Ever notice how wanting something very badly turns you into a child? No? Just me? Well, after watching this video of Ben Kane, Russell Whitfield, and Anthony Riches walk from Capua to Rome, kitted out as Roman soldiers, I find myself obsessed with trying to figure out how I could join them in future marches. My pinging thoughts: I could do it! I wouldn't have to wear the … [Read more...] about I Want to Do This! You In?
Ancient World
It’s Here! A YEAR OF RAVENS: A NOVEL OF BOUDICA’S REBELLION
Boudica, the ancient British queen who led a rebellion that almost stopped Rome in its tracks, lives in the pages of A Year of Ravens as seen through the eyes of her daughters, her warriors, her enemies and her priests. I am so excited and honored to be a part of this fascinating project, along with authors Ruth Downie, Stephanie Dray, Eliza Knight, Kate Quinn, SJA Turney, and … [Read more...] about It’s Here! A YEAR OF RAVENS: A NOVEL OF BOUDICA’S REBELLION
Cover Reveal for Boudica Book! Pre-Order Now
A Year of Ravens: a Novel of Boudica's Rebellion When I was invited to be a part of the team writing a novel about Boudica and her rebellion against Rome, I was all, YES PLEASE! Because who doesn't love the tragic story of a warrior queen who's had enough of Roman brutality and expresses it via an epic rampage that almost destroys the indestructible? It's the whole David and … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Boudica Book! Pre-Order Now
Friday Funnies Returns–In Honor of THOR!
It kind of snuck up on me but Thor Speaks! comes out in a week! It's gotten a thumbs up from PW and Kirkus and I'll be introducing it at the Decatur Book Festival on Sunday, September 6th, on the children's stage. In the meantime, I thought I might revive Friday Funnies in honor of the big lug. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies Returns–In Honor of THOR!
Announcing A New Collaborative Novel!
After the success of A Day of Fire, a number of us ancient-history-lovers--Ruth Downie, Stephanie Dray, E. Knight, Kate Quinn, SJA Turney, Russell Whitfield and I--decided to work together on a new collaborative novel. We are proud to bring you: A Year of Ravens: A Novel of Boudicca Britannia: land of mist and magic clinging to the western edge of the Roman Empire. A … [Read more...] about Announcing A New Collaborative Novel!
