Writers with Purpose
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This seminar discusses how to use writing purposefully and effectively. It emphasizes having a message, being led by God, seeking God through prayer and fasting, and putting purpose before people-pleasing. It also covers reaching a wide audience through various mediums, collaborating with other writers, the writing and publishing process, and using writing to create lasting impact and change the world. The seminar is hosted by Karolyne Roberts to help attendees develop as writers with purpose.
Writers with Purpose
- 1. Writers with Purpose Seminar Hosted By: Karolyne Roberts
- 2. A Writer with Purpose Has a message The Gospel Is passionate about spreading that message at all costs Willing to invest in the message even with the possibility of no return Is led by God Inspiration Scripture
- 3. A Writer with Purpose Seeks God Prayer Fasting Puts purpose before people pleasing Fame & Recognition Compromise Writes the truth in love No lies
- 4. Using Writing to Change the World Writing as a ministry instead of just a hobby Sharing a message or testimony Connecting with others Leaving a lasting impact Reaching the masses Worldwide Distribution Free and Reduced Priced Writing Online and E-Books
- 5. Using Writing to Change the World Seeking Charitable Uses Donating books or pamphlets to womens shelters, jails, schools in poor areas, etc. Donating proceeds to positive and progressive institutions Use Writing to Shed Light on a Universal Issue I.e. : Obesity, Poverty, Marriage etc. Still having the main message in mind
- 6. Collaborating with Other Writers Establishing Credibility Having a Foreword Widening the Realm of Influence Contributing Authors Making the Message Stronger Persuasion through testimony Incorporating other authors to emphasize a point
- 7. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Start? When you have and idea Act immediately Develop the idea Create and Outline Start Writing Finding that place of inspiration Filling in the blanks
- 8. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Stay Focused? Dont worry about the end result Page count or word count Dont be over analytical of your writing Get rid of distractions when writing Social Media People and Responsibilities Digital Devices and Phone calls
- 9. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Stay Focused? Dont write while youre in your emotions Biased and Judgmental Jumbled and Confusing Unclear and Inefficient Choose the best time for you to write Peace and Quiet Weekends
- 10. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Stay Focused? Choose the best place for you to write At home? Nature? Coffee Shop? Dont be afraid to experiment Take a RELAXING Break and Get back to it Pray, Worship, Lay in Silence, A nice warm shower or bath
- 11. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Work Towards Publishing? Decide How you want to do it With a publishing company Self Publishing Choose packages that tend to your needs, goals, and budget More expensive packages will include post- publishing benefits and marketing tools.
- 12. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Work Towards Publishing? Publishing Packages Basic: Publishing materials for those who have published before | No contract Premier: Publishing services for those who are less experienced with the publishing process but have no interest in post publishing benefits or marketing. | contract Professional: Publishing services for those who are less experienced with the publishing process and have interest in post publishing services and marketing | contract
- 13. Writing Your First Book: How Do You Work Towards Publishing? Find a Publisher Research Different Publishing Companies Check their manuscript requirements Send Your manuscript
- 14. Writing Your First Book: Whos involved? The Author Publisher Editor Artists Graphic Designers Illustrators Some Third Party Distributers Createspace Amazon.com
- 15. Writing Your First Book: Things to Consider What Type of Book? Fiction, non-fiction, memoir, etc. Whats the Structure and Format? Chapter organization Who am I Targeting? I.e. Children, adults, women, fathers, etc. What size do I want my book to be?
- 16. Writing Your First Book: Things to Consider What do I want my cover to look like? Picture of me? Typography? Matted or shiny? Whats do I want my back cover to emphasize? About the book? My bio? Quotes?
- 17. Writing Your First Book: Things to Consider www.bookcovercafe.com/ selecting-the-right-book-size/
- 18. Writing Your First Book: What Happens After? Youll feel accomplished Obedient Capable Doors will open Speaking about your message Pouring into the lives of others Lives will be changed Testimonies | Salvation | Planting a Seed
- 19. Conclusion Karolyne Roberts | Mrs. Anse-A-Veau International Author of Before Saying Yes to the Ring Early Beginnings Education Business
- 20. Thank You! Connect with me www.karolyneroberts.com Twitter | @karolyneroberts Instagram | @karolyneroberts Facebook | Karolyne Roberts