Photography began to develop (pun unintended) in the 1830s and 40s. Before that, likenesses were captured in other ways. This past Saturday, I attended an online class about one of the most popular methods. The class was called “Shades, Shadows, and Profiles: Silhouettes during the time of Jane Austen.” It was taught by Candice Hern, a well-known and respected Regency author and … [Read more...]

In these times of isolating social distance (lessening somewhat lately, thankfully), I am enjoying being part of a social online community called Inspirational Regency Readers on Facebook. While Facebook activity has decreased in general, activity within the group is thriving as well as warm and welcoming. Visiting "IRR" is like visiting your favorite coffee shop (or other hang-out), where … [Read more...]

Some of you probably know that reading Jane Eyre (as well as The Secret Garden) at a young age spurred my early love of British literature—which is at least part of the reason I now write fiction set in England. You may also recall reading a post here a few years ago about my memorable visit to the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, Yorkshire where Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë wrote their … [Read more...]

Join Me Online March 9 & 13, 2021 I’m participating in the FREE, ONLINE Southwest Florida Reading Festival along with many other authors. It's open to anyone from any state. My schedule is below. I’d love to see you! Tuesday, March 9, 2021 6:00 pm CT (7:00 EST) Inspirational Fiction Panel with Rachel Hauck, Julie Klassen, and Kim Vogel Sawyer: A moderated discussion about … [Read more...]