Untarnished Moments

Have you ever had a moment where ideas for your book were flowing naturally all day long… but the second you sat down to write, your mind suddenly went blank? You felt excited! You had thoughts and ideas running through your head. But once it was time to actually write… nothing came out. In this episode, we’re talking about why aspiring authors sometimes draw a blank during writing sessions and what may really be happening. If you’ve ever struggled with overthinking, perfection, lost your train of thought or felt discouraged when the words don’t immediately translate to the page—this conversation will help you regain your thoughts to write. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to bring your thoughts back to mind so you can keep writing. Be Encouraged, DS . . ✨ Ready to write and finish your first book to make a kingdom impact? Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

. . ✨ Ready to write and finish your first book to make a kingdom impact? Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book   Listen to Related Episodes: 96 - Writing a Book with No Experience? Do This First 62 - Want to Write a Kingdom Book? Now You Can! 61 - 5 Reasons You MUST Plan Your Book Before You Write It

Do you feel like you don’t have time to write your book? Between work, family, church, and everyday responsibilities, your schedule is full and writing keeps getting pushed to the side. But the truth is, it’s not just about time… it’s about having a simple writing routine that actually fits your life. In this episode, you’ll learn how to develop a realistic writing routine for busy Christian women so you can finally start making consistent progress on your book. If you’ve been waiting for life to slow down, this is your reminder that the “perfect time” isn’t coming but you can still write and finish your book right where you are. We’re talking about how to: Build a simple and consistent writing routine Manage your time as a busy aspiring author Stay focused and organized during your writing sessions Prioritize your God-given assignment to write your book Partner with the Holy Spirit throughout the writing process If you’re a Christian woman who desires to write and finish your first nonfiction or memoir, but struggles with time management, consistency, or overwhelm—this episode will help you take control of your schedule and finally move forward. Be Encouraged, DS . . ✨ Ready to write and finish your first book to make a kingdom impact? Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book   Listen to Related Episodes:   106 - The SECRET to Making Time for Writing When Life is Busy   91 - How to Finish Writing Your Book While Having a 9-5 Job   89 - How a Writing Plan Will Turn Things Around with a Busy Schedule

Have you been saying you’re going to write your book… but months—or even years—keep passing by? You’ve started, stopped, and restarted. You’ve planned, prayed, and thought about it… But your manuscript is still unfinished. What if the real issue isn’t time or lack of ideas… but self-sabotage? In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden patterns that keep aspiring authors stuck in cycles of procrastination, overthinking, and delay. If you’ve ever found yourself constantly restarting your book, staying stuck in preparation mode, or avoiding accountability, this conversation will bring clarity. You’ll learn how to recognize the subtle ways you may be holding yourself back from writing your first book and what it takes to finally move forward without overwhelm. This episode is for the aspiring author who: Keeps restarting instead of finishing their manuscript Feels stuck in research, planning, or “getting ready” Struggles with procrastination and follow-through Desires to write and publish their first book but can’t seem to stay consistent   If you’re ready to stop delaying your book and start making real progress, this episode will help you identify the pattern and shift out of it.   Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

