Publishing Secrets

In this episode, you’ll also hear: The problem with waiting and wondering why God isn’t making our dreams come true Why it’s so tempting to embrace such limiting beliefs Biblical examples of faith and action working hand-in-hand 3 deliberate steps you can take to help your book reach its full potential FREE training on how to keep your book at #1 on Amazon and attract new readers every day Releasi...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Why you shouldn’t just give up on your book, even if it’s not selling What to expect from the Revive Your Book Sales series The real problem holding you back — and why it’s not that no one wants to read your book As Scripture tells us, transformation starts in the mind. In other words, it’s all about learning a new way to do things . So in this series, you’ll acq...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: 4 Reasons to embrace the “I can” mindset The power of sharing your story in a compelling way Why your story matters — and why you shouldn’t let fear stop you from putting it out there Too often, fear holds aspiring authors back from sharing their stories. Too many people tell themselves, “I can’t do this!” when the writing and publishing journey gets difficult. B...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: The benefits of self-publishing for aspiring Christian authors Opportunities that make self-publishing quick and easy How self-publishing gives you greater control over your book and its distribution How to get a FREE Ebook and audiobook copy of a book that will change your life! Benefits of Self-Publishing In recent years, self-publishing has become increasingly...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How outlining chapters streamlines the writing process and boosts your book’s quality Important steps to take before you start writing Why you should consider writing a shorter book An interview with Christian Authors Network partner John Stange about making money with shorter books (link below!) Start by Outlining Chapters Instead of trying to write a longer boo...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: 3 ways writing a book will change your life Time management tips to make the most of the time you already have How to prioritize setting aside time to write What to do with your downtime Strategies for eliminating distractions Consider for a moment that Jesus, even with all that He had to accomplish in His short ministry on earth, was given the same 24 hours and...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How to identify where your writing anxiety is coming from Questions to ask yourself to build self-awareness How to create a plan of action to overcome your fear Where to find a supportive community to walk alongside you, so you can share your work in a safe, constructive environment Do any of these stories resonate with you? Jane had written dozens of stories and...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How to tackle an overwhelming task Why you need a daily word count goal The best way to make sure you reach your writing goals One simple action to take right now to help yourself focus on progress, not perfection Is this you? You've been wanting to write a book for years; you have a great idea; you're passionate about the subject. But for some reason, you just c...

In this episode, you’ll also hear:  Why not writing can sometimes be the best way to get motivated to write again — and how to take productive writing breaks How to find inspiration in other authors’ works What to do if you don’t have the kind of support you need as a writer How to practice rewards-based motivation when the words don’t come easy A powerful combination that will help you find succe...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How focusing on your message helps keep you motivated How to make writing a habit every single day Strategies to keep ideas flowing, even when you have writer’s block The final key to staying motivated when you don’t feel like writing Where you can get weekly writing prompts and other writing tips and inspiration It’s not easy to build a consistent writing habit...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: James’s story of coming to Christ, falling away, and eventually returning to try again The Four Commands of Christ and what they mean for us Why it’s important to teach God’s commands in a way that is simple and easy to understand The difficulty of writing and editing — and why you should struggle through it James’s advice for the aspiring author with a God-given...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: A simple but powerful reminder that will keep you focused on your higher calling Why writing your book is more than just an intellectual exercise or a chore What to do when you start to feel doubt or discouragement The potential consequences of not pursuing your higher calling to write and publish your book Every author has a story to tell — a story that has the...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Why you shouldn’t put off finishing your book any longer Common excuses writers give for not working on their book — and why they shouldn’t stop you A sneak peek at what to expect from the Do It Now series Don’t Let Excuses Stop You In the Do It Now series, you’ll learn how you can work on your book at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home — even if y...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: What it takes to achieve your goals — and why you shouldn’t let fear stop you What often stops us from going after our goals How to go after your dreams in a way that truly glorifies God A formula that will help you get your message out to your audience We all have big dreams and goals, but too often we choose to hold back, allow ourselves to get distracted, or l...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How to break your goal down into simple steps and create an action plan to achieve them The secret to moving forward when life gets you down Biblical examples of people who stepped out in faith and took action, even though they didn’t have all the information — and why you should do the same How to get your God-given message heard by the people who need it In Par...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: What it means to believe big — and why it matters How to visualize your goals and create an action plan to make them happen What to do when the going gets tough  Biblical examples of people who believed big and achieved the impossible with God’s help Your next step to start making your dreams a reality Do you want to achieve your biggest goals? If your answer is...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Three reasons why it's important for Christians to dream BIG Biblical examples of people who dared to dream Eight words to remember when the going gets tough The Audience Attraction Formula, designed to help you turn your dreams into reality and make a difference in the world (link below!)  3 Reasons to Dream Big As followers of Christ, we are called to dream big...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: A challenge to make 2023 your biggest, boldest year yet What you can expect to learn in the God and Goals series A reminder that you CAN do the impossible with God’s help! It’s Time! 2023 is the year to think big, to think bold, and to think outside of the box. It’s a time to push boundaries, take risks, and remove the limits. Are you ready to challenge yourself?...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Why your book launch day isn’t about you — and who’s actually most important at this big event 7 steps to take for a successful book launch What to do before, during, and after your launch day to create excitement and encourage people to buy your book Serve Before You Sell Before we get into the steps for a successful book launch, there are a couple of things you...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How Kathy’s military background led her to start a ministry geared toward supporting veterans and their families Some of the specific challenges military people face upon returning to civilian life How to form a military ministry in your own community What it takes to lead a military ministry — and why you may be more qualified than you think Kathy’s advice for p...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: 5 reasons you need a book launch team A step-by-step guide to building your dream team Why it matters who you select for your team — and how to make it a win-win experience for everyone A sneak peek at the final step in the book launch process! As your book launch approaches, make sure you have the right support system in place to make it a success. In other word...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Why you should start with your personal social media profile, not just your business or author page How to ensure your pages and profile(s) look impressive and professional Tips on creating engaging social media content that drums up interest for your book launch How and why to host live events leading up to the book launch Be sure to read all the way to the end...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: How landing interviews on podcasts, YouTube channels, or blogs helps you sell more books 5 steps to craft and send a winning interview pitch What to do before and during your interviews for maximum impact Why you don’t have to wait until after your book launches Be sure to read all the way to the end for the link to a done-for-you Podcast Power Program to help yo...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Kim’s journey to becoming an author, television and podcast host, and much more How Kim came to faith in Jesus at the lowest point in her life Why nerves and fear should never stop you from sharing your story How to gain confidence when you don’t feel like your story matters Kim’s advice for the writer who tends to overthink and let fear get in the way of God’s c...

In this episode, you’ll also hear: Why a successful book launch starts with a list of people who are interested — not just a post on social media 3 reasons you need an opt-in freebie for your book launch 4 tips to create an effective opt-in freebie Be sure to read all the way to the end for a link to the FREE training to help you choose which type of opt-in freebie to offer your audience! Last tim...