Visiting Salem, Massachusetts? The latest book in the Loving Husband Series, And Shadows Will Fall, is a final visit for James and Sarah Wentworth to the time that shaped so much of their lives--the Salem Witch Trials. Once again, I'm digging into my research from that era to bring the Wentworths' story to life. As … Continue reading 10 Places To Visit In Salem, MA
Author: Meredith Allard
Letting Go When Something No Longer Serves You
A Faint Hint of Autumn In Southern Nevada it takes a little longer to feel the cooler weather. Though we’re into September and school started more than a month ago, the temperature is still well above the 90 degrees Fahrenheit mark, certainly cooler than the 100 plus degrees Fahrenheit we experience in July and August, … Continue reading Letting Go When Something No Longer Serves You
Guest Post: Historical Novelist Mary Anna Evans
Mary Anna Evans' Life As a Writer A few years ago, I was speaking to the Institute for Learning in Retirement in my hometown, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It was a large crowd of people who thought that retirement was great because it gave them more time to learn things. In other words, these were my kind … Continue reading Guest Post: Historical Novelist Mary Anna Evans
An Update For And Shadows Will Fall
Another great cover from Jenny Q! While I'm on vacation, I thought I'd add some updates about And Shadows Will Fall. Originally, I included this in another post, but since I'm still getting questions I thought I'd repost it here. Keep your questions coming. I love hearing from readers. What About And Shadows Will Fall? … Continue reading An Update For And Shadows Will Fall
What Is A Commonplace Book And Why Should You Keep One?
What Is A Commonplace Book? Lately, I've been seeing many posts about commonplace books. Once I discovered what commonplace books were, I was surprised I hadn't kept one before. Then I realized that I have kept commonplace books, only I called them quote journals. Maybe you have too. The simplest way to understand a commonplace … Continue reading What Is A Commonplace Book And Why Should You Keep One?
What I’m Reading: Witches, 16th Century Life, and Demon Copperhead
As always, summer is a wonderful time for reading. While I haven't had a chance to visit the beach, summer days are perfect for lazing around with a good book and a glass of iced tea. Here's a bit of what I've read this summer. The Practical Magic Series by Alice Hoffman So far, I've … Continue reading What I’m Reading: Witches, 16th Century Life, and Demon Copperhead
Advice For Young Writers: How To Get Published
I Was a Guest Speaker at Writers' Block I was invited to speak at Writers' Block, a group of young people studying the craft of writing. When I asked what the group wanted to learn about, the answer came back overwhelmingly that they wanted to learn more about the publishing side of writing. As I … Continue reading Advice For Young Writers: How To Get Published
Guest Post: How Lucretia Grindle Writes Historical Fiction
The Importance of Character, Setting, and Situation A friend whose opinion I respect a great deal once told me that all a great historical novel is, is a great novel in a historical setting. I agree. Although that sounds deceptively simple and deserves a little unpacking. Character, setting, and situation are the central components, the … Continue reading Guest Post: How Lucretia Grindle Writes Historical Fiction