If you’ve ever wondered whether YouTube is worth your time as a novelist, this conversation with Dale L. Roberts will give you both clarity and a plan. ✅GRAB THE BOOK 👉https://amzn.to/4cthBf5

In this episode of The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast, Rachel Fahrenbach sits down with author and YouTube strategist Dale L. Roberts to unpack how fiction authors can use YouTube to grow an audience, build trust, and create long-term visibility for their books—without feeling salesy.

Dale gets into the nitty-gritty practical as he shares a behind-the-scenes look at how he’s launching a brand-new fiction channel from scratch!

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

Topics covered in this episode:

00:00 – Why YouTube Is About Community (Not Just Sales)

12:00 – How Fiction Authors Can Create the Right Content

25:00 – Evergreen Content, Experimentation, and Growth

40:00 – Serving the Right Audience + Channel Strategy

54:00 – Balancing Writing and Content Creation

1:02:00 – Building a YouTube Strategy That Supports Your Books

1:08:00 – Monetization: How Authors Actually Make Money on YouTube

This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.

📘 Connect with Dale

➡️ Dale’s Website: https://selfpublishingwithdale.com/

➡️ Dale’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dalelroberts

➡️ Dale’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfpubwithdale

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We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.

⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources

⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl

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QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?

About this video:

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.

What does it take to sell over 3.5 million books as a self-published author? In this episode of The Business of Christian Fiction, Rachel Fahrenbach sits down with Christopher Greyson, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, to uncover the secrets behind his incredible success. ✅CHRISTOPHER’S BOOKS 👉https://amzn.to/3OYFZsv

From navigating failure to staying true to his faith and values, Christopher shares the hard-earned lessons, strategic insights, and powerful mindset shifts that transformed his writing career. If you're ready to take your writing to the next level without compromising what matters most, this conversation is for you!

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

Topics covered in this episode:

• 00:00 – The Importance of Mindset for New Authors
• 02:00 – Christopher's Journey to Self-Publishing
• 05:00 – Why Staying True to Your Values Matters
• 09:00 – Paying Attention and Being Creative
• 12:00 – Learning from Failure and God's Timing
• 18:00 – Balancing Writing, Family, and Finances
• 28:00 – The Prayer, Dedication, Sweat, and Tears Approach
• 36:00 – Learning from Reader Feedback
• 44:00 – The Importance of Email Lists and Staying Current
• 54:00 – Final Advice: Pray, Work, and Build Your Foundation

This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.

📘 Connect With Christopher

➡️ Christopher’s Website: https://www.christophergreyson.com/

➡️ Christopher’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherGreysonAuthor/

➡️ Christopher’s Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7203746.Christopher_Greyson

➡️ Christopher’s Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/christopher-greyson

➡️ Christopher’s Twitter: https://x.com/Chris_Greyson

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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction

Connect:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction

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This Video was Filmed & Edited Using:

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Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02

Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X

Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5

Video Editing: Descript

Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed

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We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.

⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources

⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl

Connect with Rachel on Social Media

https://rachelfahrenbach.com

https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach

https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach

QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?

About this video:

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.

Fact or Fiction? Memoir is the unique genre that blurs the line between reality and storytelling, offering both creative opportunities and publishing challenges. In today’s episode, Natalie Ogbourne joins Rachel to share her journey crafting and publishing her memoir, Waking Up in the Wilderness. ✅GRAB NATALIE’S BOOK 👉https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

Topics covered in this episode:

• 04:00 - Challenges with Crafting Memoir
• 08:00 - Setting as Character
• 16:00 - Identifying Your Target Reader
• 22:00 - Natalie’s Decision to Self-Publish her Memoir
• 30:00 - Natalie’s Launch Strategy
• 40:00 - Natalie’s Tools and Resources

This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.

📘 Connect With Natalie

➡️ Natalie’s Website: NatalieOgbourne.com

• Get access to "A Glimpse into Waking Up in the Wilderness," which features the prologue and first three chapters of her book! https://natalieo.myflodesk.com/glimpse

➡️ Natalie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie_ogbourne

➡️ Natalie’s Book: Waking Up in the Wilderness: A Yellowstone Journey https://amzn.to/4fk5hgb

➡️ Flourish Writers: https://www.flourishwriters.com/selfpublishmasterclass

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📱 Subscribe and Listen to the The Business of Christian Fiction Podcast HERE:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-of-christian-fiction/id1645870156

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CPaxgmw479Q3r31NsdCQM?si=1c4916c3bd7e4f09

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebusinessofchristianfiction

Connect:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebusinessofchristianfiction

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This Video was Filmed & Edited Using:

Web Camera: Logitech for Creators StreamCam

Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Cm0D02

Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X

Amazon ➡️ https://amzn.to/3GCUrD5

Video Editing: Descript

Descript ➡️ https://get.descript.com/7hj2arp0leed

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We’re on a mission to help 1,000 Christian fiction writers make both an impact and an income from their storytelling.

⚡️FREE RESOURCES: Download FREE worksheets designed for fiction writers: https://rachelfahrenbach.com/resources

⚡️BOOK: Check out the Gifted + Guided Quarterly Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs: https://amzn.to/48kMyOl

Connect with Rachel on Social Media

https://rachelfahrenbach.com

https://instagram.com/rachelfahrenbach

https://facebook.com/rachelfahrenbach

QUESTION — Who would you like to hear from on the podcast?

About this video:

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.