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What does it really look like to write and publish books while juggling faith, family, and real life? In this Author Spotlight interview, I’m sitting down with 3x Author Candace Therese Beckford, who is currently writing her fourth book, to talk honestly about her writing and publishing journey. From creating children’s books to writing a deeply personal memoir, Candace shares what it takes to stay committed to the call to write even when self-doubt, fear, and life responsibilities try to get in the way. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Building a sustainable writing routine as a busy, faith-driven author Navigating the realities of self-publishing versus traditional publishing Finding the courage to share personal stories that matter How faith, perseverance, and obedience shaped her author journey If you’re an aspiring author who desires to write meaningful books, stay consistent in your writing process, and move forward in publishing with confidence and purpose, this conversation will encourage you and give you practical insight from someone who’s walking it out in real time. Tune in for an honest, inspiring author journey that will motivate you to keep writing the book God placed on your heart. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Have you been writing your book for so long that you just want it to be over? The excitement is gone. You’re no longer celebrating progress. You’re simply pushing through, hoping to finally finish. In this episode, I want to talk to the aspiring authors who feel burned out, disconnected, or joyless in their writing process. Pulled from a recent live training inside the Book Writing Made Simple Community, this episode explores a powerful mindset shift to help you find joy again while writing your book, even when the journey feels long. If you’ve been writing for years, restarting over and over, or measuring your progress by how long it’s taking instead of how far you’ve come, this episode is for you. You’ll be encouraged to reconnect with the purpose behind your book, celebrate small wins, and view your writing as something worth honoring right where you are. 🎧 Tune in and rediscover joy in the process, not just the finish line. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

As we step into a new year, many aspiring authors are still carrying the desire to write and finish their book, but aren’t sure how to move forward after delays, distractions, or unfinished drafts. In this special episode of the Book Writing Made Simple Podcast, Donna Sherrie speaks directly to Christian writers entering 2026 with a calling still burning in their hearts. If you’ve been praying about writing your book, questioning your timing, or wondering if you missed your moment, this episode will encourage you to reset your focus and begin the year anchored in faith and with prayer. Rather than starting with pressure or comparison this episode centers on prayer as a divine strategy for writing and publishing your book.This episode is for aspiring authors who: Desire to write and publish a book in 2026 Are navigating doubt, delays, or unfinished manuscripts Want Holy Spirit–led encouragement for their writing journey Need spiritual strength, discipline, and clarity to move forward Whether you're just getting started or picking up where you left off, this episode will help you begin the year grounded in prayer, faith, and renewed commitment. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community:Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Writing a book doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, confusing, or impossible. In this episode, I’m breaking down 7 simple steps to write and self-publish your first book—in a way that feels clear, doable, and simple. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been stuck for years, this conversation will walk you through the foundational pieces every aspiring author needs to know about the book writing process. If you’ve been wondering: Where do I start? What does the book writing process actually look like? How do I move from idea to finished manuscript?   This episode will finally help you break down the big picture into simple, actionable steps along your book writing journey.   Be Encouraged,   DS . . Next Steps ⬇️   Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call   💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community:   Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community   Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider   Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Are you staring at your computer screen with nothing coming out… even though you want to write? Writer’s block isn’t always about lacking inspiration — sometimes it’s emotional, mental, organizational, or even spiritual. And if you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your message, this episode is going to help you understand why. In today’s conversation, we break down the 3 types of writer’s block aspiring Christian author encounter and the exact steps to overcome each one. Whether you're writing a memoir, a faith-based book, or any book genre, you’ll discover why writer’s block is often a symptom, not the root problem and how to get back into the flow with clarity, confidence, and Holy Spirit-led direction. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book Related Episode 63 - How to Take Your GOD Story and Transform It into a Book

Are you trying to write your book in your own strength? Maybe you’ve been praying about writing, but you haven’t actually prayed through your writing process. If writing has felt hard, confusing, or overwhelming lately, this episode will show you why — and how inviting the Holy Spirit into your book writing journey changes everything. In this powerful and practical conversation, we explore what it means to write as a Kingdom writer — not just relying on your own ideas, but partnering with the Holy Spirit for clarity, creativity, structure, and direction. You’ll hear real examples from my own writing process and learn how God provides wisdom, strategy, and peace when you allow Him to lead your book from beginning to end. Whether you’re a new Christian author, a faith-based storyteller, or a woman of faith who feels called to write a book that transforms lives, this episode will help you. If you’ve been trying to write alone, this is your reminder that you don’t have to. The Holy Spirit is ready to guide your words, your ideas, and your entire book writing journey. Be Encouraged, DS . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book  

Have you taken a break from writing your book and now you’re struggling to start again? Whether you’re a first time author, a Christian writer, or a woman of faith trying to honor the book God called you to write - this episode will help you rebuild momentum with confidence, grace, and renewed sense of purpose. Life gets busy. Schedules shift. Motivation fades. However, your book assignment hasn’t changed. God still wants to use your story to impact others. In this episode, you’ll learn the #1 strategy to get back into writing whether it’s been weeks, months, or years away. We’re taking about practical action steps to reconnecting with your writing so you can write with clarity, purpose, and direction to finally finish your manuscript. Listen in and get the clarity, motivation, and gentle push you need to return to the assignment God placed on your heart. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️   Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call   💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community:   Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community   Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider   Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Have you felt the nudge to write a book — but you’re still questioning whether it’s really God leading you… or just your own thoughts? If you’ve been wrestling with clarity, doubt, or fear around stepping into authorship, this episode is going to help you discern what God is saying in this season. We’re talking about how God confirms your calling to write — in ways that feel gentle, familiar, and impossible to ignore. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and the peace that comes from recognizing when a book assignment is truly a God assignment. This episode is for the Christian aspiring author who knows they have a story, testimony, message, or lived experience that could help someone else — but just needs that confirmation that now is the time. 🎧 Press play to get the clarity your heart has been asking for… and the courage to say yes. Be Encouraged, DS . . Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Feel like you never have time to write? Between work, family, and everything in between, sitting down to actually write your book can feel impossible. Between work, family, and everything in between, you keep telling yourself, “I’ll start when things slow down.” But what if that perfect time never comes? In this episode, we’re talking about how to make time to write your book, even when your schedule feels full. I’ll share practical strategies to help you make time for writing instead of procrastinating. It’s time to get focused on what God has called you to write —without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll be encouraged to take a fresh look at your time, make some tweaks, and finally move from procrastination and contemplation to progress. Because the truth is, you don’t need more hours in the day—you just need a plan and a little discipline to make room for your book. Tune in now to learn how to carve out intentional time for writing, stay motivated, and finish the book God placed on your heart. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Have you ever felt called to write a book but found yourself battling doubt, fear, endless distractions, or uncertainty about where to start? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Patrice Carter—author of Rainbows in Dark Places—shares her book writing journey of turning a God-given vision into a powerful, faith-fueled novel that touches and changes hearts. We talk about what it really looks like to walk with God through the writing process—from facing spiritual resistance to staying consistent when life gets busy. Dr. Carter opens up about how she learned to invite the Holy Spirit into her writing, develop meaningful characters, and moving forward even when progress felt slow. If you’ve been sitting on your book idea, this episode will remind you that the vision God gave you - wasn’t a hoax! It’s in His timing and your message will reach those it’s meant to impact. You CAN write your first book! Be Encouraged, DS . . Connect with Dr. Patrice Carter 📘 Rainbows in Dark Places FB: Patrice J Carter IG: @drpatricecarter LinkedIn: Dr. Patrice Carter YouTube: @DrPatriceJCarter TikTok: @patricejcarter Dr. Patrice J. Carter is a PhD, Author, Speaker, and Certified Holistic and Life Coach whose mission is to bring healing, transformation, and empowerment to the Body of Christ and beyond. As the founder and President of Breakpoint Coaching Collective, she has trained and certified hundreds of Christian life coaches to lead with integrity, faith, and excellence. She’s the author of SUPERb Woman: From Bad Girl to God’s Girl and Rainbows in Dark Places—a powerful novel of love, loss, resilience, and redemption. Through her Healing Journey with Dr. Patrice Carter initiative, she helps individuals overcome physical and emotional challenges through faith-based holistic coaching. A proud U.S. Army Reserve Veteran, devoted wife, bonus mom, and ordained Prophet, Dr. Carter is known for her Spirit-led wisdom, compassion, and ability to help others discover their true identity, purpose, and destiny in God.

Feeling stuck and unorganized in your writing process? You’re not alone. Most beginner authors get overwhelmed with scattered notes, missed writing sessions, and zero structure. But here’s the good news—you don’t need fancy software or expensive programs to stay on track. In today’s episode, I’m sharing free writing tools to keep you organized, inspired, and consistent as you work on your first book. From drafting your manuscript and organizing your thoughts to editing, focus, and even voice-to-text options, these tools will simplify your process so you can spend less time stressing and more time actually writing. If you’re ready to stop the chaos and finally create a writing flow that works, grab your notebook and tune in! 👉 And don’t forget—come join us inside the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community for encouragement, accountability, and more practical tips: donnasherrie.com/community. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Are you putting off writing your book because life feels too busy? Maybe you’ve told yourself, “I’ll start when things slow down”—but life keeps life-ing, and your dream of becoming an author keeps getting pushed to the side.   In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest struggles for aspiring authors…overwhelm. Writing your first book doesn’t have to feel too difficult, chaotic, or time-consuming. With the right mindset and a simple plan, you can start making real progress today.   Inside, I’ll share how to overcome the feeling of overwhelm, get organized, and take consistent steps toward finishing the book God placed on your heart.   If you’ve been putting off writing your book, this episode will give you the boost of encouragement and direction to finally move forward with without feeling overwhelmed.   Be Encouraged,   DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Ever sat down to write and thought, “I’ll do it later”—only to realize weeks (or months) have passed with little progress? Procrastination might feel harmless in the moment, but it’s one of the biggest obstacles standing between you and your finished book. In this episode, we’re uncovering how procrastination sneaks in, why it blocks your inspiration, and how you can break the cycle so writing feels easier and more consistent. With the right shifts, you’ll discover how to build momentum and finally get into a writing flow that makes finishing your book possible. If you’re tired of delaying your dream, this episode will help you start writing with consistency and ease. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Does the thought of writing your life story make you nervous? Maybe you’ve wondered what people will think, feared reopening old wounds, or questioned if your writing is even “good enough.” Sis, I get it. Writing a memoir is deeply personal—it takes courage to put your life on paper. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest fears that hold aspiring authors back and how to face them head-on so you can move forward with boldness. You’ll walk away with practical strategies and biblical encouragement to finally start writing the book God placed in your heart. If fear has been stopping you from writing your book, this conversation will give you the push you need to get started and keep going. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Can you believe we’ve made it to 100 episodes? 🎉 This milestone is more than just a number—it’s proof that showing up consistently, even in small ways, can add up to something powerful over time. In this special celebratory episode, I’m sharing a heartfelt message about the power of small beginnings and how those little steps of obedience and discipline lead to big transformation—not only in writing your book, but in walking out your God-given calling. Plus, I’ve got something exciting for you ⬇️ to celebrate 100 episodes, I’m hosting a special giveaway! 🎊 You’ll have the chance to win a free 30-minute coaching session with me to get your burning book-writing questions answered. Be Encouraged, DS . . HERE’S HOW TO ENTER: ✅ Follow the Book Writing Made Simple Podcast on your favorite platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you listen). ✅ Screenshot your review and share it inside the Book Writing Made Simple Facebook Community. ✅ Use the hashtag #100episodes so your entry counts. **Bonus Entries - Take a screenshot of you sharing your favorite episode with friends and family. 🗓️ Contest runs August 26th – 28th 2025 🏆 Winners announced on August 29th 2025 inside the BWMS group!