Tending The Garden of Your Heart

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Kimberly Novak shares heartfelt lessons she learned through the blooming of a Christmas Cactus. 

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched; they must be felt within the heart.” Helen Keller

Many instances in our lives make a good argument for Helen Keller’s quote. Take, for example, a baby’s first smile and the soft touch of their little hand in yours. If we go deeper into those connections, we will find that the most intimate emotions are within the heart. In an unexpected example, I considered the many ways we can tend to the garden of our heart and produce a thriving relationship with God.

My mom texted me recently, celebrating that her Christmas Cactus had bloomed. After more than a year with no emerging flowers. Taking notice that the plant was not thriving in its environment, Mom moved it to a different room. “It is happy,” she shared.  I wondered why a Christmas plant would be blooming now in May. The weather is warmer though not quite yet spring-like. Also, this is a “Christmas Plant,” and we are in Easter Season. Intrigued, I powered up the laptop and searched all there was to know about the Christmas Cactus. 

There’s no shortage of information about this unique plant; for example, it is known for endurance and loyalty. Also, I read a Christmas Cactus Legend which goes deeper into what the plant represents. After all of this research, I still couldn’t find out why an adjustment in its environment made the plant happy.

The event and the beautiful change the cactus experienced gave me pause to look at how this relates to a nurturing relationship with God. Plants need specific growing environments, soil consistencies, and various levels of sunlight to achieve their full potential.  As children of God, we can relate. There are multiple ways to measure the growing conditions of our spiritual life, all leading to happiness of the heart.

Temperature plays a significant role in our walk with God. When we are consistent in prayer and our spiritual practices, our longing for God runs hot! Spirituality thrives in this environment.  The rising passion for God then needs to be watered frequently.  It is important not to get to a point where we are dry or overwatered in prayer life.  One can never pray too much; however, it is possible to pray without a feeling of genuine love for God in our hearts. Praying with sincerity from the heart will safeguard your level of spiritual hydration.

Life throws a lot our way, and there will come a day when you don’t feel like spending time with God. Much like a plant with halted growth, this is considered dormancy. A great way to combat this is through spiritual stillness. Prayer, without conscious words, yet in the presence of God. Eucharistic adoration is a beautiful place for worship of this nature and is an excellent preparatory phase for the next step on this journey, making conditions ripe for growth.

Recognizing your prayerful habits and patterns will keep your prayer life lush and abundant. Also, journaling is a great way to chart changes and emotions during your prayerful encounters. Find a way to highlight or mark days of consolation and go back to them when something has you down.  These moments will act as nourishment for your spirit.  

Now, it is time for the light to shine!  With plants, indirect or direct sunlight plays a prominent role in the plant’s growth, texture, and lifespan. It is not much different in our relationship with God when considering God’s light and love as our source. Living in a way that glorifies our Lord allows His light to shine outwardly from us and onto others. It is in God’s light and love where the happiness in our hearts takes hold.  Loving God and feeding on His love is a true expression of Helen Keller’s quote. When we nurture our spirituality before, during, and after blooming, it results in feeling the best and most beautiful things God is offering.

Spring is here, and soon, all will be shopping for the prettiest flowers, blooming plants, and preparing the soil for planting.  I might suggest that in this time, we also consider where we can allow for spiritual growth and how God is calling us to plant the seeds He has given us to share. 

The Writing Charism, and Finding Your Writing Niche

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I’ve been a writer for forever, but I’ve only been Catholic since 2018. Writing in the Protestant world for decades was a blessing, and I had no trouble finding community and support. Still, a bit of grieving needed to happen when I recognized that becoming Catholic meant that my presence in some areas of my previous social sphere would now be awkward.

As an extrovert, I knew I needed to be assertive and find new friends while continuing to cherish my Protestant Christian friendships, and the first two places I searched were among mothers and writers. Obviously, I found the Catholic Writers Guild, praise God. And I also found a group of bookish moms at my parish!

My writing and mothering worlds converged in a fateful and providential way when I mentioned a podcast episode to my mom’s group. The podcast recommended some books I thought we could read together and introduced me to a Catholic word I was unfamiliar with – charism.

