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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 […]
A Highland Emerald ~ Spotlight and Giveaway
A Highland Emerald, third book in the award-winning Highland Treasures series, is now available at most book vendors in digital and in print formats. I’m giving away signed copies (US) or digital copies (International) to two commenters on this post. Following are what some readers say about the book. Now is the time to begin […]
ACFW October New Releases
October 2018 New Releases More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Contemporary Romance: A Christmas to Remember by Julie Arduini, Valerie Comer, Janet W. Ferguson, Kimberly Rose Johnson, Deb Kastner, Elizabeth Maddrey, Lindi Peterson, and Ginger Solomon — Eight authors from the popular blog Inspy Romance each […]
Plans for the Wades of Crawford County Series
My husband and I are planning a trip to Missouri, the setting for the Wades of Crawford County novels. We hope to see beautiful autumn foliage and visit the homeland of my Missouri ancestors. Plans for adding to the Wades series are on the drawing board. The newest book in the series, Heaven Must Wait Wait, Part […]
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A Highland Emerald ~ Spotlight and Giveaway
A Highland Emerald, third book in the award-winning Highland Treasures series, is now available at most book vendors in digital and in print formats. I’m giving away signed copies (US) or digital copies (International) to two commenters on this post. … Continue reading
A Highland Emerald ~ Blog Tour
Now on Sale for $.99 Click HERE to purchase the book. A Highland Emerald, third book in the Highland Treasures series, is on tour during the month of September. Follow the links below to read book reviews, author interviews, … 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
Castles
During the month of May, Historical Heartbeats is publishing a series of posts on the characteristics of castles. Castles are fasinating structures and the featured residence of clan chiefs in the Highland Treasures series; however, castle terminology in the stories … Continue reading
A Interview with Laird Andrew Dubh Munro of A Highland Pearl by Brenda B. Taylor
Historical Heartbeats welcomes Laird Andrew Dubh, chief of Clan Munro telling about his home and story. Where do you live Laird Munro? Greetings from 16th century Scotland. My name is Andrew Dubh Munro. I’m know as the Black Falcon of … Continue reading
Highland Treasures Trilogy ~ Spotlight
Historical Heartbeats is featuring the Highland Treasures Trilogy by Brenda B. Taylor. The third book in the series, A Highland Emerald, is now on pre-order at most ebook vendors. Order your copy now, and the book will be delivered to … Continue reading
