What did you think of this episode? First-time writers, learn from the best. Larry J. Leech II shares five tips to help writers be successful. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this highly ra...
Jul 01, 2025•35 min•Season 7Ep. 254
What did you think of this episode? Are you wasting time trying to engage with your readers online? Today’s guest will help us recognize and benefit from genuine engagement. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re list...
Jun 24, 2025•41 min•Season 7Ep. 253
What did you think of this episode? Linda Goldfarb and Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith offer tips and strategies to help non-fiction writers build their platform. Linda's industry expert, Dr. Saundra, is a Board-Certified internal medicine physician, speaker, and award-winning author. She is an international well-being thought-leader featured in numerous media outlets, including Prevention, MSNBC, Women’s Day, FOX, Fast Company, Psychology Today, INC, CNN Health, and TED.com. She is the author of numer...
Jun 17, 2025•38 min•Season 7Ep. 252
What did you think of this episode? Finding the right endorsers for your book is possible! If you have endorsers, are they the right fit for your book? Today’s encore episode shares six essential tips for finding and leveraging the best endorsements for your book. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategie...
Jun 10, 2025•35 min•Season 7Ep. 251
What did you think of this episode? Are you writing based on popular opinion or by God’s design? Today’s guest shares tips to help you write based on your uniqueness. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening i...
Jun 03, 2025•26 min•Season 7Ep. 250
What did you think of this episode? Are you ready to act as your own developmental editor to ensure your story is cohesive, engaging, and effective? Today’s guest has tips for fiction and nonfiction writers. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in y...
May 27, 2025•36 min•Season 7Ep. 249
What did you think of this episode? How effective is your brainstorming? Today’s guest shares tips to help you tap into your creativity by brainstorming banana peels. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life , an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening ...
May 20, 2025•26 min•Season 7Ep. 248
What did you think of this episode? Are emotions like jealousy and envy stealing your contentment in God’s plan? As Christian writers and speakers, we are not immune to emotions gone wild. It’s time to embrace a more satisfying life. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry expe...
May 13, 2025•34 min•Season 7Ep. 247
What did you think of this episode? Writing for Middle Grade isn’t as easy as you might think. Today’s guest shares her top five tips to help you be successful. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb . Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Du...
May 06, 2025•26 min•Season 7Ep. 246
What did you think of this episode? Writing conflict into stories is essential for producing a successful book. Stay tuned. Today’s guest will provide tips for creating effective conflicts for your characters. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb . Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel i...
Apr 29, 2025•22 min•Season 7Ep. 245
What did you think of this episode? If you've ever thought about becoming a published author, today’s episode will dispel some myths you might believe to be true. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. D...
Apr 22, 2025•28 min•Season 7Ep. 244
What did you think of this episode? During this third episode of the Savvy Skills for the Beginning Writer series , you’ll learn How to Work Smart in Your Writing Career. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listeni...
Apr 15, 2025•21 min•Season 7Ep. 243
What did you think of this episode? Are you prepared to take the podcasting world by storm? Today’s guest shares tips to help you become the guest that podcasters can’t wait to interview. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so gl...
Apr 08, 2025•27 min•Season 7Ep. 242
What did you think of this episode? As a Christian writer, strong listening skills can enhance readers' enjoyment. Stay tuned. Today’s guest will share three ways to boost your writing-related listening skills. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb . Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in you...
Apr 01, 2025•16 min•Season 7Ep. 241
What did you think of this episode? Boost book sales through Amazon. In this encore episode, Linda Goldfarb and Vincent B. Davis II share what you need to know to increase sales as a multibook author. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II . Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran. He is a graduate of East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become international bestsellers. Wh...
Mar 25, 2025•41 min•Season 7Ep. 240
What did you think of this episode? Need help with Amazon optimization? Amazon marketing expert Vincent B. Davis II shares what you need to succeed in this encore episode as a Christian writer. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II . Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran. He graduated from East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become international bestsellers. When he's n...
