Ink and Impact for Christian Writers | How to Write a Book, Self-Publish, Christian Book, Book Marketing, Nonfiction Book
By Dalene Bickel - Publisher, Book Coach, Ghostwriter
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- Confused about how to write a book?
- Struggling to find time to write?
- Ready to learn a step-by-step process to self-publish like a pro?
Welcome to Ink and Impact, the podcast for Christian writers who want to self-publish their first nonfiction book. I’m your host, Dalene Bickel – a Jesus-loving book coach and founder of Lasting Legacies Publishing.
I’ve worked in the self-publishing industry for 29 years and I’ve written and published more than a dozen nonfiction books for clients (and myself).
What started out as a way to help retirees privately publish their life stories expanded in 2021 when the Lord called me to serve Christian writers.
I believe the Lord is calling Christian writers just like you – writers of all ages, races, and nationalities. Writers who are willing to create quality nonfiction books that offer the light, hope, and truth of Christ to a weary and waiting world.
Books that make a true impact on the world and leave a lasting legacy.
Maybe that resonates with you. Maybe you feel led to write a faith-based business or how-to book, memoir, devotional, or Bible study.
But as a busy business owner, parent of littles, family caregiver (or a combo of all three), your dream of becoming an author might seem out of reach right now.
The reality is that God has given you a message to share right now for a reason.
Here on the podcast, I’ll help you develop a publishing plan, write your manuscript, self-publish your book, and sell more copies no matter how much - or little- time you have.
Join me here each week as I bring you rotating content full of practical information and tangible tips as well as occasional interviews and industry insights, all from a Biblical perspective.
Get ready to:
- Replace distraction with productive action,
- Learn a clear step-by-step process, and
- Communicate your message in a way that attracts readers.
Fire up your computer and brew an extra pot of coffee, friend. It’s time to write your book and make an impact!
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Ep.157 | Create a Writing Routine that Actually Works for You
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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Ep.156 - 7 Truths About Writing a Book
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Mar 12, 2026 |
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Ep.155 | Spotify Will Sell Physical Books - What that Means for Authors
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Feb 06, 2026 |
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Ep. 154 - Are You Prepared? 3 Things That Can Thwart Your Author Goals
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Jan 30, 2026 |
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Ep.153 - Confronting Criticism: 2 Questions Every Author Should Ask Themselves
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Jan 23, 2026 |
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Ep.152 - Have I written enough? Too much? How to know when your manuscript is complete
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Jan 15, 2026 |
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Ep.151 | Discerning the Will of God for Your Book Project
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Jan 08, 2026 |
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Ep.150 | Year in Review and What's to Come - Author Planning
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Jan 01, 2026 |
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Ep.149 | BONUS | Taking Consistent Action for God's Glory with Becca Yager
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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5 Book Marketing Tips for Nonfiction Authors (that don't include Amazon ads)
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Ep.147 | BONUS | Becoming a Writer for God's Glory with Kim Oswalt
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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Ep.146 | Are You Ready to Self-Publish Your Nonfiction Book? 6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Launch
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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Ep.145 | BONUS | Creating a Legacy for God's Glory with Sally Chetwynd
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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Ep.144 | How to Write a Profitable Nonfiction Book
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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Ep.143 | BONUS | Leaning into Community for God's Glory with Kristy Horine
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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Ep.142 | No Time to Write a Book? 3 Solutions for Busy Christian Entrepreneurs
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Oct 23, 2025 |
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Ep.141 | BONUS | How to Use Your Creativity for God's Glory with Holly Beals
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Self-Publishing Success for Nonfiction Christian Writers - Free Masterclass
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Oct 18, 2025 |
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Ep.139 | Ready to Get Your Book Project Off the Back Burner? 3 Tips for Christian Writers
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Oct 16, 2025 |
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138 | Overwhelmed as an Author? Focus on These 2 Things!
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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137 | Struggling to Get Readers? 4 Simple Things You Can Do NOW to Sell More Books!
