CJ and Shelley Hitz: Writing Mentor, Author Coach, Christian Writers
Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres
Welcome to Kingdom Writers where CJ and Shelley Hitz help you take a step of faith to finally finish your book. This podcast is filled with spiritual encouragement as well as prayers to help you overcome the resistance you face as a writer. Your story matters! We believe that you have a specific role to play in the kingdom of heaven to impact lives for eternity. And because of this, we will pour out our lives encouraging writers like you to not only tell your stories but to take the courageous step of self-publishing your stories in books that will outlive you and leave behind a powerful legac...
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Jul 1, 2026
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Mindset is Critical - Writing Affirmations 01.11.2015 15:17
Welcome to Writing Week - my FREE 7-day nonfiction writing challenge. I know that self-doubt, fear, and self-sabatoge are some of the biggest obstacles we face as writers. We all struggle with this at times. That's why I believe this day of the challenge is so crucial to your long term success. With the help of my husband CJ, we wrote 72 affirmations for writers. There are 45 general affirmations...
The Pomodoro Technique 31.10.2015 10:38
Welcome to Writing Week - my FREE 7-day nonfiction writing challenge. Before creating this challenge, I read a lot of books and did quite a bit of research on what works best for productive writers. Notice, I didn't say speed writers, but productive writers. One of the goals of this challenge is to help you write more words by developing a writing habit. But, this doesn't necessarily mean you're g...
Setting Writing Goals 30.10.2015 7:49
Welcome to Writing Week - my FREE 7-day nonfiction writing challenge. Day three is about setting writing goals. The goal of this 7-day challenge is not to finish writing a book (although some of you may do just that), but to help you get in the habit of writing every day. My hope is you will create a writing habit that will last far beyond these seven days. But, don't be afraid to start small and...
There's Power in Scheduling Your Writing 29.10.2015 9:04
Welcome to Writing Week - my FREE 7-day nonfiction writing challenge. Day two is about scheduling your writing sessions. You know it's true – if it's on the calendar, it happens. However, when we say we'd like to get some writing done sometime this week, it usually does not happen. Let's get some writing DONE! Download my 30-day writing calendar (PDF) here: www.writingweek.com This episode is spon...
Track Your Writing 28.10.2015 9:56
Welcome to Writing Week - my FREE 7-day nonfiction writing challenge. Day one is all about tracking your progress. Whatever we monitor and track, we manage. Therefore, tracking your progress as you write is the key to writing more and writing better. Download my Writing Week Journal (PDF, excel, or .doc) here: www.writingweek.com This episode is sponsored by www. WritingWeek.com. Learn to how to w...
How to Create Multiple Products from One Book to Multiply Your Impact and Profits 27.10.2015 17:00
In this episode, Mel Edwards is going to share how to create multiple products from one book. When you put time and energy into writing a book, consider creating multiple products from that one piece of content. Not only will it multiply your impact, but it will also increase your profits from your work.
While You Are Waiting 23.10.2015
Waiting is hard, isn't it? I know I'm not alone here! In this episode I share a real-life example of something I've been waiting for in my life. After 12 weeks, I finally got a reply. This is a #HitzBlitz episode where I share motivation/inspiration, real lessons learned the hard way, Q&A, and more shared in real time. This episode is sponsored by www. AuthorAudienceAcademy.com. Author Audien...
Evergreen Marketing: 7 Types of Content Authors Can Create Once and Use Over and Over Again 20.10.2015 14:46
What is evergreen content? It is content that isn't date specific or won't change often. In this episode I share 7 types of evergreen content you can create once and have it working for you over and over again. I want you to think about how you can integrate even more evergreen marketing into your strategy. This is a #HitzBlitz episode where I share motivation/inspiration, real lessons learned the...
How Having Systems and a Team in Place Can Help You Master Social Media 19.10.2015 19:25
Social media marketing can be time-consuming and overwhelming at times. However, when you have systems and a team in place, you can learn to master social media marketing and use it in a way that produces results.
Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat 18.10.2015 8:18
The idea for this episode came from an illustration our pastor shared in tonight's service. So many times we try to be something we're not OR we simply blend in. However, God has created us each unique with unique gifts to share with the world to have impact. Romans 12:2 says, "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is tha...
