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Anthology Magazine

Theme and Purpose
Connecting through Christmas 2025

In a world that often moves too quickly, our Christmas anthology serves as a moment to pause and reflect on the connections that matter most. "Moments of Light" celebrates the warmth that emerges when we come together during the holiday season—whether through cherished traditions, unexpected kindnesses, or the simple joy of shared experiences.

This collection brings together diverse voices and perspectives, each illuminating different facets of what makes this season meaningful. From timeless reflections to contemporary celebrations, our anthology aims to capture the essence of Christmas as a time of renewal, generosity, and human connection.

We invite readers to find themselves within these pages—to recognize their own traditions, discover new ones, and perhaps most importantly, to feel less alone in both their celebrations and their reflections. In sharing these moments of light, we hope to strengthen the invisible threads that connect us all during this special time of year.

Welcome to our Christmas anthology—a gathering place for hearts and minds during the season that reminds us of our shared humanity.

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Why Anthology Matters

In a time when digital communication often replaces meaningful connection, "Moments of Light" emerges as a thoughtful counterpoint to the season's commercial noise and hurried pace. Our Christmas anthology addresses several crucial needs in our current cultural landscape:

Authentic Connection in a Fragmented World
As our society grows increasingly divided along various lines, the shared experience of holiday traditions—whether time-honored or newly created—reminds us of our common humanity. Through carefully crafted stories and reflections, this anthology creates a literary gathering place where diverse voices converge in celebration of what connects rather than separates us.

Slowing Down in a Season of Hurry
The modern holiday season has become synonymous with haste—rushing between obligations, navigating crowded stores, and checking off endless to-do lists. Our anthology invites readers to pause, breathe, and immerse themselves in moments of reflection. In doing so, it offers a gentle but necessary reminder that the most meaningful aspects of the season cannot be purchased or scheduled.

Preserving the Art of Storytelling
In an era of fleeting content and abbreviated communication, our anthology honors the timeless tradition of storytelling. Each contribution represents hours of careful crafting—a gift of time and thought that stands in stark contrast to the disposable nature of much of our contemporary media. These stories provide a lasting alternative to content designed merely for momentary engagement.

Building Community Through Shared Creativity
The Just Write Club's anthology represents not just a collection of individual works, but a collaborative creative endeavor that strengthens our local writing community. By bringing together diverse voices under a common theme, we demonstrate the power of shared creativity to foster belonging and mutual appreciation.

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Rights and Criteria

Rights
Contributors retain copyright of their work while granting The Just Write Club first publication rights and the right to include the work in the anthology. After publication, authors are free to republish their work elsewhere with acknowledgment of its initial publication in "Moments of Light: The Just Write Club Christmas Anthology."

Selection Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated based on quality of writing, originality, emotional resonance, and relevance to the anthology's theme. Due to space limitations, not all submissions may be accepted.

 

Compensation
- Contributors receive one complimentary print copy and a digital edition
- 10% discount on additional print copies (up to 10)
- Publication credit and bio included in the anthology

We look forward to reading your festive stories and sharing them with our community. If you have any questions regarding the submission process, check back June, 2025.

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How We inspire
"We invite you to rediscover the quiet magic of Christmas through stories that illuminate connection, celebrate thoughtful pauses, and remind us that in sharing our experiences—both joyful and bittersweet—we find the true light of the season."​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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