Series are a popular way for indie fiction authors to engage and retain readers. In self-publishing, a successful series will create a story arc that keeps readers coming back for more. As a Christian author, you can develop complex relationships,…
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Focus on God’s Promises
Focus on God’s Promises How can God use you during this time to help people, and how can we focus on God’s promises instead of on life’s problems? All one has to do is turn on the news, scroll through…
CAN Excellence in Marketing Awards Open
The Christian Authors Network (CAN) is delighted to announce the CAN Excellence in Marketing Awards. This special, one-of-a-kind contest encourages and recognizes marketing excellence of Christian authors. Each participant will receive feedback on their marketing campaign. The awards are open…
Are You Scheduling Time For Jesus?
Are You Scheduling Time For Jesus? Has the title of this blog made you question if you are scheduling time for Jesus? Are spending enough time with the Lord? Or if you are “doing too much”? Are you putting more…
5 Plotting Tips for Aspiring Christian Fiction Authors
In my years of experience as a mystery author, writing coach, and education lead for the visual outlining software Plottr, I’ve found—like many others—that there are two main types of writers. There are writers who plot every aspect of their story, who are often called “story architects” or “story engineers”, and there are those who wing it the entire way, known as discovery writers or pantsers.
Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing: Which Is Best for You?
Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing: Which Is Best for You? There are many choices these days for a Christian author seeking publication. Sometimes those publishing choices can be overwhelming. In 2009, when I began writing as a hobby, self-publishing was looked…
6 Sure-Fire Ways to Improve Your Book
6 Sure-Fire Ways to Improve Your Book After you’ve finished editing your manuscript, you’re finding ways to improve your book? That’s great! Most of the time, adding visual effects such as infographics and pull-out quotes is all it takes to take…
3 Essential Marketing Tips for New Authors
3 Essential Marketing Tips for New Authors I visit and consult with aspiring and newly minted authors often. They literally are sponges, soaking up information and advice in an effort to write a great book, be traditionally published, build a…
Why Authors Should Pitch to Small Media Outlets
Why Authors Should Pitch to Small Media Outlets If you are a first-time Christian indie author, don’t overlook the small marketing opportunities. There are many reasons why authors should pitch to small media outlets. I’m talking about that little radio…
5 Reasons to Attend a Christian Writer’s Conference
5 Reasons to Attend a Christian Writer’s Conference Industry connections are a large part of a writing career. Recently, I attended the Advanced Writer and Speaker Association (AWSA) Refresh Retreat and the Christian Products Expo trade show. I would like…
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