Welcome to Kingdom Writers where CJ and Shelley Hitz help you take a step of faith to finally finish your book. This podcast is filled with spiritual encouragement as well as prayers to help you overcome the resistance you face as a writer. Your story matters! We believe that you have a specific role to play in the kingdom of heaven to impact lives for eternity. And because of this, we will pour out our lives encouraging writers like you to not only tell your stories but to take the courageous step of self-publishing your stories in books that will outlive you and leave behind a powerful legacy. This podcast is sponsored by our membership Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers!
In this episode, Shelley talks about how selling can be a natural extension of helping and serving others. Whether you write devotions, fiction, or children's books, you can engage with your audience…
Whether you're a budding author with a passion for storytelling or an experienced writer on a budget, this episode provides a roadmap to navigate the self-publishing landscape without draining your b…
Are you looking for effective ways on how to establish a consistent writing habit? In this episode, Shelley delves into this topic and emphasizes the importance of finding a routine that works for ea…
Henri is a ship builder who tears up his boats just before finishing. Some think he is crazy but one recognizes Henri is afraid of the water. He likes boats but is afraid of going out on the water. H…
While the holiday season book sales may almost be over, the beginning of the year offers unique opportunities for authors to capitalize on a fresh start and the post-holiday reading boom. With many p…
Navigating the path to publication can be filled with challenges as well as scams targeting aspiring authors. In today’s episode, Shelley discusses the common tactics scammers use and some advice to …
As festivities abound, maintaining a writing routine can be challenging. In this episode, Shelley provides valuable insights to help you navigate the holiday season while staying true to your writing…
With the abundance of information available for all of us right now, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stuck. Whether you're feeling lost or just seeking some fresh inspiration, it’s important to lear…
1 Corinthians 16:8-9
“In the meantime, I will be staying here at Ephesus until the Festival of Pentecost. There is a wide-open door for a great work here, although many oppose me.” (NLT)
“But I will…
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could find a balance between the different aspects of your writing journey? In today’s quick episode, Shelley shares helpful tips on how to effectively market your boo…
While some authors may have reservations about using Amazon, there are certainly major benefits to selling on the platform. Listen to this episode as Shelley talks about why authors should consider s…
A pen name is a fictional name that authors choose to use instead of their real name. In this episode, Shelley discusses the advantages and challenges that come with using a pen name when publishing …
When we think of refreshment, we might think of ice cream, popsicles, or snow cones during the summer heat. Or perhaps some iced tea or lemonade on a sweltering day.
I would like us to think of our w…
Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could spend more time doing what you love–writing–and less time worrying about promoting your work?
Today, Shelley talks about the power of Search Engine Optimization …
If you want to publish your book but are often held back by the daunting scope and cost of self-publishing, then multi-author book projects or anthologies might just be the solution you've been searc…
Writing a book can sometimes feel like navigating a maze with no map. Whether you're feeling stuck or just seeking some fresh inspiration, using interviews can help you bring your book to life.
But h…
1 Chronicles 28
In this chapter, we see King David commissioning his son Solomon to build the Temple. This is a project David wanted to complete but God had other plans. Instead, David’s son would un…
In this day and age of endless streams of information, we can find ourselves acquiring a lot of information without actually doing something. Today, Shelley talks about the power of taking action and…
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasti…
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring your writing dreams to life and leave a lasting l…