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Whether just starting out or 20 books in, these actionable insights will help you publish & profit.

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Marketing as a Christian Author – Permission Granted! | Ep. 004

Hey Creative Christian!

Thrilled to share Episode 4 of the GospelWise Author Podcast! This week, your host Jeremy delves into a topic many Christian writers grapple with. Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll discover in this empowering episode.

🎧 Episode Spotlight: Should Christians market their books? Good question! Many of us hesitate to sell our books, fearing we're being bothersome or struggling with imposter syndrome. It's common among creatives. Let’s explore how we can responsibly market our passion projects while staying true to our faith.

The GospelWise Author™ is a reader-supported publication. Become an insider to get actionable advice and inspiration to write, publish, and market your books.

🗝 5 Keys Listeners Will Learn:

  1. Redefining Marketing:Discover what marketing truly means and why it’s not the dirty word many creatives perceive it to be.
  2. Imposter Syndrome Insights:Jeremy shares his relatable personal struggles with self-doubt and how he’s overcoming them.
  3. Spiritual Roadblocks:Learn about the common spiritual misconceptions that hinder authors from marketing their books and how to navigate them.
  4. Loving Your Neighbor Through Promotion:Find out why marketing is actually a form of loving your neighbor by offering them your stories and expertise.
  5. The Marketplace as Ministry:Understand the importance of viewing your writing journey as a ministry opportunity to serve others.

🎲 Fun Fact: Did you know that I still get nervous about emailing my own list, even though they’ve signed up to hear about my next big thing? Yep, even hosts deal with occasional self-doubt 😉 You're not alone in this!

This episode is packed with insights and permission-giving advice that will shift your perspective on marketing from fear to freedom. Whether you're at the beginning or somewhere in the middle of your author journey, you'll walk away with fresh inspiration and practical steps to confidently connect your work with the world!

Join the Conversation: We'd love to hear how you’re tackling your own marketing challenges! Share your thoughts or questions in the comments section on our podcast page.

Let’s create for Christ together 🖊️

/ jeremy

P.S. If you have any thoughts, questions, or just want to say hi, drop me a message at crossandpen.com/contact. I’d love to hear from you!

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Jeremy Bouma

Hey there ! 👋 My passion is to empower Christian writers like you seeking guidance to wield the power of the pen for the sake of the cross through training + resources that upskill and inspire — rocking it with personal style + creative freedom.

Proud hubby + Dad 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Vintage jazz vinyl enthusiast 🎷 Apple fanboy before the cool kids were 

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