Your Best Writing Life

Writing Devotions and Other Short Pieces with Ava Pennington

What did you think of this episode?Writing styles and genres have guidelines; some are non-negotiable. Today’s guest offers tips on writing devotions and short pieces.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about … the process of Writing Devotions and other "short" pieces.My industry expert, Ava Pennington, is an author, speaker, and Bible teacher with a Bible Studies Certificate from Moody Bible Institute and an MBA from St. John’s University. She is a freelance editor and certified coach for Christian writers and speakers, and a mentor with Word Weavers Int’l. Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Writing Devotions and other "short" pieces (such as submitting to anthologies)Honing writing skills for all genres by learning the value of writing tight.Non-negotiables of devotional writing.LINKSAva Pennington's Newest book - Flourish: Grace-centered Practices to Protect and grow a Frutful Life in ChristReflections on the Names of God: 180 Devotions to Know God More Fullywww.AvaPennington.comConnect with Ava Pennington on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Goodreads, BookBubVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What Every Writer Should Know the About Law with Ilena Alvarez

What did you think of this episode?Writing is a business. Knowing which laws impact you is a must for every career-minded writer. Today’s guest offers tips to help you stay on the right side of the law when you write. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I share tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. In this episode, you’ll learn "What Every Writer Should Know About Law."My industry expert, Ilena Alvarez, is a Florida-based attorney specializing in estate and business planning, probate, and guardianship law. She holds both a Juris Doctorate and a Master of Laws in Taxation from Cooley Law School (now Western Michigan University). With a passion for legal education, Ilena has spent over a decade teaching as an adjunct professor at Broward College, where she teaches courses in legal writing, business law, and litigation. In addition to her legal work and teaching, she is currently co-authoring a nonfiction book with Patricia Hartman, CPA, and is also working on a contemporary fiction novel. Alright, let’s head into our content for today… "What Every Writer Should Know About Law"(1) The importance of separating the writer from the business.(2) Other Legal Minefields (such as legacy planning or copyright law).LINKShttps://word-weavers.com/ilena-alvrez Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Your Best Writing Life with Linda Goldfarb

What did you think of this episode?No one is perfect, and praise the Lord, we're not expected to be! I hope you enjoy this fun and giggle-filled episode of bloopers.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you experience the raw side of episodes.Merry Christmas!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

How to Engage Readers Using Newsletters & Canva with Katy Kauffman

What did you think of this episode?Connecting with our readers is crucial for expanding our Kingdom outreach. Katy shares how we can engage through newsletters and use Canva to create enjoyable content.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to connect with your audience through newsletters.My guest is Katy Kauffman, an award-winning author, an editor of Refresh Bible Study Magazine, and a co-founder of Lighthouse Bible Studies. She has the privilege of working with writers and the Lighthouse team to create Bible study compilations and magazine issues. She has a monthly newsletter for writers called The Lighthouse Connection and contributes to three writing blogs. Alright, let’s head into our content for today… great ways to connect with your readers.1.    One of the best ways is through a newsletter2.    What goodies can we stuff into our newsletters that an audience will enjoy? 3.    How to use Canva as a resource for creating digital graphics that can go in our newsletters. LINKS12 Ideas for Digital Freebies PDF downloadConnect with Katy Kauffman - at her blog, Winning the Victory, and on Facebook and Twitter.http://lighthousebiblestudies.com/ https://lighthousebiblestudies.com/katy-kauffman/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

How to Visualize & Complete Publishing Assignments with Tarsha Campbell

What did you think of this episode?Are you utilizing Vision to Complete Your God-given Publishing Assignments? Today’s guest shares that our vision is a superpower for finishing the assignments God has given us. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn how to Tap Into the Power of Vision to Complete Your God-given Publishing Assignments.My industry expert is… Tarsha Campbell. As a “Purveyor of Empowerment,” Tarsha serves as an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, certified empowerment coach, business consultant, and mentor. Coach Tarsha, as she is affectionately called, is passionate about helping others discover and fulfill their life purpose and launch their dreams. Her signature presentations on vision have revolutionized lives, ignited creativity, and fueled divine manifestation for those who hear them.Tarsha says, "A Writer’s Vision is a Superpower."·      What is vision, and why is it one of your superpowers?·      How to tap into the incredible power of vision, utilizing vision boards and vision board journals to complete your God-given publishing assignments strategically.LINKSTarsha CampbellTarsha's Vision Board JournalVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast