Ep 49: Fact or Fiction: Publishing Memoir with Natalie Ogbourne

Ep 50: Faith, Failure, and 3.5 Million Books w/ Christopher Greyson

What does it take to sell over 3.5 million books as a self-published author? In this episode of The Business of Christian Fiction, Rachel Fahrenbach sits down with Christopher Greyson, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, to uncover the secrets behind his incredible success. ✅CHRISTOPHER’S BOOKS 👉https://amzn.to/3OYFZsv [https://amzn.to/3OYFZsv] From navigating failure to staying true to his faith and values, Christopher shares the hard-earned lessons, strategic insights, and powerful mindset shifts that transformed his writing career. If you're ready to take your writing to the next level without compromising what matters most, this conversation is for you! 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: * 00:00 – The Importance of Mindset for New Authors * 02:00 – Christopher's Journey to Self-Publishing * 05:00 – Why Staying True to Your Values Matters * 09:00 – Paying Attention and Being Creative * 12:00 – Learning from Failure and God's Timing * 18:00 – Balancing Writing, Family, and Finances * 28:00 – The Prayer, Dedication, Sweat, and Tears Approach * 36:00 – Learning from Reader Feedback * 44:00 – The Importance of Email Lists and Staying Current * 54:00 – Final Advice: Pray, Work, and Build Your Foundation This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.  📘 Connect With Christopher     ➡️ Christopher’s Website: http://www.natalieogbourne.comhttps://www.christophergreyson.com/ [https://www.christophergreyson.com/]     ➡️ Christopher’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherGreysonAuthor/ [https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherGreysonAuthor/]      ➡️ Christopher’s Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7203746.Christopher_Greyson [https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7203746.Christopher_Greyson]     ➡️ Christopher’s Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/christopher-greyson [https://www.bookbub.com/authors/christopher-greyson]       ➡️ Christopher’s Twitter: https://x.com/Chris_Greyson [https://x.com/Chris_Greyson]      ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction  Connect: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction  ============================= This Video was Filmed & Edited Using: Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam  Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02  Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5  Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed  ============================= We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.  ⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?  About this video: Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.

Ep 49: Fact or Fiction: Publishing Memoir with Natalie Ogbourne

Fact or Fiction? Memoir is the unique genre that blurs the line between reality and storytelling, offering both creative opportunities and publishing challenges. In today’s episode, Natalie Ogbourne joins Rachel to share her journey crafting and publishing her memoir, Waking Up in the Wilderness. ✅GRAB NATALIE’S BOOK 👉https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb [https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb] 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: * 04:00 - Challenges with Crafting Memoir * 08:00 - Setting as Character * 16:00 - Identifying Your Target Reader * 22:00 - Natalie’s Decision to Self-Publish her Memoir * 30:00 - Natalie’s Launch Strategy * 40:00 - Natalie’s Tools and Resources This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.  📘 Connect With Natalie     ➡️ Natalie’s Website: NatalieOgbourne.com [http://www.natalieogbourne.com] * Get access to "A Glimpse into Waking Up in the Wilderness," which features the prologue and first three chapters of her book! https://natalieo.myflodesk.com/glimpse [https://natalieo.myflodesk.com/glimpse]      ➡️ Natalie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie_ogbourne [https://www.instagram.com/natalie_ogbourne]     ➡️ Natalie’s Book: Waking Up in the Wilderness: A Yellowstone Journey https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb [https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb]      ➡️ Flourish Writers: https://www.flourishwriters.com/selfpublishmasterclass [https://www.flourishwriters.com/selfpublishmasterclass]       ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction  Connect: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction  ============================= This Video was Filmed & Edited Using: Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam  Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02  Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5  Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed  ============================= We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.  ⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?  About this video: Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.

Ep 48: Rising Above Rejection with Niche Genres

Rachel sits down with LG Nixon, author of Christian YA supernatural fiction, to discuss the challenges and joys of writing in a niche genre, which for LG is writing Christian ghost stories. ✅GET LG NIXON’S BOOKS 👉https://amzn.to/408USiY [https://amzn.to/408USiY]  📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: * 00:00 - Discussing the underrepresented genre in Christian fiction: YA fantasy. * 01:55 - How LG Nixon began writing Christian ghost stories. * 10:30 - Weaving scripture into a story. * 17:00 - Challenges of self-publishing versus traditional publishing. * 21:30 - Unique challenges in marketing “ghost” stories. * 44:00 - Hybrid publishing and print-on-demand services. * 58:15 - Advice for writers in niche genres not widely accepted in Christian publishing This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.  📘 Connect With LG Nixon     ➡️ https://lgnixon.com/freebies/ [https://lgnixon.com/freebies/]       ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/lg_nixon/ [https://www.instagram.com/lg_nixon/]      ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/l.g.nixon.author [https://www.facebook.com/l.g.nixon.author]  ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction  Connect: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction  ============================= This Video was Filmed & Edited Using: Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam  Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02  Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5  Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed  ============================= We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.  ⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?  About this video: Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.

