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How to Save the Christian Publishing Show
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Big changes are ahead for The Christian Publishing show. Find out how you can join us to get your publishing questions answered.
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Why Most Authors Don’t Need Social Media in 2022
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Social media changes so quickly. Find out which platforms and strategies work for selling books in 2022.
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How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell
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Learn to write short stories that readers crave. One of the best authors in the world, bestselling author James Scott Bell, teaches us how.
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Big News!
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I have a couple of big announcements. If you have been wondering why there hasn’t been a new episode in a few weeks I have a good reason. Announcement #1: New Baby! We just had a baby! Jack Umstattd was on December 23rd weighing 9 pounds 10 ounces. Both he and my wife are tired […]
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What Every Author Needs to Know About Cyber Security
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Every author needs cyber security. Discover which of your vectors are most vulnerable to attack and how you can protect them.
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How to Write Deep Point of View with Karen Witemeyer
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If you want your readers to connect with your writing, you need to immerse them deeply into the mind of your characters. Your readers need to hear, see, and experience everything that your character experiences. But how do you do this? The answer is deep point of view. We have a guest on the show […]
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Tools To Make Publishing Easier
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We are in the process of replacing the dirt and rocks in our backyard with grass for the children to play in. At first, things went well using the shovel but then when we got to the final rocks, the shovel just did not work well. Then we tried a rake, and boom! Suddenly we […]
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How to Create Compelling Secondary Characters for Your Novel with Angela Hunt
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We have had episodes about protagonists, the characters who want something that drives the plot forward, and antagonists who get in their way. But stories do not live on protagonists alone. Side characters, or supporting characters, play a vital role in your novel. But how do you craft characters that are believable and compelling? How […]
You can listen to this episode How to Create Compelling Secondary Characters for Your Novel with Angela Hunt on Christian Publishing Show.
How to Run a Kickstarter Campaign for Your Book with Jonathan Shuerger
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Learn how to raise money from future readers, pay for your book before you publish it, and reward your supporters for contributing.
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How to Create an Author Press Kit with Susan Neal
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If you want to secure media interviews about your book, learn why you need an author press kit, what you should include, and where to place it on your website.
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How to Keep Fear from Blocking Your Creativity with David Lee Martin
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You have a creative idea. You feel inspired to pursue it. But your head is filled with doubt. “What if I can’t make it work? What if I can’t provide for my family? What if my work isn’t good enough? What if people think my creation is stupid?” We have a guest on the show […]
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What Every Author Needs to Know About Copyright Law with James Scott Bell
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Find out who should register the copyright for a book, why it may be important, and when is the best time to do it.
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How to Grow Your Podcast Audience – with David Hooper
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Learn how to increase your podcast’s impact by connecting with other podcasters, authors, and audiences who are interested in your book.
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How to Become a Professional Freelancer with Sharon Norris Elliott
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The saying goes, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” While some authors are able to support a full-time writing career with only their books, the reality is most authors need additional income, at least at the beginning. But does that mean you need to go out and get a job at McDonald’s in […]
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Is Your Author “About Me” Page Boring Your Readers To Death?
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Most author About Me pages are as fascinating as Mr. Rogers’ sweater choices. Here’s how to craft a killer About page.
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How to Fight Cancel Culture As a Christian Author with Laura Lynn Hughes
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It’s no question that we live in a “cancel” culture. It may be tempting to bury our heads in the sand and be sure we never do anything to offend anyone. But that’s not how the Bible calls us to live. Countless times throughout the Bible, men and women of God took a stand for […]
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How to Write Faster and Better with Chris Fox
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Chris Fox shares a method authors can use to increase writing output and improve craft. Implement these habits to write faster and better.
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Author Media: The Behind-the-Scenes Story
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Peek behind the scenes to find out how Author Media came to serve authors like you and how we’ll serve you in the coming years.
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How Jack Ellem Went from Unpublished to Bestselling Indie Author
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Find out how Jack Ellem became a bestselling indie author in two foreign countries while living in Australia and learn how his strategies can work for you.
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Where Christian Publishing Came From with Leslie Stobbe
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Have you ever wondered where Christian publishing came from? I sure have. In the olden days, there were only publishers. But then Christian publishers started to emerge. Why did that happen? What caused it? To find out, we have a special guest who has worked in the publishing industry for 65 years. He is the […]
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