Synopsis
Shelley Hitz is on a mission to help you reach more people with your message because she believes every person has God-given gifts and abilities to impact the world. Each episode of Author Audience will be packed with ACTIONABLE training, spiritual inspiration, and encouragement for you to write, publish, and market your books. However, this podcast is not just about how to write and self-publish a book. It is so much more. Episodes also include topics on book marketing, social media marketing, how to sell more books, product creation, coaching, speaking, etc. Shelley’s passion is to help you connect with your audience in the best way possible. If you are a Christian author, Christian entrepreneur, or someone who simply wants to reach more people with your message, you're in the right place! The question is, are you ready to let your light SHINE?
Episodes
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#223: Mini Habits and Habit Stacking (Overcomer Series)
19/12/2019 Duration: 31minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Mini Habits and Habit Stacking Scripture: “Then Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up. 'There’s a young boy here with five barley loaves and two fish. But what good is that with this huge crowd?'” John 6:8-9 NLT Resources: https://minihabits.com/mini-habit-ideas/ Mini Habits: Smaller Habits, Bigger Results by Stephen Guise Habit Stacking: 127 Small Changes to Improve Your Health, Wealth, and Happiness by S.J Scott We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your
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#222: Consuming vs. Creating Challenge (Overcomer Series)
13/12/2019 Duration: 33minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Consuming vs. Creating Challenge Scriptures: “If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them.” - John 13:17 NASB “So now put into practice what I have done for you, and you will experience a life of happiness enriched with untold blessings!” -John 13:17 TPT We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#221: The Compound Effect (Overcomer Series)
05/12/2019 Duration: 33minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: The Compound Effect Scriptures: “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.”- Galatians 6:9 NLT “Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” - Proverbs 16:3 NLT We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#220: Victor not Victim (Overcomer Series)
28/11/2019 Duration: 30minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Victor not Victim Scriptures: “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” - 1 Corinthians 15:57 NIV “No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.” - Romans 8:37 NLT “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear; in the end, they will look in triumph on their foes.” - Psalms 112: 7-8 NIV We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book A
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#219: Calm, Cool & Collected in spite of my immediate circumstances (Overcomer Series)
21/11/2019 Duration: 29minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Calm, Cool & Collected in spite of my immediate circumstances Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-17 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#218: Finding your Aaron & Hur Prayer Partners (Overcomer Series)
14/11/2019 Duration: 35minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Finding your Aaron & Hur Prayer Partners Scripture: “Moses commanded Joshua, “Choose some men to go out and fight the army of Amalek for us. Tomorrow, I will stand at the top of the hill, holding the staff of God in my hand.” So Joshua did what Moses had commanded and fought the army of Amalek. Meanwhile, Moses, Aaron, and Hur climbed to the top of a nearby hill. As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. As a result, Joshua
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#217: Be Strong and Courageous (Overcomer Series)
07/11/2019 Duration: 23minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Be Strong and Courageous Scripture: “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord, your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#216: Being Real, Authentic and Vulnerable (Overcomer Series)
31/10/2019 Duration: 24minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Being Real, Authentic and Vulnerable Scripture: John 20:24-29 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#215: Being Led by the Spirit (Overcomer Series)
24/10/2019 Duration: 22minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: Being Led by the Spirit Scripture: Psalm 142: 2-3a “Overwhelmed, you alone know the way I should turn.” We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#214: The Battle Belongs to the Lord (Overcomer Series)
17/10/2019 Duration: 26minThis episode is part of the Overcomer series. We originally recorded these teachings inside our Christian Book Academy Facebook group as live videos. However, we wanted to also encourage you in the writing, publishing and marketing of your books. Today's topic is: The Battle Belongs to the Lord Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 We hope this episode encourages and inspires you in your writing. We recently wrote a new PDF called "8 Surprisingly Simple Writing Tips" that we want to share with you for free. Download it now here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/writingtips/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#213: Dream with God About Your Writing: A 7-Step Guided Journaling Experience
30/08/2019 Duration: 39minHave you ever dreamed with God about your writing? If not, join me in this episode with a journal and pen and dream with God! Download the handout (PDF) by sending me an email at support@trainingauthors.com. If you prefer, you can watch on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/christianbookacademy/videos/417363925798588/ 1.) Open with gratitude (Psalm 50:14a, 23a) 2.) Prepare spiritually (Ephesians 6:10-18) 3.) Dream with God for your writing (Psalm 62:8) 4.) Ask God (James 1:5) 5.) Vision (Proverbs 29:18a, KJV) 6.) Next Steps (Proverbs 3:5-6) 7.) Praise God (Psalm 150:1-2) If you’re ready to write your book, join us inside Christian Book Academy. Enrollment closes 9/4/19 at 8pm eastern. Get started here: http://christianbookacademy.com/
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#212: 3 Ways to Continue the Momentum in Your Writing
26/08/2019 Duration: 01h10minAt the end of this podcast, we have a surprise BONUS for you. Yay!!! Get encouragement and practical tips to help you write the words God has placed on your heart. ❤️ Watch the video on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/christianbookacademy/videos/1034452090249618/ Join us for our First Draft Challenge inside Christian Book Academy here: http://christianbookacademy.com/ Doors close on 9/4/19 at 8pm eastern for the Fall semester.
