Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/ Get Unstuck in Your Writing Do you feel stuck at writing? Or are you an "unwriting" writer? In this episode, Shelley talks about how to get back to the basics of writing and how to move on into the deep work of it. Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/ 1 Kings 19:1-9 Elijah has just been used by the Lord to win a mighty battle atop Mount Carmel against the prophets of Baal. The smoke on the altar was probably still smoldering when he found himself fleeing for his life into the wilderness. It seems Jezebel put a hefty price on his head and vowed revenge for the 400 prophets of Baal who were killed at Elijah's command. Now this mighty man of God is feeling drained-physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. He was feeling so low that he even asked the Lord to take his life. Turns out he simply needed to eat something. We as Kingdom writers cannot afford to go without spiritual nourishment daily. There is a real enemy who has put a price on our heads and is angry that we write words inspired by God. Without daily nourishment, we will soon grow weak like Elijah. Connecting with God our Power source will give us fuel for the writing journey! 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on May 4th, 2023 to help you discover proven strategies that will empower you to confidently launch your book into the world so you can reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact with the message God has placed on your heart. Register for free here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/launch/ Launching a book can be quite overwhelming, especially for introverted authors who may feel uncomfortable with promotion and marketing. In this episode, we talk about 3 simple and effective ideas that can help overcome these barriers to help you launch and successfully promote your book. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Book Marketing Strategies for Introverts: https://www.trainingauthors.com/book-marketing-strategies Publisher Rocket - a tool to help you discover what keyword phrases people are searching on Amazon and so much more. Find out more here: https://trainingauthors.com/publisherrocket 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/ideas/

Whether you're currently in the early stages of writing your book or in the final phase of your draft, it's important to know how to properly format your book. In this episode, Shelley walks you through the process of book formatting and discusses the proper way to use formatting tools as you write your book. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

Having a Christian Writing Coach could be beneficial for you to take your writing to the next level. They will help you improve your skills while keeping an eye to share your story for God's glory. But how do you find one? Listen to this episode to learn more. Get Coaching from CJ and Shelley Hitz If you're looking for a Christian Writing Coach, we can help! Christian Book Academy is our online membership where you can get access to us, CJ and Shelley Hitz, as your Christian writing coach online. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom writers here.

Publishing a new edition of your book can be challenging, but it is also highly rewarding. It can breathe new life into a book that may already have its moment along with other benefits as well. In this episode, Shelley Hitz and Shae Bynes talk about Shae's bestselling book, Grace Over Grind, and the process of publishing a new edition of her book. Shae Bynes is a passionate storyteller, mentor, and strategist who equips leaders to be catalysts for transformation in the marketplace. Known as "Chief Fire Igniter", Shae co-founded the Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur movement in 2012, and her most popular book Grace Over Grind: How Grace Will Take Your Business Where Grinding Can't is shifting the way people live, work, and engage the world around them. Whether she is sharing on platforms publicly or consulting privately, you can expect Shae to deliver an abundance of truth with love, grace, and contagious joy. Learn more about her book here: https://www.graceovergrind.com/

In the stories of Sarah, Rebekah, Hannah, and Mary we see what was "inconceivable" become conceivable. Each of these women conceived against all odds. Each required God's supernatural intervention in order to conceive and give birth to a child. This is the same God who supernaturally touches the empty places in our lives in order to conceive something that blesses the world. Our books will bless the world if they're conceived by God. Genesis 21:1-2 - Sarah Genesis 25:21 - Rebekah 1 Samuel 1:10-11 - Hannah Luke 1:30-31, 35 - Mary Do you believe God can help you overcome the inconceivable? 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

I'm letting you in on a secret: there's an effective way to grow your audience using the power of collaborations with other authors. What exactly is a solo email swap and how can it help you reach more potential readers and followers? Listen to this episode to find out more. Solo Email Swap Toolkit Are you looking to grow your author platform fast with a proven and effective strategy to get the instant trust of your audience? The Solo Email Swap Toolkit will help you do that exactly. Get instant access to the Solo Email Swap Toolkit when you join Christian Book Academy and attend our live implementation session on 3/23 Click here to get this toolkit when you join Christian Book Academy.

