Love is worth the risk
Highlighting Facts Behind Voodoo in Bitter Bonds with Heather Osborne Louisiana Voodoo, also known as New Orleans Voodoo, during the 1830s and 1840s on slave plantations is cloaked in mystery. It came about in the 1700s, when many slaves were transported to the colonies from West Africa. We believe it originated mainly with the Fon […]
This past month or so I discontinued my weekly pondering and thoughts on life and writing here in this spot in favor of more frequent newsletters. I plan to continue that, but for those of you who read this column but don’t subscribe, plan to repeat the column here. As 2020 continues to work its […]
Highlighting facts behind Historical Romance with Aubrey Wynne and Karma’s Karnivale The Big Top, Ring Master, clowns, acrobats, tightrope walkers, animal acts. The circus is still a beloved show, though its form has changed over the past centuries. Circus comes from Latin word for ring or circle. Public entertainment such as chariot or boat races […]
Highlighting facts behind Historical Romance with Hallie Alexander and her Widow’s Guide to Scandal. A broken ankle in the 18th Century requiring the patient to stay abed for 6-8 weeks was inconvenient at best, unless the accident causing the fracture occurred at the home of your love interest. That’s what happened to the hero in […]
Highlighting Historical Romance with Eleanor Webster and the secret life of Dr. James Barry Sir, It has been stated to me that Inspector-General Dr James Barry, who died at 14 Margaret Street on 25 July 1865, was after his death found to be female. This was included in a letter sent by the British General […]