What did you think of this episode? Is your writing environment helping you write better? Author, Sara Turnquist's five tips on productivity, ergonomics, writing strain, and writer's block will change how you sit down to write. Sara is a coffee lovin', word-slinging, clean Historical Romance author. She lives happily with her own Prince Charming and their gaggle of minions—three to be exact. Sara’s books range from the Czech lands to the American Wild West, from ancient Egypt to the early 1900s....
Jan 18, 2022•32 min•Season 4Ep. 74
What did you think of this episode? Marketing elements should help you brand yourself, not just your project. Branding expert, Amber Weigand-Buckley shares how. Linda's industry expert is Amber Weigand-Buckley - Specializing in Global Brand and Communications Management, #barefacedcreative owner, Amber @barefacedgirl, is a member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA) and has over 24 years of award-winning multi-media experience. The publications she has served have received ove...
Jan 11, 2022•40 min•Season 4Ep. 73
What did you think of this episode? Getting multiple book contracts in one year is possible. Award-winning author, Karen Whiting shares how to secure contracts and interest editors in multiple books. Karen Whiting writes to help families thrive. In 2021 she had 4 books release and in 2022 she has 3 books scheduled for release. This includes four separate book launches and promotions for the books as well. Her 2021 books are Devos for Brave Boys (Tyndale Kids) and The Super-Sized Book of Bible Cr...
Jan 04, 2022•42 min•Season 4Ep. 72
What did you think of this episode? Linda Goldfarb shares how to embrace God's Promises and Possibilities to kick start your 2022 "write" off right! Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life , Linda Goldfarb, a natural storyteller, is a multi-published author. Including her award-winning quick guide to personalities series, LINKED, coauthored with her sister-friend, Linda Gilden. The series includes LINKED for Educators, LINKED for Parents, LINKED for Couples, and the original, LINKED… for everyone...
Dec 28, 2021•13 min•Season 3Ep. 71
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 encore ...
Dec 21, 2021•37 min•Season 3Ep. 70
What did you think of this episode? Is co-authoring a book your next best choice? Multi-published author, Linda Gilden, shares insight to help you decide. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is one of her best friends, Linda Gilden - Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series , Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives , Called to Write , Why You Do What You Do , Words to Live By , Called to Speak , Articles, Articles, Art...
Dec 14, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 69
What did you think of this episode? Writing coaches. Are they for everyone? Deb DeArmond and PeggySue Wells provide answers for all writers Here’s a little bit about our guests, you’ll find more about them in our show-notes: Deb DeArmond is an award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach, helping others to achieve their goals whether in marriage, family relationships, at work, or in ministry. Her books reflect that path. Her newest release, We May Be Done But We’re Not Finished , encourages ...
Dec 07, 2021•57 min•Season 3Ep. 68
What did you think of this episode? Bestselling author, Janet McHenry, provides every writer with practical steps to understand and study, Writing Form . Welcome to Your Best Writing Life - I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb and it's so awesome to have you here. My industry expert is Janet McHenry. Janet has written 24 books—including the bestselling PrayerWalk . Because she has written in eight different book genres, she may be her agent’s nightmare client . . . but in doing so she has learned how t...
Nov 30, 2021•36 min•Season 3Ep. 67
What did you think of this episode? What brings you joy? During this season of thankfulness, it’s a good time to share snippets from our writing industry experts on what brings them joy. I pray you are encouraged, empowered, and entertained with their answers. Brian Bird , Sharon Tedford , Katy Kauffman , Edwina Perkins , Cindy Sproles , PeggySue Wells , Jayme Lee Hull , Bethany Jett , and Becky Antkowiak share what brings them joy. There you go, stories, moments, and ponderings of God’s provisi...
Nov 23, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 66
What did you think of this episode? Writing for Chicken Soup for the Soul has its perks. Tracy Crump shares tips to get your stories accepted for multiple chicken Soup books. My industry expert is Tracy Crump. Tracy dispenses hope in her 30-day devotional, Health, Healing, and Wholeness . Best known for contributing twenty-two stories to Chicken Soup for the Soul, she has published numerous devotions and articles in diverse publications. Tracy conducts writing workshops, offers freelance editing...