Mar 18, 2025•31 min•Season 7Ep. 239
What did you think of this episode? In today’s encore episode, you will learn how to write more deeply while giving your reader a shorter study time. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Kathy Howard. Kathy is a treasure hunter. She hunts for the creamiest chocolate and richest coffee. She searches for cherished stories of faith that still impact hearts. And, she digs deep into God’s Word, mining His eternal truths for herself and to share with others. With more than 30 years of experience, Kathy...
Mar 11, 2025•31 min•Season 7Ep. 238
What did you think of this episode? What you don't know about Public Relations as writers could be crushing your reputation. Linda Goldfarb and Julie Bonn Blank share top PR tips in today's encore episode. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Julie Bonn Blank. When Julie is not writing, she designs websites, works at ARMS/Abuse Recovery Ministry Services, and loves to walk the beach. She is a Certified Domestic Abuse Advocate in Oregon and an expert in domestic violence. She facilitates the Washi...
Mar 04, 2025•47 min•Season 7Ep. 237
What did you think of this episode? Would you like your novel to impact lives like an award-winning movie? In today's encore episode, Deborah Raney shares her top movie techniques to help you do that! Welcome to Your Best Writing Life , an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I...
Feb 25, 2025•40 min•Season 7Ep. 236
What did you think of this episode? Have you ever felt guilty about not meeting your writing goals or wondered if they need a check-up? Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn ...
Feb 18, 2025•23 min•Season 7Ep. 235
What did you think of this episode? When you prioritize these four goals, you will maximize your monthly output! Today’s guest offers solutions to get you started. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. ...
Feb 11, 2025•34 min•Season 7Ep. 234
What did you think of this episode? Are your devotions effective? Writing devotions that change lives is what Cindy Sproles helps us understand better in this encore episode of Your Best Writing Life . Cindy Sproles is the cofounder of Christian Devotions Ministries and the cowriter of the popular He Said, She Said Devotions written with her cofounder, Eddie Jones. As a teacher and speaker for Christian Writers Conferences, Cindy teaches writing skills and how to write, placing God in the forefr...
Feb 04, 2025•37 min•Season 7Ep. 233
What did you think of this episode? Have you ever thought about writing a children’s book or wondered what it takes to write for younger readers? Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you...
Jan 28, 2025•29 min•Season 7Ep. 232
What did you think of this episode? Are you struggling to get your writing started? Award-winning author Lori Hatcher shares five tips to help us increase our writing output. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re lis...
Jan 21, 2025•20 min•Season 7Ep. 231
What did you think of this episode? Are you ready to take your platform to the next level? Linda’s guest offers three strategies to make that happen. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this ep...
Jan 14, 2025•19 min•Season 7Ep. 230
What did you think of this episode? What does a street team do for writers, and where do you find them? Kara Swanson provides tips to attract and grow a robust street team. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life , an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re list...
Jan 07, 2025•50 min•Season 7Ep. 229
What did you think of this episode? Readers want to see their authors. Listen in as Linda Goldfarb and Annette Reeder provide YouTube tips to help your writing business expand. In this encore episode, Linda's industry expert is Annette Reeder, the Biblical Nutritionist . It was a summer evening on the lawn of a camp meeting that God called Annette into missions. Today, without getting on a plane or traveling through the bush, she is sharing the Gospel around the globe via YouTube– to over 125 co...
Dec 31, 2024•39 min•Season 7Ep. 228
What did you think of this episode? Let's develop healthy writing habits. While the New Year holds much promise and excitement, difficult times are always waiting. Edie Melson helps us prepare for these challenges in this encore episode by developing healthy writing practices. Welcome Edie Melson. Edie is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers observing life through the lens of her camera. As a popular speaker, she encourages and challenges audiences to understand the necessity of Soul Care a...
Dec 24, 2024•37 min•Season 7Ep. 227
What did you think of this episode? Attention Writers…publicity is your friend! Linda’s guest shares how you can maximize your publicity beyond your book launch. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Du...
Dec 17, 2024•23 min•Season 7Ep. 226
What did you think of this episode? Learn how playwriting and scriptwriting could be your mission in Christian ministry. Your Best Writing Life is an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about … Playwritin...
Dec 10, 2024•21 min•Season 7Ep. 225