• 110 | Stuck with Writer's Block? Here's How to Overcome It
    Dec 6 2025

    Are you staring at your computer screen with nothing coming out… even though you want to write? Writer’s block isn’t always about lacking inspiration — sometimes it’s emotional, mental, organizational, or even spiritual. And if you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your message, this episode is going to help you understand why.

    In today’s conversation, we break down the 3 types of writer’s block aspiring Christian author encounter and the exact steps to overcome each one.

    Whether you're writing a memoir, a faith-based book, or any book genre, you’ll discover why writer’s block is often a symptom, not the root problem and how to get back into the flow with clarity, confidence, and Holy Spirit-led direction.

    Be Encouraged,

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  • 109 | How to Invite Holy Spirit into your Book Writing Journey
    Nov 20 2025

    Are you trying to write your book in your own strength? Maybe you’ve been praying about writing, but you haven’t actually prayed through your writing process. If writing has felt hard, confusing, or overwhelming lately, this episode will show you why — and how inviting the Holy Spirit into your book writing journey changes everything.

    In this powerful and practical conversation, we explore what it means to write as a Kingdom writer — not just relying on your own ideas, but partnering with the Holy Spirit for clarity, creativity, structure, and direction. You’ll hear real examples from my own writing process and learn how God provides wisdom, strategy, and peace when you allow Him to lead your book from beginning to end.

    Whether you’re a new Christian author, a faith-based storyteller, or a woman of faith who feels called to write a book that transforms lives, this episode will help you.

    If you’ve been trying to write alone, this is your reminder that you don’t have to. The Holy Spirit is ready to guide your words, your ideas, and your entire book writing journey.

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  • 108 | My #1 Strategy to Reengage With Your Writing After Taking a Break
    Nov 4 2025

    Have you taken a break from writing your book and now you’re struggling to start again? Whether you’re a first time author, a Christian writer, or a woman of faith trying to honor the book God called you to write - this episode will help you rebuild momentum with confidence, grace, and renewed sense of purpose.

    Life gets busy. Schedules shift. Motivation fades. However, your book assignment hasn’t changed. God still wants to use your story to impact others.

    In this episode, you’ll learn the #1 strategy to get back into writing whether it’s been weeks, months, or years away. We’re taking about practical action steps to reconnecting with your writing so you can write with clarity, purpose, and direction to finally finish your manuscript.

    Listen in and get the clarity, motivation, and gentle push you need to return to the assignment God placed on your heart.

    Be Encouraged,

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  • 107 | 3 Ways to Know If GOD is Leading You to Write a Book
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    Have you felt the nudge to write a book — but you’re still questioning whether it’s really God leading you… or just your own thoughts? If you’ve been wrestling with clarity, doubt, or fear around stepping into authorship, this episode is going to help you discern what God is saying in this season.

    We’re talking about how God confirms your calling to write — in ways that feel gentle, familiar, and impossible to ignore. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and the peace that comes from recognizing when a book assignment is truly a God assignment.

    This episode is for the Christian aspiring author who knows they have a story, testimony, message, or lived experience that could help someone else — but just needs that confirmation that now is the time.

    🎧 Press play to get the clarity your heart has been asking for… and the courage to say yes.

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  • 106 | The SECRET to Making Time for Writing When Life Is Busy
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    Feel like you never have time to write? Between work, family, and everything in between, sitting down to actually write your book can feel impossible. Between work, family, and everything in between, you keep telling yourself, “I’ll start when things slow down.” But what if that perfect time never comes?

    In this episode, we’re talking about how to make time to write your book, even when your schedule feels full. I’ll share practical strategies to help you make time for writing instead of procrastinating. It’s time to get focused on what God has called you to write —without feeling overwhelmed.

    You’ll be encouraged to take a fresh look at your time, make some tweaks, and finally move from procrastination and contemplation to progress. Because the truth is, you don’t need more hours in the day—you just need a plan and a little discipline to make room for your book.

    Tune in now to learn how to carve out intentional time for writing, stay motivated, and finish the book God placed on your heart.

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  • 105 | AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: How Dr. Patrice Carter Turned Her God-Given Vision into a Compelling Novel
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    Have you ever felt called to write a book but found yourself battling doubt, fear, endless distractions, or uncertainty about where to start?

    In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Patrice Carter—author of Rainbows in Dark Places—shares her book writing journey of turning a God-given vision into a powerful, faith-fueled novel that touches and changes hearts.

    We talk about what it really looks like to walk with God through the writing process—from facing spiritual resistance to staying consistent when life gets busy. Dr. Carter opens up about how she learned to invite the Holy Spirit into her writing, develop meaningful characters, and moving forward even when progress felt slow.

    If you’ve been sitting on your book idea, this episode will remind you that the vision God gave you - wasn’t a hoax! It’s in His timing and your message will reach those it’s meant to impact.

    You CAN write your first book!

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    Dr. Patrice J. Carter is a PhD, Author, Speaker, and Certified Holistic and Life Coach whose mission is to bring healing, transformation, and empowerment to the Body of Christ and beyond. As the founder and President of Breakpoint Coaching Collective, she has trained and certified hundreds of Christian life coaches to lead with integrity, faith, and excellence.

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    A proud U.S. Army Reserve Veteran, devoted wife, bonus mom, and ordained Prophet, Dr. Carter is known for her Spirit-led wisdom, compassion, and ability to help others discover their true identity, purpose, and destiny in God.

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  • 104 | Free Writing Tools to Keep You Organized in the Writing Process
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    Feeling stuck and unorganized in your writing process? You’re not alone. Most beginner authors get overwhelmed with scattered notes, missed writing sessions, and zero structure.

    But here’s the good news—you don’t need fancy software or expensive programs to stay on track.

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing free writing tools to keep you organized, inspired, and consistent as you work on your first book.

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  • 103 | Writing Process Holding You Back? 3 Book Writing Tips to Simplify
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    Are you putting off writing your book because life feels too busy? Maybe you’ve told yourself, “I’ll start when things slow down”—but life keeps life-ing, and your dream of becoming an author keeps getting pushed to the side. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest struggles for aspiring authors…overwhelm. Writing your first book doesn’t have to feel too difficult, chaotic, or time-consuming. With the right mindset and a simple plan, you can start making real progress today. Inside, I’ll share how to overcome the feeling of overwhelm, get organized, and take consistent steps toward finishing the book God placed on your heart. If you’ve been putting off writing your book, this episode will give you the boost of encouragement and direction to finally move forward with without feeling overwhelmed. Be Encouraged,

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