Because I come from a Protestant tradition that loves to study Scripture, I knew that charis was Greek for grace (or The Graces in classical mythology). And of course, I could see that it was the root of words like charisma and charismatic, but I had yet to encounter the concept of charism as Catholics use it.

The podcast episode (Fountains of Carrots Episode 86: Living Out Your Creative Dreams to Love Your Family, with Jen Fulwiler) talked about finding the special way God has called and gifted you to make a difference in the world—your charism. The way He created you to be a more whole, fulfilled person and family/community member. They also recommended a workshop from The Catherine of Siena Institute.

I had no interest in taking the workshop and really just wanted to read one of Jen Fulwiler’s books with the group. Still, one of my friends took the initiative and organized a group to go through the Called and Gifted Workshop, and I felt obligated to join since I was the person who brought it up in the first place. Since I’d taken oodles of personality profiles and spiritual gift assessments, I resisted. I felt like I knew myself pretty well, and I thought this would be a boring waste of time.

Something is compelling about looking at not just the way God has molded your personality or your talents but how He has specially equipped you to do good in the world. It goes beyond “what am I good at?” and asks, “what am I here for?”

This distinction is huge. And it proved to be life-changing for me.

I was not surprised to find that writing was at the very top of my list of charisms when I took the inventory. I already knew I was meant to be a writer. What I found the most useful in the workshop experience was learning about my other complementary charisms, and second, the six-month discernment process that the workshop recommends.

In addition to writing, I scored high in Teaching, Knowledge, and Helps, among others. I came to understand how valuable it is for me to know these things about myself when considering what to write. Technically, I can write decently regardless of subject or format, but that does not mean that all of my writing will be equally impactful.

To test this, I spent six months trying new things. I volunteered on the editorial board for our diocesan newspaper. I wrote (bad) poetry. I published a book of short stories. And I tried my hand at developmental editing, essays, and long-form fiction.

I discovered that while God can use me however He wants to, left on my own, I often try to swim against the stream and use my energy in ways that do not offer a great return on the investment. I can muddle through in some areas of writing, but I really shine in others. There’s a place that is an intersection of all of my charisms that is both personally fulfilling and evangelistically impactful.

Consider how a Writing charism paired with an Encouragement charism looks completely different than Writing and Leadership. Or Music. Or Administration. Or Prophecy.

I’m now working in publishing at a literary agency. I would never have even known to look in that direction for a job that utilizes my charisms if I had not gone through this discernment process, and every day it feels like a more and more perfect fit.

Whether you take an inventory like Called and Gifted, or maybe walk through the Clifton Strengths Assessment with Guild member Lisa Mladinich at Wonderfully Made, take some time to think and pray about the other charisms God has given you and how they impact your writing. Which kinds of writing will allow the graces God has bestowed on to you reach their perfect audience? Maybe it will be a new way to help you think about your niche.

Copyright 2022 Anjanette Barr

Cath-Lit Live: The City Mother

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“Cath-Lit Live!” features brief interviews with Catholic authors who are releasing new books. Hosted by Catholic author and speaker Amy J. Cattapan, “Cath-Lit Live!” gives viewers a glimpse into the latest Catholic books while getting to know a bit about the author as well.

 

The City Mother cover

The City Mother by Maya Sinha

Fresh out of college, small-town crime reporter Cara Nielsen sees disturbing things that suggest, for the first time in her life, that evil is real. But as the daughter of two secular academics, she pushes that notion aside. When her smart, ambitious boyfriend asks her to marry him and move to a faraway city, it’s a dream come true. (Chrism Press)

author Maya Sinha

 

About the author: Maya Sinha grew up in New Mexico and wrote for the Santa Fe Reporter before attending law school. As a lawyer, she wrote a humor column for the local newspaper. In 2019, she became a columnist for The Saturday Evening Post. Her work has appeared in The Lamp Magazine, Dappled Things, Book & Film Globe, and many other publications. The City Mother is her first novel. She lives in Northern California with her family.

 

You can catch “Cath-Lit Live” live on A.J. Cattapan’s author Facebook page. Recorded versions of the show will also be available to watch later on her YouTube channel and Instagram.

Copyright 2022 Amy J. Cattapan

CWG Member News: What is God Asking You to Do this Summer?

