March is Women’s History Month, so what better time to celebrate a few of the female voices that have shaped the literary world? These six (though there are many more) women writers challenged cultural expectations, expanded the boundaries of literature, and paved the way for future generations of writers. Each of them left behind invaluable lessons about writing, creativity, courage, and what it means to be a minority navigating the literary world. Whatever you’re working on—a novel, poetry, a memoir, or a devotional—take a moment to learn from the greats! Here are six lessons from six extraordinary women. 1. Mary…

March is nearly upon us and with it comes the Christian tradition of Lent. This forty-day period (taking place from Wednesday, March 5 to Thursday, April 17 in 2025) is normally used for prayer and fasting, but many have adopted it as a way to give up something they love, such as sugar, coffee, or other consumable items that are not the best for our health. Some may even try to give up being on social media all the time or stop watching YouTube videos to be more productive. There is an advantage to this, for lack of a better…