How about the Bible? Does the Bible have anything to say that will help us be better writers and submitters?
Sure does!
Here are several verses I was given way back when I first started writing. I wish I could remember who compiled them so I could give them credit, but I don't, so we'll just give the credit to God for writing the Book in the first place. =)
These verses helped me direct my efforts; I hope they help you, too!
Should you Brave Sending Out your Work?
Cast your bread upon the waters,
For you will find it after many days.
Ecclesiastes 11:1
Should You Send Simultaneous Submissions?
Give a serving to seven, and also to eight,
For you do not know what evil will be on the earth.
Ecclesiastes 11:2
Should You Give in to Writer's Block?
He who observes the wind will not sow,
And he who regards the clouds will not reap.
Ecclesiastes 11:4
Submitting and Being Rejected, Should You Keep Trying?
In the morning sow your seed,
And in the evening do not withhold your hand;
For you do not know which will prosper,
Either this or that,
Or whether both alike will be good.
Ecclesiastes 11:6
What Should You Write About?
She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.
Proverbs 31:26
Should You Market Your Own Work?
That I may proclaim with the voice of thanksgiving,
And tell of all Your wondrous works.
Psalm 26:7
Should You Believe in What You Do, Feel Confident About Your Writing?
She perceives that her merchandise is good,
And her lamp does not go out by night.
Proverbs 31:18
How Should You Feel about Your Goals for the Future?
Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
Proverbs 31:25
A Final Motivation
This will be written for the generation to come,
That a people yet to be created may praise the LORD.
Psalm 102:18
Have any to add? Share here! And Happy Writing!
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