Did you know that you can easily grow your audience and increase your engagement by including a free lead magnet in your book? Absolutely! In this episode, Shelley talks about 3 reasons to do this and how you, as an author, will be able to expand your reach to a wider audience while saving you a ton of time and money. Kingdom Writers Conference Email Marketing edition Do you want to connect with the right readers so you can bring your beautiful message to the world without wasting your time on strategies that don't work? If so, this event is for YOU! This FREE one-day conference will help you unlock the power of email marketing to effectively grow your audience, consistently sell more books, and free up valuable time for writing. Get your free ticket here.

If you're in the process of writing or publishing a book, you already know how much hard work and dedication it takes to bring your God-given dream to life. However, the reality is that writing your book is just half of the battle. You also want to have an audience of readers who are ready and eager to buy your book. In this episode, we talk about what it means to have your own author platform and how it will effectively help you grow your audience and sell more books. Kingdom Writers Conference Email Marketing edition Do you want to connect with the right readers so you can bring your beautiful message to the world without wasting your time on strategies that don't work? If so, this event is for YOU! This FREE one-day conference will help you unlock the power of email marketing to effectively grow your audience, consistently sell more books, and free up valuable time for writing. Get your free ticket here.

In Matthew 2, we read about some "wisemen" who traveled from the East to bring gifts along with their worship of this newborn King of the Jews. Scholars believe they came from Babylon (modern day Baghdad, Iraq) or perhaps Persia (modern day Iran). In either case, they would have traveled 900-1200 miles by camel and arrived when Jesus was anywhere from 6 months to 2 years old. You can imagine how excited they would have been to finally arrive at their destination. We read these words in Matthew 2:10-11, "When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! They entered the house and saw the child with his mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh." In hindsight, each of these wisemen would have said it was worth the trip to see this newborn King Jesus with their own eyes. As Kingdom Writers, we will also look back on our lives and say our writing journey was worth the trip, regardless of how arduous. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

Did you know that podcasting is one of the most effective ways to help you grow your audience and sell more books? In this episode, we are joined by Eric Nevins as we talk about podcasting for authors and why you should consider it. If you are one of the many authors who wants to explore podcasting this year, this one's for you. About Eric Nevins As an experienced podcaster, Eric Nevins has worked with hundreds of podcasters to improve their podcast. After years of working in the financial industry, Eric launched Get Curious Media to serve Christian businesses and ministries launching their own audio content platforms. He holds a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary and resides in Denver with his wife, four kids, and a wonder dog. Resources mentioned in the interview Christian Podcast Guest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/954080928312413 Christian Podcasters Association: https://www.facebook.com/groups/804999833009547 Want to get booked on podcasts? If so, we've put together a toolkit so you can find, track, and reach out to podcast hosts and see opportunities begin to open up for you. Find out more here: https://bookmarketingshop.com/products/get-booked-on-podcasts-toolkit

Time flies so fast when you're having fun, right? Well time sure has flown for us since first launching Christian Book Academy with a beta group in February 2015 with 25 members. Over the years, God has blessed us and we've been able to help hundreds of authors write, self-publish, and market their books. As we celebrate our 8 year memberversary, we hosted a group writing session called the 15-Minute Writer. For some writers, there simply isn't enough time in the day to get all the writing done. This group writing session will help you improve your writing skills and if you haven't tried a group writing session, you'll be amazed at what you can get done in 15 minutes. Your story needs to be told so here is your shot at getting those thoughts out of your head, into the world and onto paper. Not only will you get valuable writing tips but you'll have time to share with other like-minded writers. So join us at the 15-minute writer group writing session and unleash your creative juices! This works for writing your marketing content as well as writing a book. Get access to the replay here.

Publishing a book isn't something that you can do overnight. It takes time, work and patience in order to finish it. But if you want to see your book become a reality and share it with the world, you may want to consider blogging it. In this episode, we share 3 reasons to consider blogging your book and why many known authors are doing it as well and how you can also benefit from it. SEO for Authors Learn how to optimize your website, blog posts, and pages! As an author, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is one of the most effective ways to market your books. In this training, you will know the strategies and techniques to help your website rank higher on search engine results pages. Click here to get more information.

Whether you're in the process of writing your book or you have already published one, repurposing your content is a great way to reach new audiences and increase engagement. In this episode, we talk about how this method allows you to make the most out of the content you create while keeping in touch with your audience so you can reach more people. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Kingdom Marketing Mindset for Authors FREE Youversion plan: http://bible.us/r/8tj Kindle eBook ($0.99): https://amzn.to/3vhBWxN Mini-Series on the Hitz Blitz private podcast: https://trainingauthors.com/hitzblitz We pray it encourages you!

