I don't usually post about matters political, but this is too important to ignore. I am involved with two charity fundraisers to help the people of the Ukraine, and I'd like to tell you about them. One is an anthology put together by Romance Cafe Publishing. Over 60 authors have written everything from flash fiction … Continue reading Two Fundraisers in support of the Ukraine
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Whodunnit? A New Mystery is Coming
I have been busy for the last while editing the third book of my Miss Mary Investigates series, and I am thrilled to say it is almost ready. The book has been past my editor and a small army of intrepid beta readers, and my fabulous cover artist has worked her usual magic. This new … Continue reading Whodunnit? A New Mystery is Coming
Some Christmas Magic – A New Book
I've been busy these last few weeks, but I'm thrilled to announce I have a new book out, a special story just for Christmas. It is called A Midwinter Night's Dream, and it is available on Amazon and is free to read on Kindle Unlimited. I have posted about it at Austen Authors this week, … Continue reading Some Christmas Magic – A New Book
Literature and Discovery – L’Anse aux Meadows
We were recently in Newfoundland on holiday, and we decided to make the grand trek up the Great Northern Peninsula to L’Anse aux Meadows. Here, at the end of the known world (well, it felt like it), where the road ends and the ocean begins, is a remarkable site: the only known Viking settlement in … Continue reading Literature and Discovery – L’Anse aux Meadows
Austen Authors – Travels and a Cover Reveal
We have been away on an actual holiday, and I have a new book on the horizon. Read my post at Austen Authors for all the news, including a cover reveal for Much Ado in Meryton, coming soon!https://www.austenauthors.net/recent-travels-and-a-cover-reveal/ Western Brook Pond, Gros MorneGreen Point, Gros MorneRecreated sod house at L'Anse aux MeadowsSunset at TwillingateFerrylandExcavations at … Continue reading Austen Authors – Travels and a Cover Reveal
Ye Gods! Austen in August
I'm delighted to be part of this year's Austen in August. This is a month of guest posts, roundtable conversations, give-aways, and all things fun and Austenesque at The Book Rat. I decided to pen a short story for readers to enjoy. It's a bit - or a lot - silly, and hopefully a lot … Continue reading Ye Gods! Austen in August
Shakespeare and Austen
Today is my day to post at Austen Authors. I have a new novel in the works, a mash-up of Pride and Prejudice and Much Ado About Nothing, and it seemed natural to take a look at what Austen herself thought of the Bard.You can read the original post here: https://www.austenauthors.net/shakespeare-and-austen/ And I'll post the … Continue reading Shakespeare and Austen
Butter Tarts: A Sweet Bite of Canadian History
Last week was Canada Day, and as a foodie with a sweet tooth, I celebrated by making butter tarts. But I’m also a history geek, so a recipe wasn’t enough for me. I needed to know where these little morsels of sugary delight came from. And so, down the rabbit hole went I, and this … Continue reading Butter Tarts: A Sweet Bite of Canadian History
Sally Lunn Buns
It was my week to post at Austen Authors, and I decided to explore some of the culinary delights of Regency Bath. Check out my post there to see what I thought about Sally Lunn Buns.https://www.austenauthors.net/sally-lunn-buns-a-bath-treat/
Sing to Us: E. Pauline Johnson ~ Tekahionwake
I have just finished the first round of edits on a contemporary novel based on Jane Austen’s wonderful Persuasion. Despite the story taking place in the present (well, post-COVID, so perhaps that makes it fantasy), I still found myself diving down the rabbit hole of historical research. One such dive involved poetry. My main character, … Continue reading Sing to Us: E. Pauline Johnson ~ Tekahionwake