Words For Writers, Ginny L. Yttrup

In part two of my interview with award-winning and bestselling author Lauraine Snelling, Lauraine discusses the practical aspects of writing fiction, including research, fiction structure, pre-writing rituals, and more. Lauraine also talks about God's provision and her next series of novels.Listen in and learn from this wise and seasoned author.Award-winning and bestselling author Lauraine Snelling has published over 130 books with sales of more than 4.5 million books. Her original dream was to write horse books for children. Today, she writes inspirational adult novels about real issues centered on themes like forgiveness, loss, domestic violence and cancer in both contemporary and historical genres. She is best known for the Blessing books set in the fictional town of Blessing, North Dakota.Lauraine has won the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award for Inspirational Fiction, the Silver Angel Award for An Untamed Land and a Romance Writers of America Golden Heart for Song of Laughter. In 2012 due to her Norwegian Heritage and the many novels she has written about Norwegians immigrating to America, Lauraine was inducted into the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame.As a sought-after speaker, Lauraine encourages others to find their gifts and live their lives with humor and joy.A Season of Harvest, Book 4 of the Leah's Garden series is now available for pre-order.Larkspur Nielsen is determined to keep her family homestead running and to fulfill their Leah's Garden dream, with or without help. When Isaac McTavish lends a hand at the family farm, Lark realizes the affection he holds for her yet pushes him away, certain she doesn't need him or anyone else. But Isaac is set on convincing her that he's ready to stay and she doesn't have to carry everything by herself.As a new romance blossoms between Lilac and an old schoolmate and the other Nielsen sisters are busy caring for their families, Lark shoulders more and more responsibility on the farm. When a long-feared threat returns and Lark approaches the breaking point, the life she has always dreamed of is in danger of disappearing forever.Bestselling author Lauraine Snelling brings her Leah's Garden series to a satisfying end with this heartfelt historical romance.Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Lauraine Snelling, author of more than 130 books, shares her experience, wisdom, and faith as she discusses the obstacles writers encounter, how to overcome them, and the hidden value they offer. In this inspiring interview, Lauraine recounts some of the personal obstacles she's faced, the way God has provided during difficult times, how she's written so many books, and more. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, this episode is for you!Award-winning and bestselling author Lauraine Snelling has published over 130 books with sales of more than 4.5 million books. Her original dream was to write horse books for children. Today, she writes inspirational adult novels about real issues centered on themes like forgiveness, loss, domestic violence and cancer in both contemporary and historical genres. She is best known for the Blessing books set in the fictional town of Blessing, North Dakota.Lauraine has won the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award for Inspirational Fiction, the Silver Angel Award for An Untamed Land and a Romance Writers of America Golden Heart for Song of Laughter. In 2012 due to her Norwegian Heritage and the many novels she has written about Norwegians immigrating to America, Lauraine was inducted into the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame.As a sought-after speaker, Lauraine encourages others to find their gifts and live their lives with humor and joy.A Season of Harvest, Book 4 of the Leah's Garden series is now available for pre-order.Larkspur Nielsen is determined to keep her family homestead running and to fulfill their Leah's Garden dream, with or without help. When Isaac McTavish lends a hand at the family farm, Lark realizes the affection he holds for her yet pushes him away, certain she doesn't need him or anyone else. But Isaac is set on convincing her that he's ready to stay and she doesn't have to carry everything by herself.As a new romance blossoms between Lilac and an old schoolmate and the other Nielsen sisters are busy caring for their families, Lark shoulders more and more responsibility on the farm. When a long-feared threat returns and Lark approaches the breaking point, the life she has always dreamed of is in danger of disappearing forever.Bestselling author Lauraine Snelling brings her Leah's Garden series to a satisfying end with this heartfelt historical romance.Are you looking for a community of like-minded fiction writers? Or maybe you've dreamed of learning to write fiction? Enrollment for the 2024 Fiction Crafters Cohort and the Your Novel: From Premise to Published Course open exclusively for Words for Writers subscribers this Friday, November 24, 2023.Watch your inbox for your 25% off coupon code!Learn more by clicking the buttons below:Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Members