Christian Indie Writers’ Podcast

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This week on the Podcast we have a guest host, Piper Dow. 
Piper is one of our regular live chatters, and she is joining Tina this week to discuss her decision to quit her job in order to have time to work on many different projects, one of them being her calling to be a writer. 

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Sprint Prompt: Storymatic game cards: Character card: a person who doesn’t get the hint; prop card: a violin

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In this episode, we explore the importance of building and joining faith-based writing communities. We'll dive into how Christian writers can find support, accountability, and inspiration from like-minded individuals. Whether you're looking for online groups or local meetups, building your own writing network can help you stay encouraged, motivated, and spiritually aligned in your writing journey.

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Sprint Prompt: Lost Love

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In this episode, the ladies are joined by friend of the podcast Drew Wallingford who joins to discuss how he followed advice that Jen gave him and how it turned out.

Drew's podcast: The Lunch Table https://open.spotify.com/show/0YSv7xLHFzKUCj6tQeDvd5?si=37c2cbcd5e8242a4

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Sprint Prompt: host, qualify, fixture, day, invasion

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Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for an independent author? Join us in this episode as we take a deep dive into the daily routines, challenges, and systems of indie authors. We'll explore how to juggle writing, marketing, and managing your own publishing business, all while maintaining a work-life balance.

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Sprint Prompt: “Jeanne wished she had chosen the red button.”

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In this insightful episode, we delve into writing as a form of ministry. We discuss practical ways writers can infuse their work with spiritual significance and explore how words can serve as a powerful tool for spreading faith, offering comfort, and inspiring change. Whether you're a seasoned author or just beginning your writing journey, this episode will equip you with the inspiration and techniques to make your writing a meaningful expression of your faith.

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Sprint Prompt: deter, calculation, recycle, vegetation, lot

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Tina and Jamie are back with the “meat and potatoes” about turning your book into an audiobook.

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Sprint Prompt: Theme “Search for Identity”

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In this episode, the ladies discuss how to draw inspiration from the Bible for your writing.

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Sprint Prompt: Sentence “As the rental car/wagon rolled to a stop on the dark road, her fear increased by the moment.”

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In this episode, we dive into the heart of what it means to be an independent author. Join ladies as they explore the exhilarating world of self-publishing and what sets it apart from traditional publishing.

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Sprint Prompt: Bible, publisher, laundry, dealer, conflict

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In this episode, we delve into the art of crafting characters that embody Christian values. We’ll discuss the balance between virtues and flaws, the significance of internal and external struggles, and the power of redemption arcs. Our LIVE chat begins at 10 am ET on YouTube!

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Sprint Prompt: margin, virus, arrest, deteriorate, slide

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We apologize for the glitches at the beginning of the recording. They were resolved, so if you fast forward a couple minutes and it should be fine. Thank you for your patience.

Today on the Podcast we will have a special guest host, Amber Carlson. She is Christina's favorite daughter, and an avid reader. So if you've ever wondered how a reader picks a book to read, decides to d.n.f. it, or what about a book makes them want to tell all their friends about it. Tune into Today's episode!

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Sprint Prompt: statement, suitcase, install, direction, cage

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Advice: Harper Lee once said, “Many receive advice, only the wise profit from it.” Well, the wiseguys of this podcast hope you enjoy this episode full of great advice, as well as some terrible advice, from our fans and listeners.

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Sprint Prompt: stow, traffic, ivy, rubber, coop

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When it comes to spending money, the Indie Author has so many options! How does one decide where and when to spend money?

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Sprint Prompt: place, penalty, piano, pocket, punch

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Have you ever considered making an audio version of your book? As an Indie Author, you have options. 

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Sprint Prompt: THEME: Can you hear me?

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Whether you are a newbie writer or a seasoned author, chances are you cringe at the word “Editing.” But never fear…the ladies are here! In this episode, the ladies help you navigate the editing process using a system called the Stoplight Method. Don’t miss this episode full of invaluable insight into refining your writing and bringing your story to life.

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Sprint Prompt: “Courage and stupidity were all he had.”

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Join the ladies as they share practical advice on developing a writing routine that incorporates spiritual practices.

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Sprint Prompt: prayer, powder, philosophy, plaster, promote

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Last episode, the ladies discussed 6 Christian tropes you can use no matter what genre you write, and this week they are back with more! Sometimes seen as cliche and stereotypical, tropes are actually a device used to not only write your story, but to meet reader expectations.When used creatively, tropes can bring freshness and innovation to your writing. In this episode, the ladies discuss tropes and give you concrete examples to use in your own writing, no matter what genre of Christian fiction you write.

