historical fiction writer, amateur photographer, retired computer guru and math geek
I spent two years on the twisted road of writing. There were roadblocks and switchbacks. Ice, snow, rain. (uphill both ways?) At first I didn't really know where I was going, only that the journey must be undertaken. I had to tell this story, but how? How could I take a bunch of letters, over … Continue reading To the Finish Line!
On October 18th, I attended my third "Author Meet & Greet" hosted by Baldwinsville Public Library. At those three events combined, I have sold two copies of War Sonnets. October 18, 2025 Author Meet and Greet at Baldwinsville Public Library, Baldwinsville, New York Several of the authors at the event this October got to discussing … Continue reading Author Events
The Psychological Landscape of the Civil War - an Editorial Review of Nostalgia from the Historical Fiction Company, By DK Marley Susannah Willey's "Nostalgia" is an enlightening historical novel that promises early a lasting impression. It uses the Civil War as both a setting and a psychological landscape where the battlefield is not only a … Continue reading Another Five-Star Review!
Last week was spent in Michigan visiting Charlie's brother, Dave, and sister-in-law, Joan. His sister Judy and her husband Doug were also there--all three of the Crary kids together again! We spent the first and last nights of our trip in Dunkirk, NY at my sister's house to cut the 8 hour trip into manageable … Continue reading Michigan! and…
First things first: Lucy's DNA results are in. Nothing really surprising except under the "supermutt" category, aka "a little of this, a little of that:" Beagle...Pit Bull... American Eskimo... German Shepard. Holy big dogs! ....I guess the size factor got bred out over the generations. In other news, my finished draft of Nostalgia is off … Continue reading What’s Happenin’?
I know, I know. I made a commitment to post every two weeks. Well, as they say, "that ship has sailed." I have a good excuse: I'm working hard to finish my latest draft of Nostalgia and get it in the hands of my beta readers before the end of the month. I have a … Continue reading It’s Been Awhile…
Who out there over the age of--let's say 65--has all of their original equipment? You know what I mean. Eyeballs covered with filmy cataracts? Get new "eyeballs." (oh, and while you're at it, get some reading glasses--you're gonna need them) More than a couple of teeth missing? Fill in those pesky gaps with a partial … Continue reading Spare Parts
For sixty-two years, I've needed glasses to see clearly. As of Wednesday, I am eyeglass free! I had cataract surgery in my left eye, and my vision is clear enough that I don't need to wear glasses even though my right eye won't be done until the 29th. Now, if you have never had to … Continue reading Oh, say! I can see!
This is not the tale of an old pet whose time had come. This is the story of Magenta, our 9 year old terrier-mix "diva" who tenaciously guarded her food, her toys, and her people, and was the smartest dog I've ever known. We first met Magenta four years ago. Our pug, Emmitt, had died … Continue reading Another Bridge Crossing
The Witches of Riegersburg, an historical novel by Julie Anne Stratton begins in the castle for which it is named. Located in southeastern Syria, Riegersburg castle is the site of the witch trials conducted between 1673-1675. It is 1664, and Baroness Elisabeth von Galler, the owner of the castle, is preparing for the celebration of … Continue reading Book Review–“The Witches of Riegersburg”, by Julie Anne Stratton
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