A Dream That Took Root Early
Some dreams whisper; others declare themselves. For Sarah Dickens, the call to write began in a kindergarten classroom. When most children spoke of becoming astronauts or teachers, she simply said, “I want to be an author.” That early spark never faded—it grew into a lifelong purpose.
Throughout her childhood, teachers recognized her gift for storytelling. Her essays often earned praise, and her short stories were read aloud to classmates. Books became her sanctuary, shaping her thoughts and fueling her creativity. By the time she reached her teenage years, Sarah’s pen had become her closest companion—a vessel through which she processed life, faith, and emotion.
From Newsrooms to Narratives of Faith
After completing her degree in Mass Communication, Sarah entered the fast-paced world of journalism. She spent several years as a news editor for Atlanta Christian Voice, sharpening her editorial instincts and her command of language. Yet even as headlines filled her days, she felt a deeper pull—to write not about daily news, but about divine truth.
That pull eventually took shape as her first book, A Victory Song: Beneath the Veil. Guided by a writing coach and grounded in prayer, Sarah transformed her life story into a testimony of grace. When the memoir was published in 2022, it marked more than a professional achievement—it was the moment she surrendered fully to her calling as a Christian author. Soon after, she left journalism to pursue writing full time, trusting that obedience would lead to impact.
Writing Through Pain, Writing Toward Peace
What makes Sarah’s writing stand apart is her willingness to be transparent. She doesn’t shy away from mental health discussions; instead, she integrates them with her faith narrative. Her second memoir, A Victory Song: Thoughts of Peace (August 2025), deepened this approach. Without a coach this time, she relied solely on divine inspiration.
Her writing process was rooted in quiet communion—prayer before dawn, reflective walks, and time spent in creative solitude. She spoke openly about her experience with bipolar disorder, confronting misconceptions that often surround believers living with mental illness. In her view, faith is not a shield from suffering but a compass through it.
Healing as a Holy Process
Through her books, Sarah offers more than personal reflection—she creates a bridge between emotional wellness and spiritual growth. She reminds her readers that being human and being faithful are not opposites. In her world, every trial is an invitation to trust, and every scar becomes a story of redemption.
In Thoughts of Peace, she explores spiritual practices that restored her sense of balance: journaling, caregiving, art, and walking in nature. Each act, she says, became a way to reconnect with God’s still voice. For her, healing is not only about recovery—it’s about relationship.
Faith Over Formula
In an industry obsessed with market trends, Sarah writes from a different place—stillness. She doesn’t chase deadlines or genres; she listens. Each book begins with prayer, not planning. When she expanded her second manuscript from eleven to twelve chapters, it wasn’t an editorial choice—it was symbolic, a gesture of completeness rooted in biblical meaning.
This approach gives her work a timeless quality. Every sentence feels like a conversation between creator and Creator, guided not by strategy but by surrender.
Building a Community of Faithful Readers
What began as a solitary act of obedience has evolved into a global ministry. Sarah’s online presence now spans multiple platforms, where thousands engage with her daily reflections, devotionals, and life updates. Her authenticity resonates deeply with readers who seek encouragement, honesty, and spiritual renewal in a noisy digital world.
With the success of her second memoir, Sarah is expanding the A Victory Song series with upcoming titles such as Thoughts of Power and Declarations of Light. Beyond that, she’s turning her attention to younger audiences through She Walks With Jesus, a children’s book designed to introduce kids to faith through storytelling and art.
Lessons for Those Who Dare to Dream
When asked what keeps her grounded, Sarah offers a simple truth: “Let God lead the story.” Her philosophy is built on surrender rather than striving. She believes that creativity, when aligned with divine purpose, becomes ministry. Success, to her, is measured not in sales but in souls touched.
Her advice to aspiring writers echoes this conviction—write with humility, trust the process, and remember that the words you’re given are not yours to hoard, but to share.
Carrying Light Forward
Sarah Dickens’s journey is a testament to what happens when passion meets faith. From the girl who dreamed of writing to the woman who now writes to heal others, her path reflects perseverance and purpose in equal measure.
Her story reminds us that every challenge carries a message, every wound holds wisdom, and every life—when surrendered to grace—can become a living victory song.
Through her pen, Sarah continues to prove that storytelling, when rooted in faith, can illuminate even the darkest valleys. She doesn’t just write books; she writes hope into being.