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Sprint Prompt: “As the clock struck midnight, casting shadows across the abandoned mansion, Sarah's heart pounded with both fear and excitement as she tiptoed down the creaky staircase, clutching tightly to the ancient key she had discovered hidden in the attic.”

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Tropes, sometimes seen as cliche and stereotypical, are actually a device used to not only write your story, but to meet reader expectations.When used creatively, tropes can bring freshness and innovation to your writing. In this episode, the ladies discuss tropes and give you concrete examples to use in your own writing, no matter what genre of Christian fiction you write.

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Sprint Prompt: protect, confession, acceptance, deer, urge

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Bouncing off of last week's show, 5 Reasons Your Editor Hates Your Book (episode 247) the ladies discuss how to deal with criticism from your editor.
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Sprint prompt: clash, unaware, paper, improvement, inhibition

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If you are a writer, inevitably you will experience some criticism. We have experienced criticism, good and bad, but we’ve lived to talk about it. Join the ladies as they discuss the reasons your beta readers or editors don’t like your manuscript.

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Sprint Prompt: Theme: “I don’t care what you think.”

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Whether you write explicitly Christian novels or not, you can still display your faith through your writing. Join the Ladies as they share some ideas on how to do this, as well as the normal shenanigans that come with each episode. 

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Sprint Prompt: deliver, flower, seize, judicial, ice

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Hindsight is 20/20, and when looking back, we see plenty of things we did as newbie writers that if we were to begin our writing careers today, we would definitely not do this time around. Join the ladies as they discuss what they did wrong and why you shouldn’t repeat their mistakes.

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Sprint Prompt: 5 words; rotate, plane, multiply, false, discrimination

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Have you ever wished you could ask the hosts a particular question? Well, here is your chance! A LIVE Q&A with Tina, Jamie and Jen! Submit your questions in our Facebook group (link below in show notes) or email us at [email protected]!

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Sprint Prompt: Theme: A journey adrift on a cloudy day

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Winston Churchill is quoted as saying, “Perfection is the enemy of progress,” and we have seen this truth play out in many writers’ lives. In this episode, Tina and Jen discuss why perfectionism is stopping you from writing and how to combat the desire to chase perfection.

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Sprint Prompt: “He kept me from making a big mistake.” “

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Are you looking for easy ways to become a more productive writer? Improving writing productivity is important for all authors, no matter what stage of your writing career you are in! Join the ladies as they discuss tips for boosting your writing productivity to make you more efficient!

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Sprint Prompt:  forestry, throne, issue, justify, trouble

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We all know that email is king and that every author needs to build their email list. But did you know that very soon, all of your emails could end up in your readers’ spam folders? By February 1st, Yahoo and Gmail will begin automatically sending non-DMARCed emails to spam. But what in the world is DMARC? And how do you do it? On today’s episode, we discuss exactly what DMARC is and walk you through step-by-step how to do it with your own email!

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It’s a new year, and with the changing of the calendar usually comes the setting of resolutions, and our writing careers are no exception! After reading a blog post on Thesaurus.com, the ladies have been inspired to take on this topic and chat with listeners about their own goals!

Original article that inspired this episode: https://www.thesaurus.com/e/writing/n...

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Whether you are an introverted author or not, the thought of live, in-person events can be a daunting idea. But never fear…our friend and author Ben Wolf is on the podcast this week to present tried and true strategies and actionable information to make live events successful!
Ben’s book: https://shorturl.at/efiJ1

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Our annual Christmas episode is finally here, and it is sure to not disappoint! Join the ladies as they visit with the writing ghosts of past, present and future! 

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You’ve worked hard all last month to write 50,000, and now it’s time to bring it all home…it’s time to end your novel. But how exactly do you do that? The ladies share some thoughts on the subjects in this episode.
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We get it…you’re busy. No matter how much you’d rather be writing, life just gets in the way. We feel it too, which is why the ladies decided to discuss how to fit writing into your everyday life.
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November is officially National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re participating in NanoWriMo, or even if you’re not, join us in this episode where we discuss how to win Nano with the help of others!
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November is officially National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re participating in NanoWriMo, or even if you’re not, join us in this episode where we discuss how to make things go smoothly by putting the rest of your life on autopilot as much as possible.

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October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NanoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss how to structure your story.
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October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NaNoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss Character development for your NaNo project.
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October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NanoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss the first steps in preparing a manuscript for November.

