Christian Indie Writers' Podcast
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsChristian Indie Writers’ Podcast, where we inform, encourage and support Christian indie writers on the journey toward publication.
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210: Give Me a Break! Taking Breaks From Your Writing
February 17, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Burnout is real. Guilt is real. Guilt resulting from burnout is real. In this episode, we’re on a mission to save you from both. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/ Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: h...
209: Writing Romance in Your Non-Romance Novel: Writing Craft
February 10, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Adding a little romance to your story could be just what it needs to be complete, but how exactly do you do that correctly? In this episode, Jen shares some insight into the topic. And, as always, the ladies share what’s going on in their lives as well as a sampling of their writing. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriter...
#208: Dump the Info Dumping: Writing Craft
February 03, 2023 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBSend us a Text Message. This week we are returning to our Writing Craft series with an episode focused on curing the dreaded tendency to info dump in your work. What is Info Dumping? How do I avoid Info Dumping? This and more will be discussed by the ladies in this episode. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts...
#207: Back to Basics: Bringing Back the Joy in Writing
January 20, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Sometimes writing loses its charm and becomes a chore. We’ve all felt it, including Christian writer Jessica Glidden who messaged us recently and asked, “Why not dig in and re-discover the joy of writing, the reason you write in the first place?” And that is exactly what we did in this episode! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christian...
#206: How to Reach Your New Year Goals
January 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Last week on the podcast, the ladies discussed their goals for the new year. On this episode, they give you some ideas on how to reach your own goals. Harvard Business Review Article: https://hbr.org/2022/04/4-ways-to-mak... 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writin...
#205: Setting New Year Goals
January 06, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBSend us a Text Message. New year, new goals...or not? In this episode, the ladies will discuss what 2023 looks like for their writing careers. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/ Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbo...
#204: Story Structure from The Book of Job
December 30, 2022 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Join Jamie and Tina as they explore together what storytelling tips are available to us in the book of Job. Tune in for a wonderful discussion about story structure and other tips for independent authors. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/ Jenifer...
#203: The Christmas Story: Finding Inspiration in the Greatest Story Ever Told
December 16, 2022 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBSend us a Text Message. This is our last episode before Christmas, and so we are going to be talking about the holiday! We’re going to examine the story from the perspective of writers and see if we can agree on where and how the elements of story are presented in it. Where does the tale begin? How does it end? What are the disasters? What are the pinch points of this oft-told tale? Tune in this week for an inspiring discussion about the greatest story ever told. 30 Days of Writing Sprint P...
#202: Lessons Learned from 20 Books Vegas 2022
December 09, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Christina Cattane fills us in on what we missed at 20Books Vegas. We also reach out to our writer community to glean even more advice for independent authors. Tune in for curated tips and advice for writers of all genres. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingsh...
#201: NaNoWriMo 2022 Recap
December 02, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBSend us a Text Message. With National Novel Writing Month in the rearview mirror, we can all take a collective deep breath and relax...or can we? In this episode, the co-hosts discuss their own experiences with NaNoWriMo 2022 as well as share the triumph (and not-so-glorious moments) of our listeners. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net...
#200: Celebrating 200 Episodes of Information, Encouragement and Shenanigans!
November 18, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Come join the ladies as they celebrate the 200th episode of the podcast. In this episode they’ll take a look back at the past 4 years and reveal what they’d tell their Episode #1 selves if they could go back in time. There will be some fun giveaways, some trivia, video clips, and the girls will each read a sprint from the past. You won’t want to miss out on the fun, the shenanigans, and a look at where the podcast has been in this 200th Episode celebration! 30 Days o...
#199: How to Use Plot Points in Your Writing
October 28, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBSend us a Text Message. A plot point is a scene, a chapter, or even just an event that directly affects what happens next in your story. But if you have a story and know where it is going, are plot points really that important? Can’t you just write a good story and be done with it? In this episode of the Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast, the hosts dive into this topic, share why “disasters” are important, and help you discover the moments in your story that turn your characters’ lives upsid...
Crafting Compelling Characters: What is a Character sketch?
October 21, 2022 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBSend us a Text Message. With National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) quickly approaching, our thoughts and planning have migrated toward preparing for it. If you are prepping for NaNo like us, then you’ll want to tune in for this episode. The ladies will be discussing characters and character sketches, as well as sharing ideas on how to craft compelling characters. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/grou...
#197: Writer Resources: What Genre is my Book
October 14, 2022 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBSend us a Text Message. If someone asks you "What do you write?" what do you say? If you write historical Christian romance, you would say just that...historical Christian romance. But what if you're not so sure what genre your book fits into. If this is you, you're not alone. In this episode, the ladies discuss genre, why and if genre is important, and how you can discover exactly what genre your book falls into. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our...
