Your Best Writing Life

What did you think of this episode?Virtual conferences are part of the writer's life. Navigating virtual conferences well impacts the writer's bottom line.  Zoomie commander (our pet name for her), Becky Antkowiak shares insight and strategies to take advantage of every online conference. Becky (ant-KO-vee-ack) Antkowiak is a writer, speaker, editor, adoptive homeschooling mom, Compassion sponsor, enthusiastic Grammar Floozy, and Project Manager with Redemption Press. A lifelong serial extrovert, Becky believes every stranger is a friend she hasn’t met. Fair warning: if you make eye contact, you may be friends for life. She founded the 540 Club, a free group for writers focused on studying the craft, sharpening skills, and sharing encouragement for the writing journey. When she’s not writing or finding ways to connect people, you can find her demolishing, rebuilding, and creating alongside Patrick, her best friend, and husband of 20 years. In her spare moments, she binge-listens to audiobooks while eating salted caramel anything. Becky, welcome to Your Best Writing LifeFocus and Preparation are key to having the best online experience.Focus on DetailsFocus on LearningFocus on TechFocus on EnvironmentFocus on CommunicationLINKSBecky Antkowiak540 Club for Writers WebsiteMaking the Most of Virtual Conferences PDF Download540 Club - Join on FacebookDownload the June Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Writing narrative nonfiction is not the same as writing historical nonfiction. Knowing the difference will land you an award-winning book. Dr. Craig von Buseck shares how.Craig is an award-winning author and popular speaker. He holds an MA in Journalism from Regent University. His book, I Am Cyrus: Harry S. Truman and the Rebirth of Israel' won the 2020 Selah Award for nonfiction and was a finalist for the Truman Award by the Truman Presidential Library – welcome Dr. Craig von Buseck to Your Best Writing Life! During this episode, you will gain first-hand knowledge of how Craig researches for his award-winning books, the dos and don'ts that will save you time, frustration, and some kickback.Learn basics in comparing narrative nonfiction and historical fiction.Why has narrative nonfiction become so popular?What fascinates Crag the most about his writing career?LINKSDr. Craig von Buseck Chapter Download - Victor! The Final Battle of Ulysses S. GrantDownload the June Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Writing humor has a lot to do with the combination of observation and timing. Author and book coach, Amy Williams shares how humor, lowers stress and makes tough topics palatable.Amy is a coffee-drinking, sushi-eating, story-telling nerd who loves cats, country living, and all things Japanese. Amy likes her road trips with rock music, her superheroes with snark, and her blankets extra fuzzy, but her first love is stories and the authors who are passionate about telling them. Good to have you back, Amy!Linda and Amy discuss shock value, physical comedy, situational humor, and character-based humor. Are you using the right humor in your writing? It makes the difference.LINKSAmy Williams Humor notes and How to Write Funny DownloadAmy's Twitter, Facebook, Instagram Amy's Coaching Packages Download the May Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb 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?Launch Teams and Street Teams are essential for authors. Beta Readers and Influencers play a big part in launching your book too. Linda's guest, Tammy Karasek is sharing strategies that have launched over 100 books. Tammy uses humor and wit to bring joy and hope to every aspect of life. She’s President of  ACFW Upstate SC and a member of My Book Therapy/Novel Academy, the Blog Editor for Word Weavers International, the Social Media Coordinator for Blue Ridge, and a monthly contributor for The Write Conversation. Welcome, Tammy!LINKS tammy@tammykarasek.com Tammy Karasek Tammy’s Writer Facebook PageTammy’s Twitter AccountTammy’s Instagram AccountTammy’s Pinterest AccountTammy’s Goodreads AccountDownload the May Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Linda Goldfarb and her guest discuss traditional publishing, answer some forbidden questions, and take a look at the many options for self, independent, co-publishing, and partnership publishing. As someone with her foot in both worlds, our industry expert Cheri Cowell can help you evaluate your options.Cheri is the Founder and CEO of EABooks Publishing. She brings a unique blend of publisher/author experience to independent publishing, as an author with four traditionally published books who has a passion for helping others see God's Word come alive. Cheri is excited to help you take advantage of the new publishing trends. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, Cheri!How do you define traditional publishing, independent publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid authors?What are the five main differences between traditional and independent publishing?How to know which direction is right for me?What is the cost as a self-published author?LINKSCheri CowellEABooks Partnership Publishing DownloadPublishing Comparison  Handout DownloadThe Marketing Pyramid DownloadMy Treehouse Escape EABooks Publishing Download the May Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?How to book a podcast tour. Susan Neal was interviewed on 29 podcast/radio shows in eight months in 2020 and won the Christian Author Network Crown Award for Outstanding Broadcast Media. You can do this too.As a Certified AWSA Writer Coach, Susan’s desire is to help others publish and sell their God-given message. She is the author of seven healthy living books. Her self-published number one Amazon best-seller, 7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates, won the Selah award and sold over 17,000 copies in three years.  