The Value of Critique Groups
How can critique groups inspire us as writers? Last year, Kathy O’Neill’s blog post shared the importance of critique groups through highlighting Bandersnatch: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and the Creative Collaboration of the Inklings. I absorbed her article, grabbed the book, and shortly thereafter, found myself in a second critique group. (My Write2Ignite critique group […]
The Impossible Girl: A Middle-Grade Review by Jean Hall
As we gear up for our Master Class on Writing MG & YA Christian Fantasy, the Write2Ignite team is reading and talking about this popular genre. Registration for the class opens March 1 for the April 13 class with Amy Earls. In the upcoming weeks, I plan to publish several reviews of fantasy books. In […]
Good News from the Write2Ignite Team
As you know, all of us at Write2Ignite are dedicated to instructing and encouraging Christian writers who desire to publish books for children that honor the Lord. We also love sharing good news when an author finds a publishing home. Today, I’m happy to share publishing news from five team members–including me! Click on the […]
Book Review: At Mossingford Gate by B.K Napier
Discover the exciting world of “At Mossingford Gate” by B.K. Napier. Filled with sweet characters and a delightful setting.
Write2Ignite Master Class Participant Signs with Monarch Educational Services!
A note from the W2I blog coordinator, Carol Baldwin: I’m wearing a few hats these days. On top of working on a new historical middle-grade novel, blogging about kidlit, and co-ordinating this blog, I’m also Monarch Educational Services’ new publicist. So, with a huge smile on my face, I’m happy to introduce Laura Petrisin, Monarch’s […]
Five Tips for Finding Your Target Audience by Guest Blogger, Ann Harrison
I received an email from a friend wanting to know how to find his target audience. He stated that he didn’t know who his target audience was, because he wanted to market to everybody. I sent him an email telling him that when you market to everybody, you market to nobody. It’s important to know […]
From the Write2Ignite Team
Image by lucecitavectors on Freepik We’re taking a week off to spend time with our family and friends. See you in 2024 with more posts on Christian kid lit, book reviews, writing tips, and godly inspiration!
MISGUIDED: A MG Review by Guest Blogger, Brooke White
Book Review In the book Misguided by David Meyer, preteen Daniel Ford figures out a mystery that can ruin his town’s reputation. He gathers his friends Cindy, Keeley, and Adrian to solve this mystery. After a bit of hesitation, his friends agree to help. This book is told from various points of view showing different characters’ responses […]
Book Review: Jolley Tales by Lydia Riley
Join us for a review of the first two books in the Jolley Tales series, a set of character building picture books.
Villains, Foils, and Redemptive Possibilities in Children’s Literature by Dr. Debbie DeCiantis
Most people are familiar with villains – antagonists who cause conflict with the protagonists we (usually) root for in stories we read or write. But what are foils? What do they contribute to a protagonist’s conflict resolution (and sometimes, redemption)? Can an antagonist ever experience redemption? Analyzing your character types may be a new concept […]