of The Lady Lits, a Mastermind Group, discuss their collaborative effort, Good Tidings: A Christmas Anthology, the unexpected and heartrending obstacle they encountered as they neared publication of their book, personal obstacles they've encountered and overcome, imposter syndrome, the necessity of commitment for writers, and the value of a supportive community. Writers, don't miss this inspiring and uplifting episode!The Lady LitsCynthia Zager Goodwin: cynthiazagergodwin.com, cynthiazagergodwin@gmail.com, Gates of Telandra SeriesJanet Joanou Weiner: janetjoanouweiner.com, Instagram, Facebook, Though Darkness DescendLinda Sammaritan: lindasammaritan.com, Facebook, X, World Without Sound SeriesSarah Soon: sarahsoon.com, Facebook, Instagram, Goodreads, Christmas at Sonshine BarnJill Wilson: jbeawilson.com, Facebook, Instagram, Blemished Sheep NovelsMari Eygaboard: marieygabroad.com, Facebook, Instagram, Living Uprooted: Encouragement for the Missionary WifeSusan Marie Graham: susanmariegraham.com, Pinterest, Substack, Instagram, Facebook, There Will Your Heart BeUnwrap the gifts nestled in these stories of love, loss, and laughter. Plus, enjoy a favorite family recipe from each author! * After Rooney moves into her grandparents' abandoned beach house to escape her rocky marriage, an unexpected friendship lights her way forward. * Upon returning home to the family business, Lina must choose between a love born out of convenience or restoring a love once lost. * Her singing voice broke beyond repair. So did her marriage. Will a Christmas concert bring her joy or add to her bitterness?* When Jackie is offered a missionary position in Zimbabwe, will she have to choose between her love for Mick and the job she has always desired? * A strike in Santa's Toy Shop two days before Christmas! Will the Magic help managing elf Twinkle meet quota in time for Santa's delivery? * An innkeeper's wife wrestling infertility receives a delightful blessing made just for her. * The unexpected blessing of a baby born in Paris on Christmas Day and the surprise gifts along the way. To give back, each storyteller is donating her profits from this project to a charity of her choice.Are you looking for a community of like-minded fiction writers? We'd love to welcome you to the Fiction Crafters Cohort! Enrollment opens November 24, 2023.Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

As author Amy Lynn Taylor neared the publication of her debut novel the unthinkable happened and her life was turned upside down. Listen as Amy shares her story of publishing through grief, fully dependent on God's faithfulness and strength, and the true love story that inspired her beautiful romance novel, Unbridled Trust.Amy Lynn Taylor enjoys a simple, yet rich life nestled in the Collegiate Peaks of Colorado. She taught elementary students for eleven years until her husband drew up a contract at their kitchen table, offering her one-and-a-half years of guaranteed, paid employment to exceed her current wages if she would begin a quest to write. From that time forward, Amy dared to dream a new dream of writing romances with depth of faith and emotion. When she's not writing, you'll find her outdoors, on her Peloton, reading several books at once, or spending time with those she loves. To learn more about Amy and her writing, visit her website at www.amylynntaylorauthor.com.Connect with Amy on social media:FacebookInstagramMentioned in the episode: JB Wilson, Editorial ServicesBetrayal was the last thing they wanted . . . and the one thing they needed.Ostracized by high-profile people in her hometown and presuming she'll never regain lost trust, Kennedy Kerner writes off her lifelong dream of turning her family's Colorado horse ranch into an outreach for hurting children. Until the day a young girl in need lands in Kennedy's pasture, along with the girl's handsome uncle.Independent computer networker Garrett Dagwood, a.k.a. Dag, is content with his loner lifestyle, distancing himself from his family and the disappointment of failing to carry on a military legacy. When his mom dies suddenly, he's unable to ignore a request to have his niece, Lucy, live with him temporarily. It doesn't take long, though, for Dag to rethink his decision and ability to handle Lucy's unique needs.Unwilling to fail, Dag enlists the help of Kennedy and her herd of rescued horses. As the two work together to support Lucy, Dag dares to trust in someone other than himself, and Kennedy learns to trust her heart again. But will an unthinkable turn of events trigger their past wounds, destroying a future they've just begun to hope for?Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

