Your Best Writing Life
220 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -Each Tuesday, Linda Goldfarb and her writing industry experts share content for all levels of writers. You receive practical information and how-to applications to grow your writing career as a faith-based author.
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Episodes
Launch Team Essentials for Writers with Tammy Karasek
October 18, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Being prepared for your book launch just got easier! Linda Goldfarb's guest, Tammy Karasek shares her tips that launched over 100 books with great success. Tammy Karasek uses humor and wit to bring joy and hope to every aspect of life. She’s President of ACFW Upstate SC and a member of My Book Therapy/Novel Academy, the Blog Editor for Word Weavers International, the Social Media Coordinator for Blue Ridge, and a monthly contributor for The Write Conver...
Ten Ways to Wow Parents Though Your Writing with Lee Ann Mancini
October 11, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Has God asked you to influence children? Are you writing books that parents will use to instill Christian values in the lives of their children? This episode is for you. Join Linda Goldfarb and her guest, Lee Ann Mancini. Lee Ann has written seven Christian children's books and won over 25 awards. Lee Ann hosts the 2021 award-winning solo podcast, Raising Christian Kids, which can be found on all major platforms. Welcome, Lee Ann, to YBWL LINKS Lee A...
3 Stages to Writing Painful Experiences with Paula Mosher Wallace
October 04, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Are you writing about a painful experience in your life? Wondering how you can know when you have healed enough to share your story? Today’s episode offers you 3 ways to write your story to bless your readers and be blessed in the writing. Linda Goldfarb here, my guest is Paula Mosher Wallace - Paula is the Founder of Bloom In The Dark, Inc. (501c3) and author of BLOOM IN THE DARK offering hope to the hurting, Paula is a Producer, Director, and Cohost o...
Formatting a Professional Submission for Agents and Editors with Rhonda Dragomir
September 27, 2022 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Do you struggle with writing submissions to agents and editors? Are you aware that a submission can be rejected without being read? Learn more in this episode. Linda Goldfarb's guest, Rhonda Dragomir, shares formation guidelines to help writers' manuscripts stay off the slush pile. Rhonda is a multimedia creative who treasures her fairy tale life in Central Kentucky, insisting her home is her castle, even if her prince refuses to dig a moat. She has pub...
Creating Book Trailers with Shannon Redmon
September 20, 2022 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Book trailers are one of the most underutilized marketing tools available to writers. Shannon Redmon and Linda Goldfarb discuss how authors can create book trailers. Please welcome, Shannon Redmon. Shannon is a Publisher's Weekly bestselling author and writes romantic suspense stories for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line. She creates video book trailers for Christian authors to provide marketing content for their social media pages, websites, Ama...
Craft Visual Images to Engage Readers with Zena Dell Lowe
September 13, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Visual images go beyond show don't tell. Zena Dell Lowe and Linda Goldfarb share ways to engage your readers better. Linda's industry expert is Award-winning Writer, Speaker, and Teacher, Zena Dell Lowe - Zena has worked professionally in the entertainment industry for over 20 years as a writer, producer, director, actress, and story consultant. Zena also teaches advanced classes on writing all over the country. In addition to her work as a filmmaker, sh...
How to Meet Your Writing Deadlines with DiAnn Mills
September 06, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBWhat did you think of this episode? In today's episode, you'll learn how to plan your writing in order to meet your writing deadlines. In this encore episode, bestselling author DiAnn Mill's 12-Step Writing System will help you to master and meet your writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join Linda Goldfarb in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life. DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes ...
Make a Big Impact Writing Short Kindle Books with Shelley Hitz
August 30, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing short Kindle books increases your audience reach. Find out how with Linda's guest, Shelley Hitz. Today we are covering the big impact of writing small kindle books for Christian writers. You’ll find out why smaller books sell well, how a shorter book really is a quick win for you as an author, and what length your book should be to maximize your impact. We’ll wrap up with where to start as you write a shorter book. Stick around to the end, we hav...
Perseverance Strategies for Writers with Lori Stanley Roeleveld
August 23, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBWhat did you think of this episode? All writers hit a point where they feel like giving up. Linda Goldfarb and Lori Stanley Roeleveld discuss perseverance strategies to help Christian writers stick with their calling. Linda's industry expert is Lori Stanley Roeleveld. Lori is a life coach, blogger, speaker, freelance writer, and disturber of hobbits. She’s authored five encouraging, unsettling books, including Running from a Crazy Man, with a sixth in the works. Her latest release is Color...
