Are you receiving proper writing critiques?  In this encore episode, Dr. Katherine Hayes shares how to maximize critique effectiveness.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft.My industry expert is Dr. Katherine Hayes. Katherine is a freelance writer/content editor, artist, speaker, podcaster, and sensitivity reader. She’s a member of Word Weavers International and serves as an online chapter president and mentor. She belongs to FWA (Florida Writers Association), ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers), CWoC (Crime Writers of Color), AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association), and AASA (American Association of School Administrators). She has authored a Christian Bible study for women and is working on the prequel to her first general-market thriller novel. 1)     Why is it vital to have your work professionally and peer critiqued? 2)     Why is it vital to be able to give others a well-rounded critique 3)     Where are the best places to find professional editors? 4)     Where are the best places to find quality peer critiques? 5)     What are the basic components of a literary critique? LINKSDr. Katherine HayesTool Kit  - Giving and Receiving Writing Critiques PDFAll links mentioned in the show are in Katherine's Tool Kit download.Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem Laced with Morality PodcastVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

In today's episode, you'll learn how to plan your writing to meet your deadlines.In this encore episode, bestselling author DiAnn Mill's 12-Step Writing System will help you to master and meet your writing deadlines. Whether you're writing a book, blog post, or article, this system will make you an editor's dream author. Join Linda Goldfarb in welcoming DiAnn to Your Best Writing Life.DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists and won two Christy Awards, the Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol award contests. DiAnn speaks to groups and teaches writing all over the country.LinksConnect with DiAnn Mills Taking the Dead Out of Deadlines PDFGhost Reader text to Voice App DiAnn uses with her Macbook ProVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Are your author web pages easily findable by user search queries? Matt Jones provides what authors need to know about search engine optimization. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn What authors need to know about SEO Matt is the president of Jones House Creative, a design firm with a passion for helping Christian authors build their online platforms, promote their books, and connect with their readers online. What are some of the goals an author should have in mind when starting out with SEO?Where should an author start when setting up their SEO for the first time? What are the important things an author should keep in mind when setting up SEO?Author best practices to keep SEO fresh.LINKSJones House Creative Jones House Creative on InstagramFree - Social Trends Report Sign-upPodcast Special - Monthly Newsletter Management Use GOLDFARB as a promo code21 SEO Essentials for Authors PDF Downloadhttps://www.facebook.com/joneshousecreativeVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Warning signs to unveil toxic writers. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn nine warning signs to unveil toxic writers in your life. My industry expert is…Edie Melson. Edie Melson is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers observing life through the lens of her camera. As a popular speaker, Edie encourages and challenges audiences on the necessity of Soul Care and leads workshops throughout the world on staying connected to God. Her numerous books, including the award-winning Soul Care series and Unruffled, Thriving in Chaos (co-authored with Rhonda Rhea) reflect her passion to help others develop the strength of their God-given gifts and apply them to their lives. Since 2017, Edie’s industry blog, The Write Conversation, has been recognized as a Writer’s Digest Top 101 Sites for Writers. She’s the director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and a board member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She and her husband Kirk have been married for 40+ years and raised three sons. They live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and can often be found hiking—with Edie clinging to the edge of a precipice for the perfect camera angle and Kirk patiently carrying her camera bag and tripod. Please welcome Edie Melson to Your Best Writing Life. It’s great to have you here, my friend.Nine signs of a toxic writer.1. Writers who only talk about writing but never produce anything of their own.2. Writers who always have an excuse for not producing anything.3. Writers who always gossip about other writers.4. Writers who cannot accept honest critiques.5. Writers who put others down to build themselves up.6. Writers who legalistically follow the rules.7. Writers who insist that there is only one correct way to write.8. Writers who are more interested in a life support group or relationship than in encouraging each other to write.9. Writers who put themselves above others after success. Linkshttps://ediemelson.com/ https://ediemelson.com/books/ More info on toxic writersVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Creating content for your blogs, newsletters, or social media--made easy.Learn how to elevate your message and maximize engagement.