In a fast, noisy world filled with constant screens, social pressure, and endless distractions, children’s fantasy books offer something timeless and deeply needed: space to imagine, courage to grow, and hope beyond the ordinary. In this guest post, author Dawn Ford reflects on how imagination shaped her childhood, why fantasy still matters for today’s children, […]
Come Read with Us: A Simple, Joy-Filled Book Club (Why We Created the Scrivenings Press 99¢ Book Club—and Who It’s For)
If you’re anything like us, your “to-be-read” pile is… optimistic. It started with good intentions. A few recommendations here, a sale there, maybe a late-night “just one more click” moment. And now? Let’s just say your bookshelf (or Kindle) is quietly judging you. We love books. Truly. But sometimes, even something we enjoy can start […]
Taste a Story: The Persian Stew with a History All Its Own
What if you could step into a story… not just by reading it, but by tasting it? This rich, slow-cooked Persian stew—called fesenjān (fes-en-JOON)—has been served for centuries. With its deep pomegranate flavor and velvety walnut base, it’s the kind of dish that feels like it carries stories in every bite. And in this case… […]
Faith in the Storm: Writing Hope Through Real-Life Pain
Debut novelist Deena Adams joins us today to share the heart behind her storytelling and why she writes the kinds of stories she does. In this guest post, she explores Christian fiction about real-life struggles and how faith-filled stories that don’t shy away from pain can offer readers hope right in the middle of life’s […]
A Writer’s Guide to Finding Stories in Everyday Life
Where do story ideas really come from? For many writers, inspiration doesn’t arrive in quiet moments at a desk. It shows up in unexpected conversations, chance encounters, and everyday experiences that linger long after the moment has passed. In this delightful author guest post, you’ll discover how Scrivenings Press author Sharon Carpenter gathers story seeds […]
Big Reading Life, Small Budget? 5 ways to find and read good books when money is tight
If you love to read, you already know how quickly books can add up. One turns into two, two turns into a stack on your nightstand, and before you know it…your budget is waving a white flag. If you love to read, you already know how quickly books can add up. One turns into two, […]
Why We Keep Buying Books We Don’t Have Time to Read
It usually starts innocently enough. You open your email, scroll past a few things, and then… there it is.A book. On sale. Calling your name. You tell yourself, “I’ll just take a quick look.” Five minutes later, you’ve clicked “buy now,” maybe once… maybe three times… and suddenly your TBR pile has grown again. Because […]
Celebrating Our Selah Award Finalists (And a Special 99¢ eBook Sale!)
There’s something special about a story that lingers long after the final page. The kind that stirs your heart, reminds you of truth, and leaves you thinking about its message days later. That’s exactly what the Selah Awards were created to recognize. Each year, the Selah Awards honor Christian fiction that not only tells a […]
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