Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres
Episodes
#276: Repurpose Your Content
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you have published blog posts, podcasts, videos, or have given presentations; you may already have content you can use for your book. Take a mo...
#275: Joy in Our Writing
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope...
#274: Practicing the Presence of God in our Writing - What we can learn from Brother Lawrence
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time he said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am ...
#273: Your Message Matters
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Turn Your Passion into a Platform Are you one of the many people who long to ditch the cubicle and go to work for yourself, on your own terms? What's ...
#272: The Power of a Book Series
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talked about publishing short Kindle books last month. If you publish short books, I recommend creating a Kindle series around your main topic. Y...
#271: Do You Need a Writing Warmup?
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Since taking up running over 13 years ago, I've (CJ) learned the importance of a proper warm-up. Whether I'm preparing for a key speed workout or long...
#270: How desperate are you for a breakthrough in your writing?
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As writers, there are things that can stand in the way of seeing the breakthrough of finishing our book. Sometimes there's an absolute desperation on ...
#269: Consider Selling Your Book in Bulk
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you write a new book, one thing I want you to consider is how to set your book up for bulk orders. What are bulk orders? Typically these will com...
#268: Publish with a Purpose: Start with a Short Kindle eBook
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many reasons to write short Kindle eBooks. Personally, I have been writing this type of book for many years and people enjoy reading sh...
#267: 5 Ways to Quiet Your Inner Critic and Stay in the Writing Zone
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you are in your writing zone, you are using the right side of your brain. This is the creative part of your brain. Whereas when you are outlini...
#266: 3 Lessons from Habakkuk
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded inside our Christian Book Academy group as live videos. However, we wanted to share these teachings with you. Tod...
#265: Free at Last
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was teachings we did to begin our Virtual Writing Retreat in January. However, we wanted to share these with you. Today's topic is: Free ...
#264: Big Brave Steps
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was teachings we did to begin our Virtual Writing Retreat in January. However, we wanted to share these with you. Today's topic is: Big B...
#263: Tips for Marketing Your Book in a God-Honoring Way by Alisa Keeton
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this month's Expert Interview. This episode is an interview with Alisa Keeton on how to market your book in a God-honoring way. Today's top...
#262: Pray Hard, Work Hard: A Jumpstart for 2021
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded inside our Christian Book Academy group as live videos. However, we wanted to share these teachings with you. Tod...
#261: Darkness has an Expiration Date
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded inside our Christian Book Academy group as live videos. However, we wanted to share these teachings with you. Tod...
#260: Staying on Mission
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was teachings we did to begin our Virtual Writing Retreat in August. However, we wanted to share these with you. Today's topic is: Stayin...
#259: How To Grow Your Platform With Podcasting by Thomas Umstattd
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this month's Expert Interview. This episode is an interview with Thomas Umstattd on how to grow your author platform with podcasting. Today...
#258: Preparing Our Hearts to Write
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was teachings we did to begin our Virtual Writing Retreat in August. However, we wanted to share these with you. Today's topic is: Prepar...
#257: God Uses Underdogs and Our Weakness for His Glory
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded inside our Christian Book Academy group as live videos. However, we wanted to share these teachings with you. Tod...
#256: PR on a Budget for Authors with Saundra Dalton-Smith
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this month's Expert Interview. This episode is an interview with Saundra Dalton-Smith, a Board-Certified internal medicine physician, speak...
#255: A Higher Calling
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded inside our Christian Book Academy group as live videos. However, we wanted to share these teachings with you. Tod...
#254: Book Marketing Case Study (Marketing Minute)
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Marketing Minute. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#253: Do You Believe in Your Book? (Marketing Minute)
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Marketing Minute. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#252: Little Tweaks, Big Results (Mentoring Moment)
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Mentoring Moment. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#251: Launch a Bestselling Book Without Losing Your Mind with Lindsey Hartz (Expert Interview)
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this month's Expert Interview. This episode is an interview with Lindsey Hartz, a marketing consultant and book launch strategist for autho...
#250: A Simple Any Time Book Promotion (Marketing Minute)
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Marketing Minute. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#249: A Silent Productivity Killer (Mentoring Moment)
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Mentoring Moment. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#248: Author Giveaways That Work (Marketing Minute)
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's Marketing Minute. This episode has a short training with action steps that you can apply right away to help you as a writer (or...
