Best Dalene Bickel Podcasts (2024)

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Island Time vs. Deadline - Summer Writing Tips 13:20

2h ago13:20

13:20

Send me your feedback! It’s hot in the summer, so it’s nice to slow down a bit and drink something refreshing that quenches the thirst. This got me to thinking: why not offer a summer refresher for authors? That’s what this espisode is about - striking a refreshing balance between productive writing and enjoying some laid-back summer vibes. Be sure…

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Beyond the Love Story: Romance Writing Tips for Christian Authors with Sara Turnquist 34:06

14d ago34:06

34:06

Send me your feedback! Romance is today’s most popular genre of fiction, by far. And that includes the Christian market. if you feel called to write a Christian romance novel, this episode is for you! Be sure to listen the whole way to the end because my guest expert, Sara Turnquist, author of 23 clean historical romance novels, shares lots of prac…

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How to Stop Procrastinating as a Writer (Ep.80) 15:11

29d ago15:11

15:11

Send me your feedback! I think it’s safe to say that everyone has procrastinated at some point in their lives. But it seems to be a recurring theme among writers. Why is that? I recently had an a-ha moment about this very question that I’m going to share with you today, along with 6 practical tips to help you procrastinate less and write more. List…

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How to Write Your Life Story in 4 Steps (Ep.79) 18:47

1M ago18:47

18:47

Send me your feedback! Ready to write your life story but not sure how? On today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I share my 4-step process that will help you get your story out of your head and onto the page, regardless of your age or perceived writing abilities. Your story is important, and you CAN write it. Listen in to learn how! Resour…

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A SIMPLER Way to Write Your Book (and market it, too) - Ep.78 14:13

2M ago14:13

14:13

Send me your feedback! If you’re feeling overwhelmed or frustrated when it comes to writing and marketing your book, know that you’re not alone. Every published author I’ve ever met has had to deal with fluctuating emotions, doubts, time constraints, decision fatigue, and information overload throughout the various stages of their writing journeys.…

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3 Types of Writers: Which Type Are You? (Ep.77) 7:24

2M ago7:24

7:24

Send me your feedback! At the outset, writing and self-publishing a book sounds straightforward - just write it and upload it to Amazon or whatever online retailer you choose. Easy-peasy, right? 😃 Weellll…behind every overarching topic (writing, editing, publishing, and marketing) are MANY tasks and corresponding sub-tasks. Compounding the problem …

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5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers (Ep.76) 11:59

3M ago11:59

11:59

Send me your feedback! In today’s episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I’m going to cover 5 Essential Networking Tips for Writers. As a book coach who serves Christian indie writers throughout their self-publishing journeys, I’ve learned that one of the biggest challenges they face is promoting and marketing their brand and their books. Yet one o…

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The Risk of Compromise as a Christian Writer (Ep.75) 12:15

3M ago12:15

12:15

Send me your feedback! Compromise as a Christian writer isn't something many people talk about ... but it's something that can easily creep into our author life if we're not careful. What kinds of things might cause you to compromise? Listen in to discover a few examples and discover how you can prevent - or remedy - a compromising situation. Resou…

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Can You Get Your Self-Published Book into an Indie Christian Bookstore? (Ep.74) 20:14

4M ago20:14

20:14

Send me your feedback! You may recall that back in episode 68, I asked, Is There Still a Market for Christian Books? Well, thanks to a recent 41-page 2024 State of Christian Retail report by The Parable Group, I can conclusively say YES there is still a market for Christian books, particularly within independent Christian retailers. On today's epis…

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The Benefits of Using Personal Experience in Fiction Writing with Becca Wierwille (Ep.73) 30:45

4M ago30:45

30:45

Send me your feedback! I recently had the honor of interviewing Becca Wierwille, author of the middle grade novel, Road Trip Rescue. On today's episode, we address how to incorporate your own experience into a fictional story ... and why it matters. Regardless of what genre of fiction you're writing - and even if you're writing nonfiction - today's…

