Mark Noce: Author Spotlight

I’ve taken another detour from the 17th century and transported back to Medieval Wales to welcome author, Mark Noce today. For anyone who has ever been caught up in the Arthur legends, it’s hard not to feel a connection with Wales and the Welsh tribes. Mark’s debut book, Between Two Fires, is the story of Branwen, daughter of King Vortigern of Wales and one queen’s struggle to save her people from the Saxons. Without further ado, please welcome Mark as he answers some questions about his new book which comes out in three days. ◊ Between Two Fires is told from the first person perspective…

Casting Light on the 17th Century

August 23, 2015August 19, 2019 Categories: NewsTags: 17th century · Annie Whitehead · author spotlight · cavalier · roundhead1 Comment

Today, I’m the guest of Annie Whitehead, author of To be a Queen on her blog Casting Light upon the Shadow. I discuss topics such as Roundhead vs Cavalier and how Royalist men had great hair (well, they did). Don’t be shy. Come on over and say hello!

17th Century Author Spotlight with Sheila Dalton

August 3, 2015August 17, 2019 Categories: Author SpotlightsTags: 17th century · author spotlight · historical fiction survey · pirates · privateers · Sheila Dalton · slavery · Stolen6 Comments

The 17th Century is the new frontier in historical fiction, and I’m delighted to spotlight a fellow adventurer. Please welcome Sheila Dalton, author of Stolen, who will share with us her thoughts and inspiration about her work. But before we meet Sheila, here is a video clip of her novel Stolen. Enjoy! Sheila, you’re an eclectic writer, with your books ranging from literary fiction, poetry, YA and children’s books. Stolen is your first historical with action/adventure and romance set in the 17th Century. What inspired this story? The story was inspired by trips to both Devon, England and Morocco. In Morocco, I…