The Truth No One Tells You About Writing and Publishing with Amy Seiffert

The Uplift app is here! Try it free for 30 days. Today I’m joined by Amy Seiffert—pastor, author, seminary student, and mama who’s juggling ministry, motherhood, and manuscripts like a boss (and with a whole lot of grace). She has lived through seasons that refined her and taught her what perseverance truly looks like. And lucky us—she’s bringing all that wisdom to the table. Ever wondered what the road to becoming a published author looks like—not the Instagram-filtered version, but the gritty, God-led, faith-tested one? Amy’s pulling back the curtain and telling it like it is. We’re diving into the world of traditional publishing. What’s amazing? What’s not so glamorous? And what’s that one thing nobody mentions before your book hits the shelves?  Amy's insights are invaluable, and she’s sharing the highs, the hard truths, and the hope behind it all. You won't want to miss a word. You might even want to listen twice.   Timestamps:  (2:38) - How Self-Publishing Opened the Door to a Traditional Book Deal (8:53) - The Time Blocking Strategy That Transformed Her Weekly Workflow (14:03) - The Biggest Mistakes Writers Make (and How to Avoid Them) (20:29) - If She Had to Start Over, What Would She Do? (21:12)- The One Piece of Advice Every Aspiring Writer Needs to Hear   WATCH ALLI  ON YOUTUBE   Links to great things we discussed:    Amy’s Book Recommendation - Bird by Bird Amy’s Hair Recommendation. - Prose Amy’s Sweet Recommendation - Tru Fru   I hope you loved this episode! 🎉Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss a thing. And guess what? We're on YouTube! If you're loving the content, show us some love by leaving a review and giving us some stars—it means the world to me! Take care, and stay fabulous!    xo, Alli