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Writers Chat Recap for October, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Finding Your Writer’s Voice with Lisa Carter

Sometimes we struggle with knowing how to find our writer’s voice. In this episode, Lisa Carter shares not only what a writer’s voice is but how to enhance that voice. She said, “Your voice is defined by what you have to say and the way you choose to say it. Voice is the total sum of personality, experiences, and how you look at the world.” What a great explanation of voice. If you struggle with voice or simply would like to hear some of Lisa’s tips, be sure to check out this week’s episode of Writers Chat.

Watch the October 20th replay.

Lisa Carter, author of romantic suspense novels, which she like to call, “Sweet tea with a slice of murder.” Her latest novel, The Sound of Falling Leaves, released this month. Lisa also writes contemporary romance set in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When not writing or researching for her next novel she loves spending time with family and teaching writing workshops. A native North Carolinian, she has strong opinions about barbecue and ACC basketball. You can connect with Lisa on social media and at www.lisacarterauthor.com

Generational Storytelling with Elaine McAllister

Elaine provides an A to Z guide to uncovering your family’s generational legacy, curating your discoveries, and sharing them with future generations. When she’s not playing with words (a.k.a. writing) or staring at a blank screen awaiting inspiration, Elaine is digging either in her flower beds or in the stories of her ancestors. For more information and delightful tips for preserving your family legacy, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the October 27th replay.

Elaine McAllister is an award-winning writer, author, blogger, and columnist who also loves being called “Gramma Mac” by five of her favorite people. She loves to celebrate grandparenting. Is passionate about discovering and sharing resources with other grandparents, empowering them to intentionally create memories and build relationships with their grands. You can connect with Elaine on social media and at www.elainemcallister.com

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

Additionally, you can grow your network and add to the conversation by joining our Writers Chat Facebook Group.

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Writers Chat Recap for October, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writing to Heal with Yvonne Ortega

The heart is key to writing, but what happens when the heart is broken? In this episode of Writers Chat, Yvonne discusses writing to heal. Heal from your own hurts and also helping others heal from theirs.
Timing is everything including the when to transition from healing to time to share how God has helped you recover and heal. If you’re a writer who is hurting, be sure to watch the replay. You will be encouraged and just maybe you load might become a little lighter.

Watch the September 29th replay.

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Yvonne Ortega, author of the Moving from Broken to Beautiful® Series which deals with overcoming heartache from cancer, divorce, forgiveness, and loss. With a background as a licensed professional counselor, Yvonne brings a unique perspective into the heart of women. She speaks with honesty and humor as she shares her life and struggles to find peace, power, and purpose through God’s Word.

Five Steps to Landing Endorsements with Ben Cooper

In today’s episode, Ben shares great tips on landing endorsements from small to great. Many writers wait until their book is finished to look for endorsements, but Ben suggests you begin before you finish your book. To help you remember the five steps, he uses the acronym BRASH. To learn more about being brash in a good way, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the October 6th replay.

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Ben Cooper is an award-winning author of All Nature Sings and Created Critters with Wings. Ben recently retired from the Maryland Department of Agriculture. He enjoys spending time outside with nature, especially in his bee yard. When he isn’t writing, Ben enjoys teaching at Allegany College of Maryland and mentoring new beekeepers. You can connect with Ben on social media or at Serious Writer https://www.seriouswriter.com/bencooper/.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for September, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

The Challenge of Writing for Children with Crystal Bowman

Writing for children can be more difficult than one might think. However, in this episode of Writers Char, Crystal Bowman discusses how she’s navigated the muddy waters successfully and shares, from years of experience, some of her how-to’s of writing for children—from first steps to sub-genres to marketing. If you’re an experienced children’s author or are curious about writing for children, be sure to check out this week’s replay.

Watch the September 15th replay.

Crystal Bowman has written more than 100 books for children and seen more than two million copies of her books sold internationally, and translated into more than a dozen languages. She and her daughter, Teri McKinley, are the co-authors of Our Daily Bread for Kids. She is also a regular contributor to Clubhouse Jr. Magazine, and writes lyrics for children’s piano music. You can find Crystal on FaceBook, Linked-In, Pinterest and at https://crystalbowman.com/

Embrace the Wait with Annette Marie Griffin

The writing journey seems to have long periods of waiting. What should one do during these long times of waiting? Well, on today’s episode of Writers Chat, Annette shares with us ways to handle insecurities, expectations, and family during the waiting process. Annette writes,

“As a new author one thing that has been particularly challenging for me is the waiting part of writing. Funny, I never considered myself an inpatient person before I pursued publishing. Rarely does anything in the publishing journey come easily or quickly. Whether looking for an agent or waiting for a response to a query or proposal, long wait times seem to be the norm in the publishing industry. For Christian writers who want to ‘run the race with endurance’–the sitting part can seem like torture. But God is showing me that there’s more to the wait than meets the eye. In fact, some of the most powerful lessons Christians can learn are hidden within those seemingly pointless spaces of time.”