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#211: 7 Tips to Overcome the Overwhelm as a Christian Writer (Breakthrough Series)
21/08/2019 Duration: 46minHave you felt overwhelmed with what it takes to write and publish a book? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of overwhelm. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Psalm 142: 2-3a, Psalms 142:2-3 TPT, Jonah 2:7 NLT, Luke 10:38-42 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 NLT If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to joi
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#210: Prayer Kick-Off for Writing Week
19/08/2019 Duration: 30minIf you haven’t joined us yet for our FREE 7-day writing challenge, you can still sign up here: www.writingweek.com **Encouragement From CJ** Scripture: “After all, who is Apollos? Who is Paul? We are only God’s servants through whom you believed the Good News. Each of us did the work the Lord gave us. I planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it was God who made it grow. It’s not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What’s important is that God makes the seed grow. The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose. And both will be rewarded for their own hard work. For we are both God’s workers. And you are God’s field. You are God’s building.” 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 Each of us has a role to play as God builds the Kingdom. As we write words (books, blog posts, social media, etc) we are scattering seed out into the world without knowing exactly what will become of it. But we can trust God to make it grow in His good timing. There are other t
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#209: Healing from Shame and How it Impacts Your Writing (Breakthrough Series)
14/08/2019 Duration: 45minDon't forget! Our free 7-day writing challenge starts this Monday, 8/19/19. Sign up here: www.writingweek.com Have you felt that if your book doesn’t become a bestseller, you are a failure? Do you feel like you’re not enough in your writing? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of shame. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: Psalm 34:5 NLT “Those who look to Him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.” If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Acad
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#208: Letting Go of Writing Regrets (Breakthrough Series)
09/08/2019 Duration: 37minHave you felt like you missed your chance with your writing? Or do you feel behind? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of regret. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 3:13, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 32:1-5, 2 Corinthians 7:10 NIV, Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise small beginnings Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: -Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by
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#207: 10 Ideas to Escape Writers’ Block (Breakthrough Series)
07/08/2019 Duration: 45minAre you dealing with writers’ block? Have you recently said, “I’m stuck and nothing flows?” In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of writers’ block. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: Zechariah 8:9, Psalm 45:1 NIV, John 7:37-38 NLT, Daniel 10:12-14 Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32) The Truth: Psalm 45:1 NIV - “My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.” Resources: 3 reasons every Christian writer needs a prayer team http://www.trainingauthors.com/christian-authors-prayer-team/ Download our Pomodoro Worksheet here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practic
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#206: Regain Control of Your Time (Breakthrough Series)
02/08/2019 Duration: 36minIf you’ve ever felt like there is no time to write, this training is for you. In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of a lack of boundaries. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” - Matthew 6:33 If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#205: Break Free from the Perfectionism Trap (Breakthrough Series)
31/07/2019 Duration: 28minHave you ever felt like your first draft needed to be perfect? Or have you ever suffered from paralysis of analysis? In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of perfectionism. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scripture: “Farmers who wait for perfect weather never plant. If they watch every cloud, they never harvest.” - Ecclesiastes 11:4 If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com
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#204: Putting an End to Procrastination (Breakthrough Series)
26/07/2019 Duration: 37minHave you ever procrastinated in your writing? Maybe you thought, “I need to learn more. I’m not ready yet.” In this episode of our Breakthrough series, CJ and I are going to help you as Kingdom Writers overcome this obstacle of procrastination. What makes this series different than most training for writers is that we integrate the powerful combination of Scripture and prayer to help you breakthrough the obstacles holding you back. Scriptures mentioned: Proverbs 27:1, Psalms 119:60 Resources: Pomodoro Worksheet: www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough If this Breakthrough series has been blessing you, make sure to download our free PDF, “5 Practical Tips for Christian Writers to Breakthrough Writers’ Block” here: http://www.trainingauthors.com/breakthrough/ This series is sponsored by Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers here: http://christianbookacademy.com