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November 11, 2022
Friday Feast | Memories in Old Recipes
Welcome to Friday Feast in the Tavern! Before we settle in to today's post, I'd like to give a shout-out and round of applause to all the Veterans today. You are my HEROES! Thank you!
I hope you're all doing well on this chilly, autumn day. I don't know about you, but I can't believe it's the second week in November. This week slipped by along with the rain we had this week. The soup recipe I'd planned on sharing was easily forgotten when I went in search of an old recipe.
As I dove into my ...
November 8, 2022
The Coffee Pot Book Club Presents "Skull’s Vengeance" by Linnea Tanner
Please welcome back to the Tavern the fabulous Linnea Tanner! We're celebrating her new book release, Skull's Vengeance. I'm looking forward to another intriguing story by this talented author. Grab a cup of mead and let's take a peek into Linnea's story...
A Celtic warrior queen must do the impossible—defeat her sorcerer half-brother and claim the throne. But to do so, she must learn how to strike vengeance from her father’s skull.
AS FORETOLD BY HER FATHER in a vision, Catrin has become a bat...
November 7, 2022
Medieval Monday | A Journey in Search of a Name
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Today marks the countdown to the world-wide release for Wishes Under a Highland Star! Four more Mondays, my friends! Are you ready to read the last MacFhearguis brother’s story?
Let me tempt you with some background wisdom behind a certain name in my book, specifically a hidden realm near Leòmhann Castle, located in the Highlands of Scotland. When I began my journey in writing Wishes (my shortened name for this story), I researched Gaelic names to call home for...
October 28, 2022
Friday Feast | Apple Cake for Samhain
I’m relishing the cool, crisp evenings and golden colors of fall. Pumpkins and apples are everywhere! At the end of October (Oct. 31-Nov.1), the dark half of the Celtic year swings open. This is Samhain, which comes from two words meaning “summer’s end.” It's a time to reflect on the past year—for honoring our ancestors, too. Candles were set in the window to welcome the loved ones. This is also a night when the veil between the worlds is thin. So, be verra kind to those you encounter. They migh...
October 27, 2022
Spotlight #NewRelease and #Giveaway "Saddled Hearts" by Jan Sikes
Please make welcome to the Tavern my dear friend and sister rose from The Wild Rose Press, Jan Sikes! We're celebrating her new book release, Saddled Hearts! I'm eager to start reading another one of Jan's fabulous stories. And as a special treat, don't forget to enter her Scavenger Hunt below for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
Grab a mug of ale or apple cider and let's hear what Jan has to say about her new book...
A Message from Jan SikesI am deeply grateful, Mary, for your generous...
October 25, 2022
Spotlight #NewRelease "Last Stop, Wylder" by Barbara Bettis
I'm delighted to host my good friend and talented author, Barbara Bettis in the Tavern today! You'll also recognize "Lady Barbara" from our Medieval Monday blogs. Well, it appears as if this author has stepped into the Western Frontier with her new release, Last Stop, Wylder, A Wylder West Novel.
Grab a cup of ale and let's take a peek into her wonderful new story...
Gunman Morgan Dodd is headed to a new life in California, where no one knows his name. Or his reputation. Just one last job to r...
October 23, 2022
Sunday News | Destiny of a Warrior #NewRelease #Audiobooks
This news could not wait, dear friends! I'm delighted to announce another one of my stories is now available in audiobook. Destiny of a Warrior, Legends of the Fenian Warriors, book 4 is here! Alan Manson exceeded my expectations with his outstanding narration! If you recall, he also narrated Trial of a Warrior, so I was honored he had agreed to do the last book in the Fenian Warriors series. You'll be swept away to Ireland and Scotland listening to this fantasy romance.
Grab your copy or list...
October 21, 2022
Friday Feast | A Sweet Treat from Orkney
Welcome to Friday Feast in the Tavern!
Before I went on my journey to Scotland, specifically the Orkney Islands in June 2017, I found this wonderful site called The Orkney News. I don't even bother with my own local news but will happily open up my email to read the latest in Orkney and Scotland. One of my favorite articles are the ones from Helen's Home Cooking. I enjoy watching her create tempting foods in her small kitchen on YouTube. I've made her soups, breads, and a few other recipes. Sh...
October 19, 2022
The Coffee Pot Book Club Presents "The Godmother's Secret" by Elizabeth St. John
Please make welcome to the Tavern the lovely Elizabeth St. John! We're celebrating her new release, The Godmother's Secret. I cannot wait to start reading this intriguing story! Grab a cup of mead and let's hear what Elizabeth has to say about the inspiration behind her new book...
A Message from Elizabeth St. John
If you knew the fate of the Princes in the Tower, would you tell? Or forever keep the secret?
When I was looking for inspiration for my new book, The Godmother’s Secret, I literally en...
October 17, 2022
Medieval Monday | A Story Inside a Painting
Welcome to Medieval Monday!
No matter how many times I view this watercolor painting hanging above my writing desk, I search for tiny details I might have overlooked. From the crushed flower on the stone step, the slight signs of facial hair on the knight’s face, or to the light filtering in through the arrowslit. Or is it a window?
What is happening here? Does the maiden turn away from the knight's ardent kiss out of fear or sorrow? Or is she saddened her knight must leave on a quest again? ...
