The Early Days of “Washington City”
Nowadays Washington, DC, is renowned for its gridlock, along with many other more positive attributes. However, when James Madison was sworn in as our fourth president on March 4, 1809, “Washington ...
Virtual Epic Patriot Summer Camp!
Please don’t miss this EPIC opportunity for the kids in your life to get one-on-one with my fellow children’s historical author, Jenny L. Cote, and myself for this online writing camp! We awar...
“Dolley” Named Best in US Historical Fiction
“Dolley Madison and the War of 1812” has been named “Best in US Historical Fiction” by Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards of Fall 2021. Huzzah!...
Launch Party for “Dolley Madison and the War of 1812”
Please join me for a family-friendly launch party on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. The festivities will take place from 5-8 PM at the fabulous Patrick Henry’s Pub & Grille in the lovely Ch...
The White House Easter Roll
On Easter Monday way back in 1810, Dolley Madison hosted America’s first Egg Roll out on the hilly lawn of the Capitol. The children competed to see whose hard-boiled egg would travel the farthest d...
Early American Inaugurations
As you know, America’s 46th President was recently sworn into office on January 20. However, in my research for Dolley Madison & the War of 1812: America’s First Lady, I was surprised to dis...
Thanksgiving Recipe – Cornwallis’ Favorite Yams
As you’re pondering your menu, here’s a delicious one! It’s the recipe for General Cornwallis’ favorite yams, straight from the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission! Susanna and her mother s...
Interview With Suanne Schafer
INTERVIEW: LIBBY MCNAMEE, AUTHOR OF “SUSANNA’S MIDNIGHT RIDE” Posted by Suanne | Nov 3, 2020 | Interviews | 0 I’m chatting today with Libby McN...