S2 Ep358: Monday, May 13, 2024, Authors and Writers | Formatting Your Book | Interview with Brenda Haire

About Brenda Haire...Have you been called to write a book? Feeling the nudge but not sure where to start?Too many Christian women have a story to share but either give up too soon or never start. With all the variables in the industry, it's easy to become overwhelmed and unsure of which path to take.I've been in your shoes. God called me to write in 2003, and it took me fifteen years to figure out my path forward. After publishing my first book in 2018 and learning everything I could about the publishing industry, I became the President of the company that helped me publish. After that company shifted its focus in 2021, I left to continue to help authors like myself.My focus is to help Christian women publish His glorious deeds among the nations and tell about the amazing things He does. (Psalm 96:3) In February 2024, I launched my Writer's Retreat Box—A monthly subscription that delivers a writing retreat to women across the country. Annually, I host a Beach Writing Retreat in Port Aransas, Texas.Connect with Brenda: [email protected] Connect with Kathy: www.kathybinner.com Connect with Sandy: www.intothespringsworkshop.comConnect with Sally: www.mermaidtravels.tours~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~What Ohio Writers' Guild is About...Welcome to the Expansive World of Writing and its Many Options for Monetization! 🌐 As we embark on this exploration, let's consider how writers can turn their passion into purpose, purpose into profit, and profit into passive income. 💰💡From the classic realm of Freelance Writing and Writing for Hire, where many authors start their journey, to the ever-popular domain of Book Sales and Royalties, our exploration covers the essentials. 🚀 In these meetups, we'll delve into the pivotal role of Blogging in the writer's revenue stream. Additionally, we'll uncover the potential within Subscription-Based Writing Services and the creative realm of Merchandising and Licensing Your Writing. Join us as we unravel the diverse avenues to transform your love for writing Magazine Articles, Manuscripts, and Books into a sustainable and rewarding career! 📚Embark on an exciting literary journey with our engaging monthly virtual meetup on Zoom 🌐✨, tailored for writers at all levels! 📝 Whether you're a budding wordsmith or a seasoned author, our sessions cover an abundance of essential elements: Selecting Your Publishing Path: Navigate the diverse routes available for publishing your work 📚. Crafting Your Manuscript: Refine your draft with expert editing and gather feedback from editors, critique circles, and beta readers 🖊️🤓. Optimizing Your Blogging Experience: Learn the art of choosing a catchy blog name, establishing your online presence, and customizing your blog 🌐🔍. Perfecting Your Publication: Delve into titling your manuscript and formatting it for optimal publication 📖👩‍💻. Blogging Mastery: Uncover the steps to writing compelling blog posts, publishing them effectively, and promoting your blog to a wider audience 🚀📰. Monetizing Your Writing: Gain insights into making money through your writing endeavors 💰💡. Join our vibrant community as we explore everything you need to know to write from anywhere in the world 🌍✍️. Let's cultivate your writing passion and monetize your creative efforts together! 🚀📈 #WritingCommunity #MonetizeYourWordsCalendar of Events:https://bit.ly/KathysCalendarRegister for Zoom:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vDbt-JDsQCKIuNVvb1828g(Registering allows you to attend any of our Monday webinars -- please attend as many as you wish)