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TODAY IN HISTORY 1800s

This is kind of fun, isn't it? I get my facts from a site called...This Day in History. Occasionally, I might throw something out that isn't in the time frame of my historicals, but most of the time, I'll stick to the 1800s. Have fun!

1862: Lincoln gives State of the Union address

1824: Presidential election goes to the House
Congress decides outcome of presidential election

1884 Elfego Baca battles Anglo cowboys

TODAY IN HISTORY 1800s

I'd like to start blogging about interesting events in history. Since I write primarily in the mid-1800s, I'll focus mostly on that time frame.

1864: Rebels are defeated at the Battle of Franklin (Civil War)

1874: Winston Churchill is born

1835: Mark Twain is born

SPYGLASS LANE MYSTERIES

Check out lots of good mysteries at www.spyglasslanemysteries.com. Plus, there's lots more good stories to come! Follow the blog so you don't miss any of them.

As for my writing, I've finished all proposals and can now concentrate on one historical romance while waiting to hear back on all the others. Would love to actually finish the first book in my Montana series. But sometimes, God has other plans.

TWO GREAT BOOKS

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Two wonderful historical romances. One when Texas became a state, the other during the turbulence of World War II. Both great reads!

TODAY'S HISTORICAL FACT

October 13, 1792: White House cornerstone laid

The cornerstone is laid for a presidential residence in the newly designated capital city of Washington. In 1800, President John Adams became the first president to reside in the executive mansion, which soon became known as the "White House" because its white-gray Virginia freestone contrasted strikingly with the red brick of nearby buildings.

Writing Tip Wednesday

TOTALLY forget Tuesday and posting a recipe. sigh. I'll get the hang of this regular blogging thing before I die, I promise! Speaking of being regular (no, not that kind of regular!) today's writing tip ... write. Everyday. If you only write five hundred words, or even one hundred words, you must write.It shows dedication, discipline, and gets you that much closer to your goal. So, Happy Writing!

FINISHING UP

As promised, first day of my new blog format and I'm giving you an update on my writing. I have more editors looking at my work than I can count on one hand, so I'm hopeful. It was challenging going from first person cozy mystery to third person historical romance, but I think I've done it. Today, I will finish up the last proposal I am working on and send it to my agent. Then, it's on to finishing one of my other manuscripts. It will be nice to work for a while on only one book.

If you haven't ordered Fudge-Laced Felonies on ebook, you might want to go to www.smashwords.com while it's only .99. It should be available on Amazon soon, and Candy-Coated Secrets releases this week on Smashwords. Also .99. Not sure how long these deals will last.

MY BLOG

Or where I think I'm going with this. Each day, I'll focus on something new, with Saturday and Sunday off.

Manic Monday - Where I'm at in my latest manuscript and what's happening with my proposals.
Tasty Tuesday - Most likely a recipe
Writing Tip Wednesday - I'll dig up something for you to learn
Thirsty Facts Thursday - Facts in history
Fun Friday - Could be anything. I'll surprise you!

MYSTERIES ARE COMING!

The website promoting the cozy mysteries, of which my three are included, is now up and running! Visit and take a look. Mine are scheduled for each Thursday in October! Your chance to get all three in the series!
www.spyglasslanemysteries.com

THE HELP

I recently finished reading THE HELP by Kathryn Stockett. At times I laughed, other times I wanted to cry, and yet other times I got angry. It shocked me to realize that less than fifty years has passed since black women were treated by most with such disrespect. The story was a real eye opener to me, as I hope it will be to many other readers. As the white mother to two adopted black boys, I was naive enough to believe that racism had faded away a long time ago. Not so long, really. A wonderful book. I highly recommend it and can't wait to see the movie!