Your Story Can Change Lives! PUBLISH: Your Message Matters Shows Christians How to Write, Publish, and Share with Impact

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – Gilbert, Arizona—Monday, September 15, 2025

In a publishing world obsessed with sales charts and self-promotion, a new release from publishing veteran Athena Dean Holtz flips the script with a refreshing truth: success isn’t about fame—it’s about obedience.

Her new book, “PUBLISH: Your Message Matters” (Redemption Press), is a step-by-step guide for aspiring and emerging Christian writers who feel called to share their story but are held back by self-doubt, spiritual resistance, or uncertainty about where to begin.

Blending biblical wisdom, real author testimonies, and 30+ years of publishing expertise, Holtz equips readers to:

• Clarify their God-given message and connect with the right audience
• Write from healing, not hurt so their words bring freedom
• Recognize and overcome imposter syndrome and spiritual warfare
• Steward their story with excellence that honors God
• Reframe marketing as ministry, not self-promotion

“Your story may be personal, but it’s never just for you,” Holtz says. “When you share the words God has entrusted to you, you become the key to someone else’s breakthrough.”

Why This Book Matters Now

Thousands of Christians feel the persistent nudge to write but stall out—distracted, discouraged, or overwhelmed by the process. “PUBLISH: ” meets them in that struggle, offering both Kingdom perspective and industry-proven tools to help them move from blank page to published message.

Athena’s “PUBLISH: Your Message Matters” will be free and available for download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, September 16 through September 20, 2025. “PUBLISH: Your Message Matters” debuted to rave reviews! Here’s what just a couple of the reviewers have said:

Debbie Ashley

5 Stars Thorough and Inspirational

This book walks you through every step of publishing with clarity and compassion. You will be able to identify roadblocks and forge new patterns of thinking as you write, publish and market your book. And you won’t do this alone. Athena not only shares her own wealth of knowledge and experience, she points you to God and His word as the ultimate source of strength and truth. Personal stories, heartfelt prayers and encouragement fill these pages. Still wondering if you could ever be a published author? This book is for you!

Kelly Hall

5 Stars Empowering! Faith-Building Courage!

“This book is so much more than it promises to be!!! Empowering Scripture and powerful stories of transformation will inspire and equip you to step over fears that have silenced your voice and boldly follow the Lord into His calling on your life. If you’ve ever sensed the Lord prompting you to write your story, I believe He will use the message of this book to propel into the next season of your calling.”

For interviews, contact: Athena Dean Holtz at athena@redemption-press.com

Website: www.Redemption-Press.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Athena Dean Holtz is founder and publisher of Redemption Press, a pioneer and leader in Christian selfpublishing for over 30 years. A survivor of spiritual abuse and a seasoned speaker, author, and podcast host, she now mentors and equips writers to steward their stories with excellence and heart. Her life—marked by God’s redeeming faithfulness—breathes hope into every page.