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Oct 02, 2025 |
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136 | 5 Things You Should NOT Do if You Want to Self-Publish a Book that Sells
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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135 | Hesitant to Build Your Author Brand? 3 Mindset Shifts for Christian Writers
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Sep 18, 2025 |
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Ep.134 | Constantly Distracted? 4 Ways to Get Focused and Write a Book Faster
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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Writing Your First Christian Book? 3 Tips for Beginning Authors | Ep.133
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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2 Strategic Actions You Can Take Now to Make a Bigger Impact with Your Book | Ep.132
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Aug 29, 2025 |
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In a Writing Slump? Do This to Create a Productive Writing Routine | Ep.131
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Aug 21, 2025 |
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3 Ways to Market a Book and Reach More Readers Even Before It's Published | Ep.130
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Aug 14, 2025 |
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How to Write a Book Faster (WITHOUT Generative AI) Ep.129
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Aug 07, 2025 |
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128 | How to Market Your Book without Feeling Salesy or Spammy
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Is Fear of Success Holding You Back? (Ep.127)
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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Your Author Journey - Actions that Lead to Traction (Ep.126)
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Jul 17, 2025 |
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Cultivating Your Message: Maximizing Impact Without Compromising Values (Ep.125)
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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7-Step Framework for Writing a Book with Purpose (Ep.124)
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Jul 03, 2025 |
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How to Find Time to Write Your Book - 4 Strategies Successful Authors Use (Ep.123)
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Jun 26, 2025 |
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Filling Your Tank as an Author: How to Fuel Up to Reach Your Goal (Ep.122)
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Jun 19, 2025 |
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Unlock Your Potential: How to Become a More Confident Author in 5 Steps (Ep.121)
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Jun 12, 2025 |
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3 Common Misconceptions About Writing a Book (Ep.120)
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Jun 05, 2025 |
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How to Improve Your Book Sales ... even before it's published (Ep.119)
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May 29, 2025 |
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Embrace These 3 Traits to Make an Impact as a Christian Writer (Ep.118)
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May 22, 2025 |
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Mastering the Fundamentals to Make Your Book Stand Out (Ep.117)
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May 15, 2025 |
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3 Things Authors Should Do Every Day (Ep.116)
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May 09, 2025 |
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How to Write a Book When You Don't Know Where to Start (Ep.115)
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May 01, 2025 |
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The #1 Thing You Need to Do TODAY to Become a Successful Author
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Apr 24, 2025 |
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Stop Chasing the Bestseller List! The Real Keys to Author Success (Ep.113)
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Apr 19, 2025 |
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Author Marketing Secrets: How to Sell More Books Beyond Amazon (Coaching Call) - Ep.112
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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Goal Setting for Christian Writers - 5 Steps to Write with Purpose and Impact
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Apr 04, 2025 |
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Why Your Author Voice Matters (And How Mine Saved My College Career!)
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Mar 20, 2025 |
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Kick Imposter Syndrome to the Curb - How to Become a Confident Writer (Ep.109)
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Mar 01, 2025 |
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How to Write a Book that Sells (and Readers Recommend) - Ep.108
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Feb 21, 2025 |
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Book Publishing Trends in 2025 - What You Need to Know as an Indie Author (Ep.107)
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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5 Steps to Navigating the Self-Publishing Process (Ep.106)
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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Why Your Book Matters - A Call for Christian Writers (Ep.105)
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Jan 30, 2025 |
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The 3 Best Places to Find an Editor (Ep.104)
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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How to Avoid Burnout as an Indie Author (Ep.103)
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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The Self-Publishing Process: What to Expect (Ep.102)
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Jan 09, 2025 |
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5 Strategic Risks Every Writer Should Take - Risk Taking vs. Resolution Making (Ep.101)
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Jan 02, 2025 |
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Celebrate Your Writing Journey, the New Year, and the 100th Episode of Ink and Impact! (Bonus Episode)
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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12 Tips to Help You Reach Your Writing Goals in the New Year (Ep.99)
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Dec 26, 2024 |
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6 Marketing Considerations for Christian Writers [Part 3 of A Season for Holiness: A Renewal Plan for Writers]
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Dec 20, 2024 |
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6 Ways to Build Your Faith [Part 2 of A Season for Holiness: A Renewal Plan for Writers]
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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6 Essential Habits for Christian Writers [Part 1 of A Season for Holiness: A Renewal Plan for Writers]
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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Want to Self-Publish a Book in 2025? Apply This 5-Step Process (Ep.95)
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Nov 28, 2024 |
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Expand Your Audience: The Power of Audiobooks for Authors with Linda Goldfarb (Ep.94)
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Nov 21, 2024 |
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STOP Doing These 5 Things If You Really Want to Write a Book (Ep.93)
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Nov 14, 2024 |
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What is a CTA ? (And how writers should use it) - Ep.92
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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5 Habits of Successful Authors (Ep.91)
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Oct 31, 2024 |
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Balancing Faith & Book Marketing as a Christian Author with Cathy McIntosh (Ep.90)
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Oct 24, 2024 |
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How (and where) to Get More Book Reviews as an Indie Author (Ep.89)
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Oct 17, 2024 |
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Do You Need a Book Coach? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself (Ep.88)
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Oct 10, 2024 |
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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: The Rundown (Ep.87)
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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7 Effective Self-Editing Techniques (and how to have fun in the process)
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Sep 26, 2024 |
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The 2 Worst Times to Publish a Book as an Indie Author (Ep.85)
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Sep 19, 2024 |
