Christian Publishing Show

Is email still relevant in a world of social media? If so how do you grow an email list and use it effectively? These questions and more we will be discussing with Evan Gow. Evan Gow is the founder of StoryOrigin, a community where you can meet other authors and set up cross-promotions to sell […]You can listen to this episode 013 How to Grow Your Email List with Evan Gow on Christian Publishing Show.Support the show

Writers’ conferences are a key step in your publishing journey. Especially if you hope to be traditionally published. They are also very expensive and time-consuming. The key to getting the most out of your next writers conference is preparation. And a key tool to prepare ahead of time is a one-sheet. You can listen to this episode How to Prepare Your Next Writers Conference on Christian Publishing Show.Support the show

Learn about Ebook Publishing with Mark Coker.You can listen to this episode Ebook Publishing Tips, Tricks, and Traps on Christian Publishing Show.Support the show

Most humans try to avoid conflict as much as possible, but novelists love conflict. Without conflict, a novelist has no story. Conflict keeps your novel moving forward and your readers turning pages. As Vladimir Nabokov once said, "The writer's job is to get the main character up a tree, and then once they are up there, throw rocks at them."But how do you get your protagonist up a tree? What kind of rocks should you throw?In this week's episode, I interview professional fictional rock-thrower, Angela Hunt, to discuss the six classic conflicts. In this episode, you'll discover Biblical and modern examples of classic conflictsHow to mix the conflicts to make your story more interestingWhich conflicts resonate with most readers todayIf you want to up the tension in your book or make your next novel more riveting, listen in or check out the blog post to find out how to add and layer the six classic conflicts to keep your readers reading.Support the show

You’re probably tired of hearing that you need a large platform to be a successful author.Some industry professionals believe having a large platform is equivalent to having a large social media following.If you’ve been listening to the Christian Publishing Show or Novel Marketing, you know that having a social media following doesn’t necessarily mean you have a platform. Nor does it mean you’ll sell more books than someone not on social media.In fact, sometimes people sell more books by spending less time on social media.Authors hear me say, “Your social media following isn’t very important.” But when they talk to a literary agent or publisher, those people care about social media numbers.How do you navigate this platform predicament?I asked Mary DeMuth, literary agent and author of more than 50 books. She’s been in the Christian publishing industry for 20 years and recently wrote about how author platform is broken.In this episode, you’ll learnThe history behind the prominence of author platformHow the author-platform landscape is changingYour biggest advantage in a digital worldListen in or read the blog version to learn how to navigate the author platform predicament and what you can do to help change the status quo in the publishing industry. Be sure to add your comments and questions at AuthorMedia.social.Support the show

When authors attend writers conferences, they often have big expectations but make common mistakes that squash their goals and diminish the return on their investment in the conference.In this episode, you’ll learn11 common mistakes authors often make and how to avoid themHow to avoid missing opportunitiesThe right time to attend your first conferenceListen in or read the blog version to find out how to make the most of your first (or next) writers conference.Support the show

The stories we ingest shape the morality we develop, but only to a point.If a story’s morality strays from reality or gets too twisted, the story fails to resonate with readers. Moral confusion is why movies and TV shows are less entertaining than they used to be.But what is morality?Why is it so important for good stories?How do you put a message into your book without being preachy?In this month’s episode, you’ll learn:Why you must carefully consider your own moral system before writing a storyHow to keep your book from being boringHow to write a story that resonates for decadesFiction can be a powerful tool to demonstrate the consequences of actions. It allows us to learn from the mistakes and triumphs of others. Listen in and discover why establishing a clear moral system is critical in writing a timeless story that conveys a memorable message. Check out the blog version of this episode here.Support the show

God often calls authors into periods of waiting. Learn how to improve your writing and your chances of success by making the most of the wait.https://www.christianpublishingshow.com/how-to-prepare-for-success-as-a-new-author-with-laura-richmond/Support the show

If you don't test your book ideas, you may write a book no one wants to buy. Learn how a podcast can help you test your ideas so you can write a commercially viable book.Support the show

Professional authors often struggle to find health insurance coverage, but healthcare for Christian authors is readily available.Support the show

Public speaking is historically one of the best ways to sell books. Find out how you can turn your book into an engaging and memorable talk.Support the show

Award-winning author Angela Hunt shares her reproducible revision process that has helped her write, revise, and publish more than 150 books.Support the show

Liz shares how she became a writer, what she learned from her victories and failures, and how new authors can learn from them as well.Support the show

Find out why attending a local church in person can benefit your physical and spiritual health as well as your book sales.Support the show

 How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker Support the show

The director of the Write to Publish Christian writers conference shares what to expect from your first in-person conference.Support the show

Thirty days. That’s all you’ve got.Do it wrong, and you’re toast. Do it right, and it’s crème brûlée that will last for months, maybe even years. What 30 days are we talking about? The first 30 days after you make your book available to the world. During the first 30 days after your release, bookstores decide whether to keep your book on the shelves. If you have a strong launch, bookstores will continue to stock your book and order more copies. If you have a bad launch, even the books you think you sold will be returned unsold. Only during the first 30 days post-release can you earn the #1 New Release badge on Amazon. For 30 days, readers won’t judge you for not having reviews. As you can see, your book’s first 30 days will determine its success. So how can you set yourself set you up for success? You conduct a strong book launch. Support the show

Learn how and why Bible study is important for authors and how it improves your book as well as readers' lives.Support the show

Learn how Christian authors can organically incorporate their worldview without writing preachy novels that fall flat.Support the show

This year, set writing goals that are ambitious and reasonable. Learn how to stick with a plan so you can finish your book or start another.Support the show