In researching the 18th century, I’ve been researching what my character Elen would have worn in 1746 Scotland and 1777 America. It’s been an interesting journey. I’ve come to wonder how it would feel to wear the period clothing.
Writing has always been magical for me. I don’t question where the stories come from, but I am extremely grateful they chose me to be their vessel and to write them down. One of my favorite authors, Alice Hoffman, states, “Books may well be the only true magic.”
Rob and I had the opportunity to visit Ephrata Cloister in Ephrata, PA. They had a special tour devoted to the happenings and history at the Cloister during the Revolutionary War. I learned Ephrata was one of the fifteen field hospitals established by General Washington for wounded and ill troops while he was encamped at…
There are days when I have too many creative ideas swirling around in my head. They swirl around, like a swarm of butterflies, vying for my attention.
Writing is in my hard-wiring. There’s no escape. And, I wouldn’t want it any other way. The Elen story proves it over and over again, as do the other stories crowding my head. I spend moments in wonder as the Elen story unfolds, and I hope abundantly that I put what’s in my head onto paper to be a beloved read.