Habakkuk was a prophet who had some complaints to air out to God. He wasn't happy with the way his fellow Jewish people were living and he let the Lord know. The Lord replies to this minor prophet by telling him He indeed had a plan for His people and He would use the cruel Babylonians to accomplish His purposes. Now Habakkuk has several questions regarding God's method of discipline. After asking his series of questions, we read these words, "I will climb up to my watchtower and stand at my guardpost. There I will wait to see what the Lord says and how he will answer my complaint." (Habakkuk 2:1 NLT) We all have complaints and questions as we journey through life. Habakkuk gives us an invitation to go back and forth with God to see what He's up to in the world. But like Habakkuk, we must also be prepared to wait patiently for the Lord's reply. In the end, like this prophet, we will find ourselves amazed and ready to fall to our faces in worship before this God who knows what He's doing. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

Our most recent Kingdom Writers Conference was all about selling more books using the power of collaborations. One of our speakers, Jess Kotzer, is hosting her event Sell With Collabs right now and interviewed Shelley on the topic. Enjoy this episode as Shelley shares how collaborations have helped her sell more books and grow her business. Jess Kozer has made it her mission to help other brands grow their audience through promotional partnerships and collaboration. She has built a strong community for herself through these strategies and has discovered that working with other brands and showcasing their work is a highly effective and enjoyable way to grow her own audience, rather than relying on traditional self-promotion tactics. By sharing her expertise and experience with others, Jess is able to help other businesses succeed and reach their full potential. FREE Sell With Collabs Event + Bundle This is going to be an amazing event where you can learn how to sell more books with the power of collaborations. Plus, you can choose to upgrade and get a bundle of training for writers including our Get Booked on Podcasts Toolkit ($47 value). Sign up for free here: https://trainingauthors.com/sellwithcollabs

ISBNs and barcodes are necessary when publishing print books and getting them into the hands of people who might be interested. But it can also be a very confusing topic for self-published authors. Learn more about what you need to know when it comes to self-publishing a book in this episode. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

The past year has been a roller coaster of events and lessons. One that brought many surprises, but also many lessons learned that will carry us into 2023. Each year brings new opportunities and challenges in life, and while it's tempting to look back on or even relive those events from last year, it's important to look forward. I'm going to go ahead and make a bold prediction here: at the end of this year, we're all going to look back, with a new perspective on everything. Things will look clearer, brighter, and truer than ever. What are the things we can learn from and what can we do differently? Know more about what I learned in 2022 and what I will be doing differently in 2023 by listening to this episode. Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

What difference will my book make in the world? What difference can one person make? Is my life really contributing very much? "Every waterfall begins with a single drop of water" One single drop of iodine will purify 8oz of water One single bee can pollinate as many as 5000 flowers in a day! The lifespan of a bee is 30-60 days which means one bee could pollinate 150,000-300,000 flowers in their brief life. One bee will produce one tablespoon of honey in their lifetime. There's a reason we use the phrase "busy bee". "I looked for someone who might rebuild the wall of righteousness that guards the land. I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn't have to destroy the land, but I found no one." – Ezekiel 22:30 (NLT) God was looking for one person then and He still looks for one person today to join Him in what He's doing on the earth. One little boy shared his lunch of bread and fish with Jesus…which Jesus then fed 5000 with. We need to shift from a limiting mindset to a limitless mindset. From saying it's impossible to asking, "What is possible?" What are the possibilities of how God could use your book? Your life? 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

Today we are joined by several book marketing experts to share their book marketing predictions for 2023. Our guest experts include: Kim Steadman: www.kimsteadman.com Ruth L. Snyder: https://linktr.ee/ruthlsnyder Benecia Ponder: www.inspirationalauthors.com Shelley Hitz: www.bookmarketingshop.com What are your predictions for book marketing in 2023? What do you plan to do differently? We would love to hear your thoughts inside our free group here. 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: https://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: https://minimarketingmessages.com

In today's episode, you will learn the big impact of writing small kindle books. You'll find out why smaller books sell well, how a shorter book really is a quick win for you as an author, and what length your book should be to maximize your impact. You'll also learn tips on how you can get started today on your first (or next) Kindle eBook. This episode was initially recorded as one of the presentations in our Kingdom Writers Conference: Count the Costs edition in May 2022. You can get all the conference recordings as a bonus to our Procrastination to Publication workshop. Publish Your Kindle eBook 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/ Featured Author This week we are featuring one of our Christian Book Academy members, Sandra Richardson. After finishing the Procrastination to Publication Workshop, Sandra got the tools she needed to actually get her books formatted and self-published. She received information on the types of publishing and the steps to follow when publishing a book. She gained information on the various options for formatting and pricing. She learned the best way to purchase ISBNs and other gems from the course. Awesome, Sandra! 🥳 Check out her book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Still-Talk-God-Daily/dp/B0B45C7Q4B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=BYG6ZV14ANLG&keywords=be+still+and+talk+with+god+daily&qid=1657512860&sprefix=%2Caps%2C45&sr=8-1