Nov 16, 2021•32 min•Season 3Ep. 65
What did you think of this episode? Is Speculative Fiction a Christian genre? Multi-book author, A.C. Williams is happy to share why Christians should be writing Speculative Fiction. Linda Goldfarb here, I’m so glad you’re listening in today, we’re talking about Writing Speculative Fiction with industry expert, Amy A.C. Williams - A.C. Williams is a coffee-drinking, sushi-eating, story-telling nerd who loves cats, country living, and all things Japanese. She’d rather be barefoot, and if she isn’...
Nov 09, 2021•43 min•Season 3Ep. 64
What did you think of this episode? Email marketing frequency, content tips, and writing prompts. Patricia Durgin guides us through what's right for writers. Today is part two - How email marketing works for you! Linda is sitting down with marketing expert Patricia Durgin. Patricia is the founder of Marketers On A Mission, trains Christian writers and speakers to become change catalysts for the Kingdom. She’s a recognized online marketing and Facebook Live expert. Patricia has hosted over 500 (6...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 63
What did you think of this episode? Email marketing works with the correct messages in place. Patricia Durgin guides us through the process in two parts. Today is part one - How email marketing works Linda is sitting down with marketing expert Patricia Durgin. Patricia is the founder of Marketers On A Mission, trains Christian writers and speakers to become change catalysts for the Kingdom. She’s a recognized online marketing and Facebook Live expert. Patricia has hosted over 500 (60-minute) int...
Oct 26, 2021•50 min•Season 3Ep. 62
What did you think of this episode? If your book characters fall flat so will your sales. Award-winning author, Aaron Zook Jr., shares how to create memorable characters. Linda's industry expert is her good friend, Aaron M. Zook Jr. Aaron is a multiple-award-winning author and speaker. He’s thrilled thousands with his YA Christian mystery/adventure series about two inquisitive brothers and their dogs who solve one crisis after another around the world. Aaron is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and li...
Oct 19, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 61
What did you think of this episode? Developmental editing helps all writers. Acquisitions Editor, Edwina Perkins gives us tips on the process of developmental editing. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is award-winning writer, Edwina Perkins - Edwina is assistant director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference. She is also the coordinator for Mentoring Moments and the manager for Sensitivity Between the Lines, both with BRMCWC. As an acquisition editor with Iron Stream and for H...
Oct 12, 2021•43 min•Season 3Ep. 60
What did you think of this episode? Writing fiction book proposals is not difficult if you know what needs to be included. Rowena Kuo gives us more than a snapshot. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Rowena Kuo. Rowena is the CEO of Brimstone Fiction. With over 15 years of ministering to women and families, Rowena advocates for writers to build God-centered support systems consisting of people, perseverance, practice, and prayer. When not working on words or films, she is a full-time mom with a...
Oct 05, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 59
What did you think of this episode? Amazon sells 85% of books sold. SEO Master Rhonda Robinson shares Amazon Optimization tips every writer can use. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Rhonda Robinson - Rhonda is an award-winning author, a marketing coach with EABooks, and founder of ScribeTribe Membership. Rhonda served as managing editor for MondayMonday where she led teams of writers to create viral content and helped create Facebook pages with over 2-million fans. Today she helps content cre...
Sep 28, 2021•35 min•Season 3Ep. 58
What did you think of this episode? Eliminating passive voice makes your writing better. Multi-award-winning author, DiAnn Mills gives the top ten tips to eliminate passive voice. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country. We are blessed t...
Sep 21, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 57
What did you think of this episode? Writing Bible studies that make a difference is a skill Katy Kauffman has mastered. Listen in to discover Bible Study tools you can use today. Linda's industry expert is Katy Kauffman. Katy is an award-winning author, Bible teacher, editor of Refresh Bible Study Magazine , and a co-founder of Lighthouse Bible Studies . She graduated from Luther Rice Seminary with a BA in Religion. Katy contributes to three blogs on writing, she loves to combine art and scriptu...
Sep 14, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 56
What did you think of this episode? Writers make marketing and social media mistakes, and Bethany Jett helps get them on the right track to writing success in today's episode. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Bethany Jett. Bethany is a multiple award-winning author, ghostwriter, and marketer who received the Distinguished Scholar award for earning the top GPA in her Master’s Program, where she focused on Communications: marketing and PR. Bethany co-owns Serious Writer and Platinum Literary Se...
