Introduction: A Calling Beyond Words
In a world full of fleeting noise and temporary trends, author Sarah Dickens stands as a powerful voice of faith, healing, and purpose. With her heart rooted in Jesus Christ and her pen guided by divine inspiration, Sarah is redefining what it means to be an author in today’s world—an author who writes not just for readers, but for redemption.
Her debut memoir, A Victory Song: Beneath the Veil, released in 2022, marked the beginning of a career that was years in the making but eternally purposed. Through her raw storytelling and unwavering faith, Sarah shares the highs and lows of living with bipolar disorder and how her identity as a child of God remains unshaken, even in the darkest valleys.
The Spark That Started It All
Sarah’s journey into authorship began long before her first book was published. It traces back to her childhood, when a simple question from her kindergarten teacher—“What do you want to be when you grow up?”—planted a seed in her heart. Her answer was immediate and bold: “I want to be an author.” That passion only grew stronger through the years as teachers praised her essays and classmates listened intently when her stories were read aloud.
In 2018, that childhood dream was reignited at a women’s conference. Surrounded by visionaries and dreamers, Sarah shared her aspiration to write a book. That moment of courage led her to meet her book coach—divinely placed in her life—and the first outline for her memoir was born.
The Journey of Becoming: From Dream to Debut
Before launching her official career as an author in 2022, Sarah diligently prepared. She used her social media platforms not just to build a brand, but to live out loud—sharing snippets of her life, faith, and journey as a Christian woman with bipolar disorder. This authenticity laid the foundation for readers to understand who she is behind the pages.
Her debut memoir, A Victory Song: Beneath the Veil, was not just a book—it was a breakthrough. Written over the course of four years, the memoir details her experiences as a Christian woman living with bipolar disorder. The honest portrayal of both her suffering and her spiritual triumphs offers readers something rare in the literary world: vulnerability paired with victory.
The impact was undeniable. A Victory Song went on to win second place in its category at The Global Book Awards, a major milestone that affirmed Sarah’s purpose as more than just a writer—she’s a vessel for God’s message.
Writing Through the Darkness: A Mission of Hope
What sets Sarah apart is her unapologetic mission to bridge a spiritual and emotional gap for her readers. Her books address mental illness—a topic often surrounded by stigma—through the lens of faith and hope. She is passionate about showing others, whether they are struggling with mental health or not, that peace is still possible in Jesus Christ.
“I write so my readers can experience the same peace and hope I found in Him,” Sarah shares. “Through the good, bad, and indifferent moments, Jesus remained constant—and that’s what I want my audience to know too.”
Project by Prayer: A Spirit-Led Process
Sarah doesn’t just write books—she prays them into existence. Every manuscript, every title, and every release is first brought before God. She believes that divine timing plays a vital role in when and how her books come to life.
Her upcoming projects include the anticipated sequel, A Victory Song: Thoughts of Peace (set to release in 2025), followed by A Victory Song: Thoughts of Power, and a children’s illustrated book titled She Walks With Jesus. While the release dates for the latter two are still unknown, Sarah remains committed to prayerfully seeking God’s guidance for each one.
Faith as Fuel: What Truly Motivates Her
Unlike many in the literary field, Sarah’s motivation isn’t accolades or bestseller status—it’s her personal relationship with God. The trials she has faced, especially living with bipolar disorder, have drawn her closer to Christ and further fueled her writing.
“My relationship with God is what inspires every word I write. He is the reason I’ve come this far,” Sarah says. “Even when the world might label my circumstances as a disadvantage, I see them as divine opportunities to glorify God.”
Redefining Success Through a Kingdom Lens
To Sarah, success isn’t about book sales or social media numbers. It’s about obedience to God’s call and the fruit that comes from faithfully stewarding her gift. She believes the true measure of success lies in the work she puts into each project and how God chooses to use it to impact others.
“I don’t work for man’s approval—I work for God’s. If He is pleased, then that’s all the success I need.”
Advice From the Heart: For Aspiring Authors and Believers
One of the most impactful pieces of advice Sarah ever received came from her mother: “Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior while there is still time.” She took that to heart at the age of eight and has never looked back.
Now, she offers the same encouragement to others: “Let Jesus be the author of your life. When you trust Him, He’ll write a story for you that’s more powerful than anything you could write on your own.”
A Voice for the Voiceless, A Victory for the Broken
Sarah Dickens is not just an author. She’s a light in dark places, a voice for those silently suffering, and a beacon of hope for those searching for peace. With every book, every word, and every prayer, she continues to declare a simple yet powerful message:
There is victory in Jesus—and it is a song worth singing.
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Stay tuned for the release of A Victory Song: Thoughts of Peace in 2025 and other Spirit-led projects to come.