If you are lacking the motivation to move forward in your writing, publishing, or marketing; join Shelley in this guided prayer. This is an excerpt from our War Room prayer meeting with Christian Book Academy members. In this episode, we will spend time listening to God in these four steps: Ask God what is weighing you down. Ask God to cleanse you from any sin or the residue of the world. Ask God to fill you with His strength and Holy Spirit, our "power from on high" (Luke 24:49). Open your heart to receive God's love for you and to love Him. Check out 30 days of resilience in the free Pause app mentioned in step four here: https://www.pauseapp.com/ Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13; Zechariah 4:6-10 After nearly 80 years of being in exile, the Jewish people would return to their homeland and begin rebuilding the Temple that had been destroyed by the Babylonians. After the foundation had been completed, those who were old enough to remember the glory of Solomon's temple began to wail and bemoan this newer version due to its modesty. The newer generation celebrated the accomplishment and rejoiced over the work being done. Perhaps you have felt like you're returning to your writing project after being in exile for years. Maybe you've been comparing your work to that of others or the work you accomplished long ago. Like His message through the prophet Zechariah regarding this foundation being laid, we can also take comfort by applying these words to where we find ourselves… "Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel's hand." - Zechariah 4:10a No matter where you find yourself in the writing and marketing journey, take time to celebrate the foundation being laid and the progress God has helped bring thus far! 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

We are so excited to share some marketing tips from our Christian Book Academy Members today. Join our community of Kingdom Writers here: https://christianbookacademy.com/ 1.) Dak Frederick: Is The Business Card Dead? Book: 101 Things Every Man Should Know: To Experience a Life Of Victory and Impact https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0578951967/ 2.) Esther Espinoza: What's in your hand? Books: www.gigistorylibrary.com.au 3.) Tanecia Mitchell: No more comfort zones: practical tips to get more people to read your book! Book: Renew the Inner You: A practical guide to counter your thoughts, emotions, and responses www.amazon.com/dp/B09MK51YG7 Join Us! Your newsfeed and inbox are probably being flooded today with offers (and if you live in the US, your belly may soon be stuffed with turkey *yum*). I'm excited to share with you all the details for the Black Friday sale we're running: 🥳 For writers who want to self-publish and market their books… Join Christian Book Academy today for only $39, so you can finally Write your story's first draft Finish your final draft Self-publish and launch your first book Learn advanced book marketing strategies You'll also get 52 bonuses (exclusive to this Black Friday sale only) 🥳 For published authors… You can get everything in the Book Marketing Shop for 50% OFF. Just use the coupon code SAVEBIG2022. Take advantage of this deal to save time, money, and sanity on strategizing your book marketing! These major offers will expire on 11/30/22 at midnight eastern time. 👉Join us here: https://trainingauthors.com/blackfriday/

The holiday season is the perfect time to sell books as well as host book signing events. But how do you set up an event like this and how can you make it more dynamic? In this episode, we discuss this topic with our special guest, Susan Neal. You will learn more about hosting your own holiday book signing event and how you can make the most of selling more books from Black Friday to the first week of January. Connect with Susan here: https://christianpublishers.net/free-gift/ 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: https://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: https://minimarketingmessages.com

How do you remain consistent and faithful to your God-given goal? How do you keep the "main thing" your main thing? In this episode, we dig deeper into this topic with our special guest, Marnie Swedberg, as we talk about what happens when we fully embrace and align ourselves with our God-given dreams. Connect with Marnie here: https://www.marnie.com 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

