The Purposeful Pen
Amy Lynn Simon, Sandy Cooper, Beneath The Fig Tree, Mary Kathryn TillerHelping Christians writers create a writing life with eternal impact.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 165 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
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Episode 139: The Mindset Every Aspiring Christian Author Needs Before Writing a Book
Before we talk craft or contracts or query letters, we need to talk about something that will shape everything else on this journey.
Humility.
Not the kind that shrinks back and whispers, I have nothing to offer. And not the kind that cha...
Episode 138: How to Prepare to Write a Book (From an Acquisitions Editor) with Jennifer Dukes Lee
What should you actually do before you start writing your book?
In this episode, I’m joined by author and acquisitions editor Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about what aspiring authors often overlook in the excitement of getting started.
If y...
Episode 137: Before You Write a Book: What Every Christian Writer Needs to Know First
Welcome to a brand-new season of The Purposeful Pen!
From now through July, we’re focusing on what happens before you write a book—because the writing journey starts long before “Chapter One.”
If you’ve ever told someone you’re a writer...
Episode 136: 5 Questions to Help Writers Choose the Right Platform Strategy
After exploring multiple ways to grow your platform, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the options. In this episode, we’re simplifying the process and helping you discern your next right step. Instead of trying to do everything, you’ll l...
Episode 135: Building Your Platform as a First-Time Author with Cara Ray
In this week’s episode, I talk with Cara Ray, who has recently published her first book, “The Pursuit of Holy Leisure: Enjoying God in Everyday Places”. We talk about the different ways that she grew her platform, including through publishi...
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The writers behind this newsletter.
I help Christian writers find direction and clarity so they can create a writing life that brings joy to them, glory to God, and benefit to others.
Straddling the thin line between productivity and overwhelm daily. Writing and podcasting at Behind the Balance, The Balanced MomCast, and Writing Off Social.
Cultivate a devotional life you love...like, really love!
Freelance developmental editor, speaker, and co-host of Writing Off Social, a podcast for Christian writers looking to grow their audience without social media.
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