Kathy O'Neill won't need any introduction to many of our readers. She's been involved with Write2Ignite since 2022. I first met Kathy at a W2I Master Class – and was immediately struck by her kind, gentle spirit. Kathy serves as Critique Group Coordinator for our organization, and today, she celebrates her much-anticipated, soon-to-be-released middle grade devotional, Hoofprints of Hope Devotional: 52 Wonders of Faith and Science for Horse-Loving Kids (Tyndale Kids, 2026). No more horsing...

Three years ago, I met Janice D. Green when I attended my first-ever Write2Ignite critique group meeting. Since then, I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to get to know Janice and to learn from her. Today, I’m delighted to introduce my friend Janice to you as she celebrates her brand-new picture book, Outside ABCs (illustrated by Jonathan Huff, published by Ambassador International, 2026). Sue: Let’s start at the beginning – with “A” – for an awesome author’s amazing ideas. Please tell us the story...

If you’ve read Clubhouse Jr., Clubhouse, Brio, or Focus on the Family magazine over the last 30 years, or listened to the “Official Average Boy” podcast, or enjoyed one of his fifty Christian books for teens and kids, chances are you’ll recognize the name of today’s guest. In September, publishing professional Jesse Florea will join us to share his expertise on “Writing for the Children’s Magazine Market” at Write2Ignite’s next Master Class. Today, I’m delighted to introduce Jesse to you, and...