By Jean Matthew Hall at www.jeanmatthewhall.com I am called to write books for children: board books, poems and articles for children’s magazines. I’m learning to write chapter books and I’m enjoying each new step of my writing journey. I especially … Continue reading →
I love Historical Fiction. The Institute for Children’s Literature is calling for submissions for a historical MG novel passage of no more than 750 words. I’m hoping that’s a sign that its popularity is returning. What is historical fiction? I’m finding out … Continue reading →
Losing a loved one can be devastating. Even knowing the person is in a better place may not help you cope with the pain and suffering. When I lost my mother to cancer, she was 47 and I was … Continue reading →
By Jean Matthew Hall Yipee! I’m excited and grateful to join the Team of Christian Children’s Authors. I would like to tell you a little about myself. I’m a retired teacher. I spent almost 25 years teaching and serving as … Continue reading →
What makes a story timeless? Lois Lowry wrote Number the Stars over 25 years ago. Today it is still a popular children’s book. Lowry wrote an introduction to the 25th Anniversary Edition in which she gives some insight for her … Continue reading →
When my children were young, I taught 6-7-year-old Sunday School. One Sunday the preschool teacher asked me if I taught the story of Sodom and Gomorrah to the children. I answered, “Yes, we try to shelter our children but Satan … Continue reading →