Your Best Writing Life

What did you think of this episode?All writers hit a point where they feel like giving up. Linda Goldfarb and Lori Stanley Roeleveld discuss perseverance strategies to help Christian writers stick with their calling.Linda's industry expert is Lori Stanley Roeleveld. Lori is a life coach, blogger, speaker, freelance writer, and disturber of hobbits. She’s authored five encouraging, unsettling books, including Running from a Crazy Man, with a sixth in the works. Her latest release is Colorful Connections:12 Questions about Race that Open Healthy Conversations. She lives online at www.loriroeleveld.com.     Linda and Lori discuss some common challenges Christian writers face that cause them to consider giving up. Lori shares her five strategies for helping writers stick with writing, build resilience, and not give up. They also answer the questions: Are there some writers who should give up?Are there some who just don’t have the talent or skill to persevere? How do writers know if they’re supposed to persevere or find a different calling?What are the rewards for perseverance? LinksLori Stanley Roeleveld7 Steps to Overcoming a Setback! PDF DownloadColorful Connections: 12 Questions about Race that Open Healthy Conversations.Check out Lori's post, Holding onto Faith Despite the Pressure to Let Go If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastVisit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality SystVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?When writing causes friction in your marriage, it's time to change. Davis & Tracy Sellars provide practical ways to replace friction with understanding. Linda Goldfarb's industry experts are David and Tracy Sellars, this couple is passionate about bringing the truth of God’s Word to marriages. They minister to couples through a weekly 25-minute radio broadcast/podcast, Biblical marriage counseling, conferences, and men’s and women’s groups and retreats. Seeing couples’ hearts turn toward Christ and each other is their greatest joy.What do you do when:Writing begins to divide the marriage.Writing is seen as a hobby by your spouse.Writing become a financial burden.You feel alone,  and so much more!LINKSDavid and Tracy Sellars Vows to Keep PDF downloadEmail Davis & Tracy Sellars - author@vowstokeep.com If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastVisit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. Life is a new adventure every day with four adult children and 15 grandbabies. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of our host, Linda GoldfarbVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Waiting is difficult for everyone.  As writers, being on hold impacts more than our time. Candy Arrington and Linda Goldfarb discuss the keys to waiting well.Linda's industry expert is Candy Arrington – Candy is a writer, blogger, and speaker. She has over twenty years of experience writing for publication. Candy’s topics include faith, health, caregiving, personal growth, suicide, and moving beyond challenging life circumstances. She is the author of three nonfiction books and hundreds of articles in numerous print and online outlets.In this episode, we discuss: 5 steps for writers “on pause” to considerWaiting moments writers experienceHow Candy experienced waiting in her writing journeyHow writers can benefit from waiting5 Keys to Waiting WellCandy ArringtonCandy's book - Life on Pause: Learning to Wait Well5-Keys to Waiting Well PDF DownloadIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastVisit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. Life is a new adventure every day with four adult children and 15 grandbabies. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of ourVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Bestselling author, Janet McHenry, provides writers with strategies and practical steps to structuring their writing. 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 to analyze writing form, which she teaches at conferences and her own Sierra Valley Writers Retreat. It’s good to have her here. Welcome to your best writing life, Janet.In this encore episode, Linda Goldfarb and Janet discuss what challenges writers the most about writing form. This includes how writers determine the shape of their book interior based on genre.  They discuss the best place for a writer to start learning about form. Finishing with steps Janet encourages writers to take when learning a new genre and when it's time to stop writing.LINKSJanet McHenry's Website: https://www.janetmchenry.com Podcast giveaway  - 5 Ways to Study Writing Form Looking Up! Mini-magazine signup: https://www.janetmchenry.comJanet McHenry's Coaching: https://www.janetmchenry.com/lookinup/Janet-McHenry-CoachingSierra Valley Writers Retreat: https://www.janetmchenry.com/lookingup/Sierra-Valley-Writers-RetreatJanet McHenry's Facebook personal: https://www.facebook.com/janet.mchenry.9Janet McHenry's Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/JanetMcHenryAuthor/If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Five secrets event planners love that will get you more speaking gigs with award-winning author Erica Wiggenhorn. Linda Goldfarb and Erica explore in detail what event planners need from speakers to make inviting us back a no-brainer.Linda's guest, Erica, is an award-winning author and international speaker. She has published 5 books with Moody Publishers and 3 On Demand Video Teaching Series. She writes for P31 Ministries on their First 5 app. She lives in Phoenix, AZ, with her BFF Jonathan and their 4 children, only two of which are human and the others furry and adorable.      At first glance, these secrets seem fairly obvious. It's what Erica shares that takes each secret deeper.Secret 1 - Put yourself in the event planners shoesSecret 2 - Know your audience    Secret 3 - Don't make your talk a guessing gameSecret 4 - Make prayer a prioritySecret 5 - Be teachable and gratefulLINKSErica WiggenhornAn Unexpected Revival    Free - The Busy Woman's Bundle to Connecting with God           If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step--Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Writing male characters correctly is no easy task. J.P. Robinson and Linda Goldfarb share how to connect with all readers successfully.Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is JP Robinson. JP is an award-winning author of historical and political suspense. He is a contributor to Guideposts, Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse, and the Salvation Army’s War Cry. His work has been praised by industry leaders such as Publishers Weekly and secured the #1 spot on Amazon’s historical thrillers category. During today's episode, Linda and J.P. discuss:Why it's important to write characters that appeal to men and women.What female writers need to be aware of when writing male characters.How to reach a male YA reader.How boys should be depicted in your writing. What does the market look like for male readers?What kind of impact writing books for boys without a dad in the house can make.LINKSConnect with J.P. Robinson on his website J.P. Robinson's Articles for Writers If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of our host, LVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Use your manuscript to grow your speaking opportunities. Linda and Mary R. Snyder share great strategies you can implement now.Knowing how to craft a message that transforms your audience from listeners to readers is priceless. Every writer needs to hear this episode –Mary R. Snyder will help you increase the reach of your message and positively influence your bottom line.Linda's industry expert is Mary R. Snyder. Mary is a speaker, coach, podcast host, and event & tour producer. She’s spent the past 20 years on the stage, behind the stage, and booking & coaching some of the most influential speakers of our time. She has the heart to help aspiring authors craft the message of their books.    Alright, let’s head into our content for today… From Manuscript to Message How do you determine the best message to share? What are the elements of a well-crafted message? How do you open a message? How do you close a message? Summarize How do you use your message to drive book sales? Links:Mark R. SnyderMaster Your Manuscript Checklist PDFIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda also hosts her brand new Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Reduce passive voice to make your writing better. Linda Goldfarb and Multi-award-winning author DiAnn Mills give 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 to have her with us today.During this encore episode, you learn:What is an active voiceWhat is a passive voice How to remedy the use of passive voiceWhen is passive voice okay to use?How to avoid to-be verbsOnline tools you can use for editing and determining passive voice.and so much more.LINKSDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramWord frequency counter linkTips to Eliminate the Passive Voice PDF DownloadConsult with Grammarly or ProWriting Aid to help determine active and passive voice If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies–Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?How can writers get more readers? Literary agent, Blythe Daniel, shares tips and strategies with host Linda Goldfarb to help writers increase their readership. Blythe Daniel – has been in publishing for over 20 years. She’s a marketer, author, and literary agent and has written for Focus on the Family, Christian Retailing, and others. She and her mother co-wrote: Mended: Restoring the Hearts of Mothers and Daughters. She lives in Colorado with her husband and children  In today's episode, Linda and Blythe discuss why we must have a built-in readership, how we can increase our following, and how we can get past the hesitation of doing what we must do to get it done.[bctt tweet="How can writers get more readers? Literary agent, Blythe Daniel, shares tips and strategies with host Linda Goldfarb to help writers increase their readership." username="@LindaGoldfarb @BRMCWC @BlytheDaniel"]LINKSBlythe DanielOur Mended HeartsIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website, Your Best Writing Life websiteYour Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbBesides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series.Linda and her hubby, Sam, are empty nesters leading full lives. With four adult children and 15 grandbabies– life is a new adventure every day. She loves sipping frothed coffee with friends, traveling the countryside with Sam, and sharing transparent truth to help others take their next best step-- personally and professionally.   Visit the website of our host, Linda GoldfarbVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Praying the WRITE prayer acrostic keeps you focused on God, your readers, and your why. Cherrilynn Bisbano and Linda share soul care for writers.Many of us use acrostics when we pray. the familiar ACTS prayer model stands for Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication. Another is PRAY – Praise, Repent, Ask, and Yield. And yet another prayer acrostic, The Way - in which the six letters in the acrostic T.H.E. W.A.Y. represents the main idea behind each of the six prayers. Temptation, Hallelujah, Everything, Wisdom, All Men, and Yahweh.Linda Goldfarb here and my guest today is Cherrilynn Bisbano. Cherrilynn is an award-winning writer, speaker, and coach. She loves encouraging her brothers and sisters to stand firm and shine for Jesus. She is an expert in writing book proposals and memoirs. Coaching writers is her passion. And if she’s not actively writing or coaching, You can find her at the beach hunting sea glass.Cherrilynn’s peek behind the curtain reveals an adventurous spirit. Take a listen to find out what she did.In this episode, we talk about prayer using the acrostic, W.R.I.T.E.Word of God, Readers, Inspiration, Thanksgiving, and Expectations. Which word in WRITE is your favorite?Check this out:Cherrilynn BisbanoThe W.R.I.T.E. Prayer PDFCherrilynn’s book Shine Don’t Whine  Cherrilynn on Twitter Cherrilynn on InstagramCherrilynn on LinkedInCherrilyn on FacebookIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast Visit our website Your Best Writing Life websiteYour Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers in our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeI'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode --LindaAbout your host - LiVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast