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Christian Publishing Show

The Christian Publishing Show is a podcast to help Christian authors change the world. We talk about how to improve in the craft of writing, how to get published, and how to market effectively. Get expert advice from industry insiders. Hosted by Thomas Umstattd Jr.

Latest Episodes:

Announcing the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference Oct 08, 2024

I'm excited to announce that tickets are now for sale for the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference. The conference will be held in Austin, Texas, on January 17th and 18th. This event is not a typical writer's conference where you learn how to write and publish a book. Our conference is focused on book marketing, and our goal is to help you make 2025 the best year of your author career so far!
In this episode, you'll find out
· Three special ingredients that make the Novel Marketing Conference unique
· How this year's conference will differ from last year's
· Why we've made certain deliberate choices for this year's conference
Listen in or check out the blog version of this episode to get details about the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference.

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Show *AND* Tell With Angela Hunt Sep 10, 2024

You've likely heard the advice that writers should show instead of tell. Sometimes, it's good advice and can make your scenes better and your story more compelling. But it can also be terrible advice that will make your book unbelievably long and hard to get through.
If you show every single thing in the room or on the journey where your story takes place, then the plot, characters, and even the dialogue get crowded out.
But how do you know when you should and shouldn't show?
In this month's episode, Angela Hunt lays out some guidelines on when showing improves your story and when it doesn't. You'll learn:

When showing has the most impact
When telling is actually useful
Where writers are often tempted to tell when they should show

Listen in or check out the blog version of this episode to find out when you can break the rule of "Show, don't tell."

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How to Write Powerful Christian Stories Aug 13, 2024

Stories communicate truth in ways that facts and statistics cannot. They touch places in our souls that sermons cannot reach. When you open your Bible, the very first thing you find is not the Ten Commandments but a story. Even biblical instruction is often couched in a story because a story is a powerful tool for communicating truth.
God knows that. He created in us a desire for story.
Christian authors can leverage story to communicate truth, but sometimes, whether by mistake or on purpose, we communicate lies.
In this month’s episode, author and podcaster Zackary Russell and I discuss the four laws of Christian storytelling. You’ll discover:

What makes a story glorifying to God
How we may inadvertently communicate lies in our stories
Whether Christian storytelling is evangelism or not

The gift of storytelling must be stewarded and taken seriously. Listen in or check out the blog version of this episode to discover four laws to govern your Christian storytelling that will ensure you glorify God and communicate truth and love to your readers.

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Faith and Love: Tips for Writing Authentic Christian Romance Jul 09, 2024

Discover what makes a romance novel appeal to a Christian readership and how you can write Christian romance books your readers will love.

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Crafting a Career: How to Become a Professional Author with Angela Hunt Jun 11, 2024

Some authors just want to get their book "out there." They don't plan on writing additional books or becoming professionals. But others want to make writing a career and maybe pay the bills with income earned from their writing.
If you want to have a career as a professional writer, you have to do at least two things.
First, you must become an amazing writer. Second, you need to start acting like a business owner. Regardless of whether you're independently or traditionally published, you'll need to keep track of finances, payments, taxes, marketing, and a lot more.
You must be willing to wear their business hats to be considered professionals.
If that sounds overwhelming, this week's episode will provide some relief and direction. In my interview with Angela Hunt, you'll learn:

What upfront and ongoing costs an author should plan for
A bare-bones method for tracking your business income and expenses
A Thomas-approved method for getting free feedback
And much more

If you want to make a career out of your writing and pay bills with the income you earn, listen in or check out the blog post version of this episode to learn how.

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How to write dialogue May 14, 2024

If you've ever transcribed a conversation between two people, you know the resulting text is a bunch of incomprehensible, run-on sentences and fragments. Natural conversation does not translate well onto the written page.
When we write novels, we need to realize that good, written dialogue does not imitate the way real people talk. We also don't want our written dialogue to sound contrived and awkward.
How do you write good dialogue?
In this episode, Angela Hunt teaches us

How to handle dialects or accents
How to use dialogue to reveal character
How to imply what's being said without saying it

Listen in or check out the blog post to find out how to write good dialogue that keeps readers turning pages and learn what dialogue mistakes to avoid.

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Writing Conflict: How to Keep Your Protagonist on Their Toes Apr 09, 2024

Most humans try to avoid conflict as much as possible, but novelists love conflict.
Without conflict, a novelist has no story. Conflict keeps your novel moving forward and your readers turning pages.
As Vladimir Nabokov once said, "The writer's job is to get the main character up a tree, and then once they are up there, throw rocks at them."
But how do you get your protagonist up a tree? What kind of rocks should you throw?
In this week's episode, I interview professional fictional rock-thrower, Angela Hunt, to discuss the six classic conflicts. In this episode, you'll discover Biblical and modern examples of classic conflicts
How to mix the conflicts to make your story more interesting
Which conflicts resonate with most readers today
If you want to up the tension in your book or make your next novel more riveting, listen in or check out the blog post to find out how to add and layer the six classic conflicts to keep your readers reading.

