History in the Making
Behind the Doors of the Grocery Store: The Early American Era
For writers, opportunities wait behind the doors of the grocery store! A plethora of plots. Character reveals. Centuries of…
August 20, 2024-
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History in the Making
The Coffee Bean Grinder
Ahhh! Breathe it in—the aroma of fresh ground coffee beans. What a delightful detail to enhance the scene in…
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History in the Making
Just Toast, Please Perfecting Breakfast Toast
Otto Frederick Rohwedder (1980-1960) and Charles Perkins Strite (1978-1956)—not exactly celebrities. Though, perhaps they should be. Their combined ingenuity…
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History in the Making
Nancy Drew: Girl Detective
Searching for some fun details or a bit of drama to slip into your next fictional piece? Well, pull…
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History in the Making
Paltry Pickings in the Pantry: World War 2 Food Rationing
Louise stared at the nearly empty sack of flour. Her eyes flitted to a canister tucked in the back…
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History in the Making
Some Interesting Facts and a Statue of Classic Author, Charles Dickens
Did you know Charles Dickens’ full name was Charles John Huffam Dickens? I didn’t, and Dickens is one of…
December 20, 2022 -
History in the Making
The Tarnished Glamour of Masquerades
If you watch movies or read fiction novels, your perception of masquerades is probably of elaborate parties among the…
October 20, 2022 -
History in the Making
Have You Considered Living History?
While experiencing a major event in life, have you ever stopped and thought about the fact that, at that…
October 20, 2021 -
History in the Making
What Time is It?
When writing historical fiction, it’s important to be aware of your timeline. Timelines are significant in all genres of…
April 20, 2021 -
Guest PostsThe Power of Words in History: How Written Words Changed Nations
What makes us human? For some, it’s our cognitive ability, for others, it’s our ability to feel empathy, compassion,…
January 12, 2021 -
History in the Making
Thinking Inside the Icebox
From the ingenuity of Thomas Moore, the icebox first appeared on the American scene in 1802. Like many new…
August 20, 2020 -
History in the Making
The History of Your Characters
When we think of “historical”, we think the story is set in a historical time period, and many of…
July 20, 2020 -
History in the Making
Hospitality in Writing
Have you ever read any books by Shel Silverstein? Since 1963, his poems and drawings have delighted countless children…
June 20, 2020 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiHow to Write Tactful Fantasy and Science Fiction During COVID-19
Writing during a global pandemic is probably not something you thought you’d be tackling. Writing is hard enough by…
June 7, 2020 -
History in the Making
Decoration Day: The Joy of Remembering Ancestors
Decoration Day! It looks like an entry in a day planner, and visions of Christmas, a birthday, or a…
May 20, 2020 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Three Ways to Use History to Build Your Fantasy
Margaret Atwood is well-known for her novel The Handmaid’s Tale, a dystopian first published in 1985. Her novel covers…
March 7, 2020 -
History in the Making
Unexpected Treasures
As both a reader and a writer, I enjoy spending time in book stores and libraries. This year some…
January 20, 2020 -
History in the Making
Rebecca Lee Crumpler−Pioneer
Rebecca Lee Crumpler was a pioneer, but not the sort who climbed a weather-beaten prairie wagon, wrapped her work-worn…
February 20, 2019 -
History in the Making
Is Writing Historical Fiction a Good Fit for You?
I enjoy digging into the past, following bunny trails of history, and learning about cultures long interred and nearly…
September 20, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Rick Barry and Jennifer Uhlarik
Since we’re on the eve of Memorial Day Weekend, it only seems fitting to highlight Rick Barry’s WWII novels,…
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Book ProposalsCome to the Table-of Contents
Congratulations, the agent, and publisher liked what they read in your Cover Letter, and opened the door to the…
March 25, 2018 -
History in the MakingCombatting the Noise Issue
By Sandra Merville Hart A few family members came over to watch a movie this weekend. The dramatic…
February 24, 2017 -
History in the MakingSeeing His Words in Print Baffles Mark Twain
by Sandra Merville Hart Mark Twain’s life was at a pivotal moment in the 1860s. He was out of…
November 21, 2016
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