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Since I was a child I have loved reading and have maintained a journal off and on for more than 30 years. My book, "Teaching the Story: Fiction Writing in Grades 4-8" (Maupin House, 2007) reflects these twin passions of reading and writing. "If you want to write, read!" I am presently writing my first young adult novel, you can find out more under the "Half-Truths" tab. I love to read, listen to audio books, garden, teach writing, and am learning to golf. I co-publish the "Talking Story" newsletter with Joyce Hostetter, am a judge for the fiction contests sponsored by the Center for Writing Excellence, and enjoy teaching writing-- particularly to young people who love to write!
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MEANWHILE BACK AT THE MANGER: A Christmas Picture Book and Giveaway!

It is my pleasure to share my fellow Write2Ignite team member, Brenda Covert‘s, debut picture book, Meanwhile Back at the Manger (Ambassador International, 2025).

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Thomas is frustrated with his job in the stable, pushing around hay and cleaning up after the animals. Leaving his stable job behind, he starts a new job, night fishing with his friend. But meanwhile, back at the stable, something

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Average rating: 4.83 · 115 ratings · 94 reviews · 2 distinct works • Similar authors

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The Emotion Amplifier Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Stress and Volatility

by Angela Ackerman (Goodreads Author)

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Carol Baldwin said: " Each page is set up like the other thesauri in this seres. As a member of ONE STOP, I have these thesauri at my fingertips. While writing my novel. I identified what I thought my character was feeling. Then I consulted these lists of physical signals ...more "

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Carol Baldwin liked Kim's review of Half-Truths: "It's hard to imagine and acknowledge that a time like that described in this book existed. Sadly, we all know it did. This historical fiction novel sheds light on racism that cannot be forgotten. The author brings an authentic voice and a vivid setti" Read more of this review »
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Carol Baldwin liked Kyle Morgan's review of Half-Truths: "Wonderful debut novel by my dear literary friend Carol. While I am not the obvious target audience, this book provides a great example of how Christians should lead the way for racial reconciliation. I think young adults will enjoy the rich setting o" Read more of this review »
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“But there is one cool thing
about having a weirdo mother.
She works so hard at remembering
where she left herself
she doesn’t have time
to work on me.”
― Linda Vigen Phillips, Crazy

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