One way to come up with ideas for holiday fillers is word association. Make a list of words associated with the holiday. Write the holiday or season at the top of the page, then begin listing every word you associate with that time. Certain words may trigger special memories for you to write about. Seasonal material must be mailed well in advance of the holiday you choose to write about.
Editors work months in advance of their publication date.
Check writers' guidelines for lead time so your article won't arrive too late to be considered for the proper season. Study your markets carefully to see which ones buy seasonal material. Keep a calendar close to your computer and keep it turned six to eight months ahead. Write about the holidays or seasons listed for the month showing on your advanced calendar. Credit card orders are processed immediately during business hours, Monday through Friday.