Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres

Join Me for a Free Live Training! Add it to your calendar here: https://www.addevent.com/event/LP24300245 📆 Tuesday, January 7th at 1 pm Eastern (10 am Pacific, 11 am Mountain, noon central) Topic: "Beyond the Book: How to Build Bridges and Spark a Ripple Effect With Your Message" In this live training, you'll learn about: ✅ The Mosaic: How your book is the first piece of a bigger picture God is creating through you. ✅ The Ripple Effect Plan: How even one simple step can amplify your book's reach and bless more lives. ✅ 3 Simple Steps to Create offers that naturally guide readers back to your book. ### Why Show Up Live? ✨ You'll leave with a clear, actionable Ripple Effect Plan for your book—a simple blueprint to multiply your message without feeling overwhelmed. ✨ Live Q&A: Get your questions answered in real-time so you can confidently take the next step. ✨ Clarity and Confidence: You'll finally see how to expand your impact while honoring the message God has entrusted to you—without overcomplicating it. God gave you this message for a reason. This training will help you take the next faithful step to serve your readers and unlock the greater story He's still writing. ** 📆 Save the Date and Add It to Your Calendar Now: https://www.addevent.com/event/LP24300245 If you can't make it live the replay will be posted here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_MxZkAom1Yk_s-6_cSYFLndXZpQqn3xwxwAwar6M-Zg/edit?tab=t.0

This year marks 20 years since I began my online business journey, and what a journey it has been! It's been filled with both challenges and blessings, but through it all, God has taught me so much. As I reflect on the last two decades, I want to share 20 lessons I've learned along the way. To celebrate this milestone, we're giving away our Kingdom Writers book for free from December 17–19, 2024. You can download your copy here.

Stuck Psalm 40:1-3 Are you familiar with the word "mire"? A mire is an area of wet, spongy earth like a bog or marsh. Have you ever been on a piece of land after the snow has melted or after a tremendous downpour of rain that leaves the land extremely muddy? Perhaps you've been on a trail where the mud cakes on the bottom of your shoes with every step and becomes heavy. Our lives can sometimes feel like this where we get stuck or each step forward becomes heavier and heavier. What did David do when he was stuck in the miry clay? How did he climb out of his slimy pit of despair? He waited upon the Lord. Waiting is difficult for us because we're impatient. So we try with all of our own effort to climb out of the mud. Like with David, God will hear our cries for help and will pull us out of that deep despair. We go from stuck to steady as He places us on firm, solid footing. This is God's grace in our lives. God is able to birth new words in our lives to share with the world. These words can be a "volume of praise to our God." Perhaps many will be amazed and put their trust in the Lord as we have. Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book we have a few ways we can help you. 1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week. 2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year, you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally, feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally, ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.

Shoring up Weaknesses "Shoring" is the process of temporarily supporting a building, vessel, structure, or trench with shores (props) when in danger of collapse or during repairs or alterations. Shoring comes from shore, a timber or metal prop. Shoring may be vertical, angled, or horizontal. 5 Lessons we can take from 2 Chronicles 32:1-8 Consult with trusted advisors - friends, pastors, counselors, fellow Kingdom writers - for wisdom and understanding moving forward. King Hezekiah showed humility by asking for help. Cut off anything that might fuel or refresh our enemy and allow him to prolong his attack. Sin is an obvious thing to cut off. Perhaps we also need to consider cutting off toxic people in our lives. Cut off the flow of toxic news or other social media that the enemy might utilize to create anxiety. Healing of the broken places in our lives. Shoring up those weaknesses to prevent the enemy from constantly zeroing in on those vulnerable areas. Perhaps forming a small prayer team could be a form of constructing a "second wall" outside the first. Manufacturing large numbers of weapons and shields could represent reading, meditating, and memorizing God's Word daily. Listening to godly teachings that help sharpen us. Reminding ourselves and others that we have a power far greater on our side. (2 Kings 6:15-17) Notice that Hezekiah was proactive in doing the things he could while also looking to the Lord for ultimate protection over his enemies. Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book we have a few ways we can help you. 1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week. 2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year, you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally, feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally, ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.

