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    Explore " fiction writing" with insightful episodes like "246: How To Weave Faith Into Your Novel", "245: 5 New Writer Mistakes We Made...So You Don't Have To", "243: Perfection is the Enemy of Writing", "242: 10 Tips for Better Writing Productivity" and "241: What in the World is DMARC? A Step-by-Step Guide" from podcasts like ""Christian Indie Writers' Podcast", "Christian Indie Writers' Podcast", "Christian Indie Writers' Podcast", "Christian Indie Writers' Podcast" and "Christian Indie Writers' Podcast"" and more!

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    246: How To Weave Faith Into Your Novel

    246: How To Weave Faith Into Your Novel

    Whether you write explicitly Christian novels or not, you can still display your faith through your writing. Join the Ladies as they share some ideas on how to do this, as well as the normal shenanigans that come with each episode. 

    The Novel Marketing Podcast: When to Quit: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6uMaHLZhN3Qw9PtEhxx8kX

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    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Learn more about the hosts...

    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Sprint Prompt: deliver, flower, seize, judicial, ice

    245: 5 New Writer Mistakes We Made...So You Don't Have To

    245: 5 New Writer Mistakes We Made...So You Don't Have To

    Hindsight is 20/20, and when looking back, we see plenty of things we did as newbie writers that if we were to begin our writing careers today, we would definitely not do this time around. Join the ladies as they discuss what they did wrong and why you shouldn’t repeat their mistakes.

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    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/

    Sprint Prompt: 5 words; rotate, plane, multiply, false, discrimination

    243: Perfection is the Enemy of Writing

    243: Perfection is the Enemy of Writing

    Winston Churchill is quoted as saying, “Perfection is the enemy of progress,” and we have seen this truth play out in many writers’ lives. In this episode, Tina and Jen discuss why perfectionism is stopping you from writing and how to combat the desire to chase perfection.

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Sprint Prompt: “He kept me from making a big mistake.” “

    242: 10 Tips for Better Writing Productivity

    242: 10 Tips for Better Writing Productivity

    Are you looking for easy ways to become a more productive writer? Improving writing productivity is important for all authors, no matter what stage of your writing career you are in! Join the ladies as they discuss tips for boosting your writing productivity to make you more efficient!

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our Facebook Group!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/listenersofciwp

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Sprint Prompt:  forestry, throne, issue, justify, trouble

    241: What in the World is DMARC? A Step-by-Step Guide

    241: What in the World is DMARC? A Step-by-Step Guide

    We all know that email is king and that every author needs to build their email list. But did you know that very soon, all of your emails could end up in your readers’ spam folders? By February 1st, Yahoo and Gmail will begin automatically sending non-DMARCed emails to spam. But what in the world is DMARC? And how do you do it? On today’s episode, we discuss exactly what DMARC is and walk you through step-by-step how to do it with your own email!

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our Facebook Group!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/listenersofciwp

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...

    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/

    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/

    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/

    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Travis Myers – Murder Mysteries, Drugs and Detective Work Part 6

    Travis Myers – Murder Mysteries, Drugs and Detective Work Part 6

    Travis Myers and Jared Bradley discuss Travis' journey from law enforcement to writing crime mysteries, such as the "Tommy Keene detective series." Travis shares how he and his sister, Natasha, started writing as a fun project and ended up with a successful book.

    They also delve into how they weave real crime stories into their fictional mysteries, making for compelling and thrilling reads. The conversation touches on the gratification of police work, the impact of DNA technology on law enforcement, and the current state of police staffing in major cities.

    Travis Myers is a retired New York City Police Detective, and co-author of the Tommy Keane Detective Series, where he brings his extensive law enforcement background to life through gripping and authentic narratives in the realm of crime and justice.

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    This episode is Sponsored by M-Vac Systems, the innovative wet vacuum DNA collection system that has helped solve numerous cases. Make sure to check out their YouTube channel or head to their website at www.m-vac.com for more information.

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    Takeaways

    1. Pursue passions beyond established careers.
    2. DNA evidence transforms cold case solving.
    3. Urban police struggle with resources.


    Connect with Travis Myers:
    Website: www.bullypress.net
    Instagram: @official_tommy_keane_fanpage

    Jared Bradley:
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jaredvbradley

    Resources:


    Support the show


    All Things Crime is a new, comprehensive video series that will explore every aspect of crime and the ensuing investigation, one video interview at a time. The host, Jared Bradley, is the President of M-Vac Systems, which is a wet-vacuum based forensic DNA collection system, and has experience traveling the world training all levels of law enforcement and crime lab DNA analysts in using the M-Vac to help solve crime.


    Along the way he has met people from all walks of life and experience in investigating crimes, so is putting that knowledge to use in another way by sharing it in these videos. If you are interested in more videos about the M-Vac, DNA and investigations, also check out the M-Vac's channel @https://www.youtube.com/c/MVacSystems...