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Cultivating a Christian Author's Mindset (Ep.72) 17:28

5M ago17:28

17:28

Send me your feedback! How is your writing coming along? How about your marketing? Are they going as well as you had hoped they would at the beginning of the year? If not, know you're not alone. New habits can be difficult to establish, and mindset plays a big factor in how successful you'll be. Do you want to learn how to develop an effective, God…

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7 Book Marketing Strategies Authors Can Learn from Costco (Ep. 71) 19:15

5M ago19:15

19:15

Send me your feedback! Regardless of whether or not you like Costco, the 7 strategies I'm going to share with you today can help you reach - and retain - your readers. Book marketing, after all, is all about serving your readers. This is one of several great topics I have lined up for you in Quarter 1 this year, along with some fabulous guest inter…

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What's Your Writing Source? 3 Distinctive Sources for Writers (Ep.70) 17:20

6M ago17:20

17:20

Send me your feedback! Creating content out of thin air is never a great idea. What's the source of YOUR writing? Listen to today's episode to discover three distinct yet unified sources you can use right away to become a better writer! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 1:1 Coaching Session - gain strategy and clarity; limited slots available Th…

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Are You Ready to RACE into the New Year? 21:30

6M ago21:30

21:30

Send me your feedback! If you're like me, you might be eagerly anticipating the new year on one hand, but also hesitant about it on the other hand. In today's episode, I share how to prepare for 2024 as Christian writers and authors, and that revolves around the acronym R.A.C.E. Listen in to discover what RACE means and be encouraged in your writin…

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Is There Still a Market for Christian Books? (Ep.68) 26:05

7M ago26:05

26:05

Send me your feedback! With so many U.S. Christian bookstores that have gone out of business over the last ten years, is there still a market for Christian books? And if so, what can indie authors do to reach that market and sell more books? That’s what I’m going to discuss on today’s episode of Ink and Impact! Register for the Self-Publishing Unpa…

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3 Things to Do Now to Self-Publish in 2024 (Ep.67) 14:55

7M ago14:55

14:55

Send me your feedback! Happy Thanksgiving, fellow writer! Just like Thanksgiving dinner, there are a multitude of moving parts associated with self-publishing. To ensure that the book gets done on time AND that it satiates your hungry readers' expectations, you need to do a lot of advance planning and prep work. That’s what I’m going to share with …

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Should You Hire a Book Coach? (Ep.66) 13:26

8M ago13:26

13:26

Send me your feedback! Remember how the saying used to be, “There’s an app for that”? Well, today there seems to be a coach for everything, too. A quick online search reveals dozens if not hundreds of different types of coaches: life coaches, business coaches, fitness coaches, executive coaches, health coaches, acting coaches, even travel coaches. …

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The ONE Thing You Need to Sell More Books (Ep.65) 10:33

8M ago10:33

10:33

Send me your feedback! In the last episode, I shared how you can find time to write your book. Today, I’m going to share the ONE thing you need to sell more of that book. As I’ve mentioned before, we need to market our books at all stages of the author journey – from just starting out to long after publication. There are many practical tips and str…

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Time to Write Your Book: 5 Strategies to Create a Writing Routine (Ep.64) 20:09

8M ago20:09

20:09

Send me your feedback! One of the biggest challenges I hear from writers is a variation of time: There’s no time to write in my crazy busy life. It takes too long to grow a platform. There’s not enough time to juggle everything you’re supposed to do for writing and marketing your book. It takes too much time to learn how to use a particular tool or…

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7 Things to Avoid When Writing Your Life Story (Ep.63) 15:40

9M ago15:40

15:40

Send me your feedback! In this episode, your host Dalene Bickel shares 7 Things to Avoid When Writing Your Life Story (or memoir, or autobiography). When you follow these guidelines, your story will attract readers rather than repel them. Sometimes, it's not about what you do but what you DON'T do that makes the biggest impact. Listen and SUBSCRIBE…

