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Stephen King Advice on Writing

“Write with the door closed, rewrite with the door open,” advises Stephen King. In the initial stages of writing, embrace solitude and focus, letting your ideas flow freely without external influences. This private space allows your creativity to flourish. Once your first draft is complete, open the door and invite feedback. Revising with an open… Continue reading Stephen King Advice on Writing

Neil Gaiman on Creativity

“The one thing that you have that nobody else has is you,” Neil Gaiman reminds us.   Your voice, your mind, your story, and your vision are uniquely yours. Embrace this individuality and let it shine through in all you do.   Write, draw, build, play, dance, and live in a way that only you… Continue reading Neil Gaiman on Creativity

Henri Matisse on Creativity

“Creativity takes courage,” as Henri Matisse wisely said.  It requires boldness to bring your unique vision to life, to share your innermost thoughts and ideas with the world. Each creative act is a brave step into the unknown, where doubts and fears must be overcome. Embrace the courage within you, trusting that your creative journey… Continue reading Henri Matisse on Creativity

Kay Ryan on Poetry

A poem is a conversation between a reader and a writer, beautifully described by Kay Ryan, Pulitzer Prize winner in Poetry 2011. In this intimate exchange, the writer pours their heart onto the page, and the reader engages, bringing their own experiences and interpretations. Through poetry, we bridge gaps of time, space, and understanding, creating… Continue reading Kay Ryan on Poetry

Terry Pratchett on Writing

Embrace the evolving journey of writing! Sir Terry Pratchett shares: “I, on the other hand, am a technophile, so there is no such thing as a first draft. The first draft plunges on, and about a quarter of the way through it I realize I’m doing things wrong, so I start rewriting it. What you… Continue reading Terry Pratchett on Writing

Jon Acuff on Creativity

Embrace your unique journey! Jon Acuff reminds us: “Don’t compare your beginning to someone else’s middle.”   Every creative path is different, and comparing your early steps to someone else’s advanced stages can hinder your growth and joy.   Each artist, writer, and creator starts somewhere, and it’s important to honor your own progress. Celebrate… Continue reading Jon Acuff on Creativity

Creativity is Rooted in Love

Creativity is rooted in love, reflecting the essence of God as love, as stated in 1 John 4:8.   Christians see creativity as a beautiful expression of this divine love, mirroring the boundless compassion and creativity of the Creator. When we create, we channel this love, infusing our work with purpose, meaning, and beauty.  … Continue reading Creativity is Rooted in Love

Tracy K. Smith on Poetry

Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize winner in Poetry 2012, reminds us: “Poetry is not a cure. It is an invitation to beauty.”   Poetry doesn’t seek to solve or heal all our woes; rather, it invites us to witness and appreciate the beauty in the world, even amidst pain and struggle.   Through poetry, we… Continue reading Tracy K. Smith on Poetry

Creativity in Imagination

Creativity embraces imagination and wonder, reflecting God’s divine creativity as described in Ephesians 3:20-21.   Just as God shaped the world with infinite imagination and power, our creativity mirrors this divine spark. When we create, we participate in this beautiful act of creation, letting our imagination and wonder transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.  … Continue reading Creativity in Imagination

Sharon Olds on Poetry

Sharon Olds, Pulitzer Prize in Poetry winner in 2013, beautifully captures the essence of poetry: “Poetry is a place where the things you don’t want to happen sometimes happen.” In the realm of poetry, we confront our deepest fears, sorrows, and unwanted truths. It’s a space where we can explore and process the complexities of… Continue reading Sharon Olds on Poetry