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Beauly Priory and A Highland Emerald
By Brenda B Taylor The ruins of many churches are located in Scotland. Congregations moved on to other locations, and some like the Beauly Priory, were dismantled during the Reformation of the 16th century. The ruins tell a story of the people who served and worshiped there. Memories are preserved on the grounds, in the […]
Fearann-Domhnuill
The Highland Treasures series takes place in the Highlands of Scotland on the ancient lands of Clan Munro during the 16th century. While engaging in genealogical research, I became intrigued by my Scots heritage, so I located the ancestral clan on a map. A few months later found me eagerly planning a trip to Scotland. […]
The Winter Solstice
Stonehenge, England Today is a special day in the Northern Hemisphere, because it is the shortest day of the year—the winter solstice. The hours of daylight will gradually increase until we reach the summer solstice, or first day of summer in June which is the longest day of the […]
Christmastime Traditions of Old Scotland
The canvas above was painted in 1872 by the Scottish artist, William Bell Scott. He gives the story a local Aryshire setting. The barn is an old one near Penkill where Scott was then living. Notice the shepherd playing bagpipes. I took a photo of the painting in the National Galleries of Scotland and […]
Giving Thanks
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 by the Pilgrims who left their homes in England searching for religious freedom. They lived in a feudal society where the king and lords determined their faith and controlled their lives. They sought freedom to live and worship according to the dictates of their own hearts. Over […]
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Inspirational Historical Romance Giveaway
Today, I have a fun surprise that I’d like to share with you. I’ve teamed up with 20 fantastic authors to give away a huge collection of Inspirational Historical Romances to 2 lucky winners, PLUS abrand new eReader to the Grand Prize … Continue reading
Highland Treasures Trilogy ~ Spotlight and Giveaway
Historical Heartbeats is featuring the Highland Treasures Trilogy by Brenda B. Taylor. The award-winning series follows Clan Munro chiefs in a journey through Scotland and their clanlands on the north shore of Cromarty Firth. The stories are full of adventure … Continue reading
A Highland Ruby by Brenda B. Taylor
Historical Heartbeats is pleased to spotlight, A Highland Ruby, the second book in the Highland Treasures series. The book continues the tale of Clan Munro when Gavin, the brother of Chief Andrew Munro returns to Scotland after five years of … Continue reading
Whispering Hope ~ Spotlight
Historical Heartbeats welcomes author Peggy Blann Phifer with her new release, Whispering Hope. Virginia Hopewell visits her cousin in Chicago and gets caught up in a deadly gangster shooting at a speakeasy, barely escaping with her life. Will the handsome … Continue reading
June 2018, Christian Romance Giveaway
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Spirit Filled eBooks Contest and Giveaway
Spirit Filled eBooks Giveaway Enter to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a Kindle Fire or (Second Prize) your choice of 10 of Christian Romance eBooks: Click Here to Enter! Enter to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card and … Continue reading
Spotlight on Through the Storm
Historical Heartbeats is featuring the third book in the Wades of Crawford County series, Through the Storm. The story is a poignant tale of Leann and Ralph Wade, and their struggle to overcome the storms of life through love, faith, … Continue reading
