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Giving Up on Writing is Not an Option with Emily Wickham

April 28, 2026 • Linda Goldfarb • Season 9 • Episode 296

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You’re not a writer! You’re just fooling yourself! Are thoughts like these spinning in your mind? Today’s guest brings truth to counter those lies and more on quitting your calling as a writer.

Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I share tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. In this episode, you’ll learn why giving up on your writing is not an option.

My industry expert EMILY WICKHAM shares God’s Word and wonders with women. She is the author of Closer to God: A 10-Week Study on Prayer, and a podcaster, YouTuber, magazine writer, and blogger. Married to Mark since 1989, she is a mom of four and a mother-in-love. Emily enjoys life in South Carolina.

Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Don’t Give Up! God Will Use Your Words

· How have you handled thoughts about quitting?

· Why is it important to persevere as a Christian writer?

· In what ways have you seen God’s hand in your writing journey?

Listener giveaway… 7-Day Prayer Starters for Writers

You can find out more about Emily below.

· Website: https://www.proclaiminghimtowomen.com/

· Podcast Links - https://www.proclaiminghimtowomen.com/podcast/

· Substack: https://heartstirrings.substack.com/

· YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/emilywickhamauthor

· YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleReadingwithEmily

· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilywickham.author/