Beyond the Pages

A collection of historical fiction insights, book recommendations, and behind-the-scenes stories. Explore immersive settings, strong women, and the moments that shape unforgettable stories.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Book recommendations and reading lists
  • Historical insights and research discoveries
  • Behind-the-scenes writing reflections
The Persons Case: When Women Were Not Considered Persons in Canada

The Persons Case: When Women Were Not Considered Persons in Canada

Sometimes, a story begins not with a grand idea, but with a single question. Last year, I found myself staring at a blank page and a looming deadline. My editor meeting was fast approaching, and I had yet to find my next story. So, one evening, I curled up on the sofa, wrapped in a blanket, and pressed play on Downton Abbey. I wanted to quiet my thoughts, if only for a while.

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