Sep 07, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 55
What did you think of this episode? Organized writers are happy writers. Join Linda Goldfarb and her guest, Edie Melson to learn strategies to help organize your writing and your writing life. Linda's industry expert is Edie Melson, whose core message is Find your voice, live your story …. Her blog, The Write Conversation reaches thousands and has consistently been named a Writer’s Digest Top 100 Sites for Writers. As the author of numerous award-winning books, she’s quick to remind those she me...
Aug 31, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 54
What did you think of this episode? Pre-writing research is key to great story content. Award-winning novelist, Lisa Carter shares two ways to apply our research to the story and research basics. My industry expert is Lisa Carter – Lisa is a Multi-published author who describes her romantic suspense novels as “Sweet Tea with a Slice of Murder.” Her novel, The Stronghold won a Daphne du Maurier and Under a Turquoise Sky won the Carol Award. She also writes contemporary romance with Love Inspired,...
Aug 24, 2021•40 min•Season 2Ep. 53
What did you think of this episode? Are you writing a time-slip novel? How do you keep the chronological events in the correct order? Award-winning author, Diann Mills shares ten tips to make your fiction flow. DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all ove...
Aug 17, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 52
What did you think of this episode? Novel writers research before writing. Award-winning author, Lisa Carter shares tips to make the research process understandable. My industry expert is Lisa Carter – Lisa is a Multi-published author who describes her romantic suspense novels as “Sweet Tea with a Slice of Murder.” Her novel, The Stronghold won a Daphne du Maurier and Under a Turquoise Sky won the Carol Award. She also writes contemporary romance with Love Inspired, the popular Matchmaker series...
Aug 10, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 51
What did you think of this episode? Writers can feel lonely. Mentor expert, Jayme Lee Hull, shares tips to overcome loneliness and how seasoned writers can help too. Jayme is a speaker, mentor expert, certified coach, and author of Face To Face : Discover How Mentoring Can Change Your Life. She is the host of the Face To Face Mentoring Podcast and loves to hear others share their God stories. It’s good to have you here, Jayme! - Let's talk about the loneliness of writing. - As a Mentor Expert, w...
Aug 03, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 50
What did you think of this episode? Writing for film and television. Does your writing have what it takes? Writer and producer Brian Bird shares what he looks for in a screenplay. Linda Goldfarb welcomes Brian Bird - Brian is co-creator and executive producer of the top-rated Hallmark Channel series WHEN CALLS THE HEART, now prepping its ninth season -- and he’s the executive producer of the family drama, MYSTIC, now in its second season of production. He has written and/or produced two dozen fi...
Jul 27, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 49
What did you think of this episode? Writing devotions is what Cindy Sproles helps us understand better in this episode of Your Best Writing Life . Cindy Sproles was born and raised in the Appalachian Mountains. She loves her heritage and enjoys sharing about the mountain culture. Cindy is a speaker, author, and conference director and she works as a writing mentor. She’s married to Tim (the prince), with four adult sons, and 2 grands. We discuss the concept many preachers use in preparing their ...
Jul 20, 2021•40 min•Season 2Ep. 48
What did you think of this episode? Songwriting? Are you ready to turn your words into lyrics? British singer-songwriter, Sharon Tedford can help you begin. Sharon is an international British singer-songwriter, author, speaker, and award-winning podcast host. Her latest album and companion book provides you with a “private worship retreat.” Mother of three and wife of an Irishman, Sharon encourages people to live a life that reveals God in the ordinary rhythms of their lives. Welcome, Sharon! Wh...
Jul 13, 2021•40 min•Season 2Ep. 47
What did you think of this episode? Beginning writers need this. Before you sit down to write, listen to this episode. Award-winning author, PeggySue Wells provides succinct tips to get your writing career started. “Eminently quotable, PeggySue Wells is a tonic — warm like your favorite blanket, bracing like a stiff drink.” History buff and tropical island votary, PeggySue parasails, skydives, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. The bestselling author of 30 books includin...
Jul 06, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 46
What did you think of this episode? The right narrator is key to a successful audiobook. Self-narration or voice-actor? Audiobook producer and narrator, Linda Goldfarb gives tips to make your book a viable audiobook option. Linda Goldfarb is an award-winning author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personalities series, international speaker, professional actress, podcaster, and audiobook narrator. She is a traditionally and independently published author who holds a board-certified advanced diploma...
Jun 29, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 45
