"I was captivated by the prose...I am most excited about the chance to use Grendel's Mother alongside Beowulf and The Prose Edda: Tales from Norse Mythology for my kids' Great Books/History homeschool curriculum. I think they will appreciate the feminist story in Read More
Susan's Blog
A Literary Vacation
April 7, 2016
What books do you like that take a well-known story, but from the point of view of a woman?
New Review of "Grendel's Mother: The Saga of the Wyrd-Wife" TEE HEE
April 5, 2016
"I loved the imagery of this story. I also loved the tales of the Gods, Thor, Odin and Loki and their antics. The only problem with that for me was that every time there was a mention of Loki, I thought about Tom Hiddleston and Chris Helmsworth."
A Chick Who Reads
A Chick Who Reads
How do you identify with characters from the past?
April 1, 2016
Read my Guest Post at Just One More Chapter: Why historical fiction and not history? Why fiction and not non-fiction?
New Review of "Grendel's Mother: The Saga of the Wyrd-Wife"
March 31, 2016
"Overall, this story is about friendship, love, loss, and redemption. The message of this book is that there is always hope....I found this story to an emotional and poignant read. I loved reading Brimhild’s journey and wished for her to find her happiness. I found the writing to be very beautiful and lyrical. I also liked how the setting was set in the Anglo-Saxon world, and I loved how Norse mythology was incorporated into the story. Grendel’s Mother is sure to linger with you even after you have finished the last page. I recommend this story to anyone interested in reading a different take on the classic, Beowulf, Norse Mythology, and anyone who enjoys reading stories about a mother’s love for her son."
Lauralee Jacks, History from a Woman's Perspective: A Book Blog Read More
Lauralee Jacks, History from a Woman's Perspective: A Book Blog Read More
Enter the Giveaway for "Grendel's Mother"
March 29, 2016
It’s early in the Blog Tour of Grendel’s Mother. She has all her tickets and visas ready. Now you can join her by entering a giveaway of the book! To enter, just go to Passages to the Past. You have until April 15th to enter–which just happens Read More
Virtual Blog Tour of “Grendel’s Mother”: March 28-April 15
March 28, 2016
I'm very excited that my historical novel, Grendel's Mother: The Saga of the Wyrd-Wife, is about to begin its blog tour. It doesn't need a passport or visa--and neither do you! I'll be posting more information in the coming days. And...bon voyage!
Mutton Meditations and Ungulate Ruminations: Sheep and Medieval Women
March 26, 2016
I have been ruminating about sheep. Rumination, to ponder about something, comes from the Latin ruminare, “to chew over again.” Sheep are ruminants. Metaphorically, humans are as well.
To see how sheep connect to medieval women, be sure to visit my blogpost by clicking on the link below the image to the left.
To see how sheep connect to medieval women, be sure to visit my blogpost by clicking on the link below the image to the left.
Grendel's Mother is a Finalist for INDIEFAB Book of the Year
March 9, 2016
I'm delighted that Grendel's Mother: The Saga of the Wyrd-Wife is a Finalist for Foreward Reviews' 2015 Indiefab Book of the Year Award: Historical (Adult Fiction)
Making Runes Fun with Kids
March 4, 2016
Find out how to make runes fun with 3rd-5th graders. Just click on the link below the photo!