#196: Writer Resources: How to Find an Editor
October 11, 2022 18:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBSend us a Text Message. We’ve discussed ad nauseum the fact that good editing is important, and we know you wouldn’t dare publish a piece without having it edited. But if this is your first book, you might be wondering, “how do I find an editor?” In this episode, the ladies will answer that very question! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters....
#195: Writer Resources: Different Types of Editors
September 30, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBSend us a Text Message. What is the difference between a line editor and a copy editor? What about a proofreader? Content editor? Developmental? How does an author know where to begin? Join the ladies as they discuss a simplified list of necessary editing steps, as well as share where they are on their writing journey and take questions and comments from the live chat. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/g...
#194: Blurb Clinic: Self-Publishing Tips
September 23, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBSend us a Text Message. Last week’s Cover Clinic was so much fun, we thought why not continue the good times with a Blurb Clinic! Join the ladies as they discuss what makes a good blurb, what makes a bad blurb, and what you need to make yours better! They’ll also look at their own blurbs as well as those of some volunteer listeners, so you’re going to want to tune in for this episode! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://w...
#193 Self-Publishing Tips: Does My Cover Fit My Genre?
September 16, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBSend us a Text Message. Is your cover in need of an overhaul? Does it still match your genre? Is your current cover thwarting book sales? Can it be resuscitated, or is it DOA? Bring it into the cover clinic and find out! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/ Jamie: http...
#192 Writing Groups 101: Genre-Specific Writing Groups Pros and Cons
September 09, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBSend us a Text Message. What is the common advice given in regards to writing groups? Find a writing group with other writers from your genre, right? But as our friend Becca Syme is always saying, QTP! Question the premise! In this episode, the ladies discuss the pros and cons of being in a genre-specific writing group as well as take questions and comments from the live chat! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebo...
#191: Writing Groups 101: Critique Do's and Don'ts: Jamie's Piece
September 02, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this final installment on writing groups, Jen and Tina be offering constructive criticism on a piece submitted by our very own J.R. Nichols, or as you all know her, Jamie. Unlike our usual “positive only” feedback, we’ll be delving into how to give feedback that will make your piece better. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christiani...
#190: Self-Editing Help: Getting Your Piece Ready for the Editor
August 26, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBSend us a Text Message. While most writers would not argue the importance of Self-Editing, we still find ourselves asking… exactly what is self-editing and how do I do it? Just like everything else, our hosts have differing opinions and processes, but agree that Jenifer has the most approachable, systematic method. So if you have no clue where to begin, this episode is for you! Jenifer will share her self editing strategies, including a self editing checklist, so that you can get your manus...
#189: What Makes an Author ‘Successful’?
August 19, 2022 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBSend us a Text Message. How hard is it to become a successful writer? Have you always dreamed of becoming a successful author but worried you could never reach that lofty goal? What does it even mean to be successful? In this episode, Jen and Tina discuss the idea of “Success” and how it shapes our opinions and actions as writers. Plus they take a look at what the Bible has to say about this whole “success” thing. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our ...
#188 Writing Groups 101: Critique Dos and Don'ts Part 2: Jen's Piece
August 12, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are continuing our discussion on writing groups. Specifically, we’re covering how to give and receive critiques. We’ll be offering constructive criticism on a piece submitted by Jenifer Carll-Tong. Unlike our usual “positive only” feedback, we’ll be delving into how to give feedback that will make your piece better. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/list...
#187: Critique Dos and Don'ts: Writing Groups 101
August 05, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode, the ladies continue their Writing Group series with a live example of how they critique. We’re putting a piece of Tina’s writing on “the chopping block.” Tune in to watch Jamie and Jen critique Tina’s piece. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writing...
#186: Questions for the Hat: Shenanigans with Jamie and Jen
July 22, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode, Jen and Jamie perform sans Christina Cattane, who somehow thinks her son's WEDDING is more important than our podcast! Can you imagine?! * ANYWAAYYY.... For our "Questions from a Hat" episode, we chose questions submitted in our Facebook group, plus some we devised on our own, and put them into each of our hats to be pulled and asked LIVE on air! This will be a "shenanigans abound" type episode, to be sure! *In all seriousness, congrats to Bambina a...
