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The Purposeful Pen - Clarity for Christian Writers

Build a Writing Life with Eternal Impact

Are you a Christian writer who is trying to figure out your next steps in communicating the message God has given you? Or maybe you love to write, but you aren"t sure what exactly is the message you have to offer others or who needs to hear what you have to say. In this podcast for Christian writers, you"ll hear a mix of practical help and Biblical truth to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. amylynnsimon.substack.com

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Episode 75: I Want to Write a Book - Now What?

The Purposeful Pen - Clarity for Christian Writers ·

2024/10/08

Do you want to write a book but don’t know where to start? Opening a blank document and typing “Chapter 1” is NOT the first step of the process! In this episode, we’ll walk through the steps to get from “I want to be a writer” to pursuing publication. If you want to get started as a Christian writer but have no idea where to begin, this will tell you how!Download the free resource, “The Journey to Publication” here. This download maps out the steps discussed in the episode and includes additional

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Episode 74: A Writer's Rule of Life

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2024/10/01

What is the trellis that your writing life grows on? What habits or practices help you eliminate distractions and provide an environment where your writing can flourish?This week, I talk about a concept called a “Rule of Life” - a custom-designed set of habits or practices that help us grow in our faith. We’ll talk about it not only for our growth as disciples of Jesus, but also how the same idea can be applied to our writing lives.Books and resources mentioned:Coaching info:

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Episode 73: Overcoming Writing Resistance

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2024/09/24

Do you want to write, but you struggle to actually do it? It can be hard to find time, but then when we do find time, we sometimes succumb to distraction. Is it a time management issue? Or is it fueled by something else?In this episode, we look at what might be getting in the way of our writing, as well as some tools to overcome those obstacles and move forward.If you would like to learn more about using journaling and spiritual disciplines to get to the root of lies in your life, you can check out

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Episode 72: The Power of Unplugging as a Writer with...

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2024/09/17

What does your relationship with your phone look like? It keeps us connected to those we love and can allow us to serve our readers with our writing. But for many of us, (myself included!) it is a source of distraction and stress. It reduces our ability to concentrate and focus—needed skills for a writer!This week, I interviewed Hannah Brencher, author of the book “The Unplugged Hours”. We talked about ways to use our phones without being constantly distracted by them. Hannah offers practical tools

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Episode 71: Publishing Options and the Importance of...

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2024/09/10

Have you ever wanted to sit down with an author several steps ahead of you down the writing journey and ask her all the questions? I think that’s what you’ll find in this week’s episode. We talk about…* self-publishing vs traditional publishing* self-published books getting picked up by traditional publishers* the importance of writing conferences and making connections with agents and publishers* the importance of having author friends * social media for writers* processing our difficult life

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Episode 70: Social Media - What I've Learned and...

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2024/09/03

What is your relationship with social media? Mine has swung on the pendulum from loving it and working hard to grow it to ignoring it as a waste of time. After interviewing so many authors, agents, and publishers this summer, I’m finding myself landing somewhere in the middle.In this episode, I talk about the realities of social media as it relates to authors, as well as some ways to use it in a healthy way without it controlling you.I would love to hear from you if you have found ways to put

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Episode 69: I Have an Email List - What Do I Do With It?

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2024/08/27

In episode 68, I talked about 11 ways to start and grow an email list and why writers need one. This week, I talk about different types of content you can include when you write to those on your list.Do you have emails from others that you enjoy reading? What do you like about them? Why don’t you read the ones that you just skip over or delete? Let us know in the comments! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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Episode 68: 11 Ways to Grow Your Email List

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2024/08/20

If you’ve been listening over the summer, you’ve heard several of my guests talk about the importance of email lists. OK, but how do we build and grow that email list? In this episode, I’ve taken their suggestions, ideas I’ve learned elsewhere, and methods I’ve used myself, and put them all in one episode. Whether you’re starting from scratch or building a list you already have, you will find ideas here that you can put into practice today.As referenced in the episode, here are the links to some

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Episode 67: Finding Writing Clarity with Carla H. Hayden

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2024/08/13

Working as writers, we're usually our own boss, which can be great or not so great. We get to make all the decisions! But we have to make all the decisions... It can be really overwhelming. In this episode, I talk with Carla H. Hayden, a.k.a. “Clarity Carla”, about finding clarity in our decision-making and leading ourselves well. You’ll come away with some practical tools and questions to ask yourself when deciding what’s next with your writing, whether you see it as a hobby, a business, or

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Episode 66: Branding and Business Planning for...

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2024/08/06

Do you enjoy the business planning side of writing? How about the idea of branding - creating a cohesive look and feel to the visual aspect of your writing? Many writers either cringe at the thought or ignore those aspects of writing altogether.In this conversation with Karla Colahan, we discuss how business planning and branding are creative endeavors that provide a valuable piece to writing life. Karla Colahan is the creative director and brand designer at The Inspired Foundry, a creative studio

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Episode 65: Writing Through Chronic Illness with...