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Platform Overrated? Mar 12, 2024

You’re probably tired of hearing that you need a large platform to be a successful author.
Some industry professionals believe having a large platform is equivalent to having a large social media following.
If you’ve been listening to the Christian Publishing Show or Novel Marketing, you know that having a social media following doesn’t necessarily mean you have a platform. Nor does it mean you’ll sell more books than someone not on social media.
In fact, sometimes people sell more books by spending less time on social media.
Authors hear me say, “Your social media following isn’t very important.” But when they talk to a literary agent or publisher, those people care about social media numbers.
How do you navigate this platform predicament?
I asked Mary DeMuth, literary agent and author of more than 50 books. She’s been in the Christian publishing industry for 20 years and recently wrote about how author platform is broken.
In this episode, you’ll learn

The history behind the prominence of author platform
How the author-platform landscape is changing
Your biggest advantage in a digital world

Listen in or read the blog version to learn how to navigate the author platform predicament and what you can do to help change the status quo in the publishing industry. Be sure to add your comments and questions at AuthorMedia.social.

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Mistakes to Avoid at Your First Writers Conference Feb 13, 2024

When authors attend writers conferences, they often have big expectations but make common mistakes that squash their goals and diminish the return on their investment in the conference.
In this episode, you’ll learn

11 common mistakes authors often make and how to avoid them
How to avoid missing opportunities
The right time to attend your first conference

Listen in or read the blog version to find out how to make the most of your first (or next) writers conference.

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The Key Ingredient for Timeless Christian Storytelling: Morality Jan 09, 2024

The stories we ingest shape the morality we develop, but only to a point.
If a story’s morality strays from reality or gets too twisted, the story fails to resonate with readers. Moral confusion is why movies and TV shows are less entertaining than they used to be.
But what is morality?
Why is it so important for good stories?
How do you put a message into your book without being preachy?
In this month’s episode, you’ll learn:

Why you must carefully consider your own moral system before writing a story
How to keep your book from being boring
How to write a story that resonates for decades

Fiction can be a powerful tool to demonstrate the consequences of actions. It allows us to learn from the mistakes and triumphs of others. Listen in and discover why establishing a clear moral system is critical in writing a timeless story that conveys a memorable message. Check out the blog version of this episode here.

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How to Prepare for Success as a New Author Dec 12, 2023

God often calls authors into periods of waiting. Learn how to improve your writing and your chances of success by making the most of the wait.
https://www.christianpublishingshow.com/how-to-prepare-for-success-as-a-new-author-with-laura-richmond/

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From Podcast to Bestselling Book: How to Use Audio to Refine Your Book's Message with Asheritah Ciuciu Nov 14, 2023

If you don't test your book ideas, you may write a book no one wants to buy. Learn how a podcast can help you test your ideas so you can write a commercially viable book.

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A Christian Author’s Guide to Health Insurance Oct 06, 2023

Professional authors often struggle to find health insurance coverage, but healthcare for Christian authors is readily available.

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From Page to Stage: How To Adapt Your Writing Into a Captivating Speech Aug 30, 2023

Public speaking is historically one of the best ways to sell books. Find out how you can turn your book into an engaging and memorable talk.

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Beyond First Drafts: How to Master the Art of Revision Aug 05, 2023

Award-winning author Angela Hunt shares her reproducible revision process that has helped her write, revise, and publish more than 150 books.

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Finding Peace in the Plot: How to Trust God' in Your Writing Journey with Liz Curtis Higgs Jul 10, 2023

Liz shares how she became a writer, what she learned from her victories and failures, and how new authors can learn from them as well.

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The Secret to Becoming a Successful Christian Author: Church Jun 03, 2023

Find out why attending a local church in person can benefit your physical and spiritual health as well as your book sales.

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How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker May 08, 2023

How to Write Books Boys Will Love With Tim Shoemaker

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What to Expect at the Write to Publish Writers Conference Apr 03, 2023

The director of the Write to Publish Christian writers conference shares what to expect from your first in-person conference.

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The 2023 Book Launch Blueprint Mar 27, 2023

Thirty days. That’s all you’ve got.

Do it wrong, and you’re toast. Do it right, and it’s crème brûlée that will last for months, maybe even years.

What 30 days are we talking about? The first 30 days after you make your book available to the world.

During the first 30 days after your release, bookstores decide whether to keep your book on the shelves. If you have a strong launch, bookstores will continue to stock your book and order more copies. If you have a bad launch, even the books you think you sold will be returned unsold.

Only during the first 30 days post-release can you earn the #1 New Release badge on Amazon. For 30 days, readers won’t judge you for not having reviews.

As you can see, your book’s first 30 days will determine its success. So how can you set yourself set you up for success? You conduct a strong book launch.

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How to Advance Christ's Kingdom Through Your Writing Mar 14, 2023

Learn how and why Bible study is important for authors and how it improves your book as well as readers' lives.

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World Building and Worldview: How Good Theology Can Make Your Book More Interesting Feb 13, 2023

Learn how Christian authors can organically incorporate their worldview without writing preachy novels that fall flat.

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New Year Goal Planning With Mary DeMuth Jan 06, 2023

This year, set writing goals that are ambitious and reasonable. Learn how to stick with a plan so you can finish your book or start another.

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How to Start a Writers Group with Sharon Tedford Dec 12, 2022

Learn the tips and best practices for assembling and facilitating an effective and enjoyable writers critique group.

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How to Manage Book Marketing Burnout With Nika Maples Nov 03, 2022

Writing and marketing your book is a hard job. Find out how Christian authors can avoid book marketing burnout.

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What would you do with two extra hours every day? Oct 24, 2022

Christian author and podcaster Sandy Cooper shares why and how she quit social media and what happened in her soul and career as a result.

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Creatively Cowriting With God With Allen Arnold Oct 04, 2022

In this interview Allen Arnold shares a framework for creatives who want to create their art with God rather than as a performance for him.

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How to Choose a Genre for Your Novel with Karin Beery Sep 09, 2022

Learn how and why you need to choose a genre, and find out what to do if your book doesn't conform to one specific genre.