On numerous occasions throughout scripture, believers are referred to as "priests." Here's a notable reference (and more in the book, which you can get for free later!) "But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God's very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of darkness into his wonderful light." (1 Peter 2:9 NLT) Jesus opened the door for anyone to become Kingdom priests and devote their lives completely to serving Him. For many of us, part of that service includes the words we write. It's why we like referring to Christian writers as "priestly pens." As Christian writers, we have this compulsion to write words that honor our King. And this desire is given to us by that same King, Imagine the Author of life partnering with you and me (the pens) to write words that impact others now and will later outlive us. ❤️ God alone gives us that power. He'll always supply the resources we need when we aim to please Him. So if you've been sitting on a book idea but don't know where to start or how to continue, CJ's newest book with the same title, Priestly Pens, is for you! FREE KINDLE BOOK For a limited time, from 11/2/22 - 11/3/22, you can get CJ's newest book, Priestly Pens for FREE on Kindle. Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BDD9RPLR/ If you're in another country, search for "Priestly Pens by CJ Hitz" and you'll find it. We'd love for you to share this free book with your writing friends and leave a review if it encourages you.

Ezra 3:10-13, 4:1-5 Making Progress After receiving permission from King Cyrus of Persia to return to their homeland, the Jewish people began rebuilding the Temple that had been destroyed over 70 years previous. After reaching the milestone of finishing the foundation, this was a cause to celebrate and thank God for the progress being made. But not everyone was so easily impressed. The old timers who had seen the splendor of the previous Temple began weeping and bemoaning the modest beginning. They were comparing this new version to Solomon's version. But those who had no other frame of reference were overjoyed with the progress being made. I have to believe God was joining in with those who were overjoyed at the foundation being laid. He doesn't bemoan our work and compare it to that of others. He rejoices in the progress being made. When we see the slightest amount of progress being made in our books, we can pause and rejoice that God helped us. We are making progress one sentence at a time toward the goal of finishing the work God has called us to. We also know there are real enemies who are working to prevent our progress. They seek to discourage and intimidate us, hoping we'll cease the work. But like those who led the rebuilding effort of this Temple, we can say to our enemies, "You have no part in this work we have received permission to move forward on." With God's help, the work will continue and progress will be made one day at a time! 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

Have you tried doing what other authors and experts recommended you to do to market your book yet somehow it all doesn't work? You might be wondering if there really is a size that fits all. Don't worry, because you are not alone. In this episode, you will discover some insights on how to market your book effectively, in your own way, by choosing your own book marketing adventure. Book Marketing Shop 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! We are launching the Book Marketing Shop this month to help Kingdom writers like you to market your book to a wider audience. https://bookmarketingshop.com/ Save an additional 20% on all products using the coupon code GRANDOPENING20

Have you ever thought of publishing your own journal but you're not sure which medium or platform to use? Is there really one way to self-publish journals? In this episode, we talk about how to do it as well as the difference between print and eBook versions of a journal. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

How do you incorporate someone into your story without compromising your integrity? How do you publish a book that involves other people? What if there is sensitive information that needs to be shared for the story to make sense? If you are one of the many authors asking these questions, this episode is for you. Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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 writer's 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

As Christian writers, we have a target on our backs. There's a spiritual enemy who wants to thwart our attempts to write words that outlast us. If you've been writing for God's glory for any length of time, you've no doubt experienced those days when it seems like you're being triple-teamed by demonic resistance. It wasn't long after King David (another Kingdom writer) took the throne when he faced resistance from a neighboring enemy, "When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over all Israel, they mobilized all their forces to capture him. But David was told they were coming, so he marched out to meet them." (1 Chronicles 14:8) In a similar way, we could say, "When the enemy of our souls heard that [Insert your name] became a Kingdom writer, they mobilized all their forces to capture him/her." What happened next is a great blueprint for each of us to follow. The first thing David did was ask the Lord what he should do. He knew God was the true King. This sensitivity to the Lord's leading led to the following result, "So David and his troops went up to Baal-perazim and defeated the Philistines there. "God did it!" David exclaimed. "He used me to burst through my enemies like a raging flood!" So they named that place Baal-perazim (which means "the Lord who bursts through")." (1 Chronicles 14:11, Emphasis mine) 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/ Your Writing Battle Plan Powerful things happen when you integrate your faith with your writing, publishing, and marketing. Learn how to create your writing battle plan so you can move forward in God's call on your life to write in our Battle Plan All-Access Pass. You'll get 15 presentations plus 13 bonus trainings including our Priestly Pen bundle here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/battleplan/