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As we continue our Back to Basics Series, the ladies discuss another foundational topic…How to Write the First Chapter.
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How accurate does your novel need to be? Does anyone really care if your character is holding the gun properly or if she is dressed in the appropriate attire for the time period. Believe it or not, accuracy is important to readers and in this episode, the ladies will share ways you can ensure your novel is accurate.
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We continue our Back to School series with the question of Why? Why do you write? You might not have thought about it before, but the why behind your writing will affect it. Join the ladies as they discuss this topic.
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Are you called to write your book? How do you know if God has called you to be a writer? The ladies discuss this as well as what it means to be created to create in this episode.

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Plotter vs. Discovery Writer? Morning writer vs evening writer? Coffee or tea? There are a lot of things that separate us as writers, but are there any areas that we agree on? In this episode, the ladies discuss if they have any common ground in how they start the planning of their work, specifically, do they start with the story or with the characters.
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Summer is quickly slipping away and that can only mean one thing…back to school. But it isn’t just the little tykes that need to prepare for the change of seasons. As writers, the transition into fall is the perfect time to get your writing and your author business back on track.
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Are you tired of pleasing your readers? Do you long for dozens of 1-star reviews? Then this is the episode for you! Join the ladies as they discuss ways to really tick off your fan base.
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On this episode, the ladies discuss Writer’s Guilt. What is it? How does it affect your writing and how do you combat it?
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Are you struggling in life? Are you looking for purpose in the middle of the storm you are weathering? It might be hard to see through the storm right now, but God might be allowing you to endure this hardship in order to write your next book. In this episode, nonfiction author Drew Wallingford joins the ladies to discuss how you can use your personal experiences to write your next book.
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Sparked by a recent discussion in their Facebook group, the ladies discuss why you should give your book away for free, as well as reasons to not give it away.
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Summer is finally here, and you know what that means… summer vacation! And as happy as those two words make most children, it can bring an amount of stress to parents…especially those parents who are trying to keep to a writing schedule. In this episode, Jen and Tina discuss strategies to fit your writing into your summer plans.
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What makes Christian fiction, well… Christian? Is the definition of Christian fiction dependent on genre? How do you add spirituality to your novel if you are writing a Christian novel? Join the ladies as they answer these questions and more in this episode!

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Is your dialogue falling flat? Do your characters talk a lot, but not say anything worth listening to? In this episode, Jen and Tina discuss some of the pitfalls of writing dialogue and offer suggestions on how to improve your characters’ conversations.
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You may not enjoy conflict in real life, but how about in your story? In this episode, the ladies discuss why conflict is important and how you can add it to your novel for a better story.

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Do you know your characters? I mean really know them? One of the best ways to write authentic characters is to write what you know, and if you don’t know your characters as well as you think you do, it will show up in your writing, whether you realize it or not. In this episode, the ladies discuss how to know your characters better.
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We are so excited to have Kirsten Holmberg on the show today! Kirsten is a devotional writer and public speaking coach and communication consultant and she will be talking about what makes authors good speakers, the common mistakes we make as writers and more!
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3 Hacks for nerves (faith): https://kirstenholmberg.com/3-hacks-for-the-nervous-christian-communicator/

3 Hacks for nerves (brain): https://kirstenholmberg.com/three-quick-and-easy-brain-hacks-for-public-speaking-anxiety/

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Why you should record yourself: https://kirstenholmberg.com/why-you-should-watch-your-speaking-footage/

Storytelling and heartbeats: https://www.cell.com/cell-reports/fulltext/S2211-1247(21)01139-6?dgcid=raven_jbs_etoc_email

Our Daily Bread I wrote on heartbeats (if you don’t want to read the research): https://odb.org/US/2022/12/27/beating-as-one

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If you write fantasy, lore is a very important part of your novel. But what if you write another genre? Can lore be used outside of fantasy, and if so, how? The ladies will address these questions and more in this episode.
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The word "Shenanigans" goes hand in hand with St. Patrick's day... and with the ladies of this podcast! So this episode will be full of fun and frolic!

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Writing a novel can on some levels seem mysterious, especially if you are new to writing or new to a particular genre. Responding to a discussion item posted in their Facebook group, the ladies will attempt to answer the question How do you write an excellent book?
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You’ve finished your manuscript. You’ve edited it and have a blurb and a cover. So, dear friend, why haven’t you published? Bring your answers to this episode, because the ladies have questions for you.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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New year, new goals...or not? In this episode, the ladies will discuss what 2023 looks like for their writing careers.
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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.

