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Catherine is a histrorian who sees stories as the best way to teach and learn history. As a result she sees historical fiction as one of the most important genres and is happy to now be writing her own historical fiction. Catherine is a student of many historical people and places, and consequently writes on a wide variety of topics, including Leonardo da Vinci, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and the Constitutional Convention. Her stories have been enjoyed by adults and students.

Who are the Medici brothers? And who is trying to assassinate them? Why was the Pitti Palace never completed? And what part does Leonardo play in all of this?Leonardo da Vinci is remembered as an artist and inventor. But who was he before anyone knew his name? This family-friendly novel explores the history and legends of his early years in Florence. It also weaves a mystery of politics and power.Early reviews of the story: "What a fascinating story! It drew me in right away."This is the first novel in Catherine's series: The Life and Travels of Da Vinci. Be sure to check out the sequels: Leonardo: Masterpieces in Milan, and Leonardo: To Mantua and Beyond.And if you are looking for more information on this fascinating Renaissance man, take a look at her biography - Da Vinci: His Life and His Legacy.

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Category: History; Arts & Photography

Family-friendly historical fiction: The year is 1912. Gracie Jones awaits the return of her good friend, Cornelia Vanderbilt. Cornelia is due to arrive home soon on the maiden voyage of the Titanic, along with her parents, George and Edith Vanderbilt. After the family arrives back in the states safely, Gracie joins them for some time in her home city, New York City, before joining them for an exciting trip to their home in Asheville, North Carolina - the magnificent Biltmore House. During her visits Gracie joins the family in many of their daily activities, while learning more about the background of this majestic home and the intriguing stories of its family. Early reviews: "Stunning. Spellbinding. Tremendously enjoyable."

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Category: Literature & Fiction; Children's eBooks

This family-friendly story relives the Lewis and Clark Expedition through the eyes of York, Captain Clark's personal slave. As York shares the stories of his adventures and trials with his grandchildren, we see the difficulties they experienced and the trials they endured. The facts included in the story are based on extensive research in the Lewis and Clark Journals. I did take literary license by adding York's family. We know that York was married when he went on the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and we know that he remained a slave for 10 years after the expedition, but we know very little else about his life after they returned.

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Category: History; Literature & Fiction; Children's eBooks

t's the hot, miserable summer of 1787 in Philadelphia. Will the delegates at the Grand Convention succeed or fail at their mission? Will they amend the Articles of Confederation as instructed? Or are they up to something else? Our tale is brought to us by Henry, a young man from Britain who has been tasked with keeping an eye on what the delegates are up to. He is certain they cannot accomplish what they came to Philidelphia to do! Historical fiction, with the emphasis on historical!

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Category: Literature & Fiction

What do Cappadocia, Shkodra, and Wuerzburg have in common? Across the miles and through the ages they have been the site of attacks: during invasions and during battles. We often think of those attacks in terms of the total number of people injured and killed and the amount of property damage done. But we often lose track of the individuals who go through the attacks – the individuals on both sides, soldiers and civilians alike. These three short stories look at historic attacks in Cappadocia, Turkey, Shkodra, Albania, and Wuerzburg, Germany through the eyes of a mother, children, a priest, soldiers, and more. Early reviewers said of the Cappadocia tale: "Great story of faith and courage! I really enjoyed it."

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Category: Nonfiction