Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres

In this episode, we dive into a crucial step in the writing process - gathering your writing materials. Shelley talks about the value of exploring various sources to help you lay a strong foundation for your books.   Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here . Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get you...

"Yet you are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel." - Psalm 22:3 (NLT) "But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel." - Psalm 22:3 (KJV) The Hebrew word for "inhabitest" is yawshab which means "to sit" The thought here is that God dwells and reveals Himself where His people praise Him One Japanese translation of this verse reads, "When God's people praise Him, He brings a b...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative power of prayer so that God can use your words to impact lives for eternity. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/prayer/   Praying for Ideas Inspired by God Today, we talk about the transformative power of inviting God into...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative power of prayer so that God can use your words to impact lives for eternity. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/prayer/ The Power of Building Your Team As authors, it's easy to fall into the trap of doing everything on our own,...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative power of prayer so that God can use your words to impact lives for eternity. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/prayer/   Overcoming Fear of Rejection In today's episode, we delve into a topic that every author can relate to: t...

How will you know and discover your target audience? In this episode, our special guest, Anne Watson, talks about the importance of knowing your audience and how you can help them through your own medium of communication. Anne Watson is a business strategy coach and the host of the Swayology podcast. She helps coaches and communicators think like a business so they can inspire like a boss by getti...

Why? 3 Possible Reasons We Experience Spiritual & Writing Drought 1.) We disobey God…An example from the Israelites – Deuteronomy 28:22-23 – "The Lord will strike you with wasting diseases, fever, and inflammation, with scorching heat and drought, and with blight and mildew. These disasters will pursue you until you die. The skies above will be as unyielding as bronze, and the earth beneath will b...

Are you experiencing a slump in your book sales this season? Don't get discouraged and don't panic because you are not alone in this battle. In this episode, Shelley talks about the importance of having a community and accountability to help you during this season.   Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reac...

When you publish your Kindle book to Amazon, you get an option to enroll your book in the KDP Select Program. In this episode, Shelley breaks down the advantages and downsides of enrolling your book in KDP Select. Promote Your Book Successfully with a 99 Cent Sale Join our 99 Cent Book Launch Workshop on June 22nd where you will learn and get all the tools and resources you need to successfully la...

Whether you're writing your first draft or you're already on your way to publish and market your books, it's important to remember that we are called to be stewards of the gifts God has given us. Remember, when you answer the call to write, God can unlock words for you to share with the message He has placed within you. Unlock Your Writing Now Do you want to see what God will do as you show up and...

Join CJ in this Mentoring Moment as we focus on the word "Retreat."  A couple meanings of the word retreat include, "A place of privacy or safety; refuge." "A period of group withdrawal for prayer, meditation, study, or instruction." In Mark 6:30-32 (NIV) we read these words of Jesus, "The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people...

Have you experienced pitching on podcasts and weren't able to get any yeses? Don't worry, it happens to the best of us. But what do you do if that happens? Listen to this episode to find out. Kim Stewart is a book marketing coach and host of the Book Marketing Mania podcast. She helps Christian nonfiction authors build their platforms and market their books on podcasts. When she's not strategizing...

As writers, we often have seasons of acceleration: doing a lot of behind-the scenes and preparation, and we need to rest.  In this episode, Shelley discusses the importance of rest in the writing process and knowing when it is the right time to rise again.    Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/     Get Unstuck in Your Writing Do you feel s...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/   1 Kings 19:1-9 Elijah has just been used by the...

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/   Launching a book can be quite overwhelming, esp...

Whether you're currently in the early stages of writing your book or in the final phase of your draft, it's important to know how to properly format your book.  In this episode, Shelley walks you through the process of book formatting and discusses the proper way to use formatting tools as you write your book.  Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know whe...

Having a Christian Writing Coach could be beneficial for you to take your writing to the next level. They will help you improve your skills while keeping an eye to share your story for God's glory. But how do you find one? Listen to this episode to learn more. Get Coaching from CJ and Shelley Hitz If you're looking for a Christian Writing Coach, we can help! Christian Book Academy is our online me...

Publishing a new edition of your book can be challenging, but it is also highly rewarding. It can breathe new life into a book that may already have its moment along with other benefits as well. In this episode, Shelley Hitz and Shae Bynes talk about Shae's bestselling book, Grace Over Grind, and the process of publishing a new edition of her book.   Shae Bynes is a passionate storyteller, mentor,...

In the stories of Sarah, Rebekah, Hannah, and Mary we see what was "inconceivable" become conceivable. Each of these women conceived against all odds. Each required God's supernatural intervention in order to conceive and give birth to a child. This is the same God who supernaturally touches the empty places in our lives in order to conceive something that blesses the world. Our books will bless t...

I'm letting you in on a secret: there's an effective way to grow your audience using the power of collaborations with other authors. What exactly is a solo email swap and how can it help you reach more potential readers and followers? Listen to this episode to find out more.   Solo Email Swap Toolkit Are you looking to grow your author platform fast with a proven and effective strategy to get the...

Did you know that you can easily grow your audience and increase your engagement by including a free lead magnet in your book? Absolutely! In this episode, Shelley talks about 3 reasons to do this and how you, as an author, will be able to expand your reach to a wider audience while saving you a ton of time and money. Kingdom Writers Conference Email Marketing edition Do you want to connect with t...

If you're in the process of writing or publishing a book, you already know how much hard work and dedication it takes to bring your God-given dream to life. However, the reality is that writing your book is just half of the battle. You also want to have an audience of readers who are ready and eager to buy your book. In this episode, we talk about what it means to have your own author platform and...

In Matthew 2, we read about some "wisemen" who traveled from the East to bring gifts along with their worship of this newborn King of the Jews. Scholars believe they came from Babylon (modern day Baghdad, Iraq) or perhaps Persia (modern day Iran). In either case, they would have traveled 900-1200 miles by camel and arrived when Jesus was anywhere from 6 months to 2 years old. You can imagine how e...

Did you know that podcasting is one of the most effective ways to help you grow your audience and sell more books? In this episode, we are joined by Eric Nevins as we talk about podcasting for authors and why you should consider it. If you are one of the many authors who wants to explore podcasting this year, this one's for you. About Eric Nevins As an experienced podcaster, Eric Nevins has worked...