Watch the September 22nd replay.

Annette Marie Griffin is an award-winning author who’s worked with children and youth for over twenty years. She has developed curriculum for elementary-age children, facilitated parent training seminars, and worked with at-risk youth. She and her husband have adopted two children with learning challenges and continue to look for opportunities to help children with special needs. With over 3,000 social media followers and climbing, Annette enjoys connecting with people of all ages. You can connect with her on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, and at annettemariegriffin.com

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for September, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Book Chat: Writing Life Stories by Bill Roorbach

Host Jean Wise is joined by behind the scenes members Jann W. Martin, Norma Poore, and Melissa Stroh to share their take on a few of the writing exercises from Bill’s book. For example, write out a favorite childhood memory. Could this become a scene in your story? Is there a bit of inspiration usable in your nonfiction work? This book is full of practical tips and ideas for memoir writing, but also gets the creative juices flowing for whatever genre you write. If you need a pick me up writing wise, this would be the episode for you. Check it out.

Watch the September 1st replay

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for August, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writing in Layers with Hallee Bridgeman

Hallee shares with us the layering technique she’s developed to write a 100,000 word novel in four weeks. This is just the writing. She allows another four weeks for characterization development and edits. Not only does Hallee share why she uses this method, but gives some very practical how tos as well. This is episode is full of great information and resources you don’t want to miss, so click the link below and check it out.

Watch the August 4th replay

Leverage the General Market without Feeling Like a Sell-Out with Ashley L. Jones

Are you a faith-based author looking to publish in the general market? In this episode of Writers Chat, Ashley shares her experiences writing the book, Modern Cast Iron. This book was not part of her plan, but one “God downloaded”. Often as writers we have story or nonfiction ideas, but sometimes God has other plans in mind. If this is you or you are curious about the general market, be sure to catch the replay of this episode.

Watch the August 11th replay.

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Hallee Bridgeman is a best-selling Christian author of action-packed romantic suspense, with nearly a million sales. She has served as the Director of the Kentucky Christian Writers Conference, President of the Faith-Hope-Love chapter of the Romance Writers of America, is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), American Christian Writers (ACW), and Novelists, Inc. (NINC). She’s an accomplished speaker who’s taught and inspired writers around the globe. You can connect with her on social media or at www.halleebridgeman.com.

Ashley L. Jones, author, blogger, and teacher, but her favorite title is Big Sister. Believing we all have something worth sharing she began her blog Big Sister Knows to encourage other young women to live their life with gusto. You can connect with Ashely on social media or at www.bigsisterknows.com.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for July, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Filling the Writer’s Well with Jean Wise

Have you ever felt spent or like you well has run dry? To be honest, we all do at some point. If this is where you find yourself, today’s Writers Chat episode will encourage your heart, your mind, and bring a smile to your face. Freelance writer and Christian speaker, Jean Wise shares how important it is to maintain health on not just the physical part of your life, but emotional and spiritual as well. Co-hosts Melissa Stroh, Jann W. Martin, and Norma Poore along with our special guest Tina Yeager share tips on refilling a well that’s gone dry. Be sure to check out the replay to hear about Jean’s acrostic on ROYAL.

Watch the July 14th replay.

Creating Your Own Ezine with Amber Weigand-Buckley

In this episode of Writers Chat, Amber shares tips on how to create an e-publication on a budget. She gives a basic overview and shares simple checkpoints in crafting your publication. If you’ve been dreaming of your own publication, then here’s a great way to start doing. Be sure to check out this week’s replay for great resources.

Watch the July 21st replay.

Amber Weigand-Buckley, Magazine/Web Managing Editor at On Course magazine Co-Owner D:vine Media Solutions, member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA), and has over twenty years of award-winning media experience. She is also the founding editor and Art Director of Leading Hearts magazine and serves Asia Pacific Media as a fundraising consultant as well as editor and the art director of their e-mag MISSION magazine. You can contact her by visiting https://barefacedcreativemed.wixsite.com/barefacedjournals.

