There are dozens of holidays throughout the year. If you would like to write stories about holidays, you are in an ever-demanding market. From New Year’s Day to New Year’s Eve, you can take your pick. Only one month does not have a national holiday, and that month is August.
Additionally, there are state, city, county, and community holidays. So, the holiday story is by far the easiest to take on. It takes little research to find every detail for any kind of holiday. As a matter of fact, some housewives have even found careers writing holiday stories from home.
Take Christmas, for instance. It starts with celebrating the birth of Christ and extends all the way to Santa Claus and gift-giving. Gift-giving (and buying) has become an institution unto itself. Consider the fanfare and beauty of the Macy’s Parades. Last night, I watched Miracle on 34th Street for the first time in at least 30 years, and I was as excited as I was the first time I saw it as a child. Can you imagine how many stories have been written about the impact that film had on Americans and people beyond our borders? And how about the idea that Natalie Wood’s mother didn’t want her to believe in myths?
There are countless angles for Easter — myth or fiction? Religious or commercial? (Not much difference these days.)
I could go on and on, but I think by now you get the idea and can take it from here.
Oh yes, there’s the upcoming Valentine’s Day, but don’t get me started. I’ve made my point. As they used to say, “With pen in hand, I put ink to paper!” Just sayin’.
