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 …

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 …

Tidewater Bride

Laura FrantzBook Covers, Books, History, Inspiration, Novel News, Reading, Uncategorized, Writing News

There’s something magical about a new cover. When that file pops up in my inbox from my publisher’s art director, it’s indescribable! Now that it’s May and catalog time for booksellers, I’ve just seen the cover for my 12th novel, Tidewater Bride, releasing from Revell in January 2021. This cover echoes the story well and has a romantic, painterly texture. …