When I set out to write my latest manuscript on November 1st, I set out with the goal of reaching the higher word count required by publishers like Hallmark. I also thought that I would try to tone down the Christian aspect and write more of a "sweet romance." As I got deeper and deeper into the manuscript, though, I couldn't help myself. I had to put those scenes in there, having my characters pray, look to God for advice, be involved in various church functions, etc. I knew when I started that they were Christians, but I still thought it wouldn't be that hard to leave out those pieces. Instead, I couldn't resist them.
In some ways, this is annoying because it means I didn't accomplish exactly what I meant to. In other ways, though, I think it makes me a bit proud. After all, it means those parts are so ingrained in me that I can't help but share them with others. It's not just words on a screen ... it's who I am. As I go through my own life, I want to pray to God, looking to Him for advice. I want to make sure I'm involved in all I can be with my church family. I want my children to know that if something is going on with our congregation, we'll be there if at all possible and have it be a big part of their lives, too. Maybe some people can be Christians without all that, but I can't. So, was there too much Christianity in my book? No such thing! I just might have to find a different publisher.
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