In part 2 of my interview with debut author and podcaster, Holly Varni, Holly continues her story about reaching the milestone of publication, talks about the role of an important mentor in her life, and answers questions from listeners. Holly offers encouragement to writers who've grown weary in their pursuit of publication as she shares her inspiring story of patience and perseverance.Holly Varni is a native Minnesotan of strong Norwegian descent, who was raised in the Lutheran Church that Garrison Keillor made a career depicting. Between the lutefisk, grumpy grandparents, and crazy neighbors who mowed their lawn wearing pajamas, the seed to becoming a storyteller was planted. Though she, her husband, and their three sons live along the Central Coast of California, her beloved Midwest roots continue to haunt everything she writes. She hosts the Moments from Moonberry Lake podcast where she shares more stories of her beloved characters. Learn more at www.hollyvarni.com.Connect with Holly on social media:FacebookInstagramListen to Part 1 of my interview with Holly:Praise for On Moonberry Lake:"Delightful! Charming! Full of characters who take up residence in your heart. The best of 'News from Lake Wobegon' and Father Tim combined." Lauraine Snelling, bestselling author of the Red River of the North series"An uplifting novel about the power of small-town community." Suzanne Woods Fisher, bestselling author of The Sweet Life"Rich characters, a delightful setting, and a heartwarming story. You'll love everything about On Moonberry Lake!" Ginny L. Yttrup, award-winning author of WordsEnjoy Moments from Moonberry Lake . . . Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Debut author and podcaster, Holly Varni, discusses the inspiration for her novel, On Moonberry Lake (Revell), and obstacles she faced on her path to publication. Holly offers encouragement to writers who've grown weary in their pursuit of publication as she shares her inspiring story of patience and perseverance.Holly Varni is a native Minnesotan of strong Norwegian descent, who was raised in the Lutheran Church that Garrison Keillor made a career depicting. Between the lutefisk, grumpy grandparents, and crazy neighbors who mowed their lawn wearing pajamas, the seed to becoming a storyteller was planted. Though she, her husband, and their three sons live along the Central Coast of California, her beloved Midwest roots continue to haunt everything she writes. She hosts the Moments from Moonberry Lake podcast where she shares more stories of her beloved characters. Learn more at www.hollyvarni.com.Connect with Holly on social media:FacebookInstagramPraise for On Moonberry Lake:"Delightful! Charming! Full of characters who take up residence in your heart. The best of 'News from Lake Wobegon' and Father Tim combined." Lauraine Snelling, bestselling author of the Red River of the North series"An uplifting novel about the power of small-town community." Suzanne Woods Fisher, bestselling author of The Sweet Life"Rich characters, a delightful setting, and a heartwarming story. You'll love everything about On Moonberry Lake!" Ginny L. Yttrup, award-winning author of WordsEnjoy Moments from Moonberry Lake . . . Ginny L. Yttrup is a Christy Award-winning novelist, a developmental editor, and founder of Words for Writers which offers inspiration and instruction for writers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 11: Susy Flory, Everything Memoir Do you have a personal story you'd like to write? Does the idea of writing a memoir intrigue you, but you aren't sure where to begin? New York Times Bestselling Author, and founder of Everything Memoir, Susy Flory, shares her passion for serving writers, and discusses the elements necessary for a publishable memoir, the similarities between memoir and fiction, and her upcoming program, My One-Year Memoir, a small group for those seeking instruction and encouragement as they write their memoir over the course of a year. Susy Flory is the New York Times bestselling author or co-author of sixteen books, including the runaway bestseller, Thunderdog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust at Ground Zero, written with Michael Hingson. A graduate of UCLA, Susy has a background in journalism, education, and communications. This year, she’s completing a masters in New Testament from Northern Seminary. She is the founder of Everything Memoir, a diverse community of people who are working on a memoir and looking for help, inspiration, encouragement, and coaching. Susy also serves as Chair for West Coast Christian Witers, a nonprofit organization that serves writers through conferences and community. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 10: Rachelle Gardner, Gardner Literary Have you ever wondered exactly what a literary agent does for an author? Literary agent and founder of Gardner Literary, Rachelle Gardner, offers excellent insight into the expertise and services an experienced agent offers authors. Those services go far beyond contract negotiations. She also discusses whether or not it’s important for an agent and author to share the same theological views, the elements of a strong memoir, and more. An informative conversation with a leading literary agent. As a literary agent since 2007, Rachelle Gardner has negotiated 300+ contracts with more than 20 publishers, and worked with more than 200 authors to bring their books to publication and build their careers.She’s been in publishing since 1995, worked in-house at two publishing companies, and edited books published by Harper Collins, Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, and many more. Nowadays she feels lucky to work