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Send us a Text Message.I think it’s safe to say that everyone has procrastinated at some point in their lives.But it seems to be a recurring theme among writers.Why is that?I recently had an a-ha moment about this very question that I’m going t
Send us a Text Message.Ready to write your life story but not sure how? On today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I share my 4-step process that will help you get your story out of your head and onto the page, regardless of your age or
Send us a Text Message.If you’re feeling overwhelmed or frustrated when it comes to writing and marketing your book, know that you’re not alone.Every published author I’ve ever met has had to deal with fluctuating emotions, doubts, time constra
Send us a Text Message.At the outset, writing and self-publishing a book sounds straightforward - just write it and upload it to Amazon or whatever online retailer you choose.Easy-peasy, right? 😃Weellll…behind every overarching topic (writing,
Send us a Text Message.In today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I’m going to cover 5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers.As a book coach who serves Christian indie writers throughout their self-publishing journeys, I’ve learned that
Send us a Text Message.Compromise as a Christian writer isn't something many people talk about ... but it's something that can easily creep into our author life if we're not careful.What kinds of things might cause you to compromise? Listen in
Send us a Text Message.You may recall that back in episode 68, I asked, Is There Still a Market for Christian Books?Well, thanks to a recent 41-page 2024 State of Christian Retail report by The Parable Group, I can conclusively say YES there is
Send us a Text Message.I recently had the honor of interviewing Becca Wierwille, author of the middle grade novel, Road Trip Rescue. On today's episode, we address how to incorporate your own experience into a fictional story ... and why it ma
Send us a Text Message.How is your writing coming along? How about your marketing? Are they going as well as you had hoped they would at the beginning of the year?If not, know you're not alone. New habits can be difficult to establish, and mind
Send us a Text Message.Regardless of whether or not you like Costco, the 7 strategies I'm going to share with you today can help you reach - and retain - your readers. Book marketing, after all, is all about serving your readers.This is one of
Send us a Text Message.Creating content out of thin air is never a great idea. What's the source of YOUR writing? Listen to today's episode to discover three distinct yet unified sources you can use right away to become a better writer!Resource
Send us a Text Message.If you're like me, you might be eagerly anticipating the new year on one hand, but also hesitant about it on the other hand.In today's episode, I share how to prepare for 2024 as Christian writers and authors, and that re
Send us a Text Message.With so many U.S. Christian bookstores that have gone out of business over the last ten years, is there still a market for Christian books? And if so, what can indie authors do to reach that market and sell more books?Tha
Send us a Text Message.Happy Thanksgiving, fellow writer! Just like Thanksgiving dinner, there are a multitude of moving parts associated with self-publishing. To ensure that the book gets done on time AND that it satiates your hungry readers'
Send us a Text Message.Remember how the saying used to be, “There’s an app for that”? Well, today there seems to be a coach for everything, too. A quick online search reveals dozens if not hundreds of different types of coaches: life coaches, b
Send us a Text Message.In the last episode, I shared how you can find time to write your book. Today, I’m going to share the ONE thing you need to sell more of that book.As I’ve mentioned before, we need to market our books at all stages of the
Send us a Text Message.One of the biggest challenges I hear from writers is a variation of time:There’s no time to write in my crazy busy life.It takes too long to grow a platform.There’s not enough time to juggle everything you’re supposed to
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, your host Dalene Bickel shares 7 Things to Avoid When Writing Your Life Story (or memoir, or autobiography).When you follow these guidelines, your story will attract readers rather than repel them. Someti
Send us a Text Message.Did you know that while booksellers are buying about 250 to 300 titles a month (if they're a large seller), there are almost 1 million new, traditionally published books and, on top of that, 2-3 million self-published boo
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, you'll learn not only about the Kentucky Christian Writers Conference and why you should attend, but special guest Gregg Bridgeman also shares some excellent tips for how to best prepare for a conference
Send us a Text Message.You have a message to share. But how you can do it in a way that offers hope and makes a difference in the lives of your readers?Today's guest, author James H. Belt III, joins me and shares the approach he took to do this
Send us a Text Message.On today's episode, Dalene Bickel shares a self-check for writers: four things you should consider throughout every stage of your writing life, not just when you’re embarking on a new project or entering a new calendar y
Send us a Text Message.Do you want to get word out about your self-published book? If so, you'll want to land media coverage in outlets such as newspapers, podcasts, radio, and television.But getting those coveted interview spots isn't always e
Send us a Text Message.Whew - I cover a lot of important info in today's book industry update!Tune in to learn about:Recent Christian Bookstore Sales Data, Foreign Market Opportunities, KDP Changes, The New Book Rating System in Texas I'd love
Send us a Text Message.Today's episode concludes the Author Summer School series by sharing 6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform.Whether you're just starting out as a writer or are already an established author, this ep
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