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How to Write Realistic Characters with Becca Puglisi Aug 08, 2022

Author and writing coach Becca Puglisi shares tips and tools to help you write believable characters that your readers will love.

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How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu Jul 18, 2022

How to Find Time to Write As a Busy Mom With Asheritah Ciuciu

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Book Proposal Tips and Tricks with Ann Kroeker Jun 07, 2022

Learn how to write a book proposal that will attract the attention of agents and editors, in this interview with writing coach Ann Kroeker.

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How to Adapt Your Book Idea Into an Online Course with Becky Kopitzke May 18, 2022

Learn how to further engage your readers and earn income from your expertise by creating an online course that complements your book.

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How to Tighten Your Writing with Angela Hunt Apr 04, 2022

Write better sentences using fewer words. Angela Hunt teaches authors how to identify needless words and ruthlessly cut or replace them.

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Publishing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Learn the Hard Way Mar 14, 2022

One author shares what he learned from eleven publishing mistakes. Find out how to avoid these common mistakes so you don't have to learn the hard way.

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How to Launch a Book on a Budget Feb 28, 2022

A budget allows you to count the costs of the project and decide how much you will spend before you launch your book.

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How to Expand Your Role as a Writer by Writing Sunday School Curriculum Feb 07, 2022

Did you know that as an author, you can change people's lives without even writing a book?

Believe it or not, most life-changing writing happens outside of a traditional printed book. But there is often less glory for the writer in those other kinds of writing.

If your primary goal is to write words that change lives, you can expand your role as a writer.

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How to Save the Christian Publishing Show Jan 17, 2022

You are listening to the Christian Publishing Show, the podcast for writers who want to grow Christ’s kingdom using the written word.

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120 Big News Jan 03, 2022

I’m Thomas Umstattd Jr., host of the Christian Publishing Show and I have a few of quick announcements.

If you have been wondering why there hasn’t been a new episode in a few weeks I have a good reason.

Announcement #1 New Baby!
We just had a baby! Jack Umstattd was on December 23rd weighing 9 pounds 11 ounces. Both he and my wife are tired from a long delivery but doing well overall. For those keeping score at home, we now have three children. Mercy who is 3, Tommy who is 2, and baby Jack.

Announcement #2: Big Changes Coming for the Christian Publishing Show

Steve Laube and I will be making an important announcement about the future of the Christian Publishing Show at a live event next week.

Announcement #3: Live Q&A Webinar With Steve Laube
After the announcement, Steve and I will host one of our popular live Q&A webinars where we will answer your questions live. If you have never come to one of these, you really should. They are a lot of fun especially for those who attend live as we have fun in the chat.

Plus, Steve Laube is a wealth of knowledge and he only does events like this a handful of times a year.

We do a live Q&A event a few times a year and they are generally a big hit.

Webinar Info

What: Webinar & Live Q&A
When: Wednesday, Jan 12, at 4 pm Central Time (Convert Timezone)
Cost: Free!
Registration: Registration Link
Replay? Yes! Everyone who registers will be sent a link to the replay.

Happy New Year!

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How to Write Deep Point of View with Karen Witemeyer Dec 07, 2021

If you want your readers to connect with your writing, you need to immerse them deeply into the mind of your characters. Your readers need to hear, see, and experience everything that your character experiences. But how do you do this? The answer is deep point of view. We have a guest on the show […]

You can listen to this episode How to Write Deep Point of View with Karen Witemeyer on Christian Publishing Show.

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How to Create Compelling Secondary Characters for Your Novel with Angela Hunt Nov 23, 2021

We have had episodes about protagonists, the characters who want something that drives the plot forward, and antagonists who get in their way. But stories do not live on protagonists alone. Side characters, or supporting characters, play a vital role in your novel. But how do you craft characters that are believable and compelling? How […]

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How to Keep Fear from Blocking Your Creativity with David Lee Martin Nov 09, 2021

You have a creative idea. You feel inspired to pursue it. But your head is filled with doubt. “What if I can’t make it work? What if I can’t provide for my family? What if my work isn’t good enough? What if people think my creation is stupid?” We have a guest on the show […]

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How to Become a Professional Freelancer with Sharon Norris Elliott Oct 26, 2021

The saying goes, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” While some authors are able to support a full-time writing career with only their books, the reality is most authors need additional income, at least at the beginning. But does that mean you need to go out and get a job at McDonald’s in […]

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How to Fight Cancel Culture As a Christian Author with Laura Lynn Hughes Oct 12, 2021

It’s no question that we live in a “cancel” culture. It may be tempting to bury our heads in the sand and be sure we never do anything to offend anyone. But that’s not how the Bible calls us to live. Countless times throughout the Bible, men and women of God took a stand for […]

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Where Christian Publishing Came From with Leslie Stobbe Sep 28, 2021

Have you ever wondered where Christian publishing came from? I sure have. In the olden days, there were only publishers. But then Christian publishers started to emerge. Why did that happen? What caused it? To find out, we have a special guest who has worked in the publishing industry for 65 years. He is the […]

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Why You Need a Writing Retreat with Kathy Ide Sep 14, 2021

Do you feel discouraged or burnt out by your writing journey? Do you want to connect with other writers who understand your goals and pain? Do you need some time to get away from life, refocus on your goals, and connect with God? Perhaps what you need is a writing retreat. We have a special […]

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How to Write a Book in 90 Days with Kristen Clark Aug 31, 2021