How to Pitch to Agents at Conferences with Hope Bolinger

You’re tired but a little accomplished. After all the blood, sweat, and tears it is finished. Your baby. Your novel is finally complete. The next step, getting before an agent, can be as daunting as the writing. In this episode, Hope shares with us best practices for pitching to an agent whether at a live or virtual conference. Check out the replay of this episode and be inspired to go through with the next step.

Watch the July 28th replay.

Hope Bolinger is a YA novelist, literary agent at C.Y.L.E., a graduate of Taylor University, has more than 800 of her works featured in various publications like Writer’s Digest, Keys for Kids, and Crosswalk.com, just to name a few. Her column “Hope’s Hacks” reaches over 6,000 readers weekly in the Serious Writer newsletter. She has finished a trilogy based on Daniel from the Bible. You can find Hope on social media or contact her at www.hopebolinger.com

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

Additionally, you can grow your network and add to the conversation by joining our Writers Chat Facebook Group.

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Writers Chat Recap for July, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Plan Like a Boss, with Bethany Jett

In this episode, Bethany, an award-winning author and entrepreneur, shares a wealth of information about planning using Happy Planner products. This isn’t about a particular planner but about getting your life more efficient and organized. Remember, any planning system can be used, but take it from one super busy wife, mom, and boss, there is no substitute for keeping appointments and other important information at your fingertips with a planner or two. So, whether you are a veracious planner or you’ve never used a planner before, this episode has something for you.

Watch the June 30th replay

Manage Your Image Stream with Rhonda Dragomir 

Rhonda shares with us the importance of using the right size image with your message and how to use them across multiple platforms. It’s not enough to post several times a day on social media, but there is an approach for each platform

that can help you be more successful on social media. Are you needing to increase your platform? Are you struggling with platform? If you said yes to either question, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Watch the July 7th replay.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for June, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Book Chat: Called to Create by Jordan Raynor

Hosts Jean Wise, Bethany Jett, and Johnnie Alexander share insights from Called to Create: A Biblical Invitation to Create, Innovate. From the back cover: THE WORK YOU DO TODAY MATTERS FOR ETERNITY. We were created by an infinitely creative God to reflect his love and character to the world. One way we do that is by continuing his creative work. In this energizing book, serial entrepreneur and bestselling author Jordan Raynor helps artists, entrepreneurs, writers, and other creatives reimagine our work as service to God and others.

Watch the June 2nd replay

Creating Effective Media Images with Rhonda Dragomir and Kathleen Sweeney 

Rhonda Dragomir, writer and graphics/web designer, provides a detailed tutorial on creating stunning social media images. The best images, Rhonda advises, tell a story and evoke emotion. She talks about lighting, saturation, cropping, the rule of three, and other elements that go into creating a compelling image.

Kathleen Sweeney, Manager of Marketing and Customer Service at Book Brush, is also our guest. As Rhonda demonstrates how she uses Book Brush to create her own social media images, Kathleen provides additional tips and info.

Book Brush is an amazing app designed to help authors promote their books via social media by using the backgrounds, community templates, and mockups provided on the site. https://youtu.be/zw9Radc8Jcc

Watch the June 9th replay.

Rhonda Dragomir and her husband live in Kentucky. She is an award winning writer with published works in Chicken Soup for the Soul anthologies and Spark magazine. Rhonda is a pastor’s wife, Bible teacher, and speaker. She and her husband formed The Dragomir Group which offers services for writers. You can find Rhonda on social media or visit her website at www.rhondadragomir.com

Kathleen Sweeney loves creating images. She brings over 17 years of client service experience, business assurance, strategy and problem solving to Book Brush.

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Writers Chat Recap for May, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Newsletters, Emails, and Opt-ins

Bethany Jett, Johnnie Alexander, and Jean Wise discuss the importance of newsletters, building an email list, and having welcome funnels. This episode is full of helpful hints, how-tos, and great ideas, to help you with your newsletter. If you’re struggling with the idea of a newsletter or you’re looking for new ideas, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the May 5th replay

Collaborative Indie Publishing with Brenda S. Anderson, Johnnie Alexander, and Stacy Monson

Have you thought of collaborating with like-minded authors? In this episode Johnnie is joined by Brenda and Stacy to share with us how they began The Mosaic Collection. The first book was published by Stacy in August of 2019, and they have published a book every month since then, including a Christmas anthology. These ladies share discuss the requirements and benefits of working together. If you’re curious about collaborative work, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the May 12th replay.