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    240: 5 Writer’s Goals for the New Year

    240: 5 Writer’s Goals for the New Year

    It’s a new year, and with the changing of the calendar usually comes the setting of resolutions, and our writing careers are no exception! After reading a blog post on Thesaurus.com, the ladies have been inspired to take on this topic and chat with listeners about their own goals!

    Original article that inspired this episode: https://www.thesaurus.com/e/writing/n...

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    239: Live Events for Authors with Ben Wolf

    239: Live Events for Authors with Ben Wolf

    Whether you are an introverted author or not, the thought of live, in-person events can be a daunting idea. But never fear…our friend and author Ben Wolf is on the podcast this week to present tried and true strategies and actionable information to make live events successful!
    Ben’s book: https://shorturl.at/efiJ1

    Learn more about Ben at www.benwolf.com

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our Facebook Group!     / listenersofciwp 

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    238: A Writer’s Christmas Carol

    238: A Writer’s Christmas Carol

    Our annual Christmas episode is finally here, and it is sure to not disappoint! Join the ladies as they visit with the writing ghosts of past, present and future! 

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    237: The End is In Sight: How to Conclude Your Story

    237: The End is In Sight: How to Conclude Your Story

    You’ve worked hard all last month to write 50,000, and now it’s time to bring it all home…it’s time to end your novel. But how exactly do you do that? The ladies share some thoughts on the subjects in this episode.
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group!     https://www.facebook.com/groups/listenersofciwp

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    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    236: Finding Writing Moments in Everyday Life

    236: Finding Writing Moments in Everyday Life

    We get it…you’re busy. No matter how much you’d rather be writing, life just gets in the way. We feel it too, which is why the ladies decided to discuss how to fit writing into your everyday life.
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/22406...

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Book | The Daedalus Protocol | A Conversation With Author Jeff Sheckter | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli

    Book | The Daedalus Protocol | A Conversation With Author Jeff Sheckter | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli

    Guests: Jeff Sheckter, Author

    On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-sheckter-4413a237?

    On Instagram | https://instagram.com/jeffsheckterbooks

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    Hosts: 

    Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast

    On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

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    This Episode’s Sponsors

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    Episode Introduction

    In a new episode of the Audio Signals Podcast, I journey into the fascinating world of Jeff Sheckter's debut novel, "The Daedalus Protocol". This gripping tale unfolds as a deadly pathogen threatens global catastrophe, prompting a mysterious figure named Daedalus to assemble a skilled team for an extraordinary mission. Led by SEAL commander Gryphon Oake, the team embarks on a treacherous archaeological quest, from ancient tombs to the Vatican, in search of a legendary artifact that could prevent imminent disaster.

    I explore with Jeff how he transitioned from a tech and real estate background to writing a complex thriller that blends elements of his passions, his heritage, historical puzzles, and an action-packed narrative. He shares his journey of self-discovery and creative evolution, from an initial kernel of an idea to a best-selling novel, despite having no prior experience in fiction writing.

    Jeff's story is a testament to following one's passion and the power of perseverance. He recounts how he used his analytical skills honed in tech and real estate to navigate the daunting world of publishing, ultimately achieving success with his first novel. His family played a pivotal role in this journey, with his sons contributing significantly to the editing process, even helping design the book's cover using AI technology.

    This episode not only spotlights an intriguing thriller but also celebrates the human spirit's capability to venture into unknown territories and succeed, reminding us that sometimes, stepping out of our comfort zone can lead to extraordinary achievements.

    About the Book

    A deadly pathogen has been unleashed across the globe, killing livestock and destroying crops as it spreads. A near-extinction event from worldwide famine will be certain if it’s not stopped in time.

    A mysterious man known only as Daedalus, possessing advanced technology and seemingly unlimited resources, has assembled a crew of notable soldiers and scientists for a mission to stop the coming plague.

    Embarking on a perilous archeological odyssey, this elite team, led by SEAL commander Gryphon Oake, delves from the depths of ancient tombs to the heart of the Catholic Church in order to unearth a long-buried treasure required to save the world. Racing against time and a crazed zealot hell-bent on annihilation, they must find the location of the fabled Fountain of Youth to thwart the coming threat.

    Unlock the mysteries of this pulse-pounding thriller, as the team deciphers puzzles from the age of the pharaohs and discover the true nature of immortality. To secure our future, they must reach back and uncover the secrets from our past.

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    Resources

    The Daedalus Protocol: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738936104?

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    For more podcast stories from Audio Signals: 
    https://www.itspmagazine.com/audio-signals

    Watch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS0aVY7qlwHxX3uiN7tqqsy

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    Book | The Daedalus Protocol | A Conversation With Author Jeff Sheckter | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli

    Book | The Daedalus Protocol | A Conversation With Author Jeff Sheckter | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli

    Guests: Jeff Sheckter, Author

    On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-sheckter-4413a237?