How to Write a Book Proposal - Interview with Bethany Jett 16.10.2015 24:21
This was an AH-mazing interview for those of you who want to be traditionally published. Bethany covers how to write a book proposal, the #1 best way to find an agent, how to beef up the marketing section of your proposal and much, much more. Enjoy! Get the FULL interview at www.authoraudience.com/15 This episode is sponsored by www. AuthorAudienceAcademy.com. Author Audience Academy is my signatu...
Should You Respond to a Negative Review 15.10.2015 7:52
Should you ever respond to a negative review? In this episode, I share why I recommend 90% of the time you should NOT and the few times it might make sense to respond. I share in more details about reviews and how to get reviews in my book, "How to Get Honest Reviews." This is a #HitzBlitz episode where I share motivation/inspiration, real lessons learned the hard way, Q&A, and more shared in real...
How I Recently Handled a 1-Star Book Review 15.10.2015 10:59
How do you handle bad reviews? In this episode, I share the 5-step process I recently went through after getting a 1-star review. 1) Panic 2) Personalize 3) Plan an attack 4) Pray 5) Persist This is a #HitzBlitz episode where I share motivation/inspiration, real lessons learned the hard way, Q&A, and more shared in real time. This episode is sponsored by www. AuthorAudienceAcademy.com. Author Audi...
4 Social Media Tools to Automate Your Marketing 13.10.2015 16:37
In this episode I will share 4 social media tools you can use to automate your marketing. Social media is social and so does require you to engage with your audience. However, there are some posts you can automate to free up your time to do the things you love.
The Power in Creating an Evergreen Tweet Document 06.10.2015 17:22
Creating an evergreen tweet document can be very powerful. This is a book marketing strategy I learned early on in my career as an author and have implemented successfully. Now I want to share this strategy with you!
The Twitter Strategy Ruth L. Snyder Uses to Maximize Her Time When Marketing Her Books 29.09.2015 14:49
Twitter marketing for authors can be quite confusing when you first get started. Ruth L. Snyder, author of the Learn Twitter book series, shares a Twitter strategy that she uses to maximize her time so she has more time left over to write. Listen in to today's podcast for these Twitter tips.
Interview with Carey Green How Authors Can Get Booked on Podcasts 24.09.2015 19:14
Join me in this episode of my Expert Interview Series where I interview Carey Green where you will learn the exact steps to take to get booked on podcasts to market your book. This is a powerful strategy to implement in your book marketing plan.
7 Critical Steps to Creating a Book Launch Page That Converts 22.09.2015 17:23
Learn the 7 critical steps you need to take in order to create a book launch page that converts.
Interview Diane Cunningham - How to Successfully Publish A Multi-Author Book 16.09.2015 20:03
Join me in this episode of my Expert Interview Series where I interview Diane Cunningham all about how to publish a multi-author book, also known as an anthology. She has published 3 multi-author books in her series Rock Bottom is a Beautiful Place and shares some great advice in this episode for anyone considering organizing one or participating in an anthology.
7 Different Types of Book Launch Events 14.09.2015 22:39
In this episode, I share 7 different types of book launch events (or a combination of more than one) you can use for your book.
The Top 4 Questions Authors Should Ask When Planning A Book Launch 07.09.2015 18:00
In today's episode I'm going to share the top 4 questions authors should ask when planning a book launch.
3 Writing Strategies that Helped Richard Lowe Publish 7 Books in 30 Days 31.08.2015 15:53
In this Behind the Scenes interview with Richard Lowe, learn the 3 writing strategies that helped him write and publish 7 books in 30 days.
Uploading Your Book to KDP to Publish on Kindle 24.08.2015 13:08
Learn how to upload your book to KDP, publish on Kindle in this episode, and how to get honest reviews. This is part five of the "Procrastination to Publication" series.
Book Cover Design, Amazon for Authors, and eBook Formatting for Kindle 17.08.2015 17:21
Learn about book cover design, Amazon for authors and all about eBook formatting in this episode. This is part four of the "Procrastination to Publication" series.
How to Write a Book and Get it Edited 11.08.2015 18:01
Learn strategies for how to write a book and get it edited in this episode of the Author Audience podcast. This is part three of my "Procrastination to Publication" series.
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