Write for Heaven Held: October Call for Submissions!
Hi sweet friends!
As I dive into the formatting of the first issue of Heaven Held magazine for September, I’m already looking ahead to October as well!
I’ve been creating a backlog of interested writers but I want to shift gears and open up submissions as to make the process more streamlined. So if you have reached out to write for the magazine, this is for you!
For this issue, I want the stories and reflections you feel God is leading you to write. Rather than fitting your words into strict constraints, I want your voices to dictate the heart of what is published.
What I Am Looking For
I am seeking submissions that reflect these core pillars: Christ-centered reflection, creativity in motherhood, and communal collaboration.
Christ-Centered Reflection (Feature Piece): A substantial, theologically grounded reflection encouraging mothers to look to Christ and go deeper in their faith through life’s transitions through your personal experience.
Communal Collaboration (A Letter Between Friends): An intimate, honest, personal letter written from one mom to another about navigating a specific change in your life or mindset.
Creativity in Motherhood (Romanticizing the Season): Practical inspiration, creative ideas, or reflections on how to bring wonder, warmth, and quiet magic into your home as the season turns.
Mom Panel & Short Stories: Brief reflections, funny anecdotes, or encouraging moments from your current season. If we gather multiple short pieces, we will curate them into a collaborative Mom Panel highlighting different perspectives on change.
Submission Details
Word Count: Aim for roughly 500 to 750 words. This is substantial enough for a full magazine piece while remaining easy to layout. Don’t worry if you run slightly shorter or longer!
Deadline: Please send all pitches and completed drafts by September 15.
Future Issues: Depending on the volume of submissions, anything that isn’t chosen or used for the October issue could be used for future articles!
If you have a story or reflection on your heart, I would love to read it! Feel free to send your submissions to sarah@bysarahsmith.com. Thank you for sharing your gifts with this community!
Much love,
Sarah
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