By Dalene Bickel
The podcast for aspiring authors who want to write with clarity and self-publish with confidence in order to make a kingdom impact.
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Today I'm sharing 7 effective self-editing techniques for each stage of the self-publishing process.
Whether you're a first-time aspiring author or a seasoned indie writer, be sure to listen in to discover how to self-edit your manuscript, and have fun in the process!
Don't just write a book. Make an impact.
P.S. If you're a regular Ink and Impact podcast listener, be sure you stick around to the end because I'm also going to give a special shout out to some listeners ... and it might include you!
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Timing is everything when it comes to launching your book, ESPECIALLY if you're a self-published author.
In fact, there are 2 times you should avoid at all costs as an indie author.
Ready to learn what they are?
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Writing a God-honoring book isn't a task that you should take lightly, but neither should it paralyze you.Â
Sometimes you just need some help getting started!
That's what I'm going to do on today's episode: I'm going to help you get crystal clear on your book's content.
Ready to learn what to write as a Christian aspiring author?
Pop in those earbuds and listen in!
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Earlier this week, we celebrated Labor Day here in the U.S., which honors all the workers who enable our country to function. It also made me think of all the hard work we writers put in to create a book.Â
But sometimes we get overwhelmed and work harder than we need to. So today, I'm going to share 3 ways to simplify the book creation process.
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It’s hot in the summer, so it’s nice to slow down a bit and drink something refreshing that quenches the thirst. This got me to thinking: why not offer a summer refresher for authors?
That’s what this espisode is about - striking a refreshing balance between productive writing and enjoying some laid-back summer vibes.
Be sure to listen all the way to the very end because I share some really important info about the future of this podcast
Hit the play button to dive into today’s topic: Island Time vs. Deadline - Finding a Summer Writing Balance.
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Romance is today’s most popular genre of fiction, by far. And that includes the Christian market.
if you feel called to write a Christian romance novel, this episode is for you!
Be sure to listen the whole way to the end because my guest expert, Sara Turnquist, author of 23 clean historical romance novels, shares lots of practical and helpful writing tips.
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I think it’s safe to say that everyone has procrastinated at some point in their lives.
But it seems to be a recurring theme among writers.
Why is that?
I recently had an a-ha moment about this very question that I’m going to share with you today, along with 6 practical tips to help you procrastinate less and write more.
Listen in!
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Ready to write your life story but not sure how?Â
On today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I share my 4-step process that will help you get your story out of your head and onto the page, regardless of your age or perceived writing abilities.
Your story is important, and you CAN write it.
Listen in to learn how!
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If you’re feeling overwhelmed or frustrated when it comes to writing and marketing your book, know that you’re not alone.
Every published author I’ve ever met has had to deal with fluctuating emotions, doubts, time constraints, decision fatigue, and information overload throughout the various stages of their writing journeys.
Yet it is estimated that 500,000 new self-published books were released last year by U.S. authors alone. Assuming that some authors wrote multiple books in one year, that means at least a quarter of a million people were able to push past all the challenges and overwhelm to successfully write and self-publish their books.
You can, too.
On today’s episode, I’m going to share a SIMPLER way to write – and market – your book.
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At the outset, writing and self-publishing a book sounds straightforward - just write it and upload it to Amazon or whatever online retailer you choose.
Easy-peasy, right? 😃
Weellll…behind every overarching topic (writing, editing, publishing, and marketing) are MANY tasks and corresponding sub-tasks.
Compounding the problem is that when writers begin to search for answers to their questions and challenges, they’re inundated with so much information, it’s often overwhelming. 😳
In fact, the realities of authorship cause many aspiring authors to become one of three types of writers.
Ready to learn what they are? Listen in!
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