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May is often a busy month, filled with sacrament celebrations, graduations, and resuming outdoor chores. If you have young children, there are field trips, spring sports, recitals, and more. Have you made time for writing?

Now is a great time to set some simple goals for summer. Is there a manuscript to clean up? Is it time to do that research on where to submit your work? Have you created a marketing plan? Are there several books you’ve been meaning to read? Maybe this is the year to go to that conference. (See below.)

After a couple years of imposed schedule changes and new obligations, my goals this summer are a little lofty. I think they need to be. How about you? How is God calling you to serve Him with your writing this summer?  Have you asked Him what your summer goals should be–even if that is to relax and restore?

Carolyn Astfalk
President

The Catholic Writers Guild is pleased to co-sponsor the Stock the Shelves campaign hosted by Chrism Press. This simple campaign is a boon to readers and writers. Its goal is simply to get more books by Catholic and Orthodox writers on your library’s shelves. How does that happen? You request them.

It’s as simple asking. Some libraries have an online form for you to use. You may have to inquire with the circulation desk on your library’s process, but your library has a system for receiving patrons’ recommendations and purchasing new books for its shelves. Why not make those good books that the whole community can enjoy?

Catholic Writers Conference Live!

Our 2022 live conference will be held in conjunction with Catholic Marketing Network’s Momentum ’22. All the details are available at our website.

Registration is being handled through the Catholic Marketing Network. When you register, remember to click on “Catholic Writers Guild Track.” This is the only way for CMN to properly credit the Guild for its registrations, which help to cover our expenses.

Volunteer Opportunity: Bigmarker Managers

Do you like tech and want to help the Guild? We need of a couple of volunteers to manage the Bigmarker system. (It’s as easy as Zoom.)

What you need to know:

  • To increase our webinar offerings, volunteers are needed for beyond the annual online conference.
  • Assistance is needed with setting up the online conference. (The next will be February 24-26, 2023.)
  • Webinar masters are paid (usually a percentage of paid registrations).
  • Training videos are available as well as assistance from our resident Bigmarker expert, Karina Fabian.

Interested? More questions? Ready to commit? Let us know.

Seal of Approval

The Seal of Approval application opens for the 3rd quarter on Friday, July 1, 2022 at Noon EDT. When open, you can access the Seal of Approval Application Form.

Reminder: If your book has received an Imprimatur, it is ineligible for the Seal of Approval but receives all benefits associated with the Seal. More information on the Seal of Approval process.

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Stock the Shelves with Catholic and Orthodox Fiction

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The Catholic Writers Guild is proud to co-sponsor Stock the Shelves, a new joint effort to promote the inclusion of Catholic fiction in public libraries.

Did you know you can suggest titles for your public library’s permanent collection? We at the Catholic Writers Guild, along with several Catholic fiction organizations and dozens of authors, want to flood our local libraries with fiction by Catholic and Orthodox Christian writers, bringing our unique sacramental perspective to a wider audience.

How can you help?

Simple! If you are a fan of Catholic and Orthodox fiction, share your favorite titles with others by filling out a request form at the library or via your library’s website. It costs nothing except a few minutes of your time.

My local library automatically puts my name at the top of the hold list when they acquire a book I’ve requested. Even if I already own the book, I make sure to borrow it (I return it quickly). This way, the library’s circulation records show activity on that book.

To learn more, visit the Stock the Shelves campaign homepage and check out a wide variety of great contemporary Catholic and Orthodox authors.

Thank you for your support of this campaign—it’s an encouragement to all Catholic and Orthodox writers.

Copyright 2022 Barb Szyszkiewicz
Images: copyright 2022 Rhonda Ortiz, all rights reserved, used with permission

Just a Humble Writer

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I have often wondered what Mary felt and thought as the Angel Gabriel proclaimed that she was to bear the Son of God (cf. Luke 1:26-38). In her humility, she gave God her yes, and because of her fiat we have Christianity. Mary became the mother of our Lord, and because of her monumental role in the redemption of the world, she is the best example of humility in our faith. How can she be so important and well known, and yet humble?

In our modern culture, humility is perceived as weakness. Some would even say submissive is a synonym of humility. For most people, to be humble means to put ourselves down and feel unworthy. Our faith, however, gives us a very different understanding of humility. Simply put, humility is truly living in God’s will and not your own.

