Stories with Heart — A Blog by Christie Mathew

Christmas Is Here: Why a Book Is the Perfect Gift for Your Child or Teen This Holiday Season

Christmas Is Here: Why a Book Is the Perfect Gi...

Christmas has arrived once again, bringing twinkling lights, cozy nights, and the joyful excitement of choosing the perfect gifts for the children and teens we love. In a world filled...

Christmas Is Here: Why a Book Is the Perfect Gi...

Christmas has arrived once again, bringing twinkling lights, cozy nights, and the joyful excitement of choosing the perfect gifts for the children and teens we love. In a world filled...

What Inspires Me to Write Children’s Books and YA Novels

What Inspires Me to Write Children’s Books and ...

As an indie author of children’s books and young adult novels, I’m often asked where my ideas come from — what truly inspires me to write. For me, inspiration doesn’t...

What Inspires Me to Write Children’s Books and ...

As an indie author of children’s books and young adult novels, I’m often asked where my ideas come from — what truly inspires me to write. For me, inspiration doesn’t...

What Kind of Book Would You Buy for Your Teenager?

What Kind of Book Would You Buy for Your Teenager?

Finding the perfect book for your teen means matching stories to their interests and personality, from thrilling adventures and heartfelt romances to inspiring self-growth guides. Listening to feedback from parents...

What Kind of Book Would You Buy for Your Teenager?

Finding the perfect book for your teen means matching stories to their interests and personality, from thrilling adventures and heartfelt romances to inspiring self-growth guides. Listening to feedback from parents...

Turn the Page: Make Your Child Fall in Love with Stories

Turn the Page: Make Your Child Fall in Love wit...

Picture this: your child curled up in a cozy corner, eyes wide with wonder, completely lost in a story. For a few magical hours, the world fades away, and they...

Turn the Page: Make Your Child Fall in Love wit...

Picture this: your child curled up in a cozy corner, eyes wide with wonder, completely lost in a story. For a few magical hours, the world fades away, and they...

How to Choose the Perfect Book for Your Child’s Age

How to Choose the Perfect Book for Your Child’s...

Discover how to choose age-appropriate books for your child. Tips for engaging stories, reading levels, and sparking a love of reading.

How to Choose the Perfect Book for Your Child’s...

Discover how to choose age-appropriate books for your child. Tips for engaging stories, reading levels, and sparking a love of reading.

Turn Storytime into Adventure: 5 Simple Ways to Make Bedtime Stories Unforgettable

Turn Storytime into Adventure: 5 Simple Ways to...

Make bedtime stories magical! Discover 5 simple ways to bring stories to life, from fun character voices and interactive questions to personal touches and playful props. Turn every storytime into...

Turn Storytime into Adventure: 5 Simple Ways to...

Make bedtime stories magical! Discover 5 simple ways to bring stories to life, from fun character voices and interactive questions to personal touches and playful props. Turn every storytime into...