    On Instagram | https://instagram.com/jeffsheckterbooks

    _____________________________

    Hosts: 

    Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast

    On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

    _____________________________

    This Episode’s Sponsors

    Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?
    👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network

    _____________________________

    Episode Introduction

    In a new episode of the Audio Signals Podcast, I journey into the fascinating world of Jeff Sheckter's debut novel, "The Daedalus Protocol". This gripping tale unfolds as a deadly pathogen threatens global catastrophe, prompting a mysterious figure named Daedalus to assemble a skilled team for an extraordinary mission. Led by SEAL commander Gryphon Oake, the team embarks on a treacherous archaeological quest, from ancient tombs to the Vatican, in search of a legendary artifact that could prevent imminent disaster.

    I explore with Jeff how he transitioned from a tech and real estate background to writing a complex thriller that blends elements of his passions, his heritage, historical puzzles, and an action-packed narrative. He shares his journey of self-discovery and creative evolution, from an initial kernel of an idea to a best-selling novel, despite having no prior experience in fiction writing.

    Jeff's story is a testament to following one's passion and the power of perseverance. He recounts how he used his analytical skills honed in tech and real estate to navigate the daunting world of publishing, ultimately achieving success with his first novel. His family played a pivotal role in this journey, with his sons contributing significantly to the editing process, even helping design the book's cover using AI technology.

    This episode not only spotlights an intriguing thriller but also celebrates the human spirit's capability to venture into unknown territories and succeed, reminding us that sometimes, stepping out of our comfort zone can lead to extraordinary achievements.

    About the Book

    A deadly pathogen has been unleashed across the globe, killing livestock and destroying crops as it spreads. A near-extinction event from worldwide famine will be certain if it’s not stopped in time.

    A mysterious man known only as Daedalus, possessing advanced technology and seemingly unlimited resources, has assembled a crew of notable soldiers and scientists for a mission to stop the coming plague.

    Embarking on a perilous archeological odyssey, this elite team, led by SEAL commander Gryphon Oake, delves from the depths of ancient tombs to the heart of the Catholic Church in order to unearth a long-buried treasure required to save the world. Racing against time and a crazed zealot hell-bent on annihilation, they must find the location of the fabled Fountain of Youth to thwart the coming threat.

    Unlock the mysteries of this pulse-pounding thriller, as the team deciphers puzzles from the age of the pharaohs and discover the true nature of immortality. To secure our future, they must reach back and uncover the secrets from our past.

    _____________________________

    Resources

    The Daedalus Protocol: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738936104?

    _____________________________

    For more podcast stories from Audio Signals: 
    https://www.itspmagazine.com/audio-signals

    Watch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS0aVY7qlwHxX3uiN7tqqsy

    Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?
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    235: How to Win NaNoWriMo with Your Friends

    235: How to Win NaNoWriMo with Your Friends

    November is officially National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re participating in NanoWriMo, or even if you’re not, join us in this episode where we discuss how to win Nano with the help of others!
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    Ask Pam Anything: Pam Answers Your Writing Questions

    Ask Pam Anything: Pam Answers Your Writing Questions

    This week's episode is a solo episode featuring podcast host Pamela Cook answering listener questions on the craft of writing.

    • What do you do when the ideas aren't flowing?
    • What comes first, plot or character?
    • How do I stop adding new words at the revision stage?
    • How do you get through your darkest times as a writer?
    • What if a book with a similar plot or idea comes out while you're still working on yours?
    • What are your top three writing craft books?

    Pam also has news about 2024 courses and a retreat!

    Grab a cuppa, pop on your headphones while you walk and enjoy this informative episode  on the craft of writing.

     

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    #234: NaNoWriMo: Put Your Life On Autopilot.

    #234: NaNoWriMo: Put Your Life On Autopilot.

    November is officially National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re participating in NanoWriMo, or even if you’re not, join us in this episode where we discuss how to make things go smoothly by putting the rest of your life on autopilot as much as possible.

    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    233: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Structuring your Story

    233: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Structuring your Story

    October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NanoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss how to structure your story.
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    232: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Character Development

    232: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Character Development

    October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NaNoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss Character development for your NaNo project.
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

    Our new Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/liste...

    Visit our website: https://christianindiewriters.net/

    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com

    231: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Deciding What to Write

    231: NaNoWriMo Preptober: Deciding What to Write

    October is officially what is called Preptober. The month before National Novel Writing Month where we are challenged to write 50,000 words during the thirty days of November. So, if you’re planning on participating in NanoWriMo, join us in this episode where we discuss the first steps in preparing a manuscript for November.

    230: How to Write the First Chapter

    230: How to Write the First Chapter

    As we continue our Back to Basics Series, the ladies discuss another foundational topic…How to Write the First Chapter.
    30 Days of Writing Sprint Prompts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MGR7431

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    Learn more about the hosts...
    Jamie: https://writingshorts.net/
    Jenifer: https://jenifercarlltong.com/
    Tina: https://christinacattane.com/
    Rhonda: http://ddbouman.com