Christian Publishing Show

By Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Arts Religion & Spirituality Christianity

What's Christian Publishing Show about?

The Christian Publishing Show is a podcast to help Christian authors change the world. We talk about how to improve in the craft of writing, how to get published, and how to market effectively. Get expert advice from industry insiders. Hosted by Thomas Umstattd Jr.

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Christian Publishing Show episodes:

04.09.2024
Writing Conflict: How to Keep Your Protagonist on Their Toes
Most humans try to avoid conflict as much as possible, but novelists love conflict. Without conflict, a novelist has no story. Conflict keeps your novel moving forward and your readers turning pages. As Vladimir Nabokov once said, "The writer's job...
03.12.2024
Platform Overrated?
You’re probably tired of hearing that you need a large platform to be a successful author. Some industry professionals believe having a large platform is equivalent to having a large social media following. If you’ve been listening to the Christian Publishing Show...
02.13.2024
Mistakes to Avoid at Your First Writers Conference
When authors attend writers conferences, they often have big expectations but make common mistakes that squash their goals and diminish the return on their investment in the conference. In this episode, you’ll learn11 common mistakes authors often make and how to...
01.09.2024
The Key Ingredient for Timeless Christian Storytelling: Morality
The stories we ingest shape the morality we develop, but only to a point. If a story’s morality strays from reality or gets too twisted, the story fails to resonate with readers. Moral confusion is why movies and TV shows are...
12.12.2023
How to Prepare for Success as a New Author
God often calls authors into periods of waiting. Learn how to improve your writing and your chances of success by making the most of the wait. https://www.christianpublishingshow.com/how-to-prepare-for-success-as-a-new-author-with-laura-richmond/ Support the show
11.14.2023
From Podcast to Bestselling Book: How to Use Audio to Refine Your Book's Message with Asheritah Ciuciu
If you don't test your book ideas, you may write a book no one wants to buy. Learn how a podcast can help you test your ideas so you can write a commercially viable book. Support the show
10.06.2023
A Christian Author’s Guide to Health Insurance
Professional authors often struggle to find health insurance coverage, but healthcare for Christian authors is readily available. Support the show
09.12.2023
From Page to Stage: How To Adapt Your Writing Into a Captivating Speech With Kirsten Holmberg
Public speaking is historically one of the best ways to sell books. Find out how you can turn your book into an engaging and memorable talk.
08.30.2023
From Page to Stage: How To Adapt Your Writing Into a Captivating Speech
Public speaking is historically one of the best ways to sell books. Find out how you can turn your book into an engaging and memorable talk. Support the show
08.08.2023
Beyond First Drafts: How to Master the Art of Revision With Angela Hunt
Award-winning author Angela Hunt shares her reproducible revision process that has helped her write, revise, and publish more than 150 books.
08.05.2023
Beyond First Drafts: How to Master the Art of Revision
Award-winning author Angela Hunt shares her reproducible revision process that has helped her write, revise, and publish more than 150 books. Support the show
07.11.2023
Finding Peace in the Plot: How to Trust God in Your Writing Journey With Liz Curtis Higgs
Liz shares how she became a writer, what she learned from her victories and failures, and how new authors can learn from them as well.
07.11.2023
Finding Peace in the Plot: How to Trust God' in Your Writing Journey with Liz Curtis Higgs
Liz shares how she became a writer, what she learned from her victories and failures, and how new authors can learn from them as well. Support the show
06.13.2023
The Secret to Becoming a Successful Christian Author: Church
Find out why attending a local church in person can benefit your physical and spiritual health as well as your book sales.
06.03.2023
The Secret to Becoming a Successful Christian Author: Church
Find out why attending a local church in person can benefit your physical and spiritual health as well as your book sales. Support the show
05.09.2023
How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker
Writing books for boys is a worthy and noble pursuit. Find out what elements your book needs, and what to avoid, to thrill boys.
05.09.2023
How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker
How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker Support the show
04.04.2023
What to Expect at the Write to Publish Writers Conference
Find out what to expect and how to make the most of your first in-person Christian writers conference.
04.04.2023
What to Expect at the Write to Publish Writers Conference
The director of the Write to Publish Christian writers conference shares what to expect from your first in-person conference. Support the show
03.28.2023
The 2023 Book Launch Blueprint
Thirty days. That’s all you’ve got. Do it wrong, and you’re toast. Do it right, and it’s crème brûlée that will last for months, maybe even years. What 30 days are we talking about? The first 30 days after you...
03.27.2023
The 2023 Book Launch Blueprint
Thirty days. That’s all you’ve got. Do it wrong, and you’re toast. Do it right, and it’s crème brûlée that will last for months, maybe even years. What 30 days are we talking about? The first 30 days after you...
03.14.2023
How to Advance Christ's Kingdom Through Your Writing
