What is involved in creating a published book? What are the elements an author needs to put together? What are the types of publishers out there? Join me as we discuss a beginner's overview of the types of publishing available and a unique spin on the book creation process. 

To find a publisher check out these author guides:

Christian Writers Market Guide

Authors Publish

Join me as I interview Talena Winters and learn about her author journey. We talk about how to balance being creative in many areas such as music, writing, and knitting. We also dove into plot structure and Talena's unique approach. Did I mention she is also an editor? Check out her bio and links below and listen in to be inspired!

Talena Winters writes page-turning, heartfelt fantasy, romance, and adventure novels. She’s also an award-winning songwriter. Her editing clients have gone on to win awards and land literary agents, and her copywriting work has helped clients from authors to professionals to corporate brands tell their stories.

She and her husband—plus a rotating cast of their three young adult sons—live on an acreage in the Peace Country of northern Alberta, Canada, with two Husky dogs and a neurotic orange cat named Aang. Her writing is grounded in a deep belief in God, love, redemption, and hope against all odds, and fuelled by an insatiable passion for stories, dark chocolate, and making the world a better place. And she would really like to know why the tea is always gone.

Web: www.talenawinters.com
Email: [email protected]

If you want to reach me and send me questions about writing and publishing, feel free to email me at [email protected] or check out my website at pencilshavingsediting.com

In this episode I had the privilege of talking with Michelle Ule novelist, essayist, blogger, and official biographer of Mrs. Oswald Chambers. The conversation started with submarines and ended with spiritual encouragement. Michelle has encouraging stories and advice about letting God guide your writing and marketing endeavors. Take a listen, laugh with us, and get ready to be inspired. 

You can find more about Michelle at www.michelleule.com

If you have any writing questions feel free to send them to me at [email protected]

Looking for a writer's group? Finding out how to find one and the benefits of a writing group in this episode.

Have a writing question? Send your questions to [email protected] to get your questions answered in a future episode.

Meet Rachel Keith, author of the Squad: Rising a middle grade sci-fi/fantasy series. In this interview we discuss her writing process, publishing journey, and series inspiration.  To learn more about Rachel and her books check out https://rachelkeithbooks.com/

If you have any questions about the writing process, send them to me at [email protected] or check out my Pencil Shavings website to learn about my editing services. 

"Write Every Day"? How do you do that? Find out in today's episode.

Have a writing question? Send them to [email protected] and have them answered in a future episode.

What do you do when your writing sessions don't go as planned? What do you do when your story isn't turning out the way you want? Here are some tips to help you get back to your writing and fix your story.

Lifetime writers will face problems with their process and product at some point in time. Usually they will face multiple problems since that's life. How do we face those problems? How do we fix them? Let's talk about it. 

To be a good manager, a writer needs to set realistic expectations for the project, process, and practice. What is a realistic expectation? Hint: in learning who you are as a writer. 

To be a good manager of oneself a writer must motivate and reward himself. Dive into today's episode to learn more about motivating yourself to write and giving yourself proper rewards.

Do you have questions about the writing process, craft, or work/life balance? Send those questions to [email protected] to get your questions answered in a future episode.