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to Elevate Your Message with the DEARS Content FrameworkMy industry expert is…Monica Miller. Monica is Your Content Guide, and she helps you be seen, heard and felt with every word to build an audience ready to learn and buy from you through mentorship or writing. She’s an author, International Speaker, and Writer who lives in Indiana with her husband and boys.Learn:Why people/entrepreneurs/authors struggle with creating content.The missing gap between your message and why elevating it is in your best interest.The DEARS Content Framework and how to utilize it.DirectEducationAuthorityResearch StoryCheck out Monica's calendar to get step-by-step helpListener giveaway - The Entrepreneur Woman's Social Media Content Template www.monicawrites.com, https://www.facebook.com/monika.lynn17,  https://www.instagram.com/yourcontentguide  Monica Miller's Books:https://www.amazon.com/Write-Your-Book-Time-Strategies/dp/1530383927https://www.amazon.com/30-Day-Devotional-Christian-Writers-ebook/dp/B01LBI8W54https://www.amazon.com/Cave-Nemesis-Monica-Lynn/dp/1606101129https://www.amazon.com/Floral-Journal-Paperback-inches-Notebook/dp/B0BW2MZ7DM/https://www.amazon.com/Profitable-Content-Entrepreneur-Workbook-Captivates/dp/B0CNP6SZ4V/r Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What’s stopping you from writing fiction? Perhaps it’s how to build a world that enhances your story. Today’s guest is bringing everything we need to know about worldbuilding. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, my guest shares what you need to know about  Fiction Worldbuilding.My industry expert is… A.C. Williams, A.C. known to many of us as Amy, is a coffee-drinking, sushi-eating, story-telling nerd who loves cats, country living, and all things Japanese. Author of 17 books, she keeps her fiction readers laughing with wildly imaginative adventures about samurai superheroes, clumsy church secretaries, and goofy malfunctioning androids; her non-fiction readers laugh at her, and the hysterical life experiences she’s survived. If that’s your cup of tea (or coffee), join the fun at www.amycwilliams.com.   1. When I think of worldbuilding, I automatically lean toward Fantasy and Sci-Fi. Is that correct? 2. Three highly suggested actions to build a believable world: Research, research, research. Use the real world as inspiration – travel to a destination. Use what you already have experienced. 3. What’s the most important element in worldbuilding? 4. What is the double use for worldbuilding? LINKSWorldbuilding 101 DownloadSocial Media Links for Amy Williams: Website: www.amycwilliams.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/acwilliams_author Substack: www.acwilliams.substack.com (or www.alwayspeachy.com) Facebook: www.facebook.com/amycwilliams.author Instagram: www.instagram.com/acwilliams.author Twitter: www.twitter.com/acw_author Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Today, we share ten tips to streamline your writing life. Some you may already do, and some you may not have considered. Just take a look at the list with an open mind and see if there’s anything on it that can make your life easier.  Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Today's industry expert is…Edie Melson. Edie Melson is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers observing life through the lens of her camera. As a popular speaker, Edie encourages and challenges audiences on the necessity of Soul Care and leads workshops throughout the world on staying connected to God. Her numerous books, including the award-winning Soul Care series and Unruffled, Thriving in Chaos (co-authored with Rhonda Rhea) reflect her passion to help others develop the strength of their God-given gifts and apply them to their lives. Since 2017, Edie’s industry blog, The Write Conversation, has been recognized as a Writer’s Digest Top 101 Sites for Writers. She’s the director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and a board member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She and her husband Kirk have been married for 40+ years and raised three sons. They live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and can often be found hiking—with Edie clinging to the edge of a precipice for the perfect camera angle and Kirk patiently carrying her camera bag and tripod. Please welcome Edie Melson to Your Best Writing Life. Simplify Your Writing Life 1. Take a look at your goals. 2. Evaluate how much time you’re spending on social media. 3. Let go of your expectations. 4. Determine when you are most creative in a 24-hour period. 5. Come up with a way to schedule your time. 6. Commit to quit talking negatively to and about yourself. 7. Take care of yourself physically. 8. Build in regular breaks. 9. Surround yourself with encouraging writers. 10. Engage a prayer team.LINKShttps://ediemelson.com/ https://ediemelson.com/books/ Tips to Make Writing a Priority Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in.Our guest, PeggySue Wells, is the bestselling author of 36 books and collaborator for many more. Action and adventure, romantic suspense, military romance, and cozy mystery pact the pages of the novels penned by P.S. Wells, including Chasing Sunrise. How to live better, easier, and simpler is the focus of her nonfiction, including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make.During this episode, you’ll learn how to shape sensational settings.What is the setting?What are the characteristics and personality of the setting?Passive - Active - Behaves as a character.The setting is the story.How does a writer utilize the setting to enhance their story? LINKS PeggySue Wells FB Author Page:PeggySue Wells FB Personal PagePeggySue Wells Linked InPeggySue WellsSingle Mom CircleWriting Sensational Settings Quick Guide free copyAll of