Learn how and why Bible study is important for authors and how it improves your book as well as readers' lives. Support the show
02.14.2023
World-Building and Worldview: How Good Theology Can Make Your Book More Interesting With L.G. (Laura) McCary
Learn how Christian authors can organically incorporate their worldview without writing preachy novels that fall flat.
02.14.2023
World Building and Worldview: How Good Theology Can Make Your Book More Interesting
Learn how Christian authors can organically incorporate their worldview without writing preachy novels that fall flat. Support the show
01.10.2023
New Year Goal Planning With Mary DeMuth
This year, set writing goals that are ambitious and reasonable and learn how to stick with your plan.
01.06.2023
New Year Goal Planning With Mary DeMuth
This year, set writing goals that are ambitious and reasonable. Learn how to stick with a plan so you can finish your book or start another. Support the show
12.13.2022
How to Start a Writers Group With Sharon Tedford
Learn the tips and best practices for assembling and facilitating an effective and enjoyable writers critique group.
12.12.2022
How to Start a Writers Group with Sharon Tedford
Learn the tips and best practices for assembling and facilitating an effective and enjoyable writers critique group. Support the show
11.08.2022
How to Manage Book Marketing Burnout With Nika Maples
Writing and marketing your book is a hard job. Find out how authors can avoid book marketing burnout.
11.04.2022
How to Manage Book Marketing Burnout With Nika Maples
Writing and marketing your book is a hard job. Find out how Christian authors can avoid book marketing burnout. Support the show
10.25.2022
What would you do with two extra hours every day?
What would you do with two extra hours every day? Have lunch with a friend? Pick up a 10-hour-per-week, part-time job? Exercise? Read? Pray? Begin learning a new language? Write a book? Today, I’m sharing an episode from another podcast...
10.24.2022
What would you do with two extra hours every day?
Christian author and podcaster Sandy Cooper shares why and how she quit social media and what happened in her soul and career as a result. Support the show
10.11.2022
Creatively Cowriting With God With Allen Arnold
In this interview Allen Arnold shares a framework for creatives who want to create their art with God rather than as a performance for him.
10.04.2022
Creatively Cowriting With God With Allen Arnold
In this interview Allen Arnold shares a framework for creatives who want to create their art with God rather than as a performance for him. Support the show
09.13.2022
How to Choose a Genre for Your Novel with Karin Beery
Learn how and why you need to choose a genre, and find out what to do if your book doesn't conform to one specific genre.
09.10.2022
How to Choose a Genre for Your Novel with Karin Beery
Learn how and why you need to choose a genre, and find out what to do if your book doesn't conform to one specific genre. Support the show
08.09.2022
How to Write Realistic Characters with Becca Puglisi
Author and writing coach Becca Puglisi shares tips and tools to help you write believable characters that your readers will love.
08.08.2022
How to Write Realistic Characters with Becca Puglisi
Author and writing coach Becca Puglisi shares tips and tools to help you write believable characters that your readers will love. Support the show
07.19.2022
How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu
Tips from busy mom and author Asheritah Ciuciu on setting boundaries and upholding your calling to parenting and writing.
07.19.2022
How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu
How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu Support the show
06.07.2022
Book Proposal Tips and Tricks with Ann Kroeker
Learn how to write a book proposal that will attract the attention of agents and editors, in this interview with writing coach Ann Kroeker. Support the show
05.18.2022
How to Adapt Your Book Idea Into an Online Course with Becky Kopitzke
Learn how to further engage your readers and earn income from your expertise by creating an online course that complements your book. Support the show
05.17.2022
How to Adapt Your Book Idea Into an Online Course with Becky Kopitzke
Learn how to further engage your readers and earn income from your expertise by creating an online course that complements your book.
04.05.2022
How to Tighten Your Writing with Angela Hunt
Write better sentences using fewer words. Angela Hunt teaches authors how to identify needless words and ruthlessly cut or replace them.
04.04.2022
How to Tighten Your Writing with Angela Hunt
Write better sentences using fewer words. Angela Hunt teaches authors how to identify needless words and ruthlessly cut or replace them. Support the show
03.15.2022
Publishing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way
One author shares what he learned from eleven publishing mistakes. Find out how to avoid these common mistakes so you don't have to learn the hard way.
03.14.2022
Publishing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way
One author shares what he learned from eleven publishing mistakes. Find out how to avoid these common mistakes so you don't have to learn the hard way. Support the show
03.01.2022
How to Launch Your Book on a Budget
Is your book launch budget filled with expenses or investments? Learn how and where to spend your time and money to get the greatest return.
03.01.2022
How to Launch a Book on a Budget
A budget allows you to count the costs of the project and decide how much you will spend before you launch your book. Support the show
02.08.2022
How to Expand Your Role as a Writer by Writing Sunday School Curriculum
Learn how you, as a Christian writer, can impact the world for Christ without having to publish a book first.