Writing a book doesn’t need to be hard for many writers. All you need to do to write faster is learn how to get out of your own way. Our guest today is cofounder of Girl Defined Ministries and author of several books for young girls, including Girl Defined and Love Defined. Kristen Clark, welcome […]

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The Four Essential Pillars of Novel Construction with C.S. Lakin Aug 17, 2021

How do I write a novel? This is one of the most common questions writers ask. They ask it as they get started, they ask it after they finish their first book, and sometimes they ask it after writing half a dozen books. When writing a novel, there are four essential pieces you need to […]

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How to Edit and Proofread Your Own Manuscript with Denise Loock Aug 10, 2021

There are two ways to get better at writing. One is to practice writing, so your first drafts are better. The second is to learn how to edit your first drafts into better second drafts. It is common for some beginning authors to feel like the second draft is different, rather than better. This doesn’t […]

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How to Use Books to Complement Your Ministry & Increase Revenue with Crystal Daye Jul 20, 2021

Many times Christian writers think that once their book is published, then they can minister to people. But they have it all backwards. You can and should start ministering to and blessing people right now, and your book will be an overflow of that ministry. We have a guest here today to talk to us […]

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A New Social Network for Authors Jul 06, 2021

Are you tired of getting distracted every time you log in to one of your Facebook author groups? Are you sick of feeling discouraged by the spammers and trolls who lurk in the depths of the group? Are you hesitant to trust the information shared in Facebook groups because you don’t know if it’s reliable? […]

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How to Write the Last 50 Pages of Your Book with James Scott Bell Jun 22, 2021

“The first page of a book sells that book. The last page sells your next book.” –– American crime novelist Mickey Spillane When you write a novel, you want your readers to be so thrilled by the ending of your story that they immediately buy your next book. And then they tell all their friends […]

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How to Write a Bible Study with Mindy Kiker Jun 08, 2021

Perhaps you’ve considered writing Bible studies for your local church, or maybe you’re interested in writing Bible studies for publication. How do you write Bible studies that people want to read? We have a special guest with us today who is going to share her experience in writing Bible studies. She is co-founder of Flourish […]

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How to Write a Query Letter with Mary DeMuth May 25, 2021

If you want to be traditionally published in today’s book market, you are going to need a literary agent. But you don’t just “hire” a literary agent like you would a plumber. Agents have a vetting process in which they decide if you and your book are a good fit for their agency. They want […]

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How to Develop Patience and Endurance in Publishing with Chase Replogle May 11, 2021

Many first-time authors think that all they need to do is write a book, upload it to Amazon, and voilà Readers will come flocking. This is not the case. The reality is that the journey of writing and publishing a book is a long and arduous one. For most authors it takes 5 to 15 […]

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How to Navigate the Fragmenting of Social Media As a Christian Author with Scott Minor Apr 27, 2021

This episode comes with a trigger warning. We are going to talk about social media, politics, culture, and what to do as a Christian author in a world that is growing more hostile to Christian authors. If you don’t want to hear about that today, I can recommend a great podcast called Compelled, hosted by […]

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How to Find a Good Critique Group with Eva Marie Everson Apr 13, 2021

It is hard to read the label when you are standing inside the bottle. This is why almost all successful authors are in a writers group. Whether it was J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis sitting in an English pub talking about fantasy stories or a socially distant mastermind group meeting on Zoom, writers write better […]

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Book Launch Secrets Webinar Replay Apr 06, 2021

A couple of weeks ago, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and Steve Laube hosted a Book Launch Secrets webinar. More than 500 authors registered for the webinar from five different continents. This episode of the Christian Publishing Show is the audio of that webinar. If you prefer to watch the webinar with slides, you can watch the replay […]

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100th Episode Celebration with Jerry B. Jenkins Mar 30, 2021

This is the 100th episode of the Christian Publishing Show. Over the last two years, we have had downloads from 92 different countries. I want to thank all of you who have shared the show with a friend or left us a review at Apple Podcasts. To celebrate 100 episodes, we have a very special […]

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Writing App Roundup with Dave Chesson, Kindlepreneur Mar 16, 2021

Sometimes using the right tool for the job makes all the difference. If you are still using Microsoft Word to write your book, I have some good news: Much better tools exist. The challenge with writing is that each writer is different. This means different writers will do better with different tools. To help us […]

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How to Write for Children with Jennifer Grant Mar 02, 2021

Children’s books are a hot genre right now. With libraries closed, more parents are purchasing children’s books; and more authors are trying their hand at writing a children’s book. These books are so short, how hard could they be to write? Actually, very hard. Or, at least, it is hard to write a book parents […]

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How to Create Companion Products for your Book with D’vorah Lansky Feb 16, 2021

It’s very common these days for books, especially nonfiction, to come with additional workbooks, study guides, and video courses. These extra materials are also a great way to connect with your readers on a deeper level, while at the same time creating additional income and incentives. Paper and digital don’t need to be at war; […]

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How to Write Devotionals with David Sluka Feb 02, 2021

Devotionals are almost unique to Christian publishing. While some non-Christian publishers dabble with devotionals of different kinds, Christians have been writing and reading devotionals for centuries. So how do you write a devotional? Well, that is what we are going to talk about today. Our guest today is the author of 16 Ways to Create […]

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How to Write a Biblically Accurate Book with Catherine DeVries Jan 19, 2021

One of the big differences between Christian and non-Christian books is that Christian books have an absolute standard of truth they are compared to. Or, put another way, Christian books are all a derivative of the Bible in one way or another. We are a people of the Book, and so biblical accuracy is important. […]

