Ep 53: Artisan Authors in an AI World with Marline Williams
In a world of fast, AI-generated books, your unique voice might be your greatest advantage. But only if you’re willing to use it. ✅GRAB MARLINE’S BOOKS 👉 https://amzn.to/4dczw9k
Rachel sits down with Marline Williams to unpack what it means to write meaningful, lasting books in a world increasingly dominated by AI and fast fiction. From redefining success beyond metrics to embracing “boutique” storytelling, this conversation challenges authors to think differently about their craft and their calling. If your work doesn’t fit neatly into a genre—or you’re wondering if that’s a problem—this episode will reframe everything.
📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
Topics covered in this episode:
- 00:00 — Redefining Success (It’s Not What You Think)
- 04:30 — The Simple Networking Strategy Authors Overlook
- 16:00 — How to Grow Your Audience (Even Without a Big Platform)
- 19:30 — A Free Way to Get More Readers (Most Authors Miss This)
- 26:00 — AI vs Authors: What’s Actually Happening
- 50:00 — Why Your Unique Voice Is Your Competitive Edge
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Welcome! Here on The Business of Christian Fiction podcast, we’re diving into what it takes to make an impact and an income as a Christian Fiction Writer. Each week, we talk about the creative process of writing a novel from the lens of business decisions and marketing strategies.
