Called to be a Writer

Last week we discussed the pros and cons of self-publishing and today we will be chatting about the pros and cons of traditional publishing which in my opinion is every author's dream--well, it is for me!

We will compare some of the pros and cons to self-publishing as well. if you are in between deciding to self-publish or to go the traditional route, I hope that what we discuss today and last week will help in your decision making. Traditional publishing is anything but easy and it takes time to finally land an agent and a publishing deal but it is feasible. Keep going, don't give up! Check out some of the links below

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nallely__rodriguez/

Books I've Written:

https://www.amazon.com/Nallely-Rodriguez/e/B086Q2MCJQ?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1606496063&sr=8-1

Source I used for research for this Episode:

https://www.well-storied.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-publishing

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK FRIENDS!

Last week's episode was all about how to self-publish a book. this week I would like to share some of the pros and cons of self-publishing mostly talking from experience. I have self-published three books thus far and I've done so using KDP which happens to be a great platform for new authors. However, with everything, there will be pros and cons. Publishing your book whether traditionally or independently--will be a long and tedious process but so worth it in the end. 

If you are on the fence about whether to self-publish or go the traditional route, I hope this episode brings a little bit of clarity for you on your decision making.

If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask me over on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nallely__rodriguez/

As always, thank you for listening! see you next week!

I recently spoke with a mom friend over on Instagram and she was asking me how I went about publishing my books. I was instantly flattered because, truth be told, I love sharing my knowledge and wisdom with people. We talked and I shared tips with her and what worked for me.

after my conversation with her, I felt compelled to create an episode on the topic. There are still a myriad of people who are unaware of how to go about self-publishing a book and thankfully I can now help others who are still confused about the whole process. I hope this episode helps you on your self-publishing journey. Also, please feel free to ask me questions over on my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nallely__rodriguez/

Here are also some websites I mentioned in the Episode. These are some self-publishing companies that help you on your journey to publishing your book. 

Book Baby

https://www.bookbaby.com

Ingram Spark

https://www.ingramspark.com

WestBow Press 

https://www.westbowpress.com/en/publishing-options

KDP

https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/

thank you all for listening! 

Melody Pendlebury is an author, founder of The Publishing Room which is a company that helps aspiring authors who have a dream to self-publish a book but have no idea how to go about it--she is also on the hope Writers team as an enrollment specialist and she is also a teacher.

Melody enjoys helping new authors on their journey to self-publishing. She is living the writing dream but still has so much more to pursue.

Listen to her story and be inspired. 

Check out her website:

https://www.melodypendlebury.com

Chat with her on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/melodypendy/

Thank you all for listening! See you next week!

An impromptu episode of what was on my heart this morning. I hope it serves as encouragement and that you do not give up on whatever it is that you are doing. Take care friends and God Bless!

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My very close friend and business owner is joining us on the show today. She recently launched a business the beginning of 2020 and has really honed her craft at what she does. Her business was an overnight success and I cannot wait until you hear her story. Marcela is a wife, mother, and entrepreneur who is still learning to navigate it all.

Today she will give us a little bit of back story of how she got started pursuing her passions and how she does it all. It's no easy feat managing a business, ministry while being a mom to littles. 

This is her story. Be encouraged today friends. You can find Marcela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarrush_cakepops/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sugarrushcakepops/

Thank you all for listening friends. Please remember to leave a rating and review and help me grow this podcast. 

It seems that everyone is talking about "narcissism" these days. There is a myriad of podcasts, YouTube channels, blog posts about the subject. Narcissism isn't anything new, in fact we can go back to the Bible and see various people who had narcissistic tendencies. For example: Jezebel. Today's episode is one I have been prolonging but it's been weighing on my heart to share my experience with dealing with someone with these tendencies. It's tough because now matter how hard you try to to get them to empathize with you and see your point of view, they won't. In their mind, they are right, they are the victim, and the person that hurt them becomes a villain in their minds. 

It's a sad reality that so many people are like this and we are just now becoming aware. If you have ever dealt with someone who is narcissistic then you know what I am talking about. 

But, after dealing with people with these tendencies for a while now, I know how to respond and I also have allowed these experiences make me stronger and emotionally mature. 

We must keep in mind that people are going to hurt us, and sometimes we may hurt others as well. What matters is that we apologize and also forgive the person who did us wrong. Christ commanded us to love our neighbor as we love ourselves, to take up our cross, to forgive, to be kind, and well; to demonstrate the fruits of the Spirit and be just like Jesus. He alone is the perfect example of who we ought to be like. 

If you would like to know more about Narcissism, check out this channel:

https://www.youtube.com/user/DoctorRamanDurvasula

Let's chat on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nallely__rodriguez/

Happy New Year to everyone! I hope you all had an amazing Thanksgiving and Christmas and spent time with all your loved ones! For us, things were  a bit different as Im sure it was for most people. 

But I am glad to be back! Today's episode is just a sneak peak of what season 2 will be about. I hope you enjoy season two and if you do, please share this podcast and tag me on IG: @nallely__rodriguez

Thank you for listening and I will see you next week friends!

WELCOME TO SEASON 2 EVERYONE! I missed you guys and Im so excited for this season!

I have been recording some IGTV videos over on Instagram and people have really been liking them. I recently recorded one where I shared my struggles years ago as I was trying to overcome homosexuality. I was in the trenches of depression, insecurities and on top of that trying to ward off homosexual thoughts. I was tough, trying, exhausting but there is absolutely nothing impossible for Christ and He walked with me every step of the way until I was radically transformed and healed by the power of God. 

I hope you all enjoy this episode and if you do, please share it with your friends! I will also be announcing that this is the season finale of season 1 but I will be back next year for another season. I will miss you guys but lately, I've had alot on my plate and haven't made the Podcast a priority. but I will be back with more content for you guys.

I love you all and thank you for listening. Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas! Check out the links below:

Let's Chat on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nallely__rodriguez/

The books I've written:

https://www.amazon.com/Nallely-Rodriguez/e/B086Q2MCJQ?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1601319667&sr=8-1