Have you ever questioned God’s timing in His call to write? Ericka Spradley has learned that her preferred timeline doesn’t always match up with God’s, but that He always comes through on His promises. In this week’s episode of Publishing Secrets, Ericka talks about her journey of writing three books and using the lessons she has learned to inspire and encourage other women.

If you have found yourself settling for less, if you are battling doubts and fears about your qualifications, if you’re struggling to believe in yourself or in God, this episode is for you.

Some people have a challenging childhood and never seem to rebound. Others grow up in tough environments, but somehow, someway, find the strength to "turn lemons into lemonade." And often those individuals have a determination to reach back and inspire others to believe that where they start isn't where they have to finish. And that's the case for this week's guest on Publishing Secrets, Shawn Quintero. I've been honored to be coached by him, I can attest to the principles that he teaches, but not only that, I can attest to who he is, as a person.

Listen in on this very inspiring interview that explores how Shawn took his childhood experiences and used them to not only propel himself forward but to make a difference in the lives of others. And I believe that just listening in is going to bless and inspire you to not only start writing but finish strong.

What do you do when your dream to become a published author is destroyed by 120 rejections? That's was the question that Chris Smith has to answer. Somehow, someway he found the strength to push through, and I'm still amazed by his resilience and persistence! If you're on the verge of giving up, check out Chris' interview and be reminded that a dream deferred is not a dream denied with the God we serve!

Have you already written your book but find yourself hesitating to share it or publish it? If your answer is yes, Denise Taylor feels your pain. Despite all of her professional and personal success, she almost didn't hit publish. But then she had an "ah-ha moment" that gave her the strength to move forward. So if you're still on the fence about sharing your story, take a listen and be encouraged and inspired.

Do you have complete clarity on your call to write but have faced rejection after rejection? If your answer is yes, you'll definitely want to check out our latest episode. Joining us is New York Times Best Selling Author, Kimberla Lawson Roby, best known for the Rev. Curtis Black series. You know about her success, but you don't know her story of perseverance and triumph. Listen in and get the fuel you need to dust yourself off and pursue your God-given dreams.

In this episode, you'll also hear:

-What Kim learned from the rejection of her early manuscripts

-Why who you hang around matters

-How Kim transitioned from a steady job to write full time

-What led her to put the uber-popular Rev. Curtis Black series to rest

-Her biggest challenge despite her tremendous success

-Why Kim says that even in the face of disappointment and obstacles, you should "Do It Anyway."

Bio:

Kimberla Lawson Roby is a New York Times Bestselling Author & Speaker who has published 28 books, including her nonfiction title, THE WOMAN GOD CREATED YOU TO BE: Finding Success Through Faith---Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally; and her novels, Casting the First Stone, Better Late Than Never, A Christmas Prayer, It's a Thin Line, and her debut title, Behind Closed Doors, which she originally self-published through her own company. Kimberla has sold nearly 3 Million copies of her books, and they have frequented numerous bestseller lists, such as The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, Publishers Weekly, Essence, Black Christian News, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and many others. She is the recipient of the 2013 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work – Fiction and the 2017 SOAR Radio Trailblazer of Honor award.

Over the years, Kimberla has spoken to thousands of women at churches, conferences, luncheons, libraries, colleges, and universities where she candidly shares her personal journey—hoping to help women become all that God created them to be.

Kimberla resides in Illinois with her husband, Will.

Website & Social Media Pages

www.kimroby.com

www.facebook.com/kimberlalawsonroby

www.instagram.com/kimberlalawsonroby

www.twitter.com/KimberlaLRoby

www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlalawsonroby

Rev. Dr. Zach Mills is a communications instructor, consultant, and author of the award-winning biography and Amazon Bestseller, The Last Blues Preacher: Rev. Clay Evans, BlackLives, and the Faith that Woke the Nation. The Last Blues Preacher won the best biography in the 2019 International Book Awards and was named an Award-Winning Finalist in the Biography category of the 2019 Best Book Awards.

This fall he will join the faculty at Wenzhou-Kean University in Wenzhou, China as a lecturer in the School of Communication, Media, and Journalism and as the founding director of the university’s first Speech & Communications Lab.