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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.
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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.
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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.

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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!
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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 upside down.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!

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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!
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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!
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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.
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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 manuscript editor ready!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 and her baby boy, and sincere felicitations to the happy couple!
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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

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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.
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“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 realize.
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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!
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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.
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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
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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
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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: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431
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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.
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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. 
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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: Protecting Your Rough Draft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giEcT...
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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. 

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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.

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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 the Backs
1:01:41 - What's Next?

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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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!
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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. 
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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.
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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.
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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!
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In January this year we talked about writing a business plan. In this episode,  find out if we followed our business plan, what worked for us and suggestions for the upcoming year. 

We discussed Author Business Plans in Episodes 118, 119, 120

Episode 118: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZtEEEFkz5g&t=1122s
Episode 119: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV4-R5iX2tk&t=129s
Episode 120: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8ApberrOEQ
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year...Hallmark Christmas Romance time!Come join us in the live chat while we craft our own Christmas romance right before your eyes! Every Friday morning at 10 am EST on YouTube.

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Have you ever been stuck in the murky middle of your story? New indie authors might be intimidated when the middle looms before them, but we on the Christian Indie Writers Podcast have writing advice for you. Come join the live chat at 10am EST Fridays.
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You’re almost at the halfway point of NaNoWriMo but you have nothing more to say, or the story isn’t headed in the right direction, or some other stumbling block is looming before you. Should you quit? How can you make yourself plug away until the finish? We discuss this on this episode of The Christian Indie Writers' Podcast.
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How do you meet goals if you’re not motivated? On the fifth day of NaNoWriMo, are you still writing? Join our live chat Friday morning at 10am EST and share your tips and tricks for getting your work done or be inspired by other writers on the Christian Indie Writer’s Podcast.
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As self-published authors around the world get ready for NaNoWriMo, sometimes we struggle with one of the basics: world building. Join us on the Christian Indie Writers Podcast when we interview Ben Wolfe, author of Power Author: A Quick Guide to Building Your Story Bible.
Find more about Ben or his books at https://benwolf.com/
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You’re prepping for NaNoWriMo and you’ve decided to write a fantasy novel. Where do you begin? Are there special rules for writing fantasy? Tune in to this episode of the Christian Indie Writer’s Podcast for answers to these questions and more.

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Only two more weeks until NaNoWriMo and today we are talking about romance. What are romance tropes? Are there rules to follow when writing a romance? How exactly do you plot a romance? 

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When a guest goes missing on Podcast Day, the ladies find themselves having to 'pants' this week's episode. So what better topic to discuss than pantsing? What does it mean to be a pantser? What is a pantser vs a plotter? Am I an outliner or a pantser? The ladies answer these questions and more, plus speak with those in the live chat, in this episode of the Christian Indie Writers' podcast.

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Today we want to help our self-published authors. We will show you how to write a book of mystery...a cozy mystery. We’re talking about red herrings and trope outlines and other writing tips.

Buy Plot Your Novel with This Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/Plot-Your-Mystery-Novel-Workbook/dp/B08NLJ5NJC/

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Are you ready for NaNoWriMo? Follow along as we spend October planning and sharing essential writing tips and encouraging self-published authors to write their next great American novel.
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Motivation is hard to come by, and once it begins to fade, it’s hard to get back. How do you motivate yourself? Do you write when unmotivated? Let’s chat about it Friday morning at 10am EST on the Christian Indie Writer’s Podcast.

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What is SEO? Why do authors need it? How does SEO help me sell books? These are just a few questions we’ll tackle today. Join us in the live chat at 10am EST to ask your own questions.

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Do you know the difference between a book blurb and a synopsis? Or how long a blurb should be? Listen in as we discuss the difference between a blurb and synopsis, discuss examples of blurbs and more tips for self-publishing.

Want more on Blurbs? Episode 43: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7AqxuXGPEE

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What is self-publishing? Listen in to our conversation about ‘back matter’ and why indie writers should master these valuable marketing pages in the back of their self-published book.

Sprint: The sound of thunder

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Without a doubt, envy has power, but you can control whether it’s used for evil or good. Today we talk about this green-eyed monster and where it appears in our indie-writer-life and in our self-published books. Join us and share your own in the comments below.

