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The flame-colored leaves have settled on the ground, brightening the grey days that November brings. Dark afternoons, steady rain, and the first autumn storms make me retreat indoors and turn my home into a small cocoon of warmth. My daughter bakes oatmeal cookies and puzzles quietly at the dining table, and I soak in the gentle atmosphere as I write. This year, stepping into BogForum as an author is an experience I will carry with me for a long time. Thank you to everyone wh

Autumn  is my favorite season. I love the red, brown, and golden hues, the scent of damp earth, cinnamon, and vanilla, the dark evenings with candlelights, and reading under a blanket with my dogs by my side in front of the fireplace. It’s the season for reflection and for creating.    A Talk at Café Hagen   Recently, I had the joy of feeling that spark again – like a spirited circus horse in the ring – when I gave a talk at Café Hagen in Bellevue, invited by the Danish Club

As the summer is coming to an end here in Seattle, the leaves on trees look like they can't bear to stay green much longer. Meanwhile my...

Welcome and thank you for being here. Historical fiction is my passion, and I'm dedicated to giving voice to those who have been...