Big Risks In Russia: A Chapter Book Review by Guest Blogger, Sue Irwin

August 17, 2023

REVIEW Big Risks in Russia, by Marianne Hering, (our September Master Class instructor) is the upcoming title in Adventures in Odyssey’s popular “Imagination Station” series.  A brief prologue brings newcomers to the series up to speed by introducing the main characters, cousins Patrick and Beth as well as Imagination Station inventor “Whit,” and trouble-making Amelia. From there, … More Big Risks In Russia: A Chapter Book Review by Guest Blogger, Sue Irwin

A Different Kind of Writing Prompt

August 14, 2023

Writing prompts are used by students and writers alike to challenge their creativity and/or to improve writing skills. They can be presented in a variety of ways – phrases, questions, topics – the sky’s the limit. Their purpose is to present you with an idea or thought that you can expand upon, allowing you to … More A Different Kind of Writing Prompt

So Why Isn’t War and Peace a Chapter Book?

August 7, 2023

By Guest Blogger and upcoming MC teacher, Marianne Hering Before I tell you why a fiction book with a whopping 361 chapters is not a chapter book, let me ramble about myself for a minute. Gauche, I know, but it’s part of the answer. So, I’ve written a few books in my day. I wrote … More So Why Isn’t War and Peace a Chapter Book?

Book Review: The Girl, The Ghost, & The Giant

August 3, 2023

Cool off from the summer heat with The Girl, the Ghost, & the Giant by Rebekah Reese, a heartwarming tale set in the frigid mountains. … More Book Review: The Girl, The Ghost, & The Giant

Look Up! A Devotion by Mindy Baker

July 31, 2023

When a Vacation Inspires Worship and Trust I recently went on a vacation to Zion National Park. A massive display of the artistic ability of our Creator, the impressive grandeur and beauty of the canyon views are hard to match anywhere on earth. Our family had the opportunity to explore the Narrows, one of the … More Look Up! A Devotion by Mindy Baker

MESSAGES: A Picture Book Review by Guest Blogger, Jean Taylor

July 27, 2023

At Write2Ignite we are always thrilled when one of our team publishes a book. This time, I have the double pleasure of sharing Gail Cartee’s new picture book with you since we are in the same critique group. The reviewer is Jean Taylor, a graphic designer in North Carolina. This is Jean’s debut book review … More MESSAGES: A Picture Book Review by Guest Blogger, Jean Taylor

Writers Need Rest to Maintain Their Creativity, Part 1

July 24, 2023

Writers often need rest in areas other than just sleep in order to maintain their creativity. … More Writers Need Rest to Maintain Their Creativity, Part 1

Introducing Monarch Publishing

July 20, 2023

I’m so excited to share this new publisher of “Clean Reads that You Can Trust” that I was actually glad for a hole in our blog schedule (it usually throws me into a panic) to tell you about Monarch. I think many of you will be interested to learn about Jen Lowry and her (relatively) … More Introducing Monarch Publishing

The Best Writing Tip for Beginners

July 17, 2023

There was a man who worked at a factory who made some stuff. Let’s be honest. If this was an opening line, you’d close the book, put it back on the shelf and ask, “How did THAT ever get published?” But what if I told you this line could be fixed by using one simple … More The Best Writing Tip for Beginners

Goals vs. God’s Glory by Erin Greneaux

July 13, 2023

As authors, how do we draw the line between doing our very best work and leaving the results to God? In a world obsessed with numbers and achievements, how do we steward our gifts well, but also ensure that our motives of glorifying God are pure in the midst of accomplishment? These are questions that … More Goals vs. God’s Glory by Erin Greneaux