Your Best Writing Life
Your Best Writing Life

Your Best Writing Life

Linda Goldfarb

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Christian Writing industry experts share weekly content for all levels of Christian writers. Whether you're a beginner or bestseller, you receive practical information and how-to application you can use to grow your writing career as a faith-based author. --Each week, Linda Goldfarb and her guests cover various topics, including the craft of writing, fiction topics, nonfiction topics, self-care for writers, and the business of writing to name a few. --If you're an aspiring Christian writer, we have content to help you grow. Published writers, we have current content to make your next book proposal, manuscript editing, speaking event, and writer's conference worth your time and energy. --Our episodes average 30-45 minutes -- hit subscribe and join our family of writers. --Contact Linda at [email protected] with questions or comments. --Your Best Writing Life is associated with the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference.

Recent Episodes

Essential Article Writing Basics with Linda Gilden
JUN 6, 2023
Essential Article Writing Basics with Linda Gilden

What do you know about article sidebars and hot boxes? This episode covers these and other article-writing essentials.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Today’s discussion is Essential Article Writing Basics. 

 My industry expert Linda Gilden – Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write, Why You Do What You Do, Words to Live By, Called to Speak, Articles, Articles, Articles, and several ghostwritten books. As a freelance editor and writing coach, working with publishers and individuals, she encourages others to make their writing the best it can be. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother of the six cutest grandchildren in the WORLD! Her greatest joy is the time spent with her family. Her favorite activity is floating in a pool with a good book surrounded by splashing children! Please welcome my good friend Linda Gilden to Your Best Writing Life.

We will cover each of these subtopics. 

1.     What differences do writers need to be aware of concerning print and digital articles? 

2.     What type of content is considered Evergreen?

3.     What do we need to know about Article Sidebars? 

4.     I’m guessing, Article Hot Boxes have nothing to do with saunas -- 

5.     What do we need to know about submitting photos for articles? 

6.     How are Payments handled when we write articles? 


LINKS
Linda Gilden
Beginning Article Writer's Checklist PDF
Articles, Articles, Articles the Book

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About your host - Linda Goldfarb
Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!


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How to Pitch Yourself to Guest on Podcasts with Kim Stewart
MAY 30, 2023
How to Pitch Yourself to Guest on Podcasts with Kim Stewart

Are you taking full advantage of being a podcast guest? Done right, guesting on a podcast can grow your author platform, grow your email list, grow your podcast, and market your book!

 Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. My industry expert is Kim Stewart – Kim is a book marketing coach and Book Marketing Mania podcast host. She helps Christian nonfiction authors build their platforms and market their books on podcasts. When she’s not strategizing with clients, you’ll find her in Dallas enjoying time with her family and indulging in coffee, caramel, and “Friends” reruns. 

  In this episode, we cover the following:

When is the best time to start pitching yourself as a podcast guest? 

How can writers easily find podcasts (and contact info) that align with their message to pitch? 

What are some common mistakes writers make when they pitch podcasts (and how can they avoid them?) 

Does it matter if you are pitching yourself, or is it better to have a team member or PR firm do your pitching? 

How can writers troubleshoot their pitching process if they’re not getting acceptances from hosts? 

LINKS
Kim Stewart
Jumpstart Your Podcast Pitching
Book Marketing Mania Podcast

If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life’s content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast.

About your host - Linda Goldfarb
Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!

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Writing Instruction Based Articles with Linda Gilden
MAY 23, 2023
Writing Instruction Based Articles with Linda Gilden

Did you know that well-placed articles reach more people than the average book? If you are an expert in a subject, your how-tos can help others succeed. Today’s episode is part two of our Deep Dive into Article Writing series.

 Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in - my guest today is Linda Gilden, an award-winning author of numerous books, including Articles, Articles, Articles.  As a freelance editor and writing coach, working with publishers and individuals, she encourages others to make their writing the best it can be. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother of the six cutest grandchildren in the WORLD! Her greatest joy is time spent with her family. 