How Writing Can Strengthen Your Marriage with David & Tracy Sellars
August 16, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBWhat did you think of this episode? When writing causes friction in your marriage, it's time to change. Davis & Tracy Sellars provide practical ways to replace friction with understanding. Linda Goldfarb's industry experts are David and Tracy Sellars, this couple is passionate about bringing the truth of God’s Word to marriages. They minister to couples through a weekly 25-minute radio broadcast/podcast, Biblical marriage counseling, conferences, and men’s and women’s groups and retreats....
How to Wait Well as a Writer with Candy Arrington
August 09, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Waiting is difficult for everyone. As writers, being on hold impacts more than our time. Candy Arrington and Linda Goldfarb discuss the keys to waiting well. Linda's industry expert is Candy Arrington – Candy is a writer, blogger, and speaker. She has over twenty years of experience writing for publication. Candy’s topics include faith, health, caregiving, personal growth, suicide, and moving beyond challenging life circumstances. She is the author of t...
How to Structure Your Writing with Janet McHenry
August 02, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Bestselling author, Janet McHenry, provides writers with strategies and practical steps to structuring their writing. Janet has written 24 books—including the bestselling PrayerWalk. Because she has written in eight different book genres, she may be her agent’s nightmare client . . . but in doing so, she has learned how to analyze writing form, which she teaches at conferences and her own Sierra Valley Writers Retreat. It’s good to have her here. Welcom...
5 Secrets Event Planners Love with Erica Wiggenhorn
July 26, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Five secrets event planners love that will get you more speaking gigs with award-winning author Erica Wiggenhorn. Linda Goldfarb and Erica explore in detail what event planners need from speakers to make inviting us back a no-brainer. Linda's guest, Erica, is an award-winning author and international speaker. She has published 5 books with Moody Publishers and 3 On Demand Video Teaching Series. She writes for P31 Ministries on their First 5 app. She lives...
Write Male Characters to Benefit All Readers with J.P. Robinson
July 19, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing male characters correctly is no easy task. J.P. Robinson and Linda Goldfarb share how to connect with all readers successfully. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is JP Robinson. JP is an award-winning author of historical and political suspense. He is a contributor to Guideposts, Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse, and the Salvation Army’s War Cry. His work has been praised by industry leaders such as Publishers Weekly and secured the #1 spot on Amaz...
From Manuscript to Message with Mary R. Snyder
July 12, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Use your manuscript to grow your speaking opportunities. Linda and Mary R. Snyder share great strategies you can implement now. Knowing how to craft a message that transforms your audience from listeners to readers is priceless. Every writer needs to hear this episode –Mary R. Snyder will help you increase the reach of your message and positively influence your bottom line. Linda's industry expert is Mary R. Snyder. Mary is a speaker, coach, podcast hos...
How to Reduce Passive Voice with DiAnn Mills
July 05, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Reduce passive voice to make your writing better. Linda Goldfarb and Multi-award-winning author DiAnn Mills give the top ten tips to eliminate passive voice. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the count...
Increase Your Readership with Blythe Daniel
June 28, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBWhat did you think of this episode? How can writers get more readers? Literary agent, Blythe Daniel, shares tips and strategies with host Linda Goldfarb to help writers increase their readership. Blythe Daniel – has been in publishing for over 20 years. She’s a marketer, author, and literary agent and has written for Focus on the Family, Christian Retailing, and others. She and her mother co-wrote: Mended: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers and Daughters. She lives in Colorado with her husban...
The WRITE Prayer for Writers with Cherrilynn Bisbano
June 21, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Praying the WRITE prayer acrostic keeps you focused on God, your readers, and your why. Cherrilynn Bisbano and Linda share soul care for writers. Many of us use acrostics when we pray. the familiar ACTS prayer model stands for Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication. Another is PRAY – Praise, Repent, Ask, and Yield. And yet another prayer acrostic, The Way - in which the six letters in the acrostic T.H.E. W.A.Y. represents the main idea beh...
YouTube Best Practices for Writers with Annette Reeder
June 14, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBWhat did you think of this episode? YouTube can explode a writer's readership. Listen in as Linda Goldfarb and Annette Reeder provide tips to help your writing business expand. Our readers are wanting more. As technology becomes readily available to more households, access to content must diversify or the content provider will go the way of the dinosaur – and believe me, none of us want to be remembered by our dry bones – we want our bones to get up and walk and in the case of YouTube talk...
Coauthoring with a Spouse or Friend with Bill and Pam Farrel
June 07, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Coauthoring with a spouse or close friend can skyrocket your career. Linda talks with best-selling authors, Bill and Pam Farrel about making the best of coauthoring. My industry experts are Bill and Pam Farrel - Bill and Pam are prolific conference and church communicators. They speak together at marriage and parenting conferences with a unique ability to “speak as one” in all their presentations. Bill helps people gain strength and real-world wisdom thr...
