456 - When Publishers Say No to Your Idea But Yes to Your Voice
What happens when everything about your book changes during the publishing process? In this episode, Kathi sits down with author Jill Baughan to discuss her remarkable publishing journey that took nearly four years and involved multiple pivots. ...
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Show Notes
What happens when everything about your book changes during the publishing process? In this episode, Kathi sits down with author Jill Baughan to discuss her remarkable publishing journey that took nearly four years and involved multiple pivots.
Jill's story began with a vision for 52 adventure essays and ended with "No Matter What: 90 Devotions for Experiencing Unexpected Joy in Tough Times" from Our Daily Bread Publishing. Along the way, she changed agents, switched from essays to devotionals, shifted from adventure to joy, and learned to write in an entirely new format—all while staying true to her authentic voice.
Listeners struggling with publishing rejections or feeling pressure to completely change their message will find hope in Jill's experience. She demonstrates how flexibility with method, combined with faithfulness to your core message, can lead to unexpected opportunities and broader impact.
Whether you're navigating agent relationships, considering different publishers, or wondering if you should adapt your book concept, this conversation offers practical wisdom about when to bend and when to stand firm in the publishing world.
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