Writing Off Social: The Podcast | Build Your Platform and Grow Your Email List Without Social Media

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89 | How to Get Your Book Published Without Social Media: Insider Advice from an Acquisitions Editor w/ Jane Daly May 05, 2026

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Today, we welcome author and acquisitions editor with Elk Lake Publishing, Jane Daly, where we pull back the curtain on what really makes an editor lean in instead of move on—from the first three chapters to the subtle signals in your proposal that say, “I understand this industry.” We talk about why following submission guidelines matters more than you think, how to answer “Why this publisher?” without sounding generic, and what a compelling marketing plan looks like when you’re not using social media. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/89

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88 | Leaving Social Media Without Losing Your Mind:The OFFLINE Reset for Writers Facing Algorithm Anxiety w/Ashriel Huber Apr 28, 2026

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Leaving social media is a huge step that takes a lot of courage. And for many writers, that step can feel less like a strategy shift—and more like a threat to your calling, your identity, and your future as a writer.

This week, we chat with author, podcast host and certified brain coach Ashriel Huber, where we unpack the very real anxiety behind that feeling, what’s happening in your brain when the panic sets in, and how to reset your thoughts and nervous system so you can move forward with clarity, peace, and confidence in the work God has called you to do. Listen in! For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/88

87 | Why Guest Posting Still Works (and How to Use It to Grow Your Platform) w/Grace Thomas Apr 21, 2026

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What if one of the most effective ways to grow your audience as a writer is something you’ve probably overlooked—or maybe even dismissed as outdated?Before social media took over everything, writers built their platforms by showing up on other people’s platforms, guest posting and contributing.

And guess what. That strategy? It still works!

Grace Thomas is a writer and podcaster who has written for dozens of major publications and Substacks—and this has helped grow her robust email list and her reach–outside of social media. Today, we’re talking about how guest posting actually works in 2026, how to pitch your writing, where to find opportunities, and how to turn someone else’s platform into real, lasting growth for your own. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/87

86 | Writing and Publishing a Children’s Book Without Social Media w/Laura Wifler Apr 14, 2026

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Today, we are thrilled to speak with best-selling, award-winning author, poet, educator, and founder of The KidLit Lab, Laura Wifler, where we dive into all things children’s books. Listen in as we discuss what it looks like to write for one audience while marketing to another, and whether or not it’s possible to market a children’s book without social media. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/86

85 | 10 Ways to Reach Your Reader Without Social Media (And Which Is Right For You) Apr 07, 2026

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What if ditching social media didn't mean starting from scratch — it just meant finding the right pathways for you? Today we're pulling back the curtain on the ten strategies we teach inside our course — what they are, how they work, and the kinds of writers they're the best fit for. And we even brought a quiz to help you find yours. For show notes including the link to that quiz, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/85

84 | How to Find a Good Working Rhythm and What’s Working for Us Right Now Dec 16, 2025

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It's our SEASON FINALE! What do you do when the rhythm that used to work… suddenly doesn’t anymore? When life shifts so drastically that your old schedule just won’t hold? Today, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing how we’ve rebuilt our work rhythms from the ground up in two totally different seasons of life.

Today we’re unpacking the real processes we use to shape our schedules, find our focus, and build rhythms that honor our calling. Listen in!

For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/84

83 | Publishing Without a Platform: Writing Opportunities You Didn’t Know Existed w/Megan Conner Dec 09, 2025

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Ever look at your kid’s school books and think, “Who writes all this stuff—and are they getting paid?” Today we’re talking to Megan Conner, an editor, author, writing consultant, and graduate of Writing Off Social: The Course who has built a thriving writing career in places most writers never think to look—educational publishing, work-for-hire projects, devotionals, technical writing, and those “I Can Read”–style books that quietly teach kids everything from phonics to frog ecosystems. She’s contributed to dozens of educational works, earned a steady income from her writing, and done it all without relying on social media. If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to write the words and get paid for the words,” this episode is your sign. For show notes, go to https://writingoffsocial.com/83

82 | Publishing Success Without a Big Platform: How One Writer Attracted Agents and Editors w/Sarah Damoff Dec 02, 2025

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If you’ve ever thought, “There’s no way I can land a book deal without a massive platform,” this episode is going to mess with that narrative in the very best way.
Our guest, best-selling novelist Sarah Damoff, sold her debut novel, The Bright Years, to Simon & Schuster with no writing background, no industry connections, an Instagram following of about 300 friends and family, and a tiny email list. So if you’ve been quietly disqualifying yourself because of your numbers, today’s guest is living proof that your craft can carry you farther than your follower count. Listen in. For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/82

81 | How Christian Writers Can Use Email to Build Trust (Without Being Salesy) w/ Cienna Kopischke Nov 25, 2025

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What if your email list wasn’t just a marketing tool—but a ministry? In this conversation with business coach Cienna Kopischke, we explore how Christian writers can move away from hustle-driven tactics and instead steward their readers with care through email. Cienna shares how she shifted her business from Instagram-dependence to a Kingdom-centered model rooted in funnels that disciple, not manipulate. You’ll learn the core principles of Kingdom Funnels, why consistency matters more than list size, and simple, practical steps to engage your subscribers in ways that build trust, deepen connection, and ultimately grow book sales.
If you’ve ever worried about being “salesy” with your readers, this episode will show you a better way—one that aligns with your faith and your calling.

For show notes to go to https://writingoffsocial.com/81

80 | Using Podcasting to Grow a Coaching Business w/Elizabeth Andreyevskiy Nov 18, 2025

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Imagine building a successful, profitable business without posting a single reel, chasing trends, or spending hours trying to trick the algorithm. If this sounds impossible, think again. As an anger management coach and podcaster, Elizabeth Andreyevskiy walked away from social media entirely, and in doing so, built a flourishing coaching practice that not only serves Christian moms all over the world, but also contributes greatly to her household income. Her story is proof that with perseverance, clarity, and obedience, there’s a better, freer way to grow.
For show notes go to https://writingoffsocial.com/80

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