The Writers Bloc Podcast

For over two decades, Tim Challies has been a consistent voice in the Christian blogging world, encouraging believers with clarity, conviction, and biblical truth. As a pastor, author, and one of the internet’s most prolific Christian writers, Tim has modeled what it means to steward the written word with faithfulness and purpose. In this special interview, we talked with Tim about his long-standi...

In this episode of The Writers’ Bloc, we sit down with Ashe of America, a journalist and conservative pundit known for her sharp insights and fearless commentary. As a writer for Badlands Media, Ashe analyzes the day's news stories, breaking down current events with a critical eye and a deep understanding of cultural and political trends. We’ll explore her journey into journalism, her approach to...

Kori Frazier Morgan is an author, disciple, and creative entrepreneur. A graduate of West Virginia University's Master of Fine Arts in creative writing program, she is the author of two books, The Goodbye-Love Generation: A Novel in Stories, and Why I Dyed My Hair Purple and Other Unorthodox Stories. She is the founder and Chief Literary Strategist of Inkling Creative Strategies, an author service...

Are you wondering how to better manage yourself and your life as a writer? We all have strengths and weaknesses, and when we're a one-woman show, we have to wear all the hats.  Carla will help us understand what it means to lead ourselves well and how to find those who can help us fill in the gaps of our weaknesses. Carla H. Hayden is passionate about raising up the next generation of women leader...

Becky Kopitzke is a multi-published author and founder of The Inspired Business, a coaching hub dedicated to helping content creators and coaches monetize their passion work in order to keep it sustainable. A veteran blogger, freelance writer, speaker, and writing coach, Becky’s sweet spot is in digital product sales funnels, an ideal method for getting paid to grow your audience.  Becky and her h...

Join us for this conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee—a writer, former news journalist, and farmer’s wife from Iowa. She’s an acquisitions editor for Bethany House Publishers, a division of Baker Publishing Group, and the author of several books, including Growing Slow and her newest release, Stuff I’d Only Tell God. Jennifer writes with honesty, hope, and trust in God’s timing. Whether she’s talk...

Because Instagram is visual, with over 500 million daily users, writers will find it can be a strong tool to help them find their voice, develop their personal brand, and build their following. Like any tool, however, results depend on how often and how well it's handled. Michelle will help you identify your God-given message, teach you how to engage with Instagram users, and show you how to use t...

Hannah Brencher is a writer, TED speaker, and entrepreneur. She founded The World Needs More Love Letters, a global community dedicated to sending letter bundles to those who need encouragement. Named as one of the White House’s “Women Working to Do Good,” Hannah has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Oprah, Glamour, USATODAY.com , the Chicago Tribune, and more. She lives in Atlanta with he...

If you’ve ever wondered how to get your words in front of the right readers, today’s episode is for you. SEO—Search Engine Optimization—might sound technical or even intimidating, but it’s actually a powerful way to steward our writing well. When used wisely, SEO isn’t about chasing algorithms—it’s about making sure the messages God has placed on our hearts reach the people who need them most. Joi...

If you’re like many writers, self-editing might feel like the hardest part of the process. Maybe you love drafting but dread revising. Maybe grammar and punctuation rules feel overwhelming, and you're unsure where to start. The good news? Editing doesn’t have to be intimidating. Join us for this fun conversation with author Deborah Pettit, a grammar, punctuation, and self-editing expert. She’s her...

If you’re a new writer, you know the doubts can be loud—Is my writing good enough? Will anyone read this? Am I even a real writer? That inner critic? She can be relentless. But today, we’re learning how to turn down the volume of self-doubt and turn up the grace. In this episode, we're joined by Jill McCormick, a writer, speaker, and podcast host of "Grace in Real Life." Jill shares her heart for...

Join us for this fun conversation with the Queen of copywriting, Ashlyn Carter. Ashlyn’s fun, best-friend style is instantly engaging, and she knows how to craft words to get your people to buy, like, and follow. As a Christian writer and creative, working in both the Christian and secular realms, she understands the advantages and pitfalls of building an online platform. Come listen and be inspir...

