Why I Didn’t Write a Book during Quarantine

I'm singing in my "recording studio."

I had the time and physical energy to write a book while staying home, but my heart led me toward music instead of writing. The people closest to me seemed to need comfort, the focus of my singing, rather than spurring to action, the focus of my nonfiction writing.

​With help and inspiration from Audacity, YouTube, and Flickr, I’ve posted a few personal music videos on Facebook. You can see my video of Twila Paris’s “How Beautiful” here.

I will write again, but for now, I’m expressing my voice musically. Don’t be afraid to make your voice heard in a new way if that will reach your audience!

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Darla Nagel is a biomedical copy editor who has an invisible chronic illness. She wants to educate healthcare professionals and encourage patients. If you want to receive quarterly updates from her, email darla.nagel{a}gmail.com.