“Dolley Madison” #1 New Release on Amazon!
“Dolley Madison and the War of 1812” is the #1 New Release on Amazon in TWO categories–Children’s 1800s American Historical Fiction and Children’s United States Biographi...
Live: “Dolley Madison and the War of 1812”
Huzzah! It’s time for Dolley to come out in style! Welcome to the world!...
4th of July Birthday for “Susanna’s Midnight Ride”
On the 4th of July, “Susanna’s Midnight Ride” turned three years old! Here’s a two-minute talk from Libby McNamee at the Yorktown Victory Monument, a memorial column with a Lib...
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...
President Madison Declares War!
On June 18, 1812, almost 209 years ago, President James Madison declared war on Great Britain, the strongest military power in the world. This ominous decision marked America’s first time to wage wa...
Dolley Madison’s Fairy Butter — Recipe
Legendary for her entertaining, Dolley Madison spent an astronomical $50 a day on food while living at the President’s House. Fairy butter was among her favorite recipes, and she often served it to ...
Dolley Madison’s Woodbury Cinnamon Teacakes – Recipe
1 large egg, separatedpinch of salt1 cup sugar1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon vanilla1 cup flour2 tablespoons melted butter1 teaspoon baking powder1 tablespoon ground ci...