What's Christian Publishing Show about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Christian Publishing Show episodes:

Writing Conflict: How to Keep Your Protagonist on Their Toes

Platform Overrated?

Mistakes to Avoid at Your First Writers Conference

The Key Ingredient for Timeless Christian Storytelling: Morality

How to Prepare for Success as a New Author

From Podcast to Bestselling Book: How to Use Audio to Refine Your Book's Message with Asheritah Ciuciu

A Christian Author’s Guide to Health Insurance

From Page to Stage: How To Adapt Your Writing Into a Captivating Speech With Kirsten Holmberg

From Page to Stage: How To Adapt Your Writing Into a Captivating Speech

Beyond First Drafts: How to Master the Art of Revision With Angela Hunt

Beyond First Drafts: How to Master the Art of Revision

Finding Peace in the Plot: How to Trust God in Your Writing Journey With Liz Curtis Higgs

Finding Peace in the Plot: How to Trust God' in Your Writing Journey with Liz Curtis Higgs

The Secret to Becoming a Successful Christian Author: Church

The Secret to Becoming a Successful Christian Author: Church

How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker

How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker

What to Expect at the Write to Publish Writers Conference

What to Expect at the Write to Publish Writers Conference

The 2023 Book Launch Blueprint

The 2023 Book Launch Blueprint

How to Advance Christ's Kingdom Through Your Writing

World-Building and Worldview: How Good Theology Can Make Your Book More Interesting With L.G. (Laura) McCary

World Building and Worldview: How Good Theology Can Make Your Book More Interesting

New Year Goal Planning With Mary DeMuth

New Year Goal Planning With Mary DeMuth

How to Start a Writers Group With Sharon Tedford

How to Start a Writers Group with Sharon Tedford

How to Manage Book Marketing Burnout With Nika Maples

How to Manage Book Marketing Burnout With Nika Maples

What would you do with two extra hours every day?

What would you do with two extra hours every day?

Creatively Cowriting With God With Allen Arnold

Creatively Cowriting With God With Allen Arnold

How to Choose a Genre for Your Novel with Karin Beery

How to Choose a Genre for Your Novel with Karin Beery

How to Write Realistic Characters with Becca Puglisi

How to Write Realistic Characters with Becca Puglisi

How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu

How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu

Book Proposal Tips and Tricks with Ann Kroeker

How to Adapt Your Book Idea Into an Online Course with Becky Kopitzke

How to Adapt Your Book Idea Into an Online Course with Becky Kopitzke

How to Tighten Your Writing with Angela Hunt

How to Tighten Your Writing with Angela Hunt

Publishing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way

Publishing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way

How to Launch Your Book on a Budget

How to Launch a Book on a Budget

How to Expand Your Role as a Writer by Writing Sunday School Curriculum