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How to Write Better & Faster With Plottr and the Snowflake Method Jan 05, 2021

As a kid, peanut butter was always paired with only one thing: jelly. The big discussion between the other kids was if your mom used grape or strawberry jelly. Then one day, one of my friends told me about a new candy that combined peanut butter with chocolate. How on earth could that be good? […]

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Simon & Schuster Bought by Penguin Random House Discussion With Steve Laube Dec 08, 2020

For everything there is a season. A time to gather stones and a time to scatter stones. A time to merge companies and a time to spin off new companies. Right now, it is a time for merging companies. The “Big Five” are now the “Big Four.” You may have heard about the recent […]

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How to Write for Children with Linda Howard Nov 24, 2020

Children’s books are the fastest growing segment of publishing in 2020. There was a time a few months ago when The Very Hungry Caterpillar was in the top 10 of all products on Amazon–not only books, but all products in the everything store. The pandemic has caused many parents to spend more time with their […]

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Behind the Publishing Curtain: Fulfillment & Distribution with Tracy Higley Nov 10, 2020

You can listen to this episode Behind the Publishing Curtain: Fulfillment & Distribution with Tracy Higley on Christian Publishing Show.

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How to Write Split-Time Fiction with Melanie Dobson Oct 27, 2020

One popular genre in Christian publishing right now is split-time fiction. Split-time fiction is when you tell two stories separated by time that are connected in some way, sometimes by a theme or an item. Some popular split-time books include The Wedding Dress by Rachel Hauck in the Christian market and The Nightingale by Kristin […]

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How to Get Out of the Slush Pile – With Deborah Raney Oct 13, 2020

You would like to think that as soon as you are done with your proposal and send it off to an agent that he or she is sitting there by the inbox ready to read it as soon as it comes in. If only. Before email became the submission method, agents and acquisitions editors threw […]

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How to Write with Joy in Hard Times with Mary DeMuth Sep 29, 2020

You can listen to this episode How to Write with Joy in Hard Times with Mary DeMuth on Christian Publishing Show.

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The 10 Commandments of Book Marketing Sep 22, 2020

Recently, I heard a publishing “guru” talk about his approach to writing and marketing books. He publishes dozens of books each year with nothing more than quick proofread, which he does himself. He then promotes them using various Amazon hacks. This guy was breaking most of the book marketing commandments! While cranking out lots of […]

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How to Write YA with Jill Williamson Sep 15, 2020

In the general market, young-adult books are one of the most popular genres. While these books are written for readers ages 12-18, readers of all ages enjoy series books like Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, and Divergent. At the same time, in Christian publishing, many YA authors have struggled to connect with young readers. So […]

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How to Use Scrivener with David Martin Sep 01, 2020

Writing is hard. But using the right tools can make it easier. One popular tool many authors rely on is Scrivener. But others find it impenetrable. This is why I am excited to introduce our guest today. He is an ordained pastor, church planter, author, and a creative Christian coach who has as much passion […]

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How to Craft Unforgettable Characters with James Scott Bell Aug 18, 2020

If readers don’t care about your characters, they won’t care about your book. If your characters are wooden, generic, or forgettable, readers won’t buy, read, finish, or recommend your book. If you want to write a book people not only finish but recommend to friends, you must craft compelling characters. So how do you do […]

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How to Survive Cancel Culture As a Writer Aug 11, 2020

Kickstarter Update Here is a quick update on the Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference Kickstarter Campaign. The Christian Author’s Guide to Cancel Culture This post first appeared here and is shared with permission. Last month tens of thousands of Twitter accounts attacked J. K. Rowling. They tried to get her books pulled from publication. Her […]

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Audiobook Production and Promotion with Brennan McPherson Aug 04, 2020

Kickstarter Update Here is the current progress of the Kickstarter campaign to save the Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference: Episode Notes Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing segments of the book business. So how do you turn your book into an audiobook? Our guest today is an indie author of the popular Fall of […]

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How to Overcome Writer’s Block With Robin Lee Hatcher Jul 21, 2020

A lot of writers think, If I could just have more time, I could do more writing. Well, 2020 gave most writers a lot more time; and, yet, most of them are writing about the same as they were before. What keeps us from being more productive as writers? Is it writer’s block? If so, […]

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2021 Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference Jul 14, 2020

In this episode, Steve Laube and Thomas Umstattd Jr. talk about the 2021 Mount Hermon Christian Writers Conference Kickstarter Campaign. If you have any questions about the conference or about the Kickstarter campaign, this is not an episode you will want to miss. You can see the progress of the Kickstarter campaign here:

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Writing for a Canadian Market Jul 07, 2020

Readers in other countries read American books. American readers also read books by authors from other countries. For American authors, the most important country to think about and write for is Canada. Our guest today is the author of multiple books, including The Herringford and Watts Mysteries, and is a senior associate agent at the […]

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Show, Don’t Tell With Tim Shoemaker Jun 30, 2020

If there is one guiding light in excellent writing, the one thing almost everyone agrees on, is “show, don’t tell.” Telling is one of the most-common mistakes new authors make and one of the biggest reasons their manuscripts get rejected. It is also one of the biggest reasons readers give up on a book. If […]

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Character vs. Plot With DiAnn Mills Jun 23, 2020

Some novelists see themselves as character-first writers. Others start with the plot. Which is better? Does it depend on the genre? Could you be making a mistake that is crippling your writing? Our guest today will help us answer these questions and more. She is a bestselling author who has won two Christy Awards and […]