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The 4 Ps of Successful Self-Publishing (Ep.62) 21:29

9M ago21:29

21:29

Send me your feedback! Did you know that while booksellers are buying about 250 to 300 titles a month (if they're a large seller), there are almost 1 million new, traditionally published books and, on top of that, 2-3 million self-published books produced every year in the United States alone? That is a lot of competition, my friend. So how can you…

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Yes, You Should Attend the KY Christian Writers Conference - Here's Why (with Gregg Bridgeman, Ep. 61) 30:48

10M ago30:48

30:48

Send me your feedback! In this episode, you'll learn not only about the Kentucky Christian Writers Conference and why you should attend, but special guest Gregg Bridgeman also shares some excellent tips for how to best prepare for a conference AND key insights about the challenges we Christian writers face in today's culture. Also, I announce that …

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How to Write a Book that Offers Hope and Makes a Difference with James H. Belt (Ep.60) 40:05

10M ago40:05

40:05

Send me your feedback! You have a message to share. But how you can do it in a way that offers hope and makes a difference in the lives of your readers? Today's guest, author James H. Belt III, joins me and shares the approach he took to do this - and the lessons he learned along the way - when writing his new book, Hope Realized. Be assured: No ma…

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Self-Check for Writers: 4 Things to Evaluate as You Write Your Book (Ep.59) 7:47

10M ago7:47

7:47

Send me your feedback! On today's episode, Dalene Bickel shares a self-check for writers: four things you should consider throughout every stage of your writing life, not just when you’re embarking on a new project or entering a new calendar year. Can you guess what they are? You just might be surprised! Listen in to discover if you’re correct … an…

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The Best Ways to Land Media Coverage for Your Self-Published Book with Jason Jones (Ep.58) 43:53

11M ago43:53

43:53

Send me your feedback! Do you want to get word out about your self-published book? If so, you'll want to land media coverage in outlets such as newspapers, podcasts, radio, and television. But getting those coveted interview spots isn't always easy. That's why I invited Jason Jones, founder of Jones Literary (a PR firm for authors and publishers), …

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Book Industry Update: What Authors Need to Know (Ep.57) 18:50

11M ago18:50

18:50

Send me your feedback! Whew - I cover a lot of important info in today's book industry update! Tune in to learn about: Recent Christian Bookstore Sales Data, Foreign Market Opportunities, KDP Changes, The New Book Rating System in Texas I'd love to hear your thoughts about what is shared in this episode - select from the options below to connect wi…

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6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform (Ep.56) 25:38

11M ago25:38

25:38

Send me your feedback! Today's episode concludes the Author Summer School series by sharing 6 Steps to Setting Up an Email List and Growing Your Platform. Whether you're just starting out as a writer or are already an established author, this episode will ensure your email list is set up correctly AND help you reach - and attract - new readers. Sha…

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How to Start an Author Blog (Ep.55) 20:06

11M ago20:06

20:06

Send me your feedback! This week I'm continuing my Author Summer School series, and today we're specifically talking about the benefits of blogging, how to start an author blog, and how to market an author blog. Lots of tips are coming your way, so if you are, driving or exercising or somewhere that you can't take notes, don't worry. Just be sure t…

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Build an Effective Author Website in 10 Steps (Ep.54) 22:17

11M ago22:17

22:17

Send me your feedback! Hey there, fellow pen pusher! The Author Summer School Series continues here on the podcast. Today I'm sharing how you can build an effective author website in 10 steps, whether you plan to build it yourself or hire a web designer. Already have a website? Wonderful! But you’ll still want to follow along to make sure you’re no…

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Is It Time to Publish Your Book? with Rick McKinney (Ep.53) 31:44

12M ago31:44

31:44

Send me your feedback! Not sure if it's time to publish your book? Listen in to today's episode where you’ll learn: what led Rick and Jane McKinney to walk across America almost 20 years ago, why they waited until now to publish a book about it, and how the lessons they learned along their trek and throughout the writing and publishing of their boo…

