Publishing Secrets

Marlena Banks: Speak in Your Voice

Episode Summary

Do you worry that your writing isn’t “good enough”? You know you’ve been called to write, but you keep comparing yourself to others and trying to create a better image of yourself to show the world? If that’s you, this week’s Publishing Secrets guest, Marlena Banks, has a word of encouragement for you. Listen and let Marlena encourage you to use what you already have and show up as your full, authentic self.

Episode Notes

In this episode, you’ll also hear:

• The important first step Marlena took once she had decided her audience and the type of book she was going to write
• Marlena’s journey to finding the right title for her book
• The difference between a cover designer and an interior designer – and why you need both
• Why Marlena recommends putting together a full presentation to walk potential investors through your vision – and why it’s useful even if you aren’t looking for investors
• Marlena’s advice on being fully authentic in your writing

BIO:

Marlena Banks is the founder of Big Idea Food™, a Christian media brand that produces faith-fueling content for entrepreneurs & creatives. Since releasing the Big Idea Food™ book, a down-to-earth, faith-based devotional for entrepreneurs in 2018, she's continued to grow the brand's offerings to include a weekly devotional newsletter, edge-snatching social media content, a growing membership community & business coaching. She’s found admirers across the globe including Yvonne Orji from the powerhouse show Insecure and other faith based entrepreneurs and tastemakers. 

When she’s not speaking at inspirational events or podcasts like this, you can find her curating faith-filled programming inside her community, Big Idea Food™ TRIBE or coaching early-stage founders to launch & grow their big ideas into the influential businesses God has called them to be. Her ultimate mission is to elevate the influence of more Christian creators so that, together, we can positively impact our world at the level God intended. Learn more about Big Idea Food™ and sign up for the weekly newsletter at bigideafood.com/subscribe

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