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Stacy Monson is the award-winning author of The Chain of Lakes series, including Shattered Image, Dance of Grace, and The Color of Truth. Her stories reveal an extraordinary God at work in ordinary life. Residing in the Twin Cities, she is the wife of a juggling, unicycling physical education teacher, and a proud mom, and doting grandma.

Brenda S. Anderson writes gritty and authentic, life-affirming fiction. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, and is Past-President of the ACFW Minnesota chapter, MN-NICE, the 2016 ACFW Chapter of the Year. When not reading or writing, she enjoys music, theater, roller coasters, and baseball (Go Twins!), and she loves watching movies with her family. 

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Writers Chat Recap for April, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writing Through the Hard Times

In this open mic episode of Writers Chat we share many tips on how to keep writing through the tough time. This episode is relevant whether you’re stuck at home due to a pandemic, you’ve experienced personal hardship, a tragedy, or maybe life just isn’t going the way you planned. Times like these tend to sideline us writers because the creativity just isn’t flowing like it once did. Whether the rug has been yanked out from under you or you’re simply having a time of discouragement as a writer or you want to help a discouraged writer, this episode if for you. Tips shared in this episode range from inspirational sources, to self-care, to using a different creative outlet, to reliance on God. This is one of our most timely and pertinent episodes, which has left viewers feeling more encouraged.

Watch the April 14th replay.

To see the list of our sixteen tips and more, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Fiction 101 with Johnnie Alexander, Melissa Stroh, and Norma Poore

We know, especially in the writing world, that things have a way of changing at the last possible moment. This was the case today and Johnnie was not able to join us. Melissa and Norma took to reigns and led a discussion on basic fiction elements. A gallery of Writers Chat friends joined them as they shared how-tos on story idea, setting, characters, and a plot, with an emphasis on character development. Without strong relatable characters our stories will flop. If you write fiction or nonfiction check out this week’s episode for great story ideas.

Watch the April 21st replay.

To see the list of recommended books and more, check out the Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Lessons from Camp NaNoWriMo with Leslie S. Lowe

Many writers are familiar with the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month aka NaNo) challenge to write fifty thousand words in the month of November. But they may not be aware of the two camps NaNo puts on in April and July. The camps are great because you set the goal writing goal. Leslie is an avid supporter of NaNoWriMo and today she shares the benefits of participating in camp. This year, Writers Chat had their own cabin, organized by Leslie and she shares the purpose of being in a NaNoWriMo cabin. If you’re interested in NaNo or need writing tips on ways to get creative juices flowing when there seems to be a clog, then check out the replay of today’s episode. Happy Writing!

Watch the April 28th replay.

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Leslie S. Lowe, the youngest of six children, raised with a common thread of love despite their differences. Her blog posts are geared to help others identify their spiritual gifts and talents. Leslie writes historical Christian fiction and her first novel is set in 1890 Victorian England and focuses on the orchid market as well as finding one’s identity. The sequel is set in 1910 Savannah Georgia, covering the U.S. industrial period. Currently, she is drafting a contemporary gem mining story, based on prophecy of end times that incorporates supernatural experiences she’s had in her journey of getting closer to God. You can fins Leslie on Face Book or on her website https://HisGiftsMyJourney.wordpress.com.

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Writers Chat Recap for April, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Blending Humor with Your Writing and Speaking with Jane Jenkins Herlong

In this episode of Writers Chat, Jane shares timely advice about humor during these days of the Covid19 virus and being ordered by government officials to stay home. She does it all…writer, a speaker, former beauty queen, and a comedian extraordinaire! Jane encourages writers and speakers to embrace rejection, be brave, say yes to opportunities, and give graciously to others. These are only a few of the topics she touched on during this power packed hour of humor and sound advice.

Watch the April 7th replay

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Jane Jenkins Herlong grew up with Dyslexia and was often told, “You can’t do that.” Turning no into next along with determination and hard work is what propelled Jane into the world of entertaining. She’s an award-winning, bestselling author, Hall of Fame international speaker and comedian, a singer/songwriter, and entertains people all over the globe with her Southern wit and charm. Jane encourages her audiences to find humor in the ordinary and “Prove people wrong and laugh while living your dream.” You can find Jane on social media and at janejenkinsherlong@gmail.com

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Writers Chat Recap for March, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Historical Romance with Janalyn Voigt

In this episode, Janalyn shares her process for writing Historical Fiction, giving tips on identifying domains of research, the benefits of on location research, the value of using original sources. Other topics such as how to balance research with story, developing plot, and much more were discussed. If you’re in need of good research ideas and tips for balancing your research with story—no matter the genre—this is the episode for you. Come check it out.

Watch the March 17th replay.

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Janalyn Voigt is a multi-genre novelist and inspirational speaker with a passion for books, reading, history, photography, and travel. For more about Janalyn,, you can find her on social media or visit her website, http://janalynvoigt.com/.

KidLit Forum

In this episode, Writers Chat’s own Jan Martin and Annette Whipple are joined by René Aube to discuss writing children’s books. These three ladies are published authors of children’s books, ranging from fiction to instructional books. They share the basics of writing and publishing in fiction and nonfiction. Whether you write picture books, early readers, or YA, this episode is full of great ideas and a plethora of resources. If you write children’s books or are curious about writing for kids, stop by and watch this fun, informative, and encouraging episode of Writers Chat.

Watch the March 24th replay.

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René Aube loves dreaming up drama for various critters who creep into her life. She hones in on unusual details and develops adventures for anthropomorphic characters while weaving in factual content. Her current works in progress include fiction and non-fiction picture books. Rene` is also beginning to meddle with middle grade fiction. You can follow her on social media or at https://renedianeaube.com/

Jann Martin attended Michigan State University earning a Bachelor of Science in elementary education Then Trinity Seminary and commissioned as an Associate in Ministry. In 2006 Jann received a call from God to write children’s books through the eyes of a child. She currently has seven books published with many more to come. She is also a public speaker and teacher to all ages. You can follow Jann on Facebook.

Annette Whipple writes nonfiction to inspire curiosity and wonder in children. She inspires curiosity and wonder in readers while exciting them science and history through her nonfiction books. Annette provides interactive programs and workshops to engage participants in topics like writing, science, and history. Learn more about Annette’s books and presentations at https://www.annettewhipple.com/

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for March, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Basket of Six Open Mic Discussion

Back on January 28th, Writers Chat discussed the book, Dancing on the Head of a Pen, by Robert Benson. From this book we have taken his idea of one shelf of bookshelf being dedicated to his favorite books. But instead of a bookshelf, we came up with a basket. We decided to call this our Basket of Six. In this open mic episode, we shared from our individual baskets. Each participant shared one book that was in their basket and why they returned to it often. There were only two books that would have been duplicated, but most participants had more than one book ready to talk about. What book do you read again and again? If you don’t have one or are in need of good books to read, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the March 3rd replay,

Writing as a Pastor with Andy Clapp

Andy Clapp, Senior Pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, author, and speaker, shares how he uses inspiration from his sermons for articles and devotions. Writing 1,000 words every day is a habit of his, and on occasion if he is stumped for a writing idea, he ponders questions about the Bible or that might arise from his sermons. This episode was full of encouragement from Andy, not just for writing, but also for your walk with God. If you need a pick me up, check out this episode, you’ll be glad you did.

Watch the March 10th replay.

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Andy Clapp, Senior Pastor, writer, and speaker. Sharing the message of the cross is his passion because of how his life has changed as well as he understands people need hope, redemption, and new life. Andy pastors Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Liberty, NC—he and his gracious church have hosted the North Carolina Christian Writers Conference three times, and looks to be a life-long partnership. Andy recently signed a 13-book contract for a devotional series and for a novel based on the Biblical book, Hosea. He also writes newspaper and magazine articles and has been published in The Upper Room. You can find Andy on social media and on www.andyclapp.org

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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WRITERS Chat Recap for February, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Enneagram and the Writer, with Jean Wise

Personality types are intriguing for most of us. It helps us to understand why we, or those we love, act the way we do. In this episode, Jean Wise—spiritual director, blogger, and author—presents an overview of the nine core personality types of the Enneagram. She shares some of the strengths and weaknesses of each type. Jean also shares that being familiar with personality types will help us understand ourselves better but might also explains personality may have an influence over what we write. Knowing more about personalities, the good and the bad, will also help us as writers to develop deep, realistic characters that our readers will love or love to hate. If you’re intrigued by personality profiles or just want to make your characters more life-like, then this is the episode for you.

Watch the February 4th replay.

Book Proposals & One Sheets

In this episode, Bethany Jett, co-owner of Serious Writer, Inc. and Johnnie Alexander, novelist, share their insights on book proposals and one sheets for both fiction and nonfiction. Bethany shares a template her company uses for nonfiction proposals. Johnnie explains the template she used for fiction which landed a contract for her Misty Willow Series. During this episode two from the audience share their one pages and Johnnie and some of the others in the audience critiqued the one pages. Bethany reminded us that these needed to have a picture, author bio, comps of the book, and either a short synopsis or back cover blurb. This is a must see episode whether you are attending a conference in the near future or not. A wealth of information is in the one hour episode. Check it out.

Watch the February 11th replay.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for January

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Ten Steps to Integrative Marketing with Bethany Jett

Bethany shares ten integrative marketing strategies for writers. These strategies include marketing ideas for letter campaigns, social media and much more. As writers we should be thinking of marketing from the beginning of our projects. This episode is full of great information to help. Bethany is the co-owner of Serious Writer, Inc. and has recently co-authored two books that have won awards for marketing. Check out this week’s episode and get started on marketing strategies for you WIP.

Watch the January 14th replay.

Contest Savvy: Enter and Win! With Rhonda Dragomir

In this informative episode, Rhonda, the winner of the Serious Writer’s 2019 Writer of the Year contest, shares her secrets for entering and winning contests. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction there are basic things you can do to increase your chances to win contests. Rhonda shares tips like following the contest guidelines, properly formatting your manuscript entry and so much more. With conference and contest season upon us, this episode is a great way to prepare.

Watch the January 21streplay.

Dancing on the Head of a Pen

Writers Chat turned into book chat today as Johnnie Alexander, Bethany Jett, Melissa Stroh, and Jean Wise read their favorite sections of Robert Benson’s book, Dancing on the Head of a Pen. Benson gives great writing advice, uses amazing imagery and light humor to encourage writers at every level. Some of the favorite sections included; his bookshelf with a lamp top that is always lit; his three hats (the artist, the craftsman, and the businessman); and his jury of twelve. This episode is a must see regardless of where you are on your writing journey.

Watch the January 28th replay.

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Writers Chat Recap for December Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writers’ Favorite Christmas Memories & Gifts

In this open mic episode of Writers Chat, we share writerly Christmas memories, gifts received, and great gift ideas for writers. Some received beautiful and/or thoughtful pens, a spinning wheel, selfie stick/tripod. Fun memories were shared, like a cat bringing a live mouse into a women’s Christmas dinner, where a friend calmed the ladies by saying, “This was a drop in dinner”. This episode is full of great gift ideas, wonderful memories, and a lot of laughter, and even a discussion on transitive and intransitive verbs. This episode was a wonderful way to end Writers Chat for 2019.

Watch the December 17th replay.

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Writers Chat Recap for December, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Blog Tour Do’s and Don’ts with Carrie Schmidt

Do you have a book ready to launch? Maybe a blog tour is what you’re looking for. Check out this week’s Writers Chat as Carrie Schmidt, co-owner of Just Read Tours, as she shares tips on how to set up blog tours, socials media takeovers, review tours, and more. She also shares the importance of having a media page.

Watch the December 3rd replay.

Organizing Your Book Topic and Files with Shelley Hitz

Shelley is the founder of Christian Book Academy and mentor to inspirational writers, joins Writers Chat to share how to organize your book files, topics, ideas, and much more. She also shares how to find an organization system that works well with you as well as being more interactive with your book and its marketing. If you want to be more organized in your writing for 2020, this episode is for you.

Watch the December 10th replay.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for November, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writers Chat Recap for November Part 2

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Conducting Interviews with Del Duduit

In this episode, Del shares strategies for scheduling, preparing, and conducting interviews. As an author and former sports writer, Del has held interviews with celebrity and collegiate athletes. Success interviews happen more when you know what to ask and then sit and listen. If you have interviews lined up in the future, or are interested in conducting an interview, this is the episode for you.

Watch the November 12th replay.

For resources check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Painting with Words: Metaphors with Jean Wise

In this episode, Jean Wise shares how we can enrich our writing through the use of metaphors. Jean offers vivid examples of metaphor from the writing masters, along with tips on how to correctly incorporate metaphor in your own writing. If you are looking for ways to enhance your writing, this is show is for you.

Watch the November 19th replay.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for November Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

The Writer’s Toolbox with Rhonda Dragomir

Buckle your seat belts for a high speed episode of Writers Chat. Rhonda Dragomir puts the pedal to the medal in order to get through her long list of tools writers should have in their toolbox. Just as racecar drivers need pit crews with the right tools, writers need the right tools, too. Not only does Rhonda share resources with us, but she takes us to several websites and shows us how to use that site. Rhonda has won numerous awards for her writing including Serious Writers Writer of Year. Don’t let this episode pass you by.

Watch the October 29th replay.

For resources check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Content Creation: Become a Publishing Group with Bethany Jett

In this episode, Bethany shares how three big companies reach people by having a people focused, instead of company focused, marketing strategy. The companies are Red Bull, with a small target niche; L’Oreal, has a higher end target with great community outreach; and Wendy’s, with a fun snarky campaign. While sharing the great marketing strategies of these companies Bethany also discusses content six. If you need a little help with content, marketing, or both, this is the episode for you.

Watch the November 5th replay.

For more information check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for October, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writers Chat Book Review

In this episode, Johnnie Alexander, Melissa Stroh, and Norma Poore join together to review Cheryl St. John’s book, Writing with Emotion, Tension, & Conflict: Techniques for Crafting an Expressive and Compelling Novel. This book is jammed full of tips, techniques, and exercises to add emotion and depth to your novel. Some of the exercises call for watching movies as research. Who knew? So, if you’re in need of some fresh research ideas on emotion, tension, and conflict for your fiction, then this is the episode for you.

Watch the October 15th replay.

For resources and more information check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Self-Publishing with Stephanie L. Jones

In this episode, Stephanie gives us her insights in to the world of self-publishing. She is the author of the award-winning, best-selling book, The Giving Challenge. Stephanie shares with us practical tips, from her insider view, as well as what to expect when embarking on the road to self-publication.

Watch the October 22nd replay.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers chat Recap for October, PArt 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Marketing Strategy Sessions Part 2 with Bethany Jett and Michelle Medlock Adams

These PlatLit partners were to partner up again to give us another round of mini strategy sessions. Life happens and schedules have last minute changes, as was the case here. Our dynamic duo was cut down to a dynamic uno. Do not be discouraged, Bethany brought her A game (as she always does). She brought power packed ideas for proposal or ideas of three guests—Annette Whipple with her children’s nonfiction work, Marlene Houk with her woman’s Bible study, and Stephanie L. Robertson with her dystopian YA fiction. If you need marketing ideas, come watch Part 2 of Marketing Strategy Sessions and get your creative marketing juices going.

Watch the October 1st replay.

For resources and more information check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

NaNoWriMo Preptober with Johnnie Alexander

“What in the heck is NaNowhatever you call it,” you may be asking. Well, the full name is Nation Novel Writing Month (often shortened to NaNo) and the goal is to write 50k unedited words in the month of November. (Rebels who write nonfiction can join in the fun and frenzy as well.) This is a tall order; not for the faint at heart. However, there are ways to make the process easier with preparation…the reason October is called, “preptober” by NaNo enthusiasts. In this episode, Johnnie Alexander will share tips and strategies on preparing to write a novel in one month. She is no stranger to NaNo, Johnnie has participated a few times before and two of her stories birthed in NaNo went on to be traditionally published. Come check out the episode with a strange name. Who knows maybe your next (or first) published book is waiting to be birthed in Nation Novel Writing Month!

Watch the October 8th replay.

For tips and resources on NaNoWriMo, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for September Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

The Art of Listening For Writers with Cherrilynn Bisbano

We all know what it is like to talk to someone and based on their body language we know they aren’t listening at all. In this week’s episode Cherrilynn shares with how we can improve our skills as reflective listeners. She discusses what our eye contact, micro expressions, and body language says to the person speaking. 

Watch the September 10th replay

For more tips and resources, see this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Bio

Cherrilynn Bisbano is the owner of The Write Proposal, the managing editor for Almost an Author, and is an experienced speaker and teacher. She has written articles for several magazines and was a contributor to many books like Chicken Soup for the Soul. She loves Christ, chocolate, and cats.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Updates with Tracy Crump

Tracy has contributed 22 stories and is a voice of experience when it comes to writing for Chicken Soup for the Soul. If you have ever thought of submitting a story to them, this is the episode for you. Tracy shares her Top Five Tips for entering a story to this popular publication, for example, you need a powerful conclusion with a lesson learned, a positive change, or a payoff. Maybe Chicken Soup for the Soul is the right place for your stories.        

Watch the September 17th replay.   

For more information and Tracy’s Top 5 Tips, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Bio

Tracy Crump has written 22 stories for Chicken Soup for the Soul, and articles and devotions for a few other magazines like Focus on the Family, ParentLife, and Mature Living. Her course in Serious Writer Academy on writing for Chicken Soup is quite popular. Her most important job is being Grandma to the world’s most adorable grandchildren. You can contact Tracy at www.TracyCrump.com or www.WriteLifeWorkshops.com

Marketing Strategies with Bethany Jett

Does marketing trip you up? In this episode, Bethany is joined by surprise co-host Michelle Medlock Adams to lay out smooth ideas for marketing. They give tailored advice to Dory Oda, Josephine Massaro, and Amanda Ellis Flinn in this jam packed strategy session. Even though this strategy session was geared to these three women, there are numerous takeaways that are sure to get your marketing juices flowing.

Watch the September 24th replay

For more tips and resources, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

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Writers Chat Recap for September, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Writing Contests with Victoria Duerstock

As the contest coordinator for Serious Writers, Inc., Victoria shares with us insights and a few insider tips on entering writing contests. She explains the benefits of entering contests, submission dos and don’ts and so much more. If you have thought about entering contests, but not sure if they are right for you, check out this week’s episode.

Watch the August 27th replay.

For resources and more information check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Pick the Brains of Authors

In this open mic episode, we gave the Writers Chat community an opportunity to ask our authors questions. Some of the questions asked were:

                 *What are your goals for your drafts?

                 *When looking for an agent what should you put in your proposal?

                 *Should I self-publish or traditional publish?

                 *How do I approach potential influencers?

If these are questions you’ve had rolling around in your head, click the link below to find informative and encouraging answers.

Watch the September 3rd replay.

For more information check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

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Writers Chat Recap for August, Part 2

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Set-ups and Payoffs with Zena Dell Lowe

Zena joins Writers Chat again to discuss how to write effective set-ups and payoffs. She was with us back in June and shared tips on Hollywood storytelling. She was such a delight and wealth of information we invited her back to share more of her amazing storytelling talents, tips, and ideas with us. If you need encouragement and a few good ideas, this episode is for you.

Watch the August 13th replay.

For more tips and resources, see this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Bio

Zena Dell Lowe worked professionally in the entertainment industry for over fifteen years as a writer, producer, director, actress, and story consultant. As an award winning writer, her passion is to help other writers achieve both personal and professional success. Zena also has her own business, Mission Ranch Films, offering a variety of services to writers. To learn more about Zena visit missionranchfilms.com.

How to Use Your Planners with Bethany Jett

In this episode Bethany shares with us a multifaceted approach to getting organized with planners. She explained the flexibility of using the Happy Planner and shares ideas and tools to help you make a planner that will fit your busy life. If you use a digital planner, paper planner, or are looking to get more organized by using planner, this episode is for you.

Watch the August 20th replay.   

For more information and great resources, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

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Writers Chat Recap for August, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Researching and Writing Children’s Nonfiction with Wendy Hinote Lanier

Wendy is an author, CLASS certified speaker, and a former elementary science teacher. She draws from her experience with children and a wealth of knowledge as she shares with us tips on how to research and write nonfiction for children. If you write children’s nonfiction, or would like to, this is the episode for you.

Watch the July 30th replay.

For more information and great resources, check out this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Bio

Wendy Hinote Lanier is an author, speaker, CLASS certified speaker, former elementary science teacher. She has written fiction and nonfiction books for children. Wendy has also written for both online and print magazines such as Clubhouse Magazine and Highlights for Children.

The Writer as Speaker with Stephanie Jones

Stephanie is an inspirational speaker and author of The Giving Challenge. She shares advice for writers who want speaking opportunities to promote their books. If you want to build platform for your book through speaking, check out this week’s episode of Writers Chat.

Watch the August 6th replay.

For more tips and great resources, see this week’s Show Notes and Live Discussion.

Bio

Stephanie L. Jones is an inspirational speaker, philanthropist, life coach, and award winning author of The Giving Challenge. She’s been a private investigator, a police officer, a professional organizer, and a senior manager for a Fortune 100 company. Stephanie is living out big dreams and when not working, she enjoys fishing and kayaking with her husband.

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Participants mute their audio and video during the filming then we open up the room for anyone who wishes to participate with our guests. The “After Party” is fifteen-minutes of off-the-record sharing and conversation.

Additionally, you can grow your network and add to the conversation by joining our Writers Chat Facebook Group.