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Christian Publishing Show

Thomas Umstattd Jr.

171 episodes

2 weeks ago

Many authors have received that dreaded rejection letter from a traditional Christian publisher siting platform size as the reason for the rejection. Is there a platform size that makes you a shoo-in for a traditional Christian publisher? What if even millions of followers can’t get you a contract with a traditional Christian publisher? Is there something else going on? In this episode, Chase Replogle and I discuss trends in Christian publishing that we’ve observed from the inside. We’ll disc...

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Many authors have received that dreaded rejection letter from a traditional Christian publisher siting platform size as the reason for the rejection. Is there a platform size that makes you a shoo-in for a traditional Christian publisher? What if even millions of followers can’t get you a contract with a traditional Christian publisher? Is there something else going on? In this episode, Chase Replogle and I discuss trends in Christian publishing that we’ve observed from the inside. We’ll disc...

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Episodes (20/171)

Christian Publishing Show

Has Christian Publishing Gone Woke?

Many authors have received that dreaded rejection letter from a traditional Christian publisher siting platform size as the reason for the rejection. Is there a platform size that makes you a shoo-in for a traditional Christian publisher? What if even millions of followers can’t get you a contract with a traditional Christian publisher? Is there something else going on? In this episode, Chase Replogle and I discuss trends in Christian publishing that we’ve observed from the inside. We’ll disc...

2 weeks ago

53 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

AI Tools for Authors (Writing Off Social Crosscast)

If social media leaves you drained and you’re unsure what to do with AI, this week’s episode is for you. I recently appeared on the Writing off Social podcast to unpack how authors can step off the social treadmill and put AI to work without losing their voice. In our conversation you’ll learn: What boundaries you can set around your use of AIWhere to start using AI in your workMy prediction for the future of nonfiction (and how to make sure you control your brand of expertise)Listen in or re...

1 month ago

52 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Christian Author Assassinated

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1 month ago

41 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Is AI okay for Christian Authors?

Is using AI sinful, helpful, or just complicated? In this thought-provoking episode, bestselling author Kate Angelo joins us to discuss the ethical, practical, and spiritual implications of AI for Christian writers. From biblical analogies to real-world tools, this conversation explores some pressing questions for Christians about AI, creativity, and ethics, without the hype or fear-mongering. In this episode, you'll discover: How AI is similar to and different from other technologies that be...

2 months ago

57 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

21st Century Apologetics: Why Christians No Longer Need to be Relevant

The cultural ground beneath us is shifting fast. The kinds of books that impacted your faith a decade ago, and possibly inspired you to write, likely won’t have the same effect on readers in this cultural moment. How do you write books that resonate with readers without compromising biblical truth? In this week’s episode, I speak with pastor and author Chase Replogle to talk about 21st-century apologetics and why Christian authors must rethink what it means to “engage culture.” You’ll discove...

4 months ago

57 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Tension: The Key Ingredient for a Novel Readers Can’t Put Down

Why do some books keep readers up all night while others fall flat? If you've ever wondered whether your novel is gripping enough, you're not alone. One of the biggest challenges writers face is keeping readers hooked to the end. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into what truly drives great storytelling. Whether you're writing legal thrillers, Amish fiction, or epic fantasy, tension is your secret weapon, and knowing how to dial it up or down can make or break your story. In this episode,...

4 months ago

58 minutes

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How to Write a Novel Faster Using Dictation Software

Did you know the Apostle Paul didn’t write the book of Romans by hand? He dictated it to a someone else who wrote it down, and he’s not the only famous author to do so. In this week’s episode, we explore how authors from Cicero to Agatha Christie to USA Today bestselling author Misty M. Beller have used dictation to write faster, better, and with more freedom. In this interview with Misty, you’ll learn: ✅ How to overcome the intimidation of hearing your own voice ✅ Which dictation tools are m...

5 months ago

40 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to Write Your Novel from the Middle

Most authors start writing from the beginning. But what if the beginning is the wrong place to start? In our most recent episode, I talk with bestselling author and writing teacher James Scott Bell about one of his most powerful ideas: the mirror moment. You’ll learn ✅ Why the midpoint is more than just the halfway mark ✅ How to turn a sagging middle into your novel’s strongest moment ✅ What Casablanca, Goodnight Moon, and The Cat in the Hat have in common ✅ How one scene can help you fix you...

6 months ago

47 minutes

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Discovery Writing 101: How to Craft Gripping Stories Without an Outline

The term "pantser" has been used to describe writing a book without an outline. At writers conferences, outlining and "pantsing" (also known as discovery writing) are often framed as rivals. However, most writers fall between the two extremes. I've seen successful authors across that spectrum. What truly matters is finding the method that works best for you. While there are countless books on outlining, there are very few on discovery writing. So how do you learn to "write by the seat of your...

