The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 14: Sue Irwin
Introducing… Back in the day, NHL player Jacques Plante wrote letters to a kid in Canada, giving him tips on the game. That kid grew up to be Sue Irwin’s husband. When she learned about this collection of letters, Sue decided to write a book about hockey safety. “Safety Stars” led to another sports book […]
Craft Secrets from Patricia Raybon
Are you looking for a few more craft secrets? Patricia Raybon has several to consider. Over ten years ago, I met Patricia Raybon at the Colorado Christian Writers Conference. I’ve followed her ever since. Recently, I attended a webinar presented by Writing for Your Life where Patricia shared craft secrets that have helped her win the […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 13: Bob Smiley
Introducing… They say never meet your heroes. But I made an exception. Bob Smiley has been making me laugh since I was a kid reading the Clubhouse Magazine. I’ve seen almost every standup special he’s made. But when I read Average Boy’s Above Average Year, I became an even bigger fan. Bob Smiley and Focus […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 12: Daniel Blackaby
Introducing… As a fourth-generation author, Daniel Blackaby knows a thing or two about legacy. His grandfather wrote the impactful book “Experiencing God.” Every Christmas break, Daniel re-reads the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Legacy and cultural impact are always on Daniel’s mind. Which is why he launched his website The Collision.org which features articles and […]
Waiting Well
Waiting Well Years ago, I mentioned to a writer friend that I have trouble waiting well on God’s timetable with my writing. It seems my plans and God’s plans are often out of sync. Even when I see evidence of God’s favor on my writing, I wonder how I missed his plan for a three-book series […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 11: Emily Golus
Introducing… Fantasy has the power to change someone. When C.S. Lewis read Phantastes by George MacDonald, he said it “baptized his imagination.” For Emily Golus, Vindor helped her with her anxiety. Now, the mother of two has three books set in the land of Vindor, and she’s hoping to write more. On this month’s episode, […]
Blog Strategies for Authors
As an author who writes for children, are you also a blogger with questions about what strategies you should incorporate into your blog? If so, in this post I gathered information from Celebration Web Design’s website to help answer some of those questions. Celebration Web Design is a website development company committed to providing the best business, […]
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 10: Donna Thornton
When her mother retired and started a raspberry farm, Donna Thornton found her hundred-acre wood. Starting with a baby donkey named Druplet, Donna wrote a picture book as a gift for her mother. This led to a publishing contract, another picture book, and another.
My Nine Writing Lessons From the Grand Prix Race
So, there you have it. My nine writing lessons from my Grand Prix adventure. What helps you stay on track in this race we call writing?
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 9: Anna Raats
The Write2Ignite Podcast: Ep. 9: Anna Raats Introducing… Since 2009, Anna Raats has worked for Ambassador International. From designing the interiors of books, to becoming the Chief Operating Officer of the publishing company, Anna knows a thing or two about publishing books. On this month’s episode, Brenda and I sit down and ask her the […]