Susan is the director of the Christian Indie Publishing Association.  CIPA was created in 2004 to provide independently published authors and small publishers with resources to publish like a traditional publisher. The CIPA discounts (Free Ingram Spark title set-up, ISBN discount, plus 15 more discounts), education materials (8 courses, 17 guides), and marketing tools make your publishing experience easier and more profitable. What process to take in finding the right podcasts to query?How much time do you spend on an effective campaign?Best interview tips?Extra benefits of having a podcast tour?LINKSSusan U Neal websiteEmail Susan Neal CIPA Director Christian Indie Publishing Association CIPA Author Media Kit DownloadDownload the May Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Strategies to get started on your first book are not as complicated as you might think. Author Michele Chynoweth Shares her 8-step process every writer can follow.Michele Chynoweth is a book coach, founder of the “Your Book Done Right” Master Class and best-selling and award-winning author of The Faithful One, The Peace Maker, The Runaway Prophet, and The Jealous Son, contemporary suspense novels that re-imagine Bible stories. And believe me, Michele is all of these and so much more – be sure to see the show notes – Welcome to your best writing life – Michelle! 1 - What do you recommend is needed to get started on your first book? 2 - What are some resources that can help me learn to write better?3 - What if I get side-tracked, overwhelmed, or have writer’s block, how do I get my book finished once I start? All four of Michele's novels can be found anywhere books are sold and are available in paperback, hardcover, e-book, and as audiobooks; autographed paperback copies are also available on my website:https://michelechynoweth.com/books LINKSMichele Chynoweth Book Coach Michele's book, The Jealous Son Your Book Done Right Master Class PDFHow-To Guide - Step One Get Your Book DoneDownload the April Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life Visit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb 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?Advice and wisdom to be a successful writer, you don't want to miss this episode. DiAnn Mills shares twenty-plus years of writing wisdom with our host, Linda Goldfarb. Whether you are aspiring to be an author or a bestseller who wants to know, "What next?'" DiAnn answers questions to keep you moving forward without falling into the potholes of pride and what-ifs.What she would do differently. What she will never change. Pitfalls that await new and aspiring writers. Long-term goals for advanced writers. Encouragement with practical application every writer can benefit from.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. Welcome, DiAnn Mills.LINKSBooks by DiAnn MillsAirborne by DiAnn MillsDiAnn Mills websiteDiAnn on Facebook DiAnn on Pinterest DiAnn on InstagramThe Value of Writer Energy PDF DownloadDownload the April Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Think your audience is too small for God? Dr. Michelle Bengtson shares how our small beginnings work in the lives of our readers. Join Linda Goldfarb and Dr. Michelle as they dismiss the concept that you are only useful to God when you've made it to the top.Dr. Michelle is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, podcaster, national and international media resource on mental health, she’s a speaker, multi-award-winning author, and lover of mountain hikes, beach strolls, and lake sunsets. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, my friend, Dr. Michelle Bengtson.Today we address the following questions:1.     We’ve all heard the scriptural command, which at times might come across as a cliché, to not despise small beginnings, and yet you have found it to be true. How so?2.     When you say to not despise small beginnings, how does that relate to the writing life?3.     When we are writing for the Lord, what other scriptural basis should we keep in mind?4.     It’s common for writers to have aspirations of writing the next bestseller, but you tend to focus instead on writing for an audience of One. Why is that?LINKSDr. Michelle Bengtson Your Hope Filled Perspective podcastHow to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win  download7-Day YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip  Download the April Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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?Writing nonfiction can seem boring, yet Edie Melson says, not true, we just need the right elements to make our words pop. Listen in as Linda and Edie discuss how to perfect our nonfiction endeavors.Find your voice, live your story… is Edie Melson’s core message. Her blog, The Write Conversation reaches thousands and has consistently been named a Writer’s Digest Top 100 Sites for Writers. Edie has spent the past twenty years writing award-winning nonfiction from freelance to books. In her everyday life, she is quick to remind those she meets about the practical and personal applications of God’s infinite love.  Please welcome Edie to Your Best Writing Life.today we discuss: 1 -What makes nonfiction interesting?  2 -How do I take an idea and decide which nonfiction medium is best for it?  3 -What makes nonfiction evergreen? 4 – Tips How to come up with ideas for short nonfictionLINKSEdie Melson The Write Conversation blog Edie on InstagramEdie on TwitterEdie on Pinterest Edie on FacebookEdie on LinkedInEdie on YouTubeSoul Care for Writers series Writing Evergreen Nonfiction PDFDownload the April Writing Tips & Soul Care for Writers PDFVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing Life 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