Today, Linda and Linda cover How-To Articles and Round-Up Articles.

LINKS
Linda Gilden
Article Submission Format PDF
Linda Gilden's Writing Coaching
Linda Gilden's Editing Services

If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast.

About your host - Linda Goldfarb
Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!

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About your host - Linda Goldfarb
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26 MIN
Experience the Hero’s Journey - Part 3 with Andrew Jackson
MAY 16, 2023
Experience the Hero’s Journey - Part 3 with Andrew Jackson

The hero’s journey is not just for stories; it can help guide your life. Today’s episode is Part 3 of the Hero’s Journey for Writers series – Pack your bags for adventure!

I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. Our last time together, we covered Part Two in the Hero’s Journey for Writers – today, we look at our final episode, Experience the Hero’s Journey - Pack your bags for adventure! 

My industry expert is A.E. Jackson! Andrew writes uncanny speculative fiction for your enjoyment. He believes there are ma-lev-olent forces, just below the surface, tugging us all down. He knows another force, more ben-ev-olent than we deserve, works to keep us buoyant. He reads Ray Bradbury, Shirley Jackson,  Roald Dahl, Stephen King, Paulo Coelho,  Richard Matheson, H.P. Lovecraft, and Richard Bach. He lives in Delaware and is married with two children. 

Today we cover - 

  •  The tools or methods exist to equip a writer to undertake their own Hero’s Journey.
  •  Recommended reads - see links below.
  • The five minor quests which support your personal Hero’s Journey.
  •  Why celebrating the start of your personal Hero’s Journey is important. 

LINKS
Andrew Jackson
The Miracle Morning for Writers  by  Hal Elrod, Honoree Corder, and Steve Scott
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Jane McGonigal’s Super Better
Start Finishing  by Charlie Gilkey     
Five Thousand Words Per Hour by Chris Fox
Be A Writing Machine by  M.L. Ronn
Get Your Self-Led Here's Journey Discovery course

If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast.

About your host - Linda Goldfarb
Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!



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60 MIN
Writing People-Oriented Articles with Linda Gilden
MAY 9, 2023
Writing People-Oriented Articles with Linda Gilden

Have you considered writing articles, but you’re not sure what type to write? Linda Goldfarb and Linda Gilden talk about writing people-based articles, part one of a Deep Dive into Article Writing.

I’m your host Linda Goldfarb. Each week I bring you tips and strategies from experts in the writing and publishing industry to help you excel in your craft. My industry expert is Linda Gilden – Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write, Why You Do What You Do, Words to Live By, Called to Speak, Articles, Articles, Articles, and several ghostwritten books. As a freelance editor and writing coach, working with publishers and individuals, she encourages others to make their writing the best it can be. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother of the six cutest grandchildren in the WORLD! Her greatest joy is the time spent with her family. Her favorite activity is floating in a pool with a good book surrounded by splashing children!

Writing People-Oriented Articles

The first people-oriented articles are - Personal Experiences.  

1 Why would anyone want to read/hear about my experiences?

2 Do I really have anything of value to say to others?

3 Who is your audience?

The second people-based articles are about Profiles.

4   What is the difference between a profile article and a personal experience article?

5   As a Christian writer, do I always have to write for Christian markets?

6   Where is the best place to pitch a personal experience or profile article?

LINKS
Linda Gilden

Sample Article Submission Page PDF

If you enjoy Your Best Writing Life's content- consider a monthly donation through Patreon. Support Your Best Writing Life podcast.

About your host - Linda Goldfarb
Besides hosting Your Best Writing Life, Linda Goldfarb is a multi-published award-winning author, audiobook narrator, international speaker, board-certified Christian life coach, co-owner, co-founder of the LINKED® Personality System, and co-author of the LINKED® Quick Guide to Personality series. Linda also hosts the Staying REAL About Faith & Family podcast - Check it out!

 

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About your host - Linda Goldfarb
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33 MIN