Writers Chat Recap for February, Part 1

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, 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 Business of Writing with Tom Blubaugh

In this episode of Writers Chat, Tom Blubaugh addresses the basics of writing as a business. He shares the importance of having the right mindset in treating writing like a business rather than a hobby and how you can use that mindset to transform the way you sell books. Tom also addresses the nuts and bolts of starting your business as a writer and the purpose of using an LLC. Most of us don’t like this part of writing, but it is important to protect your business by setting it up correctly. Tom give great advice, and that’s all it is, just advice. He is not a CPA nor is he legal counsel, so please check the laws in your state before starting your small writing business. For more, check out this week’s replay.

Watch the February 2^nd replay.

Bio

Tom Blumbaugh, author, speaker, readership building, and entrepreneur. At the age of fourteen, he began by writing poetry. In 1974, Tom self-published his first nonfiction book, Behind the Scenes of the Bus Ministry. Since then, he’s published articles for denominational and business magazines. Then in 2011, at the age of 69, his first novel was published by Bound by Faith Publishers. Tom is the CEO at Chirstian Authors Community & Services. You can follow Tom on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and at www.tomblubaugh.net.

What are You Writing?

Here at Writers Chat, we are delighted to have many new writers who’ve joined us over the past several months. So, with that in mind, today’s open mic episode is a getting to know you kind of episode. Our gracious hosts, as well as some of the writers in the gallery, shared a little about what they’re writing, how they made the decision on a genre, and any tips for fellow writers. It is always encouraging to hear another writer’s journey and how they decided to write. Perhaps you need encouraging or a bit relaxing. Well, this episode will do both. Put aside all the crazy that’s going on in our world and check out this week’s episode.

Watch the February 9^th replay.

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Writers Chat is hosted live each Tuesday for an hour starting at 10 AM CT / 11 AM ET on Zoom. Here’s the permanent Zoom room link. 

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