your brain, body, and spirit by what you choose to put into them. Set your food and beverages up before you get hungry.
3. Draft policy statements for your interactions with others. Set standards for how you will respond to and treat people to act as guard rails.
4. Prayerfully identify and execute short-term SMART goals. The Lord might reveal a long-range vision. If so, make sure all your short-term monthly goals support it.
Take a step in the next 24 hrs that commits you to the first objective of this month’s goal.
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Are your devotions effective?
Writing devotions that change lives is what Cindy Sproles helps us understand better in this encore episode of Your Best Writing Life.
Cindy Sproles is the cofounder of Christian Devotions Ministries and the cowriter of the popular He Said, She Said Devotions written with her cofounder, Eddie Jones. As a teacher and speaker for Christian Writers Conferences, Cindy teaches writing skills and how to write, placing God in the forefront. She is a contributing author to CBN.com and is the Executive Editor for www.christiandevotions.us, and a freelance editor for Ironstream Media. Cindy is the director of the Asheville Christian Writers Conference, held each February at the Cove, the Billy Graham Training Center, Asheville, NC. She is the mother of four adult sons and lives in the mountains of East Tennessee with her husband. Cindy can be contacted at www.cindysproles.com or by emailing [email protected].
In this encore best-of episode, Linda and Cindy Sproles discuss the concepts many preachers use to prepare their sermons: Hook, Book, Look, and Take.
Find out how asking questions in your devotion can lose readers.
Everyone shares stories, but the reason telling a story in devotion is so important may surprise you.Learn how to perfect your devotion by submitting it online to Christian Devotions.
Cindy SprolesSubmit your devotion to Christian Devotions dot usDownload your Hook, Book, Look, and Took PDF
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Have you ever thought about writing a children’s book or wondered what it takes to write for younger readers?
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn Busting the Myths about Writing for Children.My industry expert is…Penny Reeve.
Penny is a writer, children’s literature scholar, and speaker. She’s also the award-winning Australian author of more than 25 books for children. Writing as Penny Reeve, Penny Jaye, and Ella Shine, she writes picture books, junior fiction, children’s Bible studies, and young adult fiction. She is an experienced writing teacher and speaker with a particular interest in equipping Christian children’s writers.
Busting the Myths About Writing for Children· Myth #1 – Writing for children is easy.
· Myth #2 – Writing for children isn’t real writing.
· Myth #3 – Writing for children isn’t as important as writing for adults.
Listener giveaway – although Penny has spoken about writing for all ages, if you are considering writing a picture book, Penny is generously offering this episode’s listeners a downloadable Tip Sheet of Picture Book Basics!
· Penny’s children’s novel Camp Max explores themes of faith, friendship, and generosity for children aged 7 to 10.· For more tips and tricks about writing for children, visit Penny’s YouTube channel for her ‘How to be a children’s author’ playlist. Plus, free writing activity videos for children!
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o YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PennyReeveauthor
· Book links for Penny Reeve's three author names:
o https://www.amazon.com/stores/Penny-Reeve/author/B0034NJ9D4
o https://www.amazon.com/stores/Penny-Jaye/author/B07NCXW6GQ
o https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ella-Shine/author/B08KCTYJYF
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Are you struggling to get your writing started? Award-winning author Lori Hatcher shares five tips to help us increase our writing output.
Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn Five Tips to Increase Your Writing Productivity.My industry expert is Lori Hatcher. Lori inspires and equips others by sharing high-impact stories for spiritual transformation. A popular women’s ministry speaker and writing/speaking instructor, Lori is an Advanced Communicator Gold and Advanced Leader Bronze with Toastmasters International. She writes for Our Daily Bread, Guideposts, Revive Our Hearts, and Crosswalk.com.
Lori, welcome to Your Best Writing Life!
Five Tips to Increase Your Writing ProductivityTip one – Write in order of priorities, not preferences. Release the tyranny of the urgent: at the end of the day, what is most important for me to accomplish today?
Tip two – Use the four-bucket method, with either hard copies or digital folders. Notes app for iOS:
Bucket of ideas: choose the one that resonates.Bucket of first drafts: write 500 words or one timer’s worth (check this bucket first).Bucket of ready-to-edit: a complete piece (go to this second).Bucket of ready-to-submit: a go-to list of places to submit or in your book manuscript.Tip three: Use the Pomodoro method, intentionally moving up and down. Work for 25 minutes, then take 5 minutes off. Write in sprints (or more, perhaps 55 minutes on, followed by a 15-minute mental break during which you change locations and physical positions).
Tip four: Create a page or word count goal for each chapter or element to ensure cohesiveness. This will also help you write tightly.
Tip five: Pray before you write. God knows the words we need. Pray while you write, and pray after you write. Make time with God a top priority and release your work to Him. He always accomplishes what we need to do. Ask Him to give us His heart for our writing readers.
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A WORD FOR YOUR DAY: 66 DEVOTIONS TO REFRESH YOUR MIND, from Our Daily Bread PublishingLORIHATCHER.COM
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