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How to Overcome Book Marketing & Money Challenges With Chautona Havig Jun 09, 2020

It is possible to make a full-time living as a writer. One way to do so is to write one book that sells like crazy. Another way is to write a bunch of books. Our guest today makes a full-time living with her writing. She has written over 70 books. Whether offering a critique of […]

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How to Overcome Fear and Comparison Jun 02, 2020

Fear can be crippling. If we let it, it will become our master and sit on the throne in our hearts. And here is the crazy thing: We can’t make fear go away. And we wouldn’t want to even if we could. Sometimes fear is helpful to keep us from doing something stupid. But it […]

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How to Write Compelling Villains with Brian Godawa May 26, 2020

Our guest today is an award-winning screenwriter; his first feature film was To End All Wars. He is also the best-selling author of the Chronicles of the Nephilim series and a new series, Chronicles of the Watchers. Links: https://godawa.com/ Sponsor: Book Launch Blueprint Learn how to launch a book in this special course only offered […]

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How to Crowdfund a Novel on Kickstarter May 19, 2020

Crowdfunding is a powerful and underused tool in the author’s tool kit. Crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo allow you to see if there is an audience for your book while simultaneously raising funds to help make it happen. How they work: You set a goal of how much money you need to publish your […]

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Writing Fiction With a Powerful Christian Message Without Getting Preachy May 12, 2020

One goal of Christian books is to convey a powerful Christian message through literature. But readers won’t get that message if they are turned off by the writing. One thing that turns potential readers away is heavy-handed preachiness. So how can Christian writers convey a powerful Christian message without being preachy? Our guest to help […]

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How Beth Vogt Went from Unpublished to Award-Winning Author May 05, 2020

Our guest today won the 2019 AWSA Award for Contemporary Novel of the Year; she has also won a Christy Award and a Carol Award. Beth Vogt, welcome to the Christian Publishing Show! Links: Website/blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest Goodreads Amazon Author Page Things I Never Told You (Affiliate Link) The Best We’ve Been (Affiliate […]

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Author Branding & Book Launching with Randy Ingermanson Apr 28, 2020

Book Launch Branding and How to Launch a Book With a Small Email List with Randy Ingermanson

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How to Start an Author Podcast Apr 21, 2020

This episode originally aired on the Novel Marketing Podcast. This is effectively a short audiobook on how to start a podcast. If you have ever thought about starting your own podcast, this is not an episode you will want to miss. You can find a blog version here. Sponsor: Christian Writers Institute The Lockdown Learn […]

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How to Write Split Time With Rachel Hauck Apr 07, 2020

Our guest today is a New York Times bestselling author whose novel Once Upon a Prince (affiliate link), was made into an original Hallmark movie. She writes from a quarantined location in sunny, central Florida. Links: Website: RachelHauck.com Instagram: @RachelHauck Twitter: @RachelHauck Facebook @RachelHauck Sponsor: Christian Writers Institute With the extension of the tax day, […]

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How to Write Fiction with a Christian Worldview with Brian Godawa Mar 31, 2020

Our guest today is an award-winning screenwriter, his first feature film was To End All Wars. He is also the best-selling author of the Chronicles of the Nephilim and his new series, Chronicles of the Watchers.

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How to Write Faster with Tricia Goyer Mar 24, 2020

To walk us through this process, we have a special guest. She is a USA Today bestselling author, has published seventy-five books in both fiction and nonfiction, and is a two-time Carol Award winner. And if that wasn’t enough, she’s also a wife and mother of 10 children. Tricia Goyer, welcome to the Christian Publishing […]

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How to Prepare Your Next Writers Conference Mar 17, 2020

Writers’ conferences are a key step in your publishing journey. Especially if you hope to be traditionally published. They are also very expensive and time-consuming. The key to getting the most out of your next writers conference is preparation. And a key tool to prepare ahead of time is a one-sheet.

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How to Write Cinematically with Deborah Raney Mar 10, 2020

How to Write Cinematic with Deborah Raney

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How to Write a Memoir with Susy Flory Mar 03, 2020

Every year, millions of people set out to write a memoir; and every year, most of them fail. Memoirs are hard to write and even harder to sell to publishers and readers. And yet, every year, millions of readers buy and read memoirs. So how do you write a memoir worth reading? To help answer […]

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Ebook Publishing Tips, Tricks, and Traps Feb 25, 2020

Learn about Ebook Publishing with Mark Coker.

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What Authors Must Know About Homeschoolers Before Trying to Sell Them Books Feb 18, 2020

Back in Episode 51 I gave an overview of the Homeschool Market. This episode is the next in that series, where I go into some of the mistakes authors make when trying to sell to homeschoolers. I also cover how to avoid those mistakes. If you are curious why homeschoolers are not interested in your […]

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What does success look like for Christian authors? Feb 11, 2020

We join guest James L. Rubart as we discuss what success looks like for Christian authors.