Hearing from Headquarters Whether it's in the military or a strategic undercover operation, hearing from headquarters is crucial in order to carry out important plans. How much more do we as Kingdom writers need to hear God's plans from headquarters? We must be willing to set aside time each day to soak in God's Word. Why would we need this important time? In order to get to know the God of that Word. As we do so, we become intimately acquainted with the character and ways that God might be leading us. When we get to know someone so well, we can almost finish their sentences. This is the idea we're looking at in getting to know God well. "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." - John 10:27 NLT "Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding. Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding. Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures." - Proverbs 2:2-4 NLT We tune our ears to the Lord like we might finely tune in a radio station and eliminate static. If you received news that somewhere in your backyard was buried a precious gem worth 5 million dollars, you would turn over every square inch of your property in search of that gem. How much more valuable is God's wisdom and direction for our lives, our writing, and the eternal nature of His plans? Nothing could be more important for us than hearing from headquarters and seeking the Lord fervently. Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book we have a few ways we can help you. 1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week. 2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year, you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally, feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally, ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.

Happy In Hiddenness 1 Samuel 16:1-13 v.4 – It was quite a shock to the Bethlehem elders that Samuel came to their town. They assumed something was wrong. v.6-7 – Even Samuel was enamored with Jesse's oldest son Eliab. But God wasn't impressed. He was looking at hidden traits, not outward superficial data. David wasn't even an option. He was out in the fields tending sheep and goats – a low-level job. Example of my Ray's Food Place job in high school. Stocking shelves in the back room at minimum wage ($3.85/hr) Many of you are tending sheep & goats in this season. You're living the hidden life and quietly honing your rock-slinging skills, practicing the harp, stringing words together, wondering if they're even going to see the light of day. Here are a few people who can relate: Joseph waiting 13 years from the time he was sold into slavery to getting his call to serve in the Palace of Pharaoh. Moses tending sheep for 40 years before encountering God in the burning bush, Jesus and his hidden years of serving in the family carpentry business between age 12 and 30. Karate Kid – Daniel learning the mundane, seemingly pointless tasks from Mr. Miyagi. Runners toiling away in the winter putting in miles in hiddenness. It was always interesting to find out who had been putting in the work when some of the Spring races began. David was cultivating his gifts in hiddenness. He had no idea what the Lord would do in his life and the positions he would be called to. He was most likely 14 or 15 years old when he was anointed by Samuel to be king in the presence of his father and older brothers. But guess where he went right after being anointed? Back to the fields, tending sheep and goats. How difficult would that be for us? It would be at least 15 years before he took the throne at age 30. In those years, David was in the school of trials, turmoil, and testing. Many of us want the throne without the trials and testing. But it's in these hidden years that the Lord does His best work is us. Is God enough for us? We see that David was known as a man after God's own heart. I believe he was enjoying and cultivating that heart after God during his hidden years…even before being anointed as Israel's future king. If God sees fit, He will anoint us and prepare us for the doors He's open at the perfect time. Our prayer closets are the ultimate hidden place where victories are cultivated and won. "But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you." – Matthew 6:6 NLT Rather than making our destination (i.e. published books) the idol, we can be happy in hiddenness, knowing our Father is growing and maturing us during this season. May we also be men and women after God's own heart, whether we're hidden or thrusted into the spotlight. Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book we have a few ways we can help you. 1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week. 2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.

Recovering What We Have Lost as Writers 2 Kings 6:1-7 In this little story tucked away in the Old Testament, we see several nuggets we can apply to our lives and our writing. Like the young prophet in the story, we may find ourselves losing our "cutting edge" and feeling powerless. This group of prophets were building a new meeting place and insisted that their leader, Elisha, accompany them down to the Jordan River where they would cut down trees for the new facility. They were busy doing good work until one of them lost his ax head which sank to the bottom of the Jordan. At times, we can also be busy doing good work until we lose our cutting edge. In our case, we can refer to the power of God as our cutting edge. It's the ability to get the job done most efficiently rather than relying on our own strength. Imagine trying to cut down a tree with only a wooden ax handle. It would be like our flesh trying to cut into the spiritual realm which is something bigger and more powerful than what we possess without the power of God. As Kingdom Writers, we need the ax head of the Spirit to accomplish writing that makes a dent and that's able to cut right to the heart of the matter in someone's life. Listen to this episode as CJ shares 4 steps to recover our cutting edge based on this Old Testament story. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

Do You Feel Rusty in Your Writing? "We must all either wear out or rust out, every one of us. My choice is to wear out." - Theodore Roosevelt "There is a time for everything. We wait on God to renew our batteries, and then when they are up to full power, we turn them loose into the work of God." - A.W. Tozer "Christians are like farm implements. Farm machinery seldom wears out. If you keep your machinery up, you can use it summer in and summer out until it becomes obsolete. The idle machine sitting in dampness will go to pieces in one season, but that same machine used for 10 years will only make it shine. One year of sitting around sulking will do more to rust your soul than 100 years of hard work, if God granted you that many years" - A.W. Tozer We can easily apply the above quotes to our own writing. There's certainly a time to rest but we must be careful not to rust. Writing is a skill that must be practiced and refined over time. Staying consistent with a writing habit will help "keep our machinery up" so we can use it year after year. As little as 15 minutes a day can go a long way to preventing us from rusting out as Kingdom writers. Ecclesiastes 11:4 (NLT) says, "Farmers who wait for perfect weather never plant. If they watch every cloud, they never harvest." Are we waiting for perfect conditions in our writing? If so, we may be in for a long wait which could allow our writing to become rusty. God is calling us to plant our words into the lives of others for His glory. Let's keep our pens active and the ink flowing, all for the purpose of fulfilling God's call on our lives. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

The Right Kind of Boasting In this episode of the Kingdom Writers Podcast, we look at the theme of boasting in the Lord rather than a boasting that originates from the flesh. We look at Paul's teachings from 2 Corinthians 10:13-18. It seems that there were some people trying to influence the church in Corinth and taking credit for the ministry taking place there. Paul will not be pulled into a competition with others but simply points to the work they did in planting the church there. Paul's desire was to see the ministry extended beyond the borders of what they did while living among the church in Corinth. He wanted nothing more than for this church to grow and mature to the point where they were multiplying beyond their local area. As writers, we have opportunities to see our borders extended through the words we write. Our books can go far and wide in their influence and reach people we wouldn't be able to in person. Paul quotes Jeremiah 9:24 to emphasize the right kind of boasting. We get a little more of a full picture in verses 23-24, "This is what the Lord says: "Don't let the wise boast in their wisdom, or the powerful boast in their power, or the rich boast in their riches. But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone: that they truly know me and understand that I am the Lord who demonstrates unfailing love and who brings justice and righteousness to the earth, and that I delight in these things. I, the Lord, have spoken!" In our world of constant self-promotion through social media, these verses cause us to always be intentional about pointing to the Lord as our Source of creativity and inspiration. He is the reason we call ourselves Kingdom Writers. It's a privilege to even be called children of God. As we encourage our fellow Kingdom Writers, we are also recognizing what the Lord is doing in and through them. As followers of Jesus, we are on the same team. At the end of the day, we can boast in the Lord for all He continues to do in our writing! The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

Do The Work 2 Timothy 4:5 - "As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry." Paul gives young Timothy four things to do in this powerful little verse… Be sober-minded - In a world where others may be losing their minds, we are to remain clear in our thinking and focused on the things God has for us Endure suffering - Whether from other people or from our spiritual enemy, we are told to endure which is the ability to withstand pain or hardship Do the work - In Timothy's case, Paul specifically instructs him to do the work of an evangelist. As Kingdom writers, we might be instructed to "do the work of a writer." Fulfill Your Ministry - Whatever God has called us to do, we are to complete that task and fulfill what He's called us to do. Fulfill the ministry of writing that book that needs to get into specific hands the Lord wants to encourage What does it mean to "do the work"? We'll look at this topic as it pertains to the Kingdom writer. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

Don't miss out! The Courageous Writer Bundle ends 5/7/24 at midnight eastern. Get yours here: https://courageouswriterbundle.com/ 1. Listen to podcasts for free. Check out my private podcast, Hitz Blitz here: https://trainingauthors.com/hitzblitz 2. Attend online conferences and summits. Sign up to one of the editions of the Kingdom Writers Conference here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/editions/ 3. Sign up for bundles. We are hosting the Courageous Writer Bundle with over 40 experts. It ends 5/7/24 so make sure to get yours now here: https://courageouswriterbundle.com/ Which option will you choose this week?

