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arfulwell99
Nov 18, 20224 min read
Stand in Awe: a Review of J’Nell Ciesiekski’s “The Brilliance of Stars”
When was the last time you read a book? Now I don’t mean listened to someone read to you through your smart speaker or headphones – I...
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arfulwell99
Jul 22, 20227 min read
Reinventing Jane Austen: A Lowly Film Scholar’s Review of the Recent Austen Film Binge
Classics are classics because they transcend time. Whether the book takes the public by storm immediately after publication, or it takes...
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arfulwell99
Jul 4, 20222 min read
Some S’Plainin’ To Do: Summer Author Update
Yes, you read that title right – it’s July and I’m posting a June Author Update. Those of you who know me should not be surprised by...
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arfulwell99
Jun 10, 20227 min read
On a New Horizon: A Review of Kate Breslin’s New Release “As Dawn Breaks” and a Thank You Note to th
Isn’t it terrible when everyday life gets in the way of what we love? When our dreams pile up in the corner as chores, responsibilities,...
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arfulwell99
Jun 10, 20227 min read
On a New Horizon: A Review of Kate Breslin’s New Release “As Dawn Breaks” and a Thank You Note to th
Isn’t it terrible when everyday life gets in the way of what we love? When our dreams pile up in the corner as chores, responsibilities,...
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arfulwell99
Apr 8, 20223 min read
Bibliophile Musings: More Than Ten Years Later, A Redemptive Argument for “Mansfield Park”
If you hate Jane Austen, well, you have my sympathies. But let other bloggers type about whining and misery. Since one of my friends...
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arfulwell99
Apr 8, 20223 min read
Bibliophile Musings: More Than Ten Years Later, A Redemptive Argument for “Mansfield Park”
If you hate Jane Austen, well, you have my sympathies. But let other bloggers type about whining and misery. Since one of my friends...
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arfulwell99
Apr 1, 20223 min read
The Wait is Over: Sarah Ladd’s “The Letter from Briarton Park” Has Arrived
If you’re anything like me, your bookshelf is full of historical fiction, waiting for you to take a mental vacation. If you are like me,...
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arfulwell99
Apr 1, 20223 min read
The Wait is Over: Sarah Ladd’s “The Letter from Briarton Park” Has Arrived
If you’re anything like me, your bookshelf is full of historical fiction, waiting for you to take a mental vacation. If you are like me,...
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arfulwell99
Mar 25, 20222 min read
The History and Mystery Continues With Book Three is Melanie Dickerson’s New Series Entitled, “A Dea
Have you ever called yourself a “fan-girl”? I suppose you could be a “fan-boy”. Have you ever considered yourself a fan? Like a crazy fan...
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arfulwell99
Mar 25, 20222 min read
The History and Mystery Continues With Book Three is Melanie Dickerson’s New Series Entitled, “A Dea
Have you ever called yourself a “fan-girl”? I suppose you could be a “fan-boy”. Have you ever considered yourself a fan? Like a crazy fan...
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arfulwell99
Mar 18, 20222 min read
Saddle Up! Tracie Peterson’s New Release “Along the Rio Grande”
Have you read one of Tracie Peterson’s books? Who hasn’t read one of Tracie Peterson’s books? That is, if you like historical fiction...
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arfulwell99
Mar 18, 20222 min read
Saddle Up! Tracie Peterson’s New Release “Along the Rio Grande”
Have you read one of Tracie Peterson’s books? Who hasn’t read one of Tracie Peterson’s books? That is, if you like historical fiction...
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arfulwell99
Mar 12, 20222 min read
When It All Goes Wrong: March Author Update
Whether you know me personally, or you’re just getting started reading my posts, one thing you’ll probably notice is that I always find...
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arfulwell99
Mar 12, 20222 min read
When It All Goes Wrong: March Author Update
Whether you know me personally, or you’re just getting started reading my posts, one thing you’ll probably notice is that I always find...
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arfulwell99
Mar 4, 20222 min read
A Refreshing Retrospect: Jeannie Goutet’s New Sequel, “Philippa Holds Court”
There’s no doubt about it. The publishing world is changing. it’s good to see good old-fashioned clean historical fiction is still out...
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arfulwell99
Mar 4, 20222 min read
A Refreshing Retrospect: Jeannie Goutet’s New Sequel, “Philippa Holds Court”
There’s no doubt about it. The publishing world is changing. it’s good to see good old-fashioned clean historical fiction is still out...
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arfulwell99
Feb 25, 20222 min read
A New Beginning: February Author Update
I don’t know about you guys, but here in the heart of the mid-west, February is kind of rough. Yes, there’s the warm and fuzzy holiday we...
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arfulwell99
Feb 25, 20222 min read
A New Beginning: February Author Update
I don’t know about you guys, but here in the heart of the mid-west, February is kind of rough. Yes, there’s the warm and fuzzy holiday we...
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arfulwell99
Feb 18, 20224 min read
An Unexpected Read: Jody Hedlund’s “Unending Devotion”
When was the last time you went to a book store? Has it been a while? It has for me. I remember the excitement building inside of me...
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