Be inspired by other writers' stories and learn practical tips from the case studies here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/success-stories/ A few things you'll learn: The easy path Jennifer Nelson discovered to finally become an author in just 10 days. How Jan Cox gained both freedom and control over publishing her books (plus saved thousands of dollars) The pivot Lola Oshinowo made after spending time in prayer that made all the difference for her first book. How Tanecia Mitchell gained a strategy to take the first draft of her manuscript to a finished book in just a few months. The strategy Esther Espinoza used to sell over 100 copies of her book with one idea. The one thing that helped Heather Erdmann finally finish her first draft so she was able to publish her first book (previously she got stuck and never finished more than a few pages). How MaryAnn Ward combined her passion for art and writing into an unexpected book that wasn't even on her radar…and it has already sold more than 100 copies. The strategy that helped Lauren Darroch overcome "writer's guilt" and finally start writing consistently. She's more productive than ever and has published book twins (two books at the same time) and is now working on her third one. WooHoo! And more! And right now enrollment is OPEN for Christian Book Academy. You can join for $39/month or $399/year at https://christianbookacademy.com/ We're excited for you to join our family of Kingdom Writers!

Have you experienced writing a book that God has placed in your heart? It's amazing what God can do through us and our books when we obey Him. In this episode, we will talk about a very simple yet powerful strategy that can produce faster results for your book. You can learn more ideas on how to sell more books using the power of collaborations by signing up to the Kingdom Writers Conference: Courageous Writer edition. We are currently hosting it and it's created just for you! Just go to https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ When you register, you will also have an opportunity to upgrade for 50% off by getting the All-Access Pass. Aside from the ongoing access to the presentations, you will also have bonus Zoom workshops and other training from the speakers. Don't forget to grab it when you sign up!

We all know it's not enough to just write and publish our books. You actually want people to read it, right? That means you need to market and promote your book. How are you going to start? In this episode, you will learn 3 common mistakes you need to avoid so you can sell more books. You can also learn more effective ideas to market your book by signing up to the Kingdom Writers Conference: Courageous Writer edition. It's a free 5-day event lined up with topics you don't want to miss! Just go to https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ When you register, you will also have an opportunity to upgrade for 50% off by getting the All-Access Pass. Aside from the ongoing access to the presentations, you will also have bonus Zoom workshops and other training from the speakers. Don't forget to grab it when you sign up!

We all know how hard it can be to start a book. After putting countless hours and effort into publishing your book, it may seem like nothing significant happens. If you are thinking about how to build your audience from scratch and without social media, then this episode is for you. Kingdom Writers Conference: Courageous Writer Edition Now it's time to reach your ideal readers so you can sell more books and ultimately influence more lives. The Kingdom Writers Conference: Courageous Writer Edition is here to help you go from unknown author to consistent book sales by gaining the courage to step out, initiate purposeful partnerships, and sell more books using the power of collaborations. This FREE 5-day event is something you won't want to miss. You can learn everything you need to know about the conference over here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ but as a quick overview: This online conference will run from September 12 through September 16. Each day will be packed with amazing speakers ready to help you find new readers, develop relationships to grow your platform, and use collaborations to sell books without feeling salesy. There is a Facebook group where you can connect with other writers, find accountability buddies, ask questions, and win prizes! You can attend the conference absolutely free, but you can also choose to grab the All-Access Pass where you will not only get ongoing access to all of the presentations but you will also get some valuable bonus training from the speakers! The All-Access Pass is currently being offered at a special price, and it will disappear for good once the conference is over, so make sure to check it out now. Click here https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ to head over to the Kingdom Writers Conference registration page to learn more and grab your free ticket. More information will be sent straight to your inbox afterward.

Registration is officially open for our third Kingdom Writers Conference. This one is the Courageous Writer Edition and it's free to sign up. WooHoo! https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ This conference was created to help you go from unknown author to consistent book sales by gaining the courage to step out, initiate purposeful partnerships, and sell more books using the power of collaborations. We've got 30 amaaazing speakers coming at you with topics ranging from finding new readers, developing relationships to grow your platform, and using collaborations to sell books without feeling salesy (and everything in-between). The conference kicks off on September 12 and it's going to be 5 action-packed days that you are NOT going to want to miss. Sign up here https://kingdomwritersconference.com/ Hold On Tight Remember the wonder and excitement you felt when you first realized God might be calling you to write a book? You began to prayerfully brainstorm ideas, stories, and concepts that could be woven into this book that would impact many. There was no limit to where God could take this body of work. Over time, the book truly begins to feel like work as you face your own doubts, writer's block, criticism, spiritual attack, and fatigue. The rose-colored glasses come off as you realize this book is going to take blood, sweat and tears to birth. Though some of that initial wonder and excitement has been dampened, you can't shake the words you heard God whisper: "I'm inviting you to write a book that will bring glory to My name." In John 4:46-54, we read the story of a government official from Capernaum who found himself desperate for a miracle. His young son is dying and getting worse by the minute. He hears that a man named Jesus is within walking distance…that is, if you consider 24 miles to be walking distance. Without hesitation, the desperate father makes his way to Cana to seek out the traveling Teacher. "Lord, please come now before my little boy dies." You can sense the parental anguish in his voice. So many hopes and dreams for his child hang in the balance. Can you relate to the man's cry for help? Maybe you've found yourself pleading, "Lord, please come now before my book dies." Kingdom Writers Conference Registration is now open! Sign up here https://kingdomwritersconference.com/

It's not unusual to struggle with feeling self-promotional when you're writing your own book. In fact, it happens to many of us, especially Kingdom writers! If you are thinking about what to do with marketing and how to sell more books without feeling self-promotional, then this episode is perfect for you. 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: https://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: https://minimarketingmessages.com

You have a lot of ideas in your mind for your books and you feel like you're juggling them all at once. You might be wondering how you are going to finish them all. In this episode, you'll discover amazing insights on how you can create a concrete plan to cross the finish line, one step at a time. Get some ideas on which book to write first here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/which-book-to-write-first/ Set-up a 90-day publishing plan. Learn more here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/90-day-publishing-plan/ Check out 6 creative ideas to finish your book here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/creative-ideas-to-finish-writing-your-book/ 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

Have you ever struggled with motivation and often feel like you have to force yourself to sit down in front of your computer to write? Well, don't worry because you are not alone. There are many strategies out there, but in this episode, we talk about the one tool that can help you be more productive in your writing journey. You'll be surprised to know that it's something simple you have access to right now. Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

The third chapter of Ecclesiastes tells us that everything has a season and every activity under heaven has its own time. Yet most of the time, we find ourselves comparing our own season with others; our own tulip with others' roses. In this episode, we reflect on this and share how to embrace both the beauty and mystery of our own seasons; of our own "tulips." He will accomplish what He has promised, in His own beautiful time. "When you accept the fact that sometimes seasons are dry and times are hard and that God is in control of both, you will discover a sense of divine refuge, because the hope then is in God and not in yourself." -Charles R. Swindoll This episode is an excerpt from our War Room prayer meeting with Christian Book Academy members in May. We wanted to share this encouragement with you today. 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/ Kingdom Writers Book: Move Forward in God's Call to Write CJ and Shelley Hitz along with 10 contributors share practical tips and encouragement to help you move forward with your writing desires and goals. It's time to… Say "yes" to the book burning inside your heart. Step boldy into your call to write your book. Get clarity on what your next steps will be so your book can be a reality, not a wish. Be encouraged that your words do matter and there is an audience who needs your message. Be motivated to do the next step, even if you think it's hard. Start reading the Kingdom Writers book today here: https://trainingauthors.com/book

Your book is finally ready. Hooray! But are you? If you are wondering when is the perfect time to launch your book then fasten your seatbelt and get ready to listen because this episode is for you. 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: https://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: https://minimarketingmessages.com

You might be wondering how you will share your powerful message with the world. Is traditional publishing really the only option? Is self-publishing truly less "excellent"? In this episode, you'll discover insights on ways you can get your message to your target audience through self-publishing and why we don't believe it is any less "excellent." Links Mentioned in this episode: IBPA Industry Standards Checklist (PDF) Benefits of independent publishing (self-publishing) Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/ 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 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: https://procrastinationtopublication.com/

Ever feel that you aren't making any progress in your writing journey? Have you experienced hitting a wall at times? Well, don't worry because you are not alone. In this episode, we cover several ways to be consistent in your writing progress and to celebrate each milestone. After all, God has called us to be faithful and consistent in the gifts that He has given us. Amen? "So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless." -1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

Psalm 46:10 says, "Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation.I will be honored throughout the world." This iconic verse can be directed either to the enemies of God's people or to God's people themselves as we'll take a look at. The verse implies a stoppage of fighting, raging, striving, or operating out of human strength alone and relaxing as we watch the Lord fight on our behalf. God is essentially saying, "Lay down your arms and surrender. No more defensiveness or resistance to the plans I have…let ME be God." We'll also refer to Exodus 14:10-14 and Isaiah 37:33-36 as we look at this concept of being or standing still. If you're experiencing resistance in your writing, you are not alone! You have an army of fellow Kingdom writers beside you and, most importantly, you have the God of the universe going before you to fight on your behalf! 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/businessmeeting/

