Frequent readers of this blog, have several things in common ranging from an interest in history to an interminable amount of patience, and no doubt too much free time. As always, I’ll endeavor to add to the first, try the second, and use up some of the third all in… Read more“Wassailing the Origins of Mulled Cider, Christmas Caroling & Trick-or-Treating”
My love of maps and how to make your own fantasy map
This will come as no surprise to regular readers of this blog, I’m somewhat of a nerd. Not your run of the mill duct-taped glasses, pocket protector, plaid shorts wearing super computer nerd, no I’m a map nerd. I’ve always had a fascination with maps. I don’t really know why. … Read more“My love of maps and how to make your own fantasy map”
Mummies in YA fiction, beyond a popular Halloween costume
I’ve never really been a big Halloween person. Oh I loved it as a kid – what’s not to like about wearing fun costumes and getting free candy? Not to get all preachy or overly philosophical, but now it’s just a bit too commercial for me. Halloween’s the first in… Read more“Mummies in YA fiction, beyond a popular Halloween costume”