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2024/07/30

Are you a writer who struggles with chronic illness and wonders how to find the time and energy to write?Or perhaps you wear many hats and aren’t sure how to juggle them all while still writing. In this interview with author and speaker, Glenna Marshall, you’ll hear practical tips on managing your time and energy, whether you write through chronic illness or simply a busy schedule. We also talk about:* ways to grow your email list* what publishers are looking for other than your platformGlenna

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Episode 64: Growing Slow as a Writer with Jennifer...

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2024/07/23

We live in such a busy, distracted, instant gratification culture - we want everything to happen that we think should happen, and we expect it to happen now. And yet, that’s neither realistic nor healthy. What if growing slowly as writers turned out to be a much more healthy and sustainable way of operating? Listen in as I talk with best-selling author and acquisitions editor, Jennifer Dukes Lee, about her own journey from the fast-paced world of city journalism to a slower pace of life writing

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Episode 63: Improving the Craft of Writing with...

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2024/07/16

We talk a lot here about building a writing platform, finding time to write, and organizing our ideas, but how do we actually improve in the craft of writing? This week I talk with Benjamin Vrbicek, managing editor with Gospel-Centered Discipleship, about some ways to go about doing that. He also explains some of the things that GCD is looking for in the articles they publish. If you would like to check out the “Writers’ Coaching Corner” videos we talked about in the episode, you can find them

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Episode 62: Finding Contentment as a Writer with...

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2024/07/09

What does contentment look like as a writer? There’s nothing wrong with having goals and desires for our writing, but sometimes we have to hold them loosely and allow God to direct our steps. Listen in this week as I talk with Rachel Allord about how she finds contentment while working as an American missionary in London.Originally from Wisconsin, Rachel Allord lives in London UK where she and her husband serve as city missionaries. She’s the mother of two young adult children and the author of four

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Episode 61: Writing Without Fear

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2024/07/02

What role does fear play in your writing? Perhaps you struggle with some of the following:* fear of failure* fear of success* fear of vulnerability* fear that we’re wasting our time and resourcesThis week, you’ll learn what the partial truth is in each fear, the hidden lie, and the ultimate Biblical truth that counters them all.The Purposeful Pen is a weekly podcast for Christian writers designed to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. Each week you’ll hear practical tips and Biblical

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Episode 60: Overcoming Perfectionism Part 2 with...

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2024/06/25

We talked about perfectionism back in episode 58, but this week, we’re continuing the conversation. In this episode, I talk with Cheryl Balcom about her own struggle with perfectionism, both as a writer as well as in the rest of life. She offers insight and several practical suggestions for overcoming perfectionism and serving our readers in love.Cheryl Balcom is the author of Winds of Grace: Losing my Father, Surrendering Control, and Growing in Faith (available on Amazon.com), a memoir inspired by

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Episode 59: Writing and Publishing Articles for...

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2024/06/18

Are you looking for ways to get your words out into the world but aren’t ready to write a book? Writing for online publications, both paid and unpaid, can be an opportunity to improve your writing skills and share your message with a broader audience.Listen in as Kimberly Coyle shares about why writers can benefit from publishing articles online and how to get started.Kimberly Coyle is a freelance writer with an MFA in creative non-fiction. She writes regularly on Substack and has written for

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Episode 58: Overcoming Perfectionism as a Writer

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2024/06/11

Do you struggle with perfectionism? Listen in for a fresh, Biblical perspective and some tips for moving past perfectionism to loving God and your reader through publishing your words.Looking for an online Christian writing community? Check out the Writers’ Bloc.Try it for one week free by using this link.The Purposeful Pen is a weekly podcast for Christian writers designed to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. Each week you’ll hear practical tips and Biblical truth on topics such as

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Episode 57: Our Role vs. God's Role in Our Writing

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2024/06/04

We want to write in a way that pleases God, but how do we do that? Do we wait for Him to tell us specifically what to write and where to put that writing? Or do we do the next thing and hope that God is in it?Listen in for a Biblical perspective on the mysterious cooperation between us and the Holy Spirit as it relates to writing.The Purposeful Pen is a weekly podcast for Christian writers designed to help you build a writing life with eternal impact. Each week you’ll hear practical tips and

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Announcement! Taking a pause for May

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2024/05/14

It’s time for a spring pause! In order to bring you more quality content, I won’t be posting any new episodes for the rest of May. In the meantime, you can get caught up listening to older episodes, leave a review, and share the podcast with a friend.I’ll see you back here on June 4 with new content and a fresh look! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amylynnsimon.substack.com

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