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How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome Feb 04, 2020

Do you feel like a charlatan and that everyone might find out you have no idea what you are talking about? Here is the crazy thing: There is a chance it’s true. You may be an impostor. It may also be a lie. Dunning–Kruger Effect This effect is often described with a story about McArthur Wheeler, […]

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058 How to Write Believable Fight Scenes with Carla Hoch Jan 28, 2020

Learn how to write a believable fight scene with guest Carla Hoch

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057 Why Platform is Not Important Like You Think Jan 21, 2020

The following is the outline I used to record this episode. It is not the episode itself! I encourage you to listen to the episode if you can. Why Publishers Care About Platform: Michael Hyatt popularized the term when he started blogging about it about 10 years ago. He also wrote a book about it […]

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056 How to Find Your Hustle Jan 14, 2020

For the next few weeks, we will be releasing some “best of” episodes while I spend time with our new baby Thomas Gregory Umstattd, III. Episode Notes This episode originally aired in 2018. We live in a world that is cursed. Because of our sin, God cursed the soil to have thorns and weeds. That […]

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055 How to Find Your Courage as an Author Jan 06, 2020

For the next few weeks, we will be releasing some “best of” episodes while I spend time with our new baby Thomas Gregory Umstattd, III. “Tommy” was born weighing 8 pounds, 14 ounces and he and my wife are both home and doing well. Episode Notes This episode originally aired in 2018. Today I would […]

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054 – How to Find an Agent With The Christian Writers Market Guide 2020 Edition Dec 17, 2019

Finding an Agent using the Christian Writers Market Guide 2020 Edition

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053 Where to Find Mentorship for Your Publishing Career Dec 10, 2019

Do you ever feel alone in the writing journey? Or perhaps you are not sure what to do next. You don’t need to! In this episode, Thomas talks about 10 different places to find mentorship and the pros and cons of each.

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052 The Joyfully Organized Writer with Susan May Warren Dec 03, 2019

Learn how to become an organized writer featuring Susan May Warren

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051 A Christian Author’s Guide to the Homeschool Market Nov 26, 2019

Learn how to market to homeschoolers

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050 Between Contract and Launch – What it is like to have a book under contract Nov 12, 2019

Between Contract and Launch - What it is like to have a book under contract

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049 Business Mistakes Authors Make (and how to avoid them) with Steve Laube Nov 05, 2019

Business Mistakes Authors Make (and how to avoid them) With Steve Lubae

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048 The Pros & Cons of Small Publishing Houses Oct 29, 2019

The Pros & Cons of Small Publishing Houses

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047 How to Start Your Own Podcast Oct 22, 2019

How to Start Your Own Podcast

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046 A Christian Author’s Guide to Getting an Agent with Bob Hostetler Oct 15, 2019

A Christian Author’s Guide to Getting an Agent with Bob Hostetler

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045 How to Avoid the #1 Cause of Bad Book Covers: Design by Committee Oct 08, 2019

How to Avoid the #1 Cause of Bad Book Covers: Design by Committee

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044 How to Become a Better Writer with Jeff Goins Oct 01, 2019

How to Become a Better Writer with Jeff Goins

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043 How to Use Public Speaking to Change Lives and Build Your Platform With Aurora Gregory Sep 24, 2019

How to Use Public Speaking to Change Lives and Build Your Platform With Aurora Gregory

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042 Why Podcast Tours are Replacing Blog Tours and What to do About it Sep 17, 2019

Today we are going to talk about promotional tours for your book and which works better, a blog tour or a podcast tour. We’ll also talk about why podcast tours are replacing blog tours and what to do about it. What is a blog tour? A blog tour is when you (or your marketing/PR person) […]

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041 How to Sell Christian Books in a Mainstream World Sep 10, 2019

How to Sell Christian Books in a Mainstream World

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040 What Authors Need to Know About Book Metadata Sep 03, 2019

Sometimes in publishing it’s not what you don’t know that gets you into trouble, it’s what you don’t know you don’t know. One thing a lot of authors don’t know to even ask about is metadata. Hold on to your horses, ladies and gentlemen, because today we are going to nerd out about metadata with […]

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039 – Book Proposals Tips & Tricks With Chad Allen Aug 27, 2019

Book Proposals Tips & Tricks With Chad Allen

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038 – What Queen Esther Can Teach Authors About Platform Building Aug 19, 2019

Note: This outline was used to record the episode. Its included here to help search engines categorize the audio. Esther’s Story: Esther Had a Tough Marketing Position Not in favor with the King. He hadn’t asked for her in 30 days. Had a big ask. His law could not be overturned. Even approaching the king […]

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037 From Drained to Energetic How to Maximize Your Energy as an Author With Susan Stewart Aug 13, 2019

From Drained to Energetic How to Maximize Your Energy as an Author With Susan Stewart

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036 How to Protect Your Author Platform from Big Tech Censorship Aug 05, 2019

Is your platform at risk of being destroyed by big tech companies? In this episode, find out what is happening and what to do about it. What is happening Big tech companies are censoring, shadow banning, and suspending accounts of Christian authors. There is a chance you may already be algorithmically shadowbanned and not know […]

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035 How Renae Brumbaugh Green Went from Unpublished to Bestselling Author Jul 30, 2019

How Renae Brumbaugh Green Went from Unpublished to Bestselling Author

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034 Screen Writing 101 with Hollywood Screenwriter Bob Saenz Jul 23, 2019

Screen Writing 101 with Hollywood Screenwriter Bob Saenz

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033 International Publishing with Tyndale House Publishers Jim Elwell Jul 16, 2019

International Publishing with Tyndale House Publishers Jim Elwell

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032 How to Craft Compelling Characters with Zena Dell Lowe Jul 09, 2019

How to Craft Compelling Characters with Zena Dell Lowe

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031 How to Pitch Your Book at a Writers’ Conference with Bob Hostetler Jul 02, 2019

How to Pitch Your Book at a Writers Conference with Bob Hostetler

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030 Pros and Cons of Indie Publishing Jun 25, 2019

Pros and Cons of Indie Publishing

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029 Pros and Cons of Traditional Publishing Jun 18, 2019

Pros and Cons of Traditional Publishing

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028 2019 Trends in Christian Publishing With Michial Miller of the NPD BookScan Jun 11, 2019

2019 Trends in Christian Publishing With Michial Miller of the NPD BookScan

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027 Advertising for Authors Who Don’t Like Math– with Chris Fox Jun 04, 2019

Advertising for Authors Who Don’t Like Math with Chris Fox

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026 What Makes a Book a Christian Book May 28, 2019

What Makes a Book a Christian Book?

