All The Books We Cannot See

Blog & website of children's book author Tara Lazar All the Books We Cannot  See November 10, 2016 in Children's Books, Creative Writing Image via midwestjournalpress.com When I first thought of the title of this blog post, it was to be about all the books I have received from publishers the last few monthsâ€"all the books I did not have time to properly write  about, but I still wanted to acknowledge. Then, after this week’s events, another meaning struck me. Nathan Bransford already said it: Now we write. There are stories inside you which will help ease the terrible confusion of the moment. Stories  widen our world view, they introduce us to the struggles and triumphs of others, they increase our empathy and understanding. They lighten our hearts. They open our minds. We cannot see those stories now, deep within you. You have an obligation to summon them forth. But I want to further the discussion. There are other things we can do besides read and write. Volunteer for a cause in which you believe deeply. Volunteer for a cause that you want to know more about. Step up. Be a role model, a pillar of your community. Start small and aim big. Encourage others. Instill hope and stand for something good and decent in this world.  There is no greater call to service than right now, however you feel about this week’s outcome. We can all make a difference. (Recommended for kids: BE A CHANGEMAKER by Laurie Ann Thompson.)