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Called to Write a Book, But Don't Know What to Write? (Ep.84)
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Sep 12, 2024 |
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3 Ways Writers Can Simplify the Book Creation Process (Ep.83)
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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Island Time vs. Deadline - Summer Writing Tips
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Jun 20, 2024 |
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Beyond the Love Story: Romance Writing Tips for Christian Authors with Sara Turnquist
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Jun 06, 2024 |
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How to Stop Procrastinating as a Writer (Ep.80)
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May 23, 2024 |
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How to Write Your Life Story in 4 Steps (Ep.79)
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May 09, 2024 |
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A SIMPLER Way to Write Your Book (and market it, too) - Ep.78
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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3 Types of Writers: Which Type Are You? (Ep.77)
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Apr 11, 2024 |
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5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers (Ep.76)
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Mar 28, 2024 |
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The Risk of Compromise as a Christian Writer (Ep.75)
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Mar 15, 2024 |
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Can You Get Your Self-Published Book into an Indie Christian Bookstore? (Ep.74)
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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The Benefits of Using Personal Experience in Fiction Writing with Becca Wierwille (Ep.73)
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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Cultivating a Christian Author's Mindset (Ep.72)
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Feb 02, 2024 |
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7 Book Marketing Strategies Authors Can Learn from Costco (Ep. 71)
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Jan 19, 2024 |
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What's Your Writing Source? 3 Distinctive Sources for Writers (Ep.70)
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Jan 05, 2024 |
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Are You Ready to RACE into the New Year?
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Dec 21, 2023 |
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Is There Still a Market for Christian Books? (Ep.68)
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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3 Things to Do Now to Self-Publish in 2024 (Ep.67)
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Nov 23, 2023 |
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Should You Hire a Book Coach? (Ep.66)
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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The ONE Thing You Need to Sell More Books (Ep.65)
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Oct 26, 2023 |
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Time to Write Your Book: 5 Strategies to Create a Writing Routine (Ep.64)
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Oct 12, 2023 |
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7 Things to Avoid When Writing Your Life Story (Ep.63)
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Sep 28, 2023 |
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The 4 Ps of Successful Self-Publishing (Ep.62)
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Sep 14, 2023 |
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Yes, You Should Attend the KY Christian Writers Conference - Here's Why (with Gregg Bridgeman, Ep. 61)
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Aug 31, 2023 |
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How to Write a Book that Offers Hope and Makes a Difference with James H. Belt (Ep.60)
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Aug 24, 2023 |
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Self-Check for Writers: 4 Things to Evaluate as You Write Your Book (Ep.59)
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Aug 19, 2023 |
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The Best Ways to Land Media Coverage for Your Self-Published Book with Jason Jones (Ep.58)
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Aug 10, 2023 |
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Book Industry Update: What Authors Need to Know (Ep.57)
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform (Ep.56)
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Jul 27, 2023 |
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How to Start an Author Blog (Ep.55)
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Jul 21, 2023 |
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Build an Effective Author Website in 10 Steps (Ep.54)
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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Is It Time to Publish Your Book? with Rick McKinney (Ep.53)
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Jul 07, 2023 |
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2 Important Things Authors Tend to Dismiss
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Jun 30, 2023 |
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6 Things Every Author Needs (Ep.51)
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Jun 22, 2023 |
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How to Do the Thing (i.e., write your book) with Rebecca George (Ep.50)
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Jun 15, 2023 |
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Are You Comparing More than Sharing? 5 Marketing Strategies for Authors (Ep.49)
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Jun 08, 2023 |
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The Benefits of Starting a Podcast as an Author with Sarah Moffat
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Jun 02, 2023 |
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What Is Your Motivation and Identity as a Writer? (Ep.47)
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May 26, 2023 |
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The Power of Story: Turning Personal Essays into a Published Book with Lori Ann Wood (Ep.46)
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May 18, 2023 |
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A Personal History Snapshot: Autobiography vs. Biography vs. Memoir vs. Genealogy
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May 11, 2023 |
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How to Create an Opt-in Offer (for Nonfiction Writers)
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May 05, 2023 |
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Is Hybrid Publishing Right for You? with Amanda Waters (Ep.43)
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Apr 27, 2023 |
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Christian Book Month & Self-Publishing Income Brackets (Ep.42)
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Apr 21, 2023 |
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Book Marketing Strategies for Backlist Titles (Ep.41)
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Apr 13, 2023 |
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Overcoming Fear as a Writer with Jenn Hand (Ep.40)
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Apr 06, 2023 |
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AI for Writers: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly (Ep.39)
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Mar 31, 2023 |
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An Overlooked Genre: The Why & How of Writing Christian Middle-Grade Fiction with RM Ruiz (Ep.38)
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Mar 23, 2023 |
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What Is Your Vision & Mission as an Author? (Ep.37)
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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5 Time & Mind Management Tips for Writers (Ep.36)
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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Relationship Building for Authors with Naomi Fata (Ep.35)
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Mar 02, 2023 |
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Your Leadership Role as a Writer (Ep.34)
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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Book Cover and Interior Design Considerations (Ep.33)
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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Publishing & Platform Pitfalls (Ep.32)
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Feb 09, 2023 |
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How to Create a Book: 5 Critical Components (Ep.31)
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Feb 02, 2023 |
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Ep.30 - Step Up & Stand Out in the New Year
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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Ep.29 - Do You Struggle to Express Yourself?
