By Carla Stewart
I grew up in Texas
“I wasn’t born in Texas
That’s what writing is for me. I wasn’t born with a pencil
in my hand and didn’t even choose English or Creative Writing as my major in
college. In fact, I became a nurse, married, and had four sons. But the desire
to write novels like those I loved to read was a constant companion. Some
day. Some day.
But some day didn’t come until I turned fifty, and all of a
sudden my life flashed before my eyes. I knew I’d better get cracking if I was
ever to hold a published book in my hand. It took ten years until I had that
privilege. But there’s no feeling on earth like it. This spring, my fourth
novel will release, and I’m looking forward to it as much as the first.
Was it worth it to wait? For me, yes. Because I’m so
focused (obsessed) with what I’m currently doing, I’m afraid I would have been
a terrible mother and not enjoyed my family and the world of nursing that have
influenced what I do write. Nor would I have the rich life experiences to draw
on or as many insights into human nature. I’ve certainly read a lot more books
and probably have a better “sixth sense” for what makes a story resonate.
Would I recommend that other late bloomers give it a try?
Absolutely! Now more than ever we need to immortalize the stories from our
past, let those voices in our heads—whether they have a country twang or a big
city drawl—come to life in stories. Now is not the time to let fear keep you
from following your dreams. With all the resources available today for
learning the craft and connecting with people as well as the many avenues
toward publication, there’s no reason not to give it your best shot. I have a
friend who published her first book at age 87. I couldn’t be more proud of her!
I wasn’t born a writer, but I got here as quick as I could.
And I’m glad I did.
_________________________________________________________________
Carla Stewart is the award-winning author of three novels.
Her newest one, Stardust, is
the story of a young mom in the 1950s who must make a new life for herself and
her daughters when her unfaithful husband drowns in the bayou. Carla’s writing
reflects her passion for times gone by as she endeavors to take readers to that
place in their hearts called “home.” Carla Stewart loves to connect with
readers at www.carlastewart.com.Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/chasinglilacs/
My website: www.carlastewart.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChasingLilacs
FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/carlastewartauthor GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3335371.Carla_Stewart Stardust Video Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp4VwmNvTb
Broken
Wings (FaithWords), 2012 Finalist Oklahoma Oklahoma
No comments:
Post a Comment