Summer Reading for Francophiles
Summer reading is enticing for the person fond of France or the French because, for the Francophile, everything French is exciting. Look for a variety of books and magazines to enlarge your personal library.
Spring Writing Prompts in 2023
Spring writing prompts invite a writer’s muse by the suggestion of the season’s sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and touches. Adventure down spring’s path, and write as your senses speak to you. Whether you’re struggling with writer’s block or simply looking for new spring-themed writing prompts, spring is a perfect time to renew your dream of writing.
History of Valentine’s Day and Romance Traditions in France
It may surprise you to learn the true history of Valentine’s Day and romance traditions in France. The 18th-century era became known for romance. Love letters, flowers, and poems began to be exchanged between lovers.
History of Chivalry and Romance Over The Centuries
The history of chivalry and romance has changed over the centuries according to various cultures. But February 14th still continues to be the most celebrated day for love and romance worldwide. Valentine’s Day is one of the top ten days of the year to get engaged. This post may contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for the writer and/or owner of this site’s content to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! Valentine…
Historical Fiction Writing Inspiration – French Chateau Gardens
Where do authors of historical fiction get their writing inspiration? Inspiration for my historical novels and French chateau gardens often comes to me while working in my garden.
How Seasons and Nature Affect the Way Authors Write
Take a few moments to consider how seasons and nature affect the way authors write. Allow the beauty of different seasons and nature to inspire you whether you are a seasoned writer or new writer. Incorporate your observation of the changes in nature of the four seasons into your writing. Write down how the seasonal differences affect your five senses, and include your observations into a new story idea. When you come up with a good idea, save it in…
Napoleon Bonaparte’s Dining Habits and the History of French Food
Take a look at Napoleon Bonaparte’s dining habits if you are interested in the history of French food. He would fit right in with the American way of eating at fast food restaurants and cheeseburgers. See why.
Creative Writing Inspired by Nature with Quotes
This blog post shows a month-by-month journal of creative writing inspired by nature with quotes from Elizabeth Pye. Author of The French Connection series, Pye weaves her nature-inspired observations into her historical fiction novels. People often ask authors, “How do you find inspiration to write?” Pye’s own gardens and love of flowers inspired her historical romances. An Amazon Associate can earn from qualifying purchases. Therefore, if you decide to make a purchase through the Amazon links in this blog post,…
Mon Amour, Friend or Foe – Historical Romance
Mon Amour, Friend or Foe, a historical romance in the World War II era, was written by Elizabeth Pye. The novel is the third in The French Connection series. Eighteen-year-old American Paulette Rousseau travels to Paris to attend the Sorbonne and ends up in the French Resistance.
How to Write WWII Historical Fiction
Want to Write WWII historical fiction? Write WWII historical fiction by reading about the setting’s time period. Study the politics, economics and military strategy of the particular time and place you’re writing about. World War II Theaters of Operation This post may contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for the writer and/or owner of this site’s content to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. If you haven’t decided on the place of your…