Writing Split-Time Novels with Rachel Hauck
May 31, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Split-time novels move us from historic times to modern days. Learn more from Linda Goldfarb and her guest, New York Times Best Selling author, Rachel Hauck. My industry expert is Rachel Hauck, Rachel is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. She served on the American Christian Fiction Writers Executive Board for eighteen years and mentored writers through My Book Therapy for more than fifteen years. She recently retir...
Writing Trends for Children with Michelle Medlock Adams
May 24, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing trends for children ignite your imagination. Linda Goldfarb and Michelle Medlock-Adams help writers learn the basics of writing for children. My industry expert is Michelle Medlock Adams. Michelle is a NY Times Best-selling ghostwriter and an award-winning author of more than 100 books including, Springtime for Your Spirit, Cuddle-Up Prayers, and Dachshund Through the Snow. Michelle is married to her high school sweetheart, Jeff, they have two m...
Creating Video Content for Writers with Barb Roose
May 17, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Creating effective video content is in your future. Linda Goldfarb and Barb Roose discuss practical ways to create effective video content. Barb Roose is a literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management, a speaker and author who is passionate about teaching women to live beautifully strong and courageous, to experience God’s great adventure of faith and purpose for their lives. She’s the proud empty-nest mom of three and whenever possible, Barb pre...
Writing for Newspapers with Julie Lavendar
May 10, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing for newspapers can increase your book readership. Julie Lavender shares the benefits and how to's with Linda Goldfarb Linda's industry expert is Julie Lavender - Julie is a journalist, author, wife to a wildlife biologist, mommy of four adult children, and grandmommy to a precious three-year-old. With a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Julie taught public school before becoming a homeschooling mom. The Lavenders spent twenty years ...
Writing Memoirs with Susy Flory
May 03, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing memoirs are not the same as sharing your life story. Linda Goldfarb and Susy Flory discuss what works best in writing memoirs. Linda's industry expert is the New York Times bestselling author or co-author of sixteen books Susy Flory. Susy directs West Coast Christian Writers; she’s the founder of Everything Memoir and is working on her MA in New Testament from Northern Seminary. Her book, The Unbreakable Boy, was adapted for the screen scheduled...
Writing for Middle Grade with Taryn Souders
April 26, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing for Middle Grade requires more than writing skills. Linda Goldfarb and Taryn Souders share details and benefits you need to hear. Linda's industry expert is Taryn Souders. Taryn’s middle-grade novels have been named to multiple state reading award lists. Her novel, Coop Knows the Scoop, was a 2021 Edgar Award nominee for Best Juvenile mystery novel. She is a member of the SCBWI and Word Weavers International and is represented by Sally Apokedak of...
Non-fiction Platform Building with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
April 19, 2022 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Linda Goldfarb and Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith offer tips and strategies for Non-fiction Writers' platform building. Linda's industry expert, Dr. Saundra, is a Board-Certified internal medicine physician, speaker, and award-winning author. She is an international well-being thought-leader featured in numerous media outlets, including Prevention, MSNBC, Women’s Day, FOX, Fast Company, Psychology Today, INC, CNN Health, and TED.com. She is the author of numer...
Story Inspiration and Creativity with James R. Hannibal
April 12, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Story inspiration and creativity are two keys to writing successful novels. Join Linda Goldfarb and James R. Hannibal to hear more. Linda's industry expert is James R. Hannibal – Former stealth pilot James R. Hannibal is no stranger to secrets and adventure. He has been shot at, locked up with surface-to-air missiles, and chased down a winding German road by a terrorist. He is a three-time Silver Falchion award-winner for his Section 13 mysteries for kid...
Never Too Old to Write a Book with Laine Lawson Craft
April 05, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Can I write a book at my age? Yes! You're never too old to write a book. Linda Goldfarb talks with Laine Lawson Craft about the possibilities. Linda's industry expert is Laine Lawson Craft - Best-selling award-winning author and speaker of Enjoy Today Own Tomorrow: Discover the Power to Live the Life You Love and companion Journal. Laine has a bi-weekly podcast, Livin’ Lively, with Laine Podcast sharing stories of hope and her brand-new Warfare Parenting...