Marketing sometimes feels hard. I get it! If you're in a season where marketing feels like a "have to", a dread or a burden this episode is for you. 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: https://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: https://minimarketingmessages.com

Join Shelley Hitz and several authors from Christian Book Academy who will share case studies + tips they've learned along the way. A few things you'll learn: ✅ The one thing that helped Heather Erdmann finally finish her first draft so she was able to publish her first book (previously she got stuck and never finished more than a few pages). ✅ How MaryAnn Ward combined her passion for art and writing into an unexpected book that wasn't even on her radar…and it has already sold more than 100 copies. ✅ The strategy that helped Lauren Darroch overcome "writer's guilt" and finally start writing consistently. She's more productive than ever, publishing book twins (two books at the same time) and is now working on her third one. WooHoo! ✅ Denise Goosby received strategy, focus, and her next steps from the Lord for her writing that made all the difference. ✅ Shelly Laroque published her second book and learned techniques that helped her complete her illustrations. And more! Support each of these authors by purchasing their books below. Heather Erdmann: "Unlocking the Mystery of Marriage: Loving Your Spouse the Way Christ Loves the Church" https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0B14KHKQ8/ Mary Ann Ward: A Name Above All Others https://maward.ca Lauren Darroch: The Road from Damascus https://ladarroch.ca/the-road-from-damascus Denise Goosby: "Scarred Like Him: Seeing the Beauty in the Life You Live" www.denisegoosby.com Shelly Laroque: The Sunflower Journey, Plant The Seed And Watch It Grow www.amazon.com/Sunflower-Journey-Plant-Seed-Watch/dp/0578242419 Join our community of Kingdom Writers in our online membership, Christian Book Academy here: https://christianbookacademy.com 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: https://www.trainingauthors.com/publishing-map/

Ever feel like your writing journey is going too slow? If so, be encouraged by this episode! It is the small, consistent habits over time that can change your life. Whether you want to improve your health, start a business or write a book, it takes intentionality with your habits. "So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up." – Galatians 6:9 NLT Free WRITING WHEEL Download Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here: https://www.trainingauthors.com/writingwheel 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: www.BookWritingLab.com

Jesus Shows Up – A few post-resurrection sightings Jesus spent 40 days on earth after His resurrection. During this time, He eased His followers' doubts and gave them direction for the future. Like those original followers, we as Kingdom Writers sometimes feel like we've missed something along the way. We had high hopes for books that are currently in a tomb. Might as well just go back to our day job and forget about this writing thing. It was a nice 3 years of adventure we can tell our grandkids about. It's precisely in those moments when Jesus shows up… 1.) Walk to Emmaus – "We had hoped he was the Messiah who had come to rescue Israel. This all happened three days ago." Luke 24:21 "Suddenly, their eyes were opened, and they recognized him. And at that moment he disappeared! They said to each other, "Didn't our hearts burn within us as he talked with us on the road and explained the Scriptures to us?" Luke 24:31-32 Jesus wants to open our eyes and restore hope that has been lost in us. He wants our hearts to burn again and spill over into our writing. 2.) Mary Magdalene weeping at the tomb (John 20:11-18) – This woman who Jesus once cast 7 demons out of would become the first person the resurrected Jesus would encounter. In a culture that demeaned women, Jesus gives his first post-resurrection message to a woman before instructing her to share with his "brothers." Jesus not only redeems our past failures but now instructs us to share his message of new life as Kingdom Writers. 3.) Breakfast with Peter (John 21) – The man who denied he knew Jesus three straight times is restored by the "Great Shepherd" and instructed to feed his sheep. (Read 1 Peter 5:1-4). This same Peter would contribute writings that find their way into the best-selling book of all time. This rough fisherman would pen words that God has used to strengthen and encourage followers of Jesus for nearly 2000 years. One breakfast with Jesus can change the trajectory of a life forever. Jesus continues to show up today! Perhaps he'll make an appearance to someone halfway around the world through your writings and mine. Prayer Your Writing Battle Plan Powerful things happen when you integrate your faith with your writing, publishing, and marketing. Learn how to create your writing battle plan so you can move forward in God's call on your life to write in our Battle Plan All-Access Pass. You'll get 15 presentations plus 13 bonus trainings including our Priestly Pen bundle here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/battleplan/