Create from Rest

You were made to create. You were also made to rest. Most advice in the Christian creative space treats those like opposites. They're not.Create from Rest is a weekly podcast for high-capacity Christian creative women who want to steward their calling with both conviction and strategy. Every episode: one clear topic, theological grounding, a practical framework, and a next step that won't overwhelm you.Hosted by Rachel Fahrenbach, self-published author building a six-figure author brand without agents, conferences, or permission from the industry.New episodes every Wednesday.

Create from Rest is a religion podcast hosted by Rachel Fahrenbach, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81.

Rachel Fahrenbach hosts Create from Rest, a religion show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #43

  Ep 43: Is Kickstarter Right for You and Your Book?

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  Are you considering using crowdfunding to launch your novel? Listen to Emilie Haney’s tips and advice for using Kickstarter. ***Check out Emilie’s Kickstarter ✅CLICK HERE 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eahendryx/falling-through-the-black?ref=discovery 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. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: Knowing if Kickstarter is right for you The different approaches to using Kickstarter What point in the publishing process should you do a Kickstarter campaign Why communication is vital for a Kickstarter campaign Profit margin (and other considerations) About Emilie Haney (E.A. Hendryx) E. A. Hendryx is an author, graphic designer, photographer, and podcaster living in Indiana with her husband, two dogs, and a cat named Pages. She writes fiction in multiple genres and spends more time on Instagram than she probably should. She grew up on a steady diet of Star Trek and Nancy Drew and believes that every idea is better in space. 📘 Connect With Emilie ➡️ https://www.eahcreative.com/ ➡️ https:// instagram.com/createexploreread ➡️ https://x.com/emiliehendryx ➡️ https://facebook.com/emiliehendryx ***Check out Emilie’s YA Fiction (pen name: E.A. Hendryx) ✅CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3W6W0Bk ***Check out Emilie’s Cozy Mysteries ✅CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3U2P31w ***Check out Emilie’s Rom-Coms (pen name: Bell Renshaw) ✅CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3JihdRx ============================= 📱 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.

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  Create from Rest

  Ep 42: Creating from Rest in 2024 - Part Two: Rachel's Story | January

  —57 min

  What do you do when God has asked you to set everything down for a year? What do you do when God has asked you to dig in and grow without striving and burning out? This year, Erin and Rachel are leaning into creating from rest this year and are inviting you into the conversation. Note: This is part two of this conversation. For part one, check out Ep 41. 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. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: Applying the lessons of Sabbath to regular work rhythms What Rachel’s 2024 work-year looks like What Rachel has learned so far About Erin Greneaux Erin Greneaux is a wife and mom to three girls in Lafayette, Louisiana. A graduate of Baylor University, Erin has worked in Christian ministry for over a decade in children’s ministry, missions, education in at-risk communities, and curriculum development. Erin is passionate about applying God's Word to everyday life in a way that is clear and creative. Her published works include fiction, non fiction, poetry, and even a board game! 📘 Connect With Erin ➡️ https://www.Greneauxgardens.com ➡️ https://facebook.com/GreneauxGardens ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/eringreneaux ***Check out Erin’s books ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3whO9Gq ============================= 📱 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: Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction 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://www.descript.com?lmref=r1smdQ ============================= 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.

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  Create from Rest

  Ep 41: Creating from Rest in 2024 - Part One: Erin’s Story | January

  —48 min

  What do you do when God has asked you to set your work down for a year? What do you do when God has asked you to dig in and grow your business without striving and burning out? This year, Erin and Rachel are learning what it means to create from rest this year and are inviting you into the conversation. ***Check out Erin’s books ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3whO9Gq Note: This is just part one of this conversation and so the end cuts off abruptly. Please check out part two in Ep 42. 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. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 What the Creating from Rest episodes will be throughout 2024 Topics covered in this episode: Understanding and apply a “sabbath year” What Erin’s 2024 work-year looks like What Erin has learned so far ***Check out Erin’s books ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3whO9Gq About Erin Greneaux Erin Greneaux is a wife and mom to three girls in Lafayette, Louisiana. A graduate of Baylor University, Erin has worked in Christian ministry for over a decade in children’s ministry, missions, education in at-risk communities, and curriculum development. Erin is passionate about applying God's Word to everyday life in a way that is clear and creative. Her published works include fiction, non fiction, poetry, and even a board game! 📘 Connect With Erin ➡️ https://www.Greneauxgardens.com ➡️ https://facebook.com/GreneauxGardens ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/eringreneaux ***Check out Erin’s books ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3whO9Gq ============================= 📱 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: Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction 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://www.descript.com?lmref=r1smdQ ============================= 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.

