If you’re a writer, chances are you’ve felt the tension between timeless craft and ever-changing technology. On one hand, your voice and perspective are irreplaceable. On the other hand, new technology is reshaping the way books are written, marketed, and read.

Is AI a threat to creativity or a partner that can free you to do your best work? What role can social media play in this new landscape? And how can you, as an author, stay grounded in your calling while adapting to change?

In today’s conversation with Thomas Umstattd Jr., we’re pulling back the curtain on what the future holds for writers and why your voice still matters more than ever. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/73

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

Are you a writer thinking about leaving social media, but not sure how to do it? Today, we’ll show you the exact steps we took to quit for good while keeping our readers with us. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/72

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

We're back from our break with a brand-new podcast season. Today, we’re sharing the key decisions we’ve made based on the wonderful feedback you provided through our 2025 Listener Survey last spring. We’ll tell you what we’re letting go of, what you asked for that we can’t provide, and what’s coming next for Writing Off Social. Listen in! For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/71

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

It's our SEASON 5 FINALE! And we are thrilled to speak with Susan Neal about her latest book, "How to Sell 1,000 Books a Month: Strategies to Improve Sales." Listen as Susan offers insights on building a strong foundation for book marketing, creating effective lead magnets, the importance of email automation, and the benefits of attending writers' conferences. Our discussion also covers the value of endorsements, securing editorial reviews, and using media interviews to increase book visibility. This episode is packed with practical and effective strategies never discussed before on Writing Off Social! For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/70

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

This week, we are speaking with author and cofounder of The Author Conservatory, Kara Swanson. Listen as Kara shares her insights on building and managing a Street Team as an effective book-selling strategy, emphasizing the importance of training, clear communication, and establishing relationships with team members. Kara also discusses strategies for engaging readers, setting expectations, and nurturing a supportive community. It's an inspiring conversation that will have you rethinking launch teams altogether! Listen in. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/69

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

As Christian creatives, navigating the space between ministry and business can be confusing. We want to honor God with our work—but is it okay to charge for it, too? In today’s episode, we’re exploring the intersection of calling, creativity, and income—and how we can faithfully pursue the work we feel led to do, without guilt or hesitation. This week, we've invited our friends and fellow writers, Angie Baughman, Teresa Whiting, and Jenny Zentz, for a candid conversation on how we navigate the often murky waters of ministry and business. Listen in! 

For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/68

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

Do you want an effective marketing strategy that not only targets readers actively looking for books but also provides you with immediate visibility and results? This week, we are speaking with Alana Terry, an award-winning Christian suspense novelist and USA Today bestseller. She is also the co-founder of the Successful Writer Marketplace and a well-known ads coach for authors. Listen as Alana shares her experience with paid advertising, reveals best practices for running Amazon ads, and encourages authors to view advertising as a time investment that can yield long-term benefits. For show notes, go to https:writingoffsocial.com/67

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing Debbie Gonzales, an award-winning children's author, career educator, and the founder of Pin Lit Marketing, where she specializes in boosting book visibility and engagement through Pinterest. Debbie's slow and steady system highlights the significance of evergreen content, strategic keyword usage, and a structured approach to building an audience and selling books. This interview has us rethinking our whole aversion to Pinterest as a marketing option and just may have us updating our Pinterest boards! Listen in! 

For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/66

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

Your website is like your digital home base—especially once you’ve left social media. However, your author website can be much more than just an online business card! If done well, your website can foster that all-important “like-know-trust” factor with your readers and become your book-selling headquarters. Today we tell you how! For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/65

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.

Today, we chat with award-winning author and podcast host CJ Milacci about all things Kickstarter. She explains how Kickstarter builds community and connects authors with readers, and she also shares how it can not only fund your launch but also help pay for things like special editions and purchasing books for in-person events. CJ's insights and experience are incredibly valuable, especially for authors seeking alternative ways to connect with their readers outside of social media. Listen in! For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/64

If you want to be present with your people this holiday season instead of scrolling past everyone else’s, The Reset is for you. Take a guided 48-day break from social media and step into the new year with clarity, margin, and fresh focus for your writing. Learn More Here.