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In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss the value of feedback in strengthening our manuscripts and us as writers. How does feedback help, how do we get feedback that’s useful, and what are the spiritual principles guiding the process? Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation in this episode: Belinda Pollard, … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #16: Getting Feedback on our Writing

In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss the value of calling to mind what we have achieved despite difficult circumstances in the year just ended, and showing gratitude. What will we plan for this new year, and how will we create strong spiritual foundations for our writing goals? Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #15: New Year, New Writing Goals

In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss the potential and possibilities of writing on Christmas themes, in various genres, and for various audiences. They consider deeper truths that can underlie our writing, and how to gain clarity, courage and sensitivity for the task. Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #14: Writing on Christmas Themes

Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy interview pastor, scriptwriter, poet and stand-up comedian Adam Ryan on his writing process for church plays and online episodes for kids. His stories start with characters, and he shares some unique ways of coming up with characters. Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation in this … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #13: Adam Ryan, Pastor and Scriptwriter

In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss the realities of earning income from writing and publishing in today’s world. They consider the practical side for both traditionally published and self-published writers, and also the spiritual side of whether and how we earn. Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation in … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #12: Earning Income as a Writer

In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss the impact of disappointment on a writer’s career. They examine how common it is among writers, discover practical tips to deal with it, and explore the spiritual implications. Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation in this episode: Belinda Pollard, author of … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #11: Tackling Disappointment

In this episode, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy interview Bill Brockmeier, who reveals how his adventure in historical fiction has detoured into writng an opera libretto! Bill also speaks about the non-profit Hearts Need Art, which uses creativity to help hospital patients combat anxiety, depression and loneliness. Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #10: Bill Brockmeier and Hearts Need Art

In this ninth episode of the Gracewriters Podcast, Belinda Pollard, Alison Young and Donita Bundy discuss how to meet publishing deadlines, including self-publishing deadlines. What are the practicalities, the psychology, and the spirituality of getting our writing finished on time? Scroll down for audio, video, and a full transcript, or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/gracewriters-podcast/id1519376330 In conversation in this … [Read more...] about Gracewriters Podcast #9: Meeting Publishing Deadlines