#247: Saturday Seasons (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#246: Kingdom Math (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#245: You Need to Ask (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#244: Celebrity Culture (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
# 243: What is in Your Hand? (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#242: Business Meetings with God (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#241: Kingdom Driven Marketing with Shae Bynes (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#240: Foundations of Kingdom Marketing (Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series)
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Kingdom Marketing Mindset Series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy group as live v...
#239: Stand Strong as a Courageous Writer (Finisher Series)
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos an...
#238: What Could Be Possible When You Publish Your Book (Finisher Series)
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos an...
#237: Finding Calm in the Chaos: How to Thrive During Crisis with M&M's (Finisher Series)
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#236: Publishing a Book is a Privilege not a Pressure (Finisher Series)
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#235: Peace Over Panic Prayer Vigil
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This was the opening kickoff live video for our recent 24-hour prayer vigil. We wanted to share it with you as well on the podcast to encourage you du...
#234: Peace over Panic (Finisher Series)
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#233: The Harvest is Plentiful but the Workers are Few (Finisher Series)
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#232: It is Finished (Finisher Series)
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#231: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work (Finisher Series)
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#230: The Benefits of Independent Publishing - Self-Publishing (Finisher Series)
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#229: The Key to Motivation (Finisher Series)
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#228: The Journey of Publishing (Finisher Series)
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#227: Fresh Start (Finisher Series)
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Finisher series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. H...
#226: Creativity in the Kingdom
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a talk we gave at Christ Our King Church in Bellefontaine, Ohio while visiting family for the holidays. We hope it inspires and encourages you...
#225: More Than an Overcomer (Overcomer Series)
02 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#224: Do it God's Way (Overcomer Series)
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#223: Mini Habits and Habit Stacking (Overcomer Series)
19 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#222: Consuming vs. Creating Challenge (Overcomer Series)
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#221: The Compound Effect (Overcomer Series)
05 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#220: Victor not Victim (Overcomer Series)
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#219: Calm, Cool & Collected in spite of my immediate circumstances (Overcomer Series)
21 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#218: Finding your Aaron & Hur Prayer Partners (Overcomer Series)
14 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#217: Be Strong and Courageous (Overcomer Series)
07 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#216: Being Real, Authentic and Vulnerable (Overcomer Series)
31 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#215: Being Led by the Spirit (Overcomer Series)
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#214: The Battle Belongs to the Lord (Overcomer Series)
17 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. ...
#213: Dream with God About Your Writing: A 7-Step Guided Journaling Experience
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever dreamed with God about your writing? If not, join me in this episode with a journal and pen and dream with God! Download the handout (PD...
#212: 3 Ways to Continue the Momentum in Your Writing
26 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
At the end of this podcast, we have a surprise BONUS for you. Yay!!! Get encouragement and practical tips to help you write the words God has placed o...
#211: 7 Tips to Overcome the Overwhelm as a Christian Writer (Breakthrough Series)
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you felt overwhelmed with what it takes to write and publish a book? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you a...
#210: Prayer Kick-Off for Writing Week
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't joined us yet for our FREE 7-day writing challenge, you can still sign up here: www.writingweek.com **Encouragement From CJ** Script...
#209: Healing from Shame and How it Impacts Your Writing (Breakthrough Series)
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Don't forget! Our free 7-day writing challenge starts this Monday, 8/19/19. Sign up here: www.writingweek.com Have you felt that if your book doesn't ...
#208: Letting Go of Writing Regrets (Breakthrough Series)
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you felt like you missed your chance with your writing? Or do you feel behind? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to ...
#207: 10 Ideas to Escape Writers' Block (Breakthrough Series)
07 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dealing with writers' block? Have you recently said, "I'm stuck and nothing flows?" In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are g...
#206: Regain Control of Your Time (Breakthrough Series)
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like there is no time to write, this training is for you. In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help y...
#205: Break Free from the Perfectionism Trap (Breakthrough Series)
31 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like your first draft needed to be perfect? Or have you ever suffered from paralysis of analysis? In this episode of our Breakthrou...
#204: Putting an End to Procrastination (Breakthrough Series)
26 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever procrastinated in your writing? Maybe you thought, "I need to learn more. I'm not ready yet." In this episode of our Breakthrough series...
#203: Breakthrough Insecurity as a Writer (Breakthrough Series)
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever said Is my writing good enough? Do I have what it takes? Do I have the skills I need to be a writer? In this episode of our Breakthrough...
#202 Freedom from People Pleasing (Breakthrough Series)
19 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have fear of what others will think regarding your writing? Are you afraid of criticism and being judged? In this episode of our Breakthrough s...