#185: Dear Writer, Are you Intuitive?: A Live Q&A with Becca Syme
July 01, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Having Becca Syme on our podcast as our very first guest ever was an amazing honor. Now, she’s coming back, ready to present for us the idea that we as writers may be what is known as, “Intuitive.” She joins us live to discuss her book, “Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive?” and to answer questions in our Live Q&A chat. Becca's book, Dear Writer, Are You Intuitive? https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Writer-Intuitive-QuitBooks-Writers-ebook/dp/B09WJ9V3JQ 30 Days of Writing Spr...
184: Writing Groups 101: Setting Expectations
June 24, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we are continuing our discussion on how to start a writing group. The key to good writing groups is clear rules…or is it? We’ll discuss rule setting and expectations as well as how to avoid the pitfalls of being a toxic writing group. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste... Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Enter by July 1, 2022 to...
#183: Writing Groups 101: How to Start a Writing Group
June 17, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBSend us a Text Message. “I just can’t find a good writing group.” If we’ve heard it once, we’ve heard it a bazillion times. Although many of our listeners desperately want to be part of one, good writing groups are difficult to find. So why not start one yourself? In this first part of our new series, learn how to start a writing group, why establishing a culture for the group is important before you ever ask another person to join, and how to decide who to ask is more important than you re...
#182 Negative Book Reviews: The Writer’s Life
June 10, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBSend us a Text Message. How do writers deal with bad reviews? Like it or not, you are going to have to deal with bad reviews as an author. Negative criticism comes with the territory, as each of our hosts can attest to. Join us Friday at 10am ET for this episode as we share our own experiences and give you some tips on how to handle negative reviews and criticism. And there is sure to be some laughs along the way! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visi...
#181: How to Set Up Your Amazon Author Page: Book Marketing Strategies 2022
June 03, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBSend us a Text Message. You’ve published your book to Amazon, but have you set up your Author Page on Amazon Author Central? If you said no, you’re not alone. Many new authors have no idea that Amazon provides a FREE platform for you to not only publish your bio and image, but so much more! In this episode, the ladies discuss Amazon Author Pages and give a tutorial on how to personalize your page, as well as give Amazon Author Page examples. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.am...
#180: How to Launch a Book: Tina's Latest Book Launch
May 20, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Join us as we celebrate the release of “Alone In the Land of the Midnight Sun,” by Christina Cattane. That’s right, book two of the Angelica Series is available now on Amazon! On today’s episode, we’ll cover book launch parties, book marketing strategies, newsletter promos and more, so be sure to tune in! Alone in the Land of the Midnight Sun: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B1BFF6Q5 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Episode ...
#179 Pinching Publishing Pennies Part 2: Self-Publishing Tips 2022
May 13, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBSend us a Text Message. How much does it cost to publish a book? The answer…it depends. In this 2nd part of our 2 part series, the ladies discuss the cheapest way to publish a book, whether you want to publish on Kindle Direct Publishing exclusively or to publish wide with all retailers. There are so many options that will be discussed, as well as great input from our Live Chat! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Episode 172: https://www.youtube.com/watc...
#178 Pinching Publishing Pennies: Self-Publishing Tips 2022
May 06, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBSend us a Text Message. How much does it cost to publish a book? The answer…it depends. On this episode of the Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast, the ladies discuss the cheapest way to publish a book, whether you want to publish on Kindle Direct Publishing exclusively or to publish wide with all retailers. There were many options that were discussed, as well as great input from our Live Chat in the first part of this mini-series on self publishing costs. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: ht...
#177 Self Publishing Tips: The Perils of Predatory Publishers
April 29, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBSend us a Text Message. What is vanity publishing? Well, the definition has changed over the last decade or so. Nowadays, there are so-called vanity presses that prey on indie authors, especially Christian indie writers. So, is vanity publishing bad? What’s the difference between vanity publishing vs self-publishing? Are there vanity publishers to avoid? All these questions will be answered in this episode. Alli articles: https://selfpublishingadvice.org/what... https://selfpublishingadvice...
#176: Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing 2022
April 22, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBSend us a Text Message. What is the difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing? Is it better to self-publish or is it better to get a publisher? On this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of self-publishing and share our own experiences and reasons for our choice to self-publish. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/...
Episode 175: How to Write a Novel for Beginners: Where do You Begin?
April 08, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Once upon a time an indie writer wanted to write a book but didn’t know how to begin. Want to find out what writing advice we would give? How would you tell them how to self publish a novel? Join us in the live chat Friday morning at 10am EST to share your experience! Episode 10: Inspiration https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwW77... Episode 93: Art Imitates Life #4: Inspiration is Everywhere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouolZ... Episode 82: Proceed with Caution: ...