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2 Important Things Authors Tend to Dismiss 15:32

12M ago15:32

15:32

Send me your feedback! You're excited to write your book, so you immediately start typing. That's a good thing, right? Yes, but in your eagerness, you might be overlooking or dismissing two critical things that should be done at the outset of your author journey. Listen in to today's episode to discover 2 Important Things Authors Tend to Dismiss, w…

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6 Things Every Author Needs (Ep.51) 21:27

1y ago21:27

21:27

Send me your feedback! Do you have these 6 things every author needs? Today's episode kicks off what I'm calling my Author Summer School series. Now through the end of July, I'm going to be focusing primarily on the fundamentals of authorship and the practical things you need to put in place. Whether you're an aspiring author needing step-by-step g…

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How to Do the Thing (i.e., write your book) with Rebecca George (Ep.50) 31:11

1y ago31:11

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Send me your feedback! Wondering how to do the thing ... that is, write your book? Unsure what to expect throughout the writing and publishing process? If so, then be sure to listen to this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast in which Rebecca George and I discuss her experience writing and publishing her recently released book, Do the Thing: Gosp…

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Are You Comparing More than Sharing? 5 Marketing Strategies for Authors (Ep.49) 17:15

1y ago17:15

17:15

Send me your feedback! Today I’m keeping it real by talking about comparison, specifically how it hinders us and what we can do to combat it, plus 5 ways that Jesus models effective marketing for our God-given messages. Ready? Listen in! Would you rather read the blog version? Go to the website. Looking for a Christian writing group? Join the Inkwe…

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The Benefits of Starting a Podcast as an Author with Sarah Moffat 25:51

1y ago25:51

25:51

Send me your feedback! Starting a podcast as an author offers some unique benefits that other types of marketing just can't replicate. And starting a podcast doesn't have to be difficult, either. However, it does require a bit of planning and effort. On today's episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Moffat, a podcast manager and…

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What Is Your Motivation and Identity as a Writer? (Ep.47) 13:17

1y ago13:17

13:17

Send me your feedback! In this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, we look at how King David's desire to build a house for the Lord compares to our motivation to write today by asking ourselves 3 important questions. We also consider our identity as writers based on the names and titles we use. Plus, there's an important reminder about the curre…

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The Power of Story: Turning Personal Essays into a Published Book with Lori Ann Wood (Ep.46) 28:07

1y ago28:07

28:07

Send me your feedback! Have you ever wondered if your story is worth writing? Are you aware that not every book has to be written in narrative form? Would you like a chance to win a free book? Have I caught your attention yet? 😀 On today's episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, author Lori Ann Wood joins me to share the backstory behind her new boo…

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A Personal History Snapshot: Autobiography vs. Biography vs. Memoir vs. Genealogy 10:49

1y ago10:49

10:49

Send me your feedback! Have you ever wondered what the differences are between autobiography, biography, memoir, and genealogy? Sometimes they overlap, but each has a distinct purpose. If you plan to write one of these genres - or are in the midst of writing one - do you know what to include ... or NOT to include? In honor of May being Personal His…

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How to Create an Opt-in Offer (for Nonfiction Writers) 12:13

1y ago12:13

12:13

Send me your feedback! It's Personal History Awareness Month! This fact led me to update my opt-in offer for individuals wanting to write their life stories, which in turn made me think that maybe I should do a podcast episode on how to create an opt-in offer. And here we are! Note that this episode differs from Episode 12 (How to Create and Distri…

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Is Hybrid Publishing Right for You? with Amanda Waters (Ep.43) 30:33

1y ago30:33

30:33

Send me your feedback! Have you ever wondered what the differences are between hybrid publishing and traditional publishing? Have you considered using a hybrid publisher, but weren't sure if they were legitimate or worth the investment? After all, there are a lot of author horror stories about them out there. The good news is that they're not all b…

