Episodes

Are you the kind of person who does what she says she is going to do? Is follow-through hard for you? Today's guest is author and coach Amy Chambers and she will share some great tips on how to takes steps forward in becoming the leader you want to be. She'll also talk about making small steps count when getting your own message out into the world via your own book! Amy learned a lot in writing her book - even down to her cover and her brand positioning. And in today's show, she shares some of t...

Sometimes we mistakenly think that we need to get life just right before we can tell our story. But, today's guest is author Brita Peterson and she believes that there is beauty in being broken. In today's episode she talks with Rebecca about how she learned to invite others in and share her journey with others - her life journey AND her book journey! Tune in as Britt talks about how we can powerfully get through the day and bring our messages forward - one step at a time. As always, you can fin...

Let's talk about the importance of storytelling and what EVERY storyteller needs to know! On today's show, Rebecca talks with bestselling author Melissa Reaves about what she discovered on the journey of bringing her #1 International Best Selling Book to the world. In this peek behind the writing curtain, Melissa shares some story prompt ideas, as well as a sample reading from her recent book. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at the www.RHGTVnetwork.com or at www.yourpurpos...

Everybody yearns to have people in their life who believe in them; that they can do what they say they can do, who believes they can be the person they want to be. As an author, that kind of belief comes in many forms - first by believing in yourself and your own message and then by letting other people support you in your process. Bestselling author Andrew Anderson found this to be true as he worked through various surprises on the journey. In today's discussions with Rebecca, he shares from th...

Do you know that starting a book doesn't mean that you have to it all figured out? A successful book is more about saying yes to your message and allowing it to flow. Once you start writing, you can trust that the next steps will come ... as you take up the task to just keep writing, seeking, learning and discovering!! Today's guest is #1 International Best Selling Author, Beth McGill. Beth will share her journey and offer great tips, advice and insights on what helped her bring her bestselling ...

Time is both a great enemy and a great gift - depending on how you use it. For an author, time is a gift to maximize/leverage in order to bring your book forward powerfully. In today's episode, Rebecca talks with author Cameron Lundgren about how to to just start writing. His advice: let each word lead to the next and don't worry about what you don't know. The key to moving forward with your book is to just start and get support along the way, even when challenges come. Authors, tune in for this...

Sometimes you just need to START! To bring your message forward by scheduling it! In today's episode, Rebecca talks with author Julie Lawson about just doing the work to write and takes the necessary steps to bring your message forward. They'll get practical - talking about the power of setting a deadline and the importance of carving time out in your schedule to write. It won't just happen. Julie also encourages aspiring authors to get help where needed - asking for help does take courage but i...

Do you have a deep, abiding sense that your story has value and worth? That you really do need to bring it forward - for your sake and for those around you who need to hear it? In today's podcast, Rebecca will talks with best-selling author Tashiyanna Noel. They will talk about foundational things like remembering your why for your book as well as practical things like how to tailor the language used in your book for those you are trying to reach. Tashiyanna has learned that you can't let trying...

For today's episode, we have the special treat of hearing from a longtime friend of the show and multi-book author, Dr. Kasthuri Henry. Dr. Kas has a wealth of experience and shares from her heart about the importance of ennobling ourselves, our message, and others. She is passionate about the legacy we bring forward and how we can lift each other up as we life ourselves up. One way to do that is through anthologies. Rebecca and Dr. Kas explore the topic of anthologies - what they are and how th...

Sometimes the very things we love most come full circle to allow us to bring our book forward. Today's guest is author Terry Wilson who says that he had the idea for his book planted in him during his multiple trips to Africa. In truth, he was able to harness his love of photography and writing - and bring his book forward. Who would have known that saying yes to Rotary and to the ideas planted in his heart, would allow him to bring his book into reality and launch it as a #1 International Best ...

In today's episode, Rebecca talks with author Clayne Wayman about writing obstacles and the process of trusting that your message really does need to come forward. It's a bit of a risk to put yourself out there and trust the process in order to bring it forward no matter what. Clayne speaks from experirence as one knows the busy pace of life - he has two thriving businesses and four beautiful daughters. In the midst of a super busy life he began his book anyway... only to be diagnosed with cance...

What if you could gather up all the expertise and put it into one book? Dr. Cheryl Lentz has devoted herself just such a task - and it's been such a success to collaborate with other professors and experts that she's on the 12th edition! In today's episode, she talks with Rebecca about why she leads these projects. She'll explain what an anthology is and give us tips for those looking to lead and anthology project as well as for those considering participating in one. As always, you can find our...

