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EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 15 MIN

135 | Hesitant to Build Your Author Brand? 3 Mindset Shifts for Christian Writers

from Ink and Impact for Christian Writers | How to Write a Book, Self-Publish, Christian Book, Book Marketing, Nonfiction Book · host Dalene Bickel - Book Coach, Ghostwriter, Founder of Lasting Legacies Publishing

Have you ever said something like:"I don't want to market myself.""I want to give God the glory, not myself.""I'm writing a book to help others, not puff myself up."Those are all valid concerns. As Christians, we absolutely should give God all the glory and focus on serving others rather than ourselves.But I don't think that means Christian writers aren't supposed to build an author brand.Quite the contrary.I believe it's important to let potential readers get to know you, the author. So in today's episode, I'm especially speaking to those of you who are hesitant to build your author brand. Listen in to discover 3 mindset shifts that will help you become a more confident Christian writer AND marketer.RESOURCESSnag a free copy of Your Path to PublishingEp. 127 - Is Fear of Success Holding You Back? Ep. 125 - Cultivating Your Message: Maximizing Impact without Compromising ValuesEp. 40 - Overcoming Fear as a Writer with Jenn Hand CONNECT WITH DALENEContact - > [email protected] ->www.inkandimpact.comConnect -> Join the free Facebook group Publish Like a ProFB/IG/LI ->@dalenebickel NEXT STEPSStep 1: Join a supportive community of nonfiction Christian writers at the free Facebook group Publish Like a Pro.Step 2: Get more personalized support through 1:1 book coaching at www.dalenebickel.com/bookworthy-coaching  Send us Fan MailJoin my new free Publish with Purpose Substack community for industry updates, live Q&A sessions, and to connect with fellow Christian writers!

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Have you ever said something like: "I don't want to market myself.""I want to give God the glory, not myself.""I'm writing a book to help others, not puff myself up."Those are all valid concerns. As Christians, we absolutely should give God all the glory and focus on serving others rather than ourselves. But I don't think that means Christian writers aren't supposed to build an author brand. Quite the contrary. I believe it's important to let potential readers get to know you, the author.&nbs...

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