You have the book idea. You have the outline. You’ve done the planning… So why aren’t you writing? At some point, every aspiring author has to move from preparation to execution. And the truth is—finishing your book isn’t about having more ideas, more time, or more inspiration… It’s about discipline. In this episode, we’re having a real, honest conversation about what it actually takes to write and finish your first book even when you don’t feel like it. If you’ve been procrastinating, delaying your writing sessions, or waiting for the “perfect moment” to start, this is your wake-up call. You’ll be challenged to shift out of hesitation and step into consistent action, so you can finally make progress on your manuscript and stop leaving your book unfinished. This episode is for the aspiring author who is ready to: Stop overthinking and start writing Build consistency in their writing routine Follow through on what God has called them to do Develop the discipline needed to finish their book As a faith-based writer, you’ll also be reminded that your book is more than a goal—it’s an assignment. Completion requires obedience, endurance, and showing up even when it’s uncomfortable. Scripture references from this episode: Ecclesiastes 9:11 — “The race is not to the swift nor the battle to the strong… but time and chance happen to them all.” Matthew 9:37 — “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” If you’re ready to stop saying “one day” and finally finish your book, this episode will give you the push you need. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Hey Aspiring Author! Do you feel like you don’t have time to write your book? Between work, family, and everyday responsibilities, writing keeps getting pushed to the sid and by the time you finally sit down, you’re too tired to even think clearly. But what if the real issue isn’t time… it’s your energy? In this episode, we’re shifting the conversation around time management for writers and getting to the root of why so many aspiring authors feel stuck, overwhelmed, and mentally drained when it’s time to write. You’ll learn how to create the energy, focus, and consistency you need to finally show up for your book and make real progress without burnout or frustration. If you’re a Christian woman who desires to write and finish your first book, but struggles with finding the time, staying consistent, or feeling mentally available to write this episode will help you reset your approach and move forward with grace. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Do you feel called to write a book but keep telling yourself you’re not tech savvy enough to do it? Aspiring authors can delay writing their manuscript because they believe they need special software, advanced computer skills, or complicated tools before they can even begin. But the truth is, technology should never be the reason your book doesn’t get written. This episode encourages aspiring authors to stop letting tech intimidation hold them back from starting and finishing their book. You’ll learn how simple the writing process can actually be and how you can begin capturing your ideas using tools you likely already have access to. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the book writing process, unsure where to start, or intimidated by technology, this episode will help you refocus on what truly matters —getting your words out of your head and onto the page. Your manuscript doesn’t require complicated systems to begin. It simply requires a place to write and the decision to start. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Are you called to write a memoir but feel stuck trying to figure out how to tell your story? Many aspiring authors know what they’ve lived through — but struggle with choosing the right structure, format, or approach to bring their story to life. If you’ve been overthinking the “right way” to write your memoir, this episode will bring clarity. In this live training, we walk through how to identify the best memoir approach for your personality, your message, and your God-given purpose. You’ll gain insight into what a memoir truly is, how it differs from an autobiography, and how to choose a structure that supports both your story and your emotional readiness. This episode will help you: Stop second-guessing your memoir structure Clarify the purpose and transformation behind your story Choose a writing approach that feels authentic and sustainable Move forward in obedience instead of comparison Whether your memoir touches on healing, faith, identity, motherhood, trauma, or personal growth, you don’t have to copy another author’s format to make an impact.   Your story doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s. It just needs to be intentional, honest, and written.   Press play to gain clarity on your memoir direction and take the next step toward writing the book you’ve been called to share.   Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call   💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community   Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider   Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Do you feel called to share your story, but fear keeps stopping you? If you’re an aspiring author who wants to write a memoir or share your testimony, but you’re worried about being judged, misunderstood, or not “ready,” this episode is for you. In this conversation, we’re talking about how to find the courage to share your story even if you don’t feel fully confident or fully healed yet. Many Christian writers believe courage comes first. But in reality, courage develops as you begin using your voice. You’ll learn practical ways to start sharing your story in small, safe environments so you can build confidence and authority, overcome fear, and grow bold enough to write and publish your book. If you’ve been holding back from telling your story, this episode will help you stop waiting and start building courage. I pray this blesses you. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Do you have multiple book ideas… but no finished manuscript? You don’t need another book idea. You need to finish the one you already started. If you have multiple titles, outlines, notes, or half-written chapters but no completed draft, this episode was made for you. Many aspiring authors think they have a clarity problem when in reality they have a finishing problem. Instead of completing the manuscript, they keep restarting, rearranging, renaming, and brainstorming new angles. In this episode, you’ll be challenged to move out of the idea phase and into the writing phase so you can finally complete your book. If you’re a Christian writer who struggles with overthinking, second-guessing, or abandoning book projects before they’re done, this conversation will help you refocus and build momentum toward finishing. It’s time to stop circling ideas and start writing forward. Tune in and take the next step toward completing your manuscript. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