Get valuable insights on writing as a ministry and reaching the right audience for your message as Shelley discusses the importance of consistently creating and publishing content to serve your intended audience, understanding and identifying your target readers. Take a Step of Faith and Finally Finish Your Book You have a story to tell. But creating a book that makes an impact isn't easy, especially without support and guidance. Our online community, Christian Book Academy, is where we help you write words that leave a legacy, self-publish books that fulfill your calling, and connect with a wider audience. Click here to learn more.

If there's one thing we've learned over the years about the writing life, it's that a person needs to have a passion for writing. This passion is fueled by the God we desire to partner with in order to write lasting words of impact. After all, the Kingdom writer is one who is gifted and called by God. The prophet Jeremiah describes our calling with these words, "But if I say I'll never mention the Lord or speak in his name, his word burns in my heart like a fire. It's like a fire in my bones! I am worn out trying to hold it in! I can't do it!" (Jeremiah 20:9 NLT) Can you relate to feeling this way? Are the words inside you like a fire in your bones until you're able to get those words onto paper? But like many things in life, sometimes our passion and fire can grow dim. Somewhere along the way, we forget about the love we once had for the craft of writing. Instead, we become focused on the destination or the finished product and become impatient when things aren't lining up the way we want. Listen in as we talk about recovering our first love for Jesus and a renewed passion in our writing. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

If you're interested in knowing how to find your audience of readers, we highly recommend you listen to this episode. Shelley talks about the significance of knowing where your audience hangs out online and how to engage with established groups. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

Why choose to self-publish a book? Join us for this episode as Shelley discusses the opportunities presented by self-publishing, bypassing traditional publishing timelines, and the advantages for authors like you. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

In this episode, Shelley shares insights on how to keep your creativity flowing and seek guidance from God in the writing process. What is the importance of refilling your creative well and how do you do it? Listen to this episode to find out. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

Hagar & Ishmael were sent away Genesis 21:14-19 Is it possible that in her pain & despair, Hagar assumes the worst-that God is not with her and that He will not help her, that He doesn't see her suffering-and that this perspective blinds her to the well in front of her? Is it possible that in our own trials and pain, we let that same lie sneak in? Maybe this time He won't come to my aid-and my eyes become so fixed on that lie that I'm blinded to the grace and joy right in front of me, all around me, or perhaps right around the corner? We need God to open our eyes to ideas and possibilities for our books even when our resources have been used up and we feel like we're dying in the desert. He wants to inject hope into our writing like a cool glass of water in the midst of drought. As you may recall, Hagar found herself in the desert more than once. In chapter 16, near a spring in the desert as a pregnant runaway, she encountered the angel of the Lord and declared, "You are the God who sees me" (El-roi) You & I will also find ourselves in the desert more than once. And more than once, the God who sees us will be more than faithful to provide for our deepest need as we cry out to Him. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

Are you ready to take your book marketing to the next level? Learn a 5-step marketing plan to effectively promote and sell your book. Listen to this episode and unlock the potential of your book! Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

Glean insightful tips on the post-publishing phase, including the importance of the book launch and ongoing marketing as Shelley discusses what to expect once your book is released and out in the public. Tune in to know more! Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

In this episode, Shelley shares valuable insights on how to persevere and complete a full-length novel. Get to know the importance of knowing your why, establishing a community for support and accountability, and incorporating God into the writing, publishing, and marketing process. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

Jesus's earthly father Joseph was an unsung hero. Joseph displayed obedience and played a key role in God's plan played out through Jesus. Joseph can sometimes be in the background, blending in without much notice. After receiving dream after dream (Matthew 1:20; 2:13-14; 2:19-21; 2:22) from the Lord, Joseph had a choice to obey which he did in every instance. He chose to walk this unexpected journey with his wife Mary and their "God in the flesh" son. God was and still is more than capable of protecting us like He did the baby Jesus from being snuffed out by the enemy. He's more than capable of protecting the Kingdom writer and the books they are called to birth into the world. May we listen to the Lord, whether in our dreams or any other means God wants to intervene in our lives. Like Joseph, we may find ourselves in a story that we never expected and wondering what the Lord has up His sleeve. And like Joseph the carpenter, we can humbly live out our lives as a different kind of carpenter where we build things with the raw material of words and ideas from the Lord. Joseph had no idea what kind of adventure he was signing up for…and neither did we. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

