The Writing Bar Podcast

In the season two season finale, we share four ways to keep hope alive when going through your writing journey. Truth: This journey ain't easy and failure will meet us a lot more than success will, but there is success on the other side of failure. Keep going! Grab your notebooks and pens and tune in for some encouragement! Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we discuss how to manage clients when working full-time. This episode and episode 3, go hand-in-hand, so if you work full-time and run a writing business, be sure to listen to both for encouragement and tips that will help you balance this season.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we discuss how to know when it's time to return to the 9 to 5 grind. As entrepreneurs, we often get excited when God tells us to take that leap of faith and launch the business He's planted in our hearts. But what happens when He tells us to go back to work? How do we know when it's time to go back? Lean in and take notes. We get pretty deep in today's episode. Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we discuss the challenges that many people face when working full-time and running a writing business. We dive into four ways to reach those writing deadlines when working full-time. We also share our personal struggles in this area.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

Uh oh! This episode digs deep. We talk about money, something many writers are asking about. Writers don't just want to know how much they can make as a writer, but how do they manage what I already have? Tune in as we drop some gems on how to manage your finances as a writer, regardless of the season you're in. Be sure to grab Mya's free teaching on "How to Finance Your Writing Dreams" by joining her email list. Link below.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we touch on one of the most painful things a writer goes through - rejection. It stings when we receive it, but there are ways to overcome rejection when it hits. Remember, God called you to this industry knowing that you were built for it all. Want to share a story of rejection with us? Shoot us an email or comment on our social media.  Please note: We had plans to include a visual podcast as well, but due to technical difficulties, it didn't work out. When you hear us stating "visual" in the first few episodes, that is why. We hope to be visual soon!  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free training on how to finance your writing career: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Ready to sign up for book coaching? Learn more about Mya's packages at: bit.ly/WritermyaLiteraryCoaching Grab a copy of Nailah's book, Book-fluence, mentioned in this episode: https://www.nharv.com/bookfluence Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

Wow! We can't believe this is the final episode. If you've stuck with us this long (or this is your first time listening), we appreciate you more than you know. Starting something new is challenging and sometimes, downright hard. We pray you got everything you needed from this first season. In the final episode of season 1, we discuss how to successfully blend fiction & non-fiction. If you're a novelist struggling to find ways to monetize your work, you want to lean in. Plus, we close out the episode sharing our fave episodes from the season and how we merged our worlds (yep...you guessed it - fiction & non-fiction).  Single and Divinely Preparing coaches women to purpose and fulfillment in Christ before marriage. Grab the workbook today by visiting singleanddivinelypreparing.com. Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novella: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Books discussed in the episode: Storms of Love: Download on Kindle Unlimited Book-fluence: Purchase Here Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

Hey business owners! Are you still depending on day-to-day clients to help you build a passive stream of income? Leaders, are you banking on your skill set or expertise to keep opening doors for you with your website & business card? Then this episode is for you! Writing a book about your business or skill set has multiple benefits, with money being just one of them. Tune in now!  Single and Divinely Preparing coaches women to purpose and fulfillment in Christ before marriage. Grab the workbook today by visiting singleanddivinelypreparing.com.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novella: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Books discussed in the episode: Storms of Love: Download on Kindle Unlimited Book-fluence: Purchase Here Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we highlight the importance of rest and recharging as a writer. New ideas come from a place of divine rest. Grab your notebooks and tune in as we discuss how to successfully schedule breaks, how reading plays a role in your writing when pausing, and how to practice self and soul care.  If you're an author ready to take your writing career seriously, partner with one of us as your coach. To learn more about Mya's coaching programs, you can visit her website at: Coaching Website To learn more about Nailah's coaching program, you can visit her website at: Book Coaching Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novella: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Books discussed in the episode: Storms of Love: Download on Kindle Unlimited Book-fluence: Purchase Here Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we discuss what to write your book about. We know that it's a burning question for many authors and the struggle is real! But so is your pen game. Tune in to discover key tips for writing a memoir, novel, a book for your business (hey, entrepreneurs) and how to write for your audience. If you're an author ready to take your writing career seriously, partner with one of us as your coach. To learn more about Mya's coaching programs, you can visit her website at: Coaching Website To learn more about Nailah's coaching program, you can visit her website at: Book Coaching Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novella: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Books discussed in the episode: Storms of Love: Download on Kindle Unlimited Book-fluence: Purchase Here Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we talk about coins - 3 ways to monetize your book. We know that every author, whether you're writing fiction or non-fiction, wants to know how they can earn income from their book outside of book sales. Well, tune in now because these are tips you can implement right away.  If you're an author ready to take your writing career seriously, partner with one of us as your coach.  To learn more about Mya's coaching programs, you can visit her website at: Coaching Website To learn more about Nailah's coaching program, you can visit her website at: Book Coaching Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novella: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In today's episode, we break down how to brand as an author, with a main focus on the importance of knowing your target audience, mastering your story and being authentic. This is the episode you've been waiting for. Grab your notebook and tune in now!  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novel, as well as a free ebook: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Books discussed in the episode: Storms of Love: Download on Kindle Unlimited Book-fluence: Purchase Here Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In this episode, we discuss the highs and lows of being a writer. We touch on depression, growing pains, the importance of saving your testimonials/reviews, the challenges of being anointed and understanding seedtime and harvest as a writer.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline".  Join Mya's email list and get a free novel: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In episode 3, we discussed the importance of keeping God in your writing career. Some of the things we discussed: starting your morning off with God, being consistent with your devotions and quiet time with God and being mindful of confusing God with New Age practices (yes, this episode got REAL!). Please note: We experienced a lot of warfare surrounding this episode, so please keep that in mind when listening.  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novel: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

In the second episode of this season, we discuss the cost of being a writer, financial and otherwise. We also discuss what your disobedience is costing you as a writer (i.e. open doors, next level, etc.).  Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novel: writermya.com Join Nailah's email list and get a free book-editing playbook: nharv.com/editingtypes Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom

Welcome to our new podcast! It's your favorite writing coaches, Mya Kay and Nailah. In the first episode of this season, we discuss how we met (we both taught English in South Korea), how we ended up becoming writers, why we are still writers and the importance of having an identity outside of your writing. Join our email list and get a free video teaching called, "Building A Successful Writing Discipline". Join Mya's email list and get a free novel: writermya.com Join Nailah’s email list and get a free book-editing playbook: www.nharv.com/editingtypes Follow the podcast: @thewritingbarpodcast Follow us: @writermya & @nharvdotcom