Episode 174: Ask You Anything: The Hosts take Advice from their Listeners (April Fool's Edition)
April 01, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Everyone needs a little advice sometimes, including your faithful hosts of the Christian Indie Writers Podcast. (Take note...It's April Fool's on the show today!) Tune in Friday morning at 10 am EST and help the ladies answer some heavy questions in the live chat. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/ Rhonda:...
Episode 173: Book Marketing Strategies 2022: Using Newsletters to Market Your Book
March 25, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Our conversation in this episode is the last in our series about book marketing, and it’s about ways to use your newsletter including swaps and other multi-author strategies. Join us every week in the live chat at 10 am EST and share your tips and experiences. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Tina: https://christin...
Episode 172: Book Marketing Strategies 2022: Paid Email Marketing Websites
March 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Maybe you've heard of Paid Email Marketing Websites, or promo sites or reader deal sites, but just don't know exactly what they are or where to begin. Whether you are marketing books for children, publishing your own book of short stories, or are you just starting to look at book promo strategies for your indie published book, you'll want to tune in to this episode of the Christian Indie Writers' Podcast. 2:08 - What's Up? 21:03 - Today's Topic 47:11 - Feeding of th...
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March 11, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBWhat did we just say? Give away my book for free after all that work?? As an indie author, how can that book marketing strategy possibly help you sell your other books? Tune in Friday morning at 10 AM EST to discuss this and other marketing strategies for authors in our live chat. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbou...
Episode 171: Book Marketing Strategies 2022: Free First in Series
March 11, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBSend us a Text Message. What did we just say? Give away my book for free after all that work?? As an indie author, how can that book marketing strategy possibly help you sell your other books? Tune in Friday morning at 10 AM EST to discuss this and other marketing strategies for authors in our live chat. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Tina: https://christinacattane....
Episode 170: Book Marketing Strategies 2022: Begin with the Basics
March 04, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBSend us a Text Message. So you have your future best selling book completed. Now what? How do you market your book as an indie author? Listen in and join our live chat at 10 AM EST Friday morning to share your questions and marketing advice. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarllt...
Episode #169: Essential Writing Tips: Using Short Stories To Advance Your Writing Career
February 25, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBSend us a Text Message. How are short stories different from novel length stories? Are you giving your readers value if it’s not eighty thousand or more words? Join us in the live chat Friday morning at 10 AM EST. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/ Jamie: https://writ...
Episode 168: Writing Craft: How Real is Too Real?
February 18, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Do you have a story about a sensitive subject? How real is too real for your audience? What rules are worth violating? Self-published authors must be able to tell their story without alienating their audience. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com...
Episode 167: Nonfiction Self-Publishing Tips: Devotionals, Blender Manuals, and Self-Help, Oh, My!
February 04, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Fiction and nonfiction writing have most things in common…except for the really important things, like book formatting, research, editor choice, etc. Tune in Friday morning at 10am EST and join us in the chat where we will discuss Tina’s upcoming nonfiction book.
Episode 166: Essential Writing Tips: Banishing Boring Dialogue
January 28, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBSend us a Text Message. One of the worst mistakes that new writers make is writing bad dialogue. But how do you know if your dialogue is dynamic or drab? This episode of the Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast will address this potential pitfall and give you tips to turn your dialogue from just okay to hurray! Join us Friday at 10:00 am ET in our Live Chat, or listen to the podcast wherever you like! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: h...
Episode 165: Essential Writing Tips: Point of View
January 21, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBSend us a Text Message. As a new indie author, one of the things to consider when you are writing your first book is who is telling the story to the reader. This week on The Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast, we discuss Point of View. Join us in the Live Chat Friday at 10 am EST to discuss this and so much more. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writing...
Episode 162: The Business of Writing: 3 Ways To Capitalize on the Commercialism of Christmas
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Who wants Christmas to be more commercial? Indie writers, that’s who! Join the live chat Friday morning at 10am to hear our suggestions and share your own with us. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/ Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
Episode 164:The Business of Writing: Do I Really Need All These Subscriptions?
January 14, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Do you regret subscribing to a service that was supposed to make your life easier? When indie authors put their business hat on, it is tempting to shell out those hard-won dollars on a subscription for writers that promises to do it all. Tune in Friday morning at 10 am EST to hear our favorite subscriptions and share yours with us. 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn mor...
Episode 163: Writers Life: Self Publishing Goals and Ideas for 2022
January 07, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBSend us a Text Message. This week, self published author Christina Cattane is leading us through her system for keeping her fiction writing and home business organized. Join us live Friday mornings at 10am EST and join us in the live chat! 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431 Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/ Learn more about the hosts... Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com/ Tina: https://christinacattane.com/ Jenifer: https://jenifercarll...