Get ideas on the best ways to sell your books online and how leveraging other people's experiences and feedback about your book—whether it's through reviews or personal stories—can engage your email list effectively. Listen to this episode and discover how marketing authentically can make a meaningful impact on connecting with readers. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

If you're looking for the best self-publishing companies, this episode is right for you. What are the differences between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing? And how do you learn the top choices for print and ebook distribution for your book? Listen to this episode to find out. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

Are you struggling with your writing organization? This might just be the episode for you to tune in. Listen in as Shelley shares practical and effective tips to help you overcome those challenges. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

Many writers often find themselves entangled in a web of fear and self-sabotage, but how can one overcome them? In this episode, Shelley shares amazing insights on how to break free from the paralyzing grip of fear and embrace the purpose-driven journey of your writing. Take a Step of Faith and Finally Finish Your Book You have a story to tell. But creating a book that makes an impact isn't easy, especially without support and guidance. Our online community, Christian Book Academy, is where we help you write words that leave a legacy, self-publish books that fulfill your calling, and connect with a wider audience. Click here to learn more.

2 Kings 22 & 23 King Josiah's reforms all started with finding a book in the Temple. The High Priest Hilkiah found the Book of the Law which had been lost for years. Josiah was 26 when this Book of the Law was found and he repented when he began reading what was contained in the Law. He then sent a delegation to the Temple to inquire of the Lord. The prophet Huldah shared a message from the Lord that judgment was coming but that it would come after Josiah's lifetime. Josiah could have coasted into retirement and done nothing but he decided to do everything possible to help his people follow the Lord. His reforms led to a great revival among the people. It all began with a book that was lost and found. How will the Lord use our books both now and in the future? He may use our books in ways beyond our comprehension. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

In this episode, Shelley talks about how selling can be a natural extension of helping and serving others. Whether you write devotions, fiction, or children's books, you can engage with your audience on a personal level and authentically promote your work. Listen to this episode to find out. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

Whether you're a budding author with a passion for storytelling or an experienced writer on a budget, this episode provides a roadmap to navigate the self-publishing landscape without draining your bank account. Join Shelley as she talks about turning your limited resources into a powerful advantage on your path to becoming a successful self-published author. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

Are you looking for effective ways on how to establish a consistent writing habit? In this episode, Shelley delves into this topic and emphasizes the importance of finding a routine that works for each individual writer, and shares three tips to help achieve this. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

Henri is a ship builder who tears up his boats just before finishing. Some think he is crazy but one recognizes Henri is afraid of the water. He likes boats but is afraid of going out on the water. He tears up the boat so he doesn't actually need to launch the boat. - Cannery Row by John Steinbeck What are you and I afraid of as writers? Matthew 14:22-33 – Read and stop at various points along the way "He alone has spread out the heavens and marches on the waves of the sea." – Job 9:8 "You rule the oceans. You subdue their storm-tossed waves." – Psalm 89:9 Jesus does what the scriptures say God alone does. He calms the chaos with his toes. Jesus will get us across the stormy seas that arise in our writing journeys. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

While the holiday season book sales may almost be over, the beginning of the year offers unique opportunities for authors to capitalize on a fresh start and the post-holiday reading boom. With many people receiving Kindles or gift cards for Christmas, there is an opportunity to promote your books. In this episode, Shelley offers three ideas for special promotions. Listen to this episode to know what they are. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

Navigating the path to publication can be filled with challenges as well as scams targeting aspiring authors. In today's episode, Shelley discusses the common tactics scammers use and some advice to navigate the offers you're receiving. Listen to this episode to find out. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

As festivities abound, maintaining a writing routine can be challenging. In this episode, Shelley provides valuable insights to help you navigate the holiday season while staying true to your writing aspirations. Listen in for a dose of motivation and practical advice to make your writing journey merry and bright! Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

With the abundance of information available for all of us right now, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stuck. Whether you're feeling lost or just seeking some fresh inspiration, it's important to learn how to take action so you can make progress in your writing journey. But how do you implement the things you've learned as a writer? Listen to this episode to find out. Take a Step of Faith and Finally Finish Your Book You have a story to tell. But creating a book that makes an impact isn't easy, especially without support and guidance. Our online community, Christian Book Academy, is where we help you write words that leave a legacy, self-publish books that fulfill your calling, and connect with a wider audience. Click here to learn more.