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Are you superstitious? Did you just knock on wood? Throw a little salt over your shoulder? Today we talk about these crazy little rituals and how they help us shape our books but also help us get our butts in the chair. Join us and share your own in the comments below.
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The Holy Bible tells us that ‘Love is Kind’ but how often do we follow that advice? As a self published author, are you kind to yourself? Are you kind to your characters? Listen in on our conversation as we explore what the word kindness really means, and then share your writer's advice and self-publishing tips with us in our live chat or in the comments.
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A famous writer once coined the term “Patience is a virtue,” but that advice is hard to follow. As a self published author, how important is patience? Listen in on our conversation as we explore patience and the writer and then share your writer's advice and self-publishing tips with us in our live chat or in the comments below. 

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In this episode of the podcast we share a behind the scenes tutorial. We just took new photos for our business and have some headshot tips and tricks to share with you and your self publishing journey.
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Writers are a special group of people who sometimes need help getting into their creative mindset. Our discussion about our own habits and some tips will help you get into your creative space.

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Save the Cat Beat Sheet is a popular way to outline your novel, even if you are a pantser, but there are even more ways to plan your novel with beats. Come listen!
Today's sprint prompt:   I Survived Writing Camp

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If you’ve decided to bring your print book alive by turning it into an audiobook, choosing your narrator could be the most important decision you make. Join our chat and help us think through the process.
Today's sprint prompt: “Where did I put my glasses?”
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By now Audible is a household name, so why does a self-published writer care about other audio book platforms? Join our discussion and join in on this hotly debated topic. 
Christians come in all shapes and sizes and so does their taste in books, but there are some reader expectations most can agree upon. Explore some of those with us on the podcast.

Today's sprint prompt: laboratory, wheel, policy, edition, appearance

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Christians come in all shapes and sizes and so does their taste in books, but there are some reader expectations most can agree upon. Explore some of those with us on the podcast.

Today's sprint prompt: Doodling

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Whether you dread editing your work or love doing it, let us give you our ten favorite tips that got us through the process faster and smarter.

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How do you come up with ideas for your next novel? Our writing tip this week is to take a writing research trip! We discuss trips we’ve taken and how we used them to inspire our writing.

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Here is our essential writing tip this week: our suggestions for how to put the care in your characters. We discuss several ways to develop characters and Tina shares the specific method for fictional character development.
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Everyone loves shiny new objects on Christmas Day or on a birthday, right? When is it a bad thing? When it distracts you from your business plan, that’s when! Join our writer's advice about how to avoid these pretty traps.

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Hashtags, smashtags. What is the purpose of these little seo tools and how can we use them to draw a crowd to our blogs, videos and other online media offerings? Listen to us discuss how to use hashtags and where and when to use them.

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You heard that right, we are talking about the Permafree strategy for book marketing. The idea may seem as frustrating as the permafreeze we suffer in the northern United States, but we promise that by the end of this episode, you will know everything you need to know about making this strategy work for you.

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Writing is hard so in this episode we discuss our opinions of the best book writing software and other writing tools for authors. Don't miss the live chat, share your writing tool advice and commune with other indie writers.

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 You’re ready to self publish your book and now it's time to market your book online. Don't miss the live chat, share your marketing advice and commune with other indie writers.

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What is Metadata and why do I need it? How can I use it to sell my books? In this episode we discuss these topics and our suggestions for best practices.

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You poured your heart into your book and put it on the market, but nobody is buying it! Let’s talk about covers, genre, blurbs, marketing and more on this week’s podcast. 

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What is a superfan? Let’s talk about it! Today we discuss how to turn a reader into a cheerleader for your brand through social media and other means.

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What does pantsing mean? Who plots their books? Learn the answer to these questions and more when you watch our 124th episode, “Plotting vs. Pantsing - Revisited”. Join us to find out if we’ve revised our basic book writing plans.

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We are fighting it out on the podcast today! Which kanban system will prevail: Click-Up or Trello? We’ll discuss how one of these project management systems might organize your writing career.

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On today’s podcast we discuss our favorite productivity tricks and tips, the habits we are using to increase our productivity and keep our business goals on track. 

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Everyone's buzzing about the CliftonStrengths test so we had to check it out. Join us as we interview Becca Syme, host of, “The Quitcast” and author of  “Dear Writer, You Need To Quit,”  to learn how our strengths can help us work together as a group.

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Now that we’ve created our business plans, come join the discussion again while we brainstorm and define our goals for 2021.

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It’s the first of a brand new year and you’re probably thinking about the future of your writing career, what motivations you’ll have this year, future writing goals, etc. Let us help you with some of those decisions as we finish creating our Business Plan and show you how to do the same for your Author business.