Instagram Best Practices with Mary DeMuth
March 29, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Instagram best practices for writers offers strategies to increase your platform. Mary DeMuth shares tips to make it happen. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Mary DeMuth - Mary is a literary agent, podcaster of the popular Pray Every Day podcast, artist, speaker, and the author of 40+ books, including The Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible (Salem 2022). She lives in Texas with her husband and is the mom to three adult children. Find out more at ma...
How to Repurpose Written Content with Misty Phillip
March 22, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Learn how to repurpose your written content and increase its value. Misty Phillip and Linda Goldfarb discuss how it works. Linda's industry expert is Misty Phillip. Misty is a dreamer and a doer, passionate about helping to spark your soul message. She encourages people to use their story to give God glory. The Founder of Spark Media, Misty equips Christian Communicators and podcasters through virtual and live events, a podcast network, a magazine, and a...
Writing From the Beginning with PeggySue Wells (Encore)
March 15, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Beginning writers need this. Before you sit down to write, listen to this episode. Award-winning author, PeggySue Wells provides succinct tips to get your writing career started. (We hope you enjoy this highly downloaded encore episode) “Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.” History buff and tropical island votary, PeggySue parasails, skydives, scuba dives, and has taken (but not p...
Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing with Susan U Neal
March 08, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Is your best publishing option, self-publishing or the traditional publishing route. Self-publishing expert, Susan U Neal shares her tips. You decide! Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Susan U. Neal As a Certified AWSA Writer Coach, Susan’s desire is to help others publish and sell their God-given message. She is the author of eight healthy living books. Her self-published number one Amazon best-seller, 7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates, won...
The Difference Between Composing and Communicating as a Writer with Cynthia Ruchti
March 01, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWhat did you think of this episode? As writers, the ability to recognize the difference between composing and communicating with our readers is a key to success. Award-winning author, Cynthia Ruchti shares tips to take your writing to the next level. Linda's guest is the award-winning author of more than 30 books and a sought-after speaker, Cynthia Ruchti - Cynthia is the professional relations liaison for American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and serves as a literary agent with Books ...
5 Tips for First Time Writers with Larry J. Leech II
February 22, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBWhat did you think of this episode? First-time writers, learn from the best. Larry J. Leech II shares five tips to help writers be successful. Writing coach of award-winning authors and Senior Editor at Iron Stream Media. Larry has spent nearly forty years writing and editing. He has ghostwritten nearly thirty books and edited more than 300 manuscripts for numerous publishers. For more than a decade Larry has taught at inspirational and general market conferences nationwide. Please welcome ...
Book Reviewers and Author Opportunities with Debb Hackett
February 15, 2022 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Authors and readers make a beautiful community. Debb Hackett shares where readers can connect with authors online and have an opportunity to review books. Join Linda Goldfarb and Debb for 30-minutes of reader/author opportunities. Writer, broadcaster, and speaker Debb Hackett was a radio journalist for more than twenty years. She is one of the leaders, lovingly called the Three Musketeers for the Blue Ridge Reader Connections. Debb’s first novel, In th...
Creating Online Courses with Thomas Umstattd Jr.
February 08, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Welcome! Linda Goldfarb and Thomas Umstattd Jr. discuss why and where authors should start Creating Online Courses. Plus common mistakes writers easily make. Linda's industry expert, Thomas Umstattd Jr, is the founder of Author Media and the host of the Novel Marketing Podcast. Thomas travels the world speaking at events to help authors build their platforms, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. He has been creating on...
How to Experience God's Glory with Stephanie Rousselle
February 01, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Christian communicators should strive for God's glory in their writing. Stephanie Rousselle talks about success, competition, and spiritual habits writers need to hear. Stéphanie is the founder of Gospel Spice Ministries and the host of the Gospel Spice Podcast. Her personal motto is, “God’s glory, our delight!” Born and raised in France, she has lived, for her One Lord over the last two decades-- on three continents, four countries, and five cities thr...
Author's Media Interviews with Monica Schmelter
January 25, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Learn how to prepare for an interview with Media expert, Monica Schmelter. Use these nine tips to stand out as a media guest. Linda Goldfarb welcomes Monica Schmelter to Your Best Writing Life. Monica hosts a daily television program – Bridges, which airs in over 50 million homes on Christian Television Network. Her show Bridges is also available on streaming platforms like ROKU and at monicaschmelter.com. Listen in as Linda and Monica talk about rockin...
Writing Environment Tips with Sara Turnquist
January 18, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Is your writing environment helping you write better? Author, Sara Turnquist's five tips on productivity, ergonomics, writing strain, and writer's block will change how you sit down to write. Sara is a coffee lovin', word-slinging, clean Historical Romance author. She lives happily with her own Prince Charming and their gaggle of minions—three to be exact. Sara’s books range from the Czech lands to the American Wild West, from ancient Egypt to the early ...