He earned his Master of Divinity degree and his Master of Arts in Preaching degree from Vanderbilt University, and his Ph.D. in Communication Studies from Northwestern University. His dissertation on Chicago’s historic black radio station WVON Radio entitled, “Talking Drum” won the 2017 Graduate Dissertation Award at Northwestern. Rev. Dr. Zach Mills is a storyteller who uses the power of words to inspire people to accomplish their goals personally and professionally.

Website: www.zmills.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drzmills

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZachWMills

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zach.w.mills/

LisaBeth Willis is a graduate of Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in English/Journalism and her Master’s Degree in Mass Communication. She has spent the majority of her career in the pharmaceutical sales industry where she honed her presentation and relationship building skills; in fact, she has over twenty years of relationship management experience. She has also spent time working in the music industry. In her heart, however, she always knew she would become a published author.

LisaBeth’s lifelong mantra is Maya Angelou’s “And Still I Rise” and after experiencing numerous life challenges that left her both in tears and in a state of depression, she ultimately discovered that ‘it all began when she betrayed herself.’ In 2018 LisaBeth published her first book based on her healing process, “The BounceBack: From Heartbreak to Wholeness,” as a means to empower other women to heal. Currently, she is launching the “Book Lover’s Book Log,” which is a booklet for avid readers to log the books they read, as well as a journal for members of book clubs to list notes in preparation for their meetings. Lisa is also a featured author in the upcoming devotional anthology “Girl, Get Up and Move.”

LisaBeth has served as an Associate Editor of a national magazine and is quickly developing into a sought after speaker. In addition, LisaBeth conducts “The BounceBack Workshop” which is designed to help women heal from loss and reclaim their lives. Currently, she resides in Ohio with her family and she is looking forward to serving God in her purpose inspiring, empowering, and encouraging women across the globe.

Website: Lisabethwillis.com

Facebook: @BounceBack Tips with Lisa

IG: @LisaBethWillis

Twitter: @Lisabethwillis

The BounceBack Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BVXC6F/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_IlltFbKNA8G9P

Shawn Quintero helps extraordinary clients create world-class businesses through high-ticket sales. He is the creator of Clients With Purpose, one of the top sales programs for coaches, consultants, and service providers in the industry, and the creator of the One Client Away challenge, a 5-day challenge to help you land your next (or first) high-paying client in just 5 days.

He coaches the powerful, the inspirational, the motivated, and the disciplined. He works with world-class, inspiring high-achievers to do what even they think is impossible.

His job is to remind you of the extraordinary possibility you have to change and shape the world through your business… one conversation, one relationship at a time.

He believes income is a result of impact, legacy is greater than luxury, and people are more important than profits.

What started with a simple “I can’t afford to attend your business conference, but I can help move chairs…” email turned into an incredible journey where ShawnQ has had the opportunity to work with Ryan Deiss, Michael Stelzner, Rachel Pedersen, Jaime Cross, and a host of other wildly successful believers.

His first book, "Better" is no longer for sale. "Online Wealth for the Christian Entrepreneur" is available on Amazon.com.

Website: www.ClientsChallenge.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristianEntrepreneur

Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thececommunity

Online Wealth Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1546311084/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_zSktFbD9T92BP

As Chief PowHer Officer of Confident Career Woman, Ericka is an experienced Coach, Author, Interview Trainer, former Hiring Manager, and Career Readiness Adjunct Professor who exists to help organizations improve their bottom line through talent retention and professional development. 80% of her coaching clients land their dream job.

Ericka has a BA in Management with a Concentration in Human Resources as well as an Interviewing Certification from the University of TX at Austin. She's launched an online course platform “Confident Career Woman” where her free course “SWOT Your Way To The Top” positions women around the globe to incorporate clarity and manage their career like a business. These experiences which include well over a decade of leadership experience as a Hiring Manager uniquely positions Ericka to provide clients with the relevant knowledge needed to maximize their career and make PowHer Moves.

Confident Career Woman: Ditch Perfection, Play Bigger, and Make PowHer Moves includes PowHer Principles as well as action steps designed to help you make bold strides in your career!! If you struggle with perfectionism, playing small, or perhaps you simply need to accelerate your career progression, this book is for you!!

Website: www.ErickaSpradley.com

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