On Our Bookshelf: Where The Mountain Meets The Moon by Grace Lin

In today’s review of “Where the Mountain Meets the Moon” by Grace Lin, we’re discussing the beautiful themes this story holds.
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, […]
Running Aground With Our Writing

How many shipwreck tales of running aground with your writing can you tell? For me, I’ve lost count.
**Bonus Post**: Making the Jump: From Hybrid Publishing to Traditional (Interview with Michael Dowling)

Today, we have a special bonus post on Michael Dowling‘s experience with hybrid and traditional publishing. Want to learn more? Don’t miss our September Master Class with Darcy Pattison on self-publishing. Registration is now open. Interview Sally: “Teaching Sound Biblical Principles to the Next Generation” seems to be a key focus of your book. Why […]
Just Enough Room for Christmas

It’s August, and I have another Christmas book for you! This time it’s because the release date is September 2nd. That’s 2 weeks away! Summary In a tiny barn in Bethlehem, Old Hannah the cow lives alone until the cold wind drives other animals to seek shelter. One by one, they squeeze in, but when […]
Book Review: When I Talk to God, I Talk About You

Join us for a review of “When I Talk to God, I Talk About You” by Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins. Illustrated by Lisa Fields
When the Writing Way is Steep

When the writing way is steep, do we concentrate on the steep incline or do we put one foot in front of the other?
Author Interview with Nancy Tupper Ling

I first discovered children’s author and poet Nancy Tupper Ling when I read her blog post on Tara Lazar’s popular Storystorm event in January. Having written everything from blog posts to poems, from picture books to books for adults, Nancy has done it all! She’s been featured on Write2Ignite’s blog before, too. In case you […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast Ep. 2: Carol Baldwin

For 18 years, Carol Baldwin worked on a historical YA novel titled “Half-Truths.” Reading books, interviewing people, and visiting locations, Carol poured her heart and soul into telling the story of an unlikely relationship between two girls in 1950 North Carolina. One white, one black. Now that the book has been published, Carol offers some […]