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Christian Book Month & Self-Publishing Income Brackets (Ep.42) 12:49

1y ago12:49

12:49

Send me your feedback! Hey there, Pen Pusher. Welcome back! This week's episode is going to be a bit shorter than usual, but still valuable. Today, I'm going to share about Christian Book Month and reveal the potential financial differences between traditionally published authors and indie or self-published authors. I also want to invite you to joi…

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Book Marketing Strategies for Backlist Titles (Ep.41) 24:32

1y ago24:32

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Send me your feedback! In this episode of the Ink and Impact podcast, host Dalene Bickel offers practical tips for authors to promote their backlist books. She shares ideas from the free resource, "Backlist Book Promotion for Busy Authors," by Christian author assistant Amanda Geaney that provides a wealth of tips and strategies to help you continu…

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Overcoming Fear as a Writer with Jenn Hand (Ep.40) 25:49

1y ago25:49

25:49

Send me your feedback! On today's episode of the Ink and Impact Podcast, I speak with author Jennifer Hand, whose most recent book is My Yes Is On the Table. We specifically talk about what it was like for her to say yes to writing a book and the different things that she experienced through her author journey that many of us as fellow writers can …

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AI for Writers: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly (Ep.39) 28:37

1y ago28:37

28:37

Send me your feedback! In today's episode, I discuss AI for writers and how it's affecting the publishing industry. I wanted to really dig into this because while everyone else seems to be so excited about it and diving into it and touting all the benefits, I have a little hesitation about it. Not that I don't think that it should be used, but that…

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An Overlooked Genre: The Why & How of Writing Christian Middle-Grade Fiction with RM Ruiz (Ep.38) 32:03

1y ago32:03

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Send me your feedback! Whether you write middle-grade fiction or not, this episode is packed full of helpful insights and practical tips to benefit you throughout your author journey! Just a few of the topics covered in this episode include: Why middle-grade fiction is needed now more than ever, What happens when you invite God into the writing (an…

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What Is Your Vision & Mission as an Author? (Ep.37) 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Send me your feedback! Today I discuss the foundation of our writing efforts. Without a vision and mission, the author life is much more difficult, and dare I say less fruitful. You might be thinking that a vision and mission statement are only for businesses. But guess what? Your writing is a business! If you plan to sell your book and earn money …

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5 Time & Mind Management Tips for Writers (Ep.36) 17:17

1+ y ago17:17

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Send me your feedback! Daylight Savings Time takes place this weekend in many portions of the United States. What will you do with your extra hour? If you're like me, you might be tempted to sleep in. But perhaps we could better utilize that hour, and our time in general, regardless of which equinox we’re in. So, today I’m going to share 5 time & m…

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Relationship Building for Authors with Naomi Fata (Ep.35) 25:21

1+ y ago25:21

25:21

Send me your feedback! How do you know if you’re called to write a book? What do you do when you feel like an imposter in your faith or as a writer? How do you develop a writing niche? Naomi Fata generously shares her personal experience in each of these areas, which all fall under one overarching theme: relationships - with Christ and others. List…

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Your Leadership Role as a Writer (Ep.34) 12:52

1+ y ago12:52

12:52

Send me your feedback! Today we're talking about your leadership role as a writer and the ten characteristics that define leadership as they pertain to writers and authors. You don't want to miss it! Listen, read, and watch at inkandimpact.com. Learn more about The Inkwell Collective. Thanks for listening! Join the FREE Ink and Impact Facebook comm…

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Book Cover and Interior Design Considerations (Ep.33) 30:43

1+ y ago30:43

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Send me your feedback! Since we celebrated Valentine’s Day earlier this week, I thought I’d play off of that theme and ask you: Are you in love with your book’s appearance? Even more importantly, do you know how to ensure that your target audience will fall in love with your cover and interior design? The most important marketing aspect of your boo…

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