Ep 47: Tips for Getting Your Novel in Libraries

Rachel is joined by her sister Ceilidh, a professional librarian! They dive into what authors need to know about getting their books on library shelves. Whether you're an indie author or traditionally published, this episode is packed with valuable insights! ✅CLICK HERE for my FREE resources for writers 👉https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources [https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources] 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: * 09:00 - Book Selection Process for Libraries * Ceilidh shares the factors she considers when selecting books for the library. * 18:00 - Challenges with Indie Authors Getting into Libraries * Ceilidh explains the difficulties libraries face when ordering indie-published books. * 22:00 - Best Practices for Authors Approaching Libraries * Ceilidh gives advice to indie authors on how to approach libraries to get their books added to collections. * 28:00 - Differences in Library Systems * Ceilidh and Rachel discuss how library systems operate differently and how that impacts authors. * 36:00 - Importance of Book Covers and Content Quality * Ceilidh emphasizes the importance of high-quality book covers and content, especially for indie authors trying to get their books into libraries. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.  📘 Connect With Ceilidh     ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/ceilidhthelibrarian/ [https://www.instagram.com/ceilidhthelibrarian/]      ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction  Connect: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction  ============================= This Video was Filmed & Edited Using: Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam  Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02  Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5  Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed  ============================= We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.  ⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?  About this video: Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.

Ep 46: What 25+ years in an Ad Agency Taught this Author about Writing Fiction with Marline Williams

Ep 46: What 25+ years in a Mad Man-style Ad Agency Taught this Author about Writing Fiction with Marline Williams Rachel sits down with Marline Williams (debut novelist and unapologetic Jesus freak since 1971) to talk about lessons learned as a copywriter in advertising that she applies now as a fiction writer. ✅CLICK HERE to pre-order All Men Are Liars 👉https://amzn.to/4dyAKdg [https://amzn.to/4dyAKdg] 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: * The #1 mistake authors make with marketing and advertising * 5 lessons Marline learned in advertising that she follows today * Why going indie means never having to say you're sorry * Why Marline decided to go the indie route * Why editors & agents rejected Marline’s novel (the reason will surprise you!) This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.  About Marline Williams  In her pre-authorial existence, Marline Williams was an advertising copywriter and editor. Ideal for learning to craft fiction, really. After half a century of convincing consumers to buy things they don’t need with money they don’t have, Marline retired. She tossed her snarky coffee mugs and reunited with her childhood joy—writing crazy, wonderful stories. Marline weaves midcentury-modern nostalgia and Jesus Movement memories into offbeat love stories for women who aren’t sure they believe in happily-ever-afters anymore. Her offbeat, faith-soaked romances are set in the swingin’ ’60s and funkadelic ’70s (with occasion trips to the nifty ’50s). Sweet-yet-swoony stories that go deep, but not dark. Her debut novel, All Men Are Liars (Jesus Revolution Romance, Book 1) launches September 2024. Wild and Sweet, a 1960’s Christmas novella (part of the Christmas in the Cascades anthology) launches October 2024. 📘 Connect With Marline     ➡️ https://marlinewilliams.com/ [https://marlinewilliams.com/]      ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/marlinewilliams_author/ [https://www.instagram.com/marlinewilliams_author/]     ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087164047981 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087164047981]      ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/user/31o3i6uz4dqrrtxvw4aox3o2wwsa [https://open.spotify.com/user/31o3i6uz4dqrrtxvw4aox3o2wwsa]      ➡️ https://www.pinterest.com/marlinewilliamsauthor/ [https://www.pinterest.com/marlinewilliamsauthor/]  ============================= 📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction  Connect: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction  ============================= This Video was Filmed & Edited Using: Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam  Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02  Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5  Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed  ============================= We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.  ⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?  About this video: Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.