It today's episode, Rebecca talks with Author Tiffani Freckleton about bringing all your gifts into your book! Of course, there is a bit of a risk as you step into the visibility and share your heart/message. Tiffani's first book has inspired her to start writing and bring other things forward. They cover other ground too... including her choices about her cover and other art images. To share powerfully from her heart and inspire you, dear listener, Tiffani will read her poem. Enjoy this special...

Have you ever thought about writing a book? What holds you back? Is too daunting to think about? What if you just started with three pages? And then tomorrow you did three more pages? And then three more? Today's guest is International Bestselling Author, Mackenzie Nelson. And that is exactly what she did. She just started writing three pages at a time. And eventually, she brought her story forward with power! Listen in as she talks with the Rebecca about the importance of saying yes and partner...

Does your book cover REALY matter? How can you design a powerful one? How can you be sure it is a reflection of your own story? In today's episode, Rebecca talks with bestselling author Charles Lovjoy about owning your story and sharing it to make a positive difference. And how your cover does indeed contribute to that story! He also shares some tips on how to design your cover powerfully - so that it helps people lean into your inspirational content. In Charles' words, if your cover doesn't cat...

Today's episode is a special treat as Rebecca talks with Peter Saunders about his journey of writing a book alongside his chronically ill wife, Jodi. Their book, And Don't Forget to Smile, is a peek inside their story. To bring it forth, the pair had to be convinced of the importance of making a difference for one. Do you know how to tap into your why? Are you ready to bring your legacy forward? According to Peter, the journey of writing can be more complicated and take longer than expected...bu...

You know that Rebecca believes that everyone has a story and an important message to share. Yes, you too! Today Rebecca talks with author Lois Hermann about her passion. They'll talk about how Lois got started as she kept just saying yes and taking the next step... and how sometimes you realize you have more than ONE book but a WHOLE SERIES! Lois gets practical, offering other authors great tips, some processes around making time to write, getting feedback, and how to bring your message forward....

Your story is SO important! When you tell it, you are creating your legacy can change lives ...one at a time. Listen in as Rebecca talks with Gary and Leesa Price - they will share about their journey as they partnered in bringing Gary's story forward. They'll discuss Gary's journey personally and with his book. Leesa will share the importance of creating a safe place for authors to authentically bring their story forward. Together they both gave great tips to listeners and fellow authors!! As a...

This curated, social-media-driven culture of ours is in desperate need of authentic stories! Stories from the deep wells of lived experiences. Do you have a story that the world needs to hear? In today's episode, Rebecca talks with bestselling co-authors Jeff and Spencer Olsen. This father-son team recently released a book about the pain and emotional realities of losing someone. In this episode they discuss the importance of trusting yoursel as you share your story authentically. They encourage...

Do you believe that your story has transformative power? That you are the author of your own life-giving story? Being a survivor of abusive intimate relationships, toxic relationships with family members, and raising three children on her own while working a demanding corporate job, Bestselling Author Melissa Jones learned to tell her story and in so doing, claim her own comeback. In today's episode, she shares the journey of the healing it produced in her and how turning it into a book helped o...

Do you believe your dreams are important? What is the message the resonates with you over and over again? Have you considered that sharing it could be a calling on your heart? One you shouldn't ignore! Today's guest is bestselling author Barbara Joyce. She shares with Rebecca about her own journey of getting to the point where she came to believe that her message was good enough. And so is yours! Barbara believes that your dreams are important and that they are calling on your heart. He advice? ...

Do you have any personal life heroes? How have they shaped your story? In today's episode, bestselling author Elysia Butler will share from her own life and journey as an author - including an especially touching story of how someone became a hero in her life. They also talk about letting go of perfectionism and finding a way to bring your own book forward so that you can become a hero in your own story! As you do, you'll be able to allow support in and allow your story to impact other people. G...

In this episode, Rebecca talks with Mary Beauchamp, bestselling author of the book Radical Health Makeover. But the makeover doesn't stop there... she also talks about the importance of bringing your writing in for its own kind of makeover. Crafting and imaging your message should impact your book at every stage - from the cover design to the marketing to the titling and even in developing your support team. Join us for this author chat as Mary and Rebecca talk about the importance of getting su...

Are there keys to a successful book? In this week's episode, Dennis Galloway, #1 Best Selling Fiction Writer shares his top tips to help you bring your writing forward. He and Rebecca cover a lot of ground, talking about the importance of a good launch/book release plan, using all five senses in your writing, and the importance of consistency as a key to bringing your book forward. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at the www.RHGTVnetwork.com or at www.yourpurposedrivenpract...