Christmas Stockings and Missed Traditions by Our Intern, Aubrey Winstead
“Truce?” I turn to my sister first, but she’s already turned on me. “I’m out of ammo,” I’m barely able to squeal before she aims and fires. The bullet whizzes past me, hitting our dad in the shoulder. “Who was that?” he demands. I gesture at my uncle. Though his weapon had been aimed at […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 7: Jarm Del Boccio
Introducing… Jarm Del Boccio firmly believes in telling children stories that deal with trials and hardship. But never brutality. In her Middle Grade novel “The Heart Changer” she tells a story based on the Biblical account in 2nd Kings 5 of Naaman the Leper. Through her research, she discovered some fascinating aspects of Syrian life, […]
Making Sense of Seasonal Writing
Christmas is just around the corner. Shops are full of gift ideas while carols play in the background, neighborhoods are decorated with lights and all sorts of holiday displays, cookies are baking with the wonderful smells of cinnamon, nutmeg, and gingerbread filling the air, Douglas fir and pine trees abound with all sorts of fun […]
Interview with Sonja Anderson about Her New Picture Book, A Christmas Wish for Little Dala Horse: A St. Lucia Celebration
Today, I’d like to introduce Sonja Anderson and her new picture book, A Christmas Wish for Little Dala Horse: A St. Lucia Celebration (illustrated by Agnieszka Potocka) just out this fall from Tyndale Kids. This lovely story of love and hope is sure to become a wonderful read-aloud tradition each Christmas! Kathy: Please tell us […]
**Bonus Post**: Two Exciting Christmas Picture Book Releases
I’m excited to share with you two unique Christmas pictures books that have released this month. As we head into the holiday season, be sure to check these out! They would make the perfect gift for the child in your life. Meanwhile, Back at the Manger by Brenda Covert Summary This unique retelling of the […]
Author Interview with Valerie Ellis
Earlier this year, I was delighted to introduce Valerie Ellis and her fun picture book, Let’s Go! Bible Adventures! to you. (In case you missed it, you can check out our interview here.) Today, Valerie is celebrating the recent launch of her middle grade devotional book, Wild Faith Devotional for Kids (illustrated by Jen Bricking, […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 6: Brenda B. Covert
Introducing… When Brenda Covert took one of our Master Classes taught by Laura Sassi, she immediately had the idea for Meanwhile, Back at the Manger. A few years later, she finally has a picture book to call her own. A fun re-telling of the birth of Jesus, Meanwhile, Back at the Manger tells the story […]
Digging Deep Into Research
What happens if you are working on a nonfiction writing assignment that prefers primary sources and/or information within 100 years or so of the event? This isn’t your ordinary research project. This means you have to Dig Deep! Here are some tips to help in your research.
2 Corinthians 8: The Grace of Giving
Why does giving matter? In 2 Corinthians 8:1-15, Paul describes the grace of giving and urges the church to care for those in need.
Faithful Storytelling for Young Hearts in a Confused Culture: Part 1 by Guest Blogger, Alexia Jons
There’s a silent war happening all around us—not with guns or headlines, but with stories. In classrooms, on screens, in books, and through influencers, our children and teens are constantly absorbing narratives that shape how they see themselves, others, and God. Some of these stories offer truth. Most offer confusion, cleverly disguised as freedom. And […]