The Personal Patina of Book Collections
October 17, 2018
For people who know the story, a person’s collection expresses a part of their personality long after they are gone. … More The Personal Patina of Book Collections
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One Week in Blue Hill, Maine
September 16, 2018
A lot happens in this small place, year after year, and it keeps me coming back. … More One Week in Blue Hill, Maine
You Can’t Make This Stuff Up
September 8, 2018
There’s really something in the air here in Blue Hill. Coincidences, happy accidents, call them what you may, you just can’t make this stuff up. Longtime Blue Hill friend, Bob Slaven, keeps his eye out for Emilie Loring books. Together, we are trying to complete the Blue Hill Public Library’s collection–or at least, the stories … More You Can’t Make This Stuff Up
Guest Post: Tea at the Mayflower
August 31, 2018
Tea is essential in Emilie Loring’s world, and her ladies often had tea “at the Mayflower.” … More Guest Post: Tea at the Mayflower
Gay Courage Comes When It’s Needed!
August 13, 2018
“Where do you get the inspiration for your books?” Emilie Loring was asked. “From everywhere!” she replied. In May, 1927, Charles Lindbergh’s first nonstop, solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean suggested “gay courage,” not only to Emilie Loring, but to all who needed it. The whole world waited in watchful suspense and then erupted in … More Gay Courage Comes When It’s Needed!
To Tell the Truth: “I am Judge William G. McAdoo”
April 11, 2018
Do you remember a TV game show called “To Tell the Truth?” Each night, contestants claimed to be a person whose profile was read at the start of the show. A panel of celebrities questioned the contestants to figure out who was really the profiled person and who was an imposter. I found myself in … More To Tell the Truth: “I am Judge William G. McAdoo”
Melville, the Youngest Baker
March 6, 2018
He was a successful, Hollywood writer for twenty years. What made him stop? … More Melville, the Youngest Baker
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