As an author of several books for teens and tweens, I spend a lot of time hanging with and observing kids. There are so many doing right, but they rarely make the news. More often than not, we are hearing about the bad our kids do, especially of late. In the last year or so […]
Educators Share How to Help Your Child Transition to a New School
The first day of school is hard enough without the added pressure of transitioning to a new environment, but for many families that will be the reality once classes begin in August. So how can parents help?
Audible to Release The Baby-Sitters Club Series in Audio for the First Time Ever
Audible, the world’s largest producer and provider of downloadable audiobooks and other spoken-word entertainment recently announced it will release all 131 titles in Ann M. Martin’s blockbuster middle-grade series, The Baby-sitters Club.
Join Chandra Sparks Splond in Saying a Prayer for the New School Year
School starts for many schools tomorrow here in Birmingham, and other areas will be starting soon. I thought now was a good time to say a prayer for not only our students, but all those who interact with them. Please join me in saying a prayer for the new school year.
Meet Dr. Heather “Aitch” Claibon, the August 2019 Momma of the Month
Dr. Heather “Aitch” Claibon has known since she was a teenager that she wanted twins, and now it’s one of many of her dreams that have come true.
Suzanne Weathers Wants to Change Our Schools through Prayer
With the start of school right around the corner, I’m honored to have author Suzanne Weathers visiting today to share an excerpt from her book, Change Our Schools through Prayer.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting College
Just because your child has finished high school doesn’t mean the learning has stopped. Now it’s time to kick their preparation of how to handle “real life” into overdrive. Let me state that I understand not every child will go to college. These are life skills that apply whether you go to school or not.
Author Debbie Rigaud Creates Sparks with Truly Madly Royally
Young adult and middle grade author Debbie Rigaud is truly living her best life. I recently spoke with her about her latest release, Truly Madly Royally.
Author Lorna “L.A.” Lewis Talks Torn: A Daughter’s Love
What would you do if you had to choose between saving the lives of two family members? National bestselling author Lorna “L.A.” Lewis tackles the topic in her latest release Torn: A Daughter’s Love.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting High School
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There’s Still Time to Read a Few Books This Summer
It’s hard to believe school actually starts back in less than a month. If you’re heading on vacation or just looking to get some reading done before then, use my affiliate links to check out these new and upcoming releases:
Meet the Authors of the Love Walked In Anthology
If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book and are overwhelmed by the thought of completing an entire manuscript, consider contributing to an anthology. Today, the contributors of Love Walked In are stopping by to share how to make it happen.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting Middle School
It seems like lately I’m trying to hold back time. Maybe it’s the realization that my baby is no longer a baby. Yes, I know she will always be my baby, but she’s heading into her sophomore year of high school this year, and I’m starting to realize I need to stop babying her so […]
Author Ann Marie Bryan Is Putting It All On the ‘Line’
Ann Marie Bryan is bringing her Encounters of the Heart to a conclusion with the release of the final book in the series. I recently spoke with her about Hearts over the Line.
Librarian Ginger Hewitt Shares How to Get More Reading Done
Looking for more time to read? I’m excited to have middle-school librarian and momma Ginger Hewitt with me today to offer tips on how to get it done.
Meet Melva Tate, the July 2019 Momma of the Month
Melva Tate, the July 2019 Momma of the Month and owner of Tate & Associates, is no stranger when it comes to putting in the work for her family and her career.
Author Candice “Ordered Steps” Johnson Has a Few Things to ‘Tell’ You
Author Candice Johnson is sharing a few secrets in her latest release, Only Tithes Will Tell.
10 Scriptures for You and Your Children to Memorize
I love the scriptures, and I believe knowing the Word of God and teaching it our kids is so important. Here are a few scriptures you and your kids can memorize to help hide the Word in your heart this summer.
Christian Contemporary Author Toni Shiloh Is Ready to Risk It All for Love
Christian contemporary author Toni Shiloh is risking it all with her latest release.
Join Chandra Sparks Splond in Saying a Prayer for Our Children
With so much going on in the world and in our city, I feel the need to cover our children. Please join me in prayer.
