Musings of a Romance Author
300 years ago, the first public fire brigade was established in the UK. But fire brigades have existed in some form for much longer. Read more about the history of the fire service in the UK, and firefighting in the 18th century.
In May 1926, Georgette Heyer published 'These Old Shades'. While the novel is said to have cemented her position as a historical romance author, her legacy to the genre is complicated. Read more to find out why.
Hi! The waltz features in many Regency romances, but was it as scandalous as suggested? Read more to find out.
Harriot Mellon rose from Irish-born travelling actress to one of the richest women in Regency England. Plus, she also proves that women could control their own money, even if they were married. How did she do it? Read more to find out.
In February 1726, raids on molly houses in London marked a significant moment in LGBTQ history. Read more about the moral panic that targeted queer communities in the 1720s.
Historically, breaking an engagement carried significant social stigma, especially for women, affecting reputations if broken. Choosing wisely in relationships was crucial to avoid enduring unhappy marriages. But what could one do if one had second thoughts, and what were the consequences? Read more to find out.
Today is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen. There's so much we know about this author, beloved by many. Yet there's also a lot we still don't know. Continue reading to find out more.
Before I wrote my short story featuring vampires for the Sense, Sensibility & Shifters anthology, I did a bit of research into the evolution of vampires in fiction. From bloated creatures to sparkling romantic heroes, fictional vampires have come a long way.
200 years ago, the Panic of 1825 forced England to reform the economic system and set the basis for the modern economy. But what happened?
South Asian communities in Britain have existed since the 1600s. Click here to learn more about South Asians in Georgian Britain.