8 months ago

47 minutes

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Beginnings and Endings of Novels with Angela Hunt

Have you ever started a book but struggled to get past the first few chapters? Or maybe you finished one, only to feel let down by the ending? The truth is, beginnings and endings can make or break a novel. In this week’s episode, I sit down with Christy Award-winning author Angela Hunt to unpack what makes a strong opening that hooks readers and a satisfying ending that keeps them talking. We’ll cover: How to craft an opening that keeps readers turning pages The secret to endings that spar...

8 months ago

51 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to Write Your First Novel

Have you ever dreamed of writing a novel but don’t know where to start? Maybe you've tried before, but the story just didn’t come together—or you’re staring at a blank page, unsure of what to do next.In our latest episode, we’re talking to Steve Laube, seasoned literary agent and co-author of Write Your First Novel. Steve shares actionable advice on:Creating characters your readers will love.Crafting a plot that keeps readers hooked.Overcoming fear and embracing the writing process.You’ll als...

9 months ago

46 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to Become a Better Novelist

Imposter syndrome sometimes tells you the truth.Sometimes, you really do need to get better at the task in front of you to succeed. Many gurus will tell you that you already have everything you need. You just need to pay them money so you can be successful. But in the real world, success requires the hard work of improving your craft. Now, it's true, sometimes imposter syndrome lies, but deep down, you know you can improve.But how do you know where you need to improve? And once you find out, ...

11 months ago

47 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to be a Successful Author Entrepreneur

In college, I took a class on entrepreneurship, where our big project was to write a business plan. That same semester, I was also working on a book proposal, and I realized that book proposals are business plans.Fundamentally, they serve the same purpose. A business plan helps you convince investors to invest in your business, and a book proposal helps you convince publishing companies to invest in your book.To be traditionally published, you need to think like an entrepreneur and to be inde...

11 months ago

41 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Announcing the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference

I'm excited to announce that tickets are now for sale for the 2025 Novel Marketing Conference. The conference will be held in Austin, Texas, on January 17th and 18th. This event is not a typical writer's conference where you learn how to write and publish a book. Our conference is focused on book marketing, and our goal is to help you make 2025 the best year of your author career so far!In this episode, you'll find out· Three special ingredients that make the Novel Marketi...

1 year ago

22 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Show *AND* Tell With Angela Hunt

You've likely heard the advice that writers should show instead of tell. Sometimes, it's good advice and can make your scenes better and your story more compelling. But it can also be terrible advice that will make your book unbelievably long and hard to get through.If you show every single thing in the room or on the journey where your story takes place, then the plot, characters, and even the dialogue get crowded out.But how do you know when you should and shouldn't show?In this month's epi...

1 year ago

48 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to Write Powerful Christian Stories

Stories communicate truth in ways that facts and statistics cannot. They touch places in our souls that sermons cannot reach. When you open your Bible, the very first thing you find is not the Ten Commandments but a story. Even biblical instruction is often couched in a story because a story is a powerful tool for communicating truth.God knows that. He created in us a desire for story.Christian authors can leverage story to communicate truth, but sometimes, whether by mistake or on purpose, w...

1 year ago

48 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Faith and Love: Tips for Writing Authentic Christian Romance

Discover what makes a romance novel appeal to a Christian readership and how you can write Christian romance books your readers will love.Support the show

1 year ago

41 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Crafting a Career: How to Become a Professional Author with Angela Hunt

Some authors just want to get their book "out there." They don't plan on writing additional books or becoming professionals. But others want to make writing a career and maybe pay the bills with income earned from their writing.If you want to have a career as a professional writer, you have to do at least two things.First, you must become an amazing writer. Second, you need to start acting like a business owner. Regardless of whether you're independently or traditionally published, you'll nee...

1 year ago

42 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

How to write dialogue

If you've ever transcribed a conversation between two people, you know the resulting text is a bunch of incomprehensible, run-on sentences and fragments. Natural conversation does not translate well onto the written page.When we write novels, we need to realize that good, written dialogue does not imitate the way real people talk. We also don't want our written dialogue to sound contrived and awkward.How do you write good dialogue?In this episode, Angela Hunt teaches usHow to handle dialects ...

1 year ago

36 minutes

Christian Publishing Show

Writing Conflict: How to Keep Your Protagonist on Their Toes

Most humans try to avoid conflict as much as possible, but novelists love conflict. Without conflict, a novelist has no story. Conflict keeps your novel moving forward and your readers turning pages. As Vladimir Nabokov once said, "The writer's job is to get the main character up a tree, and then once they are up there, throw rocks at them."But how do you get your protagonist up a tree? What kind of rocks should you throw?In this week's episode, I interview professional fictional rock-thrower...

1 year ago

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