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025 How to Write & Narrate Better Audiobooks with Tom Parks May 21, 2019

How to Write & Narrate Better Audiobooks with Tom Parks

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024 How to Transform Your Sermons into a Book May 14, 2019

How to Transform Your Sermons into a Book

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023 – The Future of Audiobooks and Podcasting May 06, 2019

In this episode of the Christian Publishing Show, Thomas Umstattd shares a special podcast version of the talk he gave at the 2019 ECPA Leadership Summit, an industry event where the leaders of Christian publishing houses gather to talk about trends and the future of the industry. Thomas was asked to talk about the trends […]

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022 How to Transition from Author to Author Entrepreneur Apr 30, 2019

How to Transition from Author to Author Entrepreneur

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021 How To Podcast Your Way to Publishing Success Apr 23, 2019

How To Podcast Your Way to Publishing Success

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020 How to Get Unstuck With Your Writing Career Apr 16, 2019

How to Get Unstuck With Your Writing Career

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019 How to Build a Tribe Apr 09, 2019

How to Build a Tribe

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018 Tribe Building and Trends in Publishing Apr 02, 2019

Tribe Building and Trends in Publishing

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017 How to Find Agents and Editors with the Christian Writers Market Guide Mar 26, 2019

How to Find Agents and Editors with the Christian Writers Market Guide

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016 Time Management & How to Become More Creative as an Author Mar 19, 2019

Time Management & How to Become More Creative as an Author

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015 Behind the Publishing Curtain: Director of Operations Mar 05, 2019

Publishing is a mysterious process for a lot of writers, even authors who have been at this for a long time. So from time to time, we bring in publishing professionals to tell us about what they do. Today we are going behind the curtain on the role of Director of Operations. Joining us today […]

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014 How to overcome burnout, and discouragement with Erin Young and Karen Ball Feb 26, 2019

How to overcome burnout, and discouragement with Erin Young and Karen Ball

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013 How to Grow Your Email List with Evan Gow Feb 19, 2019

Is email still relevant in a world of social media? If so how do you grow an email list and use it effectively? These questions and more we will be discussing with Evan Gow. Evan Gow is the founder of StoryOrigin, a community where you can meet other authors and set up cross-promotions to sell […]

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012 – Is book promotion a sin? How should Christian authors handle success? An interview with Shelly Hitz Feb 12, 2019

Is book promotion a sin? How should Christian authors handle success? An interview with Shelly Hitz

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011 How to Get Started Writing Young a Conversation with Brett Harris Interview Feb 05, 2019

How to Get Started Writing Young a Conversation with Brett Harris Interview

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010 – What Christian Editors Look for in Book Proposals Jan 28, 2019

What Christian Editors Look for in Book Proposals

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009 – How to Launch a Book (an overview) Jan 21, 2019

In this episode of the Christian Publishing Show, we talk about how to launch a book.

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008 – Resonance and Why Platform is Not Important Like You Think Jan 14, 2019

The following is the outline I used to record this episode. It is not the episode itself! I encourage you to listen to the episode if you can. Introduction This is the third and final episode in a series about What I am Looking for as an Agent. Previously we talked about courage (episode 002) […]

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007 – The State of The Christian Fiction Kindle Market with Alex Newton Dec 18, 2018

Today we are going to talk about one of my favorite topics, data! Alex Newton, the CEO and Founder of K-Lytics.com a leading market research resource for authors and publishers or put in terms we care about his company and expertise helps authors sell more books, face less competition, and get a bigger return on the […]

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006 – Why Facebook is Overrated for Book Promotion Dec 10, 2018

Facebook is overrated for building an author platform the following 8 reasons.

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005 How James L. Rubart Went From Rejected and Unpublished to Bestselling Author Dec 03, 2018

How James L. Rubart Went From Rejected and Unpublished to Bestselling Author

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004 – The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association and Publishing Trends with Stan Jantz Nov 27, 2018

The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association and Publishing Trends with Stan Jantz

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003 – How to Find Your Hustle Nov 19, 2018

We live in a world cursed. Because of our sin, God cursed the soil to have thorns and weeds. That curse is pervasive and continues to this day. If you want to have success in farming, you have to put in the work to remove the weeds. If you want to see success in publishing […]

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002 – How to Find Your Courage as an Author Nov 13, 2018

A few weeks ago I wrote a blog post about what I am looking for in authors I want to represent as an agent. Today I would like to talk about one of the things I am looking for: courage. Fear is the biggest enemy of authors. It can ruin their writing. It can ruin […]

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001 – Book Proposals 101 with Steve Laube Nov 06, 2018

About Steve Laube Steve Laube, president and founder of The Steve Laube Agency, a veteran of the bookselling industry with nearly 40 years of experience. In the 80s he was a bookstore manager. He then spent over a decade with Bethany House Publishers as an editor. Fifteen years ago he became an agent where he […]

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000 – Teaser & What is a Podcast? Oct 02, 2018

Welcome to the first episode of the Christian Publishing Show brought to you by the Steve Laube Agency! I’m your host, Thomas Umstattd Jr. This episode is a teaser for the show to come.

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