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Have you set up a writing business that honors God?
Are you following the tax laws?
Are you maximizing your tax deductions? Learn how now.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn about Taxes and the Christian Writer

My industry expert is Patricia Hartman, CPA. For over thirty years, Patricia has been helping business owners set up and maintain their finances and prepare their tax returns. Patricia is also an award-winning author of several books and operates her own writing business. She has written both fiction and non-fiction books and is currently working on both. Besides finishing the third in her Poisoned Suspense series, she’s currently collaborating with an attorney to write one just for you, our writers, on today’s topic.

Today we discuss - the top 10 questions every writer should ask about taxes and business issues.

Legal disclaimer: None of the opinions Patricia gives on this episode should be construed in any way as either tax or legal advice. Patricia is not an attorney and, therefore, cannot give legal opinions. Further, your individual tax situation will inform you of the best way to set up and operate your business. Today’s tips are designed to help you understand what’s involved in the writing business, especially one that honors God. You are always best served by consulting with tax and legal professionals in your jurisdiction.

Note: Patricia Hartman is not currently accepting new tax clients. (Her tax-client quiver is full.) She is providing this information as an act of love to her brothers and sisters in the writing community.

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CPA Links:

Patricia Hartman CPA Website

Patricia Hartman CPA Facebook

Author Links:

Patricia Hartman Website

Patricia Hartman – Christian Prenuptial

Patricia Hartman Facebook

Business Links:

Common IRS Tax Deductions for Writers Giveaway

1099 NEC form and information

FINCEN - Register for The Beneficial Ownership Information Form

Hobby or Business IRS
Writers and Taxes Book survey - If you would like to help Patricia by taking a survey about your business needs or would like to know when the book comes

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As a writer, what do you know about evergreen content?

Creating evergreen content for book marketing is powerful - learn why in today's episode.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During part two of our Start Marketing When You Start Writing series, marketing guru Kim Stewart and I share the importance of writing evergreen content.

Kim Stewart is a book marketing coach and host of the Book Marketing Mania podcast. She helps Christian nonfiction authors build their platforms and market their books on podcasts. When she’s not strategizing with clients, you’ll find her in Dallas enjoying time with her family and indulging in coffee, caramel, and Friends reruns.

• Why you need to create online content to attract, serve, and nurture your audience and incorporate the know, like, and trust factors.
• Evergreen long-form vs. short-form (podcast/blog/video vs. social shorts)
• How often should you post content (weekly long-form, short-form if on social)?

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Kim Stewart

How to Transition into Podcasting Episode

YouTube Strategies for Writers

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Are you ready to write your first flash fiction story?

Today’s guest will walk you through the steps you need to get started.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn The FUNdamentals of Flash Fiction

Raised in multiple cultures, Sophia Hansen loves to write In Other Worlds. She’s an author and editor for Havok Publishing, and she’s celebrating her debut novel, Water's Break. Sophia resides in the Southeast of the United States with her husband of thirty-six years and can be bribed with good coffee and dark chocolate.

• What is Flash Fiction
• Five Reasons to Write Flash Fiction
• How to write Flash Fiction

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Sophia's recipes
Sophia Hansen's Website
Email Sophia - Help Me with Flash Fiction for Havok submissions
Sophia's book - Water's Break
Free downloads - Trumpet Blues and Mine
Havok Submissions
Legendary: Havok Season Ten
Story Dice

Visit Your Best Writing Life website.
Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing Life
About your host - Linda Goldfarb
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