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Your Best Writing LifeWhat to Do First Before You Sign a Book Contract with Debra ButterfieldWhat did you think of this episode?Are you prepared with the right questions to ask a potential book publisher? Today's encore episode is filled with tips to make publishing your book as smooth as possible.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 bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listen...2025-08-1233 min
Reading Between the LinesDestined to SucceedAre you afraid to embrace the purpose God has for you? In this episode Debra encourages you with Scripture and that God is fully invested in seeing you succeed in that purpose. You were destined to succeed.
For more read “Destined to Succeed in Your Purpose,” https://debralbutterfield.com/destined-to-succeed-in-your-purpose/
2025-08-0709 minReading Between the LinesIf I Say It...We often question whether God will answer our prayer or do what He says He'll do.
In this episode I look at Ezekiel 12:25, "For I am the Lord! If I say it, it will happen. There will be no more delays" (NLT). God must do what He says He will, or He becomes a liar.
Listen in and be encouraged.
For more encouraging, faith-filled messages visit https://DebraLButterfield.com
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2025-07-1007 minReading Between the LinesGod Can but Will HeYou know God answers prayer for others, but are you wondering if He'll answer your prayer?
In this episode, Debra takes a dive into what the abundant life is and that question of "will He do it for me?"
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2025-06-2610 minReading Between the LinesHow to Discover God’s Purpose for Your Life - And What’s Holding You BackWhat if the key to your purpose was already planted inside you? Debra and Jodie tackle the question so many of us ask: Why am I here? From childhood dreams to adult roadblocks, they discuss how to reconnect with the God-given desires you may have buried. You'll learn how to recognize the small nudges, listen to that still small voice, and take faithful steps toward a life that aligns with your calling. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or disconnected from your purpose, this episode is a must-listen.
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https://themotivationaleditor.com2025-06-0521 minReading Between the LinesFrom Surviving to Thriving: Living the Abundant Life Jesus PromisedAre you just getting by, stuck in a cycle of stress and self-doubt? In this episode, Debra Butterfield and Jodie O'Brien get real about what it means to thrive—not just survive. They explore how culture, false beliefs, and fear can hold us back from the life God intended. Hear powerful stories, practical mindset shifts, and encouragement for anyone feeling weighed down. Whether you're a parent, a professional, or just trying to make it through the day, this conversation will inspire you to believe that thriving is possible—and it starts from the inside out.
🛒 Order Carried by Grac...2025-05-2218 minReading Between the LinesTransforming Self-Talk: A Journey to Self-LoveIn this engaging conversation, Debra Butterfield and Jodie O'Brien explore the profound impact of self-talk on personal identity and self-worth. They discuss the importance of recognizing negative self-talk, the techniques to counter it with positive affirmations, and the role of faith in shaping our self-perception. The conversation delves into how upbringing influences our beliefs about ourselves and emphasizes the need for forgiveness and acceptance in overcoming negative narratives. Through practical strategies and personal anecdotes, they encourage listeners to embrace their true identity and change the narrative in their minds.
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https://themotivationaleditor.com...2025-05-0836 minReading Between the LinesStaying in Faith: Navigating Doubt and Building Unshakeable FaitIn this heartfelt conversation, hosts Debra Butterfield and Jodie O'Brien explore the universal struggle with doubt in one's faith journey. They share personal stories of facing life's challenges—from family crises to professional disappointments—and discuss practical tools for maintaining faith during difficult times. Listeners will learn the importance of making deliberate choices about their reactions, using scripture as a foundation, creating personalized playlists, and surrounding themselves with supportive relationships. Debra also highlights her book "Unshakeable Faith," which offers principles to help believers build a stronger spiritual foundation in less time than the decades it took her to learn thes...2025-04-2937 minReading Between the LinesLetting the Walls Fall: Faith, Fiction, and Finding HealingIn this heartfelt conversation, Jodie O’Brien sits down with author Debra Butterfield to talk about her Her Inheritance fiction series—and the personal stories that shaped it. Debra opens up about writing from lived experience, what forgiveness really means, and how God used her characters to speak back into her own life.
They explore the emotional core of her protagonist, Sally Clark, a woman navigating deep wounds from her adoptive father and trying to believe she's worthy of love. Debra shares how writing fiction became a journey of healing, and how a simple act—removing a ring—c...2025-04-1726 minReading Between the LinesCarried by Grace: A Mother’s Story of Faith, Abuse, and HealingIn this powerful first episode of Reading Between the Lines, host Jodie O’Brien sits down with author and editor Debra Butterfield to talk about the story behind her first book, Carried by Grace—a raw, personal account of the abuse her daughter endured and the faith that carried them both through the darkest season of their lives.
Deb shares what it was like to face the unthinkable: betrayal from someone she trusted, the guilt she had to work through, and the strength it took to keep going for her children. Together, they reflect on the role of d...2025-04-0235 min
Your Best Writing LifeFive Questions to Ask an Editor Before Signing a ContractWhat did you think of this episode?Today's industry expert is Debra Butterfield. Debra is the author of ten books, which include Claiming Her Inheritance, Discovering Her Inheritance, Unshakable Faith, and Carried by Grace: a Guide for Mothers of Victims of Sexual Abuse. She is a freelance editor and editorial director for CrossRiver Media Group and a former copywriter for Focus on the Family.Five Questions to Ask an Editor Before Signing a ContractHow does your faith influence your editing?What genre do you specialize...2024-02-2033 min