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Do you wish you got more engagement on your blog posts, social posts, and newsletters? Have you ever wondered how some authors manage to sell more books, receive more book reviews, and get more people to recommend their books than others?

There are many reasons, and many solutions. But one of the best ways to drive more engagement and book sales, I think, is to prompt followers and readers to take one specific action, also known in the marketing world as a call to action or CTA.

On today's episode, I'm going to explain the what, when, and how of CTAs for authors, but before I do, I want to announce a new, limited-time offer just for you, my valued podcast listener.

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I got the idea for today's episode after reading an article about how Scholastic, the popular children's book distributor, selects their titles and marketing campaigns. 

That got me to thinking about what successful authors do to sell more books, regardless of whether they're traditionally or indie published. 

It will probably come as no surprise to you that Scholastic and other successful authors do many of the same things. They may have vastly different budgets and differing levels of name recognition, but the principles they use and the habits they develop are universal and available to any and all authors.

That includes YOU.

Listen to discover the 5 Habits of Successful Authors.

Resources:

• Ink and Impact Free Facebook Group
• 1:1 Coaching Session - a single breakthrough session to gain strategy and clarity
• 1:1 Coaching Bundle - Your choice of 1, 3, or 6 months of weekly coaching

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Website: inkandimpact.com

Click here to read the Scholastic article referenced in the podcast.

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It’s hot in the summer, so it’s nice to slow down a bit and drink something refreshing that quenches the thirst. This got me to thinking: why not offer a summer refresher for authors?

That’s what this espisode is about - striking a refreshing balance between productive writing and enjoying some laid-back summer vibes.

Be sure to listen all the way to the very end because I share some really important info about the future of this podcast

Hit the play button to dive into today’s topic: Island Time vs. Deadline - Finding a Summer Writing Balance.

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Romance is today’s most popular genre of fiction, by far. And that includes the Christian market.

if you feel called to write a Christian romance novel, this episode is for you!

Be sure to listen the whole way to the end because my guest expert, Sara Turnquist, author of 23 clean historical romance novels, shares lots of practical and helpful writing tips.

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Kentucky Christian Writers Conference - Theme:  "Courageous" to be held October 17-19, 2024, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

I think it’s safe to say that everyone has procrastinated at some point in their lives.

But it seems to be a recurring theme among writers.

Why is that?

I recently had an a-ha moment about this very question that I’m going to share with you today, along with 6 practical tips to help you procrastinate less and write more.

Listen in!

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• My Utmost for His Highest Devotional by Oswald Chambers
• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

Ready to write your life story but not sure how? 

On today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I share my 4-step process that will help you get your story out of your head and onto the page, regardless of your age or perceived writing abilities.

Your story is important, and you CAN write it.

Listen in to learn how!

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• The One-Year Collection of Weekly Writing Prompts: Write Your Life Story, One Question at a Time

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats
• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or frustrated when it comes to writing and marketing your book, know that you’re not alone.

Every published author I’ve ever met has had to deal with fluctuating emotions, doubts, time constraints, decision fatigue, and information overload throughout the various stages of their writing journeys.

Yet it is estimated that 500,000 new self-published books were released last year by U.S. authors alone. Assuming that some authors wrote multiple books in one year, that means at least a quarter of a million people were able to push past all the challenges and overwhelm to successfully write and self-publish their books.

You can, too.

On today’s episode, I’m going to share a SIMPLER way to write – and market – your book.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Bookworthy Academy Waitlist
• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• Your Path to Publishing - FREE 9-page guide to help you determine if traditional, hybrid, or self-publishing is right for you.
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats
• Oswald Chambers's My Utmost for His Highest devotional * (affiliate link) *

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

At the outset, writing and self-publishing a book sounds straightforward - just write it and upload it to Amazon or whatever online retailer you choose.

Easy-peasy, right? 😃

Weellll…behind every overarching topic (writing, editing, publishing, and marketing) are MANY tasks and corresponding sub-tasks.

Compounding the problem is that when writers begin to search for answers to their questions and challenges, they’re inundated with so much information, it’s often overwhelming. 😳

In fact, the realities of authorship cause many aspiring authors to become one of three types of writers.

Ready to learn what they are? Listen in!

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats
• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

In today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I’m going to cover 5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers.

As a book coach who serves Christian indie writers throughout their self-publishing journeys, I’ve learned that one of the biggest challenges they face is promoting and marketing their brand and their books.

Yet one of the best ways to promote oneself is the very thing that many writers avoid like the plague: networking.

Listen in to discover the 5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!

Compromise as a Christian writer isn't something many people talk about ... but it's something that can easily creep into our author life if we're not careful.

What kinds of things might cause you to compromise?

Listen in to discover a few examples and discover how you can prevent - or remedy - a compromising situation.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Self-Publishing Checklist - FREE 2-page resource
• The Inkwell membership - weekly writing sessions and monthly Craft Chats

Additional Writing/Self-Publishing Resources:

• 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available

Connect with Your Host, Dalene Bickel:

• Email: info@inkandimpact.com
• Instagram: @‌dalenebickel
• Website: inkandimpact.com

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What additional topics would you like to learn about?

Ready to write and self-publish your first nonfiction book and make a kingdom impact? Join the FREE Publish Like a Pro Facebook group!