When I read the flyer that accompanied last month's issue of the “Our Daily Bread” devotional, I was intrigued by the image of the brand-new children's book, God, the Great I AM (illustrated by Thaís Mesquita, published by Our Daily Bread, 2026). The author of that...
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Author Interview with Jennifer Jahn
I first met Jennifer Jahn at a Write2Ignite's Time2Write session. It's always a treat to chat with Jennifer, and today, it's a special joy to introduce her to you as she celebrates the release of her debut children's book, God's Wide Wonderful World (illustrated by...
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...
**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...
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....
The Write2Ignite Podcast Ep. 3: Laura Sassi
If anyone was qualified to write stories for children, it would be Laura Sassi. She has worn many hats through the years: a mother, a homeschooler, a teacher, and a children’s ministry director. She also wore a special hat for our podcast episode! With over ten books...
Book Review “Great Gusts: Winds of the World and the Science Behind Them”
Join us for a review of “Great Gusts: Winds of the World and the Science Behind Them” by Melanie Crowder and Megan Benedict.
Two Kinds of Children’s Books
There are two kinds of children's books: the kind that grownups want children to read and the kind that children want to read. As adults, we may be tempted to write the first type of book. The kind that gets Newberry and Caldecott medals. The kind that ends up on...
Writing for the Ear
In my multimedia journalism class, our professor talked about “writing for the ear.” If you’re unfamiliar with the term, writing for the ear is when you write something that is meant to be spoken or performed rather than read silently. My Shakespeare professor taught...
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates: A Book Review by Pam Halter
With school in full swing, now is the perfect time to check out another picture book: We Don't Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins. Summary It’s Penelope Rex’s first day of school, and she can’t wait to meet her classmates. But making friends is hard when they’re so...
An Interview with Tina Cho by Sue Irwin
This week, we’re happy to have Tina Cho join us here at Write2Ignite. I’ve been a fan of Tina’s work since I heard her interviewed at a writer’s conference about three years ago. So, when I heard she was celebrating the launch of her latest picture book for the...
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...
What Writers Can Learn from Dolly Parton
Okay, you may have been hesitant with my article What Writers Can Learn from Walt Disney. You may have seen the Peanuts comic strip in a new light with What Writers Can Learn from Charles Schulz. But Dolly Parton? Surely, Kyle, you’re taking this thing too far! But...
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.
Book Review: The First Unicorn by Kathleen J. Shields
“And the unicorns shall come down with them, and the bullocks with the bulls; and their land shall be soaked with blood, and their dust made fat with fatness.” (Isaiah 34:7 KJV) If you ever come across this verse in the King James Bible, it might give you some pause....
MESSAGES: A Picture Book Review by Guest Blogger, Jean Taylor
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...
Mouse’s Christmas Gift: A Review and Giveaway by Sally Matheny
Tis the Season Tis the season to savor excellent Christmas books! This week you’re in for a treat with a review of MOUSE’S CHIRSTMAS GIFT. To top it off, we have an autographed giveaway copy. Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la, la-la! Review When Parson gets sick, the...
Sneak Peek: Samantha Bell’s Presentation for W2I 2018
You've finished your picture book manuscript. You've read it over and over again, and you've revised it several times. The children in your life love it. You've even had a writing friend or two critique it for you. Finally, it's ready to submit . . . or is it? In my...


