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We’re well into 2021 and if you are anything like the ladies of the Podcast, you already feel like things are getting away from you, including your goals to advance your writing journey! If so, you might have already realized the need to slow down, and plot your writerly course more carefully.

For those of you who discovered last week your writing is more of a hobby than a business, it will be sufficient to continue to make goals toward publication. On the other hand, if you’ve determined to be more business-minded with your writing, your focus will be - understandably - different, and you will be requiring a business plan. 

If you don’t know where to start with your own goal setting or strategizing, never fear - the ladies of the podcast are here to help you get your ducks in a row (even if your ducks are currently acting more like headless chickens)!

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On today's episode, we’ll discuss whether writing is a hobby for you, or if it is a career, and what that means going forward. You’ll learn lots, including what’s important to consider when it comes to investing financially in your new venture. Then, next week in Episode 118, we’ll be taking a look at creating a business plan, taking the “sting” out of that nasty *b* word and tackling the H.U.G.E. job of getting a writing biz up and running, one step at a time! 

You won’t want to miss either of these fantastic episodes, geared specifically toward making sure all Indies feel firm-footed and well-equipped as we continue the writing journey into 2021! So fire up the laptop, and - if you’re feeling especially ambitious - put on some pants! (we might!)

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Our holiday episode 2020 is not going to look like our other episodes - but, then, I think we can all agree that 2020 has been a ‘doozy’ of a year, so I suppose a little bit of a wonky holiday episode from the Christian Indie Writers  is to be expected!

This will be the last time we “gather” before Christmas - in fact, because of the holidays 
(Christmas and New Year’s Day) both falling on Friday! we won’t see you all again until January, 2021!* So, this year we’re going to talk about looking ahead and planning ahead - basically a plan of attack for the new year.

Let’s face it, you can’t hit a target you can’t see, and without a clear set of goals to shoot for, and a plan in place for meeting them, it’s possible my career will still be where it is today  when the last piece of Christmas tinsel is pulled from the roller of my vacuum cleaner sometime next spring!

So, join us, won’t you, and be inspired to get your own writing career ‘house’ in order, or to get all your writerly ‘ducks in a row,’ or (fill in here whatever other sort of corporate catch phrase you would find most inspiring and persuasive).

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If you’ve missed the podcast lately, you may have missed the big news - Tina Cattane has published her book, “Lost in the Land of the Midnight Sun!” That’s right; she has launched to rave reviews and has thrown a Launch Party to celebrate this momentous occasion. 

This party had it all, folks, giveaways, surprises, snacks and more! If you can make it in person, check out the details on her Facebook page.

Meanwhile, we’re getting together once again to bring you a podcast episode chock full of advice for when your time comes to have a book launch party! Get out your notebook and get ready to learn what perils and pitfalls you should avoid when planning your perfect launch party.

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Come celebrate the end of NaNoWriMo with the ladies!

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Every author knows that they need reviews, but do you know how to write a review, or even where to post your review? Join Jamie, Rhonda and Jen as they discuss Book Reviews and chat some more about NaNoWriMo.

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Sadly, an author’s life isn’t only about getting the words down on paper. Sometimes, we have to step away from the writing and handle the “icky” part of being an Indie Writer - “The Business end of things.”

Merchandising is a part of that business - every writer gets to a place in her career where decisions about merchandise have to be made.

But don’t worry, just as we walk with you along every step of this publication journey, we are here to hold your hand through the murky world of merchandise.

So, whether you’ve already been fantasising about creating merchandise of your own, or whether you don’t even know what “merchandise” is, you’ll be sure to pick up a tip or two in this can’t miss episode.

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Join the ladies as they discuss their plans for National Novel Writing Month, read their sprints and chat live with fans.









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This week, the ladies take a walk down memory lane remembering where they used to sprint before the pandemic. They also strategize for new and improved ways to get together with one another in this time of social distancing. 

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This week as Jamie, Jen, and Tina discuss our favorite sprinting technique in detail. You’ll leave equipped with everything you need to know in order to harness the power of word sprints and finish that first draft!

Link to sign up for the Christian Indie Writers Podcast Newsletter and receive an ARC copy of our new book, 30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://christianindiewriters.net/

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Have you ever sat down with the intention of crafting a wonderful read, only to find yourself staring at a blinking cursor and a blank page for hours, wondering how or even where to begin? 

 What if I told you the secret to banishing the blank page had nothing to do with plotting, or planning, or forming a plan of attack, but had absolutely everything to do with charging ahead - literally, just writing anything that comes to mind?

