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Using Break Times for Creative Brainstorming
One of the things I value most during holiday breaks is the space they create for intentional reflection and creative brainstorming. When life slows down just enough, it gives us permission to pause—not to stop creating, but to create more thoughtfully. For me, break times are an opportunity to sit down and take a strategic…
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A Word From Our Publisher: Reflecting on 2025 With Gratitude
As we close out 2025 and enter this beautiful holiday season, my heart is filled with gratitude and reflection. This year marked a powerful season of growth and transformation for Create and Blossom—a year defined by transition, reimagining, refining, structure, collaboration, and meaningful partnership. Most importantly, it was a year filled with incredible books carrying…
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📚 A Year in Review: Celebrating the Authors and Books We Were Honored to Work With in 2025
As we reflect on 2025, we are filled with gratitude for the extraordinary authors who entrusted us with their stories this year. Each book represented not only a creative accomplishment, but a deeply personal journey — shaped by resilience, faith, imagination, healing, and purpose. From children’s books that build confidence to reflective works that encourage…
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Celebrating New Children’s Book Author Terry Aslin and You Can Do Hard Things
Children’s literature is welcoming an inspiring new voice with the release of You Can Do Hard Things by author Terry Aslin. The heartfelt book delivers a powerful yet gentle message about perseverance, courage, and emotional resilience—encouraging young readers to face challenges with confidence and compassion. The story centers on Miss Emma and her family as…
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🎄 A Christmas Miracle… Almost 🎄
Miracle Thompson had lived most of her adult life in words.For years, she was the most popular columnist in the city—her weekly essays about hope, heartbreak, and second chances were so beloved that people lined up at coffee shops on Thursdays just to grab the newest issue of the magazine. Readers adored her.Locals recognized her…
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How to Become Your Own Publisher: A Guide for Independent Creators
If you’re thinking about taking the leap and becoming your own publisher, this post is for you. The world of publishing is transforming rapidly, and today’s writers don’t need to wait for a traditional publishing house to validate their work. With the rise of self-publishing and digital tools, authors can become their own publishers—gaining control…
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Your December Reset: How to Reflect, Restore & Bloom Into the New Year
December arrives with a soft reminder: slow down, take stock, and breathe. While the world rushes into holiday mode, this month quietly holds one of the most powerful energies of the entire year—completion, reflection, and renewal. At Create and Blossom, we believe in leaning into nature’s rhythms, and December is an invitation to pause, appreciate…
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Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for a Creative Holiday Break
Holiday breaks have a way of opening up little pockets of quiet—those rare, gentle moments where creativity feels easier to reach. It’s the perfect time to jot down a short story, try out a new writing prompt, or simply reflect on what you’re grateful for. Every year, I look forward to these still moments, when…
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How to Start and Maintain a Gratitude Journal
Starting a gratitude journal is one of the simplest, most meaningful ways to nurture a positive mindset and create space for personal reflection. Whether you’re new to journaling or returning to the practice, focusing on what you’re thankful for can help you slow down, reconnect, and find joy in the everyday. Why Gratitude Matters—Especially During…
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