Sep 21, 202649 min
On today’s episode, Austin Gentry joins The Writer’s Desk! Austin is a pastor, podcaster, and author. He has written several books, including 10 Things Every Christian Should Know for College, as well as Bible studies...
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The Writer’s Desk
Hosted by Lydia Johnson · arts · EN
About this Podcast:
A behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of writing.Each week, Lydia shares an update on writing and self-publishing her Christian nonfiction book, from outline to publication. Lydia’s book recounts her 20s, exploring career changes, evolving relationships, and faith. Along the way, Lydia interviews Christian writers and authors about their own creative processes and the stories behind the work they bring into the world.If you love writing, storytelling, and honest conversations about faith and creativity, this podcast invites you inside the process.
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What is The Writer’s Desk about?
A behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of writing. Each week, Lydia shares an update on writing and self-publishing her Christian nonfiction book, from outline to publication. Lydia’s book recounts her 20s, exploring career changes, evolving relationships, and faith.
Who hosts The Writer’s Desk?
The Writer’s Desk is hosted by Lydia Johnson. The show has published 22 episodes to date.
What has The Writer’s Desk covered recently?
Recent episodes include "How to Make the Most of What You've Already Created with Austin Gentry" (21 September 2026, 49 minutes), "Finding Joy in Writing and Trusting God with What Comes Next with Caroline Shankle" (3 August 2026, 52 minutes), and "Writing with Godly Confidence with Tindell Baldwin" (20 July 2026, 53 minutes).
How often does The Writer’s Desk publish?
The Writer’s Desk publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 22 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Writer’s Desk?
Booking probability for The Writer’s Desk is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Writer’s Desk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Writer’s Desk's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for The Writer’s Desk are Artists, Writers & Performers and News, Magazine & Book Publishing. The Writer’s Desk has an arts audience.
About the host
Lydia Johnson hosts The Writer’s Desk, an arts podcast with 22 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Aug 3, 202652 min
Today on the show, I talk with Caroline Shankle, author, speaker, and somehow also a graduate student at Texas A&M University. Her first book, The Lion and the Bear: A 100-Day Guide for Facing Your Giants, released last...
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Writing with Godly Confidence with Tindell Baldwin
Jul 20, 202653 minOn today’s episode, Tindell Baldwin joins The Writer’s Desk! I’m excited to introduce today’s guest, Tindell Baldwin. Tindell is an author, podcaster, wife, and mom of four living in Atlanta, GA. She is the author of...
- Jun 15, 202654 min
On today’s episode, Chelsey DeMatteis joins The Writer’s Desk! Chelsey is an author, speaker, wife, and mom living in central Ohio. She’s written for a variety of publications, including Lifeway’s Journey Magazine...
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Don't Wait for Permission to Write with Katy Boatman
Jun 1, 202639 minToday, I’m welcoming Katy Boatman to The Writer’s Desk! Katy is an author, speaker, and mentor. She is the author of two devotionals, You Can Rest, a devotional for preteen girls, and You Can Trust, a devotional for...
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You Aren't Just One Thing with Caroline Lunne
May 18, 202639 minOn today’s episode, Caroline Lunne joins The Writer’s Desk! Caroline is a content creator, founder of Migrate Marketing, a boutique marketing agency based in Charleston, South Carolina, and author of Noticing, a weekly...
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Building a Writing Community with Mary Spencer Veazey
May 4, 202649 minToday, I’m welcoming Mary Spencer Veazey to The Writer’s Desk! Mary Spencer is an author and speaker who published her first book, Cul-de-sac Crossroads in 2024. Her book serves as a guide for how young adults in their...
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What You Can Learn from 10 Years of Online Writing and Self-Publishing with Courtney Hope Jones
Apr 20, 202654 minToday, I’m welcoming Courtney Hope Jones to The Writer’s Desk! Courtney is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and podcast host. In 2018, Courtney released It Is Written, a devotional that teaches you how to use Scripture...
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Permission to Pursue Multiple Creative Projects with Addison Ott
Apr 13, 202651 minToday, I’m welcoming Addison (Addie) Ott to The Writer’s Desk! Addie is an author, podcaster, and entrepreneur living in Indiana. She is the founder of gentle & lowly co., a clothing brand that helps you carry the...
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How Your Writing Can Encourage Others with Sarah Spradlin
Apr 6, 202658 minToday on the show, I chat with Sarah Spradlin. Sarah is a poet and farmer raised in Georgia, now living in Central America, where she's worked in cross-cultural ministry since 2020, which pretty much boils down to...
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There's Room for Your Book, Too with Katherine Hall
Mar 30, 202645 minToday on the show, I chat with Katherine Hall, author, speaker, and creator of Everyday Scripture, a free Bible study resource. Katherine is passionate about making Scripture engaging and easier to understand. In this...
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A Story She Couldn't Have Written with Jessica Kitchel
Mar 23, 202641 minToday on the show, I get to talk with Jessica Kitchel! Jessica and I first met through North Point Community Church back in 2013. I’ve always admired how Jessica has honestly and openly shared the good and the hard...
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Answering God's Call to Share Your Story with Alyssa Kumle
Mar 16, 202647 minIn this episode, Lydia shares her progress on her Christian nonfiction manuscript and an inspiring conversation with author, artist, and disability advocate, Alyssa Kumle. Alyssa’s debut book, Doubtless, was published...
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A New Mindset for Dealing with Doubt and An Exciting Podcast Update!
Mar 9, 202626 minIn this episode, Lydia shares her progress on her Christian nonfiction manuscript, a newfound realization about the consistent role of doubt in the creative process, an exciting update on the podcast's future, and more...
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Being Brave Enough to Try
Mar 2, 202623 minIn this episode, Lydia shares her progress on writing her Christian nonfiction manuscript, the unexpected inspiration she found from the winter Olympics and U.S. skier Breezy Johnson, and details on other...
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Overcoming Self-Doubt and Trusting God with the Outcome
Feb 23, 202635 minIn this episode, Lydia shares her progress on writing her Christian nonfiction manuscript, encouragement for dealing with self-doubt, and her decision to register for She Speaks, a writers’ conference put on by Proverbs...
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The Mistake That Almost Derailed My Writing Progress
Feb 16, 202637 minIn this episode, Lydia shares her progress on writing her Christian nonfiction manuscript, a writing mistake she’s still figuring out how to fix, the importance of protecting your writing time, Biblical encouragement...
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Staying Consistent When Life Gets Busy (Writing + Platform Building)
Feb 9, 202631 minIn this episode, Lydia discusses the compounding effects of short writing blocks and why consistency is what matters most in achieving big goals. As always, Lydia shares her weekly progress on her Christian nonfiction...
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How to Start Writing Your Book
Feb 2, 202633 minIn this episode, Lydia shares progress from the first official week of writing her Christian nonfiction manuscript. She shares her surprise in learning to shift from writing “short” to “long”, how to fit writing time...
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Deciding to Write a Book and How an Outline Can Help
Jan 26, 202639 minIn this episode, Lydia introduces herself and her background as a writer, shares why she decided to write and self-publish a Christian non-fiction book, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at creating an outline that...
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