Riley Cross is a SciFi author who loves merging the elements of fantasy, science, and reality together. When not taking care of her two children, typing away at her next story, or teaching in the classroom, she enjoys brewing chocolate coffee and dancing to a random playlist.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit writ...

Creating relationships around our message is the goal of most Christian writers.  We want to help people grow, change, and live out their God-given purpose. As writers, we are often in the background, working quietly behind-the-scenes, and we aren't aware of the work the Spirit does in the hearts of our readers. However, we can get to know the real-life needs of our readers by engaging with them i...

How do we handle Scripture with care as we create content? As writers, we must be confident in our accurate use of Scripture. Join us in a conversation with Angie Bauhman, a Bible study teacher and leader of Stead On University, as she shares her step-by-step Bible study method to help you understand and apply Scripture to your life. She will also share how the overflow of your connection with God...

Join us in this fun episode, where we had the pleasure of speaking with Benjamin Vrbicek, author of Blogging for God's Glory in a Clickbait World. Benjamin is a teaching pastor at Community Evangelical Free Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and is the managing editor for Gospel-Centered Discipleship. He has contributed to various platforms, including Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition, and For T...

Are you ready to take your writing to the next level with Pinterest? Join Paige C. Clark, a digital marketing pro, as she shows you how to unlock Pinterest’s potential for your brand. Join us for a fun conversation about how you can create eye-catching pins, optimize captions, and drive more traffic to your website. Whether you're just starting or want to up your Pinterest game, this conversation...

As a writing coach and developmental Editor, Stephanie Miller knows what makes good writing stand out. Join us for this craft-oriented conversation as Stephanie guides us through our writing "closets" and shows us how to dress up our stories to serve our audiences. Just like the right accessory completes an outfit, asking yourself the right questions as you write will make your story and written w...

Pamela Henkelman had a successful speaking career when she decided to start writing. Her writing journey was one of many lessons over the years. At first, she thought she wanted to write about intimacy with God and our identity in Christ, but then she became an empty nester, and her passions changed. Often, when the Lord pivots our focus, our writing focus needs to pivot with it. Join us for this...

As the Executive Director of Calla Press Publishing, Madison Aichele has learned what publishers are looking for and what many writers miss when they submit their queries. As a champion of writers and someone who's amazed that God allows us to co-create with him, Madison loves encouraging writers to use their God-given gifts for the kingdom. Get ready to learn about the publishing process and how...

Amy Simon is known for the problems she solves. She loves helping writers identify their ideal readers and messages, and how you can uniquely write to their needs. This is a common hurdle writers face, especially when they are first starting out. Over the last couple of years, Amy's also fine-tuned her personal message, and you'll benefit from the lessons she's learned along the way as you determi...

Do you want to expand your writing platform? One of the best ways to do so is to collaborate with other writers. Whether you want to write, start a podcast, host a webinar, or build an online community, working with other writers can be a daunting, but rewarding endeavor. Sarah Frazer has over ten years of experience working with other writers and has a lot of wisdom to offer on collaboration. A s...

Join us for a discussion with Julie Lefebure as she shares "lessons learned looking back" after her self-publishing journey. Learn more about what she wishes she had known before starting and some things she would do differently next time. You can follow Julie on her website at: https://www.julielefebure.com/ or find her on social media at: https://www.facebook.com/julie.gorkowlefebure   To learn...

How do you respond when a project doesn’t go as planned, a rejection email lands in your inbox (yet again), or you pour your heart and soul into a blog post or social media caption, and all you get in return is crickets?  Frustration and disappointment are par for the course, not just for Christians, but for everyone interested in making an impact in the creative world. However, even though disapp...

Do you want to grow in the craft of writing? Learning how to become a freelancer will help you serve others and improve your craft at the same time. Kimberly Coyle has done a lot of work as a freelancer. She has worked as a copywriter for HopeWriters and teaches writing courses as an adjunct professor in New Jersey. She is passionate about helping writers improve their craft and share their messag...