“But wait!” You say, “I can’t just write down whatever comes to mind! No one will want to read that!” Well, Indie, no one is going to read your unedited sprint (unless you’re crazy like us and insist on sharing them!), but as my co-host Jen always says, “you can’t edit a blank page.” Plus, it turns out, there’s actually some really cool scientific stuff going on when you are a prolific sprinter! 

Join us for today's episode, filled with lots of good reasons why you should add writing sprints to your writing routine.

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It is more than the excitement of writing a novel in just thirty days that causes people to start thinking about this event an entire month in advance! No, dear Indie, the truth of the matter is far more consequential: you NEED a plan for NaNo! That is, of course, unless you are the hartiest of the die-hard pantsers and  like to open your cursor at midnight on November first and look at a blank screen and a flashing cursor! Zoikes!
Tune in this week and learn how to make the best of your October planning session for NaNoWriMo!

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When the topic of “framing your story” came up, all of us Co-hosts were not sure exactly what we should include in the episode. We all sort of scratched our heads and asked, “what do you mean?”
Well, Indies, we’ve since wrapped our minds a bit more around the concept, and we’ve determined that what each writer could use, on occasion, is a bit of a “refresher” on what actually makes a story stand as, well, a story.

So tune in and learn more about what it means to frame a story.

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Have you ever felt like just giving up? You're not alone. That's why exhortation is so important.

Join us today as we discuss Exhortation, how to encourage people, especially fellow Christian writers, encouragement tips, and why it is so important to be there for each other.

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With all the social media platforms out there for writers to navigate, Pinterest is one that is largely overlooked. But should it be?

Join Tina, Jamie, Jen and Rhonda as they discuss using Pinterest for writers and the possibilities that lie within the highly visual platform. They will also come up with their own goals for their author Pinterest accounts.

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Do you have a bit of internet spinach in your teeth? Or a piece of bathroom tissue stuck to your shoe, in a virtual sense?

In Episode 101, the ladies discuss social media etiquette for writers.

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Join Jamie, Tina, Rhonda and Jen as they look back on 100 episodes, discuss how they've grown and what they've learned, and share not only their own Drabbles, but also some fan Drabbles!

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Last week, the ladies discussed the importance of description when writing your characters. In this episode, the conversation continues with setting descriptions. Is story setting important? Is it dependent on genre? How do you set a scene? All these questions and more  will be discussed today.

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The more we  examined the issue of description, the more we realized that eyes are not the only physical feature we had difficulty describing with any sort of originality whatsoever.
Thus, episode #98 was born. In it, we hope to broaden your (and our own!) horizons, so to speak, when it comes to providing physical descriptions of characters in (y)our novels.

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We are talking all things social media, including what the ladies plan to do to up the podcast's social media game

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So, how does a plotter know when “enough plotting is, (FOR REAL!) ‘enough’?” Tune in this week as our resident plotters, Jen and Rhonda (as well as Tina, who’s a self-professed “plantser” - a plotter/pantser hybrid),  try to navigate this tricky topic. For special fun, we’re bringing on Rhonda’s mom, Barb, the other half of the mother/daughter writing team “De De Bouman.” They’ll talk to us about their book, “Plot Your Novel with This Book."

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Ready for some unsolicited advice?
This week, the ladies going to tell you what they wish someone had told them at the beginning of their journeys toward publication, advice which would have saved them hours of agony and a puddles-worth of frustrated tears.

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Join the ladies as Jen tries to convince Jamie that a Book Launch strategy is right for her.

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We writers know that our writing inspiration does not come in some predictable manner, such as a spring-fed stream which perpetually and inexorably flows from higher elevations to the lower. Inspiration is more like the wind, or perhaps like a wisp of vaporized sea, lingering - even faintly tastable on the tongue - yet impossible to directly grasp.
This sounds like bad news, until you consider inspiration - like the vaporized droplets of the Atlantic that make that region’s saltwater taffy dance on the tongue - is everywhere, all around you. This week on the podcast, we’ll learn how to recognize, collect, and distill this inspiration into a story that comes alive for your reader.

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Human behavior is a response to human experience, which is not universal. Today on the podcast, we will discuss how these acts of human behavior which make us stand up and take notice can help us develop characters that come alive for the reader.