#201: Conquer the Fear of Sharing Your Story (Breakthrough Series)
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt fear about publishing your words in a book? Whether you write nonfiction or fiction it can feel like a daunting task. And many time...
#200: Comparison: 7 Ways to Overcome the Comparison Trap in Your Writing (Breakthrough Series)
12 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever struggled with comparison in your writing? Have you ever asked the question How is my writing any different than what's already been wri...
#199: Self Doubt: Am I Qualified? (Breakthrough Series)
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever struggled with self-doubt and feelings of unworthiness in your writing? Have you ever asked the questions, "Am I qualified to write a bo...
#198: 15 Prayers for Christian Writers
07 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode as CJ and Shelley pray for you to have a breakthrough in your writing in the following 15 areas of resistance that Christian w...
#197: A New Podcast Name! Welcome to the Kingdom Writers Podcast.
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is our big, exciting news! The podcast, Author Audience, has a new name. Yay! If you'd like to know even more, email us at support@trainingauthor...
#196: How to Organize Your Journals into Book Content
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck in getting all the contents organized from your journals? Sometimes we get overwhelmed by the amount of content that we can get from our...
#195: How to Get Started Creating Videos
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Video is one of the most effective tools in marketing your book. But are you using this tool to your advantage? Today, I want to share with you tips o...
#194: Following the Voice of God in Your Writing with Kellie Frazier
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you following God's voice in your writing? How do you know if it's God's voice or your own desire? How do we hear God's voice? In today's episode,...
#193: How to Persevere in Your Writing
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you're fighting a battle in your writing, publishing or marketing your book? What do you do? I want to encourage you today with the s...
#192: Writers - Where Do You Put Your Trust?
15 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you fighting a battle right now? We have real enemies trying to stop God's specific purpose for us. Who do you trust in and call for help to fight...
#191: How to Launch a Book and Ecourse with Matt Tommey
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you use your content to the fullest? Have you fully explored all the options you have for using your book for income and impact? In this training, ...
#190: Turning Situation into Success - Overcoming Obstacles
16 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How do you turn a situation into success? If there are hurdles in writing your book, do you just give up or does it become an opportunity to grow? In ...
#189: Did You Give Up Too Soon?
07 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried doing something and it did not go as you've expected? Did you just give up after you "failed" or did you try other ways to do it? ...
#188: Is Your Book Launch the End or Just the Beginning?
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you disappointed by the result of your recent book launch? Or are you afraid that your book launch will not be "successful" based on your book sal...
#187: Transitioning from Kindle Only Books to Print Books with Teresa Mills
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a kindle book that you're thinking of publishing into print? What is stopping you from doing it? In this episode, Teresa Mills shares with...
#186: Your Story Matters
12 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We all have stories to share. And someone out there is just waiting for your story that could potentially save or change their lives forever. Are you ...
#185: Never Underestimate the Power of a Great Book Cover
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know that your book cover has a big impact on marketing and advertising your book? In today's session, Crista Crawford shares with us how chang...
#184: Inspiration From Young Published Authors: An Interview with Fireflies Aglow
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Creativity knows no age. And these group of young people shows us that by publishing their own book. In today's episode, be inspired as Fireflies Aglo...
#183: Unlocking Our Creativity with Aeron Brown
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have a very powerful message for all creatives. In this interview, Aeron Brown shares his journey of unlocking his creativity through God's ...
#182: The Power of Working by Grace instead of Grind
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working by grace or by grind? How would you know if you are flowing in the grace of God on your business or writing? In this episode, Shae Byn...
#181: Are You Filled and Skilled as a Writer
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What has God called you to do? What is your assignment? Are you filled and skilled to do this task? In this training, I share an inspiring message of ...
#180: One Reason Christian Authors Resist Marketing
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Why are some Christian authors hesitant to start marketing their books? In this training, I am sharing on reason why Christian authors resist marketin...
#179: Focus2Finish - Narrowing Your Target Reader with James Robor
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is your niche? Who are the people that are most impacted by your message? If you are not sure about your answer to these questions, this message ...
178: Dare to Dream Again
24 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I talk about how to dare to dream again when you feel like you failed or missed your chance. Resources mentioned in the video: Writin...
#177: Who are my perfectionists? This message is for you.
22 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you stop and say "this is not good enough"? Is your perfectionism getting in the way of publishing your book? If you often catch yourself...