The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 5: Lori Z. Scott
Introducing… When Lori Z. Scott won the Christy Award in the Young Adult category, she hadn’t prepared a speech. She never thought she would win, and she almost didn’t go to the ceremony. But this wasn’t unusual, because Lori Z. Scott never wanted to write Offsides in the first place. When it was suggested that […]
The Importance of Submission Guidelines
You’ve worked hard on your manuscript. You found a publisher that you think may like your story, and you send it out with great expectation. You wait several months. You hear nothing back, which is not uncommon nowadays. Most publishing companies only respond if interested. You believe your story must not have been a perfect […]
**Bonus Post**: Introducing W2I’s New Christian Authors Reading Event (CARE) by Cindy Lynn Sawyer
The countdown is on! From Nov. 3–7, 2025, Write2Ignite will host the first-ever Christian Authors Reading Event (CARE), a week of free, faith-filled story connections for readers of all ages. What is CARE? CARE is a week-long celebration that pairs Christian children’s authors with classrooms, libraries, churches, and homeschool groups. During this special event, hosts […]
Similarity Between PT and Writing
Several years ago, I went to physical therapy. While I exercised, I was struck by the similarity I discovered between physical and writing.
Darcy Pattison’s Master Class on Self-Publishing: Picture Books and Middle Grade: A Recap by Our Intern, Aubrey Winstead
We are so excited to introduce our intern for the Fall 2025 semester, Aubrey Winstead. Aubrey is a senior at North Greenville University and is making her debut on Write2Ignite’s blog with a recap of Saturday’s Master Class. Welcome, Aubrey! We are so excited to have you on board. The Master Class Saturday’s opening devotional […]
No Power? Now What?
I’m sitting at my desk, preparing to work on a big writing project. I have my notes, and my laptop is ready for me to find some additional online information. But then I notice that the livestream I was listening to has fallen silent. Streaming issues? Hmm. Next, I notice that the ceiling fan above […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast Ep. 4: Carolyn Bennett Frasier
For every general market book written by Carolyn Bennett Fraiser, there is a companion book in the educational market. Was this an accident, or God’s plan? In this episode, I sit down with Carolyn to discuss what the educational market is, and how to break into it. From helpful resources like Evelyn Christensen’s list of […]
The Birds of Christmas: Book Review and Extension Activities by Mindy Baker
Author Olivia Armstrong has a new release from Eerdmans Books for Young Readers entitled The Birds of Christmas. It is beautifully illustrated by artist Mira Miroslavova and is based on a European folktale. This Christmas tale chronicles how the robin got his red chest. It all starts when Raven is witness to the angels announcing the […]
Becoming a Problem Solver (And a Great Publisher) by Upcoming Master Class Teacher Darcy Pattison
Thirteen years ago, I decided to put all my energies into Mims House, my publishing company, and bring my books to market. I wanted to put my books into the hands of the right kids. I didn’t know that the journey would turn me into a patient, persistent problem solver. When you independently publish books, […]
Psalm 78: Tell the Next Generation
Today’s devotional on Psalm 78 focuses on our important call to tell the next generation of the wonderous works of the Lord.