Esmée Shaw

Laura FrantzColonial, Heroes and Heroines, Historical Fiction, History, Reading, Uncategorized

At long last ’tis cover reveal week and I thought we’d have a little fun first by way of character introductions. So without further ado, here’s a peek into those pages of A Heart Adrift… Creating a new heroine is always a joy & a challenge. I begin with a name, one that is period-appropriate but not quite as common …

Fun February Giveaway!

Laura FrantzAuthors, Giveaways, Historical Fiction, Uncategorized

Another fun giveaway for five winners! Just when you thought February couldn’t get any sweeter;) I’m excited to partner with some of my favorite authors to bring you more winter reading. Please follow the link below to join in the fun. I hope you win! FUN FEBRUARY GIVEAWAY

TIMELESS LOVE GIVEAWAY!

Laura FrantzAuthors, Books, Giveaways, Historical Fiction, History, Uncategorized

Valentine’s Day is a wonderful way to celebrate romance, especially historical romance! I’ve partnered with some amazing storytellers to bring you one sweet giveaway. There are multiple winners and a collection of books that span centuries that opens today, February 1st, and closes February 15th. To enter, please follow the link below… TIMELESS LOVE GIVEAWAY  

Historical Fiction Unpacked

Laura Frantzat my desk, Authors, Heroes and Heroines, Historical Fiction, History, Novel News, Reading, Reading Friends, The Christy Award, Uncategorized, Writing

I really enjoyed my time on HISTORICAL FICTION UNPACKED despite being camera & microphone shy:) It’s always fun talking books with another bibliophile. Alison has a voice made for audio & asks all the right questions. Have a wee listen as my new hero might say. Just click on the link below… Podcast

Tidewater Bride Pinterest Board

Laura FrantzBooks, Heroes and Heroines, Historical Fiction, Reading, Uncategorized

I’ve often wished adult fiction had illustrations. Pinterest is the next best thing. If you’re looking for visuals that bring the novel to life, please visit the board I’ve unlocked which was secret during the writing of this Tidewater tale. You’ll see the inspiration for our heroine, Selah Hopewell, & other characters & scenes from the novel. Imagination is a …

The story begins…

Laura FrantzBooks, Heroes and Heroines, Historical Fiction, History, Uncategorized

My publisher, Revell, surprised me with this first page of Tidewater Bride on social media yesterday. It’s fun to see it again after being away from the novel since last summer. How I wish I could come to it fresh again like a first-time reader. It’s truly a story of my heart for so many reasons. And I hope you’ll …