at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado.When she’s not working, you can usually find her out hiking the local trails, riding her bike, haunting bookstores, or having coffee at Starbucks.Gardner Literary Submissions Connect with Rachelle Gardner This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 9: Janet Kobobel Grant and Wendy Lawton, Books & Such Literary Management Janet Kobobel Grant, Founder and President of Books & Such Literary Management, along with Wendy Lawton, Vice President of Books & Such, share valuable information about publishing, the importance of community for writers, and they answer specific questions about the platform numbers publishers seek. This episode is a mini-masterclass in publishing! Janet Kobobel Grant had two goals as a grade-schooler: to read all the books in the library and to write a novel each summer. Her dream was to win the Pulitzer Prize. Well, she never did read all those books, she seldom completed her summer writing project, and she certainly never won a Pulitzer Prize. But those unusual aspirations were indicative of her love of books.She personally knows the pressures, uncertainties, and joys of writing because she's written the following books: But Can She Type? with InterVarsity; Where Is God When I Need Him Most? with NavPress; Growing in Prayer; Experiencing God's Presence; Every Child Needs a Praying Mom (with Fern Nichols and a Silver Medallion winner); The Breast Cancer Care Book (with Sally M. Knox, M.D. and a Retailers Choice finalist); and collaborated on several Women of Faith books (all with Zondervan).But she understands the inside scoop on publishing as well, having helped to launch Here's Life Publisher, managed her own imprint with Zondervan, and served as managing editor of books for Focus on the Family. Working in these capacities provided her with a strong publishing network, experience in negotiating contracts, and comprehension of each production stage a book must move through, from acquisition to printed matter.Her desire to help authors create the most marketable, carefully-crafted manuscripts and to see those authors succeed in their careers was probably born in the library she frequent This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

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Episode 7: Julie Gwinn, The Seymour Agency What criteria determines whether a writer seeking traditional publication should pitch their project in the Christian or General Marketplace? Vice President and Agent with The Seymour Agency, Julie Gwinn, discusses that question and more, including platform target numbers, and her ideal author. The inside scoop from a respected literary agent with a multifaceted background in the publishing world. Julie Gwinn most recently served as Marketing Manager for the Christian Living line at Abingdon Press. Before that, she served as Trade Book Marketing Manager and then Fiction Publisher for the Pure Enjoyment line at B&H Publishing Group, a division of LifeWay Christian Resources.She was awarded Editor of the Year and Agent of the Year finalist by the American Christian Fiction Writers and is a member of  AAR, RWA and ACFW.Julie has more than 25 years of public relations and marketing experience and has worked in marketing for several Nashville nonprofit organizations, including the Tennessee Association for the Education of Young Children, the Nashville Area Red Cross, and the YWCA. She puts that marketing expertise to use in working with her authors.Julie is actively looking for diverse voices in both fiction and non-fiction and is currently looking for romance, mystery/true crime, historical  and speculative/fantasy novels. In nonfiction she is looking for self-help, lifestyle, motivational and sports related books.As of January, Julie’s query process has changed. She is no longer accepting email queries and has started using Query Manager to manage this part of the business. Please visit her Query Manager portal at the link below where you will find instructions on the process and how to upload your materials. The Seymour Agency This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 6: Ginny L. Yttrup – The Path to Publication Words For Writers Podcast host and award-winning novelist, Ginny L. Yttrup, shares her path to publication, including her qualifications, or lack-thereof, to write, and the crucial role conferences played in her publication story. She also talks about the backstory of her Christy Award winning novel, Words. Ginny issues a challenge to writers to allow God to prepare them for publication. Ginny L. Yttrup is the award-winning, bestselling author of Words, a double Christy Award finalist, and Christy Award winner for Best First Novel. Also the author of six other novels, including Invisible, Book One of the Mendocino Village Series and RT Reviews Inspirational Novel of the Year. Ginny is the founder of Words For Writers where she coaches writers, creates resources for writers, hosts the Words for Writers podcast, and works as a developmental editor on fiction and memoir projects. She resides in Lincoln, California, with her rescue pup, Henry, and near her adult children who she loves