#385: Publish with a Purpose: Build Your Team

#385: Publish with a Purpose: Build Your Team

Author: CJ and Shelley Hitz: Writing Mentor, Author Coach, Christian Writers July 13, 2023 Duration: 13:14

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The Power of Building Your Team

As authors, it's easy to fall into the trap of doing everything on our own, but today we'll discover the power of building your team and how it can transform your journey in independent publishing.

Remember, you don't have to go it alone. By surrounding yourself with talented individuals who share your passion, you can create a book that truly shines.

Download Your Publishing Map

If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps.

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Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop

With our simple 5-step system, you'll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days.

 

Here are a few of the topics we'll cover: 

  • The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. 

  • My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about)

  • The formula I've used to easily price my books

  • The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) 

  • The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll

Get started now here.

 


There’s a particular kind of resistance that comes with writing something you believe matters-a mix of doubt, distraction, and sometimes, sheer weariness. Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres meets you right in that space. Hosts CJ and Shelley Hitz, who work as writing mentors and author coaches, understand that the journey to finishing your book isn't just about craft; it's a spiritual undertaking. Each episode blends practical guidance with heartfelt spiritual encouragement, often weaving in prayers specifically for the hurdles writers face. Whether you're drafting a novel, a memoir, or a devotional, the conversation here rests on a core belief: your story has a purpose and you have a unique role to play. This podcast feels like a dedicated writing session with friends who get it, offering both the tools and the faith-filled perspective to keep moving forward. Tune in for honest talks about the writing life, all grounded in the encouragement that your work can impact lives in meaningful, lasting ways.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres
Podcast Episodes
#434 Hearing from Headquarters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
Hearing from Headquarters Whether it's in the military or a strategic undercover operation, hearing from headquarters is crucial in order to carry out important plans. How much more do we as Kingdom writers need to hear…
#433 Happy in Hiddenness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:23
Happy In Hiddenness 1 Samuel 16:1-13 v.4 – It was quite a shock to the Bethlehem elders that Samuel came to their town. They assumed something was wrong. v.6-7 – Even Samuel was enamored with Jesse's oldest son Eliab. Bu…
#432: Recovering What We Have Lost as Writers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:42
Recovering What We Have Lost as Writers 2 Kings 6:1-7 In this little story tucked away in the Old Testament, we see several nuggets we can apply to our lives and our writing. Like the young prophet in the story, we may f…
#431: Do You Feel Rusty in Your Writing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:11
Do You Feel Rusty in Your Writing? "We must all either wear out or rust out, every one of us. My choice is to wear out." - Theodore Roosevelt "There is a time for everything. We wait on God to renew our batteries, and th…
#430: Boasting in the Lord as a Writer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:30
The Right Kind of Boasting In this episode of the Kingdom Writers Podcast, we look at the theme of boasting in the Lord rather than a boasting that originates from the flesh. We look at Paul's teachings from 2 Corinthian…
#429: Are You Doing the Work of Writing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:58
Do The Work 2 Timothy 4:5 - "As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry." Paul gives young Timothy four things to do in this powerful little verse… Be sober-…
#428: 3 Ways to Learn and Grow as a Writer on a Budget [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:42
Don't miss out! The Courageous Writer Bundle ends 5/7/24 at midnight eastern. Get yours here: https://courageouswriterbundle.com/ 1. Listen to podcasts for free. Check out my private podcast, Hitz Blitz here: https://tra…
#427 Writing as Ministry - How to Reach the Right Audience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:51
Get valuable insights on writing as a ministry and reaching the right audience for your message as Shelley discusses the importance of consistently creating and publishing content to serve your intended audience, underst…
#426 Mentoring Moment: First Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:25
If there's one thing we've learned over the years about the writing life, it's that a person needs to have a passion for writing. This passion is fueled by the God we desire to partner with in order to write lasting word…
#425 Marketing Minute: How to Find Your Audience of Readers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:18
If you're interested in knowing how to find your audience of readers, we highly recommend you listen to this episode. Shelley talks about the significance of knowing where your audience hangs out online and how to engage…