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Dec 15, 2022 |
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Ep.28 - Move Your Book Forward with Crowdfunding with Christa Hutchins
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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Ep.27 - Holiday Deadlines, Sales Stats, & Children's Book Publishing
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Dec 01, 2022 |
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Ep.26 - How Thanksgiving Proclamations and A Season for Holiness Apply to Your Writing
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Nov 24, 2022 |
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Ep.25 - Friendsgiving at The Inkwell: Encouragement & Tips for Your Writing Life
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Nov 17, 2022 |
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Ep.24 - Veterans, Interviews, & How It All Relates to Christian Writers
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Nov 10, 2022 |
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Ep.23 - 3 Easy Ways to Become a Generous Writer (and why it matters) with Kent Sanders
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Nov 03, 2022 |
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Ep.22 - Industry Trends for Better Book Marketing
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Oct 27, 2022 |
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Ep.21 - How to Become a Podcast Guest with Kim Stewart
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Oct 20, 2022 |
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Ep.20 - Poetry & Prose: All Writing Should Be Creative Writing with Douglas Bond
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Oct 13, 2022 |
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Ep.19 - A Better Encouragement for Writers with Lindsey Carlson
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Oct 06, 2022 |
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Ep.18 - Authentic Platform Building on Instagram with Ruthie Gray
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Sep 29, 2022 |
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Ep.17 - Industry Update - Should You Write a Book?
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Sep 22, 2022 |
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Ep.16 - Writers, Get Ready! 9 Things to Help You Write, Market, and Withstand the Publishing Journey
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Sep 15, 2022 |
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Ep.15 - 10 Important Tech Tools for Authors
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Sep 08, 2022 |
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Ep.14 - Your Identity and Influence as a Christian Writer
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Sep 01, 2022 |
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Ep.13 - Fall Conferences, Fact Checking, & Book Marketing Tips
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Aug 25, 2022 |
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Ep.12 - How to Create and Distribute a Reader Magnet
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Aug 18, 2022 |
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Ep.11 - How to Magnify God in Your Writing, Regardless of Genre
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Aug 11, 2022 |
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Ep.10 - Character Development and Believable Faith Journeys with Elizabeth Jacobson
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Aug 04, 2022 |
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Ep.9 - Prioritizing, Publishing, & Platform Building with Alicia Greer
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Jul 28, 2022 |
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Ep.8 - Why You Shouldn't Box Yourself in as a Writer with Laura Thomas
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Jul 21, 2022 |
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Ep.7 - 5 Ways to Boost Your Confidence and Unleash Your Productivity
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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Ep.6 - 3 Benefits of Sharing Content Before Your Book is Published
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Jul 07, 2022 |
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Ep.5 - How Your Setting Can Help You Narrow Your Niche with Dawn Klinge
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Jun 30, 2022 |
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Ep.4 - How to Turn Your Difficult Experience into a Powerful Story with David Mike
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Jun 23, 2022 |
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Ep.3 - 7 Ways Writers Can Find Rest with Melanie Redd
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Jun 16, 2022 |
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Ep.2 - Are You Focusing on the Right Thing?
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Jun 09, 2022 |
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Ep.1 - How Do You Define a Christian Book and Author?
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Jun 02, 2022 |
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Welcome to the Ink and Impact Podcast!
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May 24, 2022 |