Enter into the Nativity: My Gift to you this Christmas
This nativity set was a wedding gift from my brother and sisters. I cherish it more every year. Have you ever wondered what it…
Five Fun historical facts about The Twelve Days of Christmas song
If you've been listening to Christmas music since the day after Halloween, you no doubt have heard the song . . . On the…
The Spectacular Book List for All Your Christmas Gifting
Christmas is coming, and what's a better gift than a book? But sometimes it's hard to find just the RIGHT BOOK for every person.…
Mexican Repatriation of the 1930s (a deeper look and sources)
The sight of the deserted plaza stoked his anger like dry grass fed a brushfire. Only a few months ago, La Placita would have…
Were Taxi Dancers a real thing in 1930s Hollywood?
Mina Sinclaire gets a job as a taxi dancer in In A Far-Off Land. Was that really a thing?
The Countdown Continues and so do the Giveaways
Just eighteen days and counting until the book of my heart, In a Far-Off Land, is out in the world. I can't believe it!…
A Castaway In Cornwall Book Giveaway
I'm so happy to introduce fellow Minnesota author Julie Klassen for this week's endorser giveaway. If you like the BBC, romance, British accents, and…
Giveaway #3: Courting Misfortune
This Giveaway is over but make sure to watch for my upcoming giveaways every Thursday on this blog and Facebook! It gives me great…