Ink and Impact Podcast
Hosted by Dalene Bickel
The mission of the Ink and Impact podcast is to educate, encourage, and embolden God’s writers.
Friend, our weary and wandering world is in need of writers of all ages, races, and nationalities to create quality nonfiction and fiction books that offer Biblical light, hope, and truth.
Even more than that, God is calling His writers to step out in faith and share their God-inspired stories.
If you’re a writer who
* desires to create books that counteract the worldly titles featured prominently on bookstore shelves today,
* takes their craft seriously, and
* understands that God should be glorified in all they do,
then this podcast is for you.
Ink and Impact addresses not only tips and best practices to help you improve your craft and magnify your message, but also guide you through the ENTIRE writing journey.
From overcoming fears and building your faith, to discovering fellow writers and keeping a pulse on the overall publishing industry – the goal is to help you keep God at the center of it all.
Weekly rotating content includes:
* Occasional interviews with Christian authors and industry professionals who will share their insights and experiences to help you navigate your own writing path,
* Book recommendations,
* Listener feedback opportunities (polls, surveys, & call-ins),
* Announcements about author events,
* Occasional giveaways,
* And more!
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Remember: Don’t just write a book. Make an impact.
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Blog versions of each episode (with full links)
Island Time vs. Deadline – Summer Writing Tips
5 Summer Writing Tips It’s hot in the summer, so it’s nice to slow down a bit and drink something refreshing; something that quenches the thirst. So I got to thinking, why not do a summer refresher for authors? That’s what this episode is going to be about - striking...
Beyond the Love Story: Romance Writing Tips for Christian Authors with Sara Turnquist
Beyond the Love Story: Romance Writing Tips for Christian Authors with Sara Turnquist Romance is today's most popular genre of fiction. One of the latest statistics is from 2017, which said that: romance books comprise 23 percent of the U. S. general fiction market...
How to Stop Procrastinating as a Writer
If you frequently find yourself procrastinating as a writer, the six practical tips (and one a-ha mindset shift) in this article will help you become a much more prolific writer. I think it’s safe to say that everyone has procrastinated at some point in their lives....
How to Write Your Life Story in 4 Steps
Do you want to write your life story, but you're not sure how? Or maybe you've talked yourself out of it because … You don’t feel qualified as a writer. You're overwhelming by the process. You're worried about grammar rules and spelling mistakes. You're more...
A SIMPLER Way to Write Your Book (& market it, too)
Do you wish there was a simpler way to write your book? 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,...
3 Types of Writers – Which Type Are You?
You’ve decided to write a book. Yay! Now ... which of the 3 types of writers are you? 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? 😃...
5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers
Networking tips for writers? Yes, please! 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...
The Risk of Compromise as a Christian Writer (Ep.75)
You will be tempted to compromise as a Christian writer along your author journey, and how you respond has a bigger impact than you might think. Back in 2020, I received a very specific calling: “Call My writers.” The verse 2 Corinthians 6:17 (NIV) also stood out to...
Can You Get Your Self-Published Book into an Indie Christian Bookstore? (Ep.74)
You may recall that back in episode 68, I asked, Is There Still a Market for Christian Books? Well, thanks to a recent 41-page 2024 State of Christian Retail report by The Parable Group, I can conclusively say YES there is still a market for Christian books,...
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