We have all known people who would benefit from a healthy dose of traditional humility. I’m talking about those who are completely full of themselves and unable to see the world in any way except their own. In those cases, humility might require being brought down a level or two.

But there are those of us, myself included, who need a healthy dose of humility to bring us up to the level that God wants for us. He doesn’t want us all sitting around feeling inept and worthless. True humility is knowing our place: not as a god in our own world, not as a doormat watching life pass by, but as an active participant doing what God wills for us.

For many years I refused to write because I did not feel worthy or equipped. When I thought about being a Catholic writer, I thought that there was no point of even trying because I do not have a formal Catholic education. I thought I was being modest and properly humble, knowing that I could not contribute to the Catholic writing world.

Thankfully, God didn’t give up on me (He never does). I recently dipped my toe in the water and found that while there are many Catholic topics I am not qualified to write about, there are plenty that I am! I have my own unique faith, conversion, and suffering experiences. I have stories that I know God wants me to tell. I have passion and a love of our Catholic faith, and if my writing brings even a single person closer to Christ, then I am doing what I am called to do.

Most importantly, I have learned that humility is not beating myself up or believing that I am unworthy of anything. It is setting aside my own desires and being fully present to give my own fiat to God for whatever He asks of me.

I pray for all aspiring Catholic writers: may you be properly humbled too. We need more good writers. Let it be you!

© 2022 Maria Riley

 

 

Confessions of a Journal Writer

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Journal writing entered my life when I received a pastel tie-dye-covered diary for my ninth birthday. The diary came with two dainty little keys, which I guarded with my life, though a sharp pair of shears could have gained anyone entry. That summer, I discovered my aptitude and affection for reflective writing. My first musings revolved around friendships, the unfair punishment imposed by my parents (however, to be fair, each was totally deserved), and I even took a whirl at penning poetry.

I still journal over 40 years later, albeit there is much less personal angst and much more spiritual contemplation. The joy of pen to paper, sorting through the full range of human emotion, connecting random thoughts, and wrestling with questions of theology—continue to bring great satisfaction and moments of remarkable clarity. While some people think out loud, I have learned that I think with a pen. My ideas come to a fuller understanding and bloom to maturity as I scrawl them out.

Muddled ideologies and bumpy spiritual awakenings are smoothed out as they are scratched out in red, purple, or green bold point across the smooth glistening writing surface. As my thoughts come fast and furious, my pen frantically toils to keep up, and there is no longer a need for a key to keep prying eyes from discovering my deepest thoughts. For it would require an expert in hieroglyphics as the words fly across the page, seemingly taking on a language of their own—my grandmother would call what remains chicken scratch.

Yet, I know I can return to these glorious pages and recall every word, every emotion. I decided long ago that the words I can no longer decipher or remember are simply not important or meant for anyone other than me. It is akin to those fleeting thoughts which float in and out of our consciousness, dismissed as inconsequential. The messages God wishes me to relay, I can attest, He repeats and reiterates through various situations and from myriad voices. In the end, I’m confident that what I publish for others to read not only comes from Him but always glorifies Him.

As time progresses, the purpose of my journals has evolved, less of capturing the memories of childhood and more of retaining the highlights of my journey of faith reversion. How the Catholic faith can be lived fully in everyday, ordinary moments of life, which I shared through my non-fiction writing. Between the pages of my collection of journals, one finds contemplation on the Scripture, catechesis on the tenets of the faith, mixed with my own struggle to believe, not lose faith, and cast-off doubts.

Spurred on to share because I’ve recognized, after years of conversations with others, that I am not the only person walking in the same wobbly steps, stumbling on these same rocks.

The journey is humbling, overwhelming, exciting at times, and heartbreaking at others. Yet, I know this is my call: to scribe the spiritual, spending endless hours in prayer, reading the scriptures, and participating in the sacraments. All to stay as close to Him as I can, and I’ll joyfully persist because it is on these pages I feel the closest to my God.

Copyright 2022 Allison Gingras

 

16+ Ways to Support Catholic Fiction & the Authors Who Write It

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Matthew Kelly says “we become the books we read.” So don’t we want to read fiction with virtue? If you’re searching for great Catholic fiction, it is out there. I promise! Here are sixteen ways you can support the Catholic fiction industry and the authors who create it.

