Your Best Writing Life

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Are you ready to Turn Your Dream Into a Finished Manuscript?
Today’s guest is sharing measurable writing goals to accomplish your dream.
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 … Using Measurable Writing Goals to Turn Your Dream Into a Finished Manuscript.
My industry expert, Ginny Cruz, MPA, PT, is a pediatric physical therapist, an award-winning author, and a mom. She contributes to The Write Conversation blog and Focus on the Family. Her book, The New Mom’s Guide: Help and Hope for Baby’s First Year, is an essential addition to every new mother's library. She enjoys hiking and morning coffee.
 Using Measurable Writing Goals to Turn Your Dream Into a Finished Manuscript.
1.   What is the difference between a dream and a measurable goal?
2.    You have five tips for setting reasonable and measurable writing goals?
·       Tip 1: Write down your writing goal w/ an estimated completion date
·       Tip 2: Determine your word count based on your genre
·       Tip 3: Write a daily word count goal – use sticky notes as a reminder
·       Tip 4: Track Your Progress – spreadsheet - date, chapter title, wordcount
·       Tip 5: Have an Accountability Partner – preferably someone who understands the writing process.
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Who are you in Christ? Who is Christ in you? And why did He call you in the first place? Today’s guest shares why this continuing class at the BRMWC always has a waiting list - stick around. 
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 … Writing to Learn Who You Are in Christ, Who Christ is in You, and Why He Called You in the First Place …
My industry expert, Eva Marie Everson, is the multi-award-winning author of nearly 50 fiction, nonfiction, and children’s titles. She is the CEO of Word Weavers International, the director of Florida Christian Writers Conference, the Director of the BRMCWC Selah and Foundation awards, and a popular speaker. She and her husband—when they are not enjoying their children and grandchildren—are owned by a cat named Vanessa.

This class is a 4-day CCPracticum. Tell us what that means.
How did this continuing class come about? 
What should participants expect to learn during the class?
One must pre-register for this class. Why and how?
As we wrap up, words of encouragement to first-time attendees?
 
Eva Marie Everson
Class Title: Writing to Learn Who You Are in Christ, Who Christ is in You, And Why He Called You in the First Place
Class Type: Continuing Class Practicum - Pre-Registration is required. See class requirements below
Class Description: ACT I/II/III 4-day CCP
 Writing to Learn Who You Are in Christ, Who Christ is in You, And Why He Called You in the First Place
Class Requirements:
This class is limited to the first 10 participants. You must sign up in advance, and can do so by emailing Eva at [email protected]. 
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#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024".
Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy Podcast
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Are you experiencing God’s provision in every stage of your writing process? Today’s guest shares the natural process of birthing a book and how God is present all along the way 
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 birthing process of a book.
My industry expert is Annette Marie Griffin. Annette is an award-winning author and speaker who writes timeless pieces to help readers find home. She’s a columnist and acquisitions editor for StarLight Magazine and has written hundreds of articles for kids and adults throughout her writing career. Her newest book, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, will be released soon through Christian Art Gifts.
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… the Process of Birthing a Book. 
*How abiding in Christ is the consummation of our gifts and talents (John 15:4-5)
*The similarities between each stage of birthing a baby and birthing a book 
*The special provision God gives us through every stage and challenge of writing for Him. 
 *Our book babies are His special creation--predestined to accomplish His will for His purposes. The hard part can be releasing our "babies" to Him and letting Him have His way with them. 
Annette Griffin
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#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024".
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Everyone needs encouragement—especially writers. Today’s guest shares a story to help you make it through the week with hope.
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 receive encouragement for your writing journey.
Today’s guest is Debbie Sorensen. Raised on a small Montana ranch with a storyteller father, she attended a one-room country grade school. She is a former teacher, mother, grandmother, and now a widow. Debbie loves crafting with words and has written newspaper columns and magazine articles, appeared on podcasts, and published one book, with a new audiobook just released. 
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… encouragement for your writing journey
1.) No matter where you begin, you can finish well.
2.) We can continue to impact people of all ages, using words and actions.

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Debbie Sorensen
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#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024".
Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy Podcast
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Are your stories falling flat? Maybe you could benefit from leveraging a bit of tension in your writing. Connie Mann offers tips to keep the pages turning and the late-night candles burning.
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 Make Your Novel Unputdownable.
My industry expert Connie Mann loves taking readers on heart-pounding, suspense-filled adventures featuring strong, determined women. She is the author of The Crown Conspiracy, The Florida Wildlife Warriors, and the Safe Harbor series. She is also a USCG-licensed boat captain, which is as much fun as it sounds. Visit her online at: www.conniemann.com.
Alright, let’s head into our content for today… How to Make Your Novel Unputdownable
1-How to leverage tension to pull readers deeper and deeper into your story
2-What to do when scenes - or even whole sections - fall flat
Contact Connie Mann - Ask for her How to Make Your Novel Nonputdownable List
 
Visit  Your Best Writing Life website.
Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing Life
Your 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 Podcast
Awarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast