Your Best Writing Life

Your Best Writing Life

Christian Writing industry experts share weekly content for all levels of Christian writers. Whether you're a beginner or bestseller, you receive practical information and how-to application you can use to grow your writing career as a faith-based author. --Each week, Linda Goldfarb and her guests cover various topics, including the craft of writing, fiction topics, nonfiction topics, self-care for writers, and the business of writing to name a few. --If you're an aspiring Christian writer, we have content to help you grow. Published writers, we have current content to make your next book proposal, manuscript editing, speaking event, and writer's conference worth your time and energy. --Our episodes average 30-45 minutes -- hit subscribe and join our family of writers. --Contact Linda at YourBestWritingLife@gmail.com with questions or comments. --Your Best Writing Life is associated with the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference.

Episodes

March 14, 2023 39 min

Are you embracing the Hope you have as a Christian writer? Linda Goldfarb and Lori Hatcher provide five reasons why hope is available to you in abundance no matter what life throws at you.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb, I’m so glad you’re listening in, during this episode, you’ll learn ...

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Ready to maximize Amazon for sales? Linda Goldfarb and Amazon marketing expert Vincent B. Davis II share what you need to know as a multibook author.

Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II. Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran.  He is a graduate of East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become internat...

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What you don't know about Public Relations as writers could be crushing your reputation. Linda Goldfarb and Julie Bonn Blank share top PR tips.

Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Julie Bonn Blank – When Julie is not writing, she designs websites, works at ARMS/Abuse Recovery Ministry Services, and loves to walk the beach. She is a Certified Domestic Abuse Advocate in Oregon and an expert in domestic violence. She facilitat...

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 Is your book receiving the attention it needs in Book Clubs? Want to know how your book can be the subject of book club conversation?

Linda Goldfarb discusses author strategies to market books to book clubs with best-selling author DiAnn Mills.  DiAnn is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; they’ve won two Christy Awards; the Inspir...

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Confused about Amazon optimization? Linda Goldfarb and Amazon marketing expert  Vincent B. Davis II share what you need to know to succeed.

Linda Goldfarb's  industry expert is Vincent B. Davis II. Vincent is an author, entrepreneur, and veteran.  He is a graduate of East Tennessee State University and has served in the United States Army since 2014. He's the author of eight books, four of which have become international bes...

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 Are you getting the most from a local writing group? Today’s episode provides the low down on what to expect from a writing group and the elements to consider when starting one.
 
Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Heather Greer - Heather Greer is the author of Faith’s Journey, Grasping Hope, Relentless Love, Cake That!, Love in the Squared Circle, and her newest release, Window of Opportunity. She also has devotions published ...

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Do you know all liars have a tell? Are you utilizing the most from your descriptions of body language to engage your reader? Today’s guest is an expert court witness when it comes to reading and writing body language.

Welcome back, Dr. Deborah Maxey - As a child, Deborah loved to eavesdrop on adult conversations and developed a passion for stories. As a licensed therapist, she specialized in trauma and attachment, appearing as an ex...

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Do you struggle with social media? Do you feel pressure to keep up with the online trends and find yourself weary in the process? Today’s episode will help you embrace your uniqueness as a creative to stand out in the writing industry.

 Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring yo...

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January 17, 2023 40 min

Are you tired of starting a book proposal only to keep stopping and walking away? Linda's guest, Terry Whalin, shares the top five elements you must include to confidently finish your proposal.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in t...

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Does your spouse support your writing? Have you considered writing to serve God as a couple? Today’s episode brings joy and some tips to the concept – How Writing Ruined My Wife! 

Linda Goldfarb's industry experts are Edie and Kirk Melson - Edie and Kirk love nothing more than God and doing life together! Edie is an author who feels lost without her camera and a card-carrying introvert who loves to encourage an audience. And she...

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Are you in need of a break? Linda Goldfarb's guest, Kathy Carlton Willis, walks you through the process of personal retreats for writers.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in ...

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 Are you eagerly awaiting your next interview? Maybe you are seeking your first interview and unsure how to prepare. Today’s episode will give you strategies to make the most of every interview in ways that may surprise you– stick around!

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Edie Melson, Director of the Blue ...

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 Are you familiar enough with body language knowledge to write correctly about your characters? Learn how with - Dr. Deborah Maxey

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft....

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Are you interested in ghostwriting? In this short amount of time, Linda Goldfarb and her guest, Twila Belk, bring you more information than you thought possible about ghostwriting.

Also known as The Gotta Tell Somebody Gal, Twila Belk is an author, speaker, editor, and champion for writers. Since 2007, she has worked closely with veteran author Cecil Murphey as his personal assistant and associate, which has provided her with a wide...

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When it comes to devotionals, are you asking, “Where’s the beef?” Would you like to go deeper when writing devotionals yet dread the time trap for your readers? 

Today’s episode offers a way for you to write deeper while offering a shorter study time to your reader. 

Linda Goldfarb's industry expert is Kathy Howard. Kathy is a treasure hunter. She hunts for the creamiest chocolate and richest coffee. She searches for cherished st...

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Do you currently write devotions? Are you looking to diversify your writing to include devotions? Writing devotions is what Cindy Sproles helps us understand better in this episode of Your Best Writing Life

Cindy Sproles was born and raised in the Appalachian Mountains. She loves her heritage and enjoys sharing about the mountain culture. Cindy is a speaker, author, and conference director and works as a writing mentor. She’s marr...

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Are you taking advantage of your cognitive focus? Can gardening or listening to audiobooks increase your creativity? Today’s episode will connect you with your creative potential.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and pub...

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Do you dread writing during the holidays? Have you ever thought – What good could come out of writing during the year's busiest season? Today’s episode is exactly what writers need to make the most out of our busiest holiday seasons

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring y...

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Do you struggle to organize your thoughts, let alone your writing? Are you searching for practical tips to organize your writing workspace, time, and materials? Today’s episode provides information to make your life more productive as a writer.

Each week, Linda Goldfarb brings tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. We're so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, ...

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As a writer, how do you define failure? Do you struggle with allowing yourself to fail? Linda Goldfarb and her guest, Beth Duewel, share tips to replace failure with a fresh start.

Beth is a writer, speaker, and blogger at fix-her-upper.com. She lives in Ashland, Ohio, where she has been happily married to her husband for a long while now, and they have three adulting children and two growing-up-too-fast Grandbabies. Beth, welcome t...

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