This year (2022), I became a self-published author with my first novel, The Love We Vow. Through my journey, I’ve been able to meet and learn about so many other Catholic authors who share my passion and I want to support them and their efforts! There is demand for Catholic fiction.

1) Borrow their books on Kindle Unlimited (KU) and read the whole thing!

Authors get paid based on number of pages read in this program. You can sign up for KU through Amazon (I will not miss a chance to mention that you can always shop smile.amazon.com to make sure a percentage of your purchase goes to a charity of your choice. So you’ll be supporting Catholic fiction and a nonprofit!)

2) Buy their books in whatever format you prefer.

I know this seems like the most obvious one but there are actually many ways to buy books. Some authors sell directly from their website, often signed copies. They typically make more per book this way because they’ve cut out the middle man of a retailer. Another lesser known way to buy fiction in general is through BookShop.org, where you can support your local book shop at the same time. Of course, there’s the big retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Don’t forget your local bookshop!

3) Join Catholic Reads’ newsletter to get reviews and deals on Catholic fiction!

This is how I’ve been introduced to so many new authors. I interviewed the founder of Catholic Reads, ARK Watson on my podcast.

4) Listen to podcasts /Youtube shows about Catholic fiction to learn about new books and authors.

Some include: Cath-Lit Live!, Tales with DeSales, A Seeking Heart, The Catholic Author Show

5) Leave reviews for books on GoodReads and Amazon

Reviews are like gold for authors!

6) Sign up for author newsletters.

Here’s mine, the Nothing Fancy Monthly-ish Newsletter. Authors often keep their readers abreast of discounts on their books and their progress on current works.

7) Check out the work of the Catholic Writers Guild

I’m a member of CWG and it’s been one of the best decisions for my writing career. I highly recommend their online annual writer’s conference. They also have a program called the Catholic Seal of Approval, where authors can submit their work to be considered for it. A book with a Catholic SOA lets readers know that they’re picking up a piece of fiction that is in line with Church teaching and doesn’t disparage our faith. CWG also has an awards program called the Catholic Arts and Letters Award. You can find a list of past winners here.

8) Check out self-published Catholic books at Thy Olive Market

This is a really unique marketplace because it features Catholic books that are self-published. To my knowledge, there’s not another shop out there that focuses on this. Yours truly is in the process of selling her paperback on there.

9) Write and share your own fiction!

10) Request Catholic fiction at your local library.

Most library websites have a form where you can request a book they carry. If there isn’t a form, just call and ask or email your request!

11) Tell your friends and family about Catholic fiction you liked.

It’s hard to beat word of mouth book promotion. Many ebooks now have a feature where you can lend them to people for a short time. While this doesn’t generate revenue for the author, it could be a way to get a skeptical reader to try them out (and hopefully become a long-time fan)!

12) Start a book club at your parish.

You could even invite the author of the book to speak at your book club! If the author doesn’t live in your area, then consider doing a virtual meeting so that the book club members can ask questions and hear about the writer’s process.

13) Drop a Catholic fiction book off at a free little library in your neighborhood!

I just heard this idea from a colleague and I love it! You may have seen a tiny library outside of a neighbor’s house or in your city where the concept is often the same: take a book, leave a book. Why not leave your favorite Catholic fiction in there for others to discover?

14) Follow authors on social media.

Many authors spend time engaging with their readers online. It’s a great way to keep readers aware of what you’re up to and also let them know when you have new releases. Giving them a ‘follow’ shows you support the work they do and you’re cheering them on!

Self-published and traditionally published authors usually have to take their marketing efforts into their own hands. It’s not easy to write a book and it’s not easy to market it. There’s so much an author has to go through before their book falls in your hands. From an author, it’s encouraging to know that someone notices my work.

My only social media is my author Facebook page.

15) Subscribe to the email newsletters of Catholic publishing houses.

Another way to discover good books and get deals is by signing up for the email newsletters of publishing houses that cater to Catholic fiction. Here are a few:

16) Pray.

Fiction can shape our culture, so let’s pray for the authors who craft it! Here’s a great prayer for authors from a writer at Catholic365.