Marketing Elements Every Writer Needs with Amber Weigand-Buckley
January 11, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Marketing elements should help you brand yourself, not just your project. Branding expert, Amber Weigand-Buckley shares how. Linda's industry expert is Amber Weigand-Buckley - Specializing in Global Brand and Communications Management, #barefacedcreative owner, Amber @barefacedgirl, is a member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA) and has over 24 years of award-winning multi-media experience. The publications she has served have rec...
Get Multiple Book Contracts with Karen Whiting
January 04, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Getting multiple book contracts in one year is possible. Award-winning author, Karen Whiting shares how to secure contracts and interest editors in multiple books. Karen Whiting writes to help families thrive. In 2021 she had 4 books release and in 2022 she has 3 books scheduled for release. This includes four separate book launches and promotions for the books as well. Her 2021 books are Devos for Brave Boys (Tyndale Kids) and The Super-Sized Book of Bi...
Start Your 2022 Write with Linda Goldfarb
December 28, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.04 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Linda Goldfarb shares how to embrace God's Promises and Possibilities to kick start your 2022 "write" off right! Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb, a natural storyteller, is a multi-published author. Including her award-winning quick guide to personalities series, LINKED, coauthored with her sister-friend, Linda Gilden. The series includes LINKED for Educators, LINKED for Parents, LINKED for Couples, and the original, LINKED… for e...
Platform Building for Writers with Thomas Umstattd Jr. - Encore Episode
December 21, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Authors' platforms, what a platform is, and how to build them. Where should you build your platform? Linda's guest, Thomas Umstattd Jr is here to answer our questions. Thomas is the founder of Author Media and the host of the Novel Marketing Podcast. He travels the world speaking at events to help authors build their platforms, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Thomas, welcome to your best writing life! During this ...
Writing With a Co-author with Linda Gilden
December 14, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Is co-authoring a book your next best choice? Multi-published author, Linda Gilden, shares insight to help you decide. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is one of her best friends, Linda Gilden - Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write, Why You Do What You Do, Words to Live By, Called to Speak, Articles, Articles, Arti...
Why Hire a Writing Coach
December 07, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing coaches. Are they for everyone? Deb DeArmond and PeggySue Wells provide answers for all writers Here’s a little bit about our guests, you’ll find more about them in our show-notes: Deb DeArmond is an award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach, helping others to achieve their goals whether in marriage, family relationships, at work, or in ministry. Her books reflect that path. Her newest release, We May Be Done But We’re Not Finished, enco...
How to Study Writing Form with Janet McHenry
November 30, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Bestselling author, Janet McHenry, provides every writer with practical steps to understand and study, Writing Form. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life - I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb and it's so awesome to have you here. My industry expert is Janet McHenry. Janet has written 24 books—including the bestselling PrayerWalk. Because she has written in eight different book genres, she may be her agent’s nightmare client . . . but in doing so she has learned...
Finding Joy as a Writer with Linda Goldfarb
November 23, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBWhat did you think of this episode? What brings you joy? During this season of thankfulness, it’s a good time to share snippets from our writing industry experts on what brings them joy. I pray you are encouraged, empowered, and entertained with their answers. Brian Bird, Sharon Tedford, Katy Kauffman, Edwina Perkins, Cindy Sproles, PeggySue Wells, Jayme Lee Hull, Bethany Jett, and Becky Antkowiak share what brings them joy. There you go, stories, moments, and ponderings of God’s provisi...
Writing for Chicken Soup for the Soul with Tracy Crump
November 16, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Writing for Chicken Soup for the Soul has its perks. Tracy Crump shares tips to get your stories accepted for multiple chicken Soup books. My industry expert is Tracy Crump. Tracy dispenses hope in her 30-day devotional, Health, Healing, and Wholeness. Best known for contributing twenty-two stories to Chicken Soup for the Soul, she has published numerous devotions and articles in diverse publications. Tracy conducts writing workshops, offers freelance ed...
Writing Speculative Fiction with Amy Williams
November 09, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBWhat did you think of this episode? Is Speculative Fiction a Christian genre? Multi-book author, A.C. Williams is happy to share why Christians should be writing Speculative Fiction. Linda Goldfarb here, I’m so glad you’re listening in today, we’re talking about Writing Speculative Fiction with industry expert, Amy A.C. Williams - A.C. Williams is a coffee-drinking, sushi-eating, story-telling nerd who loves cats, country living, and all things Japanese. She’d rather be barefoot, and if ...