What did you think of this episode? How can self-publishing lead to a traditionally published book? Our guest, Athena Dean Holtz has worked in the publishing industry for over thirty years. As the co-founder of Redemption Press, Athena has stories to share and tips to advance your writing career. Athena Dean Holtz is a publisher, speaker, author, podcaster, pastor’s wife, and former radio host. For over thirty years, she has worked in the book business, spearheading the independent publishing mo...
Nov 24, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 14
What did you think of this episode? Writing a book proposal that sells is the only one we want to write, right? Literary agent and author, Blythe Daniel is sharing the secrets to a successful book proposal. What stands out as a sellable idea? Why do some books get picked up and others don't? Who can writers trust to help with writing book proposals? Blythe has been in publishing for over 20 years. She’s a marketer, author, literary agent, and has written for Focus on the Family, Christian Retail...
Nov 17, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 13
What did you think of this episode? Authors' platforms, what a platform is, and how to build them. Where should you build your platform? Linda's guest, Thomas Umstattd Jr is here to answer our questions. Thomas is the founder of Author Media and the host of the Novel Marketing Podcast. He travels the world speaking at events to help authors build their platforms, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Thomas, welcome to your best writing life! During this episode...
Nov 10, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
What did you think of this episode? Do writing deadlines scare you? Bestselling author, DiAnn Mills has a proven 12 Step System to master writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join me in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life. DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; the Ins...
Nov 03, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 11
What did you think of this episode? Writing about different cultures can get you into a lot of hot water if you're not using a sensitivity reader. Award-winning author, Edwina Perkins is shining a spotlight to clear up any misconceptions about using sensitivity readers. Listen in as our host, Linda Goldfarb gets answers to the following questions and more. Who qualifies as a sensitivity reader? Which genres do sensitivity readers cover? Where do you locate a sensitivity reader? Edwina Perkins is...
Oct 27, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What did you think of this episode? No matter your book publishing path, you will experience trouble in the publishing industry. Seeking a traditional publisher? Plan to self-publish? Hiring a hybrid-publisher? Linda's expert guest, Steve Laube, provides answers to question you might not know to ask. During today's episode, you will learn the horrible questions the grumpy agent, the cynical editor, and the bored marketing person at a publishing company will ask. And the two responses you want to...
Oct 20, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 9
What did you think of this episode? Self-published writers are on the rise and you may be one of them. Traditionally published authors are also self-publishing. Let's face it, the publishing industry is changing. One thing we need to know is how these changes are impacting the role and or need of a literary agent. Join our host, Linda Goldfarb in welcoming today’s industry expert, Cynthia Ruchti , as she clears up any confusion you might have when it comes to having an agent or not! Cynthia is a...
Oct 13, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 8
What did you think of this episode? Writers are not immune to self-sabotage. We overcrowd our lives with numerous goals, nonproductive social media interaction, expectations beyond our abilities, and the list goes on and on. Our guest, Edie Melson, is giving us 10-ways to simplify our writing lives while maintaining a balanced level of productivity. Find your voice, live your story …is Edie’s core message. Her blog, The Write Conversation reaches thousands and has consistently been named a Write...
Oct 06, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What did you think of this episode? Do you have to be a published author to enter a writer's contest? What does it cost to enter a writer's contest and who pays for it? Today’s industry expert, Eva Marie Everson , is taking us behind the scenes of writing contests to answer these questions and more. You'll be amazed at what you learn during our, Inside the Life of a Writer segment. Eva Marie is a bestselling, multiple award-winning author & speaker of both fiction and nonfiction. She is the ...
Sep 29, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 6
What did you think of this episode? Writing can wind us up to the point where we struggle with productivity. But learning how to rest well can bring about the balance we need to meet deadlines, be more creative, and just plain feel better. This is why I'm stoked about introducing our industry expert today. She is is a physician, author, and speaker who shares biblical truths to help heal the body, mind, and spirit. She has been featured on Daystar, Psychiatry Today, Focus on the Family, and many...
Sep 22, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What did you think of this episode? Host, Linda Goldfarb welcomes, multi-book award-winning author, Director of the Carolina Christian Writer's Conference, and her long time friend, Linda Gilden, to share tips and strategies for the beginner writer, as well as tips for writing veterans as well. We cover a lot of territory in a short amount of time. Linda Gilden is an award-winning author, speaker, editor, and writing coach. Author of over a thousand magazine articles and dozens of books, Linda s...
Sep 15, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4
What did you think of this episode? Award-winning, Techno-thriller fiction writer, James R. Hannibal shares about the language of techno-thrillers and the qualifications it takes to write them. James R. Hannibal is no stranger to secrets and adventure. He has been shot at, locked up with surface to air missiles, and chased down a winding German road by an armed terrorist. He is a multi-award-winning author for his military and spy novels and for his children’s mystery/fantasies. The dramatic vid...
Sep 08, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3
What did you think of this episode? Award-winning authors and co-directors of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer's Conference, DiAnn Mills and Edie Melson kick off our full-length debut episode to share writing tips about the craft and about the soul care of the writer. You'll also hear our vision for writers, from beginners to bestsellers. And a surprise reveal of upcoming guests CLICK to download your, September Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers seasonal PDF Blue Ridge Mountains Ch...
Sep 01, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 2
What did you think of this episode? Host, Linda Goldfarb gives you a brief overview of what to expect when you tune in to, Your Best Writing Life. Industry experts provide weekly tips and strategies for beginner to bestselling writers DiAnn Mills - Founder Edie Melson - Founder Linda Goldfarb - Host Visit Your Best Writing Life website . Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing Life Y our host - Linda Goldfarb #1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 20...
Jul 27, 2020•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