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  Create from Rest

  Ep 40: Make Money while Writing Your Novel with Ericka Andersen, Freelance Writing Coach

  —37 min

  Do you feel the tension between wanting to work on your novel while also needing to pay the bills? Well, today’s guest, Ericka Andersen, has a solution for you: Freelance writing! ***Check out Ericka’s Course ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 http://bragworthybylines.com 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. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Topics covered in this episode: The Pros and Cons of freelance writing for fiction writers How freelance writing can be a lucrative option for fiction writers Will freelance writing take time away from writing your novel? How freelance writing can support your novel publishing goals First steps to getting started as a freelance writer ***Check out Ericka’s Course ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 http://bragworthybylines.com About Ericka Andersen Ericka Andersen is a freelance writer living in Indianapolis with her husband and two kids. She regularly contributes articles to places like the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and Christianity Today. She is most recently the author of "Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church & the Church Needs Women. 📘 Connect With Ericka ➡️ https://pitchandpublish.co ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pitchandpublish ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericka_andersen ➡️ Get Ericka's Book Leaving Cloud 9 : https://amzn.to/4881NsS ➡️ Get Ericka's Book Reason to Return : https://amzn.to/3w6Ue8I ****Check out Ericka’s course Brag Worthy Bylines: http://bragworthybylines.com ============================= 📱 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: Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction 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://www.descript.com?lmref=r1smdQ ============================= 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.

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  Create from Rest

  Ep 15: Practical Advice for Marketing Young Adult Fiction with Chantal MacDonald

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  How in the world do you get a YA novel into the hands of a teenager? Today’s guest, Chantal MacDonald has really sound advice for both writing YA fiction and for getting your book into the hands of your reader–and no, you don’t have to dance on TikTok to do it. **** CHECK OUT CHANTAL’S NOVEL, Hope at the Ocean’s End ✅ CLICK HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/3TQYeSm 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. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 About Chantal MacDonald Chantal is a high school teacher by trade with a Master’s degree in English Lit but took a break from teaching to be a stay at home mom since 2015. She started pursuing writing just before the pandemic hit and self-published her debut novel Hope at the Ocean’s Edge in May 2022. While working on the novel’s sequel, she also wrote a children’s book which was released in November 2022. Chantal lives on the East Coast of Canada with her husband and three young children. 📘 Connect With Chantal ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/chantaljmacdonald ➡️ http://www.facebook.com/chantaljmacdonald ➡️ https://chantaljmacdonald.wordpress.com ****Get CHANTAL’S BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3TQYeSm ============================= 📱 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/@rachelfahrenbach ============================= 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 Equipment: Pyle Microphone Boom Suspension Stand Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3VGlwtr Video Editing: Descript Descript ➡️ https://www.descript.com?lmref=r1smdQ ============================= Rachel is on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling. Here are the ways Rachel is in your corner: ⚡ ️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources ⚡ ️LOOK OVER SHOULDER: Watch as Rachel implements the business and marketing tactics we talk about here into her current WIP: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/lookovershoulder ⚡ ️COACHING: Not quite sure how to position yourself and your writing to accomplish your business goals (or even figure out your business goals)? I can help you figure out your next steps! Schedule a Call with Rachel: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/coaching ⚡ ️BOOK: Check out the REST & REFLECT guided journal to help you put rhythms of rest in your week: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/journal Connect with Rachel on Social Media https://rachelfahrenbach.com https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach https://tiktok.com/@rachelfahrenbach https://pinterest.com/rachelfahrenbach https://linkedin.com/in/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 these days 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 while keeping rhythms of rest a priority. If you are a Christian, write fiction, and want to understand how to publish a novel–and make money from it–you are in the right place.

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