PeggySue's Writing Quick GuidesVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn 15 Reasons to Fall in Love with WritingMy industry expert is…Edie Melson. Edie Melson is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers observing life through the lens of her camera. As a popular speaker, Edie encourages and challenges audiences on the necessity of Soul Care and leads workshops throughout the world on staying connected to God.Her numerous books, including the award-winning Soul Care series and Unruffled, Thriving in Chaos (co-authored with Rhonda Rhea) reflect her passion to help others develop the strength of their God-given gifts and apply them to their lives. Since 2017, Edie’s industry blog, The Write Conversation, has been recognized as a Writer’s Digest Top 101 Sites for Writers. She’s the director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and a board member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. Edie and her husband Kirk have been married for 40+ years and raised three sons. They live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and can often be found hiking—with Edie clinging to the edge of a precipice for the perfect camera angle and Kirk patiently carrying her camera bag and tripod. Please welcome Edie Melson to Your Best Writing Life. It’s great to have you here, my friend.LINKSEdie MelsonBlue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference15 Reasons to Fall in Love with Writing PDF Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Today's industry expert is Debra Butterfield. Debra is the author of ten books, which include Claiming Her Inheritance, Discovering Her Inheritance, Unshakable Faith, and Carried by Grace: a Guide for Mothers of Victims of Sexual Abuse. She is a freelance editor and editorial director for CrossRiver Media Group and a former copywriter for Focus on the Family.Five Questions to Ask an Editor Before Signing a ContractHow does your faith influence your editing?What genre do you specialize in?What are your editing fees?When can I expect a finished product?How often will we communicate once I’m your client?LINKS Editorial Freelancers AssociationThe Christian PenFree self-editing checklist for fiction or nonfiction via Debra's https://themotivationaleditor.comSelf-editing & Publishing Tips for the Indie AuthorWebsite (for writers): https://www.themotivationaleditor.com/ Website (for readers): https://debralbutterfield.com/ Facebook (profile): https://www.facebook.com/debra.l.butterfield Facebook (page): https://www.facebook.com/DebraLButterfieldAuthor Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Welcome to Let’s Journey Together- a Moment with Father.I’m Linda Goldfarb, and I want to encourage and inspire your walk with the Lord. For more encouragement, please visit Linda Goldfarb.com. I’m so glad you’re here.Are you experiencing limited love from God?Since God is love, “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love" 1 John 4:8Is it possible that Father’s love is not reaching you?Consider your openness to God.Are you daily seeking His way and His will? Do you rest in His timing?Or, are we so hung up on the happenings of our lives that we're not going to God as the Source of love in order to obtain it?God is love; therefore, ALL things--all things, fall under His covering.Apart from Father, we will not experience the possibilities of love. His agenda must be embraced daily.Living with Father’s agenda in mind is true love!Let's journey togetherOh Lord, fill me with your mercy, grace, and love this day. Praise You. You are the One who sits on high. your love is what I desire. Hallelujah.Do not merely listen to the word and so deceive yourselves; do what it says. James 1:22May YHWH bless you, keep you, and guide you in all you do. Until next time, this is Linda Goldfarb, and I’m so glad we are on this journey together with Father.Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Did you know that companion products can boost your book sales? Carol Tetzlaff shares tips you can’t afford to miss.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about … the Companion Products Every Writer NeedsMy industry expert is…Carol Tetzlaff. Author, speaker, and co-owner of Redemption Press. Carol’s passion is discipleship of all ages. Living her best life in Arizona with Kelley and eleven fun and super cute grands. She loves super-sweet, iced coffee, spending time with friends, and the color yellow. Author of the 2022 Selah Award Bible Study winner, Ezra: Unleashing the Power of Praise. Please welcome Carol Tetzlaff to Your Best Writing Life!1. What is a companion product and what purpose does it serve?• Enhance message of your book• Greatest example - the Bible - 2. How does an author come up with content for a companion product?• When writing - you have content you don’t use• You base it on a theme or truth• You allow the reader to take a deeper dive.3. How do you envision the companion product enhancing the reader's experience with a book?1. Brings greater application, knowledge, transformation4. What are some examples of companion products that you can created for a book?• Another book…• Every genre can have a companion product - • Memoir - devotional, Novel – theme Bible Study - Devo, Teen study, children’s book, journals• Downloadable resources /book club • Video resources• Social media• Even out of the box fun items like t-shirts, jewelry, stickers, mugs5. How do you decide which type of companion product would be most effective in promoting your book?• Personality, abilities and skills, where is your audience - BOOK - • Email list - downloads, building your SM presence. • Do you speak and need to fill your table. 