What does it really look like to write and publish books while juggling faith, family, and real life? In this Author Spotlight interview, I’m sitting down with 3x Author Candace Therese Beckford, who is currently writing her fourth book, to talk honestly about her writing and publishing journey. From creating children’s books to writing a deeply personal memoir, Candace shares what it takes to stay committed to the call to write even when self-doubt, fear, and life responsibilities try to get in the way. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Building a sustainable writing routine as a busy, faith-driven author Navigating the realities of self-publishing versus traditional publishing Finding the courage to share personal stories that matter How faith, perseverance, and obedience shaped her author journey If you’re an aspiring author who desires to write meaningful books, stay consistent in your writing process, and move forward in publishing with confidence and purpose, this conversation will encourage you and give you practical insight from someone who’s walking it out in real time. Tune in for an honest, inspiring author journey that will motivate you to keep writing the book God placed on your heart. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Have you been writing your book for so long that you just want it to be over? The excitement is gone. You’re no longer celebrating progress. You’re simply pushing through, hoping to finally finish. In this episode, I want to talk to the aspiring authors who feel burned out, disconnected, or joyless in their writing process. Pulled from a recent live training inside the Book Writing Made Simple Community, this episode explores a powerful mindset shift to help you find joy again while writing your book, even when the journey feels long. If you’ve been writing for years, restarting over and over, or measuring your progress by how long it’s taking instead of how far you’ve come, this episode is for you. You’ll be encouraged to reconnect with the purpose behind your book, celebrate small wins, and view your writing as something worth honoring right where you are. 🎧 Tune in and rediscover joy in the process, not just the finish line. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

As we step into a new year, many aspiring authors are still carrying the desire to write and finish their book, but aren’t sure how to move forward after delays, distractions, or unfinished drafts. In this special episode of the Book Writing Made Simple Podcast, Donna Sherrie speaks directly to Christian writers entering 2026 with a calling still burning in their hearts. If you’ve been praying about writing your book, questioning your timing, or wondering if you missed your moment, this episode will encourage you to reset your focus and begin the year anchored in faith and with prayer. Rather than starting with pressure or comparison this episode centers on prayer as a divine strategy for writing and publishing your book.This episode is for aspiring authors who: Desire to write and publish a book in 2026 Are navigating doubt, delays, or unfinished manuscripts Want Holy Spirit–led encouragement for their writing journey Need spiritual strength, discipline, and clarity to move forward Whether you’re just getting started or picking up where you left off, this episode will help you begin the year grounded in prayer, faith, and renewed commitment.   Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

Writing a book doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, confusing, or impossible. In this episode, I’m breaking down 7 simple steps to write and self-publish your first book—in a way that feels clear, doable, and simple. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been stuck for years, this conversation will walk you through the foundational pieces every aspiring author needs to know about the book writing process. If you’ve been wondering: Where do I start? What does the book writing process actually look like? How do I move from idea to finished manuscript?   This episode will finally help you break down the big picture into simple, actionable steps along your book writing journey.   Be Encouraged,   DS . . Next Steps ⬇️   Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call   💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community:   Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community   Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider   Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

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, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book Related Episode 63 - How to Take Your GOD Story and Transform It into a Book

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. Be Encouraged, DS . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book  

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, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️   Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call   💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community:   Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community   Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider   Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

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. Be Encouraged, DS . . Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

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. Be Encouraged, DS . . Next Steps ⬇️ Schedule a Create a Solid Book Plan - 1HR Coaching Call 💛 JOIN the Book Writing Made Simple Writers Community: Get support, strategy, and sisterhood from other Christian writers inside the FREE Facebook group. 👉 donnasherrie.com/community Become a Book Writing Made Simple Insider ➡️ bit.ly/bwmsinsider Grab a Copy of Untarnished: Reclaiming my Self Worth through God’s Untainted Love Book

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! Be Encouraged, DS . . Connect with Dr. Patrice Carter 📘 Rainbows in Dark Places FB: Patrice J Carter IG: @drpatricecarter LinkedIn: Dr. Patrice Carter YouTube: @DrPatriceJCarter TikTok: @patricejcarter 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. She’s the author of SUPERb Woman: From Bad Girl to God’s Girl and Rainbows in Dark Places—a powerful novel of love, loss, resilience, and redemption. Through her Healing Journey with Dr. Patrice Carter initiative, she helps individuals overcome physical and emotional challenges through faith-based holistic coaching. 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.