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Last week on the podcast we covered Trauma in your writing. This week, we are going to talk about your joys - how they can be used to make your writing better. Join Tina, Jamie, Rhonda and Jen as they discuss life's joys and how to take that joy and carry it into the pages of your novel, where it can inspire others to look for joy in the everyday.
Todays sprint prompt: Write a scene in which a character from your WIP is experiencing a joy you or a loved one has experienced.

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In this episode, the ladies discuss how traumas in your life influence your writing.

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BETAs?!
ARCs?!
Who can keep it all straight?! 
That’s why we at the Christian Indie Writer’s Podcast wanted to do this series on Launch and Review teams. We’ve already covered BETA readers, and now we’re going to sort the ALPHA’S from the BETA’s from the ARC’s. Won’t you join us?

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If you’ve been around the independent publishing world for any amount of time, you’ve heard writer’s speak (often, lovingly,) of their “Team.” Sometimes, they specifically mention a “beloved BETA reader,” or a treasured member of “my ARC team.”

This week on the podcast, we discuss what a BETA reader is, why you want one, and where you can find one. In future episodes, we’ll cover what you can do with an ARC team of your very own!

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Sometimes a babysitter is just a babysitter. But, sometimes, the babysitter shows up later in the book to save your heroine from a burning building.  But, how do you know when to develop a side character or when to let them just show up? How does one accomplish the feat of Scribing Superlative Side Characters?
The Secret is in this week’s episode.

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Lex Luther. Darth Vader. Loki. The Joker. Sauron. The Wicked Witch of the West. Cruella De Vil. Mr. Potter. Sure, little kids run around in Superman t-shirts and sleep in Batman pajamas, but where would our beloved superheroes be without their ferocious foes.? 

The antagonist. Just like your protagonist needs to fulfill a certain role in your novel, it is just important to write an antagonist that your readers love, er, well, at least love to hate as it is to write a loveable protagonist.

Join the ladies as they discuss how to write an Amazing Antagonist!

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As a writer, you want your protagonists to be the best that they can be. But, what does that look like? What is the formula for penning the perfect protagonist? Does such a thing exist? Find out this week on the podcast.

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Research. You either hate it or you love it. But how important is it? Join Tina, Rhonda, Jen and Jamie as they learn together this week the “do’s” and “don’ts” of research, and how important it is to get your facts straight, even when you are writing fiction.

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You've seen it portrayed in movies. You've heard it bantered about in writing groups. You might have experienced it yourself. Writer's Block. Those two dreaded words that plague so many of us as some point in our writing journeys. Join Jamie, Rhonda and Jen as they harass, uh, er, I mean...as they discuss with Tina her current writing struggle.

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Even before you type the words, “The End,” you begin to feel it creep in -  the almost irrepressible desire to share what you have created with the world. We at the podcast have been there. 
Each of us has either witnessed or committed ourselves some sort of faux pas with regard to sharing writing before it is really the right time to do so. Therefore, in this episode, we  would like to ask you to “press pause,” and  take a moment to thoughtfully consider the ramifications of sharing something as precious and tender as your first draft. And, if and when the time comes when you are ready to do so, we’ve got just the answer to the question, “where is a safe place to do so?”
Tune in this week as we discuss, “Protecting your rough draft.”

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Having trouble hurting the characters in your work in progress? Join Rhonda, Tina, Jen and Jamie as they discuss the importance of causing pain to your characters.

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Greats like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis write it. Contemporary writers like Francine Rivers and Jonathan Cahn have as well. But what exactly is Allegory? And how in the world can emerging Christian Indies write it? join Jen, Jamie, Rhonda and Christina as they discuss allegory and answer questions from the LIVE chat.

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Join Rhonda, Jamie and Jen as they discuss ways to rip off the tape and get your writing some exposure.

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https://duotrope.com/ (Use the free feature to begin. We do not suggest you plunk down cash for this as a new writer.)
https://thegrinder.diabolicalplots.com/ (a free solution)

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Tune in this week as the ladies discuss tips and tricks for staying sane when your Work In Progress (WIP) is driving you crazy!

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This week on the podcast, the ladies discuss strategies for staying healthy during the cold and flu season, as well as any time of year.

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Do your descriptions seem drier than a crouton in the salad of  the literary world? Join Jamie, Rhonda, Christina and Jen as they discuss similes and metaphors. What are they? How can they improve your writing? Join us as we go back to elementary school and explore one of the "basics" of good writing.

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On this episode of the Christian Indie Writers, Jamie, Jen, Rhonda and Tina discuss Genre: How to know yours, how important it is, where to discover it. And, as always, they will share a piece of fresh, unedited work.