hanging out with regularly. Connect with Ginny L. Yttrup This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 5: Cynthia Ruchti – Facing the Dawn Award-winning, bestselling author, and literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management, Cynthia Ruchti, discusses the writing of her new release, Facing the Dawn (Revell, March 2, 2021), including how to give readers breathing space during intense scenes, weaving in spiritual themes, and the artistry in her writing. She also shares her productivity tips for authors. This episode is especially significant for those writers or readers who are interested in exploring the deeper life. Cynthia Ruchti tells stories hemmed in Hope through her novels, novellas, devotions, and nonfiction, and through speaking for women's events/retreats and writers' conferences/workshops. She draws from 33 years of experience writing and producing the 15-minute daily radio broadcast, “The Heartbeat of the Home.” Her books have received recognition from RT Reviewers' Choice Book of the Year, PW Starred Reviews, Selah Awards, Christian Retailing's BEST Awards, Golden Scroll Awards and Novel of the Year, The Carol Award, two Christy finalists, and more. She serves as Professional Relations Liaison for American Christian Fiction Writers, is a founding board member of the Deliver Hope ministry, and is part of the worship team at her church. She's also a literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management. She and her husband live in the heart of Wisconsin, not far from their three children and six grandchildren. Connect with Cynthia Ruchti This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Episode 4: James L. Rubart, Cast the First Stone James L. Rubart, bestselling author, member of the Christy Awards Hall of Fame, and co-owner of the Rubart Writing Academy, offers a behind the scenes look at his collaboration on the new The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone Series (Cast the First Stone, February 9, 2021) with authors Susan May Warren, and David Warren. He also discusses the impact of writing awards, writing the themes of our lives, and offers wisdom for writers. James L. Rubart is 28 years old, but lives trapped inside an older man’s body. He thinks he’s still young enough to water ski like a madman and dirt bike with his two grown sons, and loves to send readers on mind-bending journeys they’ll remember months after they finish one of his stories. He’s the best-selling, Christy Book of the Year, Carol, INSPY, and RT Book Reviews award winning author of ten novels, co-owner of The Rubart Writing Academy, and an audio book narrator. He lives with his amazing wife on a small lake in eastern Washington. More at www.jameslrubart.com Connect with James L. Rubart This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

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Episode 2: Sarah Sundin – When Twilight Breaks Award-winning novelist Sarah Sundin discusses her latest release, When Twilight Breaks (Revell, February 2, 2021). She shares the inspiration behind the story, and talks about the research she does for her historical fiction, her intricate plotting method, and her role as co-conference director for West Coast Christian Writers. Sarah Sundin is the bestselling author of several popular WWII series, including Sunrise at Normandy, Waves of Freedom, Wings of the Nightingale, and Wings of Glory. Her novels have received starred reviews from Booklist, Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly. The Sky Above Us received the Carol Award, her bestselling The Sea Before Us received the FHL Reader’s Choice Award, and both Through Waters Deep and When Tides Turn were named on Booklist‘s “101 Best Romance Novels of the Last 10 Years.” In addition to writing, Sarah serves as co-conference director for West Coast Christian Writers. Sarah lives in Northern California. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Bestselling author, blogger, and founder of Tribe Writers talks faith, writing, and his book, Real Artists Don't Starve. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com

Bonus Episode: Patricia Raybon, From Memoir to Fiction Bestelling, award-winning author, Patricia Raybon, discusses how she made the shift from writing memoir, devotionals, and personal essays to fiction, including how she learned the craft of fiction, and her takeaway for writers from the events of 2020. Patricia Raybon, an award-winning author and journalist, writes top-rated books that help her readers move big mountains. As an African American follower of Christ, she encourages people globally to love God and each other. A writer at Our Daily Bread Ministries and DaySpring's (in)courage blog, she's author of several books, devotionals, and essays on faith, race and grace. “Raw and comfortably real.” (Philip Yancey). “Glorious…Raybon can tell a story to be sure.” (Publishers Weekly). Her daring, insightful books include: My First White Friend, I Told the Mountain to Move, Undivided, and The One Year God’s Great Blessings Devotional. Connect with Patricia Raybon This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ginnyyttrup.substack.com