Writers Circle

Will Parker Anderson
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A podcast for nonfiction writers who want to sharpen their skills and publish their work for the glory of Jesus. Senior book editor Will Parker Anderson interviews authors and experts about the writing life.

  1. NOV 25

    What topic should you write about?

    Ever find yourself asking, "What should I write about?" or "Where's the gap in the market?" I understand these questions, but I think they're the wrong ones. In this coaching episode, senior editor Will Parker Anderson shares insider wisdom on how to discover your next book idea—not by chasing trends, but by tuning in to what's stirring in your own heart. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    11 min

  2. NOV 18

    A liturgy for feedback

    Every writer has a love-hate relationship with feedback. We need it, but it still stings. What if feedback isn't a bitter pill we have to swallow, but a beautiful, stretching part of your spiritual formation? Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Save the date for my course sale: https://addcal.io/e/etuzyk0jyntl Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    9 min

  3. NOV 11

    The 10 commandments of platform building (part 2)

    In Part 2 of this special coaching series, senior editor Will Parker Anderson shares five tips from his "10 Commandments of Platform Building." This episode will equip you to share your ideas and grow your audience in a way that's authentic, life-giving, and sustainable. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    15 min

  4. NOV 4

    The 10 commandments of platform building (part 1)

    Feeling worn out, fake, or frustrated trying to grow your author platform? You're not the only one—and there's a better way. In this special coaching episode, senior editor Will Parker Anderson pulls back the curtain on his "10 Commandments of Platform Building," sharing five insider tips to help you attract followers in a way that feels authentic, life-giving, and sustainable. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    15 min

  5. OCT 28

    J.R. Briggs (part 2): Questions every writer should ask

    In Part 2 of my interview with my leadership coach J.R. Briggs, he unpacks: 1. Questions we need to ask ourselves as writers 2. Questions about the reader 3. Questions for feedback  Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. J.R.'s book: The Art of Asking Better Questions  Resources mentioned by Will: The Mom Test  Write Useful Books Otter.ai  Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    29 min

  6. OCT 21

    J.R. Briggs: The art of asking better questions

    What if the questions you ask readers have a greater impact than your statements? In this episode with my leadership coach, J.R. Briggs, we unpack the power of asking better questions. Asking questions is more than curiosity; it's an act of love. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Will's platform workshop J.R.'s book: The Art of Asking Better Questions Resources mentioned by Will: The Mom Test Write Useful Books Otter.ai Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    47 min

  7. OCT 14

    Rich Villodas: Writing as spiritual formation

    Ever feel like you're writing for God but not with Him? In this episode, I sit down with author and pastor Rich Villodas to talk about how writing can become an act of worship—a way to slow down, listen, and experience God's presence in the creative process. We also discuss our upcoming Advent devotional and how writing can shape us into the image of Christ. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Email Will: hello@writerscircle.co Rich's new book: Waiting for Jesus Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    22 min

  8. OCT 7

    Dr. Michael Longinow: How to write a lead line

    The first sentence is usually the hardest, but if you don't immediately pull readers in, they'll ditch you. Today I sit down with my former journalism professor, Dr. Michael Longinow, who unpacks the secrets of crafting a winning lead line. Hi! I'm Will Parker Anderson and I'm an editor and writing coach, here to help you get the message burning in your heart onto the page and into the world. At Writers Circle, there's no cool kids—just fellow learners. We exist to make writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more doable. Welcome to our circle. Will's proposal course: https://www.writerscircle.co/course Join Will's newsletter: writerscircle.co Substack: https://willparkeranderson.substack.com/ Instagram: @willparkeranderson

    49 min
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A podcast for nonfiction writers who want to sharpen their skills and publish their work for the glory of Jesus. Senior book editor Will Parker Anderson interviews authors and experts about the writing life.

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  • Creator
    Will Parker Anderson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Writers Circle
  • Show Website
    Writers Circle

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