6. How does launching a companion product benefit the sales of the original book?• It helps bring a reader to it - it gives you a relaunch - allowing the reader to see the subject matter is still relevant.7. What advice would you give to authors who are considering creating companion products for their books?• Pray! Ask our Father… what message do I still need to share with the world - • If you still believe that your message - your story matters - Than you need to promote it and get it into the hands of the reader who can be blessed, encouraged and even transformed.LINKSCarol Tetzlaff’s Ezra Bible StudyCompanion Product and Relaunch PDFVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Are you interested in ghostwriting? Linda Goldfarb and her guest, Twila Belk, will share more information than you thought possible about it.Also known as The Gotta Tell Somebody Gal, Twila Belk is an author, speaker, editor, and champion for writers. Since 2007, she has worked closely with veteran author Cecil Murphey as his personal assistant and associate, which has provided her with a wide range of industry knowledge and writing experience.We cover a lot in today's encore episode.What is ghostwriting, and who uses ghostwriters? What makes a good ghostwriter?  What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of ghostwriting?  How do you break in?  Tell us a bit about the process LINKSTwila BelkGhostwriting: The Murphey MethodGhostwriting Resource PDFIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout 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 the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

While the New Year holds much promise and excitement, there will also be difficult times. Today’s guest helps us prepare for these challenges by developing healthy writing practices.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn 23 Best Writing Practices.  Welcome Edie Melson. Edie is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers observing life through the lens of her camera. As a popular speaker, she encourages and challenges audiences to understand the necessity of Soul Care and leads workshops throughout the world on staying connected to God. Her numerous books, including the award-winning Soul Care series and Unruffled, Thriving in Chaos (co-authored with Rhonda Rhea), reflect her passion for helping others develop the strength of their God-given gifts and apply them to their lives. Since 2017, Edie’s industry blog, The Write Conversation, has been recognized as a Writer’s Digest Top 101 Sites for Writers. She’s the director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and a board member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She and her husband Kirk have been married for 40+ years and raised three sons. They live in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and can often be found hiking—with Edie clinging to the edge of a precipice for the perfect camera angle and Kirk patiently carrying her camera bag and tripod. Please welcome Edie Melson to Your Best Writing Life. It’s great to have you here, my friend. Download the episode 23 Things below.Edie MelsonThe Write Conversation Blog for WritersListener giveaway PDF Link for 23 Things to Do for Your Writing Self  Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference Scholarship Info Best Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Do you utilize the Writing Cube concept in Novel writing? Get ready to learn a few aspects of story you may not be familiar with.Join our host, Linda Goldfarb, and her industry expert, the critically acclaimed, best-selling author Steven James. Steven has served as a contributing editor to Writer’s Digest Magazine and is the author of the groundbreaking nonfiction books Story Trumps Structure and Troubleshooting Your Novel. When he’s not working on his next book, Steven teaches Novel Writing Intensive retreats across the country with New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni.In this encore episode, Linda and Steven discuss the writing cube, pivot, and payoff. Steven provides a clear insight into the aspects of believability, escalation, causality, twists, and surprises along the way.LINKSSteven JamesPreview downloads for The Art of the Tale - freeSteven James BooksThe Art of the Tale bookBest Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Are you prepared to make the most of your interview?  Today’s episode provides strategies to make the most of every interview in ways that may surprise you– stick around!Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Edie Melson, Director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference. I’m sitting in for Linda Goldfarb today, and I’m very happy to be here with you. Each week, we bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft. We’re so glad you’re listening in. During this encore episode, you’ll learn about Five Interview Tips to Help Writers Succeed.Today’s industry expert is our very own Your Best Writing Life host, Linda Goldfarb. Linda is the award-winning co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personalities series, an international speaker, professional actress, and an audiobook narrator. She is a traditionally and independently published author who holds a board-certified advanced diploma in Christian life coaching.Linda enjoys drinking frothed coffee with friends, hiking and playing golf with her hubby, and relaxing with family and friends as often as possible. She and Sam have four adult children and many, many grandbabies. They live in the Texas hill country with two country dogs.Today's five strategies include the following:1 - Preparation2 - Engagement3 -Takeaways4 - Promotion5 - Thankfulness[bctt tweet="“As a guest, it’s good to be prepared for your host’s interview style and not surprised by it.” Linda Goldfarb" #writersrock #podcastsrock " username="@BRMCWC @LindaGoldfarb @EdieMelson"]LINKSLinda GoldfarbLinda's 5 Gifts to Offer Your Interview Host PDF with Bonus Gift #6Best Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout 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 the StayingVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Do you struggle to organize your writing? Are you searching for practical tips to help with your writing workspace, time, and materials? Each week, Linda Goldfarb brings tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. We're so glad you’re listening to this encore episode, Organized Writing Equals Higher Productivity, with her guest, Liana George.Before becoming a novelist, Liana George was a professional organizer and the owner of By George Organizing. Her first two novels are based on her experiences as an organizer and her time living in China. She is also the Co-founder of The Author’s Write Hand, a marketing/virtual assistance agency for Christian authors. Linda and Liana discuss organizing your space, time, material, and mind to be more productive as a writer.LINKSLiana GeorgeWriter Info Spreadsheet downloadBook Info Template Download How to Organize Your Writing SpaceBest Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout 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 the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Regarding devotionals, are you asking, “Where’s the beef?” Would you like to go deeper when writing devotionals yet dread the time trap for your readers? Today’s encore episode offers a way for you to write deeper while offering a shorter study time to your reader. Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Kathy Howard. Kathy is a treasure hunter. She hunts for the creamiest chocolate and richest coffee. She searches for cherished stories of faith that still impact hearts. And, she digs deep into God’s Word, mining His eternal truths for herself and to share with others. With more than 30 years of experience, Kathy has taught in dozens of states, internationally, and in various venues, including multi-church conferences and large online events. She has a Masters of Christian Education and a certificate in Women’s Ministry from the Canadian Baptist Theological Seminary. Kathy is the author of 12 books, including five Bible studies and the “Deep Rooted” devotional series. She also serves on the LifeWay Women’s Ministry Training Team. Kathy and her husband live near family in the Dallas/Ft Worth area. They have three married children, six grandchildren, and one accidental dog. Kathy provides free discipleship resources and blogs regularly at www.KathyHoward.org.Discover what a hybrid devotional study is and how you can begin writing meaty devotionals without breaking the time bank.LINKSKathy HowardHow to Write a Deep Devotional PDFKathy Howard's BooksBest Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersIf you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcastAbout 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 the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

During this encore episode, Linda Goldfarb and Thomas Umstattd Jr. get to the business of building your author platform.Does author platform building confuse you? You're not alone.Author platforms! What a platform is. And how to build your platform. Linda Goldfarb's guest, Thomas Umstattd Jr., is here to answer platform-building questions.  Thomas is the founder of Author Media and the host of the Novel Marketing Podcast. He travels the world speaking at events to help authors build their platforms, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Thomas, welcome to your best writing life!During this encore episode, Linda and Thomas get to the business of building your platform.Top two ways to weaponize your platform.Always include this element in your blog.One preventable mistake writers make.The skills you need to write good articles.LINKSAuthor Email Onboarding Sequence GuideAuthor MediaBest Writing Life Life January Tip Sheet for WritersVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Christians should be writing Speculative Fiction! Science Fiction and Fantasy writing is a great genre for faith-based writers.  Linda Goldfarb here. I’m so glad you’re listening to this encore episode with award-winning author Amy A.C. Willims.  Amy is a coffee-drinking, sushi-eating, story-telling nerd who loves cats, country living, and all things Japanese. She’d rather be barefoot, and if she isn’t, her socks will never match. With books in space opera, superhero adventure, and action-comedy, Amy loves helping authors discover the genre-defying joy of speaking truth in fiction.  Our time together is a little longer than usual, but you will be so happy you stuck around as we talk about Writing Faith-based Speculative FictionWhat are the genre expectations for speculative fiction?What is “world-building”?Can you write science fiction without aliens?Can you write fantasy without being a linguist?Why should Christians write speculative fiction?LINKSAmy (A.C.) WilliamsAmy's Speculative Fiction Recommended Reading PDF DownloadFor more recommendations and reviews, check out www.amycwilliams.com.To find out about Amy’s coaching - https://www.amycwilliams.com/coaching/ Email amy@amycwilliams.com Havok Story Podcast Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeAbout your host - Linda GoldfarbAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast