Sinopsis
Shelley Hitz is on a mission to help you reach more people with your message because she believes every person has God-given gifts and abilities to impact the world. Each episode of Author Audience will be packed with ACTIONABLE training, spiritual inspiration, and encouragement for you to write, publish, and market your books. However, this podcast is not just about how to write and self-publish a book. It is so much more. Episodes also include topics on book marketing, social media marketing, how to sell more books, product creation, coaching, speaking, etc. Shelley’s passion is to help you connect with your audience in the best way possible. If you are a Christian author, Christian entrepreneur, or someone who simply wants to reach more people with your message, you're in the right place! The question is, are you ready to let your light SHINE?
Episodios
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#219: Calm, Cool & Collected in spite of my immediate circumstances (Overcomer Series)
21/11/2019 Duración: 29minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Calm, Cool & Collected in spite of my immediate circumstances Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-17 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#218: Finding your Aaron & Hur Prayer Partners (Overcomer Series)
14/11/2019 Duración: 35minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Finding your Aaron & Hur Prayer Partners Scripture: “Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my hand.” So Joshua did what Moses had commanded and fought the army of Amalek. Meanwhile, Moses, Aaron, and Hur climbed to the top of a nearby hill. As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. As a result, Joshua
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#217: Be Strong and Courageous (Overcomer Series)
07/11/2019 Duración: 23minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Be Strong and Courageous Scripture: “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord, your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#216: Being Real, Authentic and Vulnerable (Overcomer Series)
31/10/2019 Duración: 24minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Being Real, Authentic and Vulnerable Scripture: John 20:24-29 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#215: Being Led by the Spirit (Overcomer Series)
24/10/2019 Duración: 22minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Being Led by the Spirit Scripture: Psalm 142: 2-3a “Overwhelmed, you alone know the way I should turn.” We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#214: The Battle Belongs to the Lord (Overcomer Series)
17/10/2019 Duración: 26minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: The Battle Belongs to the Lord Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#213: Dream with God About Your Writing: A 7-Step Guided Journaling Experience
30/08/2019 Duración: 39minHave you ever dreamed with God about your writing? If not, join me in this episode with a journal and pen and dream with God! Download the handout (PDF) by sending me an email at support@trainingauthors.com. If you prefer, you can watch on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/christianbookacademy/videos/417363925798588/ 1.) Open with gratitude (Psalm 50:14a, 23a) 2.) Prepare spiritually (Ephesians 6:10-18) 3.) Dream with God for your writing (Psalm 62:8) 4.) Ask God (James 1:5) 5.) Vision (Proverbs 29:18a, KJV) 6.) Next Steps (Proverbs 3:5-6) 7.) Praise God (Psalm 150:1-2) If you’re ready to write your book, join us inside Christian Book Academy. Enrollment closes 9/4/19 at 8pm eastern. Get started here: http://christianbookacademy.com/
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#212: 3 Ways to Continue the Momentum in Your Writing
26/08/2019 Duración: 01h10minAt the end of this podcast, we have a surprise BONUS for you. Yay!!! Get encouragement and practical tips to help you write the words God has placed on your heart. ❤️ Watch the video on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/christianbookacademy/videos/1034452090249618/ Join us for our First Draft Challenge inside Christian Book Academy here: http://christianbookacademy.com/ Doors close on 9/4/19 at 8pm eastern for the Fall semester.
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#211: 7 Tips to Overcome the Overwhelm as a Christian Writer (Breakthrough Series)
21/08/2019 Duración: 46minHave you felt overwhelmed with what it takes to write and publish a book? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of overwhelm. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Psalm 142: 2-3a, Psalms 142:2-3 TPT, Jonah 2:7 NLT, Luke 10:38-42 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 NLT If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to joi
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#210: Prayer Kick-Off for Writing Week
19/08/2019 Duración: 30minIf you haven’t joined us yet for our FREE 7-day writing challenge, you can still sign up here: www.writingweek.com **Encouragement From CJ** Scripture: “After all, who is Apollos? Who is Paul? We are only God’s servants through whom you believed the Good News. Each of us did the work the Lord gave us. I planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it was God who made it grow. It’s not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What’s important is that God makes the seed grow. The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose. And both will be rewarded for their own hard work. For we are both God’s workers. And you are God’s field. You are God’s building.” 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 Each of us has a role to play as God builds the Kingdom. As we write words (books, blog posts, social media, etc) we are scattering seed out into the world without knowing exactly what will become of it. But we can trust God to make it grow in His good timing. There are other t
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#209: Healing from Shame and How it Impacts Your Writing (Breakthrough Series)
14/08/2019 Duración: 45minDon't forget! Our free 7-day writing challenge starts this Monday, 8/19/19. Sign up here: www.writingweek.com Have you felt that if your book doesn’t become a bestseller, you are a failure? Do you feel like you’re not enough in your writing? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of shame. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: Psalm 34:5 NLT “Those who look to Him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.” If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Acad
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#208: Letting Go of Writing Regrets (Breakthrough Series)
09/08/2019 Duración: 37minHave you felt like you missed your chance with your writing? Or do you feel behind? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of regret. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 3:13, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 32:1-5, 2 Corinthians 7:10 NIV, Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise small beginnings Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: -Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by
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#207: 10 Ideas to Escape Writers’ Block (Breakthrough Series)
07/08/2019 Duración: 45minAre you dealing with writers’ block? Have you recently said, “I’m stuck and nothing flows?” In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of writers’ block. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: Zechariah 8:9, Psalm 45:1 NIV, John 7:37-38 NLT, Daniel 10:12-14 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: Psalm 45:1 NIV - “My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.” Resources: 3 reasons every Christian writer needs a prayer team http://www.trainingauthors.com/christian-authors-prayer-team/ Download our Pomodoro Worksheet here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practic
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#206: Regain Control of Your Time (Breakthrough Series)
02/08/2019 Duración: 36minIf you’ve ever felt like there is no time to write, this training is for you. In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of a lack of boundaries. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” - Matthew 6:33 If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#205: Break Free from the Perfectionism Trap (Breakthrough Series)
31/07/2019 Duración: 28minHave you ever felt like your first draft needed to be perfect? Or have you ever suffered from paralysis of analysis? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of perfectionism. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: “Farmers who wait for perfect weather never plant. If they watch every cloud, they never harvest.” - Ecclesiastes 11:4 If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#204: Putting an End to Procrastination (Breakthrough Series)
26/07/2019 Duración: 37minHave you ever procrastinated in your writing? Maybe you thought, “I need to learn more. I’m not ready yet.” In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of procrastination. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Proverbs 27:1, Psalms 119:60 Resources: Pomodoro Worksheet: www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#203: Breakthrough Insecurity as a Writer (Breakthrough Series)
24/07/2019 Duración: 28minHave you ever said Is my writing good enough? Do I have what it takes? Do I have the skills I need to be a writer? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of fear. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture mentioned: 1 John 4:18, John 13:23 (NKJV), Exodus 31:1-3 NLT, Galatians 5:16 (NIV) “2 Corinthians 12:10 NLT Resources: The importance as a Christian author of knowing our identity https://www.facebook.com/christianbookacademy/videos/2081771508746620/ Filled and Skilled as a writer http://www.trainingauthors.com/filled-and-skilled-as-a-writer/ 5 questions to ask when you’re NOT feeling qualified or an expert and wondering if what you have to share is important: http://www.trainingauthors.com/not-feeling-qualified/ If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make s
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#202 Freedom from People Pleasing (Breakthrough Series)
19/07/2019 Duración: 48minDo you have fear of what others will think regarding your writing? Are you afraid of criticism and being judged? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of people-pleasing. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Galatians 2:11-16, Philippians 2:5-7 NKJV, Matthew 25, 1 Samuel 17:38-40 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: “Obviously, I’m not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ’s servant.” Galatians 1:10 NLT Resources: Mark DeJesus, “Exposing the Rejection Mindset” https://markdejesus.com/ Broken Crayons Still Color book by Shelley Hitz http://www.shelleyhitz.com/broken-crayons-book One reason Christian authors resist marketing http://www.traini
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#201: Conquer the Fear of Sharing Your Story (Breakthrough Series)
17/07/2019 Duración: 41minHave you ever felt fear about publishing your words in a book? Whether you write nonfiction or fiction it can feel like a daunting task. And many times fear stands in our way like a bully trying to get us to quit. In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and Shelley are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of fear. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: 2 Timothy 1:7-8, Tomans 8:11, Nehemiah 4:1-15, Revelation 12:11 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: 2 Timothy 1:7-8 - “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. So never be ashamed to tell others about our Lord. And don’t be ashamed of me, either, even though I’m in prison for him. With the strength God gives you, be ready to suffer with me for the sake of
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#200: Comparison: 7 Ways to Overcome the Comparison Trap in Your Writing (Breakthrough Series)
12/07/2019 Duración: 42minHave you ever struggled with comparison in your writing? Have you ever asked the question How is my writing any different than what’s already been written? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, we are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of comparison. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Galatians 6:4-5, Hebrews 12:2a TPT Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: Galatians 6:4-5 - “Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else. For we are each responsible for our own conduct.” If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.traini