Seven Reasons Writers Need an Encourager
By Diana Leagh Matthews Last month, a dear friend passed on to glory. Her passing is a great loss to the Christian writing community, especially among those who knew and loved her in the Southeast. Tribute after tribute poured in on Facebook, each one highlighting what an encourager she was. It made me reflect on what she meant in my own life— and why every writer needs an encourager walking alongside them. 1. Writing is lonely. The writing life is deeply isolating. We need fellow writers who will lift us up, offer honest feedback, and nudge us beyond our comfort zones. 2. Writing is often misunderstood. Many of our family and friends (especially those outside of the writing life) don’t fully understand the time, dedication, and sacrifice required to build a writing career. We need someone who understands the journey and can walk beside us, cheering us on. 3. We face con...