1 Corinthians 16:8-9 "In the meantime, I will be staying here at Ephesus until the Festival of Pentecost. There is a wide-open door for a great work here, although many oppose me." (NLT) "But I will stay on at Ephesus until Pentecost, because a great door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me." (NIV) "But I will tarry in Ephesus until Pentecost. For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries." (NKJV) "For the present, I'm staying right here in Ephesus. A huge door of opportunity for good work has opened up here. (There is also mushrooming opposition.)" (The Message) We can all get behind a wide-open door of opportunity. It makes me think of an offensive line in a football game creating a huge hole for the running back to go through. A TV commentator might say something like, "Man, you could have driven a semi-truck through there!" There are some doors in life that God opens to us that are just too obvious not to walk through. We want to hang around where God's hand is obviously at work, especially if we can play an active role in it with things like our call to write. But what about the opposition and adversary part? "And what value was there in fighting wild beasts—those people of Ephesus—if there will be no resurrection from the dead?" – 1 Corinthians 15:32a You can read about a key story regarding that opposition Paul is referring to in Acts 19:23-41. A silversmith named Demetrius stirred up a riot by accusing Paul and his companions of trying to make their god Artemis irrelevant and diminish its influence. At the root of this was the threat of losing business and livelihood. But why would Paul want to hang around a place like this? 1.) Paul considered it a privilege to suffer for Christ (Philippians 1:29) 2.) Opposition is a sign that the work (writing) we do is being effective. I would even argue that the more fruitful and effective our work for the Lord, the fiercer the opposition. Paul is such a good model for us as Kingdom Writers. We need not be discouraged when we face opposition from an enemy and a world opposed to our Kingdom message. Perhaps we can form a muscle memory response of considering it a privilege and blessing when opposition arises. As priestly pens in the hands of the Author of Life, let's continue being on the lookout for those wide-open doors of opportunity! The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could find a balance between the different aspects of your writing journey? In today's quick episode, Shelley shares helpful tips on how to effectively market your books while simultaneously working on your next book and how consistently doing small marketing tasks can lead to long-term results. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

While some authors may have reservations about using Amazon, there are certainly major benefits to selling on the platform. Listen to this episode as Shelley talks about why authors should consider selling their books on Amazon and how it can provide convenient access to a large readership and streamline the publishing process. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

A pen name is a fictional name that authors choose to use instead of their real name. In this episode, Shelley discusses the advantages and challenges that come with using a pen name when publishing your book. How do you consider the pros and cons carefully? Listen to this episode to find out. Kingdom Writers Conference: Write Your Story Edition We are hosting a FREE online event to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting legacy. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/story/

When we think of refreshment, we might think of ice cream, popsicles, or snow cones during the summer heat. Or perhaps some iced tea or lemonade on a sweltering day. I would like us to think of our writing and the books we publish as another form of refreshment. Let's look at a little verse tucked away in Proverbs to help add to this concept. Proverbs 25:13 in various translations… "Trustworthy messengers refresh like snow in summer. They revive the spirit of their employer." – NLT "Like a snow-cooled drink at harvest time is a trustworthy messenger to the one who sends him; he refreshes the spirit of his master." – NIV "Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters." – ESV "Reliable friends who do what they say are like cool drinks in sweltering heat—refreshing!" – The Message "Trustworthy Messengers" "Faithful Messengers" "Reliable Friends" We would all agree that the more valuable an item or message is that's being sent, the more refreshing its delivery. There's a difference between waiting for an order of stickers compared to a $10,000 cashier's check you're expecting. In both examples, we are hoping for a trustworthy, faithful, and reliable delivery. But there's a greater refreshment or gratefulness that takes place when the cashier's check arrives safely. But notice who is most refreshed in these verses – It's the master or employer. You and I have been given a valuable message to carry to a world that's sweltering under a heavy burden. Not only will our words be a refreshment to those who read them…but also a refreshment to our Master upon their delivery. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could spend more time doing what you love–writing–and less time worrying about promoting your work? Today, Shelley talks about the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Email Marketing and how these two powerful tools can help you reach your readers more effectively, all while giving you more precious time to focus on your writing. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy herehttps://www.trainingauthors.com/ideas/. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

If you want to publish your book but are often held back by the daunting scope and cost of self-publishing, then multi-author book projects or anthologies might just be the solution you've been searching for. Listen to this episode as Shelley talks about this exciting and innovative way to get your writing in front of new readers. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

Writing a book can sometimes feel like navigating a maze with no map. Whether you're feeling stuck or just seeking some fresh inspiration, using interviews can help you bring your book to life. But how do you use interviews so that your words can reach a wider audience? Listen to this episode to find out. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

1 Chronicles 28 In this chapter, we see King David commissioning his son Solomon to build the Temple. This is a project David wanted to complete but God had other plans. Instead, David's son would undertake the work of seeing it completed. David had very specific things he wanted his son to think about and do… V. 9 - "And Solomon, my son, learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve him with your whole heart and a willing mind…" Everything would flow out of this intimacy with the Lord. Knowing God sets everything else in the right direction, including our writing that we undertake for the Lord. V. 10 - "So take this seriously. The Lord has chosen you to build a Temple as his sanctuary. Be strong, and do the work." Our call to write words that outlive us should be taken seriously. Like David said to Solomon, Jesus tells us Kingdom writers to be strong and do the work. V. 19 - "Every part of this plan," David told Solomon, "was given to me in writing from the hand of the Lord." God has a specific plan for the books He is calling us to write. He will lead us one sentence at a time. V. 20 - "Then David continued, "Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don't be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. He will see to it that all the work related to the Temple of the Lord is finished correctly." This is similar to God telling Joshua to be strong and courageous as he leads Israel into the Promised Land. In the same way, God tells us to be strong and courageous as Kingdom writers. He won't forsake us. He will see to it that the work related to our books is finished correctly. You and I have been commissioned by the King of kings to write books that impact others for His glory! The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

In this day and age of endless streams of information, we can find ourselves acquiring a lot of information without actually doing something. Today, Shelley talks about the power of taking action and making progress and how it can help you move forward in your writing. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting legacy. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/story/ The Power of Publishing Your Own Discovery Book Instead of constantly selling your books and services in a discovery call, what if you could publish something on your own and use it to attract your target audience? Sounds great, right? Listen to this episode as Shelley talks about this exciting and innovative way to connect with people. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting legacy. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/story/ Writing Emotionally Painful Topics Today, we're diving into something that every Kingdom Writer faces at some point - writing emotionally painful topics. How do you do it with grace and empathy and what are the strategies to help you write better? Listen to this episode to find out. Free: Writing Wheel Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here. Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers' block? Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting legacy. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/story/ Prayer and Fasting for Your Future Readers In this episode, we're diving into an often overlooked but powerful aspect of the writing journey - prayer and fasting. As authors, we invest countless hours honing our writing skills, but what if we dedicated 10% of that time to prayer? Join us as Shelley talks about how prayer and fasting can positively impact your writing and connect you with your future readers in even greater ways.

When we read the story of the wedding at Cana and Jesus turning water into wine (John 2:1-11) we see several characters we can identify with. Mary shows us to expect Jesus to do big things, but not to tell Him how to do them The servants show us to obey Jesus without question and to the "brim", and to enjoy being part of the miracle The bridegroom shows us that Jesus loves to save the day and give extravagant gifts The master of the feast shows us that Jesus saves the best for last The disciples show us that this miracle was for real Regarding the servants filling the 6 stone pots to the brim, Charles Spurgeon said this is the pattern for our faith and obedience… "When you are bidden to believe in him, believe in him up to the brim. When you are told to love him, love him up to the brim. When you are commanded to serve him, serve him up to the brim." We can add, when you are called to write words that glorify God, write those words up to the brim. The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully. Get access to the video and PDF download now here.

Today, we talk about a gem that many writers tend to overlook but can be a powerful tool to reach new readers: strategic partnerships with local businesses to boost book sales. Listen as Shelley talks about the benefits of this strategy and how you can turn this simple method as part of your marketing asset as a writer. Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it's time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives. Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here. Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money You've got a book you're proud of. Now you're looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. Good news! You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here.

Writing can be a fulfilling process, but it can also be challenging, especially when stress and anxiety creep in. In this episode, Shelley talks about the benefits of box breathing, how it helps to take control of our focus and creative flow, and the practical ways to implement it into your writing routine. Download Your Publishing Map If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps. Download it now for free here. Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days. Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about) The formula I've used to easily price my books The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll Get started now here.