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The Adventurous Author | How to Write a Book, Write with AI, Character Development, Creative Writing Coach, Story Structure

Bonnie Jean Schaefer | Author & Coach, Founder of the League of Adventurous Authors

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Hey, Time-Strapped Author! Wanna write great fiction? BUT writing is hard because you… - Have NO TIME because you work a full-time job or go to school full-time - Doubt your writing ability - Are unsure how to write the kind of captivating stories you love to read. Then welcome to The Adventurous Author, the podcast for underdog authors on a mission to achieve legendary feats in the publishing world but have to overcome impossible obstacles, limited time, and paralyzing inner skepticism alon ...
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Freelance Writing Coach

Kaleigh Moore and Emma Siemasko

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Kaleigh Moore and Emma Siemasko have long shared a dream: to build the world’s most fulfilling freelance writing businesses. Over the past 8 years, the two friends have become successful freelance writers, finding new clients (hello Salesforce + Vogue Business); refining their service offerings; building six-figure businesses; and ultimately, creating their dream careers. Now, they’re sharing everything they know and discussing what they’ve yet to find out. Why? Because they know you can bui ...
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The Writing Gym podcast is a writer's go-to source for quality information about how to finish, publish, and market writing in all genres. Not only does it give you the implementable steps you need, it's fun. No snorefest here. You'll laugh at the Quirk O' the week and enjoy hard-hitting advice from top agents, best-selling authors, and publishers. Visit iTunes or www.writing-gym.com/podcast to hear these guests and more: --Top NYC literary agent Eric Reuben. He's represented dozens of best- ...
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Your Writing Coach

Lynn Elikqitie Smargis

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Are you looking to write and publish your first book? Do you need a seasoned writer to guide you through the book writing process? Would you like a writer coach with real-world experience who understands how to guide you to the right publishing options for your book? Your Writing Coach podcast is where writers and soon-to-be authors listen in on writing knowledge and expertise so you walk down the right path to publishing your book. My writer podcast will guide you on how to start writing a ...
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Welcome to Ink and Impact for Christian Writers! I’m your host, Dalene Bickel - book coach and ghostwriter with more than 25 years in the self-publishing industry. Whether you’re working on your first or fiftieth book, I’m here to help you become the writer God called you to be. Each week you’ll receive rotating content full of practical information and tangible tips as well as occasional expert interviews and industry insights, all from a Biblical perspective. Get ready to ditch overwhelm, ...
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🔥 Every day, your creativity is under siege—by distractions, doubts, and endless noise. If you don’t defend your creative space, it will be taken from you. In today’s episode, we break down: ✔️ Why writing sporadically weakens your focus ✔️ How daily writing builds mental walls that keep distractions out ✔️ The simple challenge that will train your…
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Send me your feedback! Have you ever wondered why your voice as a writer is so important? In this episode, Dalene shares a captivating story of how her voice literally saved her college career and reveals the three key reasons why your author voice matters, especially as a Christian aspiring author. Discover how your unique identifier sets you apar…
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🔥 Ever struggle to stay consistent with writing? Feel like you need motivation just to get started? In today’s episode, we break down: ✔️ Why relying on motivation is a mistake ✔️ The neuroscience behind process addiction formation ✔️ A simple 7-day writing challenge to rewire your brain for consistency 🎧 Listen now Keep the words rolling and the a…
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What if procrastination wasn’t your enemy—but your secret weapon? Most writers think they need to fight procrastination. Wrong. You don’t need more discipline or willpower. You just need to flip the switch. Because here’s the truth: 🧠 Procrastination and deep creative flow use the same brain pathways. 🚀 The only difference? Which network is in cont…
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Ever feel drained before you even start writing? It’s not a lack of motivation—it’s decision fatigue. Every time you ask yourself, "Should I write today?", you’re burning mental energy that could have been used for actual writing. The highest-performing writers don’t decide to write—they remove the decision altogether. In this episode, we break dow…
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Ever sat down to write and felt like your brain was wading through mud? Like your creative pathways had rusted over? That’s not writer’s block—it’s neural resistance. The truth is, writing isn’t hard. Starting is hard. And every time you skip a day, you make it even harder. In this episode, we break down: ✔️ Why your brain fights writing after brea…