Other Ideas

I got such an amazing response from other authors on the internet that I wanted to add in some more of their ideas to support Catholic fiction:

  • Ask a Catholic author to be the keynote speaker at an event
  • Buy an extra copy to give to a friend
  • Collaborate with other Catholic authors to do a book giveaway
  • List your book on the “Buy Nothing” app for people in your neighborhood to discover and enjoy

Copyright 2022 Victoria Everleigh
Originally published at VictoriaEverleigh.com

Seal of Approval, First Quarter 2022

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The Catholic Writers Guild recently conferred the Seal of Approval on the following books:

  • Lectio Divina: 30 Days of Peace Journal, Kate Franz
  • In Pieces, Rhonda Ortiz
  • Stirring Slumbering Souls, Michael Seagriff
  • In a Far-Off Land, Stephanie Landsem
  • A Thread of Evidence, Joan Kelly
  • A Very Jurassic Christmas, Corinna Turner
  • Where Angels Pass, Ellen Gable
  • Rebellion: A Brief History of Satan’s Battles Against the Domestic Church, Michael Laporte

The purpose of the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval is to help Catholic bookstores and venues in their determination of the Catholicity of a work. This reassurance from a professional organization can assist authors in marketing and promoting their works. Books are also judged by their editorial integrity as well. Books that are not professionally edited or publication-ready are not eligible for the Seal of Approval.

Authors looking to reach a Catholic audience, but whose books do not qualify for an imprimatur (like fiction), or authors who do not have access to the process to get an Imprimatur, can submit their book for the SoA. It provides a tangible reassurance to readers and bookstore owners that the book does support Catholic beliefs and values; and in the case that it does not, it gives the author some useful feedback.

Readers can be assured that SoA books will not offend their faith and have a certain level of editorial quality.

Store owners can be assured that they can stock the book on their shelves, host the author for a signing, etc. without compromising their appearance or mission as a faithful Catholic apostolate.

Get more information on the Seal of Approval, including when and how to apply, at CatholicWritersGuild.org/seal-approval.

My Best Writing Advice

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My Best Writing Advice - Sarah Anne Carter at Catholic Writers Guild Blog

Writing as a mother of four is hard. I was recently asked what my best piece of writing advice was and it took me barely one second to decide on what it was: Write consistently.

Consistency can be hard to achieve when you have a busy life, but it is truly worth making a priority in your writing life.

I learned this lesson the hard way. The very first book I wrote was written in bits and pieces here and there. Some weeks, I would open it up to write three or four times a week and then other times, weeks would go by between my writing sessions.

When the draft was done, it was a confusing mess of swirling timelines, inconsistent names, and repetitive sections. I had to edit and edit and edit some more to get it to a good draft. It took a lot of work – most of which could have been saved if I had been more consistent in my writing at that time.

Now, I write at least five times a week. I aim for about 500 words a session, but even if I only have 10 minutes to write and only add 173 words, I moved the story forward and – most importantly – I know where I am in the story.

If I take too much time off between writing, I lose track. If that happens, I make sure to take the time to read back and refresh my memory instead of pressing on.

I also now take notes as I go along, making sure to note the characters’ names, ages, physical traits, and any dates so I can keep the timeline straight. It’s much quicker to check those notes than to read back in the story and find those details. 

So, how do I find the time with everything else on my plate as a wife, mother, homeschool teacher, and all the other things that crowd my attention?

I know I only need a 20-30 minute block of time to write about 500 words. I don’t consider my day complete until those words are written. I often look at my planner in the morning and pick a time where I will aim to do my writing. 

(I’m writing this at the ice skating rink while my youngest has her weekly lesson. I wrote 739 words for my current novel and now I’m writing my draft of this.)

There are pockets of time in everyone’s day, and I make it a priority to take one of those pockets and use it to write. It’s not selfish, because I feel it’s a talent God gave me, and I want to follow His calling for my life in this area. 

Your pocket of time may be in the morning before the work day begins. It may be at night as soon as the children are in bed. It may be during nap time one day and at the soccer field the next. It doesn’t matter how and where you write, but that you write. 

How do you find time to write consistently?

Copyright 2022, Sarah Anne Carter

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