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Ever feel like you don’t have enough time to write? What if I told you that writing daily actually expands your time? This isn’t productivity hype—it’s neuroscience. Writers who practice daily experience time dilation, a cognitive shift where minutes stretch and creative focus deepens. The result? You get more done in less time—without rushing. In …
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Writing in bursts might feel productive, but it’s actually slowing you down. Every time you stop for days or weeks, you lose momentum—and starting again feels like climbing a mountain. So what’s the fix? Small, daily writing sessions. In this episode, I share: 🔥 Why daily writing isn’t just about discipline—it’s about making writing easier. 🔥 The s…
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Writing is a lot like running. The hardest part? Starting. But once you get moving, something shifts. Momentum kicks in. The words come easier. The struggle fades. And before you know it, writing feels natural—like breathing. In this episode, I share what training for my first marathon taught me about why writing daily changes everything—and why st…
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Ever feel stuck waiting for inspiration? Think you need more time, validation, or motivation before you can truly call yourself a writer? Think again. In this episode, we uncover: ✔️ Why writing daily—not waiting—is the key to becoming a pro. ✔️ The science behind action and how it rewires your brain. ✔️ A simple challenge to break through hesitati…
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If you only write when it feels important, you’re training yourself to hesitate. And that hesitation? That’s Resistance keeping you stuck. In this episode, we break down why writing before it feels logical, urgent, or necessary is the key to becoming the writer you want to be. You’ll learn how your brain builds creative endurance, why waiting for i…
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Want to be a writer? Then stop waiting to feel like one. In today’s episode, we break down why writing daily—before it feels important or justified—is the key to transforming from “I want to be a writer” to “I am a writer.” Through the story of a soldier in combat, we explore why discipline beats inspiration every time. 🚀 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why s…
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You say you don’t have time to write, but is that really the truth? Or is something deeper at play? In today’s bite-sized episode, we’re cutting through the jungle of excuses and exposing the real reason you’re stuck. If you’ve been waiting for more time, this episode will shake you up and show you why you don’t need more hours—you need a better mi…
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You’re stuck. Writing but not finishing. Creating but not sharing. Dreaming but not executing. I’ve been there too—until I realized the problem wasn’t my schedule, my skill, or my ambition. The problem was ME. That’s why I’m launching the 101-Day Triple Crown Challenge—writing, running, and publishing daily, no excuses, no escape. Because freedom i…
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Send me your feedback! Are you struggling with feelings of imposter syndrome? You know, the belief that you don't know enough or aren't qualified enough to write and share your God-given message. Imposter syndrome is often the result of comparison, a lack of confidence, and/or fear of not hitting certain standards or goals (aka perfectionism). If y…
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Send me your feedback! Writing a book that makes an impact takes forethought and strategy. In today's episode, Dalene Bickel shares five ways to write a book that readers will buy and recommend. Leave a voice message via SpeakPipe. Work with Dalene: 1:1 book coaching session (single) 1:1 book coaching sessions (ongoing) Thanks for listening! Join t…
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Send me your feedback! Keeping up with trends in the publishing industry is important for all authors, but especially indie authors like you. In today's episode, Dalene Bickel discusses the 11 trends outlined by Andrew Rhomberg in his article, "The Future of Book Publishing - 2025 and Beyond." Book recommendation: Stitching Your Story Piece by Peac…
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Send me your feedback! Things don't always go as planned. In this episode, you'll learn how to handle the unexpected disruptions and obstacles that will inevitably materialize throughout your author journey. Be sure to respond to the poll! Do you want to see more content about: How to write life story How to self-publish your book How to market you…
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Send me your feedback! This episode is a clarion call to Christian writers to remember who you are in Christ and why your book matters. The stakes are high, my friend. Listen in. Author Marketing Lab Become a better marketer and sell more books, not just through mere information, but also through actual application. Each session covers one particul…
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Send me your feedback! Join the new Author Marketing Lab! The first monthly session begins Friday, January 31, 2025. Register today! In today's episode, you'll discover the 3 Best Places to Find an Editor PLUS: 2 places to avoid finding an editor, What questions to ask when considering an editor, What you can expect to pay an editor, and 1 specific…
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Send me your feedback! You know when you set out to write a book and it seemed so straightforward - just transfer the message or story in your head into a typed document and then send it to a publisher and boom! You're a published author! But then you sat down to write and you experienced writer's block, so you turned to Google, joined some FB grou…
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On a chilly December afternoon in 2014, I closed the door to my bedroom, swallowed back nerves—even trembled a little as I held a tiny earpiece as a microphone. Then I cleared my throat and recorded my first podcast episode that lasted all of two minutes. At that point a seasoned author, I forgot what it felt like to send something into the world f…
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Send me your feedback! ✍ WRITING YOUR FIRST BOOK? Get 1:1 book coaching with me! https://dalenebickel.com/bookworthy-coaching Are you an aspiring indie author wondering exactly how to self-publish your book? These 5 steps are critical for your book's success! ✅ SELF-PUBLISHING CHECKLIST - free 2-page comprehensive checklist that helps you self-publ…
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Send me your feedback! Are you a risk taker or a resolution maker? If you're tired of putting "write a book" at the top of your resolutions year after year and it never getting done, it's time to take some strategic risks as a writer. Listen in for 5 ways to take strategic, micro-risks that will help you write and publish your book in 2025. Resourc…
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Send me your feedback! Congratulations, my writing friend! You've accomplished much to get where you're at today and there's even more to look forward to in the new year! Listen in as I celebrate your journey with you, provide some celebratory ideas, and share how far the Ink & Impact podcast has come over the last two-and-a-half years. I couldn't …
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Send me your feedback! In this episode, Dalene highlights 12 topics from the Ink & Impact podcast to help you reach your writing goals in the new year. If writing and publishing a book is one of your new year's goals, you definitely want to listen to this episode! Want to be featured on the upcoming 100th episode on December 31st? Simply submit you…
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Send me your feedback! It's time to fulfill your calling by putting your faith in action! Now that we’ve laid the foundation (Ep. 96) and erected the structure of our writing lives (Ep. 97), it’s time to open wide the doors to both invite readers in and to go out and meet them where they’re at. We shouldn’t consider marketing as our enemy. It’s a n…
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Send me your feedback! Today, Dalene shares 6 ways to build your faith as a Christian writer. We tend to bypass God – the source of unlimited strength, wisdom, and nourishment – as we rush to create things that we think will satisfy. Most of the time, it’s not done intentionally. Often, it’s because we get so wrapped up in the busyness of life that…
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Send me your feedback! Is your soul thirsting for more of Christ this Christmas season? Do you have a sense that you’re supposed to be doing something more for God with your writing, but you just don’t know what or how? Are you ready to jump off the holiday hamster wheel and into the arms of God? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, I i…
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Send me your feedback! If you're a writer who wants to publish a book in 2025, then be sure to listen to today's episode to discover the 5-step publishing process you need follow. PLUS, you'll learn about my Black Friday deal that enables you to join Bookworthy Academy at a 40% discount for 4 days only! ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Your Path to Publishing…
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A few years ago, a client came to me with an idea for a nonfiction book. She was ready to write a draft and send it to a publishing house. What she didn’t realize was that she was working a few steps ahead. Thankfully, we met early enough in the process that I was able to fill her in on the steps she’d need to take to pursue traditional publishing—…
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Send me your feedback! This episode dives into the what, why, and how of audiobooks for authors. If you've ever wondered if you should create an audiobook, this episode is for you! Not only does guest Linda Goldfarb share the benefits of audiobooks, she also offers tips and strategies for how to best create and market your audiobook. Resources Dale…
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Send me your feedback! Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with bonus CTA audit! If you really want to write a book, there are 5 things you need to stop doing right now to make significant progress, become more confident, and sell more books. And if you'd like to learn even more tips and develop a custom action plan that gets you unstuck, motivated, an…
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Send me your feedback! Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with bonus CTA audit! Do you wish you got more engagement on your blog posts, social posts, and newsletters? Have you ever wondered how some authors manage to sell more books, receive more book reviews, and get more people to recommend their books than others? There are many reasons, and many s…
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Send me your feedback! I got the idea for today's episode after reading an article about how Scholastic, the popular children's book distributor, selects their titles and marketing campaigns. That got me to thinking about what successful authors do to sell more books, regardless of whether they're traditionally or indie published. It will probably …
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Send me your feedback! Are you a Christian author who struggles to effectively market your book? If so, you'll want to listen to the entire episode to discover practical and proven ways to balance your faith with your book marketing efforts from guest Cathy McIntosh. Listen in! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 1:1 Coaching Session with Dalene B…
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Send me your feedback! In today's episode, host Dalene Bickel discusses the nitty gritty about book reviews. Topics covered include: The big myth around a certain # of book reviews on Amazon and why reviews really matter The recent FTC ruling about reviews Two often overlooked places to find new book reviewers How to ask for book reviews from your …
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Send me your feedback! In today's episode, I define what a book coach is, explain what a book coach does, and share 3 questions you should ask yourself to determine if you need a book coach. Bonus: You'll also walk away motivated and emboldened as a Christian writer! 🎧 So tune in and don't forget to leave some feedback using the link above! Resourc…
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Whether you are 8 or 80, it’s never too early or too late to become a published author. Today’s guest proves that. I am chatting with Barbara Sweeney, who just happens to be my aunt. For her 80th birthday last year, I offered to compile her poems into a book and publish them for her. It took us almost a year of working together through emails and p…
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Did you know that your novel writing success depends on what you believe about YOU? I believe you can master novel writing even if you have no experience, no credentials, and less than three hours a week to write. The secret lies in embracing your adventurous author identity. That’s what I’ve been doing over this last year and why I’ve changed the …
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Send me your feedback! There is no universal right or wrong way to publish your book. Self-publishing will be better for some authors while traditional publishing will be better for others. In today's episode, I'm going to share the TOP THREE factors you should take into consideration when trying to decide which publishing model is right for YOU. I…
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Send me your feedback! Today I'm sharing 7 effective self-editing techniques for each stage of the self-publishing process. Whether you're a first-time aspiring author or a seasoned indie writer, be sure to listen in to discover how to self-edit your manuscript, and have fun in the process! Don't just write a book. Make an impact. P.S. If you're a …
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Somewhere along the way, you stopped writing. Life got in the way. You lost your confidence. You ran out of time. You ran out of ideas. You hit a huge block you can’t get past. Maybe you thought writing belonged to younger-you, when the stakes were lower and you took more risks. For one reason or another, the words stopped flowing. You set aside yo…
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Send me your feedback! Timing is everything when it comes to launching your book, ESPECIALLY if you're a self-published author. In fact, there are 2 times you should avoid at all costs as an indie author. Ready to learn what they are? Listen and SUBSCRIBE! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: 1:1 Coaching Session - single breakthrough session to ga…
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Send me your feedback! Writing a God-honoring book isn't a task that you should take lightly, but neither should it paralyze you. Sometimes you just need some help getting started! That's what I'm going to do on today's episode: I'm going to help you get crystal clear on your book's content. Ready to learn what to write as a Christian aspiring auth…
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Is Substack the best platform for writers? Is it right for you? In this interview, publishing expert Jane Friedman explores Substack’s social media-like features, blogging-like functionality, podcast-host possibilities…and its implications for writers. From using Substack “Notes” to community cross-promotion, it’s an ecosystem worth understanding. …
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Send me your feedback! Earlier this week, we celebrated Labor Day here in the U.S., which honors all the workers who enable our country to function. It also made me think of all the hard work we writers put in to create a book. But sometimes we get overwhelmed and work harder than we need to. So today, I'm going to share 3 ways to simplify the book…
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“A writer — and, I believe, generally all persons — must think that whatever happens to him or her is a resource,” writer Jorge Luis Borges said in an interview, when asked about his blindness. “All things have been given to us for a purpose,” he continued, “and an artist must feel this more intensely. All that happens to us, including our humiliat…
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“The best advice I can give you to help you grow as a writer is to experience life.” We came to hear about queries and proposals. We wanted to learn how this speaker organized submissions